Game Design

Short lessons on design principles

This compact playlist covers the thinking behind games rather than any one engine or tool. Topics range from the basic principles of game design to difficulty, pacing, storytelling and what makes combat satisfying.

Topics

• Basic principles of game design
• Difficulty curves and keeping players interested through pacing
• Storytelling in video games
• Combat feel and making a game look good

Who it suits

Aspiring game designers and developers looking for an introduction to design vocabulary. Because the playlist is small, it works best as a starting point before a longer course on design practice. Each topic can be watched on its own, which makes the playlist easy to dip into between projects.