Board Game Design

Objectives of Game Board Design

Be able to effectively apply a visual design theme to a game product
Understand and utilize the concept of game mechanics to a game that is interesting to play and works with the theme of the game.
Design and produce multiple types of objects around a common theme (appropriate to the demographic of the user) through the design and development process.
Demonstrate PROFESSIONALISM in working with a team for feedback, Problem Solving, Productivity, Attendance, and Respect.

In Teams, play at least three games.

Use the Team Game Research form to answer the questions for each game. After you have played the game, analyse how well the instructions were presented

Teams:

The Average Teenagers: Phineas, Paula, Damian

The Land Sharks: Liliana, Riley, Ash, Jonathan

Lily: Sal, Josie

WIKKED: Katie, Koby, William

Triple Hex: Addison, Adam, Layne

The Codfathers: Sarah, Aria, Jayden, Noy

Industrial Isopod: Jack, Colin, Jay

Dreamscaperers: Jordan, Brody, Brennan

Apocalypse Moon: Alex - Single player game

Creative Director

focuses on Theme: the WHY!

Read this post starting at the 3rd paragraph.

Your job will be to lead and keep the game consistent in its visual look and true to the theme. You will coordinate with your team to reinforce the theme in designing/developing all parts, instructions, and packaging.

Game Master

focuses on Mechanics: the HOW!

Read post and start at "Put simply..."

Your job is to push the mechanics of the game to make playing it more interesting! It is also important that the mechanics of the game fit the theme. You will also be responsible for writing the manual and instructions.

Product Developer

focuses on making the physical product

After reading the post, research what types of objects can be developed in our studio and Makerspace. Your job is to lead your team with the development of at least three types of objects in your game that include a 3D modeled piece (game character pieces, turn taking pieces, scoring markers, etc) and a board. You will also lead the design and development of the box or container for selling your game.

Process and Expectations

Play a lot of games, notice how the mechanics support the progress of play and the theme of the game. TAKE NOTES of those that work effectively in your sketchbook and in Research so they might be an option for your game.
Make plans as to what you need to work on each day.
Meet at the beginning of every class to tell make plans for the day! Meet with your team for process feedback and critique as necessary and when Harper indicates.
Use your Illustrated Map as a starting point for the theme. Expand on it as necessary.
Due to limited time remaining in the school year, you will be working on your own game with the help of your team's support. Your goal is to have the board, playing pieces, gameplay, and mechanics designed as a "proposal."
Extra Credit if you can actually play the game.