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Casual vs. Hardcore

Posted by on Jan 29, 2012

These two terms get thrown around a lot in the game design world. There is no technical definition for these two terms. However, this is certainly an important topic for game designers to consider.

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Game News

Diablo 3 System Changes!

Posted by on Jan 19, 2012

Blizzard has posted an article on dramatic Diablo 3 changes! Check inside for details!

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Event News

Future Events

Posted by on Aug 23, 2011

Part of my goal with the new Clan MoRD is to allow new and experienced map makers to have a place to gather and schedule events to test their maps with other map designers.

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Site News

Download Links Fixed

Posted by on Sep 24, 2011

Maps can once again be downloaded! Sorry for the downtime!

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Recent Posts

Casual vs. Hardcore

Casual vs. Hardcore

Jan 29, 2012

These two terms get thrown around a lot in the game design world. There is no technical definition for these two terms. However, this is certainly an important topic for game designers to consider.

Skill vs. Strategy

Skill vs. Strategy

Jan 27, 2012

There are many design pillars for games.  However, I want to talk about a common misconception for beginning game designers. New game designers often confuse skill and strategy and attempt to add as many mechanics as possible to raise the skill cap. Let's discuss the difference between skill and strategy and what mechanics might be appropriate for a game.

Big Changes for Galactic Arena

Big Changes for Galactic Arena

Jan 21, 2012

I am constantly looking for ways to make Galactic Arena more fun. Before I add new heroes, I want to make sure the current heroes are perfect! This is definitely not the case. Let’s talk about some of the issues for a moment.

Diablo 3 System Changes!

Diablo 3 System Changes!

Jan 19, 2012

Blizzard has posted an article on dramatic Diablo 3 changes! Check inside for details!

Tropical Tag 4.12 Released!

Tropical Tag 4.12 Released!

Sep 25, 2011

After a little over a year since 4.0 was released, the much anticipated 4.1 has been released! Read more for the change log.

Download Links Fixed

Download Links Fixed

Sep 24, 2011

Maps can once again be downloaded! Sorry for the downtime!

Starcraft 2 PTR Patch 1.4

Starcraft 2 PTR Patch 1.4

Aug 28, 2011

Blizzard has been working on a new patch for Starcraft 2, providing loads of balance changes, bug fixes, and editor improvements! Check inside to see what is coming!

Future Events

Future Events

Aug 23, 2011

Part of my goal with the new Clan MoRD is to allow new and experienced map makers to have a place to gather and schedule events to test their maps with other map designers.