Jumat, 20 Februari 2015

Open World Video Games & 3 Helpful Game Design Methods

By Jennifer Marie Anderson


Video games can be home to some of the most breathtaking worlds that digital media can create. They grant the player a sense of freedom, as he or she will be able to explore every last inch of the world for the purpose of getting the most out of it. Of course, this can be a challenge for those who are heavily involved in game design. In order for the best open worlds to be created, in the long term, here is a list of 3 hints that's more than worth focusing on.

Creativity is one of the initial talking points when it comes to the creation of open worlds in games. Shouldn't players feel like there is more than enough for them to get involved in, even if it means that they have to make the effort to create as well? "Minecraft" did a tremendous job of this, as it is a video game that practically necessitates the creativity in question. When players are tasked with building their own worlds, greater possibilities stand the chance of surfacing.

The open world element shouldn't feel repetitive, either. "Fallout 3," for example, grants the player a massive post-apocalyptic terrain to explore. There are many hazards, as well as numerous enemies, to account for, meaning that caution is better exercised in some areas more than others. Nonetheless, it never feels like the world itself is bland. If anything, it makes the player wonder what, exactly, they will be in store for as they venture on.

You should also focus on the idea of imagination, as it relates to the creation of open world video games. There are numerous ideas that have been done already, which goes without saying, and I believe that they can be made even more special with unique touches. Yes, not everything can be the first of its kind. However, established concepts can be built upon with fresh concepts, thereby helping to create an experience that one can become easily engrossed in for the long haul.

When created well, open worlds can create some of the greatest possibilities for players. Sometimes they can go off the predetermined path, in search of other obstacles and goals to focus on for a short time. The open world element may be avoided entirely, by certain players, which is fine as well. There simply has to be a level of scope to consider and when this is set in place, there's no doubt that one's efforts in game design can be that much stronger.




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