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Analysis of level design 'push & pull' within 21 games

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FDG '10: Proceedings of the Fifth International Conference on the Foundations of Digital Games

Pages 139 - 146

https://doi.org/10.1145/1822348.1822367

Published: 19 June 2010 Publication History

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This paper investigates the differences between 3D level designs in 21 popular games. We have developed a framework to analyze 3D level designs based on patterns extracted from level designers and game play sessions. We then use these patterns to analyze several game play sessions. Results of this analysis reveal methods by which designers push and pull players through levels. We discuss an analysis of these patterns in terms of three level affordance configurations, combat, environmental resistance, and mixed goals in 21 different games using one walkthrough play session per game. By looking at the variety of games, we can further explore the level similarities and differences between games.

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Analysis of level design 'push & pull' within 21 games
1. Software and its engineering
  1. Software notations and tools
    1. General programming languages
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FDG '10: Proceedings of the Fifth International Conference on the Foundations of Digital Games

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DOI:10.1145/1822348

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