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A Succession Game is a form of [[Meta Multiplayer]] gameplay where, instead of competing against one another, the players take turns controlling a single faction. It is most often found in [[Real Time Strategy|Real Time]] and [[Turn
Although some games (such as ''[[Super Mario Bros.]] 3'') have this functionality built in, a Succession Game is usually started by a player posting a topic in a [[Message Board]] identifying the game and asking for other interested players. Once enough players have been recruited, the group will then decide on:
* The order of play (usually this is the same as the signup order, with the thread-starter going first).
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* As noted above, the phenomenon is most prevalent on gaming forums. Good examples can often be found by looking in the "Stories" section (if it has one).
** [http://forums.civfanatics.com/index.php Civilization Fanatics Center] and [http://apolyton.net/forums Apolyton Civilization Site] - the [[
** [http://www.europa-universalis.com/forum/ Paradox Interactive Forums] maintains [[After Action Report]] sections for most of its games.
** The [[Dwarf Fortress]] [http://www.bay12forums.com/smf/index.php?board=14.0 forums]
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