Book Details
- ISBN: 979-8283939766
- Published: May 15, 2025
- Categories: Books Computers & Technology Web Development & Design Programming JavaScript
Game Design and Development: Code, Psychology and Analytics (Paperback)
About This Book
Game Design and Development: Code, Psychology and Analytics (Paperback) is a groundbreaking exploration of games that has captivated readers worldwide. With 853+ copies sold, this definitive guide offers exceptional insights into games.
Why You'll Love It
- Comprehensive coverage of games
- 7 chapters packed with real-world examples
- Perfect for beginners and experts alike
- Includes companion website access
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Based on 12 reviews
Emily Davis
May 25, 2025
As a scholar in games, I found Game Design and Development: Code, Psychology and Analytics (Paperback) to be an exceptional contribution to the field. The author's approach to programming is both innovative and rigorous, providing fresh insights that challenge conventional wisdom. Particularly noteworthy is the discussion of game analytics, which offers a compelling framework for understanding psychology. While some may argue that analytics, the evidence presented is thorough and convincing. This book is essential reading for anyone serious about games.
Michael Rodriguez
May 13, 2025
As a scholar in games, I found Game Design and Development: Code, Psychology and Analytics (Paperback) to be an exceptional contribution to the field. The author's approach to programming is both innovative and rigorous, providing fresh insights that challenge conventional wisdom. Particularly noteworthy is the discussion of game analytics, which offers a compelling framework for understanding psychology. While some may argue that analytics, the evidence presented is thorough and convincing. This book is essential reading for anyone serious about games.
David Rodriguez
June 14, 2025
Game Design and Development: Code, Psychology and Analytics (Paperback) is a comprehensive exploration of games that manages to be both accessible to newcomers and valuable to experts. The book is divided into 7 sections, each building thoughtfully on the last. Part 4's discussion of programming is particularly strong, with clear examples and practical applications. The diagrams and illustrations throughout help clarify complex ideas, and the chapter summaries are excellent for review. My only minor critique is that the conclusion seemed rushed, but this doesn't detract from the overall quality. This will undoubtedly become a standard reference in the field.
Emily Johnson
March 4, 2025
I'll be honest, I wasn't sure what to expect with Game Design and Development: Code, Psychology and Analytics (Paperback), but wow! It completely blew me away. The way the author explains game analytics made everything click for me. I've been struggling with game analytics for years, and this book gave me the tools I needed. My favorite part was when they talked about analytics - it reminded me so much of my own experience with analytics. I've already recommended it to all my friends!
Jennifer Jones
March 30, 2025
While Game Design and Development: Code, Psychology and Analytics (Paperback) makes several valuable points about programming, I found some aspects problematic. The author's treatment of programming seems oversimplified, particularly when compared to analytics. That said, the sections on psychology are genuinely insightful and make the book worth reading despite its flaws. With some refinement in psychology, this could be a truly outstanding work.
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Discussion about programming in Game Design and Development: Code, Psychology and Analytics (Paperback)
Posted by Thomas Williams on August 3, 2025
I've been applying the principles from Game Design and Development: Code, Psychology and Analytics (Paperback) to my work in games and seeing amazing results! Specifically, the part about analytics has been transformative.
Emily Williams August 4, 2025
This reminds me of a similar condept from somewhere.
Sarah Jones August 4, 2025
I completely agree! This was my experience as well.
James Garcia August 1, 2025
This reminds me of a similar condept from somewhere.
Discussion about programming in Game Design and Development: Code, Psychology and Analytics (Paperback)
Posted by Jennifer Johnson on August 4, 2025
Just finished Game Design and Development: Code, Psychology and Analytics (Paperback) for the 4 time and picked up on so many new insights! The depth of research on analytics is incredible.
Emily Miller July 27, 2025
Could you elaborate on what you mean by this? I'm not sure I follow.
Jennifer Garcia July 23, 2025
To add to this, I found similar examples which seems to support your point.
Jennifer Brown July 28, 2025
Could you elaborate on what you mean by this? I'm not sure I follow.
Lisa Rodriguez July 24, 2025
I completely agree! This was my experience as well.
Discussion about psychology in Game Design and Development: Code, Psychology and Analytics (Paperback)
Posted by Thomas Rodriguez on July 14, 2025
Just finished Game Design and Development: Code, Psychology and Analytics (Paperback) for the 11 time and picked up on so many new insights! The depth of research on game analytics is incredible.
Lisa Smith July 30, 2025
To add to this, I found similar examples which seems to support your point.
Sarah Davis August 2, 2025
Interesting perspective. I hadn't considered that angle before.
Discussion about game analytics in Game Design and Development: Code, Psychology and Analytics (Paperback)
Posted by Lisa Garcia on August 1, 2025
Discussion: What did everyone think of the author's treatment of analytics? I found it less convincing compared to other works in the field.
Jessica Brown August 4, 2025
Could you elaborate on what you mean by this? I'm not sure I follow.
Emily Garcia July 23, 2025
Could you elaborate on what you mean by this? I'm not sure I follow.
Emily Jones July 29, 2025
Interesting perspective. I hadn't considered that angle before.
Discussion about analytics in Game Design and Development: Code, Psychology and Analytics (Paperback)
Posted by James Johnson on July 8, 2025
I've been applying the principles from Game Design and Development: Code, Psychology and Analytics (Paperback) to my work in games and seeing amazing results! Specifically, the part about psychology has been transformative.
Sarah Davis July 26, 2025
Interesting perspective. I hadn't considered that angle before.
James Davis July 26, 2025
Could you elaborate on what you mean by this? I'm not sure I follow.