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I often find storytelling in games to be a time-wasting distraction. For example, Slay the Spire would be significantly improved if the narrative elements were
by jckahn 3y ago
I often find storytelling in games to be a time-wasting distraction. For example, Slay the Spire would be significantly improved if the narrative elements were removed and I could just focus on the duels. I play games to play. If I want a story, I’ll watch TV or a movie.
- jzb 3y agoSame. Sadly, I feel we’re in the minority. I don’t want cutscenes, a narrative, or anything that drags me out of the flow of gameplay. For my money, Quake III Arena was pretty much the pinnacle of gaming: play a match quickly, go to the next one or stop. Perfect.
- jckahn 3y agoThe Tony Hawk games (mostly) nail this flow as well!