Really good read, intelligent criticism of going too deep in simulation.
K.I.S.S. principle in simulation games, I like that.
[quote]We can’t blindly simulate everything, because most things are boring and people can’t understand over-complex systems anyway.[/quote]
Do they have to understand them though? I mean, look back at dwarf fortress. The average person doesn't understand geology and stone layers, but the game simulates them accurately nonetheless. As a player, understanding the system enriches your experience and ability, but it isn't necessary to play and enjoy the game.
[QUOTE=DarkMonkey;41470065]Do they have to understand them though? I mean, look back at dwarf fortress. The average person doesn't understand geology and stone layers, but the game simulates them accurately nonetheless. As a player, understanding the system enriches your experience and ability, but it isn't necessary to play and enjoy the game.[/QUOTE]
Dwarf fortress is hardly a good example as it's not exactly a game with wide appeal or good performance for that matter.
If the simulation is there, but it isn't necessary(or even noticed) by the majority of players, it isn't really needed.
[QUOTE=Cloak Raider;41468968]This article is REALLY REALLY GOOD
READ IT[/QUOTE]
Already read it on Gamasutra over a month ago:
[url]http://www.gamasutra.com/blogs/TynanSylvester/20130602/193462/The_Simulation_Dream.php[/url]
It's a great read for any game dev out there.
I'd recommend checking out his game ([url=http://ludeon.com/blog/eclipse-colony/]Eclipse Colony[/url] if you didn't read the full article)
Very early in development and a public version isn't out yet, but the idea seems very good.
That was a very interesting read.
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