Printable One-Page GDD Template

This one-page GDD is for game designers, students, and small teams that need a simple planning sheet. It has a [Game title] line, fields for Genre, Platforms, Target player, Session length, Team / engine, and Target release, plus sections for Elevator pitch, Design pillars, Core loop, Key features, and Not in this game. The Design pillars area includes a table with columns for # and Pillar (what the game must feel like), with rows 1, 2, and 3.

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1 page
US Letter — choose “Fit to page” for A4
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Use it to sketch the game before writing a longer document. Fill in the game title and basic details first, then write a short pitch, list the three main pillars, and note the core loop and key features. Use the final section to define what is out of scope so the project stays focused.

Good for

Outline a new game concept
Keep feature scope focused
Share a quick project brief

Tip: Print it single-sided and keep one copy beside your notes during planning.

9 files · PDF, DOCX, XLSX

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