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Game designer

Raph Koster is a renowned game designer, born on September 7, 1971. He is known for his innovative contributions to the field of game design, particularly in the realm of multiplayer online games (MMO). Koster has held key design roles in several notable game projects, including Star Wars: The Old Republic and World of Warcraft. His work has had a significant impact on the gaming industry.

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“There's a good case to be made that having fun is a key evolutionary advantage right next to opposable thumbs in terms of importance. Without that little chemical twist in our brains that makes us enjoy learning new things, we might be more like the sharks and ants of the world.”

Source: Theory of Fun for Game Design

“Fun is just another word for learning.”

Book:Theory of Fun for Game Design

Source: Theory of Fun for Game Design

“Fun from games arises out of mastery. It arises out of comprehension. It is the act of solving puzzles that makes games fun. In other words, with games, learning is the drug.”

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Book:Theory of Fun for Game Design

Source: Theory of Fun for Game Design

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Born: September 7, 1971
Known for: Game designer
Quotes: 7

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