A Theory of Fun for Game Design Paperback - 2013 - 2nd Edition

Name: Theory of Fun for Game Design 2ed
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Author: Koster, Raph
ISBN: 9781449363215

by Raph Koster

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From the publisher

Now in full color, the 10th anniversary edition of this classic book takes you deep into the influences that underlie modern video games, and examines the elements they share with traditional games such as checkers. At the heart of his exploration, veteran game designer Raph Koster takes a close look at the concept of fun and why it's the most vital element in any game.

Why do some games become boring quickly, while others remain fun for years? How do games serve as fundamental and powerful learning tools? Whether you're a game developer, dedicated gamer, or curious observer, this illustrated, fully updated edition helps you understand what drives this major cultural force, and inspires you to take it further.

You'll discover that:

Games play into our innate ability to seek patterns and solve puzzles
Most successful games are built upon the same elements
Slightly more females than males now play games
Many games still teach primitive survival skills
Fictional dressing for modern games is more developed than the conceptual elements
Truly creative designers seldom use other games for inspiration
Games are beginning to evolve beyond their prehistoric origins

Details

Title A Theory of Fun for Game Design
Author Raph Koster
Binding Paperback
Edition number 2nd
Edition 2
Pages 297
Volumes 1
Language ENG
Publisher O'Reilly Media
Publication date 2013-12-31
Features Index, Price on Product - Canadian, Table of Contents
ISBN 9781449363215 / 1449363210
Weight 1.2 lbs (0.54 kg)
Dimensions 9.1 x 7.5 x 0.6 in (23.11 x 19.05 x 1.52 cm)
Category Computers - General Information

About the author

Raph Koster is a veteran game designer who has been professionally credited in almost every area of the game industry. He's been the lead designer and director of massive titles such as Ultima Online and Star Wars Galaxies; and he's contributed writing, art, soundtrack music, and programming to many more titles ranging from Facebook games to single-player titles for handheld consoles. He has worked as a creative executive at Sony Online and Disney Playdom, and in 2012 was honored as an Online Game Legend at the Game Developers Conference Online.