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Why change a rule between test versions?

To see if the change has the expected effect.

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  1. To make the game longer to build
  2. To avoid testing
  3. To see if the change has the expected effect ✔

Why: Changing a rule, mechanic, or objective lets you check whether the change had the expected effect.

Huh, didn't know that: Changing a rule, mechanic, or objective lets you check whether the change had the expected effect.

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Change is the only constant in testing.
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Answer: To see if the change has the expected effect. Changing a rule, mechanic, or objective lets you check whether the change had the expected effect.

  1. Scouting America: Game Design www.scouting.org/merit-badges/game-design
    Change at least one rule, mechanic, or objective from your first version of the game, and describe why you are making the change.
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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