Eggplant: The Secret Lives of Games

129: Reinforcing Worldbuilding through Gameplay with Spoils

Dec 23, 2023
Guest
Ben Wilson
Guest
Daria Radu
Guest
Douglas Wilson
Guests Daria Radu, Ben Wilson, and Douglas Wilson discuss the trick-taking card game Spoils and its development process. Topics include drawing inspiration from worldbuilding, trick-taking as a mechanic, the programming of AI systems, and the unique aspects of Spoils like point values and hoarding.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 3min
2
Multiple Roles and Gratitude for Credits
03:08 • 2min
3
Trick-Taking Games and Their History
04:40 • 10min
4
Design Considerations for a Game
14:44 • 20min
5
Gameplay Mechanics reflecting Worldbuilding and Themes
34:47 • 14min
6
Creating an AI for a Single Player Game
49:11 • 18min
7
Exploring the Unique Gameplay of Briscola Chimada and Its Cultural Influences
01:07:21 • 3min
8
Deciding Point Values
01:10:31 • 12min
9
The Importance of UI and Collaboration in Game Design
01:22:37 • 4min
10
Updates, Announcements, and Gratitude
01:27:05 • 2min