Entry #176: The Danger of "Safe" Sequels
- Once you have $3M+, build a medium office.
- Hire a Researcher – research Sound Design and Marketing Boost.
- Release one main game per year, one small sequel in between.
- Always remaster your best game every 5 years for new consoles.
Additional Resources:
- Game Dev Tycoon Wiki: This is a great resource for detailed guides, including strategies for different stages of the game.
- Forums and Community Guides: The game's community is active, and you can find many user-created guides that offer insights into successful strategies.
Matching the right Topic with the right Genre and Audience is the foundation of any high-score run. Game Dev Tycoon 2021: Top Combinations & Strategies - Ftp
: Success in this version depends on correctly setting sliders (Engine, Gameplay, Story, etc.) based on the genre. For example, Action games prioritize Level Design , while RPGs require high Story/Quests World Design Multi-Genre Balancing
My accountant pointed at the bank balance. My publisher whispered, "They want more zombies."
- Action: Technology > Gameplay
- Adventure: Gameplay > Story/Quest
- RPG: Story/Quest & World Design > Tech
- Simulation: Technology & Systems > AI
- Strategy: AI & Balance > UI
. Balance is key; neglect the wrong slider, and the critics will be merciless [5.5, 5.16]. The "Pong" Trick