🎮Video games use fake mechanics to give the illusion of speed or abilities.
😱Psychological horror games like 'Eternal Darkness' mess with players' minds, even faking errors or deleting saved data.
❤️Health bars in some games deceive players by making the last fraction worth more HP.
⏰Timer-based games like 'Mario' often use shorter in-game seconds to add pressure.
😈Games like 'Doki Doki Literature Club' hide their dark themes beneath a cute exterior, shocking players with disturbing twists.
Why do video games use fake mechanics?
—Fake mechanics can enhance gameplay and give players a sense of immersion, even if they don't affect the game's outcome.
Are there other psychological horror games like 'Eternal Darkness'?
—Yes, there are many other psychological horror games that mess with players' minds and use deceptive mechanics to create a terrifying experience.
Do all games deceive players with health bars?
—No, not all games use this deceptive tactic, but it's a common strategy to create suspense and tension in certain games.
Why do timer-based games use shorter in-game seconds?
—Using shorter in-game seconds adds pressure to players, creating a sense of urgency and challenging gameplay.
Are there other games like 'Doki Doki Literature Club'?
—There are other games that subvert player expectations and transition from cute to dark themes, but 'Doki Doki Literature Club' is particularly known for its shocking twists.
03:38Video games often use fake mechanics, like speed boosts that don't affect actual speed, to enhance the gameplay experience.
06:32Psychological horror games like 'Eternal Darkness' mess with players' minds by faking errors or deleting saved data.
09:10Health bars in some games deceive players by making the last fraction worth more HP than the rest.
09:58Timer-based games like 'Mario' use shorter in-game seconds to add pressure and create a challenging gameplay experience.
10:58Games like 'Doki Doki Literature Club' hide their dark themes under a cute exterior, shocking players with disturbing twists.
