Isbn: 9781932111972 - theory of fun for game design (12 resultados)

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Paperback. Condición: Good. Now in full color, the 10th anniversary edition of this classic book takes you deep into the influences that underlie modern video games, and examines the elements they share with traditional games such as checkers. At the heart of his exploration, veteran game designer Raph Koster takes a close look at the concept of fun and why it's the most vital element in any game. Why do some games become boring quickly, while others remain fun for years? How do games serve as fundamental and powerful learning tools? Whether you're a game developer, dedicated gamer, or curious observer, this illustrated, fully updated edition helps you understand what drives this major cultural force, and inspires you to take it further. You'll discover that: Games play into our innate ability to seek patterns and solve puzzles Most successful games are built upon the same elements Slightly more females than males now play games Many games still teach primitive survival skills Fictional dressing for modern games is more developed than the conceptual elements Truly creative designers seldom use other games for inspiration Games are beginning to evolve beyond their prehistoric origins.…

Soft cover. Condición: As New. 1st Edition. As new copy of first edition; unread, completely crisp and unmarked. Can nearly be described as brand new. If you are interested in game structure and design you'll really enjoy how A Theory of Fun works on two levels - as a quick inspiration guide for game designers, and as a thought-provoking discussion on how we learn, why we play games, and how learning and playing are connected 5th or later Printin 5th or later Printin 5th or later Printin.…

Softcover`. Condición: Good+. Other than a small crease mark on the top corner of the front cover, very few signs of wear. The pages are clean and crisp with no highlighting or writing detected. Ships from Canada. Satisfaction guaranteed with 30-day return policy.; 9 X 0.75 X 6.75 inches; 256 pages; R7 876k/817k s1. …

Soft cover. Condición: Good. 5th printing. 12mo (18 x 23cm). [x prelims] 244 pages. Numerous b&w cartoons throughout the text. Foreword by Will Wright. Good. Text dull at the edges; smudge to the fore-edge; one leaf (pages 87/88) missing the top corner. Cover sunned at the spine and worn at the corners.…

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Soft cover. Condición: Very Good. Slight rubbing to edges otherwise in very good condition. Next day dispatch by Royal Mail in sturdy, recyclable packaging. 1000's of satisfied customers! Please contact us with any enquiries.

Paperback. Condición: Brand New. 1st edition. 256 pages. 6.75x9.00x0.75 inches. In Stock.

paperback. Condición: New. In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title.