Week Two

 On the second week, i obtained my 'reader', this contains numerous snipets of different readings to do with game studies it is designed to give the reader multiple inputs of knowledge about game studies from different points of veiw and perspectives, ultimately giving the reader vast knowledge allowing them to, properly, talk about games achademically.

 Upon recieving the reader Sioban insisted that we read through the reading "Studying video games", which we had a photocopy of from the first week to read, so that if any of us are unclear she can help us understand, i thought this was very helpful as it allowed me to get a firm grip and understanding of what the reading was about and how to approach it and all other readings.

 While reading multiple words came up that i didnt know of or understand these being;

 Convergance: where two medias are combined together e.g film and games combine together and each gains from the other feild.

 Transfer: where something is very literally transfered from one area of expertise over to another.

 Sioban explained that it is very important that we mark down any phrases or words we do not understand so that we can later find out what they mean.

 I also partook in a group presentation for the group 2D game i am working in, we presented our ideas to Sioban and David about our game concept, 'When frogs attack', showing concept art we had come up with along with a story line. After the presentation we recieved feedback from Sioban and David commenting on how they think we presented and what they thought of the idea, Both said that we presented fairly well and just needed to work on our confidence and style of presentation and both said there were aspects of the game they like but some aspects they would like to see worked on such as concept art for our Scientist and perhaps a different idea for the Frog queen, all of which will be presented again in the following week.


 Personally i believe the most important gain i have had from Game Contexts this week is, learning the best way to approach the readings and define words i dont understand. However i also found the advice given to me for concept art on our group game to be significantly helpful as it was very specific constructive criticism which i always welcome as it will help me improve my skills.