08-13-2021, 09:30 PM
A lot of older video games weren't very long or complex. However, both the games and the hardware were pretty expensive (especially when you account for inflation). So to make players feel like they were getting their money's worth (and so kids wouldn't beg their parents for another pricey game next month), developers often stretched games out with out-of-the-way secrets, difficult platforming sections, limited lives, or unavoidable level grinding.
Many of the reasons why old-school video games were so difficult aren't as relevant in 2021. Still, there is something rewarding about mastering a challenging video game - especially when it's difficult but not unfairly hard.
Of course, there are some other ways to add replay value - different playable characters, hidden levels, achievements systems, DLC (which is its own can of worms!), excellent multiplayer, or sandbox games like Mario Paint or SimCity.
Nowadays, I don't have as much time to play games, so a game has to be really amazing for me to take the time to try to 100% it!
Many of the reasons why old-school video games were so difficult aren't as relevant in 2021. Still, there is something rewarding about mastering a challenging video game - especially when it's difficult but not unfairly hard.
Of course, there are some other ways to add replay value - different playable characters, hidden levels, achievements systems, DLC (which is its own can of worms!), excellent multiplayer, or sandbox games like Mario Paint or SimCity.
Nowadays, I don't have as much time to play games, so a game has to be really amazing for me to take the time to try to 100% it!
Course clear! You got a card.
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