Online Vs. Traditional Games

[linda07]

Like you all souls out there I am an avid gamer…done it all, seen it all. Right from playing tetris, super mario, ping pong and other flash games online for free to massively multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG) with anything and everything in between, I have been part of the story as a user.

Then I got the chance to become a developer - computer science degree (quite natural) and job with a software company, the works. This enlightened me to certain facts, like what made the blockbuster games, well blockbusters. I will share with you guys the essentials of a successful online game, played for free or otherwise. These have been a constant over the years and are likely to remain so. They are:

They should be fun

The basic principle which even the most scatterbrained developer would follow, but is often ignored during the zeal of getting the next level of technique. Don’t ever forget that people play games for one reason: to have fun!

The KISS principle

Not that ‘KISS’ silly. Just ‘Keep It Simple Stupid.’ So you are the next whiz kid on the block. Good for you! But for heaven’s sake don’t load people with complex features. Just give clean straight fun without the loops.

Smooth Controls

Even the blandest game can be fun, if controls are easy to master. On the other hand people won’t play the greatest game in the world out of frustration if they have to struggle with the controls. So take care.

Graphics and Sound

Make a good first impression. These are the first things a gamer encounters when he first logs in to play online. So make them attractive and relevant, but don’t go overboard.

Technically sound Structure

• Easy to use authoring interfaces.
• Detailed Help files, sample games, and demonstrations.
• No messy software downloads or installation requirements.
• Options to create games from your web browser.

[linda07]

Online gaming is estimated to be $6.8 billion business by 2011, care to know why? It goes without saying that the competitive and mentally stimulating nature of a game is the main reason. But so are the traditional games, competitive and challenging. So what makes the online games score over them? Let’s see how:

Play online any time…at home

No need to stumble around in search of partners and gaming jaunts. Just boot up, jump on and sign in. With internet find as many partners you want, pit your skills against him/her from the comfort of your own bedroom.

Low or no cost

No outrageous membership fee involved. Just pay a low subscription cost and get start playing to your heart’s content. Moreover there are plenty of online games available for free playing, such as tetris, ping pong, mario bros, super mario games, and many other flash based games can be played for free. Not just that, free online versions of the games offer users the chance to experience the game online before making the decision to purchase and download.

Compete with the Best

So you are beating your friends again and again and want more challenges. You’re only an Internet connection away from pitting your wits against high quality players. It may take some time to cultivate relationships, but they are out there. And online gaming is really the only true way to find them quickly.

Making New Friends

Games with advanced interacting features helps you make some cool international connections, which widens and enriches your friend list. You will meet people from different cultures, having different personalities, but with one common denominator - you all like playing online games.

[yamini]

Play online any time…at home

No need to stumble around in search of partners and gaming jaunts. Just boot up, jump on and sign in. With internet find as many partners you want, pit your skills against him/her from the comfort of your own bedroom.

Low or no cost

No outrageous membership fee involved. Just pay a low subscription cost and get start playing to your heart’s content. Moreover there are plenty of online games available for free playing, such as tetris, ping pong, mario bros, super mario games, and many other flash based games can be played for free. Not just that, free online versions of the games offer users the chance to experience the game online before making the decision to purchase and download

[HardworkingMom]

Yes, I agree. Online games should be fun and simple. Otherwise when it becomes too hard or too simple, users quickly lose interest.

Thanks for sharing this info with us!

HWM