I think this is where AI excels.

I use Claude AI and it has a reference to my entire project. When I'm trying to track down an issue with a specific logic path, it's a lot better at following that path than I am.

Also it can be good for a starting point but shouldn't be the end-all

Lol this is awesome. Well done!

Looks crisp! 😍

Thanks! I'll have to look into it

Nice! Maybe I'm thinking of GDDs from the wrong angle. It doesn't need to be this single source of truth that's rigid and unchanging, but can be just a document to plan and experiment before actually building

Ooooh a mind map like that would be super useful for smaller projects!

What program is that?

Yes! I like your take. Instead of having a document that is unchanging, it should adapt as you build.

I feel like a traditional game design doc is more useful in big teams where everyone needs to be on the same page about things.

Great job with your UI! Looks fantastic

Fav game growing up was probably Final Fantasy Tactics.

The game that got me into gamedev though.. Hollow Knight

I wanna build both types of games eventually, but I figured starting with a tactics style game would be better for learning how systems work together.

The Magicians! Kinda trailed off towards the end though unfortunately

Agreed! I keep listening to these podcasts where indies take it full time and it just sounds like a lot of pressure.

If you have a job that keeps the lights on and can work in your spare time, I'd say that's the better way to go.

Less stress and able to take bigger risks!

I could never really get into them but that's probably cause I'm not very good at em. I prefer turn-based strategy games

Oooh that's clever!