Bart Borawski

There is No Wheel: A Framework for Creating Emotionally Resonant Game Mechanics Group Contributors Abhi, Chandana Ekanayake, Rayla Heide, Steven Lumpkin, William Chyr, Xalavier Nelson Jr Introduction At Polaris 2024, our group set out to build a shared framework for helping desig...

Polaris 2024 design papers are out. My group worked on There is No Wheel: A Framework for Creating Emotionally Resonant Game Mechancis polarisgamedesign.com/2024/there-i...

YouTube video by GameTrailers Forever Skies - Official Co-op Mode Release Date Trailer

I just wan't to share this epic announcment!
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Here’s the 4 best games I’ve played this year (so far):

Here’s the 4 best games I’ve played this year (so far):

YouTube video by Digital Dragons Łukasz Hacura - Buffer is a Lie – How to Plan a Game Production Budget

a great talk from Łukasz Hacura from Anshar Studios, how to plan production budget
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one of the best articles about #multiplayer #leveldesign by Ben Bauer.
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old Gazelle :) there is a chance that this bike is older than me :)

Munger believes that understanding the power of incentives is crucial for predicting behavior, whether in business, politics, or personal life. By analyzing incentives, you can anticipate actions and align rewards with desired outcomes, ensuring that motivations align with goals.

5. Incentives Drive Behavior
“Show me the incentive, and I will show you the outcome.”
People respond to incentives, sometimes in ways that aren’t immediately obvious.

Before committing to any decision, ask yourself, “What am I giving up by choosing this?” This way, you can make choices that offer the greatest value relative to what you’re sacrificing.

4. Opportunity Cost
“The real cost of something is what you give up to get it.”
Every choice involves trade-offs, even when they’re not obvious. Munger uses this concept to make more informed decisions by weighing alternatives.

(the “territory”). By acknowledging this gap, you can remain flexible and question assumptions, adapting your understanding as new information arises.

3. The Map is Not the Territory
“Remember, reality is often more complex than our models of it.”
Mental models are simplifications, but they shouldn’t replace reality. Munger emphasizes that people often confuse their perception of a situation (their “map”) with the actual situation

This model helps you avoid venturing into areas where you lack expertise, which reduces the likelihood of costly mistakes. Recognize your circle and stay within it until you have enough knowledge to expand.

2. Circle of Competence
“Know what you don’t know.”
Munger stresses the importance of understanding your limitations. You don’t need to know everything, but you need to know the boundaries of what you do know well.

“What could make this fail?” or “What would guarantee a terrible outcome?” By understanding the potential pitfalls, you can design solutions that are more likely to succeed. For instance, if investing, ask, “What are the qualities of a bad investment?” and steer clear.

A short tread about Charlie Munger mental models:
1. Inversion
“Avoiding stupidity is easier than seeking brilliance.”
Instead of focusing solely on what you want to achieve, think about what you want to avoid. Munger advocates reversing problems: