Game Creation Workshop

A repository for designing, prototyping, and iterating on card games and board games.

Repository Structure

games/
├── active/          # Games currently in development
├── completed/       # Finished games ready for testing/production
└── archived/        # Games that are shelved or deprecated

templates/           # Reusable game design templates and frameworks
docs/               # Game design principles, rules, and documentation

Game Development Workflow

1. New Game Branch

git checkout -b game/[game-name]

2. Game Development Structure

Each game should have its own folder in games/active/ with:

• README.md - Game overview and current status
• rules.md - Complete game rules
• components.md - Required components (cards, boards, pieces)
• playtests/ - Playtest logs and feedback
• iterations/ - Version history and design changes

3. Move Through Stages

• Active: Under development, frequent changes
• Completed: Rules finalized, ready for extensive testing
• Archived: Shelved or replaced by better versions

Quick Start for New Game

1. Create branch: git checkout -b game/[your-game-name]
2. Copy template: cp -r templates/basic-game games/active/[your-game-name]
3. Edit the game files to match your concept
4. Commit iterations as you develop

Game Design Principles

• Start Simple: Begin with core mechanics, add complexity gradually
• Playtest Early: Test with minimal viable version
• Document Everything: Rules, changes, and feedback
• Iterate Quickly: Small changes, frequent testing