Reducing Cognitive Load through RPG Design
An exploration of what generates cognitive load in tabletop RPG design and what can be done to mitigate it. Introduces a model of Setup-Barrier-Info to analyze how play actually works at the table so that you can write descriptions that are easier for the GM to manage. Timestamps: 00:00 Three Types of Cognitive Load 03:35 The Decision Tree Structure 07:42 Cognitive Limits - The Rule of 7 Check out my entire design playlist here: • Game Design by Funster Join my Patreon here: / chubbyfunster I used two Dolmenwood products as examples in this video: You can buy Winter's Daughter here: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/produ... You can buy the Ruined Abbey here: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/produ...
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