Stefani TaskasinThe StartupWhat makes for good visual game juice?Nothing is more disappointing than landing a shot or a hit in a game, but not getting any visual feedback.Apr 24, 2020Apr 24, 2020
Stefani TaskasWhat makes a good character creator?Many games include character customization, but in my opinion, some just… shouldn’t. They don’t offer enough options, they segment their…Apr 9, 2020Apr 9, 2020
Stefani TaskasHow does camera perspective affect player experience and feelings?Many different types of cameras are used in video games, each affecting how players view the game world in both a literal and figurative…Mar 26, 20201Mar 26, 20201
Stefani TaskasNon-binary characters in games — player option, robot, alien, or mystery?Video games have been slowly improving in terms of representation; it’s more common to see characters that don’t fit the typical “straight…Feb 20, 2020Feb 20, 2020
Stefani TaskasWhich Mechanics Work in Dating Sims? Which Don’t?Most dating sims are just a straightforward visual novel, where you choose between multiple conversation options but not much else. But…Feb 6, 2020Feb 6, 2020
Stefani TaskasHow do we make players feel like their choices in a game matter?Games that emphasize branching storylines or dialogue share a common issue. Players don’t always feel like their decisions matter. They…Jan 23, 2020Jan 23, 2020
