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+template:
+  id: game-brief-template-v3
+  name: Game Brief
+  version: 3.0
+  output:
+    format: markdown
+    filename: docs/game-brief.md
+    title: "{{game_title}} Game Brief"
+
+workflow:
+  mode: interactive
+
+sections:
+  - id: initial-setup
+    instruction: |
+      This template creates a comprehensive game brief that serves as the foundation for all subsequent game development work. The brief should capture the essential vision, scope, and requirements needed to create a detailed Game Design Document.
+      
+      This brief is typically created early in the ideation process, often after brainstorming sessions, to crystallize the game concept before moving into detailed design.
+
+  - id: game-vision
+    title: Game Vision
+    instruction: Establish the core vision and identity of the game. Present each subsection and gather user feedback before proceeding.
+    sections:
+      - id: core-concept
+        title: Core Concept
+        instruction: 2-3 sentences that clearly capture what the game is and why it will be compelling to players
+      - id: elevator-pitch
+        title: Elevator Pitch
+        instruction: Single sentence that captures the essence of the game in a memorable way
+        template: |
+          **"{{game_description_in_one_sentence}}"**
+      - id: vision-statement
+        title: Vision Statement
+        instruction: Inspirational statement about what the game will achieve for players and why it matters
+
+  - id: target-market
+    title: Target Market
+    instruction: Define the audience and market context. Apply `tasks#advanced-elicitation` after presenting this section.
+    sections:
+      - id: primary-audience
+        title: Primary Audience
+        template: |
+          **Demographics:** {{age_range}}, {{platform_preference}}, {{gaming_experience}}
+          **Psychographics:** {{interests}}, {{motivations}}, {{play_patterns}}
+          **Gaming Preferences:** {{preferred_genres}}, {{session_length}}, {{difficulty_preference}}
+      - id: secondary-audiences
+        title: Secondary Audiences
+        template: |
+          **Audience 2:** {{description}}
+          **Audience 3:** {{description}}
+      - id: market-context
+        title: Market Context
+        template: |
+          **Genre:** {{primary_genre}} / {{secondary_genre}}
+          **Platform Strategy:** {{platform_focus}}
+          **Competitive Positioning:** {{differentiation_statement}}
+
+  - id: game-fundamentals
+    title: Game Fundamentals
+    instruction: Define the core gameplay elements. Each subsection should be specific enough to guide detailed design work.
+    sections:
+      - id: core-gameplay-pillars
+        title: Core Gameplay Pillars
+        instruction: 3-5 fundamental principles that guide all design decisions
+        type: numbered-list
+        template: |
+          **{{pillar_name}}** - {{description_and_rationale}}
+      - id: primary-mechanics
+        title: Primary Mechanics
+        instruction: List the 3-5 most important gameplay mechanics that define the player experience
+        repeatable: true
+        template: |
+          **Core Mechanic: {{mechanic_name}}**
+          
+          - **Description:** {{how_it_works}}
+          - **Player Value:** {{why_its_fun}}
+          - **Implementation Scope:** {{complexity_estimate}}
+      - id: player-experience-goals
+        title: Player Experience Goals
+        instruction: Define what emotions and experiences the game should create for players
+        template: |
+          **Primary Experience:** {{main_emotional_goal}}
+          **Secondary Experiences:** {{supporting_emotional_goals}}
+          **Engagement Pattern:** {{how_player_engagement_evolves}}
+
+  - id: scope-constraints
+    title: Scope and Constraints
+    instruction: Define the boundaries and limitations that will shape development. Apply `tasks#advanced-elicitation` to clarify any constraints.
+    sections:
+      - id: project-scope
+        title: Project Scope
+        template: |
+          **Game Length:** {{estimated_content_hours}}
+          **Content Volume:** {{levels_areas_content_amount}}
+          **Feature Complexity:** {{simple|moderate|complex}}
+          **Scope Comparison:** "Similar to {{reference_game}} but with {{key_differences}}"
+      - id: technical-constraints
+        title: Technical Constraints
+        template: |
+          **Platform Requirements:**
+          
+          - Primary: {{platform_1}} - {{requirements}}
+          - Secondary: {{platform_2}} - {{requirements}}
+          
+          **Technical Specifications:**
+          
+          - Engine: Unity & C#
+          - Performance Target: {{fps_target}} FPS on {{target_device}}
+          - Memory Budget: <{{memory_limit}}MB
+          - Load Time Goal: <{{load_time_seconds}}s
+      - id: resource-constraints
+        title: Resource Constraints
+        template: |
+          **Team Size:** {{team_composition}}
+          **Timeline:** {{development_duration}}
+          **Budget Considerations:** {{budget_constraints_or_targets}}
+          **Asset Requirements:** {{art_audio_content_needs}}
+      - id: business-constraints
+        title: Business Constraints
+        condition: has_business_goals
+        template: |
+          **Monetization Model:** {{free|premium|freemium|subscription}}
+          **Revenue Goals:** {{revenue_targets_if_applicable}}
+          **Platform Requirements:** {{store_certification_needs}}
+          **Launch Timeline:** {{target_launch_window}}
+
+  - id: reference-framework
+    title: Reference Framework
+    instruction: Provide context through references and competitive analysis
+    sections:
+      - id: inspiration-games
+        title: Inspiration Games
+        sections:
+          - id: primary-references
+            title: Primary References
+            type: numbered-list
+            repeatable: true
+            template: |
+              **{{reference_game}}** - {{what_we_learn_from_it}}
+      - id: competitive-analysis
+        title: Competitive Analysis
+        template: |
+          **Direct Competitors:**
+          
+          - {{competitor_1}}: {{strengths_and_weaknesses}}
+          - {{competitor_2}}: {{strengths_and_weaknesses}}
+          
+          **Differentiation Strategy:**
+          {{how_we_differ_and_why_thats_valuable}}
+      - id: market-opportunity
+        title: Market Opportunity
+        template: |
+          **Market Gap:** {{underserved_need_or_opportunity}}
+          **Timing Factors:** {{why_now_is_the_right_time}}
+          **Success Metrics:** {{how_well_measure_success}}
+
+  - id: content-framework
+    title: Content Framework
+    instruction: Outline the content structure and progression without full design detail
+    sections:
+      - id: game-structure
+        title: Game Structure
+        template: |
+          **Overall Flow:** {{linear|hub_world|open_world|procedural}}
+          **Progression Model:** {{how_players_advance}}
+          **Session Structure:** {{typical_play_session_flow}}
+      - id: content-categories
+        title: Content Categories
+        template: |
+          **Core Content:**
+          
+          - {{content_type_1}}: {{quantity_and_description}}
+          - {{content_type_2}}: {{quantity_and_description}}
+          
+          **Optional Content:**
+          
+          - {{optional_content_type}}: {{quantity_and_description}}
+          
+          **Replay Elements:**
+          
+          - {{replayability_features}}
+      - id: difficulty-accessibility
+        title: Difficulty and Accessibility
+        template: |
+          **Difficulty Approach:** {{how_challenge_is_structured}}
+          **Accessibility Features:** {{planned_accessibility_support}}
+          **Skill Requirements:** {{what_skills_players_need}}
+
+  - id: art-audio-direction
+    title: Art and Audio Direction
+    instruction: Establish the aesthetic vision that will guide asset creation
+    sections:
+      - id: visual-style
+        title: Visual Style
+        template: |
+          **Art Direction:** {{style_description}}
+          **Reference Materials:** {{visual_inspiration_sources}}
+          **Technical Approach:** {{2d_style_pixel_vector_etc}}
+          **Color Strategy:** {{color_palette_mood}}
+      - id: audio-direction
+        title: Audio Direction
+        template: |
+          **Music Style:** {{genre_and_mood}}
+          **Sound Design:** {{audio_personality}}
+          **Implementation Needs:** {{technical_audio_requirements}}
+      - id: ui-ux-approach
+        title: UI/UX Approach
+        template: |
+          **Interface Style:** {{ui_aesthetic}}
+          **User Experience Goals:** {{ux_priorities}}
+          **Platform Adaptations:** {{cross_platform_considerations}}
+
+  - id: risk-assessment
+    title: Risk Assessment
+    instruction: Identify potential challenges and mitigation strategies
+    sections:
+      - id: technical-risks
+        title: Technical Risks
+        type: table
+        template: |
+          | Risk | Probability | Impact | Mitigation Strategy |
+          | ---- | ----------- | ------ | ------------------- |
+          | {{technical_risk}} | {{high|med|low}} | {{high|med|low}} | {{mitigation_approach}} |
+      - id: design-risks
+        title: Design Risks
+        type: table
+        template: |
+          | Risk | Probability | Impact | Mitigation Strategy |
+          | ---- | ----------- | ------ | ------------------- |
+          | {{design_risk}} | {{high|med|low}} | {{high|med|low}} | {{mitigation_approach}} |
+      - id: market-risks
+        title: Market Risks
+        type: table
+        template: |
+          | Risk | Probability | Impact | Mitigation Strategy |
+          | ---- | ----------- | ------ | ------------------- |
+          | {{market_risk}} | {{high|med|low}} | {{high|med|low}} | {{mitigation_approach}} |
+
+  - id: success-criteria
+    title: Success Criteria
+    instruction: Define measurable goals for the project
+    sections:
+      - id: player-experience-metrics
+        title: Player Experience Metrics
+        template: |
+          **Engagement Goals:**
+          
+          - Tutorial completion rate: >{{percentage}}%
+          - Average session length: {{duration}} minutes
+          - Player retention: D1 {{d1}}%, D7 {{d7}}%, D30 {{d30}}%
+          
+          **Quality Benchmarks:**
+          
+          - Player satisfaction: >{{rating}}/10
+          - Completion rate: >{{percentage}}%
+          - Technical performance: {{fps_target}} FPS consistent
+      - id: development-metrics
+        title: Development Metrics
+        template: |
+          **Technical Targets:**
+          
+          - Zero critical bugs at launch
+          - Performance targets met on all platforms
+          - Load times under {{seconds}}s
+          
+          **Process Goals:**
+          
+          - Development timeline adherence
+          - Feature scope completion
+          - Quality assurance standards
+      - id: business-metrics
+        title: Business Metrics
+        condition: has_business_goals
+        template: |
+          **Commercial Goals:**
+          
+          - {{revenue_target}} in first {{time_period}}
+          - {{user_acquisition_target}} players in first {{time_period}}
+          - {{retention_target}} monthly active users
+
+  - id: next-steps
+    title: Next Steps
+    instruction: Define immediate actions following the brief completion
+    sections:
+      - id: immediate-actions
+        title: Immediate Actions
+        type: numbered-list
+        template: |
+          **{{action_item}}** - {{details_and_timeline}}
+      - id: development-roadmap
+        title: Development Roadmap
+        sections:
+          - id: phase-1-preproduction
+            title: "Phase 1: Pre-Production ({{duration}})"
+            type: bullet-list
+            template: |
+              - Detailed Game Design Document creation
+              - Technical architecture planning
+              - Art style exploration and pipeline setup
+          - id: phase-2-prototype
+            title: "Phase 2: Prototype ({{duration}})"
+            type: bullet-list
+            template: |
+              - Core mechanic implementation
+              - Technical proof of concept
+              - Initial playtesting and iteration
+          - id: phase-3-production
+            title: "Phase 3: Production ({{duration}})"
+            type: bullet-list
+            template: |
+              - Full feature development
+              - Content creation and integration
+              - Comprehensive testing and optimization
+      - id: documentation-pipeline
+        title: Documentation Pipeline
+        sections:
+          - id: required-documents
+            title: Required Documents
+            type: numbered-list
+            template: |
+              Game Design Document (GDD) - {{target_completion}}
+              Technical Architecture Document - {{target_completion}}
+              Art Style Guide - {{target_completion}}
+              Production Plan - {{target_completion}}
+      - id: validation-plan
+        title: Validation Plan
+        template: |
+          **Concept Testing:**
+          
+          - {{validation_method_1}} - {{timeline}}
+          - {{validation_method_2}} - {{timeline}}
+          
+          **Prototype Testing:**
+          
+          - {{testing_approach}} - {{timeline}}
+          - {{feedback_collection_method}} - {{timeline}}
+
+  - id: appendices
+    title: Appendices
+    sections:
+      - id: research-materials
+        title: Research Materials
+        instruction: Include any supporting research, competitive analysis, or market data that informed the brief
+      - id: brainstorming-notes
+        title: Brainstorming Session Notes
+        instruction: Reference any brainstorming sessions that led to this brief
+      - id: stakeholder-input
+        title: Stakeholder Input
+        instruction: Include key input from stakeholders that shaped the vision
+      - id: change-log
+        title: Change Log
+        instruction: Track document versions and changes
+        type: table
+        template: |
+          | Date | Version | Description | Author |
+          | :--- | :------ | :---------- | :----- |