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Notes on Play

Notes on Play

Written by: John Drexler
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 A game development log where I share the hardest game design problems, and share thoughts on the games I'm playing. My name is John Rudolph Drexler and you can find my games at catacombian.com© 2026 John Drexler Art
Episodes
  • 18: Every prototype I made in 2025

    18: Every prototype I made in 2025
    Jan 23 2026

    2025 was a creative explosion for me. Now it's time to focus up, and pick which prototype I will try to take to the finish line.
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    15 mins
  • 17: Why my basketball board game failed

    17: Why my basketball board game failed
    Jan 9 2026

    I tried (and failed) to make a basketball board game. I came up with some ideas that I loved, but ultimately decided to set it aside.

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    12 mins
  • 16: How to learn a game

    16: How to learn a game
    Dec 19 2025

    Try to lose. It's a faster and more effective way to learn.
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    9 mins
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