Art making Quote by Zoe Quinn
“What people don't realize is that when you start making things outside of the convention of what is normal or good or 'best practices,' you're also shedding some of the baggage that comes with the concept of what a game 'should' be.”
About This Quote
Source Talk: Game Development Conference, 2018
Innovating beyond norms discards restrictive expectations, allowing fresh game design.
In simple terms: Break conventions to create new games.
Key Takeaway
Embrace unconventional ideas, discard limiting standards.
Themes
creativity
innovation
gaming
norms
Mood
critical
encouraging
Type
philosophical
practical
When to use this quote
- indie development
- prototype testing
- team brainstorming
- player feedback
Key Concepts
design theory
play theory
cultural critique
Questions to Reflect On
- What conventions limit your creativity?
- How can you balance novelty with player expectations?
A Different Perspective
Risk of alienating existing audiences; market acceptance uncertain.
