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Analysis: Layered Gameplay in Disgaea

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One of the primary appeals of roleplaying games is their customization. A player can shape her characters and the party as a whole to her specifications, which can support a wide range of gameplay styles.

One player might want a hack-and-slash, action-filled game, and so build characters that are best at dealing and absorbing damage. Another player might prefer a more slow-paced, bag-of-tricks approach, and focus on special abilities like status ailments or techniques that control the flow of battle.

By incorporating this customizability, roleplaying games broaden their appeal. The more variable a play experience is possible in a game, the wider its possible audience.
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maniacmayhem - 210 days 2 hours ago
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1 - Disgaea is such a good series but...
I really wish they would make Laharl the main character again. The other leads were funny but the chemistry between Laharl, Etna and Flonne was classic.
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Godmars290 - 210 days 2 hours ago
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2 - The way the article writer keeps using "her"
You'd almost think that girls play video games...
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StephanieBBB - 210 days 2 hours ago
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3 - I bought disgaea 3 recently...
And I have to say it's probably the best Rpg after secret of mana that I've ever played.

The game is HUGE! And if I would to discribe it to someone that haven't played it I would say, Imagine Diablo 2 but with traditional Japanese RPG elements. It's awesome!
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zoneofenders - 210 days 2 hours ago
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disgaea was always awesome.......
sadly SRPG is so niche these days...
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maniacmayhem - 210 days 1 hour ago
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I would love to see the next Disgaea's gameplay be similar to Valkyria Chronicles.
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SpoonyRedMage - 210 days 1 hour ago
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I bought Disgaea for the DS last week, it's really good but in my opinion Makai Kingdom is much better.

Laharl is awesome though.
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