Arcade PowerPoint Game

By: YK&DK Acad​​​​​​​emy * Fall 2025

Tag: Business

Introduction

Are you looking to add some fun and excitement to your presentations or training sessions? Creating an arcade game in PowerPoint can be a great way to engage your audience and make learning more interactive. In this course, we will walk you through the steps to create your very own arcade game using PowerPoint. 

Table Of Contents

1. Introduction

2. Getting Started

3. Designing The Game

4. Adding Interactivity

5. Implementing Game Mechanics

6. Testing And Fine-Tuning

7. Sharing Your Game

8. Conclusion

Getting Started

First, you'll need to open PowerPoint and create a new presentation. Choose a blank slide to begin designing your game. Think about the theme of your arcade game and the elements you want to include. Will it be a classic space shooter game, a racing game, or a puzzle game? Once you have a clear idea in mind, you can start building your game.

Designing The Game

Use shapes, text boxes, and images to create the environment for your game. You can design obstacles, targets, and player-controlled elements using these tools. Consider the colors and visuals that will make your game visually appealing and engaging for the players. Keep in mind that simplicity is key, especially when working with PowerPoint's limitations.

Adding Interactivity

To make your game interactive, you can use hyperlinks and triggers in PowerPoint. Link different parts of the slide to specific actions or animations to create a dynamic gameplay experience. For example, you can set a trigger to move a player's character when they click on a certain object. Experiment with different interactions to make your game more engaging.

Implementing Game Mechanics

To add game mechanics like scoring, health points, and level progression, you can use PowerPoint's animations and triggers. Create animations for collecting points, losing lives, and advancing to the next level. You can also use variables and conditional formatting to track the player's progress and display relevant information on the screen. This will add depth and challenge to your arcade game.

Testing And Fine-Tuning

Once you have designed and implemented the gameplay elements, it's time to test your arcade game. Play through the game yourself and ask others to test it as well. Look for bugs, glitches, or areas where the gameplay can be improved. Make necessary adjustments to fine-tune the game and ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for the players.

Sharing Your Game

After you have completed and tested your arcade game, you can share it with others by saving the presentation as a PowerPoint Show file. This file format allows the game to be played without the need for PowerPoint software. You can distribute the game via email, file sharing platforms, or even upload it to your website for others to enjoy.

Conclusion

In conclusion, creating an arcade game in PowerPoint can be a fun and rewarding experience. By following these steps and being creative with the tools available, you can design a unique and engaging game that will captivate your audience. So, why not give it a try and bring some excitement to your presentations? Happy gaming!

Discussion

Module 2 - Week 2