http://disqus.com/by/TC_buggs/enWed, 05 Aug 2009 01:07:36 -0000http://www.tremblinghand.net/2009/07/gamer-funded-gaming.html#comment-13963531<p>As David indicates, I would've thought the model would be most useful for those game developers who don't have a strong reputation as it enables players to make only a small investment in the game who's creators they are not so familiar/comfortable with.</p><p>Having said that, I've experienced my fair share of dreadful games from so-called big name developers, so I'd love a greater shift toward micro-financing myself. It does take some of the power from the marketers and pass it to the community.</p><p>From the creator's perspective, I agree that removing the need for startup capital would probably only suit the niche games and those who are develop the more "games-as-art" type of games.</p><p>From a consumer's perspective, a greater focus on microfinance (rather than traditional funding) should facilitate greater diversity in the games market - a good thing for all I'd say. </p>TC_buggsWed, 05 Aug 2009 01:07:36 -0000