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129: Reinforcing Worldbuilding through Gameplay with Spoils

Eggplant: The Secret Lives of Games

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Gameplay Mechanics reflecting Worldbuilding and Themes

This chapter of the podcast episode explores how the gameplay mechanics of a specific game reflect the worldbuilding and themes of the game's setting. They discuss how certain rules and mechanics in the game are tied to the collectivist ideology and the post-apocalyptic world in which the game is set. They also highlight a narrative aspect of the game where players are encouraged to let others win without making it obvious, showing how culture can influence gameplay.

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