Computer Games Design Quiz

Which of the following is an essential step when designing a computer game?

• Ignoring the game’s story

• Ensuring the game has appropriate characters and gameplay

• Using the first assets you find

• Only focusing on graphics

When writing a storyline for a game, which of the following is important?

• It should be long and complex

• It must be appropriate for the target audience

• The storyline should be unrelated to the gameplay

• It should include every genre of character possible

What should a game designer consider when choosing characters for a game?

• The characters’ appearances should be exactly the same

• Characters should be designed to fit the storyline and gameplay

• Characters do not need to be interesting or unique

• The number of characters should be unlimited

What does a game design specification typically include?

• Detailed game plot only

• A list of characters, story, gameplay mechanics, and assets

• A random assortment of assets

• Just the budget for the game

When creating a design specification, it is important to:

• Ignore feedback from testers

• Use clear and organized formats for ease of understanding

• Focus only on the technical details, not the story

• Forget about the timeline and budget

Why is an asset list important in game development?

• It helps you remember which files are most important

• It lists all the game’s levels

• It keeps track of all the resources needed to create the game

• It’s not necessary at all

What would be an example of an asset in game development?

• The color scheme for your game’s user interface

• A placeholder for one of the characters

• A line of code that generates enemies

• All of the above

When editing game assets, why is it important to consider file sizes?

• Smaller files make the game run slower

• Large file sizes can cause the game to load more slowly

• File sizes are irrelevant

• Only the graphics need to be small, not the audio

Which of the following file types would be appropriate for a game’s image assets?

• .jpg, .png, .gif

• .exe, .dll

• .mp3, .wav

• .txt, .xml

How can naming conventions help during game development?

• They make it easier to find and organize assets

• They are unnecessary and slow down the process

• They only apply to audio files

• They don’t make a difference in development