samw3 Member Posts: 542 From: Toccoa, GA, USA Registered: 08-15-2006 |
Hey, I'd like to know what kinds of things would you include in a game design document. It would be nice to have an all inclusive list that someone could pick and choose from to suit their game. Or to think "Ah, I didn't think of that!" and flesh things out more. ------------------ |
D-SIPL Moderator Posts: 1345 From: Maesteg, Wales Registered: 07-21-2001 |
I usually start with an overall summary, storyline, tech details (programming language, engine etc etc), interface design, level design and goals etc etc A good framework to start from is Christ Taylors (Dungeon Siege) Design Doc. ------------------ |
ArchAngel Member Posts: 3450 From: SV, CA, USA Registered: 01-29-2002 |
thanks for that, D-SIPL. Gonna have to study that. ------------------ |
Realm Master Member Posts: 1971 From: USA Registered: 05-15-2005 |
THATS good to have around! Thanks! ------------------ |
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samw3 Member Posts: 542 From: Toccoa, GA, USA Registered: 08-15-2006 |
That's a great link D-SIPL. Its a little sketchy in places, but definitely a good read and springboard. ------------------ |
Mene-Mene Member Posts: 1398 From: Fort Wayne, IN, USA Registered: 10-23-2006 |
I agree, using it right now. ------------------ |
arissa_nightblade Member Posts: 70 From: Registered: 02-10-2007 |
This is a great guide to study from! Thank you for sharing this! There was another one I found a while back that was really good. The name of the Design Document was Broken Facade, I think. It was for a Klonoa-style game, but it went in-depth about things you needed to have. [This message has been edited by arissa_nightblade (edited October 17, 2007).] |
