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Free Online Seminar on Game Environment Design

C&R Corporation is set to host a free online seminar titled "Introduction to Game World Design: Basic Principles of Environment Design and Biome Structuring" on April 22, 2026. This event targets creators in the gaming industry and will be presented entirely in English, with simultaneous interpretation available for Japanese attendees.

Participants will have the option to choose between the original English channel or the interpreted Japanese channel.

During the seminar, attendees will explore the core philosophies, methods, and structures of environment design applicable across all gaming genres, from small 2D puzzle-like stages to expansive 3D open worlds. The seminar will be led by Matthew Moss, a Creative Director with over 18 years of experience in both Tokyo and the U.S. He emphasizes that memorable gaming worlds possess a logical environment and a spatial narrative.

Join us to learn how “the space itself tells a story” in game development!

Seminar Topics:

• - Fundamentals of environment logic for creating convincing worlds
• - Storytelling techniques through spatial layout and object placement
• - Principles of designing biomes (ecosystems, climates, terrains)
• - Differences and common techniques in 2D and 3D environment design
• - Navigation design that naturally guides players and emotionally engaging spatial creation
• - Design approaches for maintaining overall coherence from macro to micro levels

Recommended For:

• - Game designers looking to enhance level design and world-building skills
• - Environment artists eager to learn about environmental logic and consistency of worldviews
• - Narrative designers interested in conveying stories through spatial elements
• - Indie developers aiming to create compelling worlds with limited resources
• - Students and beginners wanting a systematic understanding of world design
• - UX/System designers aiming to understand the relationship between player movements, emotions, and environmental design

Seminar Details:

• - Date: April 22, 2026
• - Time: 19:30 - 20:30 (JST)
• - Mode: Online
• - Speaker: Matthew Moss, Creative Director

Matthew Moss has over 18 years of experience in visual development for games, having led teams in Tokyo and New York. He has collaborated with companies such as Disney, National Geographic, TV Tokyo, and LEGO. Passionate about creating visually appealing games that harmonize core concepts, technology, and missions, he continues to deliver inspiring and enjoyable gaming experiences.

• - Cost: Free
• - Capacity: 60 participants
• - Organizer: C&R Corporation

For more details and registration, please visit C&R Seminar Registration
Registration deadline: April 22, 2026, at 20:30 JST.

For inquiries, please contact:
C&R Corporation PEC Office
Subject: Game World Design Seminar
Email: [email protected]

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