Mechanically speaking...

Generally speaking, mechanics are….

• Computer languages

• 3D graphics

• The procedures and rules of your game

• Other players

When we talk about mechanics and space we mean…

• Distance between the player and the keyboard

• How players sit together and play games

• Boundaries, the world, maps, layouts, mazes

• The whitespace in the programming document

In terms of mechanics, which of these does not belong?

• Objects like collectibles (ex. Wood, stone in Minecraft)

• Health level

• Physical game controllers

• Game start and/or end screens

What is a sprite sheet?

• Parchment soaked in Sprite

• An image file that contains several smaller graphics arranged in a grid

• Rules for the actions players can accomplish through their avatars

• Scalable vector graphics

Running, jumping, spell casting, attacking, flying, and dying are examples of what kind of mechanic?

• Space

• Objects

• Actions

• Skill

Rules are mechanics that specify (select the statement that does not match)

• The time players have to complete a level

• The amount of damage taken until a loss of life

• The particular emotion players feel when playing the game

• How many players can join a game

Which is not a representation of a skill-based mechanic?

• Game progression based on puzzle solving

• Game progression based on dice rolls

• Game progression based on multiplayer combat

• Game progression based on resource management and/or diplomacy

Which kind of play type best fits with a chance-based game mechanic?

• Agon

• Alea

• Mimicry

• Ilinx

Chance-based mechanics are always obvious to players.

• True

• False

Game dynamics are:

• Patterns of play that emerge from game mechanics

• Patterns of play that emerge from player skill levels