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Game Design Document (GDD)

Why is Documentation Important?

  • Clarity: Provides a shared understanding of the project’s goals and requirements.
  • Consistency: Ensures that all team members work towards the same objectives.
  • Communication: Acts as a medium for discussing ideas, resolving conflicts, and making informed decisions.
  • Investment Appeal: Demonstrates the project’s vision, structure, and potential, making it more attractive to potential investors.

Game Overview

Link to Game Overview.

Game Design Direction

Link to Game Design Direction.

Development Plan

Link to Development Plan.

Executive Summary

Link to Executive Summary.

Game Marketing

Link to Game Marketing.

Tech Analysis

Link to Tech Analysis.

Link to Legal Analysis.

References

How to Write a Game Design Document? https://youtu.be/VO4FNf-Xc58 How To Write Game Design Documentation | Ultimate guide on GDD! https://youtu.be/369utwggIDw Game Design Documents - A Comprehensive Guide https://youtu.be/hzPZznSmbao Lets Learn Game Dev | What is a Game Design Document? (GDD) https://youtu.be/eJl_1DkC7zs Game Design Documents - a Minimalist Approach 🧘🏽 https://youtu.be/uBxYGFRi-S4 Frequently Asked Question #2: Sample outline for a Game Design Document https://www.sloperama.com/advice/specs.html https://docs.google.com/document/d/1vNZ3YUZy66HnITrYn0SNyBIGZYsardeuLe86ycYnoUw/edit?tab=t.0#heading=h.7pqixig9mpj The Anatomy of a Design Document, Part 1: Documentation Guidelines for the Game Concept and Proposal https://www.gamedeveloper.com/design/the-anatomy-of-a-design-document-part-1-documentation-guidelines-for-the-game-concept-and-proposal https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-yiF2Pq-OgJaTXsMAQbIckoDzGINz26O/view https://wwwx.cs.unc.edu/~pozefsky/seriousgames/NewDesignDocTemplate.pdf

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