How to get us youngsters to play

[lunaticfringe]

I used to mow lawns to pay for this game. But I feel like this game should be marketed to men of the early 20s and up. That's when we can start affording super computers and monthly subscriptions. I also feel this is when we start to turn to ap games and YouTube for other means of entertainment.

my computer is a 2008 HP-a stock basic internals from AArons rent to own-all I had to do was replace the video card and power supply- I get 60FPS with all the eye candy turned down-which in my opinion is better than full eye candy-which I can play full eye candy for 30-45 minutes before my video card heats up.
you don't need a 2 or 3 thousand dollar computer to play this game, just a good video card and power supply.  bye the way my card is a used Evga GeForce GTX670

[The Fugitive]

my computer is a 2008 HP-a stock basic internals from AArons rent to own-all I had to do was replace the video card and power supply- I get 60FPS with all the eye candy turned down-which in my opinion is better than full eye candy-which I can play full eye candy for 30-45 minutes before my video card heats up.
you don't need a 2 or 3 thousand dollar computer to play this game, just a good video card and power supply.  bye the way my card is a used Evga GeForce GTX670

Jeezzzz

The point he is trying to make is these 20 somethings are coming into money, been working for a while and finally buy there first "good" computer. Not the one mom bought them, not the one they built, beg, borrowing, and  stealing parts for. They finally have the cash to BUY a good one and they do so.

THESE are the people the game should be marketed to.  Why? because there are a lot of them! It has nothing to do with NEEDING a super computer.

[Skyguns MKII]

Jeezzzz

The point he is trying to make is these 20 somethings are coming into money, been working for a while and finally buy there first "good" computer. Not the one mom bought them, not the one they built, beg, borrowing, and  stealing parts for. They finally have the cash to BUY a good one and they do so.

THESE are the people the game should be marketed to.  Why? because there are a lot of them! It has nothing to do with NEEDING a super computer.

Thank you. It is the golden age where we chase games on a system better than any other gaming platform because of the simple fact that on PC we can play games like aces high where we dont get anything like that on a ps2 or xbox however you also have the most competition on PC because of the vast options. But the nice thing on the PC is that we have options to attach pedals or a stick. Add goggles or two more monitors. This is something that I feel we dont market enough. The "wow that guy looks like hes IN the game not playin it feel". You can really submerse yourself into the gameplay instead of click click click...

[zack1234]

It’s a game not a crusade

[Meatwad]

I have seen a lot of 20 somethings that dont even own a computer. They play solely on a console or a smart phone. To them if a game isnt on those platforms, then it isnt worth their time to play.

[JOACH1M]

  I used to show it to kids and their folks, but do to the adult content of the chat and cyber bullying. the folks decided that that was not the type of arena they want  their kids exposed to.

BS. Play ANY other online game and there will be profain language and violence in all of the chats. Aces high is probably the most mild game I’ve ever played in terms of language.

The issue is going to be getting kids to like a slower paced game with subpar graphics. Younger kids want instant action with all the eye candy. It’s simple.

[icepac]

Posting good action videos to twitter, reddit, and forums is a really good promotional tool.

[Ciaphas]

You all have been hitting the nail on the head.

There are a plethora of advertising, live stream, video and niche sites that would benefit Aces High. It's a matter us all getting together, leaving all split hairs behind and utilizing what's already available for us to promote this game.

All community based games rely on the player base for some portion of growth. We've been debating this for a very long time and it's now time to take action and for us to put our "money" where are mouths are.

The wide skill sets that reside in this community is amazing and would serve well to get the community growth that we all want. This is not an overnight venture but one that will tale time and hard work.

It's up to you all, either we sit here and spin wheels or we lock her down in 4-wheel drive and get the machine moving again.




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[DLXIRON]

All community based games rely on the player base for some portion of growth. We've been debating this for a very long time and it's now time to take action and for us to put our "money" where are mouths are.

I dont know about that!  HiTech is a really smart guy and if he is not investing his time and money into promoting this game, why should we?  I mean it is his game!  I am all for contributing to the success of the game but if the leader is not there, who cares?

[Ciaphas]

I dont know about that!  HiTech is a really smart guy and if he is not investing his time and money into promoting this game, why should we?  I mean it is his game!  I am all for contributing to the success of the game but if the leader is not there, who cares?

Word of mouth, live streaming, videos etc... will always be the most powerful tool for a developer of a community based (MMO/MMORPG) style game. Take WoW, you don't achieve the player count simply by purchasing adds. It takes a word of mouth from players to other gamers to grow a fan base. In today's market, you have wonderful tools to help you reach massive groups of gamers by simply creating a video and promoting your channel or getting a few "best of the best" clips circulated around. Simply being smart does not give you success.

[Ack-Ack]

All the marketing and promotions are nothing but wasted effort and money if the things that keep potential new players past the two week trial aren't addressed.

[The Fugitive]

All the marketing and promotions are nothing but wasted effort and money if the things that keep potential new players past the two week trial aren't addressed.

Ding! Ding! Ding! We have a WINNER!!!!!!

[Spikes]

I agree 200%. Having good connection with social media is huge for generating clientele nowadays. I'm surprised HTC doesn't utilize Instagram and snapchat and pick a few of the latest clips and photos from films and screenshots to share with the world. It's free and effective and I speak for myself when I say this is another way I investigate a new game before purchase.

I wanted to share this video as an example of advertising. This guy has over 1 mil subscribers. Almost 500k views and look how they shout out there sponsor wix before they show the video. There are thousands of channel host like this to choose from to sponsor relating to history, aviation, weaponology and more...

https://youtu.be/fEd5uX0Lw9Y

They tried Instagram and Twitter a few years ago with what I think was an intern or something. Regardless, it didn't last long but I agree and have been saying the same for years. It is free and has the potential to reach millions. It wouldn't be a bad idea to get one of these big streamers to sponsor it one day. Though I have no idea what sort of cost is associated with that, it would have some exposure to twitch viewers, many of whom are in the age bracket you are speaking about.

I wanted to get the AH subreddit going, but it would take some effort to get it jumpstarted. Every game has a semi-active subreddit, and reddit is one of the largest sites in the world.

[1stpar3]

You all have been hitting the nail on the head.

There are a plethora of advertising, live stream, video and niche sites that would benefit Aces High. It's a matter us all getting together, leaving all split hairs behind and utilizing what's already available for us to promote this game.

All community based games rely on the player base for some portion of growth. We've been debating this for a very long time and it's now time to take action and for us to put our "money" where are mouths are.

The wide skill sets that reside in this community is amazing and would serve well to get the community growth that we all want. This is not an overnight venture but one that will tale time and hard work.

It's up to you all, either we sit here and spin wheels or we lock her down in 4-wheel drive and get the machine moving again.




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AMEN and pass the PLATE! I have zero skills as for Editing and Producing films...BUT I HAVE NO PROBLEM helping to fund those that CAN/WILL do these things. Need a better Editing program? What ever it is, i can ABSOLUTELY help out with costs! Its an investment into my in Game Fun! Plus, this way helps every one of us...beats picking individuals I like being around IN GAME and contributing to their needs/want to try some things!

[Brooke]

Remember, folks, the issue does not seem to be getting new players to try the game but getting new players who try the game to stay in the game.

It's about conversion, not reaching people.

In the last 100 days aprox 40,000 people have installed Aces High, 20,000 new people have created accounts and entered an arena. Of the people entering the arena 65% are gone and do never reenter by the 10 minute mark of being in the arena. 75% are gone after 30 Minutes.