u/crocodilehun

I have a question for discussion. Regarding the iconography in the game. I’ve started experimenting a bit with turning the card text into icons, but I’m actually not sure where this is going yet.

I’m attaching two images: one shows the icons only, while the other shows the original text version of the card.

Do you think the icons add to cognitive load and make the game harder to learn, or do they improve readability once you understand them?

As far as the first few plays are concerned, the learning barrier is definitely higher with the icons, since players would need to consult a player aid. I wouldn’t want to make the game inaccessible or turn it into too much of a brain burner.

I have a question for discussion. regarding the iconography in the game. I’ve started experimenting a bit with turning the card text into icons, but I’m actually not sure where this is going yet.

I’m attaching two images: one shows the icons only, while the other shows the original text version of the card.

Do you think the icons add to cognitive load and make the game harder to learn, or do they improve readability once you understand them?

As far as the first few plays are concerned, the learning barrier is definitely higher with the icons, since players would need to consult a player aid. I wouldn’t want to make the game inaccessible or turn it into too much of a brain burner.