Functional Patterns

Guidance

Preview

Show currently inaccessible areas to stimulate the desire to explore.

Safe zones

Allow analysis

Layering

1. Introduce Rules/Mechanics in Isolation
   • Remove Distractions
   • Remove Challenges
2. Layering this mechanics with other duress
   • Physical Circumstance (Layout)
   • Combine with Mechanics (Such as Enemies)
   • Time Pressure (Use Sparingly)

Pace-breaking

Changing the dramatic arc

Create Your Layout Modules

The Left 4 Dead 2 team analyzed playtests of the original game, identifying fun gameplay modules like CapillariesSide paths off the main flow. Useful for item placement. and CrescendoHigh intensity combat challenge. Event. You can also identify the layout modules of your game and reuse them.