Understanding Game Design Elements

Which element of game design involves the player trying to achieve something to win the game?

• Spaces

• Goals

• Characters

• Mechanics

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Which of the following is an example of a game space?

• A treasure map

• A basketball court

• A chessboard

• A racing track

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What question does the goal of a game answer?

• "How do I play this game?"

• "Why am I doing this? What am I trying to achieve?"

• "Who are the characters?"

• "What is the game's setting?"

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What is the primary purpose of having a goal in a game?

• To provide a tutorial

• To give players something to pursue to win

• To create a storyline

• To introduce characters

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Which element of game design is actions/activities the player does and how they interact with their environment?

• Goals

• Spaces

• Mechanics

• Characters

What element of game design includes the objects that exist in the space that are used to play the game.

• Goals

• Spaces

• Rules

• Components

Which element of game design includes the obstacles or tasks the player must overcome to succeed.

• Challenge

• Mechanics

• Spaces

• Goals

What guides the player on how the game should be played

• Space
• Components
• Mechanics
• Rules

The actions in the game like jumping or collecting

• Space
• Components
• Mechanics
• Goals

The look and feel of a game comes from this

• Space
• Components
• Mechanics
• Goals