qbb84 / NetworkLevelling

A rigorous levelling system

Network Leveling System

My approach for implementing a rigorous levelling system, from initial design to implementation for large player bases.

Levelling Progressions

1. Linear Levelling Progression

• Description:
  • The required XP increases linearly with the player's level.
  • Example: 2500, 5000, 7500, etc.
  • Customizable: Base increase of 3500*n.
  • $XP_{needed} = level \times XP_{perLevel}$

2. Exponential Levelling Progression

• Description:
  • The required XP increases exponentially with the player's level.
  • Common in MMOS/RPGs like WoW.
  • $XP_{needed} = XP_{base} \times growthRate^{level-1}$

3. Polynomial Levelling Progression

• Description:
  • The required XP increases according to a power of the player's level.
  • Similar to games like FFXIV, POE, Diablo 3, Skyrim, Oblivion.
  • $XP_{needed} = XP_{base} \times level^{exponent}$

Boosters

• Description:
  • Boosters are implemented to enhance XP gain for players.
  • Customizable: Boost percentages, duration, etc.

Discord Integration

• Description:
  • Discord integration for level updates by proxy.

Notifiers for Best Player Experience

• Description:
  • System includes notifiers to enhance the overall player experience.

Psychology Utilization

• Description:
  • Utilizes researched psychological principles to optimize player engagement.

Customization

• Description:
  • The system allows for easy customization of XP progression via config.