I've always thought store management games were about spreadsheets and quarterly reports. But I've discovered something fascinating while playing arcade physics runners – specifically the slope game – that completely changed how I think about game design and management mechanics. It turns out that fast-paced arcade experiences can teach you just as much about resource...

I've always thought store management games were about spreadsheets and quarterly reports. But I've discovered something fascinating while playing arcade physics runners – specifically the slope game – that completely changed how I think about game design and management mechanics. It turns out that fast-paced arcade experiences can teach you just as much about resource...