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Guidance
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Massively Overpowered
Vague Patch Notes: Resenting structure and blaming guidance in MMOs
This article analyzes the evolution of game structure and guidance in MMOs, contrasting early titles like Final Fantasy XI with more modern experiences like Final Fantasy XIV. It discusses how the 'bump method' of exploration in older games has been replaced by more direct questing and guidance, and how this shift impacts player experience and perception of game openness.
Finding Good Video Games
Final Fantasy Dialogue: Seeking a “Fresh Word” When We’ve Already Been Told What to Do
This article uses the dialogue mechanic in Final Fantasy games, where characters repeat lines until an objective is completed, as an analogy for seeking guidance in prayer. It suggests that instead of seeking a new divine word, individuals should focus on obeying the guidance already received, drawing parallels from biblical verses.
