design matrix for a FPS shooter

Games Design Matrix for a First Person Shooter on PS3
Highly recommended to all Only recommended for some Maybe (depending on individual/nationality/
religion/language) Not at all
Suitable for every age group 1
Few FPS games are ‘ok’ for ages 3-18+ 3
Some people may play on FPS whatever the violence
2
Some games may have different age restrictions depending on the nation 4
Most shooting games are violent, unsuitable for youngsters
Enjoyment for all 3
A game should be enjoyable, but not all adults will enjoy it. 4
FPS are mostly played by young-mid adults, not OAPS 2
Some nations have some scenes removed to make it more ‘cleaner’ 1
Some people don’t care about enjoyment, just achievements
Easy to follow 4
A game should be easy to follow and not frustrating 3
Easy, yet not too difficult 1
Easy, depending if language is available 2
Players like a challenge
Multi-lingual 3
Players of all continents should play 2
Not all languages can be translated affectively or cheaply 4
Yes, but depending on state laws, and if language is necessary 1
Some games are only 1 language
Quick and easy to setup 4
Should have little hassle
3
Depending on the actual user 2
Depending on language etc. 1
Should take as long as possible
Includes a lot of flashing images 2
Adds to the realism 4
Not suitable for sufferers of epilepsy 1
Unless have epilepsy should be ok 3
Epilepsy could be triggered
Includes music or an original score 4
More professional feel 3
Some games can also have classic hits too 2
Good idea, unless it is offensive to some religions/nations 1
More work and money put into game
Achievements available 3
A great way to boost virtual trophy cabinet
4
Achievements can ruin game for some players, yet are also necessary for a release 2
Not recommended for people who don’t understand achievement scheme 1
Some players are tired of virtual trophies and don’t really care.
Aimed at males only 1
Shooting games are generally male-based themed 2
Shooting games are generally male-based themed 3
Some nations may not allow females to play on such games 4
Game should be aimed at both sexes
Uses famous voices as cast 3
Attracts gamers and adds professional vibe 1
Depends how big budget is
4
Depends if it is necessary, and also cost of other actors in other nations 2
Save money by getting lesser known voices
Use up-to date weaponry 3
If a present/future game then a good idea 4
Depends on when it is based 1
Depends on what is suitable to use 2
A WW2 game does not follow this example
Includes in-depth realism 4
Bullet-holes and blood make for a realistic game 3
Depends on situation and level 2
As long as it isn’t too violent for local laws 4
Games can be bad influence on kids
Includes optional ‘gun’ controller 1
Extra gimmick for users to purchase 3
Some levels maybe ok to use
2
If international laws allow such a novelty 4
Can ruin game play for user/s