Arcade Academy

MakeCode Arcade is a beginner-friendly game development platform created by Microsoft. It allows users to create and play their own games, animations, and interactive projects. It provides a block-based programming interface as well as a text-based scripting language, allowing users to code their games using either approach.

MakeCode Arcade offers a wide range of features and tools to create games, including sprite creation, scene management, input handling, physics simulation, and sound effects. It also provides a simulator to test and play games directly in the browser, and games can be exported to run on hardware devices such as handheld gaming consoles.

The platform is designed to introduce programming and game development concepts in a fun and interactive way, making it ideal for beginners and educational settings. It encourages creativity and experimentation, enabling users to bring their game ideas to life without requiring extensive coding knowledge or experience.