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Developing Terra Nil - A Strategy Game About Nature, Not Expansion

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Explore the innovative design process behind 'Terra Nil', a strategy game that challenges genre conventions, in this 52-minute conference talk from GDC. Discover how lead designer Sam Alfred and his team drew inspiration from the natural world to create a game focused on environmental balance rather than resource exploitation. Learn how stepping outside established boundaries can breathe new life into traditional genres, offering fresh perspectives on game design and environmental themes in interactive entertainment.

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Developing 'Terra Nil': A Strategy Game About Nature, Not Expansion

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