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The Importance of Small Changes in Rhythm Dancing Games
What can we learn about game design by comparing Dance Dance Revolution and Pump It Up, two nearly identical rhythm games? Show Me Your Moves I would wager that most people have heard of Dance Dance Revolution, an arcade game where you step on arrows in time to music. It used to be quite popular…
Creepy Crawlers in Animal Crossing
Why might games contain elements that seem diametrically opposed to their core fantasy? A Hairy Situation Recently, I’ve been playing a lot of Animal Crossing: New Horizons. The game provides a welcome escape from real life: during a stressful time when I am quarantined inside my apartment, I can feel free to visit a tropical…
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