Is it better to hand hold new players through a game tutorial to teach them all the mechanics and intricacies of a game, or is it better to let them figure things out on their own? The "tutorial level ...

To many, creating their own video game feels something like a far-off dream: It’s something only the artistically inclined with plenty of time on their hands could accomplish. But the truth of the ...

In my time on this earth I’ve pledged allegiance to many masters. Learned men and women: Buddhists, dissidents, Jedi. Their words—always measured—tend to echo at critical junctures. Whenever I face ...

Few video games are entirely self-explanatory. In the early glory days of arcades, instructions were printed on the cabinet around the edges of the screen. When video games came home, many titles were ...

Tutorials are an integral part of any great video game. Not only do they give players a chance to learn the ropes and understand some basic mechanics, but they also introduce them to a brand-new world ...

Assassin's Creed III has such a soul-drainingly boring tutorial it actively lessens the quality of the entire game - because close to half of it is effectively one big, long tutorial. It's a tutorial ...

Hand-holding in games can detract from the fun and challenge. Some popular games have overly abundant tutorials and guidance. Finding a balance between guidance and freedom is crucial for player ...

Introductions and tutorials are key to drawing players into games and setting them up for success. But game openings have been lackluster in recent months. Already in 2022, games like Dying Light 2 ...

A nostalgic gem that doesn’t get as much recognition as it deserves, Sheep Dog ‘N’ Wolf (also known as Looney Tunes: Sheep Raider) is a puzzle game which sees players take on the role of Ralph Wolf, ...