Game Studies /Exercises 1 :My favourite video game
Game Studies Exercises 1 : My favourite video game/table top game & what makes this game playful
๐ฎ【Strategy, Style & Shenanigans】Why Teamfight Tactics: ้้ฒ้ฒไนๆ Is My Favorite Game
Even when I haven’t played for a while, there's one game that always pulls me back like a magnet — Teamfight Tactics (้้ฒ้ฒไนๆ). It’s not just about winning or losing — it’s about thinking, adapting, and watching chaos unfold on a tiny digital battlefield.
If you love games that mix brainpower, visual style, and a dash of randomness, welcome to your new obsession.
๐ When Legends Collide: The King of Glory Crossover
One of the most exciting updates in ้้ฒ้ฒ was the crossover with King of Glory (็่ ่ฃ่). Imagine seeing familiar heroes like Luban No.7 reimagined as adorable “Little Legends” with signature moves and flashy effects.
- ๐ฒ Themed chessboards based on ็่
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- ๐ก️ Cool props like defense towers & skill effects
- ๐ Exclusive rewards: crossover skins, arenas, and more
This crossover didn't just look cool — it made every match feel fresh and connected to my broader gaming world.
๐งฉ Interface Elements & Gameplay Explanation
๐ข Top Left: Synergy Bar
Icons: e.g. "Soul Reapers", "Phantom Squad", "Swift Archers"
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Function: Displays your currently activated synergies and their tier levels (e.g. 3/5/7/10).
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Mechanic: Each hero has “race + class” tags. Gathering heroes with the same synergy provides buffs.
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E.g. 3 “Swift Archers” = attack speed boost;
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6 “Mecha Warriors” = shield bonus.
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Strategy Tip: Prioritize synergy matches over just high-star heroes.
๐ง Mid-Left (Above Board): Augment Icons
Icons: Show up to 3 small symbols, representing augments like “Pandora’s Equipment”, “Healing Orbs”, or “Hunting Rhythm”.
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Function: Displays the augments you’ve picked this match.
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Mechanic: Choose 3 augments in specific rounds.
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They provide bonus effects: extra gold, healing, shields, etc.
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๐ง♀️ Center: Battlefield
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Function: This is where your units fight automatically.
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How It Works:
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Drag heroes from your bench (bottom row) to the board.
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Position affects damage, survivability, and skill timing.
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Heroes auto-attack and auto-cast skills.
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Tactics:
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Put tanks in front, damage dealers in back.
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Protect your key carry unit.
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๐ก Top Center: Game Round & Stage Info
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Display: Shows something like “6-1” — this means Stage 6, Round 1.
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Function: Indicates current phase — PvE, PvP, or Draft.
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Gameplay Tip: Prep your team each phase: adjust positioning, roll shop, level up, etc.
๐ฏ Top Right: Gold, XP & Interest System
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Display: Shows current gold (e.g. 90), and XP bar (e.g. 6/84).
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Gold Use:
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Refresh shop (2 gold),
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Buy XP (4 gold),
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Purchase heroes.
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Interest System:
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Gain +1 gold per 10 gold saved (up to +5).
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Saving gold = strong mid/late game potential.
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Strategy Tip: Manage your economy — balance between saving, leveling, and rolling.
๐ง♂️ Right Side: Opponents & HP Status
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Shows all players' current HP (e.g. You’re first with 90 HP).
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Icons next to avatars indicate combat results (win/loss), and who attacked you.
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Why It Matters:
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Helps scout other players’ comps, HP trend.
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Predict future opponents and reposition accordingly.
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๐ป Bottom: Bench + Shop
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Bench: Where your unused heroes wait. Max: 9 units.
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Shop (5 cards):
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Random heroes every round.
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Refresh button (2 gold): reroll shop manually.
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Buy XP (4 gold): increase level to deploy more units and access better heroes.
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Gameplay Tip:
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Combine 3 of the same hero to upgrade star level.
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Smart rolling = stronger synergies and power spikes.
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๐ฆ Bottom Left: System Buttons
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Includes menu, settings, combat log, etc.
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Not core to gameplay, but worth exploring for customization.
๐ง Beginner Pro Tips:
| Tip Category | Advice |
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| ⭐ Maintain Gold | Try to keep 50 gold to maximize interest income |
| ⭐ Prioritize Synergy | Strong team combos > random powerful units |
| ⭐ Level Timing | Level up after saving gold, to deploy more units and access stronger ones |
| ⭐ Meta Awareness | Play strong comps from current patch, e.g. “Mecha + Archer”, “Soul Reaper + Assassin” |
| ⭐ Positioning | Adjust every round based on enemy formation — protect your backline, focus fire enemies |
✅ Summary: How to Win?
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Build Synergies – create a cohesive team comp
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Level Up & Upgrade – increase unit cap and hero stars
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Manage Economy – control gold, choose when to go all-in
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Smart Positioning – adapt your formation
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Be the Last One Standing – and you win!
✅ Tip: The real magic is adapting mid-game — countering enemies, building economy, and timing upgrades just right.
⚔️ What Makes It So Addictive?
- Every match feels different – thanks to random shops and items.
- Strategic depth – planning your economy, scouting others’ boards.
- Satisfying visual feedback – cool animations, glowing upgrades, and dramatic finishes.
๐งฑ What Could Be Better?
- ⚖️ Balance Issues: Sometimes a single meta comp dominates, making games repetitive.
- ๐ Network Lag: A few moments of delay can ruin your placement if you’re adjusting right before battle.
No game is perfect — and that’s okay!
（When logging in, resource loading is particularly slow and often lags due to poor network connectivit）
Still, the developers often release patches to balance units and improve experience.
๐ธ My Game Highlights – Step-by-Step with Screenshots
Actually, it can be seen that I didn't play very steadily at the beginning because I didn't choose the right heroes to form a suitable bond, so I made adjustments in the later stage and chose some people related to the unified team. And equip them with equipment, preferably for the same person, so that their attack power can be stacked.
๐ Final Thoughts: Why I’ll Keep Coming Back
Teamfight Tactics: ้้ฒ้ฒไนๆ isn’t just a game — it’s a battle of wits, a test of patience, and sometimes a lucky break. Whether I win or lose, every match teaches me something new. And with each new season or crossover event, it feels like the game evolves with me.
So... if you're tired of fast-twitch shooters and looking for something a little more tactical, give ้้ฒ้ฒ a try. You might just become addicted — like me.
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