Game design

1. Game design is the process of creating the rules, mechanics, goals, and overall experience of a video game. It involves balancing gameplay elements, designing levels and challenges, creating a compelling story, and ensuring that players are engaged and entertained throughout their gaming experience. Game designers often work closely with artists, programmers, and other professionals to bring their vision to life and create an immersive and enjoyable game for players to enjoy.

What is the term for the process by which a game's mechanics and rules are designed?

A) Game design
B) Storyboarding
C) Software development
D) Animation

2. What does A/B testing involve in game design?

A) Creating art assets for the game
B) Writing dialogue for characters
C) Optimizing game code for performance
D) Testing two versions of a feature/game element to see which performs better

3. What is 'player agency' in game design?

A) The game's rating by players
B) The number of players in a multiplayer game
C) The extent to which players can make meaningful choices in the game
D) The speed at which the game progresses

4. What does the term 'UI' stand for in game design?

A) User Instruction
B) Underlying Integration
C) Unit Interaction
D) User Interface

5. What does 'NPC' stand for in game design?

A) New Playable Content
B) Non-Player Character
C) National Player Competition
D) Next-Gen Platform Collaboration

6. In game design, what are 'cutscenes'?

A) Game-breaking bugs
B) Pre-rendered or in-game cinematic sequences that advance the story
C) Player-controlled camera movements
D) Unlockable game assets

7. What does 'immersion' mean in game design?

A) The act of quitting the game
B) The process of saving game progress
C) The size of the game map
D) The feeling of being deeply engaged and absorbed in the game world

8. What is 'game difficulty' in game design?

A) The frequency of in-game events
B) The amount of in-game currency
C) The number of game modes available
D) The level of challenge presented to players in a game

9. What is 'level design' in game design?

A) Designing physical game components
B) Testing the game's performance
C) Creating the layout, challenges, and objectives of game levels
D) Developing the game's storyline

10. Which game design concept involves giving players the freedom to choose their actions and the outcomes that follow?

A) Player Agency
B) Scripted Events
C) Forced Encounters
D) Linear Progression

11. Which game design concept involves maintaining a consistent and believable game world?

A) Divergence
B) Disruption
C) Immersion
D) Distraction

12. Which term refers to the tactile response players get from engaging with a game?

A) Visual aesthetics
B) Haptic feedback
C) Voice acting
D) User interface

13. What does the acronym 'AI' stand for in game design?

A) Action Interface
B) Artificial Intelligence
C) Adaptive Interaction
D) Advanced Input

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