The Secret Lives of Games Into the Depths: Slice & Dice - Part 2
Jun 14, 2024
Darius Kazemi, a game design guru, joins Michael Brough, the innovative mind behind the roguelike game Cinco Paus. They dive into the captivating ‘Slice & Dice’, exploring its intriguing curses and blessings system and how these elements impact player strategy. They also compare various scoring methods, highlighting their influence on gameplay dynamics. With personal anecdotes, they share how these games revive passion and build resilience, while discussing the collaborative essence of game design in an ever-evolving tech landscape.
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Intro
00:00 • 3min
Exploring Curses and Blessings in Slice & Dice
03:00 • 16min
Reviving Passion through Immersive Gameplay
19:09 • 2min
Scoring Systems in Gaming
21:00 • 4min
Navigating the Challenges of Classic Unfair Gameplay
24:46 • 2min
Game Design Dynamics: Exploring Mechanics in Two Games
26:22 • 16min
Game Mechanics and Player Resilience
42:17 • 8min
Enhancing Gameplay through Challenges
50:30 • 2min
Exploring Cursed Hyper Mechanics
52:08 • 17min
Curses, Blessings, and Strategic Depth
01:08:51 • 19min
The Dynamics of Game Design Influence
01:27:39 • 6min
Community Engagement and Gameplay Exploration
01:33:53 • 3min