Claude's interactions with the game are genuine, as it figures out how to progress without a predefined pathway, similar to how a human would play.

In game design, the most compelling experiences arise from the gaps between reality and simulation, allowing players to reflect on their actions and decisions.

Highrise is a social-first game, built on an architecture that combines a smooth user experience with the capabilities of a real game engine.

Despite the challenges of delivering high-quality games, the gaming industry has the potential to foster positive human connections. Engaging in multiplayer experiences can promote empathy and joy among players, contrasting with the negativity often found in social media interactions.

In VR, the focus should be on creating potential stories where users can interact and discover the core values of the narrative.

Games serve as an aesthetic form of thinking and doing, enabling players to pursue goals, solve problems, and understand systems in an engaging way.

Games can be both hypnotic and reflective, providing opportunities for players to analyze their experiences and improve their skills through self-reflection.

In designing Highrise, we focused on creating an experience that feels like both an app and a game, which is crucial for user engagement.

Games like Red Dead Redemption allow players to explore at their leisure, which is a compelling aspect of immersive experiences.