Game Design Notebook Planner

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Game Design Notebook Planner

Game Design Merit Badge — Requirements 5–7

Use one copy for your concept and add extra copies for each prototype or playtest round.

Concept Snapshot

Game title
Version / date
Medium
Player format
Vision statement / core play value

Objectives, Rules, and Resources

Main objective and win condition
Preliminary rules and turn sequence
Resources, components, or equipment needed

Sketch Space

Draw your board, cards, tokens, field layout, screen mockup, or other game elements here

Prototype and Safety Check

Setup instructions are written Core actions are playable Scoring / end condition is clear Pieces are labeled Play area is safe (if active game) Equipment is safe (if applicable)

Playtest Log

RoundPlayersWhat happened?Change madeExpected / actual effect
     
     
     
     

Blind Test Reflection

What did new players understand, misunderstand, enjoy, or struggle with?
What do you like most about your game now, and what would you change next?