

Exercise 5.4: System Dynamics
System dynamics are a crucial part of any game. Unless the system works together perfectly, the game cannot function. In Settlers of...


Exercise 5.3: Relationships
All games have some similarities, even if they seem to be very different. This includes two of my favorite video games, trivia crack and...


Exercise 5.2: Behaviors
Part 1: Choose a game and make a list of the different game objects and add a description of behaviors for each. In Scotland Yard, many...


Exercise 5.1: Objects and Properties
Part 1: Choose a board game and identify its objects and properties One of my favorite board games is Settlers of Catan. This game...


Exercise 4.8: Story
A game that has a storyline that is consistent with gameplay is Super Mario Bros. At the beginning of the game, the player discovers that...


Exercise 4.4: Goals and Feedback
Many games have great qualities. Some of these same games also have things that can be improved upon. This is why we give feedback to the...


Exercise 4.2: Dramatically Interesting Games
All fun games are dramatically interesting to players. If a game is not interesting, no one will play it. I find many games very...


Exercise 3.4: Objectives
Every game has an objectives. While the objective in each game is slightly different, there are some overlaps between games. These are...


Exercise 3.3: Interaction Patterns
Each game has a unique interaction pattern. Some possible interaction patterns are single person vs. game, multiple individual players...


Exercise 2.8: Story
What do you love about your favorite game? Is it the challenge? The conflict? In most cases, one of the most loved parts of a game is the...