Tag: Marked

• what learning games have you played? can you categorize them by the theory of learning types: behaviorism, constructivism, constructivism or social nature? if you played more than one which was the most effective?
  • I don’t usually feel inclined to play any learning games, but one piece of content that stands out to me is cool math games, it had plenty of games that you could either learn real math from, or social interaction (i.e. papas pizzeria etc.) in all honesty those games taught me to work well in retail and that’s all
• is gamification bullshit, what is ian bogost’s argument and do you agree? where have you encountered it outside of class and what was your experience?
  • yes, I do believe gamification is bullshit, but too a limit, so many “bullshitters” use games as a means to spread their propaganda and profit off of it, usually I encounter new games when watching YouTubers play or I see it on PS Shop, but I tend to not play gamified content that isn’t really worth playing
• What is a serious game and why aren’t they chocolate covered broccoli?
  • A serious game is ment to educate, they aren’t chocolate covered because it isn’t meant to exactly be “fun”

Tester- Alana

Questions to consider during play and answer after play.

1.    What was the most frustrating moment or aspect of what you just played?

Not landing on a card space for many turns

2.    What was your favorite moment or aspect of what you just played?
Getting culture cards

3.    Was there anything you wanted to do that you couldn’t?

We couldn’t skip our turn when there was a group challenge so we implemented that even though it wasn’t in the rules.

4.    If you had a magic wand to wave, and you could change, add, or remove anything from the experience, what would it be?

Add

– who starts first in the rules,

– list of all countries or a list of the countries that start with a certain letter on the back of the group cards

– multiple choice?

– more cards

– penalty for repeated countries?

5.    What should be improved with the next version?

^^^

6.    What was the games message?

Geography education

7.    Describe the game in 3 words.

–       Advanced

–       Educational

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I have recently been playing the game Raft heavily, and at first I believed that it was a story about characters just trying to survive. But if you follow the story line then you can see that you are actually going and saving a whole town from a villain who locked all the people up, and terrorize them. You can personalize your raft so much and it is so much fun when you play it how you’re supposed to. 10/10 I highly recommend this game so much.

I really like this game. I remember watching this on YouTube a couple years ago when I watched markiplier play games. These collaborative games are really fun. This game is really stressful and requires a lot of clear communication. I played it with my friend today and there are a lot of complicated steps to each module. We played up to 2.2 “Double your money” and we got so much better at it throughout each bomb. The module with the two dots and the maze were the hardest for us because it takes a lot of visualization for the person with the manual, trying to guide the person with the bomb through the maze without hitting any lines. I also love that there is nothing repeated. When you fail and try again, nothing is the same as it was before. 10/10 game. Would highly recommend playing with a friend. Definitely worth the 10 dollar purchase.  

Suggestions: Make game start in the middle of the board

1. The most frustrating thing would probably be that when you start the game and you pull a backwards card, you can’t move anywhere
2. My favorite moment would be the interesting conversations that came out of the game!
3. I would love to see a more defined board
4. I really think it would take a while to reach the end of the game, I would like to see maybe a timer for the coversations maybe?
5. Putting the start in the middle
6. To talk about how the world has overconsumption
7. Unique, conversation starter, fun!

Rules:

Each player will start in a different quadrant, signified by the openings on the end of the maze.

Players will roll to see who goes first, highest number goes first, second highest goes second, etc.

Players will roll a single dice to determine how many spaces they move.

If a player rolls a 6, they get to place a wall piece to block off another players path.

If a player lands on a green dot space, you get a card to remove a wall that can be used once.

First person to the end of the maze wins the game, game can continue for 2nd, 3rd, and 4th.

This is my first prototype of Mindful Memorial Services’ card design and art style. I am not sure if I want to keep with the cartoony art style in future editions, but I definitely will be changing it. I’m open to any suggestions!

What questions did your players have? Players asked if there were any ways to interact with other players beyond collecting products, such as trading or sabotaging each other’s progress. Some also wondered what happens if the Product Deck runs out and how the game progresses without available items to purchase.

How quickly did they learn to play? Players picked up the rules quickly. The basic mechanics of rolling dice, collecting products, and spending money were easy to understand. However, the more strategic elements like when to save money or plan purchases took a little more time.

What kinds of interactions did the players have? Players interacted primarily through competition for products, with some mild discussion around which items to buy. However, there weren’t many deep interactions, as the game lacked elements like trading, blocking, or disrupting other players. It felt more like everyone was working independently in their own “house.”

What confused players? Players were a bit confused about the bankruptcy rule, especially if they couldn’t afford products for multiple turns. Some also didn’t fully understand what to do once the store ran out of products, leading to a sense of being stuck.

What made players excited? Players got excited when landing on “Pick up a Product” spaces, revealing what product they’d collect, and when they purchased high-value items that helped boost their house value. Rolling doubles and getting extra turns also added a fun burst of excitement.

What did your players enjoy doing? Players enjoyed collecting products from the board, strategizing when to spend their money on higher-value items, and watching their house grow in value. The anticipation of each dice roll and product draw kept the game engaging.

Did any aspect of the game frustrate players? Yes, players felt frustrated when they were unable to make any purchases due to lack of money or when the store was out of products. The bankruptcy rule was a bit too punishing for some, as it left them waiting without much to do. The feeling of falling behind due to poor dice rolls or lack of money was also frustrating at times.

Player 1:

What was the most frustrating moment or aspect of what you just played? The most frustrating moment would likely be hitting a point where I couldn’t afford any more products, and I had to wait to collect more money.

What was your favorite moment or aspect of what you just played? I really enjoyed the excitement of landing on “Pick up a Product” spaces and seeing what I’d draw. Plus, the strategy of deciding when to spend money and when to save for more valuable items kept the game dynamic.

Was there anything you wanted to do that you couldn’t? I wish there were more options to interact with other players, like trading products or maybe using special abilities to disrupt others. It felt a little like everyone was just working in their own bubble, and adding a bit more competition could make it more fun.

 If you had a magic wand to wave, and you could change, add, or remove anything from the experience, what would it be? I’d add some kind of bonus or event cards that players could draw. Maybe they could get a discount on products, or cause another player to lose money. It would add a bit of unpredictability and excitement.

What should be improved with the next version? The game could use more variety in products and maybe even product effects. Adding more ways to earn or trade money would give players more options.

What was the game’s message? The game’s message seems to be about smart decision-making and balancing risk with reward. You have to plan ahead and manage your resources wisely to build the best “house.”

 Describe the game in 3 words: Fun, strategic, competitive.

Player 2:

What was the most frustrating moment or aspect of what you just played? Getting stuck without enough money to buy any products while others were progressing quickly. It felt like I was falling behind with no way to catch up.

What was your favorite moment or aspect of what you just played? The thrill of landing on a “card” space and getting rewarded with money. It was exciting to see which products I’d collect.

Was there anything you wanted to do that you couldn’t? I wanted to trade products with other players. Adding that feature would allow for more interaction and new strategic possibilities.

 If you had a magic wand to wave, and you could change, add, or remove anything from the experience, what would it be? I’d add random events or challenges during the game, such as market crashes or product recalls, which would force players to adapt their strategies.

What should be improved with the next version? The game could benefit from additional store products with varying effects, like limited-time offers or bonus items that give players advantages beyond just monetary value.

What was the game’s message? The game’s message is about smart investment and long-term planning. Making the right moves early on can set you up for success as you progress.

 Describe the game in 3 words: Strategic, competitive, rewarding.

Player 3:

What was the most frustrating moment or aspect of what you just played? The unpredictability of the dice rolls. Sometimes I landed on a space that wasn’t beneficial, which slowed down my strategy and made me feel out of control.

What was your favorite moment or aspect of what you just played? The moment when I managed to purchase a high-value product and felt like I was finally gaining an edge over the competition. It gave me a sense of achievement.

Was there anything you wanted to do that you couldn’t? I wished I could do something to disrupt other players’ progress, like blocking them from buying certain products or stealing money from them.

 If you had a magic wand to wave, and you could change, add, or remove anything from the experience, what would it be? I’d change the bankruptcy rule to let players earn a small amount of money each turn if they’re unable to make a purchase. This way, no one would be completely out of the game for too long.

What should be improved with the next version? I think the game needs more variety in how players interact, whether it’s through trading, sabotaging others, or forming alliances. Right now, it feels too isolated.

What was the game’s message? It’s about making the best of your situation with limited resources. You can’t always rely on luck, so you have to adapt your strategy to what’s available.

 Describe the game in 3 words: Fun, unpredictable, engaging.

Player 4:

What was the most frustrating moment or aspect of what you just played? When the store ran out of products and the game kept going. It was a bit annoying when there were no more items left to buy, yet the game continued on without much purpose.

What was your favorite moment or aspect of what you just played? Rolling doubles and getting an extra turn! It felt like a bonus, and I could make more progress without anyone else getting a chance to act.

Was there anything you wanted to do that you couldn’t? I wanted a way to take loans or get some temporary boost when I was stuck in a financial rut. A mechanic like that could help prevent being left behind.

 If you had a magic wand to wave, and you could change, add, or remove anything from the experience, what would it be? I’d add a feature where players could upgrade their products or make “bundles” that increase their value, making the house-building aspect more dynamic and fun.

What should be improved with the next version? I’d love to see more engaging player choices outside of just purchasing products, like making strategic decisions related to the product boxes or adding new ways to generate money.

What was the game’s message? The game stresses the importance of both luck and strategy. The mix of random dice rolls with thoughtful purchases creates a balance between chance and planning.

 Describe the game in 3 words: Simple, dynamic, exciting.

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Each player starts off with one settlement or tribe, as well as 4 Action cards according to their side

For Natives, Claiming a land tile turns that land tile into a tribe. The 7th connected land tile makes a Nation (including the one from the beginning of the game)

For Colonizers, Claiming a land tile turns that land tile into a settlement. Once 3 total connected settlements are achieved (that is, including the one from the beginning of the game), future territories now become villages. If 2 of these connected villages are added to the settlements, the next 2 tiles claimed becomes a town, until the last 2 connected tiles gained becomes a City. In total a City is made up of 7 claimed tiles

An Avatar is earned every time 2 tiles are claimed and connected to the rest of that said developing Nation or City

Land Tiles:

Plains tile- 4

Forest tile- 8

Mountain tile- 10

River Tiles:

Water tile- Uncrossable unless an event or Action card permits it

Movement:

• 1 D6 determines how many tiles one can move
• players can go any direction on the board’s linking tiles

Colonizers:

• Colonizers can move on any terrain, however when crossing native land/Native territories, this give a movement penalty of -1
• If a colonial lands on a tribe tile, this is considered “automatic battle attack mode”
• All land tiles are considered Native territory

Natives:

• Cannot cross or enter colonial settlements
• However, if cornered by colonial settlements, attack mode must be initiated (if won, that tile is now Natively claimed)

Claiming Territories:

• When a player lands on a land tile, 2 D6 must be rolled to equate or surpass the land tile’s value and potentially claim that land
• Retaliation can occur from the opposer, if they roll with 2 D6 equal to or higher than both the distance traveled to the defending opponent’s position as well as the value of the land tile (This is the only form of movement that requires 2 D6) 

Battle System:

• Battle Round:
  • Initiate action card if plausible (one card maximum)
  • Aggressor rolls first
  • Battle Resolution 

• Each player will roll 1 D20 in turn
  • Natural 20 wins automatically
  • Natural 1 is an automatic loss

• Higher roll beats opponent

Forms of Battle:

Form A: Attack mode;

• Can be initiated when one is within 1 tile of opponent’s avatar, or occupied claimed tile if side permits
• Loss of attack = loss of an Avatar
• Success of Attack = Claimed opponent’s Territory

Form B: Retaliation Mode;

• If a retaliation roll beats out the defending opponent’s roll, a battle will initiate for that claim
• Each opponent in turn will roll a D20
• Highest roll wins
• If the defender loses, they must return to the nearest settlement/tribe tile as well as lose their claim of that said territory
• If defender wins, they maintain their claim 
• If the aggressor wins, they instead take the claim
• If the aggressor loses, the territory goes unclaimed

Event Cards:

• At the beginning of each round, an event card will be put into play
• At the end of the round, that Event card is discarded

Event Card Examples:

• Disease: Lose 1 Native Avatar. But If player has only 1 single Avatar, then instead they will lose their turn that round
• Famine: Lose 1 Colonzer, but if player has only 1 single colonizer, then instead they will lose their turn that round
• The Great Storm: Movement Penalty (-2 to all players)
• Awoken Spirit: Movement Bonus (+1 to all Native players)
• War: At the beginning of the round, both players are automatically in attack mode. No further land is gained regardless of the outcome.
• Spy Spawn: Colonials gain one Avatar placed in Native territory. It is up to the Natives before the round starts, whether or not they wish to attack

Action Cards:

Colonial Action Deck:

1. Deforestation: Change a forest tile into a Plains tile
2. TNT: Turn mountain tile into Plains tile
3. Horse and Buggy: Movement Bonus (plus 2)

Native Action Deck:

1. The great seed: Change grass tiles into forest tiles
2. Rock Solid: Prohibit colonials from claiming any mountain tiles for the next 2 turns
3. River Spirit: Allows movement across water tiles exponentially that round
4. Get Outta here – Prohibits the colonizer from entering any Native Territory

ALL PREVIOUS RULES ON AVATARS REFER TO THE BASE AVATARS

ONCE A PLAYER GAINS A CITY OR NATION, ONLY THEN CAN THEY BEGIN RECEIVING THE SPECIALTY AVATARS

SPECIALTY AVATARS ARE EARNED JUST LIKE BASE AVATARS, ONLY IN THE SECOND HALF OF THE GAME

Native Specialty Avatars: 

1. Guardian Avatar: Once a Nation is created, a Guardian Avatar is gifted to that said player to protect that Nation. This Avatar can only move throughout the Nation that they spawn in. they cannot leave their Nation, however, if an opponent wishes to attack any connected claimed land a part of that Nation, the guardians protection reaches throughout the whole Nation and results in a best of 3 D20 battle against the aggressor. If the results end in a loss for the Guardian, the aggressor gets to pick which tile within that entire Nation they wish to claim.
2. The Shaman Avatar – Gained anytime after the Guardian Avatar is put into play, this Avatar can be placed anywhere on remaining Native Land. When first placed, they can invoke a ritual that grants a +2 movement bonus to all Native Avatars as well as a -1 penalty to any Colonial Avatars for that round.
3. The Healer Avatar – Gained anytime after the Guardian Avatar is put into play, This Avatar is the only Native Avatar with the Ability to cross or land on claimed colonizer territory. If a healer goes into Attack mode and wins that battle on colonizer territory, they then turn that claimed land back into Native Land. 

Colonizer Specialty Avatars: 

4. Defender Avatar: Once a City is created, a Defender Avatar is gifted to that said player to protect that City. This Avatar can only move throughout the City that they spawn in. they cannot leave their City, however, if an opponent wishes to attack any connected claimed land a part of that City, the Defender’s reign reaches throughout the whole City and results in a best of 3 D20 battle against the aggressor. If the results end in a loss for the defender, the aggressor gets to pick which tile within that entire City they wish to claim.
5. The Governor Avatar: Gained anytime after the Defender Avatar is put into play. Can move + 2 movement on every roll. However, if a player is killed as this Avatar, that player then loses another Avatar along with it
6. Captain Avatar – Gained anytime after the defender Avatar is put into play. When playing as this Avatar, the player is allowed to reroll their lowest D20 in any battle scenario.

Sequence of a Round:

1. Event card is played
2. Movement roll based on 1 D6 (colonist starts the game)
3. Action card

• Played at player’s discretion
• Draw 4 at start of game
• All cards must be played before replenishment

4. Roll for claim of territory (2 D6)
5. Opposition must retaliate (tile + distance = retaliation)
6. Successful retaliation = battle (retaliation mode)
7. If retaliation is lost, you return to the nearest tribe/settlement tile and you lose your territory claim

1. What was the most frustrating moment or aspect of what you just played? Trying to figure out who done it.
2. What was your favorite moment or aspect of what you just played? The fake poisonous glass with the fake label on it. I thought that was a good touch.
3. Was there anything you wanted to do that you couldn’t? No
4. If you had a magic wand to wave, and toy could change, add, or remove anything from the experience, what would it be? I would probably just add a timer so it feels more intense.
5. What should be improved with the next version? I think you can add some other characters that said they saw stuff but aren’t sure to get the players heads al twisted.
6. What was the games message? Never trust anyone
7. Describe the game in 3 words. Fun, Interesting, Frustrating.