DIYSPY

Instructed alternative methods

If movement is limited, players are encouraged to gather objects within reach, and/or other players can gather objects on their behalf.

Instructed alternative methods

Instructions are distributed between players. Players are encouraged to read out for those unable to currently see the instructions.

Double-coding

For different colour-blind players, all information is communicated through colour AND shape/patterns/etc.

Instructed alternative methods

The game needs player discussion. At present, all players will need to hear their fellow players. Though, if they know sign language, it’s fine!

Player-Player Prosocial Interactions

There are no rules or mechanics that are anti-social. All between-player actions are supportive, deepening, and complementary.

Deepening Interruption Mechanic

The interruption mechanic is replaced with a deepening mechanic. So, instead of trying to put off the storyteller, interruptions end up making the story more interesting.

Player to Non-Player Prosocial Set-ups

Non-player characters are depicted in non-aggressive and silly situations.

No Heirarchies

I removed all elements that can be used as a superior-inferior relationship between player-characters. (Example: I removed the character trait of being experienced or new because some players used that to bully.)

No violent props

To prevent anti-social play between player-characters (and NPCs) there are no guns, knives, bombs, etc depicted in the game gadgets or settings.

Decolonial Language, Optionality Design

I avoided verbs that limit play to a non-mutual flourishing: such as extract, take, break-in…. Instead, I use terms such as gather, enter, and carry instead.

Diverse Representation

Characters are not all thin, young, and white. Instead, they have different body shapes, races, and abilities.

No Ambient Endorsement

I’ve been careful not to collaborate with colleagues who are either known to be toxic or are willfully ignorant about toxic design. This is to avoid other people thinking they’re good folks by association. We all stuff up with our collaborations and our actions. But I try not to help good-wash folks.

When I get to the point of printing advertising materials, I’ll look to companies that use recycled paper and sustainable inks.

I’ll avoid the use of plastic wrapping.

I have flown interstate to exhibit this game. I haven’t carbon-offset any of these flights.