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Research on the Development Trends of Open-World Anime Games in the Chinese Market
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Abstract
With the continuous development of digital entertainment, open-world anime-style games have shown a significant growth trend in the Chinese market. This study focuses on analyzing the driving factors behind this phenomenon and its impact on the gaming industry, particularly how anime culture plays a role in game design and meeting player demands. Utilizing methods of literature review and market research, this paper delves into the characteristics of anime culture, the development of open-world games, and how their integration innovates the gaming experience, attracting a large number of players. The research questions concentrate on how this cultural and technological integration can promote innovative game design and explore its specific impact on the Chinese market. The study finds that anime culture not only enhances the narrative and visual presentation of games but also drives market expansion by meeting the needs of young players for gameplay, narrative, and emotional engagement with characters. Ultimately, this research points out that a deep understanding of the interaction between cultural elements and market demands is crucial for developing commercially successful games.
Keywords
Open-world anime games, ACG, cultural impact, cultural appropriation, Chinese market
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Zhao,Y. (2024). Research on the Development Trends of Open-World Anime Games in the Chinese Market. Advances in Economics, Management and Political Sciences,128,31-36.
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