prototype

Automate structured game prototype workflows from concept definition to REPORT.md.

Updated Apr 10, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/emcconnell/nova-scout --skill prototype-emcconnell
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: prototype
Source: https://github.com/emcconnell/nova-scout/tree/main/.claude/skills/prototype
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/emcconnell/nova-scout --skill prototype-emcconnell

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Rapid prototyping workflow that skips normal standards to quickly validate a game concept or mechanic, producing throwaway code and a structured prototype report.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Speeds up concept validation by outlining a phased approach from idea to artifact
  • Generates a reproducible prototype directory at prototypes/[concept-name]/ with a formal REPORT.md
  • Documents decisions and outcomes to guide future design, engineering, and playtesting

Quick Start

Provide a short concept description and initiate the prototyping workflow to create the prototype directory and a REPORT.md.

Frequently Asked Questions about prototype

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I validate a game concept through rapid prototyping?

You validate a game concept by following a structured prototype workflow that automates ideation, planning, implementation, and documentation, generating a dedicated prototypes directory with a standardized REPORT.md to capture decisions and playtesting outcomes.

What is a prototype report for game design and why do I need one?

A prototype report documents decisions and outcomes from early-game mechanic validation to guide future design, engineering, and playtesting. It formalizes concept validation by capturing the results of throwaway code and rapid prototyping in a standardized REPORT.md file.

Can I use this rapid prototyping workflow for early mechanic validation across design and engineering?

Yes, this rapid prototyping workflow applies to early-game mechanic validation across both design and engineering. It enforces lightweight tooling and guides ideation, planning, implementation, and documentation to quickly validate concepts without normal standards.

How do I generate a structured prototype directory for a new game concept?

You generate a reproducible prototype directory by providing a short concept description and initiating the prototyping workflow. It creates a dedicated prototypes/[concept-name]/ directory containing a formal REPORT.md to document the validation process and outcomes.

What's the best way to document playtesting outcomes for a game prototype?

Documenting playtesting outcomes is best handled by generating a standardized REPORT.md within a dedicated prototypes/[concept-name]/ directory. This formal prototype report captures decisions, outcomes, and validation results to guide future design and engineering work.

When should I avoid using throwaway code for rapid prototyping?

You should avoid throwaway code for rapid prototyping when your project requires adherence to normal coding standards rather than quick concept validation. This workflow skips normal standards to rapidly validate mechanics and produce a structured prototype report.