Course: Recreating Super Mario Bros with Scratch
Tools and computer requirements are provided in the “Materials” tab in this course.
Please check out the materials and computer requirements before starting any lesson.
Course description
Through this class, students will mirror various elements of the original Super Mario Bros. video game in the creation of their own 2D platformer game. Learning objectives include the formation of fundamental physics calculations and sprite interactions that allow players to properly associate their inputs with actions in the game.
Opening Video
Learning Objectives
- Character State Handling
- Sprite-Based interactions
- Rudimentary Physics Calculations
This course includes:
- 1 hour and 45 minutes on-demand video
- 16 Lessons
- Access from all devices
- 4 Quizzes included in lesson plan
No prior experience is required.
List of tools needed:
-Computer with access to the internet.
-Windows-based computer, Mac OS, or Chromebook .
-Basic knowledge of using a computer keyboard and mouse.
-Google Chrome as the web browser https://www.google.com/chrome/
-Scratch account created through https://scratch.mit.edu/
Computer Minimum Requirements:
Officially supported browsers: Desktop
Chrome (63+)
Edge (15+)
Firefox (57+)
Safari (11+)
Internet Explorer is NOT supported.
Tablet
Mobile Chrome (63+)
Mobile Safari (11+)
Memory Requirements:
Scratch will run in most current web browsers on desktops and laptops. You can view projects on mobile phones, but currently you are not able to create or edit projects on phones.
