Question

You learned about various operations and control methods in the lessons. The most common control methods are the keyboard, touchscreen, and controller. Many action games conventionally use the keyboard keys “w.” “a,” “s,” and “d,” as well as the up, down, left, and right keys. Some games use different control methods in order to create interest and variety. In this activity, you will play one such game called QWOP. Click on this link to play QWOP. Then open a word processing document and answer the following questions:

What is the game’s objective?
What is the method of operation/control for the game?
Do you like the control method? Why or why not?
How would the game be different if it had a different control method? Would it be better or worse?
If you were to design and build a game with a creative control method, what would the game objective and operation be?
(Game Design)

Answer 1

The objective of the game QWOP is to run as far as possible. The method of operation/control for the game is using the keys "Q", "W", "O" and "P" on the keyboard to control the character's movements. I do like the control method, because it allows me to play the game without having to learn too many complicated controls. If the game had a different control method, such as using a controller, I think it would be harder to control and not as enjoyable. If I were to design and build a game with a creative control method, I would make the objective of the game to catch and collect items while navigating through obstacles. The operation for the game would involve using voice commands or gestures to control the character’s movements.