An Overview and Future Outlook of the Murder Mystery Game Industry in China

Yu Han Wang

doi:10.54254/2754-1169/65/20231577

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An Overview and Future Outlook of the Murder Mystery Game Industry in China

Yu Han Wang *^,1,

¹ York House School, Vancouver, BC, Canada

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https://doi.org/10.54254/2754-1169/65/20231577

Abstract

Murder mystery games have experienced a notable surge in popularity, with their origins deeply rooted in storytelling traditions. This research paper delves into the reasons for their rise, emphasizing the influences of macroeconomic factors, educational trends, and digitalization. These elements not only provided a backdrop for the murder mystery game's resurgence but also played a pivotal role in shaping its contemporary form. A comparative analysis of online and offline modalities reveals distinct user experiences and commercial potentials for each. Furthermore, the research offers pragmatic suggestions for entrepreneurs interested in establishing offline murder mystery stores, underscoring the nuances of market dynamics and consumer preferences. Harnessing statistical data from past survey results and well-informed estimations, the study presents a data-driven exploration into the genre's growth and transformation. By charting the game's historical trajectory and examining its present state, this paper provides a holistic overview of murder mystery games in the modern context and their significance in the evolving entertainment industry.

Keywords

Murder Mystery Games, Macroeconomics Driver, Business Model, Digital Transformation

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Wang,Y.H. (2023). An Overview and Future Outlook of the Murder Mystery Game Industry in China. Advances in Economics, Management and Political Sciences,65,36-44.

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Volume title: Proceedings of the 2nd International Conference on Financial Technology and Business Analysis

Conference website: https://2023.icftba.org/

ISBN：978-1-83558-239-8(Print) / 978-1-83558-240-4(Online)

Conference date: 8 November 2023

Editor：Javier Cifuentes-Faura

Series: Advances in Economics, Management and Political Sciences

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