Hi all, Wanted to bounce an idea around here, which I'll repost in BGG forums proper later. I run a small startup game development studio and we're considering pitching the following concept:
An online platform for the digital purchase and online play of (licensed) popular boardgames. We'd build a platform which allowed people to sign up, and buy into a copy of their favourite game. We'd recreate these games in simple 2D format, using original artwork, to be played over the net in real time, or over the net in a turn based system (where appropriate). Perhaps even singleplayer vs AI mode. Now, as a boardgame lover I understand that this mode of play will never, ever equal the actual purchase and enjoyment of gathering around a table. It is NOT intended to replace that. As a boardgamer, I also understand sometimes I'm at home and I just WANT to play, say, Puerto Rico. I can't play on my own, I can't even, really, play with just a single sibling or partner and I can't organise a group gathering. Under the system, I could log in, find a game with players of my skill, not worry about preparation or rules and have a quick game. Obviously all games would be licensed from their respective owners. For the sake of discussion, lets assume that can be done and is not an issue. What is of interest is an appropriate business model. Does one person by a copy of the "game" which he can then host tables for 3-5 (or whatever) other players? Or do all players pay a small one off fee to access all online matches of one game. Do we have a subscription model where players can play any game they want? I imagine a combination of the last two is the best option. Any thoughts anyone? Thanks in advance for your considered criticism and comments! --~--~---------~--~----~------------~-------~--~----~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "BGG Down" group. To post to this group, send email to [email protected] To unsubscribe from this group, send email to [email protected] For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/BGG_down?hl=en -~----------~----~----~----~------~----~------~--~---
