All about mechanics, logic and game engine
The architecture of a game project is the framework that defines how the components of a game are organized, how they interact, and how they can be scaled and maintained. Let’s look at key aspects of game architecture design, including components, design patterns, and refactoring principles. Component approach and design patterns One effective way to […]
I don’t know about you, but I love not only playing games, but also creating them, although now I’m more focused on UX/UI. But sometimes I write code too, though very rarely. When we talk about video games, the first thing that comes to mind is graphics, story and gameplay. But one of the key […]
Creating a sense of progression in games is a key element in keeping players interested and motivated. Effective progression design allows players to experience progression and goal achievement, which promotes deeper engagement in gameplay. One fundamental aspect is the balance between difficulty and player skill. According to Csikszentmihai’s flow theory, optimal engagement is achieved when […]
Creating realistic physics in games, including jumps, collisions, and gravity, is an important task for developers looking to increase player engagement. Let’s take a look at the main aspects of implementing these elements. Gravity and Jumping Gravity affects the movement of objects, giving them a natural downward acceleration. When implementing jumps, it is important to […]
Combat systems are the heart of many video games. From action to tactics, from shooter to JRPG, battles need to be engaging, not just beautiful. And more often than not, the right balance between micro-solutions and macro-strategy is behind it. Micro-decisions: instant choice This is everything a player does within a single battle scene: For […]
In modern game design, the key elements of player retention are the “Loop” and the “Hook”. Understanding and properly applying these concepts allows you to create a game that grabs attention from the first minutes and holds interest throughout the gameplay. What is a Hook? A Hook is a unique element of a game that […]
Game Cycles. This is often where all newcomers stumble. How to draw it correctly? On the Internet if you google it is just unrealistically huge number of options. There are some core loops, meta loops and a lot of other different loops. What is a meta loop anyway? There was one question, and now there […]
What types of games do you like most: mazes, obstacle courses or something else? Today we will tell you how to make a 2D-platformer in Unity – this is a genre in which you have to travel through levels. Playing is very exciting, and developing is even more interesting – let’s show you how to […]
In modern game design, effective navigation isn’t just about maps and markers. The best games guide the player through visual and architectural solutions, creating a sense of independent exploration. Let’s look at the key techniques of “invisible” navigation based on real-world examples. Noticeable objects on the horizon, such as towers or mountains, attract attention and […]
Saving and loading game progress are key mechanics that ensure players can pick up where they left off. Implementing these features correctly is critical to maintaining user engagement and satisfaction. Types of saving systems In Unity, saving progress is often implemented using serialization of data to files. For example, you can serialize game state into […]
