Game UX

Game controls can make or break your player’s first experience. From button mapping conventions to controller vs. keyboard layouts, mistakes lead to confusion and frustration. Learn why using standards, offering rebind options, and thorough playtesting are key to delivering smooth, accessible gameplay that keeps players engaged.

Creating a successful video game sequel is tricky. From Alan Wake 2's technical leap to Mass Effect 2's refined gameplay and GTA's bold shifts, we explore what makes a sequel work, or fail. Timing, innovation, and staying true to the original experience are key.

UX isn’t about making games easier, it’s about making them enjoyable, understandable, and fair. From menus to replay value, player experience is everywhere. Let’s explore what UX really means in game development, and why it should matter to you.

Dune Awakening hooked me with its world and premise, but after losing everything to a worm, I started questioning its design. Here’s a UX breakdown of what works, what doesn’t, and how survival games can be punishing without being unfair.

Explore a complete UX audit of Dead Island 2, focused on the first two hours of gameplay. This FTUE analysis showcases how I help indie and AA studios improve onboarding, UI, and accessibility. Download the full PDF report for free.

What if a game could break every UX rule and still succeed? The Dark Souls series does just that — no handholding, no tutorials, no clear feedback — yet it captivates millions. This article explores how a game with minimalist, even brutal UX design creates one of the most rewarding and memorable experiences in modern gaming. A masterclass in purposeful friction.