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business5 months ago

Ubisoft Believes Microtransactions Enhance Player Enjoyment

Ubisoft claims that microtransactions enhance the enjoyment of premium games by allowing optional personalization and progression, a stance that has upset many hardcore gamers who see microtransactions as inappropriate for full-priced titles. The practice, introduced in 2017 with Assassin's Creed Origins, continues to be a point of contention, despite Ubisoft's assertions that these purchases are optional and cosmetic.

gaming1 year ago

"Reflecting on the Legacy of 'Monument Valley' a Decade Later"

Monument Valley, a serene puzzle adventure game released in 2014, was a standout in the mobile gaming industry, offering a brief and beautiful experience that stood in contrast to the free-to-play juggernauts. Its success, however, did not set a lasting precedent for premium mobile games, as the industry shifted towards free-to-play models. The game's development process and the challenges faced by premium game developers are highlighted, along with the changing landscape of the App Store and the impact of Apple's policies on indie game developers.