Game Design

Master Game Mechanic Design: Make Every Feature Memorable
Master Game Mechanic Design: Make Every Feature Memorable
Matthew Dogherby Jul 3, 2026

Some game mechanics feel essential from the first use; others vanish from memory instantly. This…

Game Systems Design: The Invisible Craft Behind Great Games
Game Systems Design: The Invisible Craft Behind Great Games
Matthew Dogherby Jul 2, 2026

Discover how game systems design translates player experience into mechanics. Learn balancing, traversal, progression, and…

Game Developer vs Game Designer vs Level Designer
Game Developer vs Game Designer vs Level Designer
Matthew Dogherby May 13, 2026

They sound the same, but game developers, game designers, and level designers couldn’t be more…

Game Designer Levels: The Complete game designer career roadmap from Junior to…
Game Designer Levels: The Complete game designer career roadmap from Junior to…
Dale Graal May 13, 2026

Key Takeaways game designer career roadmap Introduction: Game Design Isn’t Just a Job Title Game…

Enemy Design, and What It Actually Does
Enemy Design, and What It Actually Does
Dale Graal Apr 24, 2026

How the best games turn enemies into teachers, storytellers, and tactical puzzles Enemies Are More…

Designing The Core Gameplay Loop: The Architecture of Player Engagement
Designing The Core Gameplay Loop: The Architecture of Player Engagement
Matthew Dogherby Nov 1, 2025

The Core Gameplay Loop (CGL) is the structural and psychological heartbeat of any successful game.…

The Complete Guide to Platformer Game Design: Building Engaging 2D Adventures in…
The Complete Guide to Platformer Game Design: Building Engaging 2D Adventures in…
Matthew Dogherby Oct 20, 2025

Master platformer game design with expert tips on physics, controls, level design, and player psychology.…

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