Video Game Design

  1. Prototyping and Testing
    1. Prototyping Fundamentals
      1. Purpose of Prototyping
        1. Prototype Types
          1. Paper Prototypes
            1. Physical Prototypes
              1. Digital Prototypes
                1. Vertical Slice Prototypes
                2. Rapid Prototyping Techniques
                  1. Prototype Evaluation
                  2. Playtesting Methodology
                    1. Test Planning
                      1. Participant Selection
                        1. Test Environment Setup
                          1. Observation Techniques
                            1. Data Collection Methods
                            2. Feedback Analysis
                              1. Qualitative vs Quantitative Data
                                1. Feedback Categorization
                                  1. Priority Assessment
                                    1. Action Planning
                                      1. Iteration Cycles
                                      2. Analytics and Metrics
                                        1. Key Performance Indicators
                                          1. Player Behavior Tracking
                                            1. A/B Testing
                                              1. Heat Maps and User Paths
                                                1. Retention Metrics

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                                              10. Technical Considerations for Designers