In this episode of The Corner of Story and Game, we return to our exploration of the Lenses of Game Design, looking at the balance between two critical perspectives - Imagination and Elegance.
Joining me is J. Isaac Gadient, a talented game designer whose work bridges narrative design, gameplay mechanics, and immersive world-building. Together, we break down how Imagination fuels creativity and world-building, while Elegance ensures clarity, simplicity, and engaging playability.
How do designers strike the right balance between expansive, imaginative worlds and intuitive, elegant mechanics? What lessons can we learn from games that excel at this delicate dance? Isaac shares insights and offers practical takeaways for game designers, writers, and storytellers.
Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion that will change how you think about crafting compelling game experiences.
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Things Isaac referenced in this episode:
- > Your Game Has A Message ...
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