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18 Cool Mechanics in 2D Games
Read more: 18 Cool Mechanics in 2D GamesExplore 18 creative 2D game mechanics from standout indie titles, featuring clever design solutions for deckbuilders, platformers, puzzle games, and more.
The Games That Made Me Want to be a Game Designer
Read more: The Games That Made Me Want to be a Game DesignerFrom tinkering with Forge mode in Halo Reach to analyzing Metroidvania mechanics in Hollow Knight, discover the pivotal games and media that sparked a career in game design—and key lessons for aspiring creators.
The Game I Never Wanted to Complete
Read more: The Game I Never Wanted to CompleteA data breakdown of 658 quest steps across 112 quest lines reveals why The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt avoids formulaic open-world design traps through narrative context and structural variety.