Linear Chain

Ludic Spatial Structure place_count: many · connection: linear · returnability: one_way

The game world is a sequence of rooms/levels in a fixed order. No way back, no freedom of ordering – the strictest form of spatial linearity. Maximal designer control over the experience sequence.

Design question – When is the “linear chain” spatial topology the right choice for your play space?

Compatible with

• Classic First Person (VR-01) – View affinity of this spatial topology.
• Over-the-Shoulder (VR-04) – View affinity of this spatial topology.
• Side-Scroller / Platformer (VR-08) – View affinity of this spatial topology.
• Endless Runner / Frontal (VR-10) – View affinity of this spatial topology.
• Arena (SS-09) – Typical micro-architecture / related topology.
• Corridor (SS-10) – Typical micro-architecture / related topology.
• Transit Space (SS-14) – Typical micro-architecture / related topology.
• Platform Parkour (SS-15) – Typical micro-architecture / related topology.