Football Quote by John Gallagher
“We played for power and impact.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: “Power and Impact” on *The Game Developers Podcast*, 2020
Creating games aims to influence players and leave lasting effects.
In simple terms: Games aim for impact.
Key Takeaway
Design with purpose and audience in mind.
Themes
gaming
design
influence
Mood
inspirational
strategic
Type
creative
philosophical
When to use this quote
- indie development
- educational games
- viral marketing
Key Concepts
user experience
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- What impact do you want your work to have?
- How to measure lasting influence?
A Different Perspective
Impact can be unintended or negative.
