3 6 Ke·2026-01-23 04:33Group 1 - Core viewpoint: The second dimension game category is transitioning from the cycle dominated by miHoYo's "Genshin Impact" to a new prosperity cycle led by companies like NetEase and Eagle Horn [2][3] - The game industry exhibits cyclical properties, with each cycle lasting approximately 6 years, influenced by factors such as technology, population, and policy [2] - By 2026, the second dimension game sector is expected to shift towards gameplay, narrative, and character-driven models, with a focus on expanding user demographics beyond traditional fans [3] Group 2 - The future of second dimension games will revolve around three main directions: innovative gameplay, social design, and expanded nurturing cycles [4][12] - Current leading second dimension games have largely followed the gameplay design framework established by "Genshin Impact," resulting in low innovation and a tendency towards homogenization [4][11] - The introduction of social gameplay is seen as essential to address commercialization and long-term engagement challenges within the second dimension gaming sector [6][13] Group 3 - The pricing of second dimension games has reached a near-bottom level, with an increasing emphasis on cosmetic purchases to decouple gameplay from monetization [6][13] - The shift towards cosmetic monetization is expected to enhance gameplay enjoyment and allow for more creative freedom in game design [6][13] - The current social design in second dimension games faces challenges, with a need to create engaging social experiences that resonate with users [6][80] Group 4 - Player preferences are evolving, with a growing interest in content that abstracts and deconstructs reality, leading to polarized content trends [7][14] - Economic conditions influence player emotions, which in turn affect the themes and tones of second dimension game content [8][14] - To maintain long-term engagement, companies must enhance their IP ecosystems and community interactions both online and offline [8][14]