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> 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
by 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!