Convergent Media Platforms - Franchise Flashcards
The use of convergence is relevant in allowing what?
The digital distribution and circulation of the video games in the franchise.
This includes additional DLC for the games through whichever delivery service is available to that platform.
How is convergence across multiple platforms achieved with the franchise?
Sequels and prequels would often be the territory of games exclusive to be handled/mobile phone devices, making their content more exclusive to fans of the franchise.
In some cases, players of both the main game on the popular console and the spin off on the handheld devices would unlock additional content for their endeavours.
How are convergence capabilities made possible?
The internet and WiFi capabilities of modern gaming devices have allowed these opportunities for convergence to exist.
Although in some cases, the functionality of this online gameplay is not as impressive as promised upon initial promotion of the video game.
There’s been limited experimentation and success with some multiplayer functions. There is yet to be an online version of the game which is true cross platform synergy.
Xbox Assassin’s Creed gamers cannot and never could play online with Assassin’s Creed PlayStation gamers in the same virtual sandbox world.
What are some Video game streaming sites?
Twitch, YouTube, and social media
What have these video game streaming sites seen?
An influx of prosumer content through the creation of walk throughs, memes and live video game demonstrations.
Although the content is copyrighted by Ubisoft, this legal precedent is mostly waived as it represents a form of free advertising, fans are creating media products to showcase the playability of their game.
