Game mechanics and monetization
The systems behind how a game plays and how it makes money. Read up on co-op, procedural generation, ragdoll physics, jumpscares, DLC and in-app purchases.
Co-op
Co-op, short for cooperative, is a multiplayer mode where two or more players work toward a shared goal instead of competing against each other.
DLC
DLC stands for downloadable content.
In-app purchase
An in-app purchase is anything you buy from inside an app after you install it, such as in-game currency, extra characters, or removing ads.
Jumpscare
A jumpscare is a horror technique that startles you with a sudden shock, usually a monster, a loud noise, or a fast movement that appears on screen without any warning.
Procedural generation
Procedural generation is a method where a game creates its content with algorithms instead of building every piece by hand.
Ragdoll physics
Ragdoll physics is a way of animating a game character's body with a live physics simulation instead of set animations.
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