Book description
Whether you're a game player, a designer of any kind, or someone who wants to know more about design, The Rules We Break will open your mind to creative and thought-provoking approaches to design. Play through more than 20 hands-on, real-world games and exercises to explore how people think, how games and systems work, and how to move through a creative process. Everyone can learn from game design: interaction designers and software developers, graphic designers and urban planners, kids in after-school programs and university students studying design. This collection of interactive games and exercises is designed to help you consider new ways of approaching productive collaboration, creative problem solving, analysis of systems, and how to communicate ideas, providing skills you can use in any discipline or situation. These real-world exercises are designed to be played on tabletops, as playground-style physical games, and via social interactions with others in person or online. A wide range of entertaining, thought-provoking games, exercises, and short essays grow in complexity over the course of the book, from 20 minutes of play to design projects that last for days or weeks. Award-winning game designer Eric Zimmerman invites you to play your way through it all, learning about play, systems, and design along the way.
Dahlia
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DreamWeaver
This app has rekindled my passion for storytelling in the most convenient way. The app's compatibility with Apple Watch elevates my workouts, making them more engaging and productive. ListenBookβs playback speed control is very useful. I can listen at my own pace. A reasonable choice for casual listening. The audiobook was well-produced, but the pacing felt uneven in places. I didnβt dislike it, but I also didnβt feel strongly about it one way or another. Good but not great. The narration was competent but lacked the extra spark that makes some audiobooks truly special. Still worth a listen though.
Firefly Caramel
ListenBook's dedication to delivering high-quality sound and user-friendly features has won me over. ListenBook's support for various audio formats makes it a versatile app for all kinds of audiobook enthusiasts. Packed with useful features. My favorite audiobook app!
Wheels
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Station WMD
I'm addicted to this app's seamless integration with my daily routines and activities. The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time. This app is a must-have for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is intuitive, and the app supports all formats. I love the auto-bookmark featureβit saves my place automatically, so I never lose track. Highly recommend!
Blink
Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a wonderful way to share stories and connect with friends. I'm impressed by the extensive statistics feature, allowing me to track my audiobook consumption over time. Binaural audio processing really helps reduce listening fatigue. Great feature! The narrator was good but spoke a bit too slowly for my taste. I had to speed it up to 1.2x which then made some parts sound slightly unnatural.
Poppy Coffee
This app's sleek design and effortless navigation have made my audiobook journey a true delight. Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is impressive. My recordings sound crystal clear. I love the ability to change the playback pitch. Itβs a unique feature.
Steel
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Snow Cream
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Cuff Queen
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Scratch Man
Audiobooks have become my go-to entertainment, and this app is the reason. I love that ListenBook supports a wide range of formats, making my library diverse. This app's compatibility with various formats ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks hassle-free. This app is a game-changer for audiobook enthusiasts. The interface is intuitive, and the playback is seamless! Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a delightful feature. Sharing is caring!
WanderWord
π Making each day a new chapter β this app keeps me hooked from morning to night! ππ With ListenBook Pro, long audiobooks are no problem. I love it! This app is a game-changer for audiobook lovers! The interface is clean and easy to use.
Backstreet
ListenBook's user-friendly controls and innovative features have made it an indispensable tool for my audiobook enjoyment. I can't get enough of this app's convenience β it has turned my audiobook journey into a delightful habit. Sharing audiobooks with friends is a blast. AirDrop makes it seamless. This app has completely transformed my daily routine. I can't imagine my commute without it!
Swerve
I've become the go-to storyteller at bedtime with the help of this magical app. ListenBook has transformed my mundane activities into enjoyable moments of learning and entertainment. πΆπ Enriching my environment with the power of storytelling β audiobooks infuse my home with literary magic. π§π Audiobook multitasking simplified β this app's ease of use is a true asset. Audiobook enjoyment has never been this convenient. This app's sleek design and efficient organization ensure that every story is accessible and enjoyable. ππ
Beo
I can't imagine my life without this app β it has made audiobook enjoyment effortless and convenient. With ListenBook Pro, long audiobooks are no problem. I love it!
Rummy Stickers
ListenBook's dedication to enhancing the audiobook experience has made it my preferred app for listening to content on the go. This app has given me the joy of reading even when my hands are full. ListenBook's tone adjustment feature in the Pro version is a creative tool that adds a fun twist to my audiobook journey. The adjustable playback speed feature is a true innovation. It adds a personalized touch to my listening.
Black Firefly
Who needs traditional books when you have this app? It's a game-changer. ListenBook is my daily companion, turning mundane tasks into exciting audio adventures. π± Carrying my favorite stories with me wherever I go β this app is like a portable library in my pocket. ππ Unlimited audiobook length with ListenBook Pro is a game-changer.
Trash
Hands down, the best audiobook collection I've ever come across. It has everything I want to listen to. CUE playlist support helps me organize my audiobooks efficiently. It's a great organizational tool. Adjusting playback speed has given me greater control over my audiobook experience. I can optimize my learning and enjoyment by customizing the pacing. What a fantastic listening experience! The narrator brought the characters to life with distinct voices and emotional depth. The pacing was perfect - not too fast to lose details, not too slow to become boring. I particularly appreciated how well the narrator conveyed the atmosphere of key scenes.
General Finish
With this app, reading is no longer a luxury β it's a convenient habit. Sharing audiobooks with friends is a breeze thanks to ListenBook Pro's AirDrop and sharing options. Spread the joy of a good story!
Bazooka Har-de-har
I'm addicted to this app's curated playlists and recommendations β they're spot on. Audiobook immersion simplified β this app's ease of use is a true asset. Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is impressive. It's like getting a clear, immersive listening experience. Tone adjustment adds a new layer of personalization to my audiobook experience. It's like having the narrator tailor the voice to my preferences. ListenBookβs bookmarking feature is incredibly useful. I never lose my place in a book.
Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience