GVT #14: Playtesting Mindset - Balancing With Empirical Evidence

Stop guessing, start knowing! This talk debunks the myth that intuition is enough. Discover why even the cleverest designers can’t predict player behavior. We’ll explore examples and data-backed evidence proving playtesting isn’t a waste of time, it’s your secret weapon to avoid “Norman Doors” in your game.


Alex Polin

Academic Teacher at PJATK Gdansk (Game Dev & Management). LinedIn.