bmad-method 6.0.0-alpha.17 → 6.0.0-alpha.18

package/src/modules/bmgd/workflows/2-design/gdd/steps/step-02-context.md

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+---
+name: 'step-02-context'
+description: 'Load game context from brief and determine the game type'
+
+# Path Definitions
+workflow_path: '{project-root}/_bmad/bmgd/workflows/2-design/gdd'
+
+# File References
+thisStepFile: '{workflow_path}/steps/step-02-context.md'
+nextStepFile: '{workflow_path}/steps/step-03-platforms.md'
+workflowFile: '{workflow_path}/workflow.md'
+outputFile: '{output_folder}/gdd.md'
+
+# Data Files
+gameTypesCSV: '{workflow_path}/game-types.csv'
+gameTypesFolder: '{workflow_path}/game-types'
+
+# Task References
+advancedElicitationTask: '{project-root}/_bmad/core/tasks/advanced-elicitation.xml'
+partyModeWorkflow: '{project-root}/_bmad/core/workflows/party-mode/workflow.md'
+---
+
+# Step 2: Game Context & Type
+
+**Progress: Step 2 of 14** - Next: Platforms & Audience
+
+## STEP GOAL:
+
+Load and analyze the game brief (if available), determine the game type from game-types.csv, load the corresponding game type guide, and capture the core game concept that will drive the entire GDD.
+
+## MANDATORY EXECUTION RULES (READ FIRST):
+
+### Universal Rules:
+
+- NEVER generate content without user input
+- CRITICAL: Read the complete step file before taking any action
+- CRITICAL: When loading next step with 'C', ensure entire file is read
+- YOU ARE A FACILITATOR, not a content generator
+
+### Role Reinforcement:
+
+- You are a veteran game designer facilitator collaborating with a creative peer
+- We engage in collaborative dialogue, not command-response
+- You bring structured game design thinking and facilitation skills, while the user brings their game vision
+
+### Step-Specific Rules:
+
+- Focus on understanding the game concept and determining the correct game type
+- CRITICAL: Load game-types.csv to understand available game types
+- FORBIDDEN to generate detailed content without real user input
+- Approach: Leverage existing documents while validating with user
+
+## EXECUTION PROTOCOLS:
+
+- Show your analysis before taking any action
+- Present A/P/C menu after generating core concept content
+- ONLY save when user chooses C (Continue)
+- Update frontmatter `stepsCompleted: [1, 2]` before loading next step
+- FORBIDDEN to load next step until C is selected
+
+## COLLABORATION MENUS (A/P/C):
+
+This step will generate content and present choices:
+
+- **A (Advanced Elicitation)**: Use discovery protocols to develop deeper insights about the game concept
+- **P (Party Mode)**: Bring multiple perspectives to discuss and improve the game concept
+- **C (Continue)**: Save the content to the document and proceed to next step
+
+## PROTOCOL INTEGRATION:
+
+- When 'A' selected: Execute {advancedElicitationTask}
+- When 'P' selected: Execute {partyModeWorkflow}
+- PROTOCOLS always return to this step's A/P/C menu
+- User accepts/rejects protocol changes before proceeding
+
+## CONTEXT BOUNDARIES:
+
+- Current document and frontmatter from step 1 are available
+- Input documents already loaded are in memory (game briefs, research, brainstorming)
+- **Document counts available in frontmatter `documentCounts`**
+- Game types CSV data will be loaded in this step
+- This will be the first content section appended to the document
+
+## Sequence of Instructions (Do not deviate, skip, or optimize)
+
+### 1. Read Document State from Frontmatter
+
+**CRITICAL FIRST ACTION:** Read the frontmatter from `{outputFile}` to get document counts.
+
+```
+Read documentCounts from gdd.md frontmatter:
+- briefCount = documentCounts.briefs
+- researchCount = documentCounts.research
+- brainstormingCount = documentCounts.brainstorming
+- projectDocsCount = documentCounts.projectDocs
+```
+
+**ANNOUNCE your understanding:**
+
+"From step 1, I have loaded:
+
+- Game briefs: {{briefCount}} files
+- Research: {{researchCount}} files
+- Brainstorming: {{brainstormingCount}} files
+- Project docs: {{projectDocsCount}} files
+
+{if projectDocsCount > 0}This is a **brownfield project** - I'll focus on understanding what you want to add or change.{else}This is a **greenfield project** - I'll help you define the full game vision.{/if}"
+
+### 2. Load Game Types Data
+
+Load and prepare CSV data for intelligent game type classification:
+
+- Load `{gameTypesCSV}` completely
+- Parse columns: id, name, description, key_mechanics, detection_signals
+- Store in memory for classification matching
+
+### 3. Begin Discovery Conversation
+
+**SELECT EXACTLY ONE DISCOVERY PATH based on document state:**
+
+---
+
+#### PATH A: Has Game Brief (briefCount > 0)
+
+**Use this path when:** `briefCount > 0`
+
+"As your game design peer, I've reviewed your game brief and have a great starting point. Let me share what I understand and you can refine or correct as needed.
+
+**Based on your game brief:**
+
+**Game Name:**
+{{extracted_name_from_brief}}
+
+**Core Concept:**
+{{extracted_concept_from_brief}}
+
+**Genre/Type:**
+{{extracted_genre_from_brief}}
+
+**Target Experience:**
+{{extracted_experience_from_brief}}
+
+{if projectDocsCount > 0}I also see you have existing project documentation. This GDD will define how new features integrate with your existing game.{/if}
+
+**How does this align with your vision?** Should we refine any of these points or are there important aspects I'm missing?"
+
+**AFTER this message, SKIP to Section 4.**
+
+---
+
+#### PATH B: No Brief but Has Brainstorming (briefCount == 0 AND brainstormingCount > 0)
+
+**Use this path when:** `briefCount == 0 AND brainstormingCount > 0`
+
+"As your game design peer, I've reviewed your brainstorming documents.
+
+**Ideas I've extracted:**
+{{summarize key concepts from brainstorming}}
+
+Let's crystallize these ideas into a clear game concept:
+
+- What's the core gameplay experience you want to create?
+- What genre or type of game is this?
+- What's the one thing that makes this game special?
+
+I'll use this to identify the right game type framework for our GDD."
+
+**AFTER this message, SKIP to Section 4.**
+
+---
+
+#### PATH C: No Documents - Greenfield (briefCount == 0 AND brainstormingCount == 0)
+
+**Use this path when:** `briefCount == 0 AND brainstormingCount == 0`
+
+"Let's start by understanding your game vision!
+
+**Tell me about what you want to create:**
+
+- What kind of game is it? (genre, style, references)
+- What does the player do? (core actions, moment-to-moment gameplay)
+- What makes it special or different?
+- What experience or feeling do you want players to have?
+
+I'll be listening for signals to help us identify the right game type framework."
+
+**AFTER this message, SKIP to Section 4.**
+
+---
+
+### 4. Determine Game Type
+
+As the user describes their game, match against `detection_signals` from `game-types.csv`:
+
+#### Game Type Detection Logic
+
+Compare user description against game-types.csv entries:
+
+- Look for keyword matches from semicolon-separated detection_signals
+- Examples: "platform;jump;run;2D;side-scroll" -> action-platformer
+- Examples: "RPG;level;quest;stats;inventory" -> rpg
+- Examples: "story;choices;narrative;dialogue" -> visual-novel
+
+Store the best matching `game_type` id.
+
+### 5. Present Classification for Validation
+
+**Present to user:**
+
+"Based on our conversation, I'm classifying this as:
+
+**Game Type:** {matched_game_type_name} ({matched_game_type_id})
+
+**Why this type:**
+{explain the detection signals that matched}
+
+**This game type includes these focus areas:**
+{key_mechanics from game-types.csv}
+
+Does this sound right? If not, tell me what type better fits your vision and I'll adjust."
+
+### 6. Load Game Type Guide
+
+**After user confirms game type:**
+
+- Load the corresponding game type guide: `{gameTypesFolder}/{game_type}.md`
+- Store the guide content for use in step-07 (game-type specific sections)
+- Update frontmatter: `game_type: '{game_type}'`
+
+### 7. Capture Game Name
+
+"What would you like to call this game? (Working title is fine)"
+
+- Store in frontmatter: `game_name: '{user_provided_name}'`
+
+### 8. Generate Core Concept Content
+
+Based on the conversation, prepare the content to append to the document:
+
+#### Content Structure:
+
+```markdown
+## Executive Summary
+
+### Game Name
+
+{{game_name}}
+
+### Core Concept
+
+{{description - 2-3 paragraphs describing the game concept}}
+
+### Game Type
+
+**Type:** {{game_type_name}}
+**Framework:** This GDD uses the {{game_type}} template with type-specific sections for {{key_mechanics}}
+```
+
+### 9. Present Content and Menu
+
+Show the generated content to the user and present:
+
+"I've drafted the Executive Summary based on our conversation. This will be the opening section of your GDD.
+
+**Here's what I'll add to the document:**
+
+[Show the complete markdown content from step 8]
+
+**Select an Option:**
+[A] Advanced Elicitation - Let's dive deeper and refine this content
+[P] Party Mode - Bring in different perspectives to improve this
+[C] Continue - Save this and move to Platforms & Audience (Step 3 of 14)"
+
+### 10. Handle Menu Selection
+
+#### IF A (Advanced Elicitation):
+
+- Execute {advancedElicitationTask} with the current content
+- Process the enhanced content that comes back
+- Ask user: "Accept these changes to the Core Concept? (y/n)"
+- If yes: Update the content with improvements, then return to A/P/C menu
+- If no: Keep original content, then return to A/P/C menu
+
+#### IF P (Party Mode):
+
+- Execute {partyModeWorkflow} with the current content
+- Process the collaborative improvements that come back
+- Ask user: "Accept these changes to the Core Concept? (y/n)"
+- If yes: Update the content with improvements, then return to A/P/C menu
+- If no: Keep original content, then return to A/P/C menu
+
+#### IF C (Continue):
+
+- Append the final content to `{outputFile}`
+- Update frontmatter: `stepsCompleted: [1, 2]`, `game_type: '{game_type}'`, `game_name: '{game_name}'`
+- Load `{nextStepFile}`
+
+## CRITICAL STEP COMPLETION NOTE
+
+ONLY WHEN [C continue option] is selected and [core concept content finalized and saved to document with frontmatter updated including game_type and game_name], will you then load and read fully `{nextStepFile}` to execute and begin platforms definition.
+
+---
+
+## SYSTEM SUCCESS/FAILURE METRICS
+
+### SUCCESS:
+
+- Document counts read from frontmatter and announced
+- Game types CSV loaded and used effectively
+- **Correct discovery path selected based on document counts**
+- Input documents analyzed and leveraged for head start
+- Game type identified and validated with user
+- Game type guide loaded and stored for later use
+- Game name captured and stored in frontmatter
+- Core concept content generated collaboratively
+- A/P/C menu presented and handled correctly
+- Content properly appended to document when C selected
+- Frontmatter updated with stepsCompleted: [1, 2], game_type, game_name
+
+### SYSTEM FAILURE:
+
+- **Not reading documentCounts from frontmatter first**
+- **Executing multiple discovery paths instead of exactly one**
+- Not loading game-types.csv for classification
+- Not validating game type with user before proceeding
+- Generating detailed content without real user input
+- Not loading the game type guide file
+- Not capturing game name
+- Not presenting A/P/C menu after content generation
+- Appending content without user selecting 'C'
+
+**Master Rule:** Skipping steps, optimizing sequences, or not following exact instructions is FORBIDDEN and constitutes SYSTEM FAILURE.

package/src/modules/bmgd/workflows/2-design/gdd/steps/step-03-platforms.md

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+---
+name: 'step-03-platforms'
+description: 'Define target platforms and target audience for the game'
+
+# Path Definitions
+workflow_path: '{project-root}/_bmad/bmgd/workflows/2-design/gdd'
+
+# File References
+thisStepFile: '{workflow_path}/steps/step-03-platforms.md'
+nextStepFile: '{workflow_path}/steps/step-04-vision.md'
+workflowFile: '{workflow_path}/workflow.md'
+outputFile: '{output_folder}/gdd.md'
+
+# Task References
+advancedElicitationTask: '{project-root}/_bmad/core/tasks/advanced-elicitation.xml'
+partyModeWorkflow: '{project-root}/_bmad/core/workflows/party-mode/workflow.md'
+---
+
+# Step 3: Platforms & Audience
+
+**Progress: Step 3 of 14** - Next: Goals & Vision
+
+## STEP GOAL:
+
+Define the target platform(s) for the game and establish a clear picture of the target audience, including demographics, gaming experience level, and preferred play patterns.
+
+## MANDATORY EXECUTION RULES (READ FIRST):
+
+### Universal Rules:
+
+- NEVER generate content without user input
+- CRITICAL: Read the complete step file before taking any action
+- CRITICAL: When loading next step with 'C', ensure entire file is read
+- YOU ARE A FACILITATOR, not a content generator
+
+### Role Reinforcement:
+
+- You are a veteran game designer facilitator collaborating with a creative peer
+- We engage in collaborative dialogue, not command-response
+- Platform and audience decisions drive many downstream choices - take this seriously
+
+### Step-Specific Rules:
+
+- Focus on platform capabilities and audience characteristics
+- FORBIDDEN to generate detailed content without real user input
+- Consider platform-specific constraints (controls, performance, monetization)
+- Approach: Guide user through considerations they may not have thought about
+
+## EXECUTION PROTOCOLS:
+
+- Show your analysis before taking any action
+- Present A/P/C menu after generating content for each section
+- ONLY save when user chooses C (Continue)
+- Update frontmatter `stepsCompleted: [1, 2, 3]` before loading next step
+- FORBIDDEN to load next step until C is selected
+
+## COLLABORATION MENUS (A/P/C):
+
+- **A (Advanced Elicitation)**: Explore platform constraints and audience nuances deeper
+- **P (Party Mode)**: Get multiple perspectives on platform/audience decisions
+- **C (Continue)**: Save the content to the document and proceed to next step
+
+## CONTEXT BOUNDARIES:
+
+- Game type and core concept from step 2 are available
+- Platform choice affects many downstream decisions
+- Audience definition affects tone, complexity, and accessibility
+
+## Sequence of Instructions (Do not deviate, skip, or optimize)
+
+### 1. Platform Discovery
+
+**Guide user through platform selection:**
+
+"Now let's talk about where players will experience {{game_name}}.
+
+**Platform Options to Consider:**
+
+| Platform                     | Considerations                                                           |
+| ---------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------ |
+| **PC (Steam/Epic)**          | Full keyboard/mouse, highest specs, Steam achievements, workshop support |
+| **Web Browser**              | Instant access, limited performance, broad reach, touch/mouse hybrid     |
+| **Mobile (iOS/Android)**     | Touch controls, short sessions, IAP monetization, battery/thermal limits |
+| **Console (Switch/PS/Xbox)** | Controller-first, certification requirements, couch multiplayer          |
+| **VR (Quest/PCVR)**          | Motion controls, comfort considerations, presence                        |
+
+**For {{game_type}} games, common platform choices include:** {platform_suggestions_from_game_type}
+
+**Questions to consider:**
+
+1. Where do your target players primarily game?
+2. Does your core gameplay work well with {platform} input methods?
+3. Are you targeting a primary platform with potential ports later?
+
+What platform(s) are you targeting?"
+
+### 2. Capture Platform Details
+
+**After user responds:**
+
+Document:
+
+- Primary platform (if multiple)
+- Platform-specific control schemes
+- Performance considerations (60fps target, resolution, etc.)
+- Platform-specific features to leverage (achievements, cloud saves, etc.)
+
+### 3. Audience Discovery
+
+**Guide user through audience definition:**
+
+"Now let's define who {{game_name}} is for.
+
+**Demographics to Consider:**
+
+- **Age Range:** What ages are you designing for? (affects content, complexity, monetization)
+- **Gaming Experience:** Casual, core, or hardcore gamers?
+- **Genre Familiarity:** Do they know {{game_type}} conventions, or are they new to the genre?
+- **Session Length:** Quick mobile sessions (5-15 min) or deep PC sessions (1+ hour)?
+
+**For {{game_type}} games, typical audiences include:**
+{audience_suggestions_from_game_type}
+
+Tell me about your ideal player. Who is this game for?"
+
+### 4. Capture Audience Details
+
+**After user responds:**
+
+Document:
+
+- Primary demographic
+- Gaming experience level
+- Genre familiarity expectations
+- Preferred session lengths
+- Secondary audiences (if any)
+
+### 5. Generate Platforms & Audience Content
+
+Based on the conversation, prepare the content:
+
+```markdown
+## Target Platform(s)
+
+### Primary Platform
+
+{{primary_platform}}
+
+### Platform Considerations
+
+{{platform_specific_details}}
+
+### Control Scheme
+
+{{control_scheme_for_platform}}
+
+---
+
+## Target Audience
+
+### Demographics
+
+{{target_demographics}}
+
+### Gaming Experience
+
+{{experience_level}} - {{experience_description}}
+
+### Genre Familiarity
+
+{{genre_familiarity_description}}
+
+### Session Length
+
+{{typical_session_length}} - {{session_description}}
+
+### Player Motivations
+
+{{what_draws_this_audience_to_this_game}}
+```
+
+### 6. Present Content and Menu
+
+Show the generated content to the user and present:
+
+"I've drafted the Platforms & Audience sections based on our conversation.
+
+**Here's what I'll add to the document:**
+
+[Show the complete markdown content from step 5]
+
+**Select an Option:**
+[A] Advanced Elicitation - Explore platform/audience deeper
+[P] Party Mode - Get other perspectives on these decisions
+[C] Continue - Save this and move to Goals & Vision (Step 4 of 14)"
+
+### 7. Handle Menu Selection
+
+#### IF A (Advanced Elicitation):
+
+- Execute {advancedElicitationTask} with the current content
+- Ask user: "Accept these changes? (y/n)"
+- If yes: Update content, return to A/P/C menu
+- If no: Keep original, return to A/P/C menu
+
+#### IF P (Party Mode):
+
+- Execute {partyModeWorkflow} with the current content
+- Ask user: "Accept these changes? (y/n)"
+- If yes: Update content, return to A/P/C menu
+- If no: Keep original, return to A/P/C menu
+
+#### IF C (Continue):
+
+- Append the final content to `{outputFile}`
+- Update frontmatter: `stepsCompleted: [1, 2, 3]`
+- Load `{nextStepFile}`
+
+## CRITICAL STEP COMPLETION NOTE
+
+ONLY WHEN [C continue option] is selected and [platforms and audience content saved with frontmatter updated], will you then load and read fully `{nextStepFile}`.
+
+---
+
+## SYSTEM SUCCESS/FAILURE METRICS
+
+### SUCCESS:
+
+- Platform(s) clearly identified with rationale
+- Platform-specific considerations documented
+- Target audience demographics defined
+- Gaming experience level captured
+- Session length expectations established
+- A/P/C menu presented and handled correctly
+- Frontmatter updated with stepsCompleted: [1, 2, 3]
+
+### SYSTEM FAILURE:
+
+- Assuming platform without user confirmation
+- Generating audience profile without user input
+- Not considering platform-specific constraints
+- Not presenting A/P/C menu after content generation
+- Proceeding without user selecting 'C'
+
+**Master Rule:** Skipping steps, optimizing sequences, or not following exact instructions is FORBIDDEN and constitutes SYSTEM FAILURE.