Assassins Creed class flashcards
How many incarnations of the Assassin’s Creed franchise are there?
12 incarnations of Assassin’s Creed franchise, along with spin-offs
What type of game is Assassin’s Creed?
Action-adventure, open-world game played from a third-person perspective, featuring historical settings and new stories in each instalment
When was Assassin’s Creed Valhalla launched, and what sales record did it achieve?
Assassin’s Creed Valhalla was launched in 2020 and sold more units in its first week than any other game series
What was the global value of the games market in 2021?
Estimated to be $138.4 billion in 2021
How has technological advancement influenced the production of Assassin’s Creed games?
Technological advancements have led to more complex gameplay, highly developed graphics, and advanced CGI in Assassin’s Creed
What is the significance of Assassin’s Creed III: Liberation’s release on PS Vita?
The release aimed to tap into the increasing popularity of mobile gaming and bring high production
How does the Assassin’s Creed Franchise adapt to technological developments in terms of cross-generational gaming?
Newer games in the Franchise introduce cross-generational gaming, enabling data transfer and progression across different platforms
What was the major announcement about the future of Assassin’s Creed franchise in 2021?
Assassin’s Creed infinity, would be a fully live service game, inspired by games like Fortnite, offering multiple historical settings
How has video game regulation changed in the UK since July 2012?
Video games are now largely regulated by Video Standards Council (VSC) applying the PEGI system instead of the BBFC
What is the role of the PEGI system in video game regulation?
The PEGI system provides age ratings and visual descriptors of content to harmonise the protection of children across Europe
How do producers minimise risk and maximise audiences in the video game industry, according to David Hesmondhalgh?
Genre-formatting and the sequel formula, evident in the Assassin’s Creed franchise
Which companies dominate the video games industry, according to Hesmondhalgh?
The video games industry is dominated by large multinational conglomerates, with Ubisoft being one of the major players
How does the Assassin’s Creed Franchise address changes in society and culture?
Adaptations, including the representation of female protagonists like Aveline and Kassandra, reflecting changes in society and audience expectations
How do games producers construct audiences in the Assassin’s Creed franchise?
The brand identity of the franchise is a key strategy for targeting audiences, leveraging the existing fan community and preconceived expectations
How do games producers construct audiences in the Assassin’s Creed franchise?
Producers construct audiences through decisions about characters narratives, and gameplay elements, such as offering choices like playing male or female characters
How does the distribution of games across different platforms increase audience consumption?
Distributing games across different platforms encourages gamers to adopt new gaming habits and purchase additional hardware for a more complete experience
What is the significance of fan culture in success of video games, according to Henry Jenkins?
Fan culture, especially online fan communities, plays a significant role in the success of video games, impacting game development and fostering a participatory culture
What role does digital convergence play in promoting gamer engagement?
Digital convergence promotes gamer engagement by facilitating interaction across social media platforms and fan communities, enhancing the gaming experience
How do audiences respond to violent video games, according to Albert Bandura’s theory?
Suggests that audiences might imitate behaviours portrayed in violent video games, raising questions about the potential impact of violent content of players
What is the significance of the Bobo Doll Experiment in understanding audience response to violent video games?
The Bobo Doll experiment demonstrates the potential for audiences to imitate violent behaviours observed in the media, raising concerns about the effects of violent video games on player behaviour
What is the significance of Assassin’s Creed Valhalla?
Set a sales record by selling more units in its first week than any other game series
How has the global value of the video games market changed over time?
Increased from $52.8 billion in 2012 to $138.4 billion in 2021, with mobile-gaming being the fastest-growing segment
What are some strategies employed to increase revenue in the video games industry?
Strategies include production and distribution models, as well as offering additional content beyond game sales
How does technology influence the production of video games?
Technology advancements enable more complex gameplay, advanced graphics, and innovations such as cross-generational gaming
What is the role of regulation in the video games industry?
Regulation aims to standardise content ratings and protect consumers, with systems like PEGI providing ages ratings and content descriptors
How do producers minimise risk and attract audiences in the video games industry?
Producers minimise risk through genre-formatting and sequel formulas, leveraging brand recognition to attract audiences
How do changes in society and culture impact video game development?
Video games adapt to societal changes by incorporating diverse characters and themes in response to audience expectations
What role does fan culture play in the success of video games?
Fosters a participatory culture where fans impact the evolution of games
How does digital convergence affect media production and consumption
Digital convergence facilitates interaction between media platforms and audiences, enhancing engagement and enabling new forms of content distribution
How does the Assassin’s Creed franchise target diverse audiences?
The franchise targets diverse audiences by leveraging brand identity, offering choices in gameplay, and adapting to technological advancements to reach gamers across various platforms
What are some economic contexts of the video games industry?
Culturally and financially significant, with major economic events tied to the release of new games and technology advances
How do technologically changes shape media production, distribution, and circulation in the video games industry?
Technological advancements drive innovation in game production, distribution and circulation, enabling new gaming experiences and revenues streams
How does the representation of female characters in video games reflect societal changes?
The inclusion of female protagonists in video games like Assassin’s Creed reflects evolving societal norms and addressed the under-representation of women in gaming
How can theoretical perspectives like Sonia Livingstone and Peter Lunt’s regulation model be applied to the video game industry?
Analyse the impact of convergence and diversification in media on regulatory practices, considering issues of media literacy and consumer empowerment
