Three Truths & a Lie: A Mechanics-First Mindset is a look at the design philosophy behind my work.
First presented at Mobile Games Summit '22 in San Francisco, this talk explores design principles from some of the greats to uncover some deep truths and one giant lie.
Presentation highlights include:
- Deconstructing the game of tag as proof of the power of mechanics-first design
- Utilizing the player's imagination as a design tool
- Finding newness by breaking apart mechanics that have been previously taken for granted as "whole"
- The complexity of game mechanics as a consideration to your creative medium
- Utilizing the player's imagination as a design tool
- Finding newness by breaking apart mechanics that have been previously taken for granted as "whole"
- The complexity of game mechanics as a consideration to your creative medium