The Game Design Round Table
#304 Listener Questions November 2023
Nov 21, 2023
Listener questions are discussed, including player taxonomies, game jams, and creating expansions. The use of AI-generated art in game design and the benefits and limitations of participating in game jams for full releases are explored. The hosts also debate standalone expansions and taking lessons from mainstream gaming for niche genre games. The challenge of attracting mainstream gamers to hobby niche genre gaming is discussed.
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- AI-generated art is a powerful tool for concept development in game design, but it is not a replacement for skilled illustrators and graphic designers.
- Existing player types and taxonomies have limitations in accurately describing individual player motivations, and game design should focus on creating engaging experiences for a broader range of player interests.
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The Use of AI-Generated Art in Game Design
The speaker discusses the increasing use of AI-generated art in game design prototypes. While AI-generated art is a powerful tool for quickly conceptualizing ideas, it cannot fully replace the expertise of a skilled illustrator or graphic designer. It is primarily used in the early stages of concept development to generate ideas and metaphors, which can then be refined by professionals. AI-generated art is currently more suited for high-level concepts and rough visuals, but its capabilities are expected to improve over time.
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