Unlocking Potential: Delving into the Design Direction of Smite 2

As a long-time gamer and devoted follower of the MOBA scene, I can’t help but feel a pang of disappointment upon reading Zoroark173’s recent post on the Smite subreddit regarding Smite 2’s design direction. Having spent countless hours mastering various champions in League of Legends and Dota 2, I’ve grown to appreciate the importance of unique gameplay experiences within a MOBA title.


For a long time, Smite has been a popular choice in the MOBA (Multiplayer Online Battle Arena) community. A recent post on the subreddit by Zoroark173 delves into the specifics of the design of Smite 2. The author ponders over the importance of offering more diverse and exclusive gameplay experiences within the game to keep it engaging.

My main disappointment with the design direction of Smite 2
byu/Zoroark173 inSmite

Summary

  • Each character in a MOBA should offer a unique gameplay experience
  • Smite 2 appears to focus more on itemization diversity than character distinctiveness
  • Players desire sharper contrasts between gods in the same class
  • Creating gods with defined strengths, weaknesses, and niches adds depth to gameplay

Unique Gameplay Experiences

According to Arzanyos, generating ideas is an unending process. However, turning those concepts into reality through practical implementation can be quite complex. It’s crucial for designs to strike a balance between ensuring gameplay fairness and maintaining distinctiveness.

Depth vs. Meta

In simpler terms, HealthyCheesecake643 discusses the challenge of ensuring that game characters remain believable and well-rounded while also meeting the requirements of the current trend in multiplayer games, which can result in excessively complex abilities.

A Wishlist for Smite 2

The suggestion made by Defiant-Avocado-5948 proposes new ways for gods to engage with each other in games, introducing fresh elements that stimulate imaginative thinking and possibilities for innovative design.

As a passionate fan of Smite and its talented players like Ea50Marduk and EonPark, I eagerly share their anticipation for the potential evolution of Smite 2. They long for this upcoming installment to allow unique character identities, breaking free from the monotony of generic gameplay experiences.

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2024-07-21 12:14