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It frankly startled me how much more fun and amusing this was than single player flappy bird. I immediately laughed out loud when I saw the first second or so
by unoti 13y ago
It frankly startled me how much more fun and amusing this was than single player flappy bird. I immediately laughed out loud when I saw the first second or so of animation. Bravo!
I've recently decided that, for me, if a game design can't be reshaped to being shared with multiple people, I'd rather not make it. To me, games are at their best when they help create shared stories and memories for multiple people. This little thing has glints of promise.
- Pxl_Buzzard 13y ago> To me, games are at their best when they help created shared stories and memories for multiple people. Games like Skyrim and Broken Age are still incredible experiences that have thrived as singleplayer experiences. Ask yourself what you want when you talk about shared stories. Both games I mentioned have moments that can be recalled with other players, and while that isn't the same as a shared memory, players still have a shared experience on some level. On a personal level I certainly lean towards creating shared memories in games I develop, whether with online multiplayer, racing ghosts, or "couch co-op." I think the elements of competition and cooperation are awesome, but I don't think you should dismiss singleplayer content just because of a desire to foster shared experiences.
- chc 13y agoHaven't played Broken Age, but most people I know feel that Skyrim would be improved by a co-op mode.
- scott_karana 13y agoPersonally, I think Skyrim would be a lot more fun as a co-op game. Then the experiences are shared in both senses you're referring to. Of course, that doesn't invalidate your point: both games are excellent standing alone.
- mmatants 13y agoI think that no game is really "single player" for that reason: there's almost always other people to share the experience with, even through non-electronic means. And of course the game creator is also a player - a metaphorical DM who is just not connected live.
- EGreg 13y agoMYST AND RIVEN!
- jrs99 13y agototally agree about sharing. I personally would like something like a "follow the leader" option for people just watching. Then you can root for people getting insanely high scores. That would go viral.
- dragontamer 13y agoIts as if people have already forgotten the Sim City fiasco!
- feralmoan 13y agoInteresting you say that as its a huge trend in the gaming industry but I feel the complete opposite about it. After having people in my face all the time, playing single player games with a strong immersive narrative or environment are the perfect way to unwind. Its like reading a good book or enjoying a gallery. Can't stand multiplayer, here.