Crimson Desert is "opposite" to most open-world games because the "magic kicks in" later, says Arkane Lyon boss: "Might be why so many find investing time in it rewarding"

Arkane Lyon studio director Dinga Bakaba believes Crimson Desert's slower early-game pacing, which introduces new mechanics gradually, is key to its rewarding player experience. He contrasts this with games that front-load content, suggesting Crimson Desert's 'friction' makes it 'sticky' in an era of fast consumption. While some players find this approach engaging, others prefer games like The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild.

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• Pearl Abyss
• Deathloop
• The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion
• Kingdom Come: Deliverance
• Crimson Desert
• Dinga Bakaba
• The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild
• Game Design
• Open World Games
• Dishonored 2
• Arkane Lyon