two & a half gamers – Love & Deep Space: The success of Otome Games. A very heavy RPG with dating mechanics & ASMR systems

This is no BS gaming podcast 2.5 gamers – Love & Deep Space: The success of Otome Games. A very heavy RPG with dating mechanics & ASMR systems

Sharing actionable insights, dropping knowledge from our day-to-day User Acquisition, Game Design, and Ad monetization jobs. We are definitely not discussing the latest industry news, but having so much fun! Let’s not forget this is a 4 am conference discussion vibe, so let’s not take it too seriously.

The Team:

⁠Jakub Remia⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠r- Game design consultant⁠

Felix Braberg⁠ – Ad monetization consultant

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Matej Lančarič – User Acquisition & Creatives consultant

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Summary

In this episode, we dive into the world of gacha games, focusing on the popular title Love and Deep Space. We explore the game’s mechanics, revenue generation, and character interactions while also discussing the broader context of otome games and their appeal in the gaming market. The conversation highlights the game’s unique features, including its combat system, dating mechanics, and ASMR elements, as well as the marketing strategies employed to attract players.

Takeaways

• Gacha games, particularly the waifu genre, are discussed in detail.
• Otome games are identified as a growing trend, especially among female gamers.
• Revenue insights reveal that ‘Love and Deep Space’ is generating substantial income.
• The game features a unique blend of storytelling and interactive mechanics.
• Character interactions play a crucial role in player engagement.
• Combat systems in gacha games are becoming more complex and engaging.
• ASMR features are introduced as a novel element in gaming.
• Love and Deep Space could do way more in their UA activities.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction
01:37 Exploring Game Development
03:17 Understanding Gacha Games and Waifu Genre
06:46 The Success of Otome Games
10:47 The Evolution of Paper Games and Love Nikki
15:46 Cultural Context of Gaming in Asia
20:54 Gameplay Mechanics of Love and Deep Space
22:32 Exploring Combat Mechanics in Gacha Games
24:16 The Dating Core: Building Relationships in Gameplay
26:36 Innovative Features: ASMR and Photo Studio Mechanics
28:41 Gacha Mechanics: The Money Maker of the Game
31:10 User Engagement: The Role of Ads and Marketing
35:16 Revenue Insights: Understanding the Game’s Success
39:56 Creative Strategies: Marketing and User Acquisition
44:21 Conclusion: Learning from Niche Games