Research Guides: Simulation and Game Development Research Guide : Professional and Academic Websites

Academic Websites:

MIT OpenCourseWare: Game Development
This is a free collection of materials on game development from Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) courses.
NYU Game Center
A lab dedicated to exploring game design and play. Browse their website to view their research, learn about new games, and more.
RGB Classic Games
A comprehensive database of classic DOS games available for free.
Unity
Widely-used cross-platform game engine that allows developers to create interactive experiences for various platforms
Twine
A tool used for creating interactive fiction games and nonlinear narratives. It's perfect for writers who want to develop text-based games but do not have programming experience.

Professional Associations:

Student Game Developer Alliance
Provide student game developers with a network of helpful resources and peers.
International Game Developers Association
The world’s largest nonprofit membership organization serving all individuals who create games.
Digital Games Research Association
An association for academics and professionals who research digital games and associated phenomena.
North American Simulation and Gaming Association
A community of practitioners using play as a means to bring about change.
Indie Game Developer Network
An international volunteer trade organization that supports indie game developers creating, publishing, and promoting fantastic games.