The best game design programs, ranked by the Princeton Review 2022

In this rapidly changing world, we thankfully always have video games to comfort and challenge us. Who can forget discovering secret corners of Skellige, or triumphing over a towering boss in Dark Souls? Of course, it takes a lot of incredibly talented people to make games, and they all get their start somewhere.

That’s why Princeton Review has worked to rank all the major videogame design college programs in North America and beyond. Whether you’re a fresh-faced high school graduate or looking to change up your already-established career, you’ll want to know what each school has to offer. Maybe it’s inventive class styles, valuable internship programs, or even teachers who worked on your favorite games. It’s tough to go alone, so take this guide as your ultimate tool to game design glory.