You Say Jump, I Say How High? Operationalising the Game Feel of Jumping

Abstract

This paper explores the design of jumping in 2D platform games. Through creating a method for measuring existing games, applying this method to a selection of different platformer games, and analysing the results, the paper arrives at a comprehensive data model for jump- ing. The model supports the exploration, design and development of new jump implemen- tations. The underlying framework and toolset can be used by game designers to measure, model and analyse movement in platform games.