Making games involves a lot of different technologies, but in this article we’ll go over how to create value for the player and bring a concept to life.
The design of player tables in VR for a party game.
There are a lot of different systems, content, and interfaces to design depending on the genre and mechanics of the game you aspire to make. There’s no single way to design a game, but there are processes to complete at each step of development that will drive clarity for yourself or for your team. One of the most fatal things to happen to a game is diverging from the core fun of the game. Always be asking yourself “What’s fun, and where can we trim the fat?”
If you’re hoping to make a career out of games someday, consider making a game, joining a game jam, and picking up some books like Rules of Play, The Proteus Paradox, and Level Up! The Guide to Great Video Game Design. The best experience is just going through the process. With around 16 game jams under my belt and a few games and products shipped at companies, this is what I’ve learned making games.