In Part 1 of this series, I explored the nature of volatility and tips on how to add volatility to your game without turning players…

In my day job as a casino slot game designer, I think a lot about volatility. Volatility is the double-edged sword that provides the thrill…

Today I’d like to continue examining the basic elements of tabletop games by discussing scoring. In my last article, I discussed goals in games, and…

I’ve been designing games for many years now, and one trend I’ve noticed in my own design style is that I continuously approach games from…

Ever wonder what a game designer does behind the scenes? I thought it would be fun to share what kind of stuff I wrestle with…

A good game will make you feel like these guys. No, not fabulous. UNDER PRESSURE. Get it? Tension: the uncertainty gap. The distance between desire…