FEATURES
Above: CONCEPT SCREENSHOT OF GAMEMAVEN INTERFACE
* Systems Thinking
terminology and concepts –
These will be the backbone language of all the modeling options and
strategy guide writing options in GameMaven, to encourage as much familiarity
and use with the language as possible. Some terms may possibly have
to be rephrased in more “youth-friendly” form.
* Comprehensive and automated support for GameFAQ writing –
GameMaven should include the option to support the fan-writing of GameFAQs
and strategy guides through an automated template and scripting program
(similar to the “Wizard” programs available in Microsoft
Office applications). This would be extremely attractive to fans in
reducing the time and effort needed in this usually laborious task,
and also will allow a close embedding of systems thinking concepts and
visuals (complete with automatic help links) in guide text produced.
The final format must be easily distributable online or offline without
requiring GameMaven (e.g. as an html format), but must also be easily
recognizable as GameMaven and using systems thinking – this will
maximize the attraction of new players to the gamer systems thinking
community.
* Customizable multi-window/multi-module screen interface –
Adaptable to level of complexity and age. Modular format allows easy
integration into established fan community websites and game companies’
online portals.
* Comprehensive community support –
Key to this project is the fostering and support of vibrant discursive
communities – all modeling components should be closely combined
with chatroom or online shared interactive workspace elements.
* Dynamic interactive modeling workspaces –
The systems models produced by players in shared online workspaces or
individually must have the option to be interactive and dynamic. There
could be an option to record “movies” of actual game sequences
and combine this footage with a recorded system model run.
* Customizable Visuals –
Systems and modelng icons, workspace backgrounds etc. should be fully
customizable to allow inclusion of graphics relevant to specific games
and exciting to players – this will underline the relevance of
GameMaven to game fans and will encourage a more personalizes relationship.