Ask a Game Dev

MARCH 29, 2024

Each of the terms are the same basic concept - a demonstration of gameplay - but they each have small but important distinctions. Prototype - A playable example of a single gameplay system to prove out the concept. The above screenshot is from the Breath of the Wild systems prototype - wind, fire, etc.

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iXie gaming

AUGUST 8, 2023

In game development, one of the most essential aspects is prototyping. In today’s world, game development is an art, and quite inarguably, it is one of the most complex and intricate art forms. In this article, you’ll learn some significant and exciting things about the development of game prototypes.

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iXie gaming

AUGUST 8, 2023

It’s no news that the game development sector is a highly competitive one with capable hands who constantly work hard. However, getting a competitive edge in the industry requires creativity and that’s where rapid game prototyping comes in. It gives game producers the environment to conduct experiments and take chances.

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Big Games

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Developing a game is no child’s play! Game developers can vouch that the game development landscape does not look as pretty and exciting as it seems. If you are just starting as a game developer, this blog will provide all the steps and processes constituting the game development cycle.

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Brand Game Development

OCTOBER 27, 2017

Dev Diary posts are made to teach game development through specific examples from my latest project: Highways & Byways. I’ve been in board game development for a bit over two years now and many people are surprised to hear I’ve not attended a convention prior to then. Just here for Highway s & Byways updates?

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PreMortem.Games

MAY 24, 2024

Jason Nicot , a French solo game developer operating under the name Choose Red , recently announced his latest game Sanctua. He went into transportation management, but game development never really left his mind. Nicot’s transition to full-time game development wasn’t without challenges.

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PreMortem.Games

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

years of development. While he didn’t immediately embark on this ambitious project, the concept lingered in his mind and gradually took shape as a concrete game design. Complex feature The core concept of worlds within worlds was the first feature prototyped for Cocoon, undergoing substantial improvement and iteration.

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Brand Game Development

FEBRUARY 25, 2019

Many game developers think about fulfillment only after their project is complete – and you can certainly get away with it! But today, this guest post by Michael of Fulfillrite will explain why you should think about board game fulfillment on day 1 on game development. Need help on your board game? So, good news and bad news.

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CG Spectrum

APRIL 16, 2024

It allows artists to bring concepts to life by adding depth, texture, and realistic lighting to their designs. From 3D architectural renderings to product prototypes and virtual environments for games and movies, 3D visualization is used across various industries to visualize ideas, streamline workflows, and communicate concepts effectively.

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PreMortem.Games

OCTOBER 28, 2024

Developed by Alexander Khoroshavin (Alex Goodwin) and a small team, the game centers around an elderly healer named Kazimir, who journeys through a whale-worshiping fantasy land to heal his ‘soul wound’. ” Epic MegaGrant Developing a game in Kazakhstan poses its own set of challenges, as Khoroshavin explains.

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Mnenad

JULY 8, 2018

Prototype is ready! But I can now proudly announce that a playable prototype for the video game GenoTerra is finished (and I graduated with the Master in Design *yay*). This work deals with the development and design of an open world game with a high. Watch the new trailer for GenoTerra right here: 96. Just with other designs.

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PreMortem.Games

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Belgian developer Cyborn has introduced a fresh perspective on mixed-reality gaming with the release of Wall Town Wonders , a game that transforms living spaces into bustling miniature towns built right on the wall. Within days, the concept was pitched to Meta and greenlit enthusiastically. Iteration is key.

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PreMortem.Games

JULY 5, 2024

Or die trying The team at Fun Dog Studios developed a dynamic combat system that keeps NPC enemies constantly fighting each other. The Forever Winter is the studio’s debut title, but far from the first game for its developers. Just remember, your character is not the chosen one determining the course of the war.

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PreMortem.Games

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

For some, the idea of developing a game alone is daunting. After a five-year hiatus from game development, he returned as a solo developer to create his debut game Repunk. After a five-year hiatus from game development, he returned as a solo developer to create his debut game Repunk.

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PreMortem.Games

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Development studio Gametopia has translated their love and admiration for the works of the author into an original tale, told through a pixel perfect point-and-click adventure. One of the things that fascinates me most about pixel art is that you are working with concepts, like working with Lego pieces. What is the story really about?

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PreMortem.Games

MARCH 13, 2024

When the allure of game development clashes with the necessity of a traditional job, the only choice is to juggle both endeavors simultaneously. So, I ended up living a dual life, working my day job and moonlighting as a developer.” Why did you become a solo developer? How do you stay motivated through (years of) development?

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Brand Game Development

DECEMBER 30, 2019

Join my community of over 2,000 game developers, artists, and passionate creators. If you’re the kind of creator who has a few prototype board games in your closet somewhere, consider playing one of them with a few game designers. Order a professional physical prototype of one of your board games. Card games count, too!

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PreMortem.Games

JULY 12, 2023

The developers of Fireplace Games made an early prototype of the game while still in school, but are now well on their way to release it as a full-fledged game. prototype started gaining traction with nominations, awards and people posting YouTube videos. Anaïs Simonnet Deeper combat Was it all a waste of time?

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Logic Simplified

AUGUST 8, 2023

Video game development is a collaborative process that involves various people with specialized skills. Understanding the difference between the two is vital if you are an aspiring game developer, a passionate gamer, or you are considering hiring a game development company to develop an immersive video game.

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PreMortem.Games

JULY 31, 2024

In the years that followed the team evolved into a game development studio, initially making games for Flash, HTLML5 and mobile, but now expanded to console development as well. A Space for the Unbound is their own developed IP. “We all at Mojiken love cats! After creating some prototypes, we finally found it.

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Brand Game Development

DECEMBER 11, 2017

Board game development is a very individual process. Every single developer has different methods for creating their games. This article is the sixth of a 19-part suite on board game design and development. Join my community of over 2,000 game developers, artists, and passionate creators. Need help on your board game?

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Game Analytics

JANUARY 3, 2023

So to get his advice and learn his secrets, we sat down to hear his story and journey as a solo-game developer. And that resulted in the first prototype of Dreadhalls. Being a solo developer means you have very few resources to hand. Developing Dreadhalls was a challenge in itself. Here’s what he had to say.

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iXie gaming

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Building multiplayer games can be rewarding and exciting for aspiring game developers. In this article, we will guide you through the fundamentals of multiplayer game development to help you kickstart your journey to creating your first multiplayer game. Through prototyping, you can identify possible issues early.

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Brand Game Development

JANUARY 5, 2018

In fact, I’ve written about a few times: a crash course on the concepts , how to prepare for the costs , and a personal story of how hard it was to fulfill War Co. Join my community of over 2,000 game developers, artists, and passionate creators. Need help on your board game? We’ve helped reduce our client’s costs in many ways.

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Brand Game Development

OCTOBER 23, 2017

Yet I’m a bit of an odd beast in the board game development world since most people prefer to work in teams. Join my community of over 2,000 game developers, artists, and passionate creators. Along with handling all the business, Ben has playtested and helped develop our designs. That’s how I do things.

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iXie gaming

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Or are you an experienced game developer who’s looking to grow the knowledge you already have? The process of game development is a unique experience. What is Game Development? Game development is the process of creating games. The two most common types of game development are game design and programming.

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PreMortem.Games

AUGUST 23, 2024

Development studio Gametopia has translated their love and admiration for the works of the author into an original tale, told through a pixel perfect point-and-click adventure. One of the things that fascinates me most about pixel art is that you are working with concepts, like working with Lego pieces. What is the story really about?

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PreMortem.Games

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

But going through 3 years of development by himself has made him realize that solo is not really for him. “I Why did you become a solo developer? “I I became a solo developer 3 years ago after losing my job just before the pandemic hit. “I I became a solo developer 3 years ago after losing my job just before the pandemic hit.

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Brand Game Development

JULY 21, 2017

Dev Diary posts are made to teach game development through specific examples from my latest project: Highways & Byways. This week, in Start to Finish: Publish and Sell Your First Board Game , I released Five Levels of Communication through Game Development. We’re doing rapid prototyping. Need help on your board game?

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PreMortem.Games

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

If you want to know more about the art, craft and science of game development, subscribe here. When you’re writing to your development team, your team has more important things to do than reading (or they think they do, right, producers?). A pattern most of us learn in school holds us back from writing clearly.

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PreMortem.Games

MARCH 10, 2023

In the years that followed the team evolved into a game development studio, initially making games for Flash, HTLML5 and mobile, but now expanded to console development as well. A Space for the Unbound is their own developed IP. “We all at Mojiken love cats! After creating some prototypes, we finally found it.

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Big Games

JANUARY 8, 2024

Buckle up, aspiring developers, because the barrier to entry just shrunk to the size of a pixel! We’re talking free game development software , mind-blowing technology, and trends hotter than a dragon’s breath. So, are you ready to unleash your inner game developer? Let’s jump in!

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Brand Game Development

NOVEMBER 20, 2017

Board game development is a very individual process. Every single developer has different methods for creating their games. This article is the third of a 19-part suite on board game design and development. Join my community of over 2,000 game developers, artists, and passionate creators. Need help on your board game?

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Ask a Game Dev

MARCH 27, 2024

The vertical slice is a big milestone in a game's development because it shows the entire game coming together in a cohesive play experience. Similarly, the vertical slice also serves as a proof-of-concept for an internal project and used to get the green light for continued development. Call of Duty, Pokemon, Madden, etc.).

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CG Spectrum

JANUARY 20, 2023

This type of visual representation can also be used for marketing purposes or to help explain and clearly lay out complicated concepts and systems. Automotive industry — building digital prototypes. Product designers — building digital prototypes, and for marketing purposes. Who uses architectural visualization?

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Game Dev Unchained

JUNE 27, 2023

Virtual Reality’s Second Surge As the first decade of commercial virtual reality (VR) draws to a close, we caught up with seasoned game developer, Alex Silkin , to discuss the twists, turns, and future of the VR and augmented reality (AR) industry. “Not just in terms of cost, but also in terms of design. and blockchain.

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Brand Game Development

FEBRUARY 19, 2018

Board game development is a very individual process. Every single developer has different methods for creating their games. This article is the sixteenth of a 19-part suite on board game design and development. Join my community of over 2,000 game developers, artists, and passionate creators. Need help on your board game?

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