Ludology

Ludology 260 - An App-titude for Game Design

Oct 3, 2021
Guest
Nikki Valens
Nikki Valens, designer of Mansions of Madness and Eldritch Horror, discusses making programming games like Quirky Circuits, app-driven games like Mansions of Madness, and campaign games like Legacy of Dragonholt. They also talk about the impact of fundamental choices in game systems, player preferences in campaign games, unique game mechanics, Lovecraft fatigue, diversity in the game industry, and their online presence.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
2
Designing the Chaotic and Fun Game Quirky Circuits
01:41 • 10min
3
Design choices and impact of fundamental choices in game systems
12:08 • 19min
4
Campaign Games and Player Preferences
31:27 • 18min
5
Engaging in a Lightning Round of Questions: Game Preferences and Lovecraft Fatigue
49:25 • 2min
6
The State of the Game Industry and Roomba Vacuum
50:59 • 2min
7
Exploring the Nature of Great Old Ones and Promoting Online Presence
52:30 • 3min