It is tempting to see progression in games as a process of gaining more and more resources and options. But options create noise. When players have many options, it takes more effort to
Complex games live or die by how well they onboard players. Among other things, this means making sure new players have simple tactics they can latch onto before they understand the game, also
The ability to save is one of the biggest strengths of digital games. But saving comes with a major downside: all the short-term goals players were juggling in their heads go out the
Square grids are perhaps the most iconic type of board in board games, due to classics like chess. While hex grids are a more recent innovation, the success of Catan has made them
Some of the best experiences in games come from teams. They create feelings of camaraderie and shared purpose that can't be achieved any other way. The best team games keep everyone