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Puzzles make the player stop and think. To ensure your puzzles are doing everything you want to shape the player experience, ask yourself these questions:Should I have more puzzles, or less? Why?
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Consider what role they play in the overall player experience. Are they meant to challenge the player, provide a break from action, advance the story, or something else? Show more…
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