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“I think the most important way to understand play is that it's this property that's in things. Like there's play in a mechanism. For example, there's some play in the steering column before it engages as you're turning the wheel.”

Quote by Ian Bogost

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Ian Bogost is a renowned video game designer born on December 30, 1976. His work is known for its deep exploration of game mechanics and player experience, spanning multiple platforms and genres. more

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