What do Prototypes Prototype?

Is my game fun and engaging?
We can test this out by using a combination of numerical and behavioral metrics to determine the level of engagement from the player. My prediction is that my prototype will rank average in terms of engagement.
Does the game of a clear objective?
This assumption can be tested by asking users to give a summary of the game after having the instructions told to them. My prediction is that players will be able to clearly understand the objective of the game.
Do players understand how the controls work?
Although this is a little more difficult to test with just a prototype, we can ask the players to reexplain the instructions and give them scenarios and ask them what kind of action they should perform to counteract the given scenario. My prediction is that players will understand how the controls work.

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