Explore what metagames are, how players use external knowledge, strategy, and community behavior to shape play beyond formal rules. Learn how metagaming affects competition, yomi, player learning, game design, and real-world applications in applied games, serious games, and gaming communities through evolving metas and reflective play.
Read MoreThis article will define and outline what a kingmaking scenario is. A history of kingmaking will be discussed as well as reasons that it may arise in different situations. Kingmaking as a spoiling tactic in game mechanics will also be covered. Kingmaking in tournament situations and table top games will be included. Finally, kingmaking can have an adverse impact on both player agency and the player experience. Both areas will be discussed in addition to how kingmaking takes effect in scenarios outside of games.
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