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In this episode of The Game Beyond Podcast, Gabe Mac takes a look at Disc Golf. It's history, rulesets, evolution, and how it can be used as therapy.
Discover what serious games are and how they differ from gamification. Learn how ethical, system-driven design uses play to change the world.
Don't let players abandon your game. Analyze the game design friction matrix to identify and eliminate early player churn.
Keep your players in the ultimate flow state. Learn how to balance positive and negative feedback loops to prevent runaway leaders and boring deadlocks.
Stop designing accidental gameplay. Discover why distinguishing between Mechanics, Dynamics, and Aesthetics is vital for balancing interactive systems.
Discover how Self-Determination Theory (SDT) transforms game design. Learn to build autonomy, competence, and relatedness to keep players deeply engaged.