Game Design
Game Design is a very complex and every changing process. Everyday new methods & workflows are finding it’s ways into the industry and that’s why it’s so important to keep yourself up to date and we’re going to answer all your questions in our weekly blog like:
- What exactly is game design?
- Which are the most important aspects?
- What skills do I need to be able to develop my own game?
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No matter if a game is being released on PC, XBox, the NintendoSwitch etc. all of them had to be designed by someone. It takes a lot more than just a good idea to create a unique & stunning game. We’ll show you how.
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Quest 101: How To Make Quests For Video Games Fun
I think almost everyone knows how it feels if quests suddenly turn into chores. Go there, get this, do that, repeat. It’s a recurring problem where games seem to just copy-paste their quests in order to fill the world instead of creating captivating quests for their players. Of course they give them a new and… Read More…
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Immersive Learning: How To Design The Perfect Tutorial
The tutorial is one of the most important parts of any game. It serves as an introduction to the game’s world, and teaches the gameplay, mechanics, rules, and objectives. Besides that, a tutorial often serves as the first impression of a game. This can determine if the player wants to continue playing or if he… Read More…
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Mission Accomplished: Important Types Of Quests In Games
Every game has a goal and you achieve a lot of them through various quests. As a game designer, it’s important to know the differences. After all, it’s your job to balance them and to fill the world with valuable content. Every quest has its own purpose and should be treated as such. We’re going… Read More…
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Between Goals & Rewards: How To Write Quests For Games
Quests. Quests are what drive us through a game. They are everywhere. Hardly any game, especially story-heavy ones like RPGs, can live without them. They can have all kinds of different functions. From simply progressing through the main story to gifting the player valuable items that would make his life easier… They can even have… Read More…
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7 Art Fundamentals Every Digital Artist Should Master
Any aspiring artist who takes their craft seriously should have solid art fundamentals. No matter if they’re working as a character, environment, or VFX artists. If one thing is off in your work, it can negatively influence the whole piece. Even those that don’t consider themselves artists can tell if the anatomy of a human… Read More…
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Eastern VS Western Games – Two Worlds Colliding
Ever since the first video game consoles have came out, the Eastern & Western markets have been fighting for dominance in the game industry. Be it via their systems or their video games in general. Over the years they both have developed their own styles and characteristics. Each of them becomes quite unique to their… Read More…
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When Stories Come To Life – How To Write A Video Game Script
Every game has its story no matter how abstract it is. In games like ‘The Witcher’, ‘Red Dead Redemption’ or ‘The Last of Us’ it might be obvious. Even games like ‘Chess’ have their own story to it. You fight against an enemy kingdom to bring the king down while also protecting your own in… Read More…
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Jump, Bounce, Win – Create The Perfect Platformer
Platforming games are for most of us one of the first introductions to Video Games. After all, who doesn’t know titles like ‘Super Mario’, ‘Crash Bandicoot’ or ‘Castlevania’? But mastering the art of creating a well-crafted platformer is a whole different topic. There is way more to developing a Jump ‘n’ Run than just letting… Read More…
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A Lore Unlocked: The Secret of Storytelling in Video Games
Stories are an art form that have been around for centuries. From the early stages of ancient theater to the modern movies & video games. Storytelling is an essential part of our daily life, culture, the experiences we make and the things we learn. The stories we have to tell and the memories we share… Read More…
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What is Level Design? – A Building Block for Level Creation
Guiding a player through the world, helping him reach his goals, creating levels that feel good and are fun to play.. This is what level design is all about. From blocking out the first stages to refining a players movement. All of that has to be considered while developing the different parts of your game.… Read More…