UX design methods are specific techniques that can help to implement UX design principles. For example, user research can be used to gather data on user behavior, needs, expectations, and feedback with surveys, interviews, observations, or analytics. Additionally, creating personas based on user research data can help to better understand a user's demographics, motivations, goals, and frustrations. Mapping out the user journey is also important for identifying pain points and opportunities for improvement. Wireframes can be used to sketch out the product's interface and structure while prototypes can be created with paper, software, or hardware. Usability testing is also essential for testing the product's functionality, usability, and desirability with real users. These methods can be used for game design by involving players in the design process, testing the game's interface, gameplay, and narrative, and measuring the game's performance, satisfaction, and retention.