IndustryBroadcast » lostgarden.com http://www.industrybroadcast.com Bringing the Collective Insight of the Gaming Industry to your ears Tue, 12 Oct 2010 12:00:19 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3 2010 ryan@industrybroadcast.com (RyanW) ryan@industrybroadcast.com (RyanW) Video Game Industry 1440 http://industrybroadcast.com/images/ib_logo144x144.jpg IndustryBroadcast http://www.industrybroadcast.com 144 144 http://feeds.feedburner.com/Industrybroadcast Industrybroadcast.com - Bringing the Collective Insight of the Gaming Industry to your Ears Bringing the Collective Insight of the Gaming Industry to your ears Video Game, Video Game Industry, Game developer, Game designer, video game producer, video game manager, game education, video game studio RyanW RyanW ryan@industrybroadcast.com no no Audio Article #017 – What are Game Mechanics http://www.industrybroadcast.com/2010/10/04/audio-article-017-what-are-game-mechanics/ http://www.industrybroadcast.com/2010/10/04/audio-article-017-what-are-game-mechanics/#comments Mon, 04 Oct 2010 22:13:32 +0000 Ryan http://www.industrybroadcast.com/?p=691 We are more than please to present another Article by Daniel Cook that delves into the depth of Game Mechanics and how if we are truly able to understand and quantify them we will finally begin to unlock the true secrets of game design.  With this understanding we can finally begin to unlock, with repeatable success, the true potential of our medium.

Title: ‘What are Game Mechanics’

Written by: Daniel Cook(www.lostgarden.com)

Re-Read aloud by: Ryan Wiancko on October 4th, 2010

]]> http://www.industrybroadcast.com/2010/10/04/audio-article-017-what-are-game-mechanics/feed/ 0 0:00:01 We are more than please to present another Article by Daniel Cook that delves into the depth of Game Mechanics and how if we are truly able to understand and quantify them we will finally begin to unlock the true secrets of game design.  With thi[...] We are more than please to present another Article by Daniel Cook that delves into the depth of Game Mechanics and how if we are truly able to understand and quantify them we will finally begin to unlock the true secrets of game design.  With this understanding we can finally begin to unlock, with repeatable success, the true potential of our medium. Title: ‘What are Game Mechanics’ Written by: Daniel Cook(www.lostgarden.com) Re-Read aloud by: Ryan Wiancko on October 4th, 2010 RyanW no no Audio Article #010: The Chemistry of Game Design http://www.industrybroadcast.com/2010/09/16/audio-article-10-the-chemistry-of-game-design-2/ http://www.industrybroadcast.com/2010/09/16/audio-article-10-the-chemistry-of-game-design-2/#comments Thu, 16 Sep 2010 21:02:58 +0000 Ryan http://www.industrybroadcast.com/?p=651 We end this first series of 5 Daniel Cook articles The Chemistry of Game Design.  This fat articles goes to ask the question ‘Can we apply the same principals that science used to bring humanity out of the dark ages of Alchemy and into the enlightened understanding of Chemistry unto the Gaming industry’ .  The answer of course could help us create truly meaningful and masterfully created psychological experiences through gameplay.  It could also be an understanding that allows your game to be one of the 4% of games that actually makes a profit, so instead of ‘flying blind‘ and hoping your features will make your product enjoyable take a lesson out of Daniel’s book and increase your chances by increasing your knowledge of your craft

Title: ‘The Chemistry of Game Design’

Written by: Daniel Cook ()

Read aloud by: Re-Ryan Wiancko on September 16th 2010

]]> http://www.industrybroadcast.com/2010/09/16/audio-article-10-the-chemistry-of-game-design-2/feed/ 2 0:00:01 We end this first series of 5 Daniel Cook articles The Chemistry of Game Design.  This fat articles goes to ask the question ‘Can we apply the same principals that science used to bring humanity out of the dark ages of Alchemy and into the enl[...] We end this first series of 5 Daniel Cook articles The Chemistry of Game Design.  This fat articles goes to ask the question ‘Can we apply the same principals that science used to bring humanity out of the dark ages of Alchemy and into the enlightened understanding of Chemistry unto the Gaming industry’ .  The answer of course could help us create truly meaningful and masterfully created psychological experiences through gameplay.  It could also be an understanding that allows your game to be one of the 4% of games that actually makes a profit, so instead of ‘flying blind‘ and hoping your features will make your product enjoyable take a lesson out of Daniel’s book and increase your chances by increasing your knowledge of your craft Title: ‘The Chemistry of Game Design’ Written by: Daniel Cook (www.lostgarden.com) Read aloud by: Re-Ryan Wiancko on September 16th 2010 RyanW no no Audio Article #008: What actitivies can be turned into games? http://www.industrybroadcast.com/2010/09/13/audio-article-8-what-actitivies-can-be-turned-into-games/ http://www.industrybroadcast.com/2010/09/13/audio-article-8-what-actitivies-can-be-turned-into-games/#comments Tue, 14 Sep 2010 05:39:34 +0000 Ryan http://www.industrybroadcast.com/?p=641 We are pleased to present the 3rd Article from Daniel Cook titled “What actitivies can be turned into games?. In this article we take a look at the emergence of alternate activies being turned into video games(wii fit for example) and talk about what could possible be in store in this area of game development

Title: ‘What actitivies can be turned into games?’

Written by: Daniel Cook (www.lostgarden.com)

Re-Read aloud by: Ryan Wiancko on September 13th 2010

]]> http://www.industrybroadcast.com/2010/09/13/audio-article-8-what-actitivies-can-be-turned-into-games/feed/ 2 0:00:01 We are pleased to present the 3rd Article from Daniel Cook titled “What actitivies can be turned into games?. In this article we take a look at the emergence of alternate activies being turned into video games(wii fit for example) and talk [...] We are pleased to present the 3rd Article from Daniel Cook titled “What actitivies can be turned into games?. In this article we take a look at the emergence of alternate activies being turned into video games(wii fit for example) and talk about what could possible be in store in this area of game development Title: ‘What actitivies can be turned into games?’ Written by: Daniel Cook (www.lostgarden.com) Re-Read aloud by: Ryan Wiancko on September 13th 2010 RyanW no no Audio Article #007: Building Fun into Software http://www.industrybroadcast.com/2010/09/13/audio-article-7-building-fun-into-software-2/ http://www.industrybroadcast.com/2010/09/13/audio-article-7-building-fun-into-software-2/#comments Mon, 13 Sep 2010 10:10:02 +0000 Ryan http://www.industrybroadcast.com/?p=638 Our Second article from Daniel Cook entitled Building fun into software takes a hard look at what the software world can learn from the game industry about making better software

Title: ‘Building Fun into Software’

Written by: Daniel Cook (www.lostgarden.com)

Re-Read aloud by: Ryan Wiancko on September 13 2010

]]> http://www.industrybroadcast.com/2010/09/13/audio-article-7-building-fun-into-software-2/feed/ 0 0:00:01 Our Second article from Daniel Cook entitled Building fun into software takes a hard look at what the software world can learn from the game industry about making better software Title: ‘Building Fun into Software’ Written by: Daniel[...] Our Second article from Daniel Cook entitled Building fun into software takes a hard look at what the software world can learn from the game industry about making better software Title: ‘Building Fun into Software’ Written by: Daniel Cook (www.lostgarden.com) Re-Read aloud by: Ryan Wiancko on September 13 2010 RyanW no no Audio Article #006: Theme and Game Design http://www.industrybroadcast.com/2010/09/10/audio-article-006-theme-and-game-design/ http://www.industrybroadcast.com/2010/09/10/audio-article-006-theme-and-game-design/#comments Fri, 10 Sep 2010 10:34:07 +0000 Ryan http://www.industrybroadcast.com/?p=633 In our first article from Daniel cook we Explore the use and importance of Theme in Game Design and how it differs from the use of Theme in other medium such as books and film

Title: ‘Theme and Game Design’

Written by: Daniel Cook (www.lostgarden.com)

Re-Read aloud by: Ryan Wiancko on September 10th 2010

]]> http://www.industrybroadcast.com/2010/09/10/audio-article-006-theme-and-game-design/feed/ 0 0:00:01 In our first article from Daniel cook we Explore the use and importance of Theme in Game Design and how it differs from the use of Theme in other medium such as books and film Title: ‘Theme and Game Design’ Written by: Daniel Cook (www.[...] In our first article from Daniel cook we Explore the use and importance of Theme in Game Design and how it differs from the use of Theme in other medium such as books and film Title: ‘Theme and Game Design’ Written by: Daniel Cook (www.lostgarden.com) Re-Read aloud by: Ryan Wiancko on September 10th 2010 RyanW no no Audio Article #154: How to Design online Crack http://www.industrybroadcast.com/2009/10/13/audio-article-154-how-to-design-online-crack/ http://www.industrybroadcast.com/2009/10/13/audio-article-154-how-to-design-online-crack/#comments Tue, 13 Oct 2009 10:52:18 +0000 Ryan http://www.industrybroadcast.com/?p=573 Daniel Cook indulges his evil side in today’s article as he details how game designers, breaking away from the traditional packaged goods model of making disposable games will play a more relevant role in more more of the sales process and how their designs will start reflected the actions of not just good game designers but also good businessmen/women.

Title: “How to design online Crack“ – Original Article

Written by: Daniel Cook(www.lostgarden.com)

Read aloud by: Ryan Wiancko on Oct 13th, 2009

]]> http://www.industrybroadcast.com/2009/10/13/audio-article-154-how-to-design-online-crack/feed/ 0 0:00:01 Daniel Cook indulges his evil side in today’s article as he details how game designers, breaking away from the traditional packaged goods model of making disposable games will play a more relevant role in more more of the sales process and how[...] Daniel Cook indulges his evil side in today’s article as he details how game designers, breaking away from the traditional packaged goods model of making disposable games will play a more relevant role in more more of the sales process and how their designs will start reflected the actions of not just good game designers but also good businessmen/women. Title: “How to design online Crack“ – Original Article Written by: Daniel Cook(www.lostgarden.com) Read aloud by: Ryan Wiancko on Oct 13th, 2009 Business RyanW no no Audio Article #135: Casual Games Manifesto http://www.industrybroadcast.com/2009/07/24/audio-article-135-casual-games-manifesto/ http://www.industrybroadcast.com/2009/07/24/audio-article-135-casual-games-manifesto/#comments Fri, 24 Jul 2009 09:16:16 +0000 Ryan http://www.industrybroadcast.com/?p=502 Lost Garden’s very own Daniel Cook is hitting IB once again with another great piece, diverging away to yet another medium to demonstrate the wide berth of this man’s wisdom and understanding.  Today we look at the dichotomy that exists between casual game developers and their reliance on portals for short-term revenue at the expense of long term loyalty.  More importantly he delves into what the Casual Developer can do to break this short-sighted addiction and create life-long revenue streams from a loyal customer base

Title: “Casual Games Manifesto“ – Original Article

Written by: Daniel Cook(www.lostgarden.com)

Read aloud by: Ryan Wiancko on July 24th, 2009

]]> http://www.industrybroadcast.com/2009/07/24/audio-article-135-casual-games-manifesto/feed/ 0 0:00:01 Lost Garden’s very own Daniel Cook is hitting IB once again with another great piece, diverging away to yet another medium to demonstrate the wide berth of this man’s wisdom and understanding.  Today we look at the dichotomy that exists [...] Lost Garden’s very own Daniel Cook is hitting IB once again with another great piece, diverging away to yet another medium to demonstrate the wide berth of this man’s wisdom and understanding.  Today we look at the dichotomy that exists between casual game developers and their reliance on portals for short-term revenue at the expense of long term loyalty.  More importantly he delves into what the Casual Developer can do to break this short-sighted addiction and create life-long revenue streams from a loyal customer base Title: “Casual Games Manifesto“ – Original Article Written by: Daniel Cook(www.lostgarden.com) Read aloud by: Ryan Wiancko on July 24th, 2009 Business RyanW no no Audio Article #120: A practical definition of innovation http://www.industrybroadcast.com/2009/06/04/audio-article-120-a-practical-definition-of-innovation/ http://www.industrybroadcast.com/2009/06/04/audio-article-120-a-practical-definition-of-innovation/#comments Thu, 04 Jun 2009 09:35:52 +0000 Ryan http://www.industrybroadcast.com/?p=448 Daniel Cook, if you haven’t noticed, is created an overall language which designers and developers alike can use to evaluate, discuss and plan the aspects of our craft that before now seemed to subjective or abstract to quantify in any way.  He carries this trend on today as he breaks down the layers of game design and looks at the consequences of investing in each layer, more importantly what this means for the developer, the designer or the publisher

Title: “A practical definition of innovation“ – Original Article

Written by: Daniel Cook(www.lostgarden.com)

Read aloud by: Ryan Wiancko on June 2nd, 2009

]]> http://www.industrybroadcast.com/2009/06/04/audio-article-120-a-practical-definition-of-innovation/feed/ 0 0:00:01 A game is built like an onion. Each layer of the game polishes an aspect of the previous structure and makes it slightly more appealing. Areas near the inner core give you the most bang for your buck. Areas near the outer edges of the game design ar[...] A game is built like an onion. Each layer of the game polishes an aspect of the previous structure and makes it slightly more appealing. Areas near the inner core give you the most bang for your buck. Areas near the outer edges of the game design are easier to change without unbalancing the system, but don't make as big of an impact. RyanW no no Audio Articles #100: What is your Game Design Style? http://www.industrybroadcast.com/2009/04/20/audio-articles-100-what-is-your-game-design-style/ http://www.industrybroadcast.com/2009/04/20/audio-articles-100-what-is-your-game-design-style/#comments Tue, 21 Apr 2009 04:38:14 +0000 Ryan http://www.industrybroadcast.com/?p=345 Daniel Cook‘s brings us our 100th article today where he talks about the 6 basic design styles from which all games are derived from.  By taking a look and classifying design into these categories a designer is better equipped to prioritize decisions in the future and keep desired elements in the forefront instead of having the game become watered down and less effective.

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Title: “What is your Game Design Style“ – Original Article

Written by: Daniel Cook(www.lostgarden.com)

Read aloud by: Ryan Wiancko on April 20th, 2009

]]> http://www.industrybroadcast.com/2009/04/20/audio-articles-100-what-is-your-game-design-style/feed/ 2 0:00:01 I've noticed that games have distinct styles. These are not visual styles. Nor are they styles associated with prefered process of development. Instead, they are unique styles of game design, how you mix and match mechanics, story, player agency and[...] I've noticed that games have distinct styles. These are not visual styles. Nor are they styles associated with prefered process of development. Instead, they are unique styles of game design, how you mix and match mechanics, story, player agency and feedback. What do you emphasize? What aspects of the the player's experience do you highlight with your design choices? RyanW no no Audio Article #86: Paintbox Games http://www.industrybroadcast.com/2009/03/15/audio-article-86-paintbox-games/ http://www.industrybroadcast.com/2009/03/15/audio-article-86-paintbox-games/#comments Mon, 16 Mar 2009 04:58:29 +0000 Ryan http://www.industrybroadcast.com/2009/03/15/audio-article-86-paintbox-games/ Daniel Cook‘s back again with another thought provoking piece about Paintbox games.  Games he says that not only encourage a player to be creative but actually augment a players ability to be creative by giving him/her the tools and encouragement to easily and confidently be able to express their creativity.  Of course also touching on what it takes to make a paintbox game and why they are so important.

Title: “Paintbox Games“ – Original Article

Written by: Daniel Cook(www.lostgarden.com)

Read aloud by: Ryan Wiancko on March 15th, 2009

]]> http://www.industrybroadcast.com/2009/03/15/audio-article-86-paintbox-games/feed/ 0 0:00:01 First, they can remove the technical limitations by providing an easy to use playground tailored to the skills of an average human being. Learning how to move a stick of graphite in such a manner to render a recognizable human portrait takes years o[...] First, they can remove the technical limitations by providing an easy to use playground tailored to the skills of an average human being. Learning how to move a stick of graphite in such a manner to render a recognizable human portrait takes years of training. Moving some sliders around to change the color of an avatar’s hair is a technical skill that can be learned in seconds. RyanW no no