Suika Game is about binary counting
TLDRThe video script discusses the mathematical concepts behind the popular game 'Sua Game', a binary counting-inspired game on Nintendo Switch, and compares it with other tile-matching games like 'Threes' and '2048'. It explores the scoring systems and strategies of these games, the influence of live streamers and vtubers on their popularity, and the ethical considerations of game development and cloning. The script also delves into the cultural impact of these games and the potential for simple clones to overshadow more complex originals.
Takeaways
- 🎮 The SUER game on Nintendo Switch is a viral success where players drop fruits into a box, combining them in a manner reminiscent of binary counting.
- 🍒 The game's mechanics can be likened to binary digits, with different fruits representing values from 1 (cherry) to higher powers of two (e.g., strawberry=2, blackberries=4, etc.).
- 🌟 The popularity of SUER game surged due to attention from vtubers and live streamers, originally developed by Aladdin X as an app for overhead projectors.
- 🔢 The game 248, introduced in 2014, is built around adding powers of two and is a more direct representation of binary counting than SUER game.
- 🔄 The scoring systems of SUER game and 2048 differ significantly, with the latter rewarding player for merging tiles more effectively than the former.
- 💡 The game Threes! is the original binary tile-matching game from which 2048 and other similar games were derived, focusing on combining tiles to form numbers that are three times a power of two.
- 📈 The Triangular numbers are used in SUER game for scoring, which grow quadratically but at a slower rate compared to the exponential growth in games like Threes! and 2048.
- 🚀 The strategy in SUER game involves clearing space on the board, which is different from the high-value tile focus in Threes! and the mindless swiping strategy in 2048.
- 🌐 The success of 2048 is attributed to its free-to-play model and simplicity, despite being a clone of the paid game Threes!.
- 💭 The developers of Threes! express a desire to reach a broader audience with their game, acknowledging the freemium model's potential to attract more players.
Q & A
What is the basic gameplay of the SUER game mentioned in the transcript?
-The SUER game is a video game on the Nintendo Switch where players drop fruits into a box, and when two of the same fruit touch each other, they combine to become a bigger fruit.
How does the SUER game relate to binary counting?
-The SUER game relates to binary counting by assigning values to the fruits, such as cherries being one, strawberries two, blackberries four, and so on. When two fruits of the same type combine, they maintain the same total value, similar to binary digits combining without changing the overall value.
What is the origin of the SUER game?
-The SUER game was originally made by the company Aladdin X as an inbuilt app for a line of overhead projectors, which they marketed as an alternative to television sets for individuals and families.
How did the SUER game become popular?
-The SUER game gained popularity in Japan when vtubers brought attention to it, and then it spread to the Western world through popular live streamers.
What is the scoring system like in the SUER game?
-The scoring system in the SUER game is based on triangular numbers. When fruits combine, the score increases according to the triangular number sequence, which grows quadratically but at a slower rate than exponential numbers in games like Threes or 2048.
How does the scoring system in Threes differ from that in SUER game?
-In Threes, the scoring system values larger tiles more highly, as the score increases by a factor of 1.5 when two tiles combine. In contrast, the SUER game undervalues larger fruits, focusing more on clearing space on the board for accumulating smaller fruits.
What is the significance of the physical elements in the SUER game?
-The chaotic physical elements in the SUER game add an extra layer of challenge and strategy, as they limit the player's ability to match fruits, making it more difficult to achieve the binary counting concept perfectly.
Why did the developers of Threes release a free-to-play version of their game?
-The developers of Threes released a free-to-play version to reach a larger audience and encourage players to try the game. They aimed to direct these players towards purchasing the paid version for a better experience.
What is the moral stance of the 2048 creator towards making the game free?
-The creator of 2048, Gabrielle, chose to make the game free because he believed it would be unfair to profit from a concept that he didn't invent.
How does the clone nature of the SUER game affect its potential for popularity?
-The fact that the SUER game is a clone of a browser game by the Chinese company Mido does not necessarily affect its popularity, as the SUER game has added its own polish and features that make it more appealing and engaging to players.
What is the main difference in strategy between Threes and 2048?
-Threes is a slower, more strategic game where players aim to collect all the faces by reaching higher scores, while 2048 is a faster, more mindless game where the strategy is simpler and focuses on quickly combining tiles.
Outlines
🎮 Solving Binary with Sucker Game
This paragraph introduces the concept of the Sucker Game, a video game on Nintendo Switch that involves dropping fruits into a box. When two identical fruits touch, they combine to form a larger fruit, which is reminiscent of binary counting. The game has gained viral success, and the paragraph humorously explains the game mechanics and its relation to binary counting, highlighting the different values assigned to each fruit and how they combine. It also touches on the game's popularity due to the entertaining reactions of players, especially when fruits launch into the sky. The paragraph then delves into the origins of the game, mentioning its development by Aladdin X as an app for overhead projectors, which was later adapted into a popular gaming concept.
🔢 Exploring the Mathematics of 248 and Tile Matching Games
The second paragraph discusses the mathematical principles behind the games 248 and Sucker Game, comparing them to the tile-matching game Threes. It explains how 248 is built around adding powers of two, making it a direct representation of binary counting. The paragraph also compares the scoring systems of these games, noting that Sucker Game uses Triangular numbers, which grow quadratically but at a slower rate than the exponential growth in Threes. The discussion highlights the strategic differences between the games, with Threes valuing larger tiles more, while Sucker Game incentivizes clearing space on the board. The paragraph concludes by reflecting on the popularity of 2048, a simpler clone of Threes, and the moral implications of its free-to-play model.
🤔 The Appeal of Simple Math Games and their Clones
The final paragraph questions why 2048 is considered a math game despite its simplistic use of numbers. It argues that 2048 lacks critical thinking and strategic planning, which are essential components of mathematics. The paragraph then contrasts 2048 with Sucker Game, which it deems more mathematical due to its binary counter concept. The discussion extends to the nature of clones in the gaming industry, noting that Sucker Game is also a clone of a Chinese browser game called Hua. The paragraph reflects on the differences between the original games and their clones, appreciating the polish and innovation that Sucker Game brought to the concept. It concludes by considering the potential for Sucker Game to be overshadowed by a simpler clone, but ultimately dismisses this concern, citing the game's popularity and unique appeal.
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Keywords
💡Sua Game
💡Binary Counting
💡Viral Success
💡Vtubers
💡Live Streamers
💡Aladdin X
💡Threes
💡2048
💡Triangular Numbers
💡Scoring System
💡Game Mechanics
💡Copies and Clones
Highlights
Sua Game is a video game on the Nintendo Switch where you drop fruits into a box, and when two of the same fruit touch, they combine to become a bigger fruit.
The game has had viral success recently, and its mechanics relate to binary counting by assigning values to different fruits.
In Sua Game, fruits can be thought of as digits in a binary number system when matched, maintaining the total value.
The game's popularity is attributed to the entertaining aspect of watching people react to the fruits' unpredictable movements.
Sua Game was originally made by Aladdin X as an inbuilt app for a line of overhead projectors, marketed as an alternative to television sets.
The game is not the first to be built around matching things of the right size in a way that resembles binary counting.
The game 248, released in 2014, is built around adding powers of two and is a clone of another game.
Threes is the original binary tile-matching game, and 2048 is a clone of it, which in turn is a clone of 1024.
In Threes, the scoring system rewards the player for merging tiles by increasing the value by a factor of 1.5.
Sua Game introduces chaotic physical elements that limit the player's ability to match fruits, adding a unique twist to the gameplay.
Sua Game uses Triangular numbers for scoring, which grow quadratically but not as fast as the exponential numbers in Threes or 2048.
In Sua Game, larger fruits are undervalued in terms of scoring compared to smaller fruits, encouraging players to clear space on the board.
Threes values larger tiles more due to the scoring system, which incentivizes matching high-value tiles.
2048 became more popular than Threes, partly because it is free to play and requires less strategizing.
The developers of Threes express sympathy for the original creator of 2048, highlighting the complexity of the situation.
Sua Game, despite being a clone, improved upon the original browser game with better polish and satisfying physics.
The original game of Sua Game is a browser game by the Chinese company Mido, called Hua, which translates to 'merge big watermelon'.
The success of Sua Game can be attributed to live streamers and VTubers bringing attention to it, which is beyond the developers' control.
The article concludes that Sua Game is more mathematical than 2048 or Threes due to its abstract representation of binary counting with fruits.
The discussion around these games raises the question of whether free games are generally worse and paid games better, but also acknowledges the value of providing a good experience for all players.
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