Smite gamers are stirring up an interesting dialogue about the tutorial in Smite 2’s gameplay. The focus is on whether Arena should be the first mode taught or if Conquest should take precedence.
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Community Sentiments
- Some users point out that a revamp of the tutorial is long overdue, citing that it’s a plea the community has been making for years. As quoted from ‘CastleImpenetrable, ‘People have been begging for a new and improved tutorial for years.’
- There’s a contradiction in sentiments about the learning curve for new players. Some users argue that starting with Arena – which teaches god basics – is ideal as it’s less overwhelming for newbies, helping retention.
- Other players indicate the switch to focusing on Conquest in the tutorial could help position Smite as a more serious MOBA game, ultimately increasing professional credibility.
The Art of Balance
While there’s a heated debate on prioritization between Arena and Conquest, a middle ground might be the wisest choice. As ‘Outso187 puts it, ‘Shoving new players into conquest is a dive to the deep end and would cause a lot of people to just give up.’
Retaining Players: Keep It Simple
One of the key priorities for developers surely must be retaining new players. While the overall MOBA might seem overwhelming, starting with the basics in a less competitive mode might keep the newbies around for a bit longer, increasing chances of them learning the more complicated elements over time.
Professional Image Vs. Gameplay Engagement
Maintaining a professional image is important, hence the push for a Conquest-led tutorial, as Conquest is more inline with other MOBA game styles. However, at the end of the day, the main objective should be a game that’s engaging, enjoyable, and retains players.
Indeed, there’s a fine line to tread between keeping the tutorial accessible and fun and slowly introducing newbies to the depth and complexity of MOBA. Smite 2’s developers certainly seem to have a challenging task on hand. Can they deliver a tutorial that both pleases the veterans, yet doesn’t scare away the rookies? Time will tell.
