Context Sensitivity

This video presents theories about general game design concepts. It’s not meant to prescribe a set of ideals which all games must follow. However valuable any guideline might be, it’s always (or almost always) possible to imagine a game which is made better by ignoring such considerations. A great game cannot necessarily be made just by applying a set of principles. I don’t know if/when I’ll be making another video but if you enjoyed this one and would like to support me, you can make a pledge. There’s no reward for doing so but this video wouldn’t exist without the support of my patrons.   / matthewmatosis   List of games in order of first appearance: Ghost Trick The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past Uncharted 4 Celeste Dustforce Viewtiful Joe Super Mario Odyssey Shinobi Dishonored Super Mario Bros. Quake Death Stranding Space Invaders Castlevania: Symphony of the Night Defender Super Mario Bros. 3 Ico Devil May Cry Demon’s Souls God of War Super Mario 64 Shadow of the Colossus The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild Resident Evil 4 God Hand Batman: Arkham Asylum Killer7 Spider-Man: Miles Morales Persona 5 Royal Castlevania 3 Devil May Cry 5 Nex Machina Shovel Knight: Specter of Torment Metroid Prime 3 Bayonetta Super Metroid Metroid Prime R-Type Ratchet and Clank 3 Half-Life Metal Gear Solid 2 System Shock 2 Returnal Resident Evil 2 Prey Splatoon Crash Bandicoot 4 Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury Monster Hunter World Monster Hunter The Pathless Elden Ring Ratchet and Clank: Rift Apart Hollow Knight Ratchet and Clank 2