What's the Point of Status Effects? ~ Design Doc

The first 1000 people who click the link in the description will get 2 free months of Skillshare Premium: https://skl.sh/designdoc9 Status effects are a staple of game design, but they aren't just for RPGs anymore. They have been added to all kinds of genres. But, why? What makes status effects such a useful tool in games like Persona and Monster Hunter, but also games like Street Fighter and Left 4 Dead? Let's look through the categories of status effects, some common pitfalls, and talk about some tips, tricks, and points that can help you make the most out of your status effects. Support Design Doc on Patreon:   / designdoc   Design Doc on Twitter:   / warbot400   This video was sponsored by Skillshare. #persona #monsterhunter #finalfantasy