Whats the significance of the name “Last Day of Work”?
CH: In this jungle of similar names, our intention was to have a name that was extremely easy to remember and one that differentiated well from all the others. We didn’t want the classic formula of an adjective + animal. We were very much inspired by game company names like Running With Scissors. The funny thing is that some customers, when they see my signature, they reply things like Good luck with your new venture… G4G: Let me compliment you on making the game so appealing? Can you discuss some of the elements that I have discovered: G4G: Pets underfoot and on the bed. CH: The pets were demanded by players. The least they could do is follow around the little people. G4G: Need for attention by player – food, house emergencies, illness and showering. CH: We wanted less micro-management of the villagers, so really they will take pretty good care of themselves and do not have to be told to go to the bathroom. G4G: Mood changes – exhausted, elated. CH: Managing mood is a challenge in t
