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00:00:00 – 00:23:57
The video focuses on the in-game shops, particularly in Diablo 4, discussing elements such as rotating items, cosmetic purchases, currency systems, and pricing strategies. It critiques the use of psychological tactics to drive purchases, high pricing of virtual goods, and the introduction of the Battle Pass feature. The speaker also contrasts Diablo Immortal's approach to monetization with other games and expresses satisfaction with Blizzard's move away from aggressive monetization. Additionally, the video delves into missed monetization opportunities in Diablo 3 and emphasizes the importance of community feedback on monetization strategies.
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In this part of the video, the focus is on the shop in Diablo 4. The shop is set up as a card shop with a tab recommended for you, offering items that will rotate every few days. The speaker expresses concerns about this system causing stress and exploiting players’ fear of missing out. They critique the use of psychological tricks to pressure players into making purchases. The rotation of virtual goods in the shop is highlighted as unnecessary, creating a sense of urgency to buy before items disappear.
00:03:00
In this segment of the video, the focus is on the in-game shop and the items available for purchase. It is highlighted that the shop rotation is out of players’ control and mainly serves to create the illusion of new content. Players can buy cosmetic items like character skins, armor sets, weapon skins, and horse armor. These items are purely cosmetic and do not offer any in-game advantages. Additionally, there are accessories like emotes and decorative tombstones available for purchase. The segment emphasizes the modern trend in gaming of selling cosmetic items and discusses the range of items available in the shop.
00:06:00
In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses the in-game currency system in modern gaming shops. The currency conversion rate is clear and straightforward, making it easy for players to understand how much they are spending. Players can purchase various packages to get the exact amount of currency they want, although there might be leftover currency to incentivize further purchases. Unlike in some games, players here have the option to purchase multiple smaller packages to reach their desired amount without excess currency. The speaker notes that while this system can be a bit annoying, it is still better than other games where leftover currency is common and players often cannot get exactly what they want.
00:09:00
In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses the issue of in-game currencies and high prices of virtual goods in Diablo 4. They mention how in-game currencies make it harder for customers to evaluate purchases. They criticize the high prices of skins and other items, pointing out that paying €25 for a single skin is unreasonable, especially in a paid game like Diablo 4. The speaker argues that these prices are set arbitrarily by developers without proper correlation to the value of the items being offered.
00:12:00
In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses the average gaming prices and the cosmetic shop in games like Diablo Immortal. They highlight how in games like Path of Exile, not buying skins can make characters look less appealing, but in Diablo Immortal, the normal in-game items still look cool without requiring payment. The speaker mentions the Gradjäger package in Diablo, which offers some skins and platinum for a price, but it is not seen as a great deal. Overall, the speaker seems content that Blizzard has moved away from aggressive monetization tactics in their games.
00:15:00
In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses the Battle Pass feature in Diablo 4. They mention that the Battle Pass will include paid and free levels, along with an option to buy an accelerated pass. The Battle Pass will start at 10€ with more expensive extended versions. It will offer cosmetic items and an exclusive emote. The speaker expresses some criticism towards the Battle Pass model, calling it absurd and a bizarre way to commit players to the game for rewards. They also mention that paying for regular content updates is valid for good game development.
00:18:00
In this part of the video, the speaker discusses the missed opportunity for Diablo 3 to monetize itself better after removing the auction house, resulting in less support for the game. They express a desire for paid add-ons like class packages and express willingness to pay for intensive game support. The speaker compares this to other games like Vollmo with Battle Pass and skins, highlighting the uncertainty around pay-to-win elements in the Battle Pass for Diablo 3. Details about the rewards and levels in the Battle Pass are mentioned, with a focus on the interaction between leveling up normally and through the pass.
00:21:00
In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses the Battle Pass system in the game and its potential advantages in leveling up characters faster. They mention the possibility of paying for an accelerated Battle Pass to gain a character advantage. The speaker acknowledges the optional cosmetic shop and appreciates that it does not ruin the game experience. The importance of feedback on the shop and the video content is highlighted, with an invitation for viewers to share their thoughts. The video creator requests feedback and suggestions for future content while promoting their channel and Twitch stream for more gaming content.