I aim to create games that absorb players into an activity while also allowing them to reflect on their engagement and the nature of their goals.

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

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

The hierarchy of games we play can either refine us or degenerate us, and the more refined games lead to better outcomes for individuals and society.

Games exist at the intersection of logic and emotion, combining mathematical thinking with artistic expression to create meaningful experiences. Games are the aesthetic form of thinking and doing, occupying an important overlap between engineering and art.

The real value of games comes not from their ability to simulate reality seamlessly, but from the space between that simulation and the real world, which allows for reflection and meaning.

Athletes are increasingly introspective, often engaging in practices like visualization and meditation to enhance their performance and self-discovery.

Interacting with AI can create a sense of reflection, as users see aspects of themselves mirrored back through these machines.

Addictive behaviors can be harnessed for positive outcomes, such as using game mechanics to encourage physical activity and healthier habits.