# How to Set Review Intensity Modes (Full, Lean, Solo) in Claude Code Game Studios > Learn how to set review intensity modes Full Lean and Solo in Claude Code Game Studios using /start commands or by editing the review-mode.txt file for flexible project management. - Repository: [Donchitos/Claude-Code-Game-Studios](https://github.com/Donchitos/Claude-Code-Game-Studios) - Tags: how-to-guide - Published: 2026-04-16 --- **Set review intensity modes in Claude Code Game Studios by using the `/start --review ` command to initialize a project, or edit the [`production/review-mode.txt`](https://github.com/Donchitos/Claude-Code-Game-Studios/blob/main/production/review-mode.txt) file directly to change modes mid-session.** Claude Code Game Studios uses **Director Review Modes** to control how many automated "director-gate" checks run during a development session. The mode you select determines how frequently specialist director agents review your work, with options ranging from comprehensive oversight to completely uninterrupted workflows. ## Understanding the Three Review Intensity Modes The repository defines three distinct review intensity levels in [`docs/WORKFLOW-GUIDE.md`](https://github.com/Donchitos/Claude-Code-Game-Studios/blob/main/docs/WORKFLOW-GUIDE.md), each designed for specific development scenarios. ### Full Mode **Full mode** triggers **all** director gates at every step of the development process. This setting runs comprehensive automated reviews continuously, making it ideal for new projects or when learning the system. Use this mode when you want maximum oversight and detailed feedback on every change. ### Lean Mode **Lean mode** limits director reviews to phase transitions, specifically at `/gate-check` checkpoints. This mode suits experienced developers who want faster feedback loops while maintaining quality gates at key milestones. According to the [`docs/WORKFLOW-GUIDE.md`](https://github.com/Donchitos/Claude-Code-Game-Studios/blob/main/docs/WORKFLOW-GUIDE.md) workflow guide, this setting strikes a balance between speed and oversight. ### Solo Mode **Solo mode** disables all director reviews entirely, allowing you to work uninterrupted. This setting maximizes development speed and is perfect for game jams, rapid prototypes, or experimental coding sessions where you want zero automated interruptions from director agents. ## Setting the Global Review Mode You can configure the global review intensity when initializing a project or by modifying the configuration file directly. Initialize a new project with your desired intensity by appending the `--review` flag to the `/start` command: ```bash /start --review full ``` This writes the selected mode to [`production/review-mode.txt`](https://github.com/Donchitos/Claude-Code-Game-Studios/blob/main/production/review-mode.txt), which serves as the persistent configuration file according to the repository source code. To change modes after initialization, edit the configuration file directly: ```bash echo "lean" > production/review-mode.txt ``` Valid values for this file are `full`, `lean`, or `solo`. The system reads this file dynamically, so changes take effect immediately for subsequent commands. ## Overriding Review Intensity for Single Commands For one-off overrides without changing the global setting stored in [`production/review-mode.txt`](https://github.com/Donchitos/Claude-Code-Game-Studios/blob/main/production/review-mode.txt), append the `--review ` flag to any skill command. This temporary override ignores the global configuration for that specific operation. Run a single brainstorming session with full oversight: ```bash /brainstorm space horror --review full ``` Execute an architecture decision with no reviews: ```bash /architecture-decision --review solo ``` Launch a prototyping session with solo intensity: ```bash /brainstorm "retro platformer" --review solo ``` ## Summary - **Review intensity modes** control automated director-gate checks in Donchitos/Claude-Code-Game-Studios - **Full mode** runs all gates at every step; **Lean mode** checks only at phase transitions; **Solo mode** disables reviews entirely - Set the global mode during initialization with `/start --review ` or by writing to [`production/review-mode.txt`](https://github.com/Donchitos/Claude-Code-Game-Studios/blob/main/production/review-mode.txt) - Override the global setting for individual commands using the `--review ` flag - Reference [`docs/WORKFLOW-GUIDE.md`](https://github.com/Donchitos/Claude-Code-Game-Studios/blob/main/docs/WORKFLOW-GUIDE.md) and [`README.md`](https://github.com/Donchitos/Claude-Code-Game-Studios/blob/main/README.md) for detailed explanations of the review mode table ## Frequently Asked Questions ### How do I switch from Full mode to Solo mode without restarting? To switch review intensity modes mid-session, write the new mode directly to the configuration file. Execute `echo "solo" > production/review-mode.txt` to disable all director reviews immediately. The system reads this file dynamically, so subsequent commands will respect the new setting without requiring a project restart. ### Can I use different review modes for different types of tasks? Yes. While the global setting in [`production/review-mode.txt`](https://github.com/Donchitos/Claude-Code-Game-Studios/blob/main/production/review-mode.txt) controls default behavior, you can override it for any single command using the `--review` flag. For example, use `--review full` for critical architecture decisions while keeping `--review solo` for rapid brainstorming sessions, ensuring flexible workflow management as documented in the workflow guide. ### Where is the review mode setting stored? The active review intensity mode persists in the [`production/review-mode.txt`](https://github.com/Donchitos/Claude-Code-Game-Studios/blob/main/production/review-mode.txt) file at your project root. This file is created automatically when you run `/start --review ` during project initialization, and you can modify it manually at any time to adjust your development workflow according to the README documentation. ### What happens if I don't specify a review mode? If you omit the `--review` flag during `/start`, the system uses a default setting defined in the project configuration. However, explicit configuration is recommended to ensure predictable behavior. You can verify the current mode by checking the contents of [`production/review-mode.txt`](https://github.com/Donchitos/Claude-Code-Game-Studios/blob/main/production/review-mode.txt) or consulting the review intensity section in [`README.md`](https://github.com/Donchitos/Claude-Code-Game-Studios/blob/main/README.md).