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+# Game Brief Validation Checklist
+
+Use this checklist to ensure your game brief is complete and ready for GDD creation.
+
+## Game Vision ✓
+
+- [ ] **Core Concept** is clear and concise (one sentence)
+- [ ] **Elevator Pitch** hooks the reader in 2-3 sentences
+- [ ] **Vision Statement** is aspirational but achievable
+- [ ] Vision captures the emotional experience you want to create
+
+## Target Market ✓
+
+- [ ] **Primary Audience** is specific (not just "gamers")
+- [ ] Age range and experience level are defined
+- [ ] Play session expectations are realistic
+- [ ] **Market Context** demonstrates opportunity
+- [ ] Competitive landscape is understood
+- [ ] You know why this audience will care
+
+## Game Fundamentals ✓
+
+- [ ] **Core Gameplay Pillars** (2-4) are clearly defined
+- [ ] Each pillar is specific and measurable
+- [ ] **Primary Mechanics** describe what players actually DO
+- [ ] **Player Experience Goals** connect mechanics to emotions
+- [ ] Core loop is clear and compelling
+
+## Scope and Constraints ✓
+
+- [ ] **Target Platforms** are prioritized
+- [ ] **Development Timeline** is realistic
+- [ ] **Budget** aligns with scope
+- [ ] **Team Resources** (size, skills) are documented
+- [ ] **Technical Constraints** are identified
+- [ ] Scope matches team capability
+
+## Reference Framework ✓
+
+- [ ] **Inspiration Games** (3-5) are listed with specifics
+- [ ] You know what you're taking vs. NOT taking from each
+- [ ] **Competitive Analysis** covers direct and indirect competitors
+- [ ] **Key Differentiators** are genuine and valuable
+- [ ] Differentiators are specific (not "just better")
+
+## Content Framework ✓
+
+- [ ] **World and Setting** is defined
+- [ ] **Narrative Approach** matches game type
+- [ ] **Content Volume** is estimated (rough order of magnitude)
+- [ ] Playtime expectations are set
+- [ ] Replayability approach is clear
+
+## Art and Audio Direction ✓
+
+- [ ] **Visual Style** is described with references
+- [ ] 2D vs. 3D is decided
+- [ ] **Audio Style** matches game mood
+- [ ] **Production Approach** is realistic for team/budget
+- [ ] Style complexity matches capabilities
+
+## Risk Assessment ✓
+
+- [ ] **Key Risks** are honestly identified
+- [ ] **Technical Challenges** are documented
+- [ ] **Market Risks** are considered
+- [ ] **Mitigation Strategies** are actionable
+- [ ] Assumptions to validate are listed
+
+## Success Criteria ✓
+
+- [ ] **MVP Definition** is truly minimal
+- [ ] MVP can validate core gameplay hypothesis
+- [ ] **Success Metrics** are specific and measurable
+- [ ] **Launch Goals** are realistic
+- [ ] You know what "done" looks like for MVP
+
+## Next Steps ✓
+
+- [ ] **Immediate Actions** are prioritized
+- [ ] **Research Needs** are identified
+- [ ] **Open Questions** are documented
+- [ ] Critical path is clear
+- [ ] Blockers are identified
+
+## Overall Quality ✓
+
+- [ ] Brief is clear and concise (3-5 pages)
+- [ ] Sections are internally consistent
+- [ ] Scope is realistic for team/timeline/budget
+- [ ] Vision is compelling and achievable
+- [ ] You're excited to build this game
+- [ ] Team/stakeholders can understand the vision
+
+## Red Flags 🚩
+
+Watch for these warning signs:
+
+- [ ] ❌ Scope too large for team/timeline
+- [ ] ❌ Unclear core loop or pillars
+- [ ] ❌ Target audience is "everyone"
+- [ ] ❌ Differentiators are vague or weak
+- [ ] ❌ No prototype plan for risky mechanics
+- [ ] ❌ Budget/timeline is wishful thinking
+- [ ] ❌ Market is saturated with no clear positioning
+- [ ] ❌ MVP is not actually minimal
+
+## Ready for Next Steps?
+
+If you've checked most boxes and have no major red flags:
+
+✅ **Ready to proceed to:**
+
+- Prototype core mechanic
+- GDD workflow
+- Team/stakeholder review
+- Market validation
+
+⚠️ **Need more work if:**
+
+- Multiple sections incomplete
+- Red flags present
+- Team/stakeholders don't align
+- Core concept unclear
+
+---
+
+_This checklist is a guide, not a gate. Use your judgment based on project needs._