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level design blog

Learn more about Level Design, discover the frameworks I use in my work,

and pick up some tips and tricks!

Let there be contrast

Contrast is at the core of every art form.

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From a visual contrast in a painting, to a plot twist in a novel,

to a musical cadence — contrast is the key to conveying emotions...

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Let's explore this powerful concept and see how it is used in

Level Design!

10 minutes read

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Teach / Feel / tell
framework

The Teach / Feel / Tell framework is a powerful tool for creating or analyzing levels.

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It starts with 3 magic questions:

  • What is the level teaching the player?

  • Which emotions is the level conveying to the player?

  • What is the level telling the player?

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Shaping
meanings

Shapes not only define the playable space, they also carry meanings and can convey emotions.

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Let's look at the most basic shapes and see what they can communicate to players.

8 minutes read

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Level Design
Toolbox

There are many techniques that can be very useful for a Level Designer.

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From methods for the conception phase to tricks that help guide the player, let's explore a collection of Level Design techniques!

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