Game Studies: Compilation & Presentation
21.04.2025 - 12.05.2025 (Week 1 - Week 4) Kiew Ting Yi (Nicole) / 0361143 / Bachelor of Design (Honours) in Creative Media Game Studies Task 1 : Exercises Table of Contents: 1. Lecture: Game Studies 2. Instructions 3. Exercises 4. Game Creation 5. Reflection LECTURE: GAME STUDIES Week 1: Principles of Game Design In our first lecture, we explored the foundation of what makes games meaningful, engaging, and fun to play. Game design blends creativity, psychology, storytelling, and technical skills to craft interactive experiences with purpose. Key Takeaways: 1. Player Experience Great games are designed around the player. Emotions, immersion, and flow are central. Using frameworks like PLEX (Playful Experiences), designers identify different emotional goals such as excitement, challenge, imagination, or social bonding. 2. ...