The Mechanics of Character Design - Analyzing the Design of Marvel Puzzle Quest - Extra Credits

Good character design should successfully capture the fantasy of *being* a particular character. Even with mechanical constraints on gameplay possibilities, compelling characters are still achievable via techniques like ludonarrative resonance.
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