Traditional & Abstract Game Design

TitleTraditional & Abstract Game Design
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Game CodeTRD26ND329861
Start DateSaturday August 01, 2026 - 1:00 pm
End DateSaturday August 01, 2026 - 2:00 pm
Cost$0
Tickets Available50/50
Short DescriptionJames Ernest explains the basics of traditional and abstract game design, using his game Tak as a case study.
Long DescriptionJames Ernest (Tak: A Beautiful Game) describes the process of inventing a classic-style abstract game, one that could have been around for centuries, using Tak as a case study. Classic games present unique design challenges, but these skills are useful for many other types of game.
Event TypeTRD - Trade Day Events
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Minimum Players1
Maximum Players50
Age RequiredMature (18+)
Experience RequiredNone (You've never played before - rules will be taught)
LocationJW
RoomWhite River Ballroom A
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Web Addresswww.gencon.com/gen-con-indy/game-design-academy
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