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Making Games That Stand Out and Survive

Offered By: GDC via YouTube

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GDC (Game Developers Conference) Courses Game Development Courses Market Analysis Courses Game Design Courses Trend Analysis Courses

Course Description

Overview

Discover strategies for creating games that capture attention and endure in a crowded market through this 2019 GDC talk by Monomi Park founder Nick Popovich. Learn about the true nature of competition in the gaming industry, understand the concept of staying relevant, and explore techniques for maintaining player engagement. Gain insights into how Slime Rancher achieved success by implementing these principles, and uncover the reasons why players connect with a game's sense of "home." Explore practical takeaways for game developers looking to make their titles stand out among thousands of annual releases and sustain long-term interest.

Syllabus

Intro
DISCLAIMER
Major Topics
Rad Game Factz!
Your Actual Competition
DID YOU KNOW???
What do you mean, Stranger?
Why this is important
What is Staying Relevant?
Takeaway
Keeping the Pulse
How Does it Lead to Sales?
In Summary
Why do Players Respond to Home?
Slime Rancher
It Does the Things


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GDC

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