Design de jogos e forró de raiz: construindo uma ferramenta para valorização da cultura cearense

Abstract

This paper discusses the relationship between design and the context of valorization of forró rooted in Ceará, with the general objective of developing a design project as a cultural valorization device, through a playful approach. The following specific objectives were defined: to understand the cultural context of Ceará in which the rooted forró is inserted; identify the main elements of this musical expression; elaborate a game design project structured from the previously identified elements; and analyze the potential of game design as a tool to enhance Ceará’s culture. The research methodology used was based on literature review, while the project methodology was an adaptation of Albuquerque’s method (2010) for game production. A cooperative card game project was developed as an adaptation from the game Hanabi, designed by Antoine Bauza, in 2010. The project sought to represent the theme in its visual identity, through illustrations and the incorporation of rooted forró elements into the basic game mechanics. The development of this work allowed reflections on a more sensitive and playful design production, which has an artificial feature, but does not lose its power of reach and transmission of meanings.