MONETIZATION
Over the past three decades, the video gaming industry has undergone a significant transformation in terms of payment methods. The traditional model of a one-time purchase for a game has been supplemented by a range of new approaches, designed to provide more flexibility and choice to players, and new revenue streams for developers. Here is a comprehensive list of the various monetization methods currently used in the industry.
One-time Purchase:
This is the traditional model of buying a game for a fixed price, and owning it indefinitely without any additional payments.
Microtransactions:
This model involves small purchases made within a game for additional content or virtual goods, such as skins, items, or power-ups.
Pay-to-Win:
This model allows players to purchase in-game advantages, such as stronger weapons or armor, that give them a significant advantage over non-paying players.
Subscription Model:
This model requires players to pay a monthly or yearly fee for access to the game or additional content.
Season Pass:
This model allows players to purchase a bundle of DLC content at a discounted price.
Loot Boxes:
This model involves randomized purchases that provide players with a chance to obtain rare or valuable items within the game.
Advertising:
This model involves showing ads to players within the game, often in exchange for free access to the game or other benefits.
Freemium:
This model offers a free-to-play game with additional content available for purchase, such as in-game items or premium features.
Sponsorship:
This model involves partnerships between game developers and brands, where the brand pays the game developer to include their products or advertising within the game.