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CRC Press Game Balance - Game Design and Player Theory Book

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Master the art of game design with Game Balance by CRC Press. This book explores the complex process of making games fair for players while maintaining an ideal level of difficulty. By balancing excitement with challenge, designers can prevent games from becoming predictable. This guide provides a dynamic look into player theory through a combination of mathematics, psychology, economics, and game theory. Readers will gain practical insights into how these fields work together to create engaging experiences. The text also includes relevant topics on using spreadsheet programs to assist in the design process, making it a valuable resource for those studying game mechanics and player behavior.

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This CRC Press book explores game balance as a method to make games fair yet challenging for players.

Learn how to use mathematics, psychology, economics, and game theory to improve your game design.

Gain a dynamic perspective on player theory and the mechanics of game design.

Access practical guidance on using spreadsheet programs for game design tasks throughout the book.

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Amazon UK
Release Date
17 August 2021
Listed Since
26 January 2021

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