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How Hints Affect Player Experience

Word games, puzzle games, trivia challenges, and brain-training apps all share a common goal: they invite the player to solve a problem using logic, memory, or language skills. While the…
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What Makes a Good Word Game Design

Word games have existed for centuries, from printed crosswords and anagrams to modern digital puzzles played on phones and computers. At their core, these games challenge players to think about…
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How streaks motivate daily play

Word games, puzzle games, trivia challenges, and brain-training games share a common goal: they encourage players to return regularly. Among the many design elements used to achieve this, streaks have…