A Practical Guide to Level Design: From Theory to Practice, Diplomacy and Production

A Practical Guide to Level Design 1st Edition
by Benjamin Bauer(Author)
Publisher finelybook 出版社: CRC Press; 1st edition (February 28, 2023)
Language 语言: English
Print length 页数: 374 pages
ISBN-10: 1032230894
ISBN-13: 9781032230894
Book Description
Written by an AAA industry expert with over 20 years of experience, this book offers comprehensive coverage of the practical skills that all successful level designers need to have. It covers everything from practical production skills to the social and soft skills required to thrive in the gaming industry.
This book begins with a theoretical and abstract approach that sets a common language for the later hard-skill applications and practical examples. These later chapters cover a wealth of practical skills for use during the concept phase, while creating layouts, scripting, and working with AI. This book includes essential chapters on topics such as social skills, soft skills, world-building, level design direction, production, as well as how to gain employment in the industry.
This book will be of great interest to all level designers, content leads, and directors looking to enhance their skillset. It will also appeal to students of level and game design looking for tips on how to break into the industry.