Lostgarden May 2026

The following write-ups are considered "required reading" for many in the game industry:

: Discusses the importance of cause and effect loops. If a player hits a switch and a door opens 60 seconds later, they rarely realize the two are linked [19]. Other "Lost Garden" Topics lostgarden

: This write-up deals with team dynamics, suggesting that leaders should maintain a list of the problems that "frighten" the team to build confidence through success [23]. lostgarden

: Focused on how games can build social capital to combat loneliness. It highlights how digital spaces like Minecraft serve as modern playgrounds for human bonding [8]. lostgarden