Brainstorming Basics
Introduction Brainstorming challenges us to create new unexpected ideas and solutions in a fun group environment. In the past I have used brainstorming to create ideas and solutions for subjects such...
View ArticleBeginners guide to Stealth + Detection (part 1)
Introduction This post focuses on how good stealth and detection systems are intended to work, I’ve kept the details high level because it’s a huge subject and I can’t cover it in one post, so I’ll...
View ArticleMenu Design Note
I’ve been on many teams where menu layout and flow become large endeavors taking up more resources than they should (particularly GUI and HUD talent). I don’t know of a game that has ever sold 5...
View ArticleAI – When to hit the player
Introduction The player needs to feel empowered and in control, even if they are only subconsciously aware of it. When they claim a game ‘cheats’, it’s because they don’t feel this empowerment and die...
View ArticleCamera – 3rd Person ‘Safe’ camera
Games like Assassins Creed have complex environments where observation of the environment and enemies is key. Camera systems today do a very good job for most situations. However a camera that cannot...
View ArticleProcess – Storytelling in multiplayer maps
Some multiplayer maps are uninspiring dull arenas rather than compelling environments that immerse players into their own fiction. A little effort in your story telling will make a map distinct or even...
View ArticleBeginners guide to stealth Part 2 – AI States
This is Part 2 in the ‘beginners guide to stealth’, multiple pieces are required to design a stealth/detection system. Part 1 covered the following: Basic stealth detection systems – The two primary...
View ArticleIndustry: What would I do if I was the boss of Nintendo?
I am back to posting again, my previous contract restricted me from doing so. I am free to discuss design, the industry & game reviews (Twitter reviews @ Gamedesigndiary) I am now working with...
View ArticleRetro – Saturn Overview
SEGA SATURN Review: Gen #5 Review #1 The Saturn is a good-looking console with one of the best controllers of its generation & a great games catalogue covering all genres. I love gaming & want...
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