Learn by Making and
Contributing to Real Games
We are non-profit creating free and partner-supported experiences where learners build real video games while learning future ready skills.
Who We Work With
We work with schools, nonprofits, afterschool programs, and educators who believe every learner deserves the chance to create. Together, we’re building a movement where young people see themselves not just as players, but as makers, creators, and problem-solvers.
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Our Learning Programs
Our scaffolded programs meet learners where they are and guide them into real contributions to Threadbare:
Explore
A beginner course with 13 one-hour projects covering the basics of coding, art, storytelling, and game development.
Core
An intermediate 18-session studio course where students design, code, create art, and collaborate on an official game.
More
An advanced 12-session program focused on open-source contributions, global collaboration, and building a GitHub portfolio with advanced game design skills.
Skills & Outcomes
A step-by-step journey from learning the basics to contributing to a live game.
Game Design
Learners design how games work and feel, creating mechanics, challenges, and player experiences that make gameplay engaging.
Art
Learners create the visual and audio elements of games, from characters and animations to sound and atmosphere.
Engineering
Learners build games using programming and technical tools, turning ideas into fully functional interactive experiences.
Go to Market
Learners explore how games reach players through marketing, publishing, and platform distribution strategies.
Reflect and refine
Learners plan projects, collaborate in teams, and test games to ensure quality and successful delivery.
Future Ready Skills
Learners develop creativity, problem-solving, and technical confidence that transfer beyond game development.
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Our Community
No learner should create alone. Endless Access is building a global community of learners, creators, game makers, and educators who support one another with feedback, ideas, and encouragement.
Whether it is sharing a sprite, testing a level, or mentoring on GitHub, our community helps learners gain confidence and grow as creators.
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Why Partners & Educators Choose Us?
- Microcredentials
Learners can earn recognized certificates by demonstrating real skills.
- Hands-On-Learning
Learners design, build, and improve a real game project.
- Curriculum-Aligned
Ready-to-use lesson plans and guides fit into classes or afterschool programs.
- Free and Partner Funded Options
Flexible delivery models, including no-cost options for learners.
- Global Community Support
An international community where learners collaborate, receive feedback, and build a portfolio.
Testimonials
It takes five minutes to teach, but students could spend weeks making their own quests.
Engaging students with real-world applications makes complex concepts relatable.
Encouraging collaboration in projects fosters a deeper understanding of the subject matter.
Latest from us
Discover stories, insights, and resources from our team, our partners, and our community.
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Why Game-Making Is What Your Classroom Is Missing
Learn how game-making transforms education through interdisciplinary teamwork, real-world problem solving, and hands-on, playable learning.
UTP and Endless Access: A Partnership Fueling Digital Talent Through Game-Making
What happens when a university embraces educational innovation and partners with an organization that believes in creative, collaborative, and open learning?
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Endless OS: A Conversation About What’s Changing and Why It Matters
Inside Endless OS 7: how Endless Access and Codethink are modernizing Linux with GNOME, BuildStream, and open-source collaboration at scale.
Our Device Access Program
For many learners the biggest barrier is not imagination or skill, but simply having a reliable computer. Our Device Access Program expands laptop ownership for underserved learners and entrepreneurs through partnerships with schools, businesses, and local organizations.
