MindsEye May Be Shorter Than Thought
MindsEye, which draws attention with its similarity to the Grand Theft Auto series, may seem like a long-running game set in a large open world at first glance, but the reality is a bit different. According to the statements of Leslie Benzies, the game’s director, the main story offers only 20 hours of gameplay. While this detail questions the game’s GTA comparisons, the development team wants to stand out with its different aspects.
MindsEye Chooses a Different Path with Its Linear Structure
Developed by Build a Rocket Boy, MindsEye takes the player to a certain period in Jacob Diaz’s life. According to Leslie Benzies, the game prefers a linear structure instead of an open world because the story it wants to tell can be presented more effectively with such a structure. Benzies, who says, “An open world offers you freedom, but some stories don’t require freedom, they require direction,” states that the story, which begins with Jacob’s arrival in Redrock and ends at a certain point, requires this structure.
Although 20 hours of gameplay may seem short to some players, this is a conscious choice. Benzies points out that most big games are not played to the end. Stating that approximately 60-70% of players do not complete the games, the developer states that their goal is to offer players a complete experience from beginning to end. The game’s side missions both detail character backgrounds and deepen the general structure of the world.
In addition to MindsEye’s single-player structure, multiplayer content is planned to be included in the game in the future. Benzies says that the game will be expanded with both free and paid content in the future. This content aims to enrich the universe with new stories, missions and character developments. However, this model may not be welcomed by all players.
Although it is compared to GTA due to its visual style and producer, MindsEye aims to differentiate itself with its different storytelling, shorter duration and goal-oriented structure. This unique approach of the game can take it beyond being considered a “GTA clone”.
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