WorksheetsGame & Simulation Foundations - Semester 1 Exam Practice #3
Total questions: 40
Worksheet time: 20mins
Which generation of gaming saw the majority of game consoles switch from cartridge to disc?
6th Gen (PS2, Xbox, Gamecube)
7th Gen (PS3, Xbox 360, Wii)
5th Gen (N64, Gameboy, PS1)
8th Gen (PS4, Xbox One, Wii U)
In the latest battle of the Console Wars, who currently (Gen 8) has the lead?
Nokia
Microsoft
Nintendo
Sony
The world in which the game exists
playtest
rule
space
protoype
Trying your game using actual players
objectives
rules
playtest
prototype
Uses challenges and breaks to establish a rhythm and a tempo in the game
emergent play
pacing
challenge
growth
There should be no time while playing a game that players are ______, regardless of how unlikely it may be
antisocial
incapable of winning
frustrated
winning respect
What type of computer chip architecture is used in the PS3?
Intel
CELL
Pentium
Nanometer
To create a module within a game it is important to plan all the parts of the operation using a(n) _____ or other organizational tool.
graph
flowchart
array
logic statement
A(n) _____ tests a condition and determines an action based on the result
logic statement
action statement
cause and effect
condition statement
A(n) _____ is a change that occurs when a condition is met; it is a reaction to the condition
action
event
loop
collision
A(n) _____ is a computer script that performs the steps needed to solve a problem.
algorithm
logic statement
data structure
flowchart
Logic statement with a condition of two or more objects colliding.
collision statement
structure
cause and effect
collision theory
Idea that when objects collide, the movements, animations, and events must provide an illusion of reality
collision statement
structure
cause and effect
collision theory
How one object behaves in relation to the objects around it
collision statement
Interactivity
Collision
collision theory
What is Integrated Development Environment (IDE)?
A suite of game engines from humble bundle
A collection of development tools including source code editors and compilers
A diverse programming team from every culture
Government mandated security regulations
What country uses the ESRB rating board to rate games?
United States of America
Europe
Japan
China
Condition that occurs when an object touches another object
collision statement
Collision
Flowchart
Actions
Attributes assigned to an object, such as visibility, interactivity, and movement.
properties
steps
objects
triggers
That which is required to successfully complete or win the game is known as the _____________.
User Interface
Victory Condition
Gameplay
Digital Toy
Any device or action that draws attention to your product is a(n)
Target Market
Unique Selling Point
Marketing Tool
Marketing Effort
List three criteria for an activity to be classified as a game.
rules, computer console, game environment
victory condition, computer console, internet
rules, victory condition, game environment
internet, joy sticks, computer
Media that is liked by a small group of people who embrace the message.
experimental media
mainstream media
audio/visual media
obsolete media
Which of the following Game Engines is free until you earn $100K?
Unity
RPGMaker
AppGameKit
Blender
A version with limited features mainly for concept testing
Character Design Document
Alpha
Prototype
Beta
The time designated to find errors and to fix them
Testing and Debugging
Prototype
Game Script Document
Programming
The person (people) in charge of finding bugs and error
Mock Up
Third Person
First Person
Game Tester(s)
The term for the period of time right before when the finished product is due and everyone no longer has a life because they are working long demanding hours and turn into Mountain Dew Drinking Insomniacs
Green Light
Crunch Time
Testing and Debugging
Sourcing
When the project has been approved
Beta
Green Light
End User
Alpha
Set of documents that includes sketches and lists of abilities of the characters
Character Design Documents
Developer documentation
Iteration
Condition Statements
Details the game rules and core mechanics
Game Script Documents
GUI
Gold
Assignment statement
Used to act out game scenes and test the rules and core mechanics
First Person
Mock Up
Crunch Time
Start Time
A computer program that enables a person to communicate with a computer through the use of symbols, visual metaphors, and pointing devices.
GUI
Game Tester(s)
Scanner
Character Design Document
The final customer who plans on keeping the product
Prototype
Alpha
The Keeper
End User
First link in the supply chain
Game Script Dude
Developer
Mock Up
Java Scripter
The test or trial version of the game meant for a large scale audience
Beta
Third Person
Green Light
Charlie Version
The test or trial version of the game meant for finding MAJOR bugs intended for a very small set of users
Testing and Debugging
Alpha
End User
Developer
This release is feature complete with high polish
Beta
Gold
Copper
Silver
Any device or action that draws attention to your product is a(n)
Target Market
Marketing Tool
Unique Selling Point
Digital Toy
The group of potential customers for your game for which you direct your advertising is known as the...
Target Market
Genre
Marketing Tools
Marketing Effort
Anyone willing and able to buy your product is known as the...
Current Customers
Target Market
Potential Customers
Marketing Effort
