In this presentation, Benjamin will explain what was the process and main ideas to diversify core gameplay in a collectible cards game, in a match 3 game and do a little live brainstorm about tower defense gameplay. The goal of the presentation is to promote the fact that it is always possible to bring a little “plus” to already established game mechanics. Sometimes a little idea, some funny easter eggs can make the difference to double the fun and enhance the gaming experience.

1. How to diversify Core Gameplays ?

2. How to diversify Core Gameplays ?
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It is more and more difficult to find new or revolutionary gameplays
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You must have the good idea, at the right moment and … a bit of luck !
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It is often possible to enhance or refresh a classical game mechanic
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You need a little idea, a little “plus” that will renew players’ interest
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Easter eggs/hidden game features can have a social/viral dimension

3. COLLECTIBLE CARDS GAMEPLAY
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Collect Pieces to complete a Puzzle
A new Quizz
A mini-game based on observation
A new random mini-game

4. MATCH-THREE GAMEPLAY
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Rotating levels
Shifting lines and columns
Popping obstacles
More to come…

5. TOWER DEFENSE GAMEPLAY
Playable easter “Alien” egg :
Enter the right sequence and Indy will
destroy alien eggs

6. TOWER DEFENSE GAMEPLAY
Popping special enemies for immediate
rewards or achievements

7. CLASSIC BOARD GAMEPLAY
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Invent new goals using classic gameplay
Player’s pieces change with progress

8. YOUR TURN TO WORK !
Any question about a gameplay you would
like to diversify ?
Let’s brainstorm together !