5. Character Rosters
When a player picks up (or downloads) one of these games, the first thing they see is the character roster. These games need a diverse selection of characters. This attracts more players and gives the players not only a large selection of play styles but also provides a way for the player to identify with the character or fighter they are playing. Giving the player this type of connection to a character or fighter gives the player a motivation to win or succeed and makes the overall experience much better and more personal. Some may suggest that character customization can provide a similar experience, and while this may be true, it could detract from the nature of the game itself. Providing a wide range of characters gives life to a game in a way that is unlike those that base their player characters around customization. Fighters, heroes and champions that are created by the developer are usually made with the game and the game's universe in mind, creating a cohesive experience and giving the game a flair of individuality to which other games just cannot compare, in that regard.