What Makes a Game Feel Immersive?

Описание: In this video, I explore how small details, "meaningless" tasks, and world design come together to create unforgettable gaming experiences. From Ghost of Tsushima’s subtle UI and guiding wind to Elden Ring’s haunting mystery and Breath of the Wild’s player-led discovery, we’ll dive into what gives these worlds their depth and presence.

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Thumbnail art by: xi.mi_yuu (Instagram)

Music/footage used in the video: (I own none of the tracks!)

TES V Skyrim Soundtrack
Tsushima Suite I. Seion
Confessions - Secret - Persona 5
Character Creation - Elden Ring OST
Cylinder Five
Temple of Time - Breath of the Wild OST
Main Theme - Breath of the Wild
Midna's Lament - Twilight Princess
A Moment's Peace

Footage:
GTA Workshop (Red Dead Redemption 2)
Nemsk (Spiderman 2)


0:00 Intro
1:28 The Small Details
7:08 A Living World
12:21 Exploration and Discovery