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What is Player-Versus-Player (PvP) and Player-Versus-Environment (PvE)

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Handbook of Research on Pathways and Opportunities Into the Business of Esports
Many games have a competitive mode which pits the player against others by skill level or ability level. This mode is referred to as “player-versus-player” or PvP. This is in contrast to content designed to challenge the player again artificial intelligence opponents, or PvE. In games such as Bungie’s Destiny , for example, the computer-controlled PvE content is designed to give the player “the grind” necessary to increase the character’s abilities and status. Once they have built their character up in PvE, the player can then try to excel at the PvP content in a play area called “The Crucible” against other players.
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Pwning Noobs for Fun and Profit: eSports and Entrepreneurship
Timothy B. Michael (University of Houston-Clear Lake, USA) and Melissa A. Williams (University of Houston-Clear Lake, USA)
Copyright: © 2021 |Pages: 20
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-7998-7300-6.ch003
Abstract
The last decade has seen tremendous growth in the use of social media, and online gaming has embraced streaming, allowing for more and more spectators each year. Streaming can generate viewership and ultimately revenue for more accomplished gamers. Individuals can stream live and record their exploits across a variety of gaming experiences, and this provides an opportunity for eSports athletes to turn their hobby into a growing source of income. In addition, elite players can find national or global sponsorships and contribute to charities on the basis of gaming tournaments and worldwide events. The landscape for creating entrepreneurship opportunities is developing over time. This chapter discusses the practical considerations for building a business around game streaming, sponsorship, and competition. The chapter should be beneficial for both beginning and accomplished gamers.
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