⌣ core game loop

method consists of listing a certain number of player actions, represented by verbs and minimal context. These sparse depictions of action are then connected in the form of a flow chart. [...] determine what sorts of challenges these actions might present to players and determine what kinds of abilities are required [...]

— 📝 The Gameplay Loop Methodology as a Tool for Educational Game Design

• ~ core game loop relates to dopamine seeking-reward loop
• ~ any core loop is challenge → actions → reward

• concept visible in ~ if you can design one minute of fun gameplay you can stretch it indefinitely

• ⇄ short game loop vs. long game loop

• ⚗ what's the core game loop for lang learning﹖