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Vague Patch Notes: Level scaling in MMOs with the lateral spread and the temporary shrink
- MMORPGs use level scaling to cater to different player levels and promote playing together.
- Approaches like lateral spread and temporary shrink are used to address level scaling in MMOs.
- Lateral spread in games like Guild Wars 2 and The Elder Scrolls Online scales players to zones but offers abilities and gear progression.
- While lateral spread keeps gameplay relevant, it may raise questions on the purpose of traditional leveling mechanics.
- Temporary shrink, seen in games like Final Fantasy XIV and City of Heroes, allows high-level players to scale down for group content.
- Temporary shrinking levels lets players engage with lower-level content without trivializing it.
- Both lateral spread and temporary shrink have their pros and cons in maintaining meaningful progression and multiplayer balance.
- Incorrect implementation of these scaling mechanics can lead to player frustration and disrupt game balance.
- Understanding the goals and player experience is crucial when implementing level scaling techniques in MMORPGs.
- Balance between progression, player interaction, and game content is key in successful level scaling in MMOs.
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