Episode 251: The Shapes of Games: Decision Spaces and Gameplay Arcs

Written By Brendan Hansen

In this episode, Pete and Brendan go back to the basics. How should we characterize a decision space? What shapes the arc of a game?

Timestamps

5:00- types of decision spaces
36:00- game arcs
1:04:30- other terminology

Games Discussed
Keyflower, Decrypto, Viticulture, Wingspan, Vantage, Arcs, Dominion, The Resistance, Root, Codenames, Scout, Pax Pamir, Pax Renaissance, Race for the Galaxy, Spades, El Grande, Chicago Express, Agent Avenue

Brendan Hansen
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