
Candy Crush Nation: Sweet Power, Why We Keep Coming Back to the World’s Sweetest Obsession
Dizzy Davidson
This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.
If you've ever said "just one more level"—and found yourself still playing an hour later... If you’re fascinated by the psychology behind game addiction, or how simple mobile games become billion-dollar empires... If you're curious how a puzzle game with candy pieces could change the world of gaming forever...
Then this book is for you.
💥 Sweet Power: The Candy Crush Takeover peels back the colorful layers of one of the most iconic mobile games of all time. It's more than a sugary obsession—it's a cultural force, a masterclass in game design, and a global business success. Whether you're a longtime fan, a casual tapper, or just game-curious, this is your all-access pass into the candy-coated empire that reshaped mobile gaming.
Inside, you’ll discover:
🍬 The origin story of Candy Crush and the minds at King behind its global appeal
🧠 How the “match-3” formula was engineered to trigger the brain’s reward system
🎮 A detailed breakdown of game mechanics, boosters, and level design strategy
💸 The ethical debate around monetization, “lives,” and player psychology
🌍 How Candy Crush adapts to cultures across the globe—from Tokyo to São Paulo
👥 Real-life stories from players who’ve hit 10,000+ levels and events that turned fan communities into worldwide movements
📱 Crystal-clear tips, tricks, and step-by-step guides for maximizing lives, earning boosters, and crushing the leaderboard
🛠️ Illustrated examples, power-up combinations, and behind-the-scenes peeks at development
📝 A bonus chapter that shows you how to design your very own match-3 level—from objectives to obstacles
Packed with expert analysis, colorful illustrations, and eye-opening stories, this book is your ultimate guide to the candy kingdom that keeps players swiping, matching, and celebrating sweet victory.
Get your copy today!
Duration - 3h 50m.
Author - Dizzy Davidson.
Narrator - Digital Voice Alistair G.
Published Date - Friday, 10 January 2025.
Copyright - © 2025 Dizzy Davidson ©.
Location:
United States
Networks:
Dizzy Davidson
Digital Voice Alistair G
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Pure Water Books
English Audiobooks
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Description:
This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice. If you've ever said "just one more level"—and found yourself still playing an hour later... If you’re fascinated by the psychology behind game addiction, or how simple mobile games become billion-dollar empires... If you're curious how a puzzle game with candy pieces could change the world of gaming forever... Then this book is for you. 💥 Sweet Power: The Candy Crush Takeover peels back the colorful layers of one of the most iconic mobile games of all time. It's more than a sugary obsession—it's a cultural force, a masterclass in game design, and a global business success. Whether you're a longtime fan, a casual tapper, or just game-curious, this is your all-access pass into the candy-coated empire that reshaped mobile gaming. Inside, you’ll discover: 🍬 The origin story of Candy Crush and the minds at King behind its global appeal 🧠 How the “match-3” formula was engineered to trigger the brain’s reward system 🎮 A detailed breakdown of game mechanics, boosters, and level design strategy 💸 The ethical debate around monetization, “lives,” and player psychology 🌍 How Candy Crush adapts to cultures across the globe—from Tokyo to São Paulo 👥 Real-life stories from players who’ve hit 10,000+ levels and events that turned fan communities into worldwide movements 📱 Crystal-clear tips, tricks, and step-by-step guides for maximizing lives, earning boosters, and crushing the leaderboard 🛠️ Illustrated examples, power-up combinations, and behind-the-scenes peeks at development 📝 A bonus chapter that shows you how to design your very own match-3 level—from objectives to obstacles Packed with expert analysis, colorful illustrations, and eye-opening stories, this book is your ultimate guide to the candy kingdom that keeps players swiping, matching, and celebrating sweet victory. Get your copy today! Duration - 3h 50m. Author - Dizzy Davidson. Narrator - Digital Voice Alistair G. Published Date - Friday, 10 January 2025. Copyright - © 2025 Dizzy Davidson ©.
Language:
English
OPENING CREDITS
Duration:00:00:14
INTRODUCTION
Duration:00:09:15
CHAPTER 1: FROM GEMS TO GUMMIES – A BRIEF HISTORY OF MATCH-3
Duration:00:09:26
CHAPTER 2: BEHIND THE SCREENS – THE FOUNDERS AND THE STUDIO
Duration:00:11:19
CHAPTER 3: CANDY CRUSH CORE LOOP – WHY CRUSHING FEELS SO GOOD
Duration:00:12:02
CHAPTER 4: ANATOMY OF A LEVEL – BREAKING DOWN THE SWEET SCIENCE
Duration:00:13:48
CHAPTER 5: BOOSTERS & POWER-UPS – YOUR SECRET WEAPONS
Duration:00:13:56
CHAPTER 6: TOKENS & TROPHIES – THE MONETIZATION MACHINE
Duration:00:10:47
CHAPTER 7: THE PSYCHOLOGY OF “ONE MORE LEVEL”
Duration:00:10:46
CHAPTER 8: GLOBAL SWEET SPOT – LOCALIZING CANDY FOR EVERY CULTURE
Duration:00:10:25
CHAPTER 9: COMMUNITY & COMPETITION – LEADERBOARDS, EVENTS & CLUBS
Duration:00:10:51
CHAPTER 10: ACCESSIBILITY & INCLUSIVITY – CANDY FOR ALL AGES
Duration:00:11:58
review request
Duration:00:00:50
CHAPTER 11: CRITICS & CONTROVERSIES – ADDICTION, REGULATION & ETHICS
Duration:00:09:45
CHAPTER 12: NEXT-GEN PUZZLES – AR, AI & THE FUTURE OF CANDY CRUSHING
Duration:00:14:01
CHAPTER 13: PLAYER STORIES – SWEET TRIUMPHS & TOUGH LOSSES
Duration:00:10:47
CHAPTER 14: INSPIRATION & NEXT STEPS – BRINGING SWEET POWER TO YOUR WORLD
Duration:00:11:27
CHAPTER 15: DATA-DRIVEN DESIGN – ANALYTICS BEHIND THE CANDY CURTAIN
Duration:00:11:23
CONCLUSION: THE FINAL JELLY TO CRACK
Duration:00:07:25
BONUS CHAPTER: DIY CANDY LAB – DESIGN YOUR OWN MATCH-3 LEVELS
Duration:00:09:48
APPENDIX A: GLOSSARY OF CANDY CRUSH TERMS
Duration:00:09:19
APPENDIX B: QUICK TIPS & CHEAT SHEET
Duration:00:05:09
APPENDIX C: RESOURCES & COMMUNITIES
Duration:00:06:00
REVIEW
Duration:00:00:28
OTHER BOOKS IN THE SAME SERIES
Duration:00:03:29
closing credits
Duration:00:00:14