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E3 2009 Microsoft Conference Thread
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Now that I've calmed down a bit and the rush is over, my comments!
1. Some of those games seem pretty interesting... but not TOO interesting, or at least, nothing unexpected. I was sincerely hoping for some serious shock value in the software department. I might give MG-Raiden a try though, although (gasp) Metal Gear isn't really that important to me, I know it is important to a LOT of people, so I can appreciate the weight of that.
2. Ugh... Facebook and Twitter is not really that cool. A browser would have probably sufficed for that sort of thing. The Radio is kind of kewl... but even then. I don't want my 360 to do the same exact thing I can do on my PC, only with more problems. If they want to bring social networking to the 360, just beef up XBL in a really new and interesting way next time.
3. HOLY SHIT, SHARED MEDIA. Goddamn, that was what I wanted Home for. That was my number 1 desire out of home and they were beaten to the punch. Sony you better 1up that shit if you want to make it up to me. I don't know if I can play my own video content shared with XBL, that is very important to me so we'll see what happens with that.
4. Where are my RPG's
You kept talking about how the 360 was the definitive console this generation for RPG's.... but where were they? There weren't even really action games (well unless you think of Shooters as action games).
5. The camera seems pretty cool. But I am jaded. Too many times have I been burned by getting to excited over this stuff. I know as soon as I use it (or at least I think) I will be tired of it within one 3 hour session. If it can do things as quickly and as easily as I could with my controller. Kudos. If not... gah. I am not going to bother.
BUT, someone mentioned mixing the camera with different games - and that seems cool. An RPG where I can actually hold a bow and arrow and all that jazz would be cool - elder scrolls talking to an NPC like they did with Mylo (PEDO BAIT, PEDO BAIT), would definately be something new and exciting. But what it comes down to is - if I feel like I am going out of my way to do something that wears off in novelty very quickly, I don't know how important its going to be for me. But knowing me I am going to buy it anyway.
Overall... an okay conference, if only for the possibilities that might be achievable with the new camera. But I don't think Sony needs to do much more than show a new RPG or two to win me over. So the bar is low Sony, don't fail and run into it.
1. Some of those games seem pretty interesting... but not TOO interesting, or at least, nothing unexpected. I was sincerely hoping for some serious shock value in the software department. I might give MG-Raiden a try though, although (gasp) Metal Gear isn't really that important to me, I know it is important to a LOT of people, so I can appreciate the weight of that.
2. Ugh... Facebook and Twitter is not really that cool. A browser would have probably sufficed for that sort of thing. The Radio is kind of kewl... but even then. I don't want my 360 to do the same exact thing I can do on my PC, only with more problems. If they want to bring social networking to the 360, just beef up XBL in a really new and interesting way next time.
3. HOLY SHIT, SHARED MEDIA. Goddamn, that was what I wanted Home for. That was my number 1 desire out of home and they were beaten to the punch. Sony you better 1up that shit if you want to make it up to me. I don't know if I can play my own video content shared with XBL, that is very important to me so we'll see what happens with that.
4. Where are my RPG's
You kept talking about how the 360 was the definitive console this generation for RPG's.... but where were they? There weren't even really action games (well unless you think of Shooters as action games).5.
The camera seems pretty cool. But I am jaded. Too many times have I been burned by getting to excited over this stuff. I know as soon as I use it (or at least I think) I will be tired of it within one 3 hour session. If it can do things as quickly and as easily as I could with my controller. Kudos. If not... gah. I am not going to bother.BUT, someone mentioned mixing the camera with different games - and that seems cool. An RPG where I can actually hold a bow and arrow and all that jazz would be cool - elder scrolls talking to an NPC like they did with Mylo (PEDO BAIT, PEDO BAIT), would definately be something new and exciting. But what it comes down to is - if I feel like I am going out of my way to do something that wears off in novelty very quickly, I don't know how important its going to be for me. But knowing me I am going to buy it anyway.
Overall... an okay conference, if only for the possibilities that might be achievable with the new camera. But I don't think Sony needs to do much more than show a new RPG or two to win me over. So the bar is low Sony, don't fail and run into it.
andthebeatgoeson
Junior Member
Left 4 Dead 2. Wow! Louisiana. It should be, like post Katrina. That would be cool. haha
And if that one guy was correct about Nadal being $200, then that can be MS' left 4 dead 3. It better not be anymore than $20-30 bucks. People won't pick it up unless it's bundled with Halo 4.
BTW, this won't hit anytime before 2010. They are just leading into the next gen. He said dev kits are shipping today. We would be lucky to have major 3rd party support for this by Christmas 2010.
And if that one guy was correct about Nadal being $200, then that can be MS' left 4 dead 3. It better not be anymore than $20-30 bucks. People won't pick it up unless it's bundled with Halo 4.
BTW, this won't hit anytime before 2010. They are just leading into the next gen. He said dev kits are shipping today. We would be lucky to have major 3rd party support for this by Christmas 2010.
EmCeeGramr
Member
Really impressive conference, but I'm not convinced by Natal yet. I want to know price, whether or not it's a pack-in, and it working in real games. Let's not get fooled like with the Wii people; remember all the marketing trailers for it showing families perfectly controlling games and stuff?
The conference had everything. Beatles guys, Speilberg for the star power, actual exclusive games that looked awesome. Im super hyped for Alan Wake and Splinter Cell now. New Halo game. New MGS game. New Peter M "im gonna change the world" hyperbole/ maybe real that they will demo at E3 and not just talk about. New interface upgrades and practical features that are useful.
Anyone disappointed by that sucks.
Anyone disappointed by that sucks.
DancingJesus
Banned
New Halo and Metal Gear isn't good enough?
Really?
Really?
Opus Angelorum
Member
Yaceka said:
What?
rockman zx
Member
Wow did you rike it?.
Great job Microsoft, Project Natal sound insane, like something from the future but I'm not sure about his gaming aplication.
Great job Microsoft, Project Natal sound insane, like something from the future but I'm not sure about his gaming aplication.
Gary Whitta said:
There's probably decent overlap. 360 fans who shat on waggle before can't turn on this overnight though.
In fairness though, I don't think it was the ideal first showing of the technology. It still looks really early on the software front, and there was no 'bridging' software for 'hardcore' people..a lot of people need to see really tangible things to see potential.
The press release clarifies exclusivity. MGS=not.
http://news.prnewswire.com/DisplayR...STORY=/www/story/06-01-2009/0005036113&EDATE=
http://news.prnewswire.com/DisplayR...STORY=/www/story/06-01-2009/0005036113&EDATE=
MirageDwarf
Member
MS totally fucked up starting. Beatles, MW2, Tony Hawk.. what a waste of time? I would have preferred new XBLA games than these usual shit.
Leatherface
Member
Someone please explain "instant on" 1080p video that somehow magically doesn't need to download! :lol
dskillzhtown
keep your strippers out of my American football
The facebook/360 integration could work wonders for online leagues and such.
Tormentoso
Banned
Gary Whitta said:
Is practically an Eye toy rip off.:lol
Nexus Zero
Member
Oh god I'm in tears. I think this is cool as fuck but Reaction-GAF makes E3 once again. I wonder how long before "Hey Milo, do you know what this is?"
Flachmatuch
Member
Zen said:
Taken to a higher level on the technology side and completely missing the gameplay point. Very typical Microsoft - they have no clue about why Nintendo is successful and how their games work so they came up with this version of Eyetoy. Seriously, there was not one original idea or game in the whole conference, just franchises they got for the 360, sequels, and so on. We've seen (and Gaf predicted) everything already. Oh and some lameass Eliza AI demo without any imagination from the Fable hype guy.
"God's Beard!"
Member
I've no complaints.
dreamer3kx
Member
It was a good conf. the motion stuff is not for me, I think the games that will be developed for it will just be the crap that was shown, Alan Wake looks awesome, GOTY!
Relaxed Muscle
Member
Conference was decent until they showed Nutella and Milo "Pedo simulator".
Worst. idea. ever.
Worst. idea. ever.