Game Design Basics
This is a rough version of a game used to test and refine game mechanics
Prototype or Beta
This is a set of instructions that a computer follows to perform a task in a game
Program or code
This popular game development engine is known for its flexibility and power, used to create both 2D and 3D games
Unity
This is the game mechanic where players have to solve puzzles or complete challenges to advance
This is the term for the visual style and look of a game
Art direction or aesthetic
This term describes the rules and challenges that make up a game
Gameplay
This term refers to a piece of code that repeats a set of instructions
Loop
This game engine is famous for its use in creating 2D pixel art games
GameMaker Studio
This game mechanic allows players to gain experience points and level up
Progression
This is the process of creating the sounds and music for a game
Sound design
This person is responsible for creating the story, characters, and rules of a game
Game designer or creator
This type of variable can only have two values, true or false
Boolean
What is the 3rd best-selling video game console of all time?
Nintendo Switch (141.32 million)
This term describes the main objective that players need to achieve to win a game
Goal
This is the term for how characters or objects move in a game.
Animation
This is the visual part of a game that players see and interact with
User Interface (UI)
This coding concept is used to make decisions in a game, based on conditions
If statement or conditional
This is the process of testing a game to find and fix bugs
Quality Assurance (QA) testing
This type of mechanic involves collecting items, resources, or points
Collection mechanic
This type of artist creates the characters and backgrounds for a game
Game artist or graphic design artist
This document outlines the concept, gameplay, and features of a game
Game design document (GDD)
This is the language often used to create games in Unity
C#
What is the best-selling video game console of all time?
Playstation 2 (159 million)
This game mechanic involves players making decisions that affect the outcome of the game
Choice-based mechanic
This tool is used to create and edit images and textures for games
Image editor