Cognitive Science 0297 - Analog Game Design

In this course, students will play, analyze, and design many non-digital games to deepen their understanding of game design. We will make good use of the Hampshire Game Library! Assignments will be project-based and are intended to provide both crucial practice of skills and useful additions to a portfolio. Student interest will determine the specific games to be studied, but could include D&D miniatures, Magic: the Gathering, Star Wars: Destiny, and a large variety of strategy board and card games, etc. Frequent critiques and playtests will increase students' ability to give and receive thoughtful feedback. To facilitate the substantial game playing and analysis that will be required outside of class hours, there is a reserved lab time from 1 pm - 3:50 pm on Fridays.

Independent Work Lab fee of $40 (or $0 if needed and you contact Ira in advance).Experience with game design, equivalent to at least one course. Students are expected to spend approximately 10 hours weekly on work and preparation outside of class time.