jyfeng19 – The Mechanics of Magic

Final Class Reflection

June 6, 2025

Before this class, I thought about games mainly in terms of systems—rules, code, balance, and mechanics. I loved playing games, and I was already…

[Extra Credit] Sketchnote or Mindmap: Cursed Problems

June 3, 2025

Critical Play: Play Like a Feminist

May 29, 2025

Florence, developed by Mountains, is a short narrative game available on mobile, Android, PC, Mac, and Nintendo Switch. It tells the story of a…

Sketchnote: Onboarding in Plants vs Zombies

May 27, 2025

Critical Play: Games of Chance & Addiction

May 21, 2025

I played Blackjack, which is a card game found in casinos and online gambling platforms that offers a compelling blend of luck and perceived…

Sketchnote: Addiction by Design

May 19, 2025

Critical Play: Worldbuilding

May 14, 2025

The game I played is Hades, which is developed by Supergiant Games. It is a roguelike action RPG available on Nintendo Switch, PC, macOS,…

Sketchnote: Loops & Arcs

May 13, 2025

One game I deeply enjoy is Hades. At its core, Hades is built around tightly designed, repeating interaction loops. The moment-to-moment combat loop is…

Critical Play: Puzzles

May 7, 2025

Storyteller is a creative puzzle game developed by Daniel Benmergui and published by Annapurna Interactive. It is available on multiple platforms, including PC, Mac,…

Individual Team Member Deliverables – Checkpoint 1

May 5, 2025

Emotions to Evoke Dread Tragic Empathy Moral Dilemma Moodboard Playlist Game Directions 1. Interactive Visual Novel Format:2D semi-illustrated visual novel with dialogue portraits and…

Sketchnote: Puzzles in Games, Puzzles as Games

May 5, 2025

Critical Play: Mysteries & Escape Rooms

April 30, 2025

Cube Escape: Paradox is a surreal point-and-click puzzle game developed by Rusty Lake, and is available on platforms like Steam, iOS, and Android. It…

Sketchnote: Designer’s Notebook: The Role of Architecture in Videogames

April 29, 2025

Critical Play: Walking Simulators

April 23, 2025

When people think about video games, they often picture action-packed moments, intense combat, or fast-paced decision making. But walking simulators offer something totally different….