Basic Video Game Design Elements

Learn some basic game design elements that provide player feedback, make games fun, and keep people playing

Created byPaul Kaiser

Last updated 5/2012

English

English [Auto],

Course content

1 section • 1 lecture • 3m total length

Basic Game Design Elements3:59
Follow along as we touch on some of the major video game design elements that may not be so obvious. Learn to build in feedback loops that tell your player when they're doing well and when they're failing, and entice them to keep coming back for more.

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What you learn in this lesson

Follow along as we talk about some of the more obvious elements in game design. Learn how feedback loops that contain scoring, lives, health, and more keep players engaged and coming back for more. All examples are shown in a GameMaker mockup game.

What you need to view this lesson

Nothing -- this lesson does not guide you in creating anything directly.
Optionally, jot down feedback ideas on paper as you follow along.

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