Dillon (game design and real-time interactive simulations, DigiPen U., Singapore) examines the elements of how to make a game fun and integrates case studies to illustrate why some games were successful and why others failed. He bases much of his work on the 6-11 Framework, a system incorporating six emotions, 11 instincts, and their interaction. The book would be useful for beginning game designers and others with an interest in the design of immersive video games. Annotation ©2010 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)