New Design Doc Template
New Design Doc Template
New Design Doc Template
A game design document is the blueprint from which a game is to be built. As such, every single
detail necessary to build the game should be addressed. The larger the team and the longer the
design and development cycle, the more critical is the need. For your purpose, the intent is to
capture as much as possible of your design. I want you to think big…bigger than what you are
able to develop. I also want you to be clear about what the software delivers and what the design
entails. Use this document to define the ultimate game, but be clear about what you have
delivered.
This document also includes elements that are normally considered part of a software design
document but are included to give a more complete picture of the game.
You do not need to include all topics and you do not need to use the numbered outline structure for
your document., but as a team you should review all items to be sure that you have considered all
of these elements and why they are or are not relevant to your game. It should also be easy for
me to identify the topic that you are covering.