Marvel's Spider-Man Miles Morales - The Creative Journey
Exclusive behind-the-scenes look at Marvel's Spider-Man Miles Morales, showcasing early prototypes, motion capture, and research for authentic East Harlem and character representation.
Beyond Game Design
Explore how game designers can tackle broader challenges in the industry, expanding their skills and impact beyond traditional design roles.
A Dark Mind - The AI of "The Dark" in BELOW
Explore the AI systems behind "The Dark" in BELOW, a multi-limb tentacle monster, and the unique design challenges faced by Capy Games in bringing this creature to life.
Not-So-Little Light - Bringing Destiny 2 to HDR Displays
Explore the technical approach for implementing HDR display support in Destiny 2, enhancing visual quality and player experience in this in-depth presentation.
Concrete Jungle Gym - Building Traversal in Marvel's Spider-Man
Explore the intricate development of Spider-Man's web-swinging mechanics, offering insights into the creation of fluid and dynamic traversal systems for open-world games.
Animation Bootcamp - Script to Screen - The Development Diary of Marvel's Spider-Man
Explore Insomniac Games' cinematic process for Marvel's Spider-Man, from script to screen, in this detailed walkthrough by Brian Wyser at GDC 2019.
A House Built on Sand - Engineering Stable and Reliable AI
Discover techniques for creating robust AI systems that remain stable despite changing requirements, focusing on engineering practices for game development.
Balancing Nightmares - An AI Approach to Balance Games with Overwhelming Amounts of Data
Explore AI-driven game balancing techniques used by Square Enix for Grimms Notes Repage, addressing challenges in managing vast amounts of data to improve gameplay and player experience.
Creating a Deeper Emotional Connection - The Cinematography of God of War
Explore cinematic techniques used in God of War to create deeper emotional connections, including the innovative no-cut camera design and lessons learned during development.
Wakes, Explosions and Lighting - Interactive Water Simulation in Atlas
Explore advanced water simulation techniques for game development, focusing on wakes, explosions, and lighting effects in interactive environments.
Nature vs. Nurture - Unpacking Player Spending in F2P Games
Explore factors driving player spending in free-to-play games, analyzing both inherent and cultivated behaviors to optimize monetization strategies and enhance player engagement.
The Level Design of God of War
Explore Sony Santa Monica's innovative approach to level design in God of War, featuring six new rules and best practices for transforming concepts into immersive gaming experiences.
Player Interactions Visualized
Explore visual techniques to enhance player engagement through environment and effects, focusing on rewarding interactions in game design.
What They Don't Teach You in Art School - Lessons for First Time Leads
Insights from a first-time lead on God of War: challenges faced and lessons learned in art direction, offering valuable guidance for aspiring game art leaders.
Marvel's Spider-Man - Procedural Lighting Tools
Explore procedural systems for environment probe and light grid placement in open-world game development, as demonstrated in Marvel's Spider-Man's Manhattan setting.
Wind Simulation in God of War
Explore the 3D GPU fluid simulation powering God of War's wind effects. Learn about its implementation and benefits for game development.
Lessons for Narrative Design from Modern Tabletop RPGs
Explore innovative narrative design techniques from indie tabletop RPGs, offering fresh perspectives for storytellers across various media to enhance player engagement and creative storytelling.
When Trainers' Eyes Meet - Creating Real Time Combat for Pokemon GO
Explore the development of Pokemon GO's competitive PvP feature, focusing on real-time combat mechanics and design challenges faced by Niantic's team.
Turing Tantrums - AI Devs Rant - 2019 Edition
Game developers share passionate insights on AI in gaming, covering challenges, innovations, and future directions in this rapid-fire session of expert opinions and critiques.
Vehicle Physics and Tire Dynamics in Just Cause 4
Explore the intricate design of tire dynamics and vehicle physics in Just Cause 4, showcasing how Avalanche Studios balances diverse vehicles and player styles for an immersive gameplay experience.
Plunge into Storytelling - Transitioning into Narrative Design from Other Disciplines
Concrete tips for tailoring applications, portfolios, and interviews for narrative design roles, helping professionals transition from other disciplines into game storytelling.