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Think Like A Game Designer
The Importance of Empathy in Game Design
Empathy is the most important skill for a game designer as it allows them to understand how their decisions impact the experiences of players. Watching people play games helps to develop intuition, especially by observing different reactions and emotional responses. Analyzing emotional triggers in oneself and others while playing games helps to improve design skills and connect them to the gameplay experience, making it a fundamental practice for aspiring and professional game designers.
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