We all have one: a game feature that drives us nuts. What’s yours?
What “essential” game mechanic do you secretly hate?
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Hot take: some game features should just disappear. What’s yours?
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If you could remove one “standard” feature from all games, what would it be — and why?
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Best examples of quiet emotional storytelling in games?
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As a dev, I’m curious: how do you build emotional impact without going over the top?
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What’s a game that hit you emotionally without trying too hard?
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When Does Inspiration Cross into Copying in Game Development?
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Where do you draw the line between inspiration and imitation in games?
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Would you miss random battles if every fight had story meaning?
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Do RPGs need random encounters to feel complete?
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What’s your take on RPGs with no random encounters?
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Why do you think typing-based games haven’t really taken off?
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Why do you think typing-based games haven’t really taken off?
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What’s the most unique combat mechanic you’ve seen in an indie game?
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What’s the most unique combat mechanic you’ve seen in an indie game?
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Any tips on learning game music composition?
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Are there any games where the core gameplay changes drastically depending on your choices or the ending?
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Which indie soundtrack lives rent-free in your head?
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What’s your favorite indie soundtrack and why?
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Effective Environmental Storytelling Techniques?
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Effective Environmental Storytelling techniques?
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Would a Typing-Based Combat System Be Engaging in a Game?
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What are some unique combat mechanics that stood out to you in narrative-driven games?
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What are some unique combat mechanics that stood out to you in narrative-driven games?
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