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Verticality in Level Design: 12 Functions Every Designer Must Know
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Verticality in Level Design: 12 Functions Every Designer Must Know
Matthew Dogherby Aug 6, 2026

Flat maps bore players. Verticality fixes that — but only when it does real gameplay work. This guide breaks down the 12 functions of verticality…

What Are Hideo Kojima Game Design Principles and How To Turn Emotion Into Systems?
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