Chapter
The Psychology of Game Flow
1:02:26 - 1:07:22 (04:55)
The host discusses the concept of flow states in games and wonders if women get into it more easily than men.
Clips
Physical dexterity games require players to do something physical to impede their opponents' progress.
1:02:26 - 1:03:13 (00:46)
Summary
Physical dexterity games require players to do something physical to impede their opponents' progress. Examples include "Throw Throw Burrito," a combination of dodgeball and card games.
ChapterThe Psychology of Game Flow
Episode#653: Elan Lee, Co-Creator of Exploding Kittens — How to Raise Millions on Kickstarter, Deconstructing Mega-Successes, Secrets of Game Design, The Power of Positive Constraints, The Delights of Craftsmanship, and The Art of Turning Fans into Superfans
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The host discusses how video games can induce "flow states" and wonders if female players experience them more easily than male players.
1:03:13 - 1:05:03 (01:49)
Summary
The host discusses how video games can induce "flow states" and wonders if female players experience them more easily than male players. He also mentions some of his favorite games that feel natural to play.
ChapterThe Psychology of Game Flow
Episode#653: Elan Lee, Co-Creator of Exploding Kittens — How to Raise Millions on Kickstarter, Deconstructing Mega-Successes, Secrets of Game Design, The Power of Positive Constraints, The Delights of Craftsmanship, and The Art of Turning Fans into Superfans
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The guest tries to identify the precise category of board games in which Monopoly belongs to and discusses a disagreement on the core gameplay of Settlers of Catan.
1:05:03 - 1:06:14 (01:11)
Summary
The guest tries to identify the precise category of board games in which Monopoly belongs to and discusses a disagreement on the core gameplay of Settlers of Catan.
ChapterThe Psychology of Game Flow
Episode#653: Elan Lee, Co-Creator of Exploding Kittens — How to Raise Millions on Kickstarter, Deconstructing Mega-Successes, Secrets of Game Design, The Power of Positive Constraints, The Delights of Craftsmanship, and The Art of Turning Fans into Superfans
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The key to winning a game of Catan lies in the interactions and relationships built with other players, rather than just following the rulebook.
1:06:14 - 1:07:22 (01:08)
Summary
The key to winning a game of Catan lies in the interactions and relationships built with other players, rather than just following the rulebook. Successful players understand the importance of social capital and making trades that may not have an immediate benefit.