RESEARCH & DESIGN
RESEARCH & DESIGN
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Designing for Grief
Designing for Grief
Purrcel is grounded in research on how people process grief and emotional experiences. Rather than presenting grief as something to “solve,” the game creates space for players to experience and reflect.
Dual Process Model of Bereavement
Dual Process Model of Bereavement
The game is inspired by the idea that healthy grieving involves moving between:
confronting loss
engaging in everyday life
This is reflected in gameplay through emotional moments balanced with exploration and tasks.
Emotional Safety in Game Design
Emotional Safety in Game Design
Key design choices support emotional engagement:
No fail state
Low-stress mechanics
Player-controlled pacing
These elements reduce pressure and allow players to engage at their own comfort level.
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