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November 29, 2018

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September 17, 2018
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Here’s How Puzzle-Solving Works in Your Brain

From the initial dilemma to the satisfying “eureka moment,” puzzle-solving is a complex process in the human brain. In addition to being fun, puzzle-solving is also beneficial, increasing your brain’s efficiency and memory capacity. Here is a breakdown of what happens in your brain when solving puzzles, why finally finding the solution is so satisfying, and the benefits it provides to our minds and bodies. Your Brain on Puzzles Human brains are made of two separate hemispheres, known as the right brain and left brain. They work together beautifully, but each half performs its own specific functions: the right side […]
November 19, 2017

Linear Vs. Multi-path

Recently I’ve had some conversations with customers regarding their favorite game design styles. Specifically, we were comparing a more linear game play style where one clue leads to the next and so on, vs. a multi path game where the linearity is broken up by multiple steps that ultimately lead to the grand finale. Both styles in my opinion can be fun, but watching customers play over these past few years has made me favor a multi path design over a linear one.    The pros of a linear game are: It’s sometimes easier to make connections and recognize the […]