scientific context
- mathematics -- matrix algebra, transforms
- physics -- game physic, particle systems
- computer science -- technological infra-structure
- information theory -- compression and delivery
- media theory -- history of communication
- semiotics -- theory of meaning
societal context
- cultural heritage -- digital dissemination of art
- education & communication -- presentation of concepts and examples
technological context
- modelling -- objects, characters
- interaction -- game programming
- architecture -- game engine design
- rendering -- programming the graphics hardware
creative context
- visual design -- style, models and attributes
- story telling -- narrative structure