Benjamin Gifford's Insights on Evony's Cross-Time Generals
Many Evony veterans know that Generals gameplay is a core feature of the game. It lets players recruit famous historical figures from different eras and regions
EVONYBENJAMIN GIFFORDGAME DESIGN
Top Games
4/12/20242 min read
Many Evony veterans know that Generals gameplay is a core feature of the game. It lets players recruit famous historical figures from different eras and regions. These include King Arthur, Napoleon, and Abraham Lincoln, as well as Chinese and Japanese leaders like Wu Zetian and Nobunaga Oda. The generals' differing skill sets enhance the immersive experience and fun for players. Today, we focus on the character design features of two different types of games—Evony's generals and League of Legends' Lulu.
Evony is a real-time strategy game set in the Middle Ages, where players can gather resources, build and defend cities, and participate in large-scale cross-service alliance wars.
The Generals of Evony feature the following:
In Evony, generals can not only lead an attack but also defend your main city, manage affairs in your main city, and oversee your subordinate cities. The game establishes a special skill for each historic general, which indicates the general's main purpose. Each historic general has his or her own unique story, special skill, and general specialty.
Each general in Evony has different attributes, so you need to choose the right general according to different purposes. This requires players to pay attention to the general's special skill and specialty and pair them with the appropriate troop types.
For instance, General Lu Xun can benefit ground troops and mounted troops, while General Mihai can bring buff bonuses to ranged troops and siege machines.
Benjamin: Quick Adjustments for Success
Published by Top Game Inc. (TPI), Benjamin Gifford, Vice President of TPI, highlights the importance of releasing products quickly. He believes in focusing on excellence over perfection, prioritizing feedback and improvements along the way. This method allows for faster adjustments and bold actions when things go well.
Gifford's journey into gaming started over fifteen years ago. He met David Guo, and they bonded over a shared love for the power of games. His career grew from his interest in combining technology and storytelling. Through his ups and downs, Gifford has learned valuable lessons. He now uses his experiences to mentor others in the industry, sharing both his mistakes and successes. His leadership at Top Games reflects his dedication to improving the gaming experience.
“In launching new game projects, we assess market demand, innovation potential, and alignment with our core principles. We aim to deliver unique value through gameplay, narrative, and technology integration,” said Gifford.
In the future, we can expect more diverse character designs and playstyles in games. Indie developers like TPI are pushing the boundaries of flexibility and innovation. Players will continue to discover more engaging characters and dive into new fantasy worlds as the competition in the gaming industry heats up.
Top Games Inc., is a global game developer with releases available in more than 150 countries and 26 languages