Handbook

Game design. How do I invent a new game? What makes a game fun? What is the role of story in games? What makes a game balanced?

This course will explore the three basic elements of game design - mechanics, aesthetics, and dynamics. We will also look at game design through the lens of accessibility. The focus is on the design of play , not on programming or graphics. The iterative process of game design is demonstrated through the design, prototyping and playtesting a boardgame. You will be working in the maker space to create rapid prototypes and iterative playtesting of your games. There will also be guest lectures from the games industry.