The big news of 2020! MakeCode team is very happy and proud to announce that MakeCode Arcade has been officially released for general availability today! Read more in the blog:
#Python
is now available in
@MSMakeCode
. That means when your students open Code Builder in
#MinecraftEdu
, they have a whole new programming language to explore! Learn more about this new opportunity for computer science learning:
#Bett2020
New feature coming soon to
@MicrosoftTeams
for Education that will allow teachers to embed
@MSMakeCode
assignments! Teachers can help students get started building their own programs, provide instructions, feedback and grading!
Attention all micro:bit lovers- the MakeCode 2021 update is here!
🖱️One Click-Download
📑Immersive Reader
📜Banner Carousel
📊Data Logger
🌟micro:bit V2 tutorials
And MORE! Learn about the new features here:
@microbit_edu
#microbit
#microsoftEdu
We’re excited to be welcoming the LEGO MINDSTORMS Education EV3 to our MakeCode family! Blocks/JavaScript, simulator and more.. Go to to check it out!
#MINDSTORMS
#EV3
#LEGO
#MakeCode
We are pleased to announce new offline version of MakeCode Arcade! This offline app is perfect if you have wanted to use MakeCode Arcade in a place with limited internet access.
The first-ever MakeCode Aracde game jam starts next Monday (Sep 16th)! Folks with no programming experience welcome--come hang out, explore MakeCode, and make a five-second game with us!
#GameJam
#ArcadeJam
MakeCode Arcade now has MULTIPLAYER🤼🎮
With our 2023 update, you can create games and play them against your friends!
This update also includes:
🎨 Color Palette
🎼 Play Song Block
🕹️ Kiosk Mode
✅ Code Validation
And more! Read all about it here:
It's time for the annual MakeCode for micro:bit release! 🥳
Students can now create their own custom sound effects with the new Play Sound editor! 🎤
We also made updates to extensions, data logger,
#JacDac
, and more!
Learn about all the updates here:
MakeCode Arcade Beginner Skillmap launches today!
It's an easy-to-follow path that introduces game-development through sharable projects.
Best of all? It's designed for students to do on their own- even without previous experience!
#hybridlearning
Missed our last game jam? Not to worry, we're delighted to announce the second MakeCode Arcade game jam, starting Monday March 16th: join us in making a game that takes place in ONE ROOM. No coding experience necessary!
#GameJam
#ArcadeJam
What do you think of these "Behind the MakeCode Hardware" videos? Helpful, interesting, too complicated? If we made more, what would you want us to include?
Happy
#CSEdWeek2020
!! No matter what your students are into, MakeCode Arcade
#HoC
has an activity for them:
🎨 Draw
💻 Code
🎮 Play
Plus resources for educators and a certificate for students!
Want something quick & fun to do with students before Thanksgiving?
🦃🦃🦃
Try our new JUNIOR coding tutorial!
All the things you love about the Turkey Day game, with simplified coding.
Give it a try...then play on tablet, laptop, or Xbox!
It's GAME JAM TIME! The MakeCode Arcade Traffic Jam starts September 14th. Join us in making games about cars, racing, or waiting at red lights. More information at:
#GameJam
#ArcadeJam
Coming soon: the MakeCode Arcade shield for the micro:bit V2! 🥳We are pleased to announce this shield will be compatible with the new
@microbit_edu
V2 and MakeCode Arcade allowing you to create your own handheld retro games 🎮👾 Read more about it here:
Step right up and code a carnival for
#HourOfCode
! 🎪
Introduce your students to game design as they code traditional carnival activities like Whack-the-Mole 🔨 and Burstin’ Balloons 🎈
Get started at:
Teachers: 🛑 Stop struggling with development environments
Assign code in the browser with online IDE integrations in GitHub Classroom. Students can complete Classroom assignments using
@replit
and
@MSMakeCode
, on any device. 📱💻🖥
The moment you've all been waiting for...
You can now create a profile on MakeCode Arcade!👥
With our new ☁️Cloud Sync☁️ feature you can access your projects anywhere from any device- all you have to do is sign in!
Check it out and learn more here:
…
Educators we got you covered for
#HourOfCode2021
! 🧑🏫
Check out our educator guide for learning objectives, teacher preparation, and more!
And don't forget to sign up for our free training on 11/17 or 12/1 for tips & tricks on running HOC activities! 💻
Happy
#CSEdWeek
! This
#HourOfCode
, create your own carnival-themed games with MakeCode Arcade:
🔨Whack-a-Mole
🎈Burstin' Balloons
🎯Target Blaster
Then make multiplayer versions of these games and put your gaming skills to the test!
Get started here:
Check out our new Maker Course by
@morrill_rob
with
@adafruit
Circuit Playground Express. Tons of cool projects like an animated light box, bike helmet and moving gondola!
The MakeCode Minecraft 2023 Release is out! 🎉 We've got a bunch of cool new extensions in this release to help code with 🎵Music, 🎢Roller Coasters, 🪐Space, and🐄Mob behaviors.
@PlayCraftLearn
Read about it here:
When MakeCode becomes more accessible everyone wins!
A color-blind user had the great suggestion of labeling the colors in our Sprite Editor and now it's easier for everyone to find color they want! 🎨🥰
We ❤️ user feedback!
#accessibility
Learn "How to Make a Platformer Game" in our newest three-part series for MakeCode Arcade!
We cover concepts including AI, level design, sprites, collision, animations, functions, arrays, loops, and more!
Before creating Wakandan-level tech like Shuri, played by Letitia Wright, you must learn the basics of coding. With the help of
@Microsoft
,
@MSMakeCode
, &
@Xbox
you can make your own digital activity inspired by Marvel Studios' Black Panther:
#WakandaForever
, in theaters Nov. 11.
Code Your Own Adventure with MakeCode and
@MarvelStudios
inspired by
@ShangChi
and the Legend of the Ten Rings!
Train
#ShangChi
or Xialing with code to build magic platforms, seek out mystical rings, and battle assassins from the Ten Rings organization
Run an
#HourOfCode
in Minecraft: Education Edition! Introduce students to coding and AI as they protect a village from forest fires in this free lesson. Get started:
#MinecraftEdu
#CSforGood
Thank you to everyone who participated in the first
#MakeCode
Arcade game jam! We're thrilled to present the final product, consisting of 20+ five-second games from developers of all ages.
Play it now!
One year ago MakeCode Arcade was officially released! 🎉 To celebrate our first birthday, we have some updates for you:
🎨Asset Editor
🔄 Flip & Rotate Ability
🚩More Sprite Flags
🎬Animations in editor
🧩Array Block
And more! Read all about it here:
Hey
#ISTE2019
attendees! There are still slots left in our micro:bit, Circuit Playground Express, Arcade, and Minecraft workshops on Sunday. Sessions start every hour between 9am and 3pm in Room 203B. Learn about hands-on computing education!
🚨New curriculum alert: Introduction to Computer Science with MakeCode Arcade 🚨
We are offering free
#professionaldevelopment
to prepare educators to teach Intro to
#CS
! Pick which date works best for you 🥰🧑🏫
Sign up and learn more here:
MakeCode Arcade now has 10+ skillmaps for you to choose from!
Skillmaps are a fantastic way to learn coding skills while developing your own video game🕹️
What's your favorite skillmap?
Just in time for back-to-school, we have MakeCode updates that will make coding in Minecraft: Education Edition even better!
👾New mobs, items & blocks
📑Immersive Reader
📍New position blocks
🧩Block Detection
And more! Read all about the updates here:
*micro:bit V2 is released*
You: “Aw3s0m3!!!” “Brilliant !” “I. Want. These.”
Us: *quickly celebrates then develops micro:bit V2 blocks for you to enjoy*
MakeCode for micro:bit V2 is here! Happy coding 🥳
@microbit_edu
Help us spread the word! 🗣️
Know a teen interested in influencing products used around the world, learning how to code, and making connections at Microsoft? 👀
Tell them to apply to be a MakeCode Insider! Details here:
Missed our last game jam? Not to worry, we're delighted to announce the second MakeCode Arcade game jam, starting Monday March 16th: join us in making a game that takes place in ONE ROOM. No coding experience necessary!
#GameJam
#ArcadeJam
Calling all teens interested in product development! 🗣
Apply to be a MakeCode Insider! Insiders meet weekly with Microsoft employees to test unreleased MakeCode projects and influence products used by millions worldwide. 🧑💻🌎
Application due Nov. 28th!
The MakeCode Arcade Fall Release is here! We are so excited to offer:
☁️Signing in with your Google Account
🫂More ways to share
💡A more intuitive tutorial layout
📹Video support
And more! Learn all about it here:
Introducing the new tutorial layout for MakeCode Arcade 🌟
To help those with smaller screens, we moved the instructions to the left side of the screen as a tab, sharing space with the game screen.
Read more here:
#CSEd
#KidsCanCode
👋 Educators!
The MakeCode &
@microbit_edu
teams want to hear about your experiences and needs with data logging & collection in the classroom.
Apply to be a part of our user study to share your thoughts and provide us feedback on unreleased features:
Come join us tomorrow Saturday 1/26 11am at
#BETT2019
in the Microsoft Platinum Suite 1 upstairs for a hands-on workshop to learn about
@MSMakeCode
for
@microbit_edu
and see how anyone can learn to code!
Hear from Justice Smith who plays Simon in the movie
Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves
as he talks about creativity in coding on behalf of Microsoft MakeCode.
@DnDMovie
#DnDMovie
Our last
#HourOfCode
and Global MakeCode Arcade Game Jam educator trainings are in one week! 🧑🏫
The free training will cover teacher preparation, pacing, objectives, and more!
Sign up for an 8 am or 5 pm PST training here:
#CSEverywhere
#CSEDWeek2021
Announcing The MakeCode Show!! Join us live every Thursday at 12:30 pm PST for:
📰News & Updates
🗣️ Community Shoutouts
👨🏫Teacher Tips
🧠Expert Tricks
👨💻Tutorial Walkthroughs
Tune in for the first episode this Thursday to the
#MakeCode
YouTube or the
@msdev
Twitch📺🥳
We are very excited to be partnering with
@microbit_edu
,
@BBC_Teach
and
@Nominet
on this initiative to provide every primary school in the UK with micro:bits, opening up a world of creativity and computing!
@MSEducationUK
Learn more: