Indie-pendence Day - Game History

<p>Its one-time purchase model and extensibility. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Highly stylized with variable abstraction. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It helped disseminate knowledge of the game's special features. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>He left his job to focus on Minecraft full time. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>By allowing user-generated mods. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Building a community around their software (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Providing tools and support for ease of use (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The growing variety of alternative gaming platforms (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>By selling as many machines as possible (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To provide essential services for game development (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Best bargain for the player. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>May require an established franchise. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Allows access to the game for free with optional purchases. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Seems effective only for specific genres like MMOs. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They can generate revenue over a long period. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They can only generate complementary revenue. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Gaining advantages through in-game purchases. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Low price and short duration of episodes. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Easy to estimate revenue (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Can turn off players if poorly designed (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Subscription (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Only effective for MMO games (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Pay a moderate monthly fee (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Sales concentrated over a long period (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Can be poorly adapted for big games (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Mo’ Creatures (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The possibility of Valve revoking ownership of games (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>70 to 80 percent (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Rag Doll Kung Fu (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To allow users to 'curate' selections of games for recommendations (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Half of the employees come from the community (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Hiring modders and community creators (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The company's exclusive rights to major game franchises (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Usability and visibility due to marketing disparities (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Their produced games are usually exclusive to the platform they are owned by. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They operate with minimal financial support from outside sources. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They are responsible for marketing and manufacturing the games. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Justifying their existence in a digital market. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They design, build, and market game-dedicated hardware. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The same entity acts as both the developer and the publisher of the game. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Independent developers not directly affiliated with any console manufacturer. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Diversify their activities beyond just game distribution. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The ability for independent game developers to directly sell their games to players, bypassing traditional publishers.

The groundbreaking indie game, developed by Markus Persson (Notch), that allows players to build and explore a procedurally generated world.

Games that are designed for player customization and modification, often through the use of community-created content.

A game genre where players explore a world procedurally generated, meaning the content is randomly generated throughout the gameplay.

The process of creating new game content, features, or mechanics by players using tools provided by the game developers.

The ability of a game to be played by multiple players simultaneously.

Games with a visual style that uses simple shapes and forms, often creating a unique aesthetic.

The distance players can see in a game before objects start disappearing or fading.

A digital distribution platform for video games that allows users to buy, download, and play games on their computers.

The potential for Valve to restrict access to games bought on Steam, even if the user paid for them, due to their control over the platform.

The initial impact of Steam on the PC gaming market, with many developers choosing to release their games on the platform.

Steam's approach to make recommendations through user-generated reviews and curated lists, aiming to address the issue of discoverability for new and indie games.

Valve's unique organizational structure where employees lack rigid job titles and are free to move between projects, fostering a culture of flexibility and creativity.

Valve's practice of hiring passionate individuals from the community, including modders and creators, showcasing their commitment to talent and community involvement.

Valve's reputation built on the quality of their products and the extended support they provide for their games.

Valve's philanthropic approach and the positive impact of their company's success.

A business model where players pay a full price upfront for a complete game.

A business model where players can download a demo version and pay for the full game separately.

A business model where players pay a recurring monthly fee for unlimited access to the game.

A business model where players have free access to a basic version of the game with limited features, but can unlock the full experience by paying a monthly fee.

Games with complex features and often a large player base, often use subscription models.

Games with limited features, like those found on social media platforms, often struggle with premium business models.

Games with limited features, like shooter games, often struggle with subscription models due to a lack of ongoing content.

Free-to-play games with optional in-game purchases, often challenge subscription models due to their flexibility and accessibility.

A game release strategy where players pay a recurring fee to access a library of games.

A game release strategy where players pay a small monthly fee for continued access after an initial free trial.

A method of monetization where players pay for additional content within a game.

In-game purchases that only change the appearance of a player's avatar or items.

In-game purchases that provide gameplay advantages, such as faster progression or more powerful items.

A game release strategy where the full game is divided into smaller episodes released gradually over time.

The strategy of offering a game for free, but with additional content available for purchase.

A type of freemium purchase that provides purely aesthetic enhancements to a game.

Software that provides services to applications beyond those offered by the operating system, acting as a bridge between different software components.

Unreal Engine and Unity are popular examples of middleware in the game industry, providing tools and frameworks to simplify game development.

Middleware providers face the challenge of gaining recognition and adoption among developers, as they need to convince them of the benefits of using their software.

They aim to create a strong community around their platforms, which can lead to more developers using the software and ultimately enhance its value.

Focusing on ease of use and providing comprehensive support is a winning strategy for attracting developers and building a thriving ecosystem.

Game developers who operate independently, often relying on self-funding or crowd-funding instead of big publishers.

A company that publishes video games, whether they're developed internally or by other studios.

Companies that design, manufacture, and market hardware specifically for gaming, such as consoles or controllers.

Companies that distribute games to players, either physically (like stores) or digitally (like online platforms).

A video game developer that is fully or partially owned by a platform holder, like a console maker.

Game developers who are independent from platform holders, meaning they don't have to create games exclusively for a specific console.

A company that creates video games without significant financial support from publishers or large sources, relying mostly on self-funding or crowdfunding.

A company that manages all aspects of bringing a video game to market, including manufacturing, marketing, and distribution.