sevenchaos
Banned
Permutated hit it right on the fucking head.
Boycotters don't want to wait that long.whatevermort said:
Boycotting MW2/Activision by buying it used.. anyone?
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LazerRanger
Member
ITT: People display the same herd mentality that made Sony arrogant enough to charge 599 dollars for the
PS3.
NO I will not buy DLC and no this is not going to be GOTY its just a bland setpiece driven FPS with a good multiplayer (which I couldn't give a crap about!).
PS3.
NO I will not buy DLC and no this is not going to be GOTY its just a bland setpiece driven FPS with a good multiplayer (which I couldn't give a crap about!).
TheGreatDave
Banned
He also didn't release 25 GH games. It's like I wasn't being entirely serious or something!Digital-Hero said:
BattleMonkey
Member
I'm feeling like just not buying MW2, got so many good games coming out or already playing anyways. Fuck them, the main reason I got the PC versions was because of the dedicated servers and all the cool mods/maps that kept coming keeping the games going.
Infinity Ward cares deeply about its customers. Research shows that PC gamers are older, thus find it more difficult to navigate the impenetrable waters of dedicated servers. They were constantly falling victim to scam artists and losing their pensions. Infinity Ward stepped up to the plate and built a service just for them! As an added bonus, it's free! for a limited time....ghst said:
Also, we've heard your complaints PC gamers. Much like the online tube gaming systems that have had you so befuddled, our message boards were dense, confusing and full of children. As such, we've given you your own special area! For free!
(Now please go away, because we hate you. We want you to die. If we could, IW would euthanize PC gaming...good thing those old bastards can't hear our whispers, eh boys! If they complain blame piracy, press saps always fall for that canard)
The issue of no dedicate servers is a major one but my beef is with the lack(none at all) support for user created content. With total conversions and even custom maps adding life to many games in the PC community such as Desert Combat, Counter Strike, Red Orchestra and a shit ton of other titles. I feel that is a much bigger slap in the face for the PC community. You'd think a studio with members once from that community would be very understanding.
no dedicated servers, this is news to me. EPIC FAIL
I have been having an on going argument with a friend of mine who wanted me to buy the game. I have been saying that cod4 was unbalanced piece of shit and that the pc version was terrible
guess i will have the last laugh on this one
I have been having an on going argument with a friend of mine who wanted me to buy the game. I have been saying that cod4 was unbalanced piece of shit and that the pc version was terrible
guess i will have the last laugh on this one
DenogginizerOS
BenjaminBirdie's Thomas Jefferson
I think this latest bad move on the part of IW/Activision/Kotick is related to the following philosophy:
source: http://www.thatvideogameblog.com/2009/09/15/bobby-kotick-takes-the-fun-out-of-making-video-games/
source: http://www.thatvideogameblog.com/2009/09/15/bobby-kotick-takes-the-fun-out-of-making-video-games/
Boycotting games because the mega corporation behind them are greedy assholes is so dumb. Newsflash: all games are backed by a greedy business that cares about nothing more than taking your money. The worst offenders are Sony and MS, yet I don't see any of you returning your 360s/PS3s. Activision is just doing whatever it takes to stay competitive in this increasingly crowded market.
Now, if you're boycotting MW2 because it's just another me too FPS, in a sub-genre that was played out way back when Counter-Strike: Source came out, then feel free. That's why I've never had any interest in these games in the first place. I'll rent it for the single player campaign and that's about it.
Now, if you're boycotting MW2 because it's just another me too FPS, in a sub-genre that was played out way back when Counter-Strike: Source came out, then feel free. That's why I've never had any interest in these games in the first place. I'll rent it for the single player campaign and that's about it.
Mandatory DLC? I've not read about this.ghst said:
I'm part of the ignorant unwashed console masses when it comes to COD though. I was glad that COD4's DLC was so terrible that most of the user base that did download it deleted it from their HDDs, effectively removing the maps it from the play lists.
I'd think IW could do worse by forcing players to download DLC in order to play certain play lists. If you've ever played HALO 3 online, you'll know what I'm talking about -- almost all play lists now require up to 3 DLC packages. Otherwise, enjoy playing Social Skirmish
(IIRC) and that's it.
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eznark said:
The day that happens will be the first time I don't buy a COD title.
I'm not a huge Call of Duty fan, but I do respect Infinity Ward for their success and feel that they've earned it. I mean, the studio really got their start with the SiN Mission Pack "Wages of Sin" back in the late 90s. They struck gold with Medal of Honor Allied Assault in 2002 (which basically laid the foundation for the "scripted war shooter" genre). It's always nice to see a small group like this rise up and achieve great success.
So, in that sense, I don't feel bad supporting these guys. It's just a shame they are tied to Activision, which is the company most capable of bringing the game industry to another crash.
Had there been fewer delays this holiday, I would gladly have skipped out on MW2, but with the release list as it is and the use of the Best Buy deal that I took advantage of (B1G1 50% off), I'm going for it.
So, in that sense, I don't feel bad supporting these guys. It's just a shame they are tied to Activision, which is the company most capable of bringing the game industry to another crash.
Had there been fewer delays this holiday, I would gladly have skipped out on MW2, but with the release list as it is and the use of the Best Buy deal that I took advantage of (B1G1 50% off), I'm going for it.
VibratingDonkey
Member
If Actinfison's treatment of another platform's userbase makes you want to show solidarity by not giving them your $60 that's your prerogative. I can understand that. Personally I'm not a big fan of what Activision is trying to do here (and elsewhere) either, no one should be, but until it affects me as a consumer the only action I'll take is to frown upon the shenanigans.
So that's why I'm not buying the 360 version new for a different reason. Getting the UK version at its new pricepoint is willingly screwing yourself over. The same goes for the PC crowd if you're still intending to purchase the game.
"It's worth 20% more."
You know what, maybe it is. But it's also worth 20% less, and I'd rather keep paying that. Why anyone would want to pay more for nothing is beyond me. And I hope no one's naive or nonchalant enough to think "it's just $10". If this strategy works to Activision's benefit they'll continue employing it wherever feasible. As will other publishers I'm sure.
Why does seemingly everyone equate buying used to buying used from Gamestop? It's so bizarre.
So that's why I'm not buying the 360 version new for a different reason. Getting the UK version at its new pricepoint is willingly screwing yourself over. The same goes for the PC crowd if you're still intending to purchase the game.
"It's worth 20% more."
You know what, maybe it is. But it's also worth 20% less, and I'd rather keep paying that. Why anyone would want to pay more for nothing is beyond me. And I hope no one's naive or nonchalant enough to think "it's just $10". If this strategy works to Activision's benefit they'll continue employing it wherever feasible. As will other publishers I'm sure.
Why does seemingly everyone equate buying used to buying used from Gamestop? It's so bizarre.
MWN 2 will probably be an awesome game. However, this also pisses me off. It feels like a console port to the PC, and I hate console shooters. In my mindset, it would be like playing a console shooter with keyboard and mouse. Luckily there are many games to catch up with, and there are many shooters like MWN 2 already out there. I can wait until the game actually becomes what I expect out of a PC shooter. Or not buy the game at all.
Jamesearlcash
Member
The term ''biting your nose off to spite your face'' comes to mind. Activision will still make millions and still ship the same amount, the only person that will be losing out is the person not playing it.
Majima Everywhere System
Member
CcrooK said:
No reason to buy it on the ps3? Perhaps you could buy it to play it?
outunderthestars
Banned
Activision won't get another dollar from me. I'll pass and buy a game from a slightly less evil publisher.
Square Triangle
Member
Activision hasn't had a single thing worthy of purchasing in years for me. The GH, TH and CoD series is all they really offer. Their recent MUA was horrid and Prototype was a letdown, so this is nothing new of them not getting my money.
I'm still pushing for Brutal Legend sales too so Tim can rub it in Act. face!
I'm still pushing for Brutal Legend sales too so Tim can rub it in Act. face!
VibratingDonkey
Member
Apathy is even more futile. And I'll still be playing the game gosh darn it. Just that I'll acquire it from some internet person instead of some internet store.Jamesearlcash said:
Yes indeed. Poor use of words. It has been mentioned and acknowledged and mentioned again. Someone ought to change the thread title.Dunlop said:
KittyKittyBangBang
Member
Saiyu said:
Same, plus Im getting the PC version, so used is kinda out of the question
Majima Everywhere System
Member
CcrooK said:
Perhaps I misread it. I thought you were saying that you would have bought the PC version, but you are a man of principle. If you had a 360 you would have opted for that version, but you don't have a 360. So I thought your were saying you were SOL, even though the PS3 option exists.
I owned COD4 for PC and 360. It already felt like a console port if you ask me. I understand the outrage, but IW didn't seem huge on the PC even then. They released the map pack late, they dragged their feet on releasing the tools, interface. I'm going console this time.
The game felt too fast and too lethal on PC. With 32 man matches, every server being hardcore, the precision of mouse aim...it was basically quake or unreal. Perhaps they are doing this to conserve the experience of a console game ported to PC. An option would have been better for all parties involved.
DenogginizerOS
BenjaminBirdie's Thomas Jefferson
Class_A_Ninja said:
This is a very good point. FPS games designed for a console first, PC second are never as good as games designed with PC in mind first.
im too weak and getting the hardened edition on amazon for 30% off and getting $20 in credit after...that and like 90% of my friends list will have this game...
also if i had a good desktop pc to run this(have a decent gaming laptop) theres no chance in hell i support the pc version
also if i had a good desktop pc to run this(have a decent gaming laptop) theres no chance in hell i support the pc version
BrassMonkey1010
Member
MMaRsu said:Hey guys.. so after Kotick's remarks, and the recent no dedicated servers for PC debacle, I have decided to say fuck you to IW/Activision by buying used. This will be a hard thing to do for me personally, because a lot of my XBL friends are going to bitchslap my ass for not buying it day one. If I can get it day one used, then hell yeah I will. Doesn't really matter if it costs me close to a new copy.
I know especially Eric WK is going to bitch to me about this but whatever.. Borderlands will do fine till I can get this second hand. I was hoping some more people would do the same and support the cause
Let it be known that I have nothing against the IW devs in particular, I mean they work hard on this game but yeah.. the publisher doesn't give a fuck about it's customers, and apparently neither does IW about the PC customers ( where the company has it's roots ).
:lol
BloodySinner
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Nelo Ice said:
...which is actually what they want. They're trying to kill off PC gaming.
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