Macrology, discursive games, procedural rhetoric, boredom as play.

This paper coins the term “macrologo game” to describe interactive experiences where excessive, looping, or deliberately tedious dialogue becomes the core mechanic. Analyzing games like The Longing , Seaman , and Disco Elysium’s “inland empire” skill, we argue that macrology serves as a critique of goal-oriented play.

Macro-strategy, micro-mechanics, RTS games, skill ceiling, decision-making.

Mechanics and Balance in [Game Name]: A Macroeconomic Simulation Review

This is likely a typo, a very niche term, or a neologism. Below are the most probable corrections and corresponding paper outlines. If you can confirm which one you meant, I can produce a full draft. 1. Most Likely: Macro-Lo (as in “Macro-Low” or “Macro & Low” game) – A misspelling of Macro Games vs. Micro Games Proposed Paper Title: From Macro Strategies to Micro Mechanics: The Spectrum of Scale in Game Design