Game Design

11 Must-Listen Podcasts for Game Designers (And Why the Industry Needs Them)
11 Must-Listen Podcasts for Game Designers (And Why the Industry Needs Them)
Matthew Dogherby May 29, 2026

Discover 11 essential podcasts every game designer should listen to, and learn why podcasts are…

video game dialogue choices:GOOD PLAYER CHOICES vs BAD PLAYER CHOICES
video game dialogue choices:GOOD PLAYER CHOICES vs BAD PLAYER CHOICES
Matthew Dogherby May 23, 2026

Every branching dialogue system promises player agency—but not all choices are created equal. Discover how…

Mastering Game Design: The Art of Engaging Players
Mastering Game Design: The Art of Engaging Players
Matthew Dogherby Feb 16, 2025

To create a successful game, you must first grasp the intricacies of player psychology. What…

Environment Design: Ways to Enhance Without Overthinking
Game Environment Design: Ways to Enhance Without Overthinking
Matthew Dogherby Feb 14, 2025

To enhance video game environments effectively without overcomplicating, focus on core gameplay, use color and…

Key design game principles
10 Essential Game Design Principles Every Developer Needs to Master for Success
Matthew Dogherby Feb 14, 2025

Game design requires understanding key principles that enhance player experiences. First, keeping gameplay simple helps…

Crafting the Perfect First Time User Experience in Video Games
Crafting the Perfect First Time User Experience in Video Games
Matthew Dogherby Dec 18, 2024

Imagine playing a new video game, excited and ready to dive into a new adventure.…

An isometric view of a game developer's workspace with holographic game design elements floating around monitors
Mastering Game Design: Essential Pitfalls Every Developer Must Dodge in 2024 🎮
Matthew Dogherby Nov 9, 2024

From Amateur to Pro: A Deep Dive into Critical Game Design Decisions That Make or…

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