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What is emphasized as a key aspect when getting a game idea?
What is emphasized as a key aspect when getting a game idea?
Where can game ideas be found?
Where can game ideas be found?
What does the text suggest about having just one game idea?
What does the text suggest about having just one game idea?
What does CREATIVITY involve in the process of finding game ideas?
What does CREATIVITY involve in the process of finding game ideas?
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What is highlighted as crucial when evaluating game ideas for development?
What is highlighted as crucial when evaluating game ideas for development?
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Which source does the text NOT mention as a potential origin of game ideas?
Which source does the text NOT mention as a potential origin of game ideas?
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What is a key component that a game concept should include?
What is a key component that a game concept should include?
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Which of the following is NOT necessary when defining the player's role in a game concept?
Which of the following is NOT necessary when defining the player's role in a game concept?
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What is the main purpose of defining the player's role in a game concept?
What is the main purpose of defining the player's role in a game concept?
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When defining a player's role, what should the specific actions be focused on?
When defining a player's role, what should the specific actions be focused on?
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What should you consider first before designing the story or artwork for a game?
What should you consider first before designing the story or artwork for a game?
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What does a high concept statement refer to in a game concept?
What does a high concept statement refer to in a game concept?
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What does a genre in game design refer to?
What does a genre in game design refer to?
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Why do many players buy games of a particular genre?
Why do many players buy games of a particular genre?
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Which genre typically includes physical challenges but no strategic challenges?
Which genre typically includes physical challenges but no strategic challenges?
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What type of challenges do adventure games mainly focus on?
What type of challenges do adventure games mainly focus on?
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Which genre is known for its logic and conceptual challenges?
Which genre is known for its logic and conceptual challenges?
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What is a defining characteristic of Hybrid Games?
What is a defining characteristic of Hybrid Games?
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What genre does The Legend of Zelda belong to?
What genre does The Legend of Zelda belong to?
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What makes the hybrid genre of action-adventure in video games risky?
What makes the hybrid genre of action-adventure in video games risky?
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Who is the renowned composer responsible for the music in The Legend of Zelda games?
Who is the renowned composer responsible for the music in The Legend of Zelda games?
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What inspired Shigeru Miyamoto to create The Legend of Zelda?
What inspired Shigeru Miyamoto to create The Legend of Zelda?
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Which element is NOT typically found in The Legend of Zelda games?
Which element is NOT typically found in The Legend of Zelda games?
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What aspect should game developers consider when defining their target audience?
What aspect should game developers consider when defining their target audience?
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What do casual gamers do if the game stops being enjoyable?
What do casual gamers do if the game stops being enjoyable?
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Which demographic groups exhibit trends in game-playing preferences according to the text?
Which demographic groups exhibit trends in game-playing preferences according to the text?
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What is one way to implement progression in long games according to the text?
What is one way to implement progression in long games according to the text?
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How do home game consoles generally compare to personal computers in terms of performance?
How do home game consoles generally compare to personal computers in terms of performance?
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Why are high-end personal computers more powerful than high-end console machines according to the text?
Why are high-end personal computers more powerful than high-end console machines according to the text?
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What feature makes home game consoles excellent for multiplayer local games?
What feature makes home game consoles excellent for multiplayer local games?
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Study Notes
Game Concept Development
- Objectives of game design and development include defining a game idea, identifying the player's role, and understanding the target audience and game genres.
- A game concept includes a high concept statement, player's role, primary gameplay mode, genre, target audience, hardware, licenses, competition modes, and a general summary of progression.
Getting an Idea
- Ideas can come from anywhere, including personal experiences, books, movies, and other games.
- Evaluating ideas involves considering whether the game provides entertainment and curiosity.
- Research can help develop a game idea.
From Idea to Game Concept
- A game concept is a detailed description of a game, including the high concept, player's role, primary gameplay mode, genre, and target audience.
The Player's Role
- Defining the player's role involves answering the question "What is the player going to do?"
- The player's role should be clear, simple, and specific.
Choosing a Genre
- A genre is a category of games characterized by a particular set of challenges.
- Examples of genres include action, strategy, role-playing, real-world simulations, construction and management, adventure, and puzzle games.
- Hybrid games combine features from multiple genres.
Target Audience
- The target audience includes who will buy the game and who will enjoy playing it.
- Different groups of players exhibit trends in game-playing preferences, including casual gamers, men and women, children and adults, and players with disabilities.
Progression Considerations
- Players need to feel they are making progress when playing long games.
- Progress can be implemented through levels, story, and other means.
Types of Machines
- Different machines, including home game consoles and personal computers, have features and performance characteristics that define the scope of the game.
- Consoles provide simpler graphics, standard controllers, and are excellent for multiplayer local games, but have slower computing and less storage space than PCs.
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Learn about the significance of choosing a game genre in game design and development. Explore how genres influence the challenges in games and impact player preferences. Discover the importance of studying existing game genres for designing successful games.