PAPERVERSE - A COZY ADVENTURE TO BRING COLOR AND COOPERATION BACK TO A WORLD GONE GRAY.

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Thank you for participating in our game development survey!

We are creating a cozy, cooperative adventure game where players work together to bring color, emotion, and vibrancy back to a world overtaken by the sinister No-Color Gnomes. This game blends elements from Minecraft, Animal Crossing, and Stardew Valley, focusing on social collaboration, player customization, and AI-driven adventures.

This survey will take approximately 7-10 minutes to complete. Your feedback will help us:
✅ Understand what players enjoy in open-world and social games.
✅ Fine-tune features like customization, multiplayer cooperation, and emotional storytelling.
✅ Create an engaging experience that adapts to different playstyles.

Your honest feedback is invaluable, and your answers will directly shape the development of our game. Thank you for your time and support! 🎮💙

Blendbound INC https://madinapapel.studio

Section 1: General Information

What is your age?
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Under 18

18–24

25–34

35–44

45+

What gender do you identify as?
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Male

Female

Non-binary

Prefer not to say

Other:

Where are you located? (Country)
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How often do you play video games?
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Daily

A few times a week

Once a week

A few times a month

Rarely

What platforms do you primarily play games on? (Select all that apply)
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Console (PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch)

Mobile (iOS, Android)

Other:

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What are your favorite open-world or sandbox games? (Select all that apply)
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Minecraft

Animal Crossing

Stardew Valley

Fortnite

The Sims

Terraria

Valheim

No Man’s Sky

Other:

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Section 2: Gameplay Preferences

What aspects of open-world games do you enjoy the most? (Select up to 3)

Exploration and discovering new areas

Crafting and building structures

Farming and resource management

Social interactions with NPCs and other players

Story-driven quests and progression

Customizing my character and environment

Other:

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What kind of activities would you like to see in our game? (Select all that apply)
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Growing and tending symbolic gardens that reflect your emotional state

Making choices that shape your identity and change the world around you

Designing or customizing your avatar, home, or emotional landscape

Co-creating cities with other players based on shared values or feelings

Engaging in rituals, constellations, or dream-like sequences to unlock progress

Participating in story-driven encounters or ceremonies with in-game characters

Quiet, reflective solo moments like fishing, stargazing, or music-based play

Exploring a world that changes as you grow emotionally

Other:

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How important is multiplayer gameplay to you?
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Very important – I prefer multiplayer games

Somewhat important – I like optional co-op or social elements

Neutral – I enjoy both solo and multiplayer equally

Not important – I prefer single-player experiences

How much freedom do you like in a game?
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I prefer structured gameplay with clear goals and quests

I like a mix of guidance and free exploration

I love total freedom with no restrictions

Section 3: Aesthetic & World-Building

What type of world setting do you find most appealing? (Select up to 2)

Fantasy (magic, mythical creatures)

Futuristic (sci-fi, space exploration)

Cozy & Relaxing (countryside, peaceful villages)

Post-apocalyptic (survival, rebuilding civilization)

Other:

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How important is character customization to you?
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Extremely important – I want detailed customization options

Somewhat important – I like a few options to personalize my character

Not important – I’m fine with default characters

How do you feel about seasonal changes in the game?
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Love it – It adds variety and realism

It’s nice but not necessary

I prefer a fixed environment

Section 4: Our Game

How appealing does the concept of a cooperative adventure to restore color and vibrancy to a fading world sound to you?

Extremely appealing – I love the idea!

Somewhat appealing – I’d like to see how it’s executed.

Neutral – I’m indifferent.

Not appealing – It’s not my style.

Clear selection

Our game emphasizes cooperative social play where diverse players must work together to rebuild a community. How important is co-op gameplay to you?

Very important – I love playing with others.

Somewhat important – I enjoy co-op but also like solo play.

Neutral – I’m fine with either.

Not important – I prefer single-player experiences.

Clear selection

The world is overtaken by No-Color Gnomes, and players must work together to bring back color, emotion, and vibrancy through crafting, exploration, and community-building. Which of these activities interests you the most? (Select up to 3)

Restoring color and beauty to the world

Solving creative puzzles and challenges

Exploring hidden areas and secrets

Building and designing unique structures

Crafting special tools and items

Connecting with NPCs and forming relationships

Hosting in-game social events (e.g., community gatherings, festivals)

Other:

This game will feature AI-augmented adventures that adapt to your playstyle and encourage emotional engagement. How important is it for a game to recognize and respond to your unique choices?

Extremely important – I want my actions to shape the experience.

Somewhat important – A little adaptation is nice.

Neutral – It’s not a major factor for me.

Not important – I prefer a set story and world.

Clear selection

How challenging do you like your games to be?

Easy – I prefer a relaxed, stress-free experience.

Moderate – I like some challenges, but nothing too frustrating.

Challenging – I enjoy complex mechanics that push me.

Hardcore – I love high-difficulty, strategic gameplay.

Clear selection

in this game, challenges may include moving obstacles together, gathering resources from different regions, or hosting events. What kind of challenges sound the most fun to you? (Select all that apply)

Team-based puzzles (e.g., moving a large object together)

Resource gathering across regions (e.g., bringing food from one place to another for an event)

Time-sensitive missions (e.g., restoring color before it fades away)

Collaborative crafting/building (e.g., working with others to construct a town)

Social and emotional challenges (e.g., resolving conflicts, supporting NPCs or players emotionally)

Other:

The game explores themes of transformation, connection, and authenticity. How important are meaningful themes in your gaming experience?

Very important – I want a game that makes me think and feel deeply.

Somewhat important – Themes add depth, but they’re not my main focus.

Neutral – I play for fun and don’t focus on deeper themes.

Not important – I prefer games without strong emotional or philosophical messages.

Clear selection

In the Paperverse, consuming stardust from deceased papers grants power and clarity. How do you feel about this mechanic of gaining wisdom and strength from past experiences?

Love it – It’s a unique and meaningful mechanic.

Like it – It sounds interesting, but I’d need to see how it works.

Neutral – I’m indifferent to this type of system.

Dislike it – It doesn’t appeal to me.

Clear selection

The social aspect of the game is built around longing, curiosity, togetherness, and understanding with a safe and secure chat-tool. How much do you enjoy forming relationships with NPCs or other players in games?

Love it – I enjoy deep, meaningful interactions.

Like it – I engage sometimes, but it’s not my focus.

Neutral – I don’t seek out social interactions in games.

Dislike it – I prefer gameplay over social elements.

Clear selection

Authenticity is a key theme—players express themselves freely in a world that imposes rules and conventions. How do you feel about a game that encourages self-expression and identity formation?

Very excited – I love games that let me be myself.

Somewhat interested – It’s a nice bonus, but not my main focus.

Neutral – I don’t usually think about self-expression in games.

Not interested – I prefer structured experiences.

Clear selection

Section 5: Monetization & Business Model

What is your preferred payment model for a game like this?

One-time purchase ($20-$60)

Free-to-play with optional in-game purchases

Subscription-based model

Other:

How do you feel about cosmetic microtransactions (e.g., outfits, skins, furniture)?
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