Now that you know how to plot a pixel we need to figure out what sort of game we're going to make(Don't make Full Motion Video Games they sux(It's ok to have full motion cut sceens)) , the type of interface like mouse controll or keyboard and even joystick , is it going to be a multi player game or single and one of the most important things a good story line. Plan your game carefully and dont just make it up as you go along oh! and i forgot to mention music and sound effects very important.