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Author Archives: Annie
Balancing Act
Game design is a balancing act. Literally. Not only do you have to balance the various tasks that fall under the umbrella of game design, but, more importantly, you’re responsible for balancing the gameplay experience. At the core of every … Continue reading
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Tagged balancing, Game Design, game variables, spreadsheets
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Latest Issue of VFS In Focus Magazine
Check out the latest issue of the VFS In Focus magazine, featuring some insights on the game design industry and the future of games, courtesy of some VFS grads (including yours truly!). The issue also includes stats from the latest … Continue reading
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Tagged Game Design, Game Design Expo, VFS, VFS In Focus Magazine
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Startup Logos from 2011
I’ve always been entranced by logos. There’s something about the simple complexity of communicating a big message with a small image that’s always fascinated me. Good logos communicate layers of meaning, both boldly and subtly. Take a look at these … Continue reading
Codecademy
Learning to program through books and tutorials is hardly an exciting endeavor. The first few exercises might maintain your interest by capitalizing on your staunch commitment to reach your goal of becoming an avid programmer, but interest often wanes as … Continue reading
GD Expo Open House
If you’re at all interested in the VFS Game Design program, come on out for the Game Design Expo Open House on Sunday, January 22nd. You can take sample classes, learn more about the program, and talk to current teachers. … Continue reading
A look back at 2011
2011 has gone by in a flash. This year, I pushed my art, programming, and game design skills further than ever before, worked with three terrific teams, and contributed to six new games. January Veggiesaurus proves that a vegetarian T-rex … Continue reading
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Pop & Dodge Versus Mode
That’s right, you can now launch your own dodgeballs. The latest version of Pop & Dodge is now out, just in time for plenty of heated family dodgeball matches over the holidays. The latest version includes the brand new Versus Mode, in … Continue reading
Ho ho ho!
MotionMaze Holiday Adventure is now out on the App Store! This new version of MotionMaze features over 100 brand new mazes filled with pickups, as well as a Daily Scramble that offers a new maze every single day. So what … Continue reading
Geek Speak
Interested in learning more about the work we’re doing? Here’s the Geek Speak interview I did for the Georgia Straight, talking about our games and the work we’re doing at Digido Interactive.
Acrylics 101
The last time I took an art class was in high school. So when the chance arose for me to take a painting class, I jumped on the opportunity. We’re almost at the end of our 6-week acrylics class, and … Continue reading