The player experience is something that we all shoot for in design. That’s true whether we’re using games-based learning, gamification, serious games, or simulations. That’s because the player experience is what the player goes through when they play the game. These are the main takeaways for students and the memorable moments for players. That experience can be as simple as gamified mechanics in gamification; a games-based learning class; a simulation; or a serious game. The player experience dictates how our creation, our game, is received by our users. This presentation will examine the player experience from a design standpoint. It includes how to address player motivation; the creation of meaningful choices; designing for balance; adhering to usability; determining aesthetics; and emphasizing fun.
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