Core Game Loops

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Overview

The core game loop is a fundamental concept in game development that defines the set of actions players will spend most of their time doing in a game. It's crucial for designers and programmers to identify and define the core game loop early in the development process as it helps to focus the team's efforts, prioritize features, and optimize gameplay. The video emphasizes the importance of a well-defined core game loop for the success of a game, as it ensures a clear understanding of the game's mechanics and player engagement.


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Key moments

  1. Introduction

    The speaker introduces the topic of core game loops.

    Expresses regret for not discussing it sooner due to its fundamental nature.

  2. Defining the Core Game Loop

    Defines the core game loop as the most frequent and repeated actions players take in a game.

    Uses examples like side-scrollers and RPGs to illustrate the concept.

    Highlights how different genres and even games within the same genre can have vastly different core game loops.

  3. Importance of Defining the Core Game Loop

    Explains that understanding the core game loop helps determine the typical player experience.

    Emphasizes its importance for game success and how a poorly defined loop can lead to confusion.

    Mentions that demos and vertical slices should effectively showcase the core game loop.

  4. Distinguishing Core Game Loops and Design Pillars

    Differentiates core game loops from design pillars, stating that pillars guide feature implementation while the loop focuses on player actions.

    Explains that core game loop features should strongly align with the design pillars.

  5. Benefits of Defining the Core Game Loop

    Highlights the benefits of defining the core game loop, including team focus, prioritization, optimization, and communication with publishers.

    Advises focusing optimization efforts on core game loop features for a smoother player experience.

  6. Communicating with Publishers

    Emphasizes the importance of defining the core game loop early for communication with publishers.

    Explains how a well-defined loop helps justify design choices and resist unwanted feature additions.

  7. The Impact of Core Game Loop Size

    Notes that larger, more complex core game loops require more development time and resources.

    Encourages keeping the core game loop focused while acknowledging that some games necessitate larger loops.

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