Jordan SamsoninPrototyprAccessibility in Gaming: Everyone Gets a TurnAccessibility is extremely important for UX. Without it, we can isolate and alienate certain users from a form of media. Whether it be…Dec 10, 2019Dec 10, 2019
Jordan SamsonUX Versus RNG: Solutions to the GrindI love a good grind when it comes to video games. I love it so much that a long grind tends to be a huge plus for me when I develop my own…Nov 28, 2019Nov 28, 2019
Jordan SamsonHollow Knight: Why Character Movement MattersIndie games have become a staple in the video game community. Indie games are developed by small teams and sell at a much lower price…Nov 19, 2019Nov 19, 2019
Jordan SamsonFatal Frame II: UX Through World Building and ImmersionHorror has always been an interesting topic for me, as I love it and avoid it; however, I do have my preferences when it comes to the type…Nov 13, 2019Nov 13, 2019
Jordan SamsonShadow of the Colossus: Show, Don’t Tell!Often times, we play video games for the same reasons that we watch a movie or read a book. We want to enjoy a good story, and we also…Oct 30, 2019Oct 30, 2019
Jordan SamsonParty Games: Thoughtful UX Through Intentionally Frustrating MechanicsNintendo is a massive, beloved company when it comes to games. There are very few companies that can bring out my inner child. Not many…Oct 23, 2019Oct 23, 2019
Jordan SamsonDark Souls: UX Through Weapon ImpactIn my previous post, I talked about Monster Hunter’s monster designs and how it shapes our expectations. There are a lot of keys that go…Oct 23, 2019Oct 23, 2019
Jordan SamsonClashing Audiences: The Casual and The Competetive PlayersIn the last decade, one of the most pivotal movements in gaming is electronic sports, or in its shortened form esports. I got into esports…Oct 19, 2019Oct 19, 2019
Jordan SamsonMobile Games: Accelerators Behind PaywallsWhen I think of videogames, I think of a classic console; however, times have changed when it comes to how we enjoy gaming as a form of…Oct 16, 2019Oct 16, 2019
Jordan SamsonPersona 5: Menus with Personality and ReadabilityIn my previous post, I mentioned that I love RPG’s. Two of my favorite RPG franchises are Monster Hunter and the Persona series. The…Oct 8, 2019Oct 8, 2019