Build interfaces that feel like gameplay.
A curated collection of UI principles, micro-interactions, and layout systems optimized for gaming apps. Every pattern is battle-tested in production environments where clarity and speed are non-negotiable.
- Kinetic Typography Systems
- Particle-Accelerated Backgrounds
- 3D-Responsive Card Tilt Systems
"tilt_sensitivity": 0.8,
"particle_density": 32,
"ease_curve": "cubic-bezier(0.25, 0.46, 0.45, 0.94)"
The Design Lens
A criteria framework for evaluating UI decisions in gaming contexts.
Optimization Criteria
- • Performance: Sub-16ms frame budget for interactions. GPU acceleration for particle systems.
- • Clarity: 4.5:1 contrast ratio minimum. No interaction relys on hover alone.
- • Mood: Visual feedback loops that reinforce core loop (progression, acquisition, skill).
Complex animations may require reduced-motion fallbacks. We mitigate by testing with OS-level settings enabled.
What It Optimizes
- Player retention loops
- Intuitive skill feedback
- Performance on mid-tier devices
What It Sacrifices
- Maximum visual density
- Zero-loading states
- Generic "enterprise" aesthetics
Implementation Boundaries
- Layer-1: Core system tokens
- Layer-2: Interaction primitives
- Layer-3: Composition blocks
Evidence & Constraints
Real scenarios that shaped these patterns. No assumptions without boundaries.
On a mid-range Android device (Snapdragon 720G), particle systems exceeding 48 instances drop frames. We cap at 32 and use CSS 3D transforms for 3D tilt to offload to GPU.
will-change: transform; /* Hint to browser */
transform-style: preserve-3d;
Kinetic typography that fails the prefers-reduced-motion query is a deal-breaker. Every major animation must have a `transition: none` fallback that preserves readability.
Assumes WebGL-enabled context for particle fields. Fallback to CSS `filter: blur()` is less performant but ensures compatibility. This changes our recommendation for low-end devices.
Glossary: A Curated View
Terms we use, and the specific meaning we give them. Not dictionary definitions.
Kinetic Typography
Type + Motion
Not just 'moving text'. It's type that responds to context. A level-up notification might track vertically. A currency counter might 'flip' with a subtle 3D rotation. The motion reinforces the semantics.
Particle Field
Ambient Feedback
We define this as *decorative* feedback, never *critical* information. A field of dots accelerating on a 'pull-to-refresh' gesture creates rhythm without obscuring the loading spinner's data.
3D Tilt System
Spatial Feedback
Uses `transform: perspective()` and `rotateX/Y`. We limit Z-axis translation to 4px to avoid causing motion sickness (a real consideration). It provides depth, not drama.
Mood Layer
Aesthetic State
A non-functional visual overlay (e.g., a subtle vignette, a color tint) that shifts based on game state (combat, inventory, shop). It's a low-cost way to signal context change.
Interaction Primitive
Core Building Block
The smallest unit of interaction: button press, swipe detection, drag-to-move. We document the *success* and *failure* state of each primitive, not just its appearance.
Design Token
System Variable
Not just colors. Includes animation durations, shadow intensities, and `ease` curves. A token change propagates through the entire system, ensuring consistency.
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View the Implementation ExampleMethodology Note
This system is evaluated against two primary axes: Robustness and Developer Experience. Every pattern must survive a refactor, and every token must be named for its intent, not its appearance.
Limits: This is a starting point, not an encyclopedia. We intentionally omit complex state machines (e.g., inventory drag-and-drop) because those are too context-specific. Focus here is on primitives that compose into complex flows.
Risk Mitigation: We use a "particle budget" (max active instances per view) and a "tilt threshold" (max rotation angle) to prevent overuse. These are runtime checks in the JS layer, enforced by design audit.
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