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Accessibility in Games — University XP This article will address how accessibility affects the player experience. We’ll dive deeply into why accessibility challenges make them the “wrong” kind of difficulty for players. This article will address accessibility as design considerations for the widest and most diverse audience. We’ll first cover designing with accessibility in mind from the start and then cover types of accessibility...

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The Definition for “Games-Based Learning” universityxp.com/pod... #games #gamesbasedlearning #gamedesign #gaming #gamedevelopment #board games #gamification #gbl #games4ed #gamificationoflearning #edgames

What is Games-Based Learning? — University XP This article covers why we should use games for learning as well as includes a definition of games-based learning. Games-based learning often gets confused with gamification; so this article will discuss the differences between the two. Lastly, the article will cover how skills are developed through games-based learning as well as how to use games-based learning in your own practice.

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Accessibility in GamesOn today’s episode we’ll cover “Accessibility in Games.” Accessibility is a concept that is often talked about in game design. Specific... Accessibility in Games

Making Games More Accessible youtu.be/sg6a1VXSFnQ...

The Ideal Board Game Player Part 1On today’s episode, we’ll answer the question “What makes the Ideal Board Game Player?” What makes the “ideal” board games ... The Ideal Board Game Player Part 1

The Ideal Board Game Player: Traits for Success at the Table youtu.be/HsIZ0iFU74A...

Fearful Fun universityxp.com/pod... #gamesbasedlearning #gamedesign #gaming #gamedevelopment #gamification #gbl #games4ed #gamificationoflearning #edgames

The Player Experience — University XP The player experience is something that we all shoot for in game design. That’s because the player experience is what the player goes through when they play the game. That experience can be as simple as gamified mechanics in gamification; a games-based learning class; a simulation; or a serious game. The player experience dictates how our creation, our game, is received by our users.

The Player Experience universityxp.com/blo...

Liminality, Transition, and GamesOn today’s episode, we’ll discuss the concepts of Liminality, Transition, and Games. The term “liminal space” may not be fam... Liminality, Transition, and Games

Between Turns: The Hidden Power of Liminality in Tabletop Games youtu.be/6vHkS61ap7Q... #games #gamesbasedlearning #gamedesign #gaming #gamedevelopment #boardgames #gamification #gbl #games4ed #gamificationoflearning #edgames

Game MechanicsOn today’s episode we’ll cover “Game Mechanics.” One of the first things that designers attempt to do with a new game is outline its mechanics.... Game Mechanics

Game Mechanics Applied for Games-Based Learning youtu.be/pg6LrNKaa2s... #games #gamesbasedlearning #gamedesign #gaming #gamedevelopment #board games #gamification #gbl #games4ed #gamificationoflearning #edgames

Feedback LoopsOn today’s episode we’ll cover feedback loops in games. Feedback is an important part of the learning process. Feedback is also really importan... Feedback Loops

Games-Based Learning Focused on Feedback Loops youtu.be/OyxOCR09PyU... #games #gamesbasedlearning #gamedesign #gaming #gamedevelopment #gamification #gbl #games4ed #gamificationoflearning #edgames

What is the Game State? — University XP This article will define what we mean by “game state” from multiple different perspectives. It will discuss different characteristics and types of game states and the roles that they play for commercial and applied games. Game states often are tightly related to the game rules and mechanics. These two aspects will be discussed in depth in addition to other “tangible” elements of games...

Mastering the Game State: Insights for Serious Game Developers and Educators universityxp.com/blo...

The Player ExperienceOn today’s episode we’ll cover The Player Experience. The player experience is something that we all shoot for in game design. That’s be... The Player Experience

How do you design games for the Player Experience? youtu.be/Fbxn0YEQ2o8...

How does “Sandbagging” affect the player experience? universityxp.com/pod... #gamesbasedlearning #gamedesign #gaming #gamedevelopment #gamification #gbl #games4ed #gamificationoflearning #edgames

How do players create meaning in games? — University XP This article will explore some larger concepts such as “What is meaning?” More specifically, the article will attempt to define what meaning making is as well as how it is connected to meaningful play. Developing an understanding about how making occurs is important to addressing how meaning making and learning are connected. Only then can meaning making through games and game play be further...

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What is Grokking? — University XP This article will review the origins of the word “grok” as well as its definitions and what it means. Grokking has been closely attributed to game play and game design; however there are connections to “grokking a game” and mastery learning. This connection will be reviewed in greater depth as well as how curriculum design, student experience, and instructor interaction influences mastery...

Grokking Games as Mastery Learning universityxp.com/blo... #games #gamesbasedlearning #gamedesign #gaming #gamedevelopment #gamification #gbl #games4ed #gamificationoflearning #edgames

What is Gamification?On today’s episode we’ll answer the question: “What is Gamification?”Gamification is a buzz word that has made it around the world sever... What is Gamification?

Gamification: game like elements in non-game settings youtu.be/ABGSqahJDCY... #games #gamesbasedlearning #gamedesign #gaming #gamedevelopment #board games #gamification #gbl #games4ed #gamificationoflearning #edgames

On using games for learning — University XP Games are currently being used for learning and education. Some of the most common practices are gamification, serious games, and games-based learning. Though that is not what many people see in practice.

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AP Table Talk: Mega Topic: Hidden InformationIn this episode of AP Table Talk, the hosts Brian and Dave Eng explore the “mega topic” of hidden information in... AP Table Talk: Mega Topic: Hidden Information

Secrets, Traitors, and Fog of War: Diving into Hidden Information Games youtu.be/jnrMisqedDY... #games #gamesbasedlearning #gamedesign #gaming #gamedevelopment #boardgames #gamification #gbl #games4ed #gamificationoflearning #edgames

Experiential Learning: GAME ON! — University XP This post will go into greater depth as to HOW learning in a games-based learning environment happens.  It all starts with constructivism.

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Pick-Up and Deliver: Games That Take You on a Journey universityxp.com/pod...

Games-Based Learning Virtual Conference 2026 Games-Based Learning Virtual Conference 2026

🛠️ Build something that matters. Present your #GameDesign, #EdTech, or #Gamification work at GBLVC 2026, June 5–7. The Games-Based Learning Virtual Conference is your space to share tools, ideas & change. Submit by Dec 7 👉 gblconference.com
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Core Loops — University XP This article outlines what a core loop is as well as provides direction in its design. Examples of core loops are provided as well as some fatal mistakes to avoid in the design process.

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Player Grind in Games universityxp.com/pod... #games #gamesbasedlearning #gamedesign #gaming #gamedevelopment #gamification #gbl #games4ed #gamificationoflearning #edgames

Games-Based Learning Virtual Conference 2026 Games-Based Learning Virtual Conference 2026

🎮 GBLVC 2026 is calling! Got ideas in #GameDesign, #EdTech, or #Gamification? Present June 5–7 at the Games-Based Learning Virtual Conference. Share work, spark change, and connect with global educators. Submit by Dec 7 👉 gblconference.com
#SeriousGames #Games4Learning

Simulations vs GamesOn today’s episode we’ll cover simulations vs games. Games and simulations are two things that seem talked about in the same circles. Som... Simulations vs Games

How are simulations different from games? youtu.be/eTI8Urvhics... #games #gamesbasedlearning #gamedesign #gaming #gamedevelopment #gamification #gbl #games4ed #gamificationoflearning #edgames

Designing learning games with players in mind — University XP This article will address how to design games with players in mind. There are multiple things to take into consideration when designing games. They include player diversity; learning styles; and player motivations.

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Games-Based Learning Virtual Conference 2026 Games-Based Learning Virtual Conference 2026

📚 GBLVC 2026 is accepting proposals! If you’re working in #GameDesign, #EdTech, or #Gamification, share your ideas June 5–7 at the Games-Based Learning Virtual Conference. Diverse voices welcome. Submit by Dec 7 👉 gblconference.com
#SeriousGames #Games4Learning

What is Strategy in Gameplay?On today’s episode we’ll answer the question “What is Strategy in Gameplay?” In-depth strategy is one of the hallmarks of intens... What is Strategy in Gameplay?

From Play to Proficiency: Leveraging Strategy Games for Learning youtu.be/cHuzsS8Az18... #games #gamesbasedlearning #gamedesign #gaming #gamedevelopment #boardgames #gamification #gbl #games4ed #gamificationoflearning #edgames

Can you use games to build soft skills? universityxp.com/pod...