Scott Kim: The art of puzzles

The speaker, a puzzle designer, shares his journey from creating his first puzzle to developing interactive and innovative puzzles for various platforms. He defines puzzles as problems that are fun to solve and discusses their artistic and perceptual impact. The talk covers the evolution of puzzles in computer games, the creation of ambigrams, and the development of educational puzzles. The speaker also highlights trends in the gaming industry, focusing on smart games for social media that promote a healthy lifestyle.

What was the speaker's first puzzle-related task in sixth grade?

• Inventing a new board game

• Cutting out letters from construction paper

• Designing a crossword puzzle

• Creating a jigsaw puzzle

How does the speaker define a puzzle?

• A toy with no specific goal

• A competitive game

• A fun problem with a right answer

• A problem with no solution

What is a figure-ground illusion?

• A game with multiple players

• A type of crossword puzzle

• An image with two interpretations

• A puzzle with no solution

What is an ambigram?

• A type of jigsaw puzzle

• A word that looks the same upside-down

• A puzzle that changes color

• A game with no rules

What is the main goal in the game 'Rush Hour'?

• To collect all the pieces

• To move the red car out of the parking lot

• To solve a crossword puzzle

• To create a new ambigram

What new piece was introduced in 'Railroad Rush Hour'?

• A triangular piece

• A circular piece

• A square piece that moves both horizontally and vertically

• A piece that changes color

What trend is changing the demographic of computer game players?

• Games becoming more violent

• Games targeting younger audiences

• Games focusing on competitive play

• Casual games attracting older female players

What is the purpose of games like 'Brain Age'?

• To teach new languages

• To promote competitive gaming

• To enhance mental health

• To improve physical fitness

What is the main feature of the game 'Photo Grab'?

• It is a multiplayer shooting game

• It involves solving crossword puzzles

• It allows players to interact with images

• It is a traditional board game

What is a significant trend in the gaming industry according to the speaker?

• Games are becoming more isolated

• Games are integrating with social media

• Games are focusing solely on graphics

• Games are moving away from educational content