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Can rewards demotivate players?
A story about how I’ve stopped being a god of war and become a rat in the maze.
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Adam Mirkowski
Could the game development be a good story to tell?
Being a game developer is my dream job, so talking about my job is usually a pleasure. There is one exception though – it’s the moment I need to talk…
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Adam Mirkowski
Don’t make the game for yourself!
If you don't believe me, listen to Sid Meier - he was on more covers of fantastic games than all other game designers combined.
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Adam Mirkowski

March 2024

How we play and why it matters
How much does the input method affect the game design and how can the controller affect the players themselves? And why blinking might be a good way of…
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Adam Mirkowski
Zen, supermarkets and the art of simulator games
Why are more people interested in playing a game about managing a supermarket than one about leading a team of supervillains? And what does this…
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Adam Mirkowski
Why is a silent protagonist often the best choice for a game?
I used to hate silent protagonists in games. However, I've changed my mind.
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Adam Mirkowski
Creators intentions vs. players' behavior
It's obvious who would win. The question is how to avoid the fight.
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Adam Mirkowski
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