

#325 Civilization Series 7 with Jon Shafer
Sep 10, 2024
Join digital game designer Jon Shafer, co-founder of the show and veteran of Civilization V, as he dives into the buzz around Civilization VII. He discusses innovative elements like contextual nested menus and the evolution of gameplay mechanics. Jon shares insights on balancing accessibility for new players while keeping deep strategies for veterans. He also highlights the impact of visuals in the gaming landscape, and the unique challenges small developers face, all while maintaining optimism for future innovations in strategy games.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Intro
00:00 • 2min
The Evolution of Game Design Innovations and Reputation
02:21 • 5min
Anticipating Civilization VII
07:04 • 17min
Exploring Commanders and Diplomatic Strategy in Game Design
23:55 • 3min
Exploring Civilization Mechanics and Evolution
26:38 • 24min
Challenges for Small Developers in the Era of High-Quality Graphics
50:56 • 2min
The Future of Strategy Games: Innovation from Small Teams
53:11 • 4min