Practical Game Design: A modern and comprehensive guide to video game design

This book is a comprehensive guide to game design, covering key concepts, processes, and techniques. It is designed for students and professionals looking to expand their skill set and learn from experienced game designers. The second edition includes updated information on game design trends, such as games as a service, and provides real-world examples from contemporary games.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 446 pages
Publication date: 18 August 2023
Publisher: Packt Publishing Limited

Are you ready to embark on a thrilling journey into the world of game design? Look no further! This comprehensive guide is designed to equip you with the practical skills and cutting-edge insights necessary to create captivating games across a variety of genres and platforms. Whether you're a seasoned game designer or just starting out, this book will be your invaluable companion on the path to success.


Key Features:

• Master the skills, processes, and techniques essential for working in a professional setting.


• Grasp the core principles and processes of level design, world building, and storytelling.


• Design, implement, and refine high-quality features and mechanics for contemporary video games.


• Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook, providing you with even more valuable resources.

Book Description:

If you're in search of a cutting-edge, actionable guide to game design, your quest ends here! Immerse yourself in the fundamentals of game design with expert guidance from veterans with decades of game design experience across a variety of genres and platforms.


The second edition of this book remains dedicated to its original goal of helping you master the fundamentals of game design in a practical manner, with the addition of some of the latest trends in game design and a whole lot of fresh, real-world examples from games of the current generation. This update brings a new chapter on games as a service, explaining the evolving role of the game designer and diving deeper into the design of games that are meant to be played forever. From conceptualizing a game idea to devising a design plan and adapting solutions from existing games, exploring the craft of producing original game mechanics, and eliminating anticipated design risks through testing, you'll gradually build your skills and knowledge.


You'll then be introduced to level design, interactive storytelling, user experience, and accessibility. By the end of this game design book, you'll have learned how to wrap up a game ahead of its release date, work through the challenges of designing free-to-play games, and create immersive experiences that will keep players engaged for hours on end.


So, what are you waiting for? Unleash your creativity and embark on the adventure of game design with the help of this comprehensive guide. Get your copy today and start creating games that will leave a lasting impact on the gaming world!

Weight: 830g
Dimension: 315 x 267 x 27 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781803245157
Edition number: 2 Revised edition