Homefront, but yeah you're right...it was definitely diverse. I don't know what people are talking about lol.
Microsoft Gamescom 2015 Conference
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Homefront, but yeah you're right...it was definitely diverse. I don't know what people are talking about lol.
Miles Quaritch
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I'm missing something, how does the parity clause allow MS to get timed exclusives?
AmuroChan
Member
It's not the same though because Sony has no stake in PC. Windows 10 is Microsoft's flagship product. If Microsoft is going to say they're committed to PC gaming, then they need to prove it and not only release their B-tier games on the platform.
TheSlySoul
Member
The only think missing was an RPG really.
The variety is petty good.
I would also say platformer, but Microsoft has never made a good platformer.
justgames7604
Member
You release exlusively on xbox, give xbox exclusive content or hit the road.
Really? Liked a lot Crackdown seems like it has all the quirks and personality of the first 2
RedSparrows
Member
I don't really get how anyone can have firm opinions on anything they showed, tbh. They're all a way off, other than QB.
Miles Quaritch
Member
So you can't launch on X1 otherwise?
Tue developer couldn't have launched it alongside the PS4 version or just ignored the X1 altogether.
I'm no fan of the clause, but I'm not seeing how it factors into them getting timed exclusives.
That costs money.
HawksWinStanley
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I'm fully expecting them to have the new 1TB MCC bundle for $350 with any two of the following included: extra controller, free games of your choice, 12 months Live
I'd like to get that bundle with a new release game and one of the new controllers.
SEGAvangelist
Member
Nah. All they have to do is make sure the platform is good for gaming.
justgames7604
Member
I think alot of support is given when you go through ID@xbox, helping them secure a launch on at least one platform.
I know you get free dev kits and stuff. Probably some funding, etc.
Triggerhappytel
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JayWood2010
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I would imagine XBox One will be getting plenyt of deals this holiday, no doubt about it.
Considering the large majority of the conference was not about shooters... its like, trying to hard.
I may have gone overboard a little bit...
Good Lawd...what have U created? ....it's perfect!
Yeah, I'm sure Black Friday will have great deals, but it would be cool to play Halo 5 at launch, but not a necessity.
I'd say Halo and Forza are at or near the top of their respective genre.
I guess I was expecting it to be...different? It seems like the very same game I already played but with destruction. I always wanted Crackdown to become something like Tom Clancy's The Division but with super hero agents.
Melchiah
Member
The clause is meant to prevent indies from releasing games later on the XBO. If you don't have the resources to release simultaneously on the PS4, PC, and XBO, you'd have to choose which to go first. There's nothing preventing you from releasing on the PS4/PC later on.
Not even lmgtfy. Kids are getting lazier these days.
I found https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VYX0EuIm_Nc, but the bitrate is really low. Welp.
howdyjacker
Member
Good non E³ conference.
Best of show: Quantum Break
Biggest letdown: Crackdown
Best of show: Quantum Break
Biggest letdown: Crackdown
So is We Happy Few a Xbox console exclusive? I think it looked amazing. Very Bioshocky!
Overall a lot of good stuff in this conference, not all exclusive of course but still:
Quantum Break (Uncharted 4 notwithstanding, honestly didn't this look like some of the best third person shooting in years?)
Scalebound (Please this forum loves all platinum and I do too, the game is a year away, why are we so darn negative?)
Dark Souls 3 (Looks amazing, seems to be a mix of the original with some improvements from Bloodborne. Not exclusive, but since when does that make a conference less enjoyable?)
Tomb raider (The Tombs are back, Lara can swim, the gameplay is very much in line with TLoU and Uncharted)
+ Crackdown, Just Cause 3, Halo 5 (muted), Halo Wars 2, and We Happy Few - seems like a great show to me.
Overall a lot of good stuff in this conference, not all exclusive of course but still:
Quantum Break (Uncharted 4 notwithstanding, honestly didn't this look like some of the best third person shooting in years?)
Scalebound (Please this forum loves all platinum and I do too, the game is a year away, why are we so darn negative?)
Dark Souls 3 (Looks amazing, seems to be a mix of the original with some improvements from Bloodborne. Not exclusive, but since when does that make a conference less enjoyable?)
Tomb raider (The Tombs are back, Lara can swim, the gameplay is very much in line with TLoU and Uncharted)
+ Crackdown, Just Cause 3, Halo 5 (muted), Halo Wars 2, and We Happy Few - seems like a great show to me.
super-heated plasma
Member
Some people would still have something to complain about. That's people for ya.
Do you think the 100% environment destruction will change the way you approach missions though?
I'm also intrigued by the ecosystem and wondering how deep the cause and effect will be across the network of gangs. I would love a Shadow of Mordor-like system where there are hierarchies in flux based on what the player does.
Melchiah
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I think it was a "console first" on XBO.
Miles Quaritch
Member
Sure, I get that, but that doesn't account for the First on Xbox tag. That implies timed exclusivity, which is usually a three/six month deal and that's not free.
ZachzOOming
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+ Quantum Break: Impressive graphics. The premise is intriguing and gameplay mechanics look fairly interesting. Excellent pedigree in terms of casting (really hoping this comes to PC)
+ Scalebound:Graphics look great, dragon companion and multiplayer are big pluses. However, protagonist isn't very likeable and combat doesn't impress. Reserving judgement on the game
+ Backwards compatibility: Nicely implemented with GWG and a release date
+ Halo Wars 2: Nice surprise. Might be my first foray into Halo universe
- Indie segment: Did not captivate me (their E3 segment is way better imo)
- Few surprises: Was genuinely anticipating more surprises (didn't MS mention as many reveals at Gamescom as their E3?)
Indifferent about Halo 5, Forza 6, Crackdown 3 and DVR feature.
I'll wait on Rise of Tomb Raider. Segment on it is OK to me. Will prefer they show more adventuring/raiding.
Ultimately, the show did not convince me to get an Xbox One (already have a PS4 & Wii U). Pretty sure it made Xbox fans happy though, so I suppose that's a +.
+ Scalebound:Graphics look great, dragon companion and multiplayer are big pluses. However, protagonist isn't very likeable and combat doesn't impress. Reserving judgement on the game
+ Backwards compatibility: Nicely implemented with GWG and a release date
+ Halo Wars 2: Nice surprise. Might be my first foray into Halo universe
- Indie segment: Did not captivate me (their E3 segment is way better imo)
- Few surprises: Was genuinely anticipating more surprises (didn't MS mention as many reveals at Gamescom as their E3?)
Indifferent about Halo 5, Forza 6, Crackdown 3 and DVR feature.
I'll wait on Rise of Tomb Raider. Segment on it is OK to me. Will prefer they show more adventuring/raiding.
Ultimately, the show did not convince me to get an Xbox One (already have a PS4 & Wii U). Pretty sure it made Xbox fans happy though, so I suppose that's a +.
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rokkerkory
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Pretty solid show with a handful of surprises (HW2 and indies).
Spencer came through on his promises.
QB looks insane btw.
Spencer came through on his promises.
QB looks insane btw.
Gravemind IV
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=08ussysGygI
This Halo 5 MP b-roll footage did more for me than the e-sport segment. It's clean and crisp, it simply needs to be shown in 60fps in order to show its true colors.
This Halo 5 MP b-roll footage did more for me than the e-sport segment. It's clean and crisp, it simply needs to be shown in 60fps in order to show its true colors.
Great, thanks
Nope, just "first" on Xbox One by way of the Game Preview Program which is basically Xbox equivalent of STEAM early access. It's likely launchign day and date on PC/PS4, just not on PS4 early since they (as of right now) don't have a similar early access program.
Game is awesome by the way, played it at PAX East
To both of you
Banjo-Kazooie
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Nope, just "first" on Xbox One by way of the Game Preview Program which is basically Xbox equivalent of STEAM early access. It's likely launchign day and date on PC/PS4, just not on PS4 early since they (as of right now) don't have a similar early access program.
Game is awesome by the way, played it at PAX East
Melchiah
Member
You get essentially free timed exclusivity, if you have a clause that prevents small studios from releasing their games later on your platform. They have to release first on yours, if they want to have their game on all systems, but don't have the means to release simultaneously on them.
Solaire of Astora
Death by black JPN
Quite a few third person shooters too. I'm beginning to roll my eyes every time I see another game with plenty of conveniently placed waist high objects for the player to take cover behind.
To be fair, it's not exactly exclusive to Microsoft developed games, but I'm really becoming sick of it. Just wish someone would finally come up with something new that the entire gaming industry will no doubt copy for the next 10 years.
Thank god for indies, I suppose.
Melchiah
Member
Nope, just "first" on Xbox One by way of the Game Preview Program which is basically Xbox equivalent of STEAM early access. It's likely launchign day and date on PC/PS4, just not on PS4 early since they (as of right now) don't have a similar early access program.
Game is awesome by the way, played it at PAX East
That's good to hear, as I was sceptical about it when I read it's from the makers of Contrast.
take it online and get wrekd
tattooed_dwarf
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Very solid conference. GB looks so great, from gameplay to graphics to story. Most interesting and fun looking game of this generation this far.
Scalebound looked more interesting than I anticipated, I just hope we see more interaction between dragon and protag, I mean gameplaywise.
Much better presentation of Tomb raider, great to see how differently you can approach situations, seems like they made stealth much more viable this time. I hope tombs are challenging and have lots of variety.
Indie stuff looked great too, that quirky we happy few looked very interesting. So did Ark and that point'n'click game.
And MS seems to be really trying to market games with BC version of older title, wise move.
So solid conference with grew variety of different genres with very promising exclusives.
Scalebound looked more interesting than I anticipated, I just hope we see more interaction between dragon and protag, I mean gameplaywise.
Much better presentation of Tomb raider, great to see how differently you can approach situations, seems like they made stealth much more viable this time. I hope tombs are challenging and have lots of variety.
Indie stuff looked great too, that quirky we happy few looked very interesting. So did Ark and that point'n'click game.
And MS seems to be really trying to market games with BC version of older title, wise move.
So solid conference with grew variety of different genres with very promising exclusives.
Yes, I imagine it would. Destruction just isn't the new gameplay element I was expecting. A SOM-esque system with the gangs like you mentioned would be pretty cool though.
CalamityPixel
Member
I give this conference a rating of
10/10
Terrible puns aside, they started hard and lost track, should have spread out the first 3 games throughout the show.
Ending on Halo Wars 2 announcement was good, what's more surprising is that an Anon on /v/ said Creative Affinity was working on Halo Wars 2 a couple of days ago.
In terms of it being a Xbox and Windows exclusive, this is the type of games MS should make available on both platforms while leaving some of the big stuff exclusive only on Xbone, that way you keep both sides of gamers happy. It'll be tough for them moving forward and trying to find the right balance of exclusivity, but I have faith in them.
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Terrible puns aside, they started hard and lost track, should have spread out the first 3 games throughout the show.
Ending on Halo Wars 2 announcement was good, what's more surprising is that an Anon on /v/ said Creative Affinity was working on Halo Wars 2 a couple of days ago.
In terms of it being a Xbox and Windows exclusive, this is the type of games MS should make available on both platforms while leaving some of the big stuff exclusive only on Xbone, that way you keep both sides of gamers happy. It'll be tough for them moving forward and trying to find the right balance of exclusivity, but I have faith in them.
Pathfinder
Member
I just caught the replay. Solid conference.
I would give it 8/10, but that Halo e-sports thing was completely uncalled for and made me feel embarrassed for them.
7/10.
I would give it 8/10, but that Halo e-sports thing was completely uncalled for and made me feel embarrassed for them.
7/10.
Hockeymac18
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I may have gone overboard a little bit...
Incredibly incredible.