Why Game Progression Curves Turn Fun Into Endless Grind — Or Magic
I've wasted countless nights on games where progression felt like pushing a boulder uphill. Turns out, it's all about the curves — and most devs botch them.
⚡ Key Takeaways
- Good progression vanishes into fun; bad screams grind via broken effort-reward curves.
- Mix linear/log with spikes for emotional highs — pure math feels flat.
- F2P weaponizes curves for cash; true balance prioritizes player time over retention tricks.
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Originally reported by dev.to
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