FPS games vs Third person games

1. Focus on surrounding

FPS games need not to work too much on surroundings, while a large portion of third person games are devoted in designing in the open world territories.

A large part of what makes third person games interesting is the way you interact with the world and the freedom you have. That could take a huge chunk of your time and effort.

2. Reflexes

FPS is heavily popular for shooting or military games, not limited though. It means you have to design the characters susceptible of quick movements.

Third person definitely needs that but you can make the gameplay rely on other elements like exploration. There are several creative ways to handle this issue.

3. Popularity

I might sound diplomatic but each of them has their own boons and limitations. They have drawn their own set of fans.

And surprisingly, one might be popular at a given set of time while other taking its sweet crown at other time. Or maybe, they might have their own competition.

4. Multiplayer

Both will draw their own set of fans, but multiplayer on third person will make it much easier for players to interact; whether newbie or veterans, they will both find a way to enjoy it to the fullest.

FPS might be difficult for newbies to get adjusted to. The veterans will just get by, but the rage quit might not allow most of the newbies to get to veteran level.