A game design approach that emphasizes expansive environments, allowing players to explore freely and interact with the world.

A powerful game engine developed by Epic Games, widely used for creating high-quality 3D games and immersive environments.

The process of creating an expansive and believable game environment, including geography, culture, and history.

The extent to which players can make choices and explore the game world without linear constraints.

The art of crafting engaging stories and character arcs that enhance player immersion and interaction.

Techniques used to improve game performance, ensuring smooth gameplay in complex environments.

Using the game environment to convey narrative elements and lore without explicit dialogue.

A cyclical design process where feedback is used to refine and improve game mechanics and narratives.

The creation of missions or tasks for players, often involving objectives that enhance narrative engagement.

Dialogue structures that allow players to choose responses, affecting story outcomes and character relationships.

A technique that reduces the complexity of 3D models based on their distance from the player to optimize performance.

The process of testing a game with real players to gather feedback on gameplay, mechanics, and overall experience.

Organizing and optimizing game assets like textures, models, and sounds to improve performance.

Interactive environments that respond to player actions, creating a sense of realism and immersion.

Creating a preliminary version of a game to test concepts, mechanics, and design choices.

A plan to promote a game, including target audience, messaging, and distribution channels.

A short video that highlights a game's features and narrative to attract potential players.

The process of incorporating player feedback into game design to enhance user experience.

Detailed records of design decisions, processes, and iterations that guide game development.

An event where developers present their game to an audience, highlighting features and gameplay.

The implementation of design ideas using programming and technical skills to create functional game mechanics.

Working with a team to share ideas and feedback throughout the game development process.

A sample version of a game that allows players to experience key mechanics and features before release.

The overall experience of a player interacting with the game, focusing on usability and satisfaction.