What are nonlinear progression systems?

A nonlinear progression system is like a video game where you don’t have to follow just one path, you can choose different ways to get stronger and better.

Imagine you're playing with building blocks. In some games, you only build up by stacking blocks one on top of the other, like climbing stairs. But in a nonlinear progression system, you can jump from one floor to another, or even go back down a few steps if you want to try something new. You might learn how to use different kinds of blocks, some make your tower taller, others make it stronger, and some let you build sideways.

Think about growing a garden instead of just stacking blocks. In a nonlinear progression system, you don’t have to water the plants in order or wait for one plant to grow before moving on to another. You can water them all at once, or choose which ones need more care. Some plants might help others grow faster, like how flowers can attract bees that help other plants pollinate.

This way, you can grow your garden in many different ways, just like how you can get stronger and better in a game in lots of fun, creative ways!