Game Design Flashcard

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What is the primary focus of system design in game design?

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Defining the basic rules of the game

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Which of the following is NOT a type of game design mentioned in the text? Content design, System design, Level design, Character design

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Character design

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What is the purpose of iteration in game design?

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To lower design risk

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Which analogy is used to describe game designers as creators of rules?

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Game designers are lawyers.

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Why is the course focused on non-digital games?

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Because iteration is faster and cheaper with cardboard

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What is the waterfall method in game design?

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A method where you design, implement, and test in one direction.

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What is the main advantage of rapid prototyping?

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It speeds up the iteration process

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What is a key characteristic of board games in terms of game design?

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The play experience is determined by the rules and player interactions.

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What is a design risk in game design?

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The risk that the game will not be fun

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What is the iterative approach in game design similar to?

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The Scientific Method