Friday, 15 September 2023

LO1 TASK 4 : Cross media product case study

 As my choice, I have selected the Assassin's Creed franchise, which has proven itself both as a video game and film series. 

  1. Brand and Adaptation: 

    The Assassin's Creed franchise, which includes video games, books, comics, and a film adaptation. 

 

 

  1. Marketing and Distribution: 

    The Assassin's Creed franchise has been marketed and distributed across various platforms. It utilizes social media extensively, with dedicated pages on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram to engage fans and promote new releases. Above the line advertising includes TV commercials, online banners, and billboards in key locations. Synergy is evident through collaborations with other Ubisoft games and merchandise. The franchise also extends to games consoles such as PlayStation, Xbox, Pc, mobile apps, and cinematic releases. 

 

  1. Target Audience Study: 

    the target audience of assassin’s creeds is Males 18-28 this is due to the game have an age rating of 18+, the game is primarily targeted to male as the character you play as is male. Ubisoft conducts thorough target audience studies to understand the demographics, preferences, and spending power of Assassin's Creed fans. This data informs marketing strategies and helps create content that resonates with the audience, whether it is focusing on historical accuracy, immersive gameplay, or engaging storytelling. 

 

  1. Technological Convergence: 

    Due to the advances in technology the audiences can access the Assassin's Creed franchise through technological convergence platforms such as Web 2.0 (community forums, user-generated content, interactive websites) and Blackbox devises (digital distribution platforms like Steam, Uplay, PlayStation Store). The advantages include quick access to new content, multiplayer features, digital purchases, and community engagement through forums and social media integrations. 

 

  1. Success Metrics: 

    The success of Assassin's Creed is measured through different metrics. Box office figures size the performance of the film adaptation. Social media metrics such as likes, shares, and comments reflect fan engagement and brand loyalty. Video game sales, digital downloads, and in-game transactions indicate commercial success. Critical reviews, awards, and fan feedback contribute to assessing overall success and impact within the gaming and entertainment industry. 

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