• Valmond@lemmy.dbzer0.com
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    9 hours ago

    It has nothing to do with 2D/3D, but everything to do with “the grind”.

    Big games optimise for player retention, smaller games optimise for fun.

    • ZILtoid1991@lemmy.world
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      9 hours ago

      And also that these upgrades are entirely optional, so no one will technically soft lock themselves by skipping out on “side content” entirely. This is especially important for speed runners, who usually skip them to further cut time.