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What a Metroidvania Is

A metroidvania is a type of game set in a large, connected world that you explore and gradually unlock by gaining new...

Hannah ColeOct 9, 20264 min read
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Roguelikes: What They Are

A roguelike is a type of game built around short, self-contained runs that reset when you fail, with levels, items and enemies...

Priya NairOct 8, 20264 min read
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Why Inventory Management Can Be Fun

Managing an inventory, sorting, arranging and deciding what to keep, sounds like the dullest part of any game.

Hannah ColeOct 8, 20264 min read
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Understanding In-Game Economies

Beneath the surface of countless games runs an economy, a careful system of currency earned and spent, of rewards flowing in...

Priya NairOct 8, 20264 min read
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What Makes a Great Game Ending

An ending is where a game leaves its final impression, the last thing players experience and often what they remember most.

Hannah ColeOct 8, 20264 min read