Game Designers and Economy Balancers
Designing the initial economic loop and currency balance for a new mobile RPG or competitive game
Use cases
About
The Central Topic mind map template provides a structured framework for game economy design, specifically focusing on monetization strategies and currency flow. This 115-node template covers the critical distinction between 'Strong/Hard Currency' and 'Weak/Soft Currency', alongside detailed breakdowns of revenue mechanisms for both IAP (In-app purchase) and mobile advertising models. It serves as a comprehensive cheat sheet for game designers to map out the 'DÒNG CHẢY CỦA ĐỒNG TIỀN TRONG GAME' (Game Currency Flow), ensuring that monetization is integrated deeply into the gameplay loop. The structure is organized into five primary branches, including financial push strategies, key sales depth, and consumable item revenue mechanisms, making it an essential tool for balancing player progression with profitability.
Terms and ConditionsWhen to use this template
Product Managers and Studio Leads
Pitching monetization strategies to stakeholders by visualizing IAP and Ad revenue streams
Live-Ops Managers
Auditing an existing game's economy to identify new 'Vật phẩm tiêu hao' (consumable) revenue opportunities
How to use this template
Step 1
Import the template file
Download and open the .xmind file in Xmind desktop or the web app to access the full 115-node structure.
Step 2
Define your currency types
Locate the 'Giá trị sử dụng của đồng tiền' branch and replace the placeholder text with your game's specific hard and soft currencies.
Step 3
Map the revenue flow
Customize the 'CƠ CHẾ DOANH THU' nodes to align with your PVP and PVE gameplay, setting specific triggers for gold or ruby expenditures.
Frequently asked questions
This template includes a detailed breakdown of currency types, revenue streams for IAP and Ads, and specific monetization points for PVP/PVE content. It features over 110 nodes covering everything from 'HOA HỒNG' (Commissions) to 'CƯỜNG HÓA ĐỒ' (Equipment Enhancement).
Navigate to the 'ADS (CHỦ YẾU MOBILE)' and '2 dạng KD game' branches. These sections help you decide between IAP-driven models using diamonds or rubies and ad-driven models that offer free boxes in exchange for views.
Yes, this Xmind template is fully editable. You can customize the currency names, adjust the 'DÒNG CHẢY CỦA ĐỒNG TIỀN' flow, and add specific item costs to fit your unique game mechanics.
It refers to the 'KEY' monetization strategy of selling 'Deep' (upgrading a single item significantly) and 'Wide' (encouraging players to purchase a large variety of different items or categories).
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