Game development process

Step 1 - idea generation

I was interested in creating a game that helped players learn about types of energy and energy transfer.

In the initial stage, I brainstormed concepts, rules, and materials for the game.

step 2 - creating and gathering materials

I selected materials that were lightweight and inexpensive. This would reduce the overall cost of the game itself.

I chose materials that were robust and could withstand numerous rounds of play without becoming deformed.

Sustainability was also considered when selecting materials. Some of the materials I selected were reused from previous uses, and other newly purchased materials, such as the coffee filters and straws, are paper and compostable.

I created the playing cards using Canva. I created a front and back to each card and a theme to use throughout the game. I used a sheet of to be printed front and back and cut out to create the playing cards.

I created a game board to help players organize the cards and track their dice rolls.

step 3 - testing out gameplay rules

I had players read out and test the game rules and give feedback. I used the feedback to make the general rules more clear for players to start the game and become comfortable with the flow of the game.

step 4 - revising gameplay rules

I found places where the rules of the game were confusing or there weren't clear steps to take for certain scenarios and I clarified the rules.

I added specific rules for players to sabotage others, adding to the complexity of the game. I also decided to expand on the specific requirements for winning the game, and how the game should proceed if a player is close to successfully completing the challenge, but their attempt fails.

step 5 - finalizing the game

I put together the final set of instructions and the materials for the game. As a final step, I prepared the final version of the game board and the cards.

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