Types of Games
These are designed to played in short, small bursts. Angry Birds, Candy Crush and Temple Run are popular examples
What are casual games?
Where the game takes place
What is the space?
A problem solving activity done for play
What is a game?
These games that emphasize problem solving. Tetris is an example of a simple one.
What are puzzle games?
How you win a game
What is the goal or objective?
An activity for enjoyment and recreation
What is a game?
These tend to focus on fast paced action and split second hand-eye coordination for gameplay. They often have avoidance as a core mechanic.
What are arcade-style games?
All the "pieces" necessary to play
What are the components?
These separate games from play
What are rules?
These are games where one assumes the identity of a game character acting out a story, often using the 3rd person camera perspective.
What are RPG's?
The actions you're constantly repeating. The VERBS.
What are the core mechanics?
Challenges that prevent or hinder the player from accomplishing game goals
What are obstacles?
These games are an open world. This means that there are no rules about what you have to make, you can create anything you want and have fun. Minecraft is one of the most popular examples.
What are sandbox games?
What you can and can't do
What are the rules?
Randomness within the game
What is chance?