How to Analyze Game Design Like a Pro | Critical Thought #gamedev #indiedev #videogames
33For the first critical thought of 2023, I felt it was apt to begin the year with some of the basic lessons on analyzing videogames. Why is this so important, and some of the potential traps you can fall into when it comes to comparing it to reviews. And if you would like me to do some consulting and playtesting on your game, please reach out.
0:00 Intro
00:24 Analysis != Review
2:46 The Positive/Negative Spiral
5:05 Don't Factor Fun
9:26 Modern Retro Blinders
11:59 The Goal of Design Analysis
15:55 Conclusion
games shown: Unplug, Elden Ring, Library of Ruina, Aloft, Vengence Guardian: Moonrider, Rainworld Downpour, Astlibra Revision
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