The Definition of a Game and the 'Super Better' Method

A game is an unnecessary obstacle that we volunteer to try to overcome. Golf, for example, has the unnecessary obstacle of standing far away from the hole. This provokes curiosity, creativity, learning, and improvement. A game is about leaning into voluntary obstacles and experiencing the process. The speaker likes this definition and refers to their method as a game. It can be learned through various sources like books, apps, web platforms, or podcasts, and it involves tackling challenges in everyday life as a game designer.

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