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Finding the Right Mixture of Luck and Skill with Richard Garfield

The Board Game Design Lab

CHAPTER

The Role of Luck in Creating Drama in Games

This chapter explores the impact of luck in games and how it can add tension, excitement, and drama. The speakers discuss examples like 'King of Tokyo' and 'Quad Radius' to illustrate how luck can both frustrate and thrill players. They also delve into the process of balancing luck and skill in game design, taking into account player preference and the importance of player actions.

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