tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4968585480029088528.post6155881354171047046..comments2024-03-22T05:48:06.362-05:00Comments on GJJ Games: Quick Review - Ion: A Compound Building Game - Kickstarter PreviewGeorge Jaroshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15131784120804596408noreply@blogger.comBlogger1125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4968585480029088528.post-9492313701026789272015-06-05T14:28:11.295-05:002015-06-05T14:28:11.295-05:00Thanks for the review! I actually Kickstarted thi...Thanks for the review! I actually Kickstarted this game and I have not played it yet. I'm a chemistry teacher, board game nut & designer. I'm always looking something different to do with my students in class. I Kickstarted this game because I thought it would be a great way to introduce my students to balancing ionic compounds (it would scare you if knew how many students have trouble with this). It beats fill out worksheets. Anyway, I haven't played the game yet but your review pretty much encapsulates my first impression of the game. I'm not expecting a very deep game, just one that makes learning fun. I have been working on creating games for my classroom for about 4 years now and it can be very tricky. I think it might be harder than mainstream games because as there is "the desire to keep it simple enough to teach in a few minutes in the classroom" and at the same time keeping the students engaged. This can be tricky because if you make it too complicated students will be turned off (this generation is all about instant gratification) and if you make it too easy then students become bored. Based on your review, I think John may have it that sweet spot. Thanks, DanAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08493042810544203323noreply@blogger.com