Maybe after seeing the title, some players are ready to use their rich game knowledge reserves to spit on classic turn-based games in the comment area. Indeed, in today's fast-paced age, relatively slow-paced turn-based games seem to have struggled to gain a foothold in the gaming world. However, classic turn-based games like Fantasy Journey to the West, Shenwu 4, and Journey to the West are still on the list of app store game downloads today. So, what is the reason why classic turn-based games still maintain a high degree of popularity in this era that is not favored by the public?
Through the analysis of several classic turn-based games, I think the reasons are roughly divided into the following points:
1. Change the dynasty and constantly introduce fresh and interesting game content.
As the game market continues to change, most classic turn-based games have long since taken on a makeover. These games keep up with the trend of the times to launch a variety of interesting content, such as this year's Spring Festival, "Fantasy Journey to the West" and "My Emperor Sleep" linked to launch a cute and interesting cat mount; during the Winter Olympics, "Dream World 3 Mobile Game" launched the "Bird Pier" as cute as the "Ice Pier".
In terms of gameplay, these classic turn-based games are no longer limited to fighting each other's combat gameplay, but on this basis, casual mini-games (killing fun, maze walking, fishing, etc.) and a new home system are added. Players will not only be able to relax with these mini-games, but will also be able to freely use their imaginations and decorate their own in-game homes in the new home system.
2. Pay attention to social networking and help players build a circle of friends in the game.
In most of today's classic turn-based games, there are basically multiple chat systems or social systems. For example, in "Dream World 3 Mobile Game", players can chat on multiple chat channels such as gangs, teams, and friends, and can also share their own interesting facts on the friends show channel. All of this lays the foundation for players to expand their social circle in the game.
In addition, the game often sets up worship, marriage, children and other systems, which undoubtedly add to the social system in the game, helping players to establish a deeper emotional bond in the game. It is the expansion of these circles of communication and the establishment of emotional bonds that have led many players to regard the game as another home. Going online and nagging with friends when idle has become a habit for these players.
3. Play as you go, giving players more freedom to spend their time.
Unlike competitive games such as League of Legends and Glory of Kings, classic turn-based games now often have automatic combat functions, which means that players can spend more freely time in the game. The similar setting of playing and stopping in the game is undoubtedly a blessing for many migrant workers and student parties, after all, they can hang up at any time during the game to do other things. This way you can not delay other things, but also enjoy the joy of the game. The following is the personal experience of a netizen. (Chinese parents are ambassadors for the promotion of classic turn-based games, which is also too real!) ）
The only constant in the game world is change, and now the fire may be a passionate competitive game, maybe one day people will get tired of such a busy life, and begin to pursue the classic turn-based Buddhist system. Of course, classic turn-based games should not stop, and we must continue to pay attention to the players' game experience and strive to launch better game content.