Video game developers confess their hidden tricks.
https://www.polygon.com/2017/9/2/16247112/video-game-developer-secrets
september 2017 ‧ gamedev reddit imported ‧ open in karakeep
From Reddit saved post — r/gamedev, u/Gaikoz, Sep 03 2017
https://www.reddit.com/r/gamedev/comments/6xtn68/video_game_developers_confess_their_hidden_tricks/
Video game developers have revealed various hidden design tricks they use to enhance player experience, such as enemies intentionally missing first shots in BioShock and artificially adjusting health meters to create tension. Developers confessed to manipulating game elements like gravity and character interactions to maintain engagement or realism. These admissions offer insight into the compromises and creative solutions behind game mechanics, likened to uncovering the artifice behind cherished myths. The revelations highlight the balance between player perception and game design realities.
First shots from an enemy in BioShock always miss
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