Do Day-Night Cycles Improve Immersion in Games?

[Vanilla]

From GTA 5 to Red Dead Redemption 2, realistic day-night systems add atmosphere. Do you think dynamic cycles improve immersion, or do they sometimes feel unnecessary? Which game handled time progression best for you?

 

[Redstone]

In some games atmosphere is very important, and the day and night cycle sets atmosphere in the game. I think the day and night cycles improve game immersion. For instance, when I play Forza Horizon, I really enjoy playing at night even though it is just 10-20 minutes.

 

[TheMask]

Day-night cycles definitely add immersion, especially in open-world or survival games. They change how you approach exploration, combat, or resource gathering. But some players find them distracting if the cycle moves too fast.

 

[Rosie]

From GTA 5 to Red Dead Redemption 2, realistic day-night systems add atmosphere. Do you think dynamic cycles improve immersion, or do they sometimes feel unnecessary? Which game handled time progression best for you?

The day and night atmospheric conditions of games such as Red Dead Redemption 2 are being talked about many years after the game was released. So, I think it has an impact as players would always want to have a feel of what it means to play games under those conditions.

 

[Vanilla]

The day and night atmospheric conditions of games such as Red Dead Redemption 2 are being talked about many years after the game was released. So, I think it has an impact as players would always want to have a feel of what it means to play games under those conditions.

I completely agree. Dynamic day-night cycles and weather in games make the world feel alive, enhancing immersion and leaving a lasting impression that keeps players engaged long after release.