Top 10 Tips for Rulebook Writing | How to Create a Tabletop Game #7

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  • @therandommeeple3800
    @therandommeeple3800 2 роки тому +4

    Philosophia looks really interesting. And you are right, most people want to jump right onto the game and not read that much rules.

  • @brianharrison455
    @brianharrison455 2 роки тому +9

    I just had this video come up in my feed and I am glad I checked it out. I have been struggling with my own rulebook and you had some really good advice, thank you! I will certainly go back and watch the rest of the series!

    • @cogitodesign
      @cogitodesign  2 роки тому

      Amazing, I'm really pleased I could help. Good luck with writing your rulebook!

  • @vanessar8056
    @vanessar8056 2 роки тому +1

    Completely agree on graphic design, it’s so hugely important for helping to inform the player of specific information without *actually* telling them.

  • @beticboardgaming
    @beticboardgaming Рік тому +2

    Ya I love when a rulebook has the quick setup guide in the front so I can look back at it later on. I love when the rulebook flows easily as well. I dont like when I have to go to different parts of the rulebook to fully understand one of the concepts. Clear definitions and symbols are a must as well!

    • @cogitodesign
      @cogitodesign  Рік тому

      For sure! Thanks for your comment and good luck in the giveaway!

  • @Aurion06
    @Aurion06 Рік тому +1

    Oooh wow. Interesting, glad I found this !

    • @cogitodesign
      @cogitodesign  Рік тому +1

      Thanks so much and good luck in the giveaway!

  • @themightyironoak
    @themightyironoak 11 місяців тому +1

    As a gamer, I actually love reading rule books, almost mre than playing the games, i learn the game and then explain it to everyone else lol

    • @cogitodesign
      @cogitodesign  11 місяців тому

      Nice! Most people find that the worst bit but it's something that just has to be done... I bet your fellow gamers are big fans of you taking that job off their plate!

  • @Gaming4871
    @Gaming4871 Місяць тому +1

    I'm currently designing a tabletop RPG with detectives and police set in the 1930's where you gather evidence, interrogate NPC's and at the end when you have all the correct info about the suspect you make a final accusation and you gain XP and level up in rank.
    It's quite complex because I need to design tons of cut-outs for objects, maps for the locations, hand-outs for various objects, mysterious letters , police databases for license plates, fingerprints and criminal records for the players to compare.
    Again, the game is complex but fun and makes the player want to play again on the next session because it's keeping them on the edge and encourages investigation further.
    The name of the game is called: Solved Cases, a role-playing investigation game. (Ages 18+)

    • @cogitodesign
      @cogitodesign  Місяць тому

      Wow, that sounds really cool and quite a challenge to design! Is there anywhere people can follow your progress? It sounds really interesting!

  • @wojtekgorski6856
    @wojtekgorski6856 2 роки тому +2

    What?? Why am I discovering this series just now? I will surely watch the whole serie of how to create a board game and I'll probably go back to those videos too as I'll be trying to make one - it's been a small dream of mine for some time. Amazing job 😍

    • @cogitodesign
      @cogitodesign  2 роки тому

      So pleased to hear this, thanks so much for your support!!

  • @christiangoc-ong6100
    @christiangoc-ong6100 2 роки тому +1

    we need more youtube channels like this!

  • @michaeldarling7169
    @michaeldarling7169 Рік тому +3

    Great advice! It's very challenging to write a rule book because it's hard to pretend you don't know how the game works. Putting yourself in the mindset of a player who has never spent a moment with the game before is a real challenge, but if you can write from that perspective, you'll have a better chance to create a rule book that will be useful to your customers.

    • @cogitodesign
      @cogitodesign  Рік тому +1

      Couldn't agree with you more, when you know a game inside out it's very challenging to pretend you don't know the rules and revert back to step 1. Blind play testing has always proven to be really useful at ironing out these issues in the rulebook for us. Thanks for your comment!

  • @paulnewcombe4051
    @paulnewcombe4051 Рік тому +1

    Great video, rule books are so often the seemingly forgotten part of games and can be such a barrier for potential gamers

    • @cogitodesign
      @cogitodesign  Рік тому

      For sure! Thanks for commenting and good luck in the giveaway!

  • @MattHoevenaars
    @MattHoevenaars 2 роки тому +1

    Rulebook writing is very important. Thanks for the tips.

    • @cogitodesign
      @cogitodesign  2 роки тому

      No problem, glad I could be of help!

  • @MartinColodner
    @MartinColodner 2 роки тому +1

    Awesome video. You're right that a rulebook is a barrier for most.

  • @MythosMisfit
    @MythosMisfit 2 роки тому +1

    definetly coming back to this video once I get to making a rule book for my game!

    • @cogitodesign
      @cogitodesign  2 роки тому +1

      Good plan! Thanks for commenting!

  • @JaimeR13
    @JaimeR13 2 роки тому +1

    That’s very helpful. Thanks

  • @saryuubiqlus7509
    @saryuubiqlus7509 2 роки тому +1

    These tips are great, will be sure keepings 'em all in mind. Thanks Cogito!

    • @cogitodesign
      @cogitodesign  2 роки тому

      No problem at all, so pleased to hear you found them helpful!

  • @artorias6966
    @artorias6966 2 роки тому +1

    very cool and informative video, will surely come in handy. Thank you!

  • @storaxbaum1422
    @storaxbaum1422 2 роки тому +1

    Wow, just fund your channel, and thanks for this interesting video 🙂 And an additional giveaway ... too cool 🙂

    • @cogitodesign
      @cogitodesign  2 роки тому

      Glad to hear you liked the video, thanks!

  • @gregoryolenski4650
    @gregoryolenski4650 Рік тому +1

    For me a succinctly written rulebook is key whatever style it's in.

    • @cogitodesign
      @cogitodesign  Рік тому

      Couldn’t agree more! Thanks for your comment and good luck in the giveaway!

  • @sorenl48
    @sorenl48 Рік тому +1

    Gotta check out your other episodes of this, really helpful thanks guys

    • @cogitodesign
      @cogitodesign  Рік тому

      No worries at all, glad to hear you found this video helpful. Enjoy watching the others and good luck in the giveaway!

  • @Javman200
    @Javman200 Рік тому +1

    Love the look behind the curtains. So far been very impressed with the cogito ergo meeple team and their engagement with the community and their Kickstarter supporters.

    • @cogitodesign
      @cogitodesign  Рік тому +1

      Thanks so much for all your support, much appreciated! Good luck in the giveaway 🙌

  • @jimmacalino
    @jimmacalino Рік тому +1

    Loved this video! I haven’t seen any other channel with this kind of content. A lot of games focus on components and theme, but may forget the rulebook that explains the game. This is very insightful!

    • @cogitodesign
      @cogitodesign  Рік тому

      Thanks so much and so pleased you are liking our channel! Good luck in the giveaway!

  • @joaognoato158
    @joaognoato158 2 роки тому +4

    For me what frustrates me the most when I'm learning a new game are possible ambiguities. To help with that I think it's very important, as you said, clear symbology and color coding so you can easily refer to it, and also to be as specific as possible. Rules should not be assumed on the basis of common sense, as it cannot be common to all, rules must be clearly defined.

    • @cogitodesign
      @cogitodesign  2 роки тому

      Couldn't agree more! Thanks for commenting!

  • @brettjardin5227
    @brettjardin5227 2 роки тому +1

    Actually love your content, thanks for this

    • @cogitodesign
      @cogitodesign  2 роки тому

      No problem and glad to hear this. Thanks!

  • @picklebuckeye
    @picklebuckeye 2 роки тому +1

    These are great tips! I wish every designer would follow these, there are so many poorly written or designed rulebooks.

    • @cogitodesign
      @cogitodesign  2 роки тому

      Thanks so much, so pleased to hear you like the video and found the tips useful!

  • @maelmorholt
    @maelmorholt 2 роки тому +1

    Philosphy seems awesome!! Thanks!

  • @maxmoody1773
    @maxmoody1773 Рік тому +1

    Good luck! Will be following the account, love board game design content!

    • @cogitodesign
      @cogitodesign  Рік тому

      Amazing, great to hear! Thanks so much and good luck in the giveaway!

  • @vabejo4810
    @vabejo4810 Рік тому +1

    Thank you for this cool video!

  • @mikekots
    @mikekots Рік тому

    Very interesting video with a lot of useful tips. I think Brass: Birmingham is the best rulebook I have ever read, even though the rules were difficult.

  • @ChristianLyksPencils
    @ChristianLyksPencils 2 роки тому +1

    Just watched a playthrough of Philosophia. Game looks pretty cool

  • @mannyk1307
    @mannyk1307 2 роки тому +1

    Wish these episodes came more regularly, BUT OBVIOUSLY THATS ALOT OF WORK HAHA

    • @cogitodesign
      @cogitodesign  2 роки тому

      I'll try, more coming soon! Thanks for your support ☺

  • @JoseLuisDelgado82
    @JoseLuisDelgado82 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks for the tips and for the giveaway 😉

  • @Enzo-ke8wc
    @Enzo-ke8wc 2 роки тому +1

    Great video! Thanks!

  • @petrovesny9644
    @petrovesny9644 Рік тому +1

    Thank you for this video.

    • @cogitodesign
      @cogitodesign  Рік тому +1

      No worries, thanks for your support!

  • @timothy2661
    @timothy2661 2 роки тому +1

    Your game looks really cool, would love to try it

  • @Mastajosue
    @Mastajosue 2 роки тому +1

    This was very insightful! Keep up the good work!

    • @cogitodesign
      @cogitodesign  2 роки тому

      Aw thanks so much and glad to hear you enjoyed the video!

  • @khiarastales2091
    @khiarastales2091 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you for the helpful videos about game designing! This particularly helped me since I'm afraid my rulebook might be confusing.
    Also good luck with your new game!

    • @cogitodesign
      @cogitodesign  2 роки тому

      So pleased to hear I could be of help! Thanks for your comment ☺

  • @MrKiru224
    @MrKiru224 Рік тому +1

    Nice video, as always! 👍👍

  • @hyoen5493
    @hyoen5493 2 роки тому +1

    Very insightful video, gonna make sure I use some of this stuff :)

    • @cogitodesign
      @cogitodesign  2 роки тому

      Amazing, glad I could help! Thanks for commenting and good luck!

  • @skarnipolassassin9856
    @skarnipolassassin9856 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks for this tips Cogito :)

  • @stellax5712
    @stellax5712 Рік тому +1

    Great advice! Thank you!

    • @cogitodesign
      @cogitodesign  Рік тому

      No worries at at all, thanks for commenting and good luck in the giveaway!

  • @WillyElLuchador
    @WillyElLuchador Рік тому +1

    I will check the other videos. Great giveaway!!

  • @myautobiographyafanfic1413
    @myautobiographyafanfic1413 Рік тому

    I think roll-and-move is popular because spacial movement is enjoyable.

  • @michaelmann3510
    @michaelmann3510 Рік тому +1

    Very insightful video, continue the great work !

    • @cogitodesign
      @cogitodesign  Рік тому

      Thanks so much for your kind words, much appreciated and good luck in the giveaway!

    • @michaelmann3510
      @michaelmann3510 Рік тому +1

      @@cogitodesign 101 comments to compete with aha, we'll see how lucky I am

  • @robertnoall8847
    @robertnoall8847 Рік тому +1

    Another amazing video. Thanks! :)

    • @cogitodesign
      @cogitodesign  Рік тому +1

      So pleased to hear you like the video, thanks so much for your support and good luck in the giveaway!

  • @TheJamesMReid
    @TheJamesMReid Рік тому +1

    Thanks for the giveaway! Great advice as well.

    • @cogitodesign
      @cogitodesign  Рік тому

      No problem at all, good luck in the giveaway!

  • @FraserConnell
    @FraserConnell Рік тому +1

    this video is so useful! only found your channel today so i've subbed :) ngl id also like to win the game hahaha

    • @cogitodesign
      @cogitodesign  Рік тому +1

      Really pleased to hear this, thanks so much for your support and good luck in the giveaway!

    • @cogitodesign
      @cogitodesign  Рік тому +1

      Fraser, you are the winner of this giveaway, congratulations! 🎉 Please email me the following information before the end of the day on Wed 3rd Nov: your full name, address, phone number and email address so I can arrange a free copy of the game to be delivered to you (if I don't hear from you by the end of the day on Wed 3rd Nov, I'm afraid I will have to pick a different winner). My email is: info@cogitoergomeeple.com Congrats again! 🤩🙌

    • @FraserConnell
      @FraserConnell Рік тому +1

      @@cogitodesign just emailed you!! 😆

  • @titansplay
    @titansplay Рік тому +1

    I am totally guilty when it comes to wanting to jump straight into the game. Overall, I find that I retain easier the information by experience rather than reading it. Nevertheless, that is too much work and a massive inconvenience as the first game has to be dedicate almost entirely to the learning curve. It all of course depends on the complexity of the game as well. Thank you, for the lovely video and Giveaway ❤️

    • @cogitodesign
      @cogitodesign  Рік тому +1

      I agree, the first game is definitely all about learning! Glad you like the video and good luck in the giveaway!

  • @hamzabenkrid2079
    @hamzabenkrid2079 2 роки тому +1

    I like your video the game is amazing I like it is my favourite in this year 💕

    • @cogitodesign
      @cogitodesign  2 роки тому +1

      Aw thanks very much, that means a lot!

  • @vjjj42
    @vjjj42 2 роки тому +1

    Loving this series!! 👍

  • @smact7481
    @smact7481 2 роки тому +1

    Great video!

  • @flagspiregames7715
    @flagspiregames7715 2 роки тому +1

    I shall be back here when my games come together haha

    • @cogitodesign
      @cogitodesign  2 роки тому

      Thanks for your comment and good luck!

  • @tonygonz1548
    @tonygonz1548 2 роки тому +1

    Would love to win this game :) Best of luck to everyone else

  • @ottoaxolotl8173
    @ottoaxolotl8173 2 роки тому +1

    Great video and fantastic giveaway!

  • @matteoarmin4370
    @matteoarmin4370 2 роки тому +1

    NEED
    MORE
    COGITO
    DESIGN
    ASSISTANCE

    • @cogitodesign
      @cogitodesign  2 роки тому

      Here anytime! Thanks so much for your support!

  • @wingspangirl
    @wingspangirl Рік тому +1

    I like reading rulebooks, I prefer that than watching a how to play video, but ideal for me is to do both. Fun fact: I don't like rulebooks translated to Polish, I don't trust them. I prefer to read them in the original language or in English.

    • @cogitodesign
      @cogitodesign  Рік тому

      I agree, a bit of both works well! Thanks for commenting and good luck in the giveaway!

  • @setokaiba2052
    @setokaiba2052 Рік тому +1

    Hey guys! What's the next episode going to be about?

    • @cogitodesign
      @cogitodesign  Рік тому

      Hello! Not sure, we've done a lot of the design elements now and the game is almost finished. Is there something in particular you'd like to hear more about? We were thinking for our next video perhaps talking about balancing the game or even about publishing. Thanks for commenting!

  • @evlionnnn5837
    @evlionnnn5837 Рік тому +1

    THUMBS UP!

  • @tyn265
    @tyn265 2 роки тому +3

    I would imagine writing a clear rule book would be very difficult. Even when we speak the same language we can inturpt things differently

    • @cogitodesign
      @cogitodesign  2 роки тому +1

      For sure, thanks for your comment!

  • @IonutDgiony
    @IonutDgiony 2 роки тому +1

    Nice video

  • @michaelmann3510
    @michaelmann3510 Рік тому +1

    Will try join the instagram giveaway aswell!

  • @claude_bo
    @claude_bo Рік тому +1

    👍

  • @kosterix123
    @kosterix123 8 місяців тому

    These are not tips at all. They are items from a checklist.
    I agree with the items but it won't help anybody at all because you completely bypass the HOW.
    Even as a checklist, you missed half the items.

  • @AlexanderMartinez-kd7cz
    @AlexanderMartinez-kd7cz Рік тому +1

    wait, people don't consume game rules explanations for fun?
    okay then :/

    • @cogitodesign
      @cogitodesign  Рік тому

      I know right?! What better way to spend a Friday night 😂

  • @JonBunger
    @JonBunger Рік тому +1

    Great video!

  • @nahuelsede1009
    @nahuelsede1009 2 роки тому +1

    Great video!

  • @aquinium8208
    @aquinium8208 2 роки тому +1

    Great Video !