What Makes a Game?
All games must have an objective and what else?
Challenge
What do I mean by a Game Concept?
The idea behind a game - what it's about.
In which decade did arcade games become widely available?
1970s
What company makes the PlayStation?
Sony
What game is franchise is the plumber with the red cap and blue overalls from?
What would a game be missing if it had no goal to win?
An objective
What is the term for how players interact and play the game?
Gameplay
When did modern computer games first begin to emerge?
1950s
What is the name of Microsoft’s first gaming console?
Xbox
What character collects rings and runs fast for Sega?
Sonic the Hedgehog
What is the term for the restrictions or instructions on how to play a game?
Rules / Gameplay
Give an example of a game genre.
e.g. Sci-Fi, Fantasy, Horror, Sports
What type of games existed before computers and consoles?
Tabletop / Board games
What is the detatchable controller on a Nintento switch known as?
Nunchuck
What Character has an evil version of himself called Herobrine?
Steve from Minecraft
What design element describes what a game looks like (its visual style)?
Aesthetic
What is the objective of Monopoly?
Be the last player not bankrupt / have the most money
Name one ancient civilisation that had early board games.
Egyptians or Romans
What two platforms are games like Clash of Clans played on?
Mobile / Smartphone
Name any character from a Capcom game and the game they are from.
Did you get it?
Name TWO essential elements that make something a game.
Challenge and objective
Name THREE design elements you would include when creating a game (from the lesson slides).
Concept, Objective, Rules, Genre, Aesthetic
What is one major change in gaming from the 1970s to today?
Digital games across multiple platforms / advanced graphics / online play
What Gaming Platform is the most customisable and has the most 'accessories'.
PC / Laptop
Name any 5 Pokemon.
Pika-who?