BBC NEWS | Technology | Games suffer from 'geek stereotype'
"Games are still too difficult for a mass audience," she told the Game Developers Conference, held at London's Earls Court last week. "People don't focus on gameplay. Instead they make a beautiful game that is no fun."
One of the main obstacles was the complicated controls of many of today's games, as well as tough levels which left many players frustrated.
"You want a game that is challenging but never frustrating," said Ms Fryer.
She urged game makers to come up with titles that would appeal to a hardcore 15-year-old gamer as well as someone older who just wants to have fun.
Absolutely. The figures point to gaming being a mass market phenomena and revenues rising, people are spending more and enjoy the experience but gaming needs to broaden its appeal.
Sony's Eye Toy for the PS2 is a big step in the right direction. A brillaint idea, with simple, annoyingly addictive games for everyone to play. They may not have the beauty or the depth of something like Grand Theft Auto: Vice City or Halo but my 6 year old can play, even my 2 year old can play and know (roughly) what they are doing, and moe importantly compete against me and their grand parents.
If you have a PS2, I wholehearted recommend the Eye Toy - buy it now!
Posted by Paul Goodison at September 2, 2003 09:54 PM | TrackBack