Mastering the Iterative Journey

Turning Resistance into Progress

Turning Resistance into Progress

Iteration is the beating heart of game design. Each pass through the Core Design Loop forces you to expose your work, test its strengths, and refine its weaknesses. With every cycle, you edge closer to a polished, engaging experience.

But let’s be honest—this process is not easy.

Each time you return to the drawing board, you will face doubt, criticism, and moments when your "brilliant" idea suddenly seems flawed. During these moments, many designers get stuck, sidetracked, or completely abandon their projects.

This article will help you break through those barriers, reframe iteration as an adventure rather than a struggle, and ultimately embrace the process as the true path to moving forward with your creative endeavor.

Embracing Resistance as Part of the Process

If you’ve ever found yourself procrastinating, second-guessing your work, or hesitating to share your game with others, you’ve encountered Resistance. Resistance is that invisible force pushing b…