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What is a key characteristic of turn-based games?
What is a key characteristic of turn-based games?
- Players can act simultaneously at any time.
- Players must complete their turn within a set timeframe.
- Players have an unlimited time to make their moves. (correct)
- The game progresses in real-time without pauses.
Which of the following best describes real-time games?
Which of the following best describes real-time games?
- Players must wait for a timer to run out before acting.
- Players take turns one after another.
- Actions can be taken continuously without breaks. (correct)
- Turns are predetermined and cannot be altered.
What distinguishes the console gaming platform from arcade gaming?
What distinguishes the console gaming platform from arcade gaming?
- Arcade games allow for unlimited player controls.
- Arcade games require proprietary hardware to function.
- Console games are usually played at home on a TV. (correct)
- Console games are typically played in public venues.
How does a time-limited game function?
How does a time-limited game function?
Which platform is characterized by games that are typically played while standing up?
Which platform is characterized by games that are typically played while standing up?
What is a common benefit of real-time games in online environments?
What is a common benefit of real-time games in online environments?
Which of the following describes the complexity that the computer platform adds to gaming?
Which of the following describes the complexity that the computer platform adds to gaming?
Which gaming platform is controlled by hardware manufacturers regarding software development?
Which gaming platform is controlled by hardware manufacturers regarding software development?
What is one of the primary purposes of games developed for social issues?
What is one of the primary purposes of games developed for social issues?
Which genre of games is specifically designed for creative expression?
Which genre of games is specifically designed for creative expression?
What purpose do advergames primarily serve?
What purpose do advergames primarily serve?
Which of the following is NOT a reason people play games?
Which of the following is NOT a reason people play games?
Which game allows players to create their own music?
Which game allows players to create their own music?
From which aspect can games specifically designed for marketing and advertising be categorized?
From which aspect can games specifically designed for marketing and advertising be categorized?
Which of the following is a characteristic of games developed for education?
Which of the following is a characteristic of games developed for education?
What is a key characteristic of time-limited games?
What is a key characteristic of time-limited games?
What potential impact can social games have on players?
What potential impact can social games have on players?
Which of the following describes a handheld gaming device?
Which of the following describes a handheld gaming device?
What defines a single-player game?
What defines a single-player game?
How does mobile gaming differ from handheld gaming?
How does mobile gaming differ from handheld gaming?
Which player mode involves two individuals competing against each other?
Which player mode involves two individuals competing against each other?
What is the main characteristic of tabletop games?
What is the main characteristic of tabletop games?
What feature distinguishes online multiplayer games?
What feature distinguishes online multiplayer games?
How does the choice of player mode impact gameplay?
How does the choice of player mode impact gameplay?
What is a common challenge players face in real-time games?
What is a common challenge players face in real-time games?
Which variant does NOT belong to the MMO genre?
Which variant does NOT belong to the MMO genre?
What is one issue commonly reported in MMOs?
What is one issue commonly reported in MMOs?
How do MMOs typically enhance player interaction?
How do MMOs typically enhance player interaction?
Which of these aspects is NOT a consequence of a player's inability to multitask in real-time games?
Which of these aspects is NOT a consequence of a player's inability to multitask in real-time games?
What is a key characteristic of adventure games?
What is a key characteristic of adventure games?
What distinguishes action-adventure games from pure adventure games?
What distinguishes action-adventure games from pure adventure games?
What type of games are primarily used for military training?
What type of games are primarily used for military training?
Which genre allows players to experience vicarious participation in sports?
Which genre allows players to experience vicarious participation in sports?
How does the action-adventure hybrid genre appeal to different audiences?
How does the action-adventure hybrid genre appeal to different audiences?
What effect has gambling been shown to have according to the context provided?
What effect has gambling been shown to have according to the context provided?
Which of the following best describes process simulations?
Which of the following best describes process simulations?
Why might pure adventure gamers avoid action-adventure games?
Why might pure adventure gamers avoid action-adventure games?
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Study Notes
Platforms and Player Modes
- Distinct characteristics of individual game platforms influence game development and player experience.
- Major game platforms include arcade, console, computer, online, handheld, mobile, and tabletop.
Game Platforms
- Arcade: Stand-alone systems in public places; controls consist of buttons and joysticks; games generally played standing.
- Console: Systems like Sony PlayStation, Microsoft Xbox, and Nintendo; usually used at home and controlled by hardware manufacturers.
- Computer: Played on desktops or laptops; complexity due to varied setups; supports a wide range of games.
- Online: Internet-connected games; can host thousands of players simultaneously; data often stored on multiple servers.
- Handheld: Portable devices with built-in screens and controls; designed for gaming on the go.
- Mobile: Games designed for smartphones and tablets; feature extensive connectivity options for multiplayer experiences.
- Tabletop: Played on surfaces like tables; includes board, card, and role-playing games like Dungeons and Dragons.
Time Intervals
- Turn-Based: Players take turns to act; typically, there's unlimited time for each turn in traditional games.
- Real-Time: No time intervals between actions; popular in online settings for fast-paced play.
- Time-Limited: Combines aspects of both turn-based and real-time games; each player has a strict time limit for turns.
Goals and Genres
- Games serve multiple purposes: entertainment, social interaction, education, recruitment, health, marketing, and artistic expression.
Game Goals
- Entertainment: Primary purpose for many games; aids in relaxation and escaping daily stresses through engaging gameplay.
- Social Interaction: Multiplayer games encourage social engagement between players or teams through competition or cooperation.
- Education: Developed for educational purposes, enhancing learning through interactive elements.
Game Genres
- Adventure: Focuses on storytelling, puzzles, and exploration; often turn-based to allow strategic thinking.
- Action-Adventure: Fuses action with puzzle-solving and narrative; appeals to both action and adventure gamers.
- Casino: Integrates gambling elements; can be addictive and is used for entertainment.
- Simulation: Categorized into sub-genres:
- Vehicle Simulations: Operate complicated vehicles for training and entertainment.
- Sports Simulations: Participants simulate real sports, allowing for vicarious experiences of athletic success.
- Process Simulations: Mimic real-life systems; require multitasking to manage resources effectively.
- Massively Multiplayer Online Games (MMOs): Allow large numbers of players to interact in shared game worlds; includes variations like MMORPGs, MMOFPSs, and MMORTSs; can face issues with player misconduct.
Aesthetics and Creativity
- Some games aim to provoke creative expression and appreciation; examples include WarioWare D.I.Y. and Guitar Hero World Tour, which allow user-generated content.
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