Exploring the Video Game Production Pipeline

What is a common misconception about video games?

• They do not involve any art.

• They are easy to make with a few clicks.

• They require years of development.

• They are only for children.

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What is the first phase of video game development?

• Production

• Pre-Production

• Post-Production

• Alpha

What is the purpose of a game design document?

• To release the game

• To market the game

• To express the vision for the game and plan production

• To test the game

What is a macro design document?

• A prototype of the game

• A marketing strategy

• A short, flexible plan that can be expanded

• A detailed 100-page document

What is the main goal of the pre-production phase?

• To hire new staff

• To plan and prototype ideas

• To release the game

• To market the game

What is a vertical slice in game development?

• A marketing document

• A small, representative section of the game

• A prototype

• A complete game

What happens during the alpha phase?

• New features are added

• The game is feature complete and polished

• The game is marketed

• The game is released

What is the focus during the beta phase?

• Fixing bugs and stabilizing the game

• Marketing the game

• Creating prototypes

• Adding new features

What is a post-mortem in game development?

• A game design document

• A prototype

• A marketing strategy

• A meeting to discuss the development process

What is the main purpose of a closing kit?

• To release the game

• To create prototypes

• To organize all game assets for future use

• To market the game