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Dusk and the Art of Making Short Games with David Szymanski

Software Engineering Daily

CHAPTER

Balancing Gameplay and Pacing in Short Games

Exploring challenges and strategies in game design to maintain specific pacing, horror beats, and gameplay loops within short game durations, with a focus on creating engaging experiences for players while reflecting on refund rates and piracy in the gaming industry.

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