Toward Extending the Essence Kernel for Digital Game Project Management

• Lucas Pieva UNIPAMPA
• Raquel Pillat UNIPAMPA
• Maicon Bernardino UNIPAMPA

DOI: https://doi.org/10.5753/sbgames_estendido.2023.234044

Abstract

Context: The creative industry is thriving and growing on a large scale. In this regard, it is essential to enhance the game development life cycle based on best practices in Digital Game Project Management (DGPM) to achieve successful projects within the Triple Constraint (costs, time, and scope). Objective: This study aims to propose an extension of the Kernel Essence for DGPM. Method: We propose our theoretical model based on preliminary empirical evidence from the game industry by using action research. Result: The theoretical model of DGPM encompasses areas of concerns, alphas, their states, and competencies. Conclusion: Although the model has not yet been evaluated, we are confident that we are moving towards our proposed objective.

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