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How to Design an Engine Building Game with Elizabeth Hargrave

The Board Game Design Lab

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The Art of Engine Building Games

Exploring the fascinating world of engine-building games, the chapter discusses popular games like Race for the Galaxy and Terraforming Mars, highlighting the satisfaction of evolving and optimizing game engines. It delves into the strategic decision-making, asymmetry in gameplay, and the puzzle-like experience offered by these games, emphasizing the appeal of building efficient systems to outperform opponents.

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