Please note: In order to keep Hive up to date and provide users with the best features, we are no longer able to fully support Internet Explorer. The site is still available to you, however some sections of the site may appear broken. We would encourage you to move to a more modern browser like Firefox, Edge or Chrome in order to experience the site fully.

Supporting your high street Find out how »
Meaningful Game Design : The Methodology and Psychology of Tabletop Games, Paperback / softback Book

Meaningful Game Design : The Methodology and Psychology of Tabletop Games Paperback / softback

Paperback / softback

Only a few left - usually despatched within 24 hours

Description

This book provides readers with the tools and methods with which to create effective tabletop games.

It covers the design and development process thoroughly, guiding readers through the necessary mechanics, messages, and motivations of games that must be understood in order to build successful tabletop games, including serious educational games for teaching or training. Through a range of learning activities and methodologies, readers will develop an understanding of games and an appreciation for the creating and testing of game play whilst critically exploring the relationship between games, motivation, and learning.

It includes chapters on design methodology, narrative, accessibility, playtesting, and more. This book will be of great interest to students of game design and serious game design courses.

It will also appeal to designers, educators, and hobbyists interested in designing and developing their own tabletop games, educational or otherwise.

Information

Other Formats

Save 6%

£44.99

£42.25

Only a few left - usually despatched within 24 hours
Add to Basket
Sign in to add to wishlist
 
Free Home Delivery

on all orders

 
Pick up orders

from local bookshops

Information