FOMO (Fear of Missing Out): Limited-time offers and events can create a sense of urgency and fear of missing out, prompting players to spend more to get items before they're gone.
Social Elements: These games often include social components, like guilds or PvP, which encourage players to invest in stronger characters or items to compete with or support other players.
Collection and Completion Drive: Many people have a natural desire to collect and complete sets. Gacha games exploit this by offering a wide variety of collectible characters, items, or cards, often with limited availability.
Variable Reward Systems: The variable reward system, where players receive random items of varying rarity, encourages continuous play and spending. It's akin to a lottery; the chance of getting a rare or valuable item keeps players engaged.
These games often employ psychological principles similar to gambling, The randomness and unpredictability of gacha pulls (akin to slot machines) can trigger a dopamine release, creating a sense of excitement and anticipation.
The term "gacha" comes from "gachapon" a type of vending machine in Japan that dispenses capsule toys. These machines, popular for their element of surprise, have been around since the 1960s. The key characteristic is randomness; you insert money but don't know exactlywhat you'll get
Puzzle & Dragons hit a jaw-dropping $31.73M in December 2023 revenue, soaring to nearly $285M in Japan for the year. Honkai Star Rail did $1B in 7 Months, What's behind this phenomenal success? Gacha
Founders with tokens, As a game studio, we see the same requests for games that burn tokens. We're Considering a 'SaaS' model with pre-made games, charging a % fee, on tx volume and simultaneous players. Looking to know your perspective if this is worth building :).
If You Really Want to Achieve Personal Growth, Stop Screwing Around Do these 5 things: Discipline over Instant Gratification Learning over Comfort Long-Term Goals over Short-Term Pleasures Resilience over Giving Up Self-Reflection over Ignorance. Success isnβt a destination. Itβs a daily habit.
9/9 π Want to explore your consciousness or just need some focus for studying? Give Hemi-Sync a try and see if it resonates with you. But remember, while technology can aid us, the true power lies within you. #Consciousness #HemiSync
8/9 π§ As with any self-improvement tool, Hemi-Sync should be approached with an open, yet discerning mind. Individual experiences can differ significantly. Always prioritize your mental well-being and health when trying new tools. #MentalHealth
7/9 π΅οΈββοΈ Did you know? Hemi-Sync got into the spotlight when a CIA document from 1983 discussing it was declassified. But don't worry, it was an analysis, not an endorsement or active usage of the technology by the agency! #CIA
6/9 π¬ The science behind Hemi-Sync and binaural beats isn't fully conclusive. While some research indicates potential benefits such as improved focus, reduced anxiety, and better sleep, more comprehensive studies are needed. #Science
5/9 π Interesting fact: Robert Monroe, founder of The Monroe Institute, was known for his exploration of out-of-body experiences (OBEs). Some Hemi-Sync tracks aim to aid users in achieving OBEs or lucid dreams. #LucidDreaming #OBE
4/9 π§ββοΈ From deep #meditation to improved #learning and focus, and even better sleep quality, Hemi-Sync has a range of potential applications. Users have reported various positive experiences, though individual results can vary.
3/9 π΅ When you hear two different frequencies, one in each ear, the brain perceives a third 'beat' that's the difference between the two frequencies. This process encourages your brain hemispheres to work in harmony. #BrainFacts
2/9 π‘ Hemi-Sync, short for Hemispheric Synchronization, attempts to synchronize the two hemispheres of the brain using binaural beats - two slightly different sound frequencies presented separately to each ear. #BinauralBeats
Today I learned the CIA studied this: 1/9 π§ π§ #HemiSync is a fascinating auditory technology developed by The Monroe Institute. It uses binaural beats to potentially enhance concentration, relaxation, and even induce out-of-body experiences. A deep dive follows! #BrainwaveSync
π± did you know that Dubai makes rain on-demand, they donβt even use cloud seeding, instead they use electricity π.
I honestly believe it will level the field for technical vs creative people and benefit both, yesterday I did a test here at the company where I created a documentation of most used codes in Unity to setup SOPs and it performed flawlessly
With all the AI craziness going on, 10 years from now Netflix will be prompt based