Introducing the Game Design Matrix: A Step-by-Step Process for Creating Serious Games

Author

Aaron J. Pendleton

Date of Award

3-2020

Document Type

Thesis

Degree Name

Master of Science

Department

Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering

First Advisor

James Okolica, PhD

Second Advisor

Gilbert L. Peterson, PhD

Abstract

The Game Design Matrix makes effective game design accessible to novice game designers. Serious Games are a powerful tool for educators seeking to boost the level of student engagement and application in academic environments, but the can be difficult to incorporate into existing courses due to availability and the cost of quality game design. The Game Design Matrix was used by two educators, novice game designers, to create a serious game. The games were assessed in an academic setting and observed to be effective in engagement, interaction, and achieving higher levels of learning.

AFIT Designator

AFIT-ENG-MS-20-M-054

DTIC Accession Number

AD1116456

Recommended Citation

Pendleton, Aaron J., "Introducing the Game Design Matrix: A Step-by-Step Process for Creating Serious Games" (2020). Theses and Dissertations. 4347.
https://scholar.afit.edu/etd/4347