If you’ve ever played a game that kept calling you back long after you finished it, you’ve experienced true replayability. Whether it’s getting back into a favorite RPG, shuffling up a classic board game, or tackling a roguelike for the…
Getting into game design can be an exciting ride, but it’s easy to fall into some classic traps that make your game less fun or even totally unplayable. I’ve run into a lot of these firsthand, so I want to…
Level design in games plays a pretty major behind-the-scenes role in keeping players coming back for more. When I first started thinking seriously about why some games just didn’t grab me for long while others ate up my weekends, I…
Using feedback loops in game development can genuinely change how players get involved with and enjoy a game. When you tap into the right types of feedback, whether it comes from players, the game’s internal mechanics, or even your own…
Creating a smooth and eye-catching user interface for an indie game is a bigger deal than a lot of new devs might think. A confusing or unattractive UI can actually stop players from giving your awesome world a real chance.…
Introduction to Game Development Game development is the art and science of creating interactive digital entertainment. It combines programming, storytelling, design, animation, sound, and marketing to deliver engaging experiences for players. Whether you’re building 2D pixel art games or immersive…
Game design isn’t just about coming up with cool story ideas or drawing detailed characters. It’s really about the rules and systems that turn a bunch of loose concepts into something that’s actually fun to play. I’ve spent a fair…