Inspiration for the Interactive Generation

Inspiration for the Interactive Generation
Author: Mat Dickie
Publisher:
Total Pages: 240
Release: 2009-11
Genre:
ISBN: 9780956160904

Gaming's most outspoken character finally speaks out about himself! For almost a decade, Mat Dickie electrified the games industry with his prolific output. He used unconventional methods to create unconventional games, and redefined what could be achieved by one man. Audiences responded accordingly and ensured his underground rumblings would resonate around the world. For the first time ever, the true story behind that fascinating period is documented in this comprehensive book. In his own words, Mat takes us on an emotional journey from the childhood dream to the adult that lived it out. Along the way, we learn about the life experiences that shaped his character and fuelled his resolve - and we get the final word on why it had to come to an end. You've played the games behind the life. Now get acquainted with the life behind the games...

Inspired to Inspire: Holistic Inspirational Interpretation

Inspired to Inspire: Holistic Inspirational Interpretation
Author: Jacquie Gilson
Publisher:
Total Pages: 301
Release: 2020-12-31
Genre:
ISBN:

Ready to take your work in interpretation or guiding to the next level? Over the last 100 years, the way we approach interpretation has matured and changed, with an increasing emphasis on being holistic. Inspired to Inspire explores the many benefits that a holistic approach to interpretation may bring to visitors, interpreters and organizations. It presents inspiration as an engaging, fun and rewarding holistic approach to interpretation. Chock full of thoughts from interpretive guides and practical examples, including ideas for participatory and dialogic interpretation, we hope this book will become your go to guide to help you stay inspired to inspire!

Understanding Kids, Play, and Interactive Design

Understanding Kids, Play, and Interactive Design
Author: Mark Schlichting
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 411
Release: 2019-09-12
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 0429667558

This book is a way of sharing insights empirically gathered, over decades of interactive media development, by the author and other children’s designers. Included is as much emerging theory as possible in order to provide background for practical and technical aspects of design while still keeping the information accessible. The author's intent for this book is not to create an academic treatise but to furnish an insightful and practical manual for the next generation of children’s interactive media and game designers. Key Features Provides practical detailing of how children's developmental needs and capabilities translate to specific design elements of a piece of media Serves as an invaluable reference for anyone who is designing interactive games for children (or adults) Detailed discussions of how children learn and how they play Provides lots of examples and design tips on how to design content that will be appealing and effective for various age ranges Accessible approach, based on years of successful creative business experience, covers basics across the gamut from developmental needs and learning theories to formats, colors, and sounds

The Inspiring Wisdom of Viktor E. Frankl

The Inspiring Wisdom of Viktor E. Frankl
Author: Pam Roy
Publisher: Vfia Publishing
Total Pages: 106
Release: 2020-07-08
Genre:
ISBN: 9781734886207

This timely book brings the inspiring wisdom of Viktor Frankl to modern audiences.

Theory of Fun for Game Design

Theory of Fun for Game Design
Author: Raph Koster
Publisher: "O'Reilly Media, Inc."
Total Pages: 259
Release: 2005
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1932111972

Discusses the essential elements in creating a successful game, how playing games and learning are connected, and what makes a game boring or fun.

Inspiration Everywhere: Tips for Finding Motivation in Your Daily Life

Inspiration Everywhere: Tips for Finding Motivation in Your Daily Life
Author: Shu Chen Hou
Publisher: KOKOSHUNGSAN®
Total Pages: 58
Release:
Genre: Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN:

Are you feeling stuck in a rut? Do you find yourself lacking motivation and inspiration in your daily life? If so, you're not alone. Many of us struggle to find motivation and inspiration on a daily basis, but the good news is that inspiration is all around us if we know where to look. Introducing "Inspiration Everywhere: Tips for Finding Motivation in Your Daily Life". This comprehensive guide is packed full of practical tips and strategies to help you find inspiration and motivation in your daily life. Whether you're looking to improve your productivity at work, kickstart your fitness routine, or simply find more joy and fulfillment in your everyday life, this guide has something for everyone. With "Inspiration Everywhere: Tips for Finding Motivation in Your Daily Life", you'll be equipped with the tools and strategies you need to live your best life. Say goodbye to boredom, procrastination, and lack of motivation and hello to a life filled with purpose, inspiration, and joy. Don't wait any longer to start living the life you deserve. Get your copy of "Inspiration Everywhere: Tips for Finding Motivation in Your Daily Life" today and start living your best life!

Business Model Generation

Business Model Generation
Author: Alexander Osterwalder
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 295
Release: 2013-02-01
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1118656407

Business Model Generation is a handbook for visionaries, game changers, and challengers striving to defy outmoded business models and design tomorrow's enterprises. If your organization needs to adapt to harsh new realities, but you don't yet have a strategy that will get you out in front of your competitors, you need Business Model Generation. Co-created by 470 "Business Model Canvas" practitioners from 45 countries, the book features a beautiful, highly visual, 4-color design that takes powerful strategic ideas and tools, and makes them easy to implement in your organization. It explains the most common Business Model patterns, based on concepts from leading business thinkers, and helps you reinterpret them for your own context. You will learn how to systematically understand, design, and implement a game-changing business model--or analyze and renovate an old one. Along the way, you'll understand at a much deeper level your customers, distribution channels, partners, revenue streams, costs, and your core value proposition. Business Model Generation features practical innovation techniques used today by leading consultants and companies worldwide, including 3M, Ericsson, Capgemini, Deloitte, and others. Designed for doers, it is for those ready to abandon outmoded thinking and embrace new models of value creation: for executives, consultants, entrepreneurs, and leaders of all organizations. If you're ready to change the rules, you belong to "the business model generation!"

Andrew Rollings and Ernest Adams on Game Design

Andrew Rollings and Ernest Adams on Game Design
Author: Andrew Rollings
Publisher: New Riders
Total Pages: 652
Release: 2003
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 9781592730018

How often have you heard "anyone can design a game?" While it seems like an easy job, game ideas are cheap and plentiful. Advancing those ideas into games that people want to play is one of the hardest, and most under-appreciated, tasks in the game development cycle. Andrew Rollings and Ernest Adams on Game Design introduces both students and experienced developers to the craft of designing computer and video games for the retail market. The first half of the book is a detailed analysis of the key game design elements: examining game concepts and worlds, storytelling, character and user interface design, core mechanics and balance. The second half discusses each of the major game genres (action, adventure, role-playing, strategy, puzzle, and so on) and identifies the design patterns and unique creative challenges that characterize them. Filled with examples and worksheets, this book takes an accessible, practical approach to creating fun, innovative, and highly playable games.

Sportuality

Sportuality
Author: Mat Dickie
Publisher:
Total Pages: 218
Release: 2009-09-29
Genre:
ISBN: 9781449513306

Former game designer, Mat Dickie, turns his attention to games of a different kind in this light-hearted exploration of man's favourite pastime! In his new role as a religious educator, he draws out the spiritual significance of sport and gives us a parable fit for the 21st century. From the nature of existence and the meaning of life to the benefits of meditation and the key to success, no stone is left unturned in this extraordinary interpretation of the world's major faiths. Sportuality will turn your passion for sport into passion for a life well lived.