MDA Framework Quiz

Which of the following best describes the MDA Framework?

• A. Mechanics, Distribution, Aesthetics

• B. Marketing, Development, Aims

• C. Mechanics, Dynamics, Aesthetics

• D. Mechanics, Design, Assessment

In the MDA Framework, “Mechanics” refers to:

• A. The emotional responses players feel

• B. The rules and systems that govern gameplay

• C. The way the story is written

• D. How the player interacts with the user interface

“Dynamics” in the MDA Framework describe:

• A. The hidden storyline

• B. The emergent behaviour when players interact with mechanics

• C. Only the artistic style of a game

• D. A marketing approach to game distribution

When documenting a new game concept, which of the following is most important to include first?

• A. A fully rendered artwork for every level

• B. The core mechanics and gameplay loop

• C. A detailed marketing plan

• D. The final soundtrack

Pixel art mock-ups are useful because they:

• Require expensive software to create

• Immediately guarantee high sales

• Allow designers to visualise ideas quickly

• Are only relevant to 3D games

The term “resolution” in pixel art refers to:

• The number of shades of colour allowed

• The type of game engine being used

• The total amount of screen space, measured in pixels

• The speed at which the sprite animates

What is a key benefit of iterative design?

• Ensuring the game never changes once the first prototype is built

• Reducing the need for player feedback

• Quickly testing and refining ideas based on feedback

• Avoiding deadlines and schedules

Which statement is true about documenting game concepts?

• A. They should never be updated once written

• B. They must always include a fully coded prototype

• C. They are living documents that can change during development

• D. They are only useful for marketing purposes

Which of these steps is not part of a typical iterative design cycle?

• A. Prototype

• B. Analyse

• C. Test

• D. Ignore feedback and release

Why might a designer use a greybox approach (often used in 3D), or simple placeholder art (in 2D)?

• A. To show final polished graphics early in development

• B. To speed up testing and refine gameplay before creating final art

• C. To confuse team members and players

• D. To increase the file size of the game