Template:Monetization
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Monetization table
- Add this table below the {{Availability}} table. The DLC table will sit below this.
- Data should correspond with what is entered into the Taxonomy section of the {{Infobox game}}.
- Definitions are at the bottom of this page.
Syntax
==Monetization== {{Monetization |ad-supported = |cross-game bonus = |dlc = |expansion pack = |freeware = |free-to-play = |one-time game purchase = |sponsored = |subscription = |subscription gaming service = }}
Examples
- See Apex Legends and Destiny 2 for examples.
Notes
- Each statement should be referenced.
- Each sentence should be as concise as possible, no more than one or two sentences per point.
Definitions
- Battle/season passes are not handled through a separate definition but is instead covered by the individual content it is made up of.
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Ad-supported | Monetized through advertisements which do not form natural part of the game, e.g. watching a video before playing, on-screen launcher ads, ads in the in-game menu system, etc. |
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Cross-game bonus | Games that encourage buying other games, which'd unlock bonus items like (but not limited to) items, cosmetics, extra currency, unique dialogues, or other features, be they exclusive or not. |
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DLC | For the purposes of PCGamingWiki's taxonomy, 'DLC' specifically refers to medium size chunks of additional game content such as maps, levels, quests, new gameplay mechanics etc. that is normally created in addition to the game, paid for and downloaded, but less substantial than an 'expansion pack'. |
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Expansion pack | Game content which can extend the percentage of playtime substantially. Including and not limited to: large story campaigns, a large number of new maps or levels, expanded gameplay, etc. |
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Free-to-play | Free-to-play or F2P games give players access to a significant portion of their content without paying. They might include an optional subscription, or are supported by expansion packs, DLCs, microtransactions, or advertisements. |
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Freeware | Games that are completely free to own in their entirety. | ||
One-time game purchase | Games which requires an upfront purchase to access. |
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Sponsored | Sponsored content is a type of in-game advertising that forms part of the natural game experience. |
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Subscription | Game may require continuous subscription payment from a player, or a subscription offers premium features. |
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Subscription gaming service | Game is included in a collection of games accessible as part of a monthly video game subscription service such as EA Play or Xbox Game Pass. |
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