If I had a time machine, I wouldn't waste its mighty powers telling Sony what to do. I'd make vague teases on GAF about what video games are coming out.
Let's talk about Japan Studios. "I didn't hear good things about them?" No, I played Knack, that is to say I suffered the indignity of playing Knack. It fucking sucks. It had to be obvious during development that it was not at all good. And no, I don't want these people fired; I want them to make games that I like. Example: I don't like Animal Crossing. I want that team to stop and make something else. Animal Crossing team makes Splatoon. I'm happy. I would like Japan Studios to do the same thing. They probably will eventually, hopefully. Gravity Rush 2 probably exists. Hopefully it's better than the last one.
Funding. I used Platinum as an example because it was mentioned earlier in the thread. As I said, I think it's great that Sony funded a From game. They should keep doing that, and they appear to be with Bloodborne DLC. I also like that they're allegedly pushing Japanese developers to make PS4 versions of games. Great stuff. But the first party games have been weak. They need to step it up. Well, no they don't because they've sold so many consoles, but it would be nice if they stepped it up.
As for Platinum fans being unbearable, it's annoying seeing everyone ignore the most mechanically sharp games on the planet in favor of whatever games that play okay. Especially on a hardcore forum like this one. At least it has gotten better from the days of God Hand.
I think this is all valid. At the end of the day, people want what they like, and as much of it. Nothing wrong with that.
Japan Studio does have a lot of focus on it. Everyone is already aware of this, since you know they had a change in management several years ago. The big problem is, when it comes to structural changes, it takes a bit of time to get into the flow of things. The bigger the project, the longer the process. But they have already started delivering a little bit. Honestly, I hate saying this, because it's always about being patient, but just a little longer. Japan Studio can finally start showing you what is has, which is more than just digital titles. You already know. This is going to be a good generation for them, I hope. Unless they Knack themselves out. Even co-op didn't help that game that much.
Not much of an excuse can be made for first party games not delivering as hoped, especially after the high standards set in the latter half of the PS3's life. However, I think Infamous was a very solid game, and while Driveclub did stumble out of the gate, it's turned into something pretty good. The real problem is, there hasn't been anything like Uncharted, or God of War, or Gran Turismo. People want that really great game from an internal studio, but games are getting bigger, expectations are getting greater, and therefore to deliver, it takes longer. The absolute worst thing would be to get a game you have high expectations for, but it only turns out pretty good. Because with those titles, pretty good isn't enough. They end up judged differently. From a business standpoint, the risk is also greater, which means we can't afford that mistake. It really ruins a lot of things. Just delays by themselves are a huge headache, and a pain in the ass, because sometimes, a lot of things have to get looked at because of them.
Basically, this generation sucks. This is why mobile is the future! You're all behind the curve.
Probably true. I hope they'll have some success with the game and that it won't be dropped like a fucking rock like Microsoft did with D4.
Something I wanted to ask you, not related to PG: I think it was you who mentioned some time ago that Demon's Souls 2 is in development. I don't know if that was sarcasm or true, but assuming that this info was true at some point: is that game still in development or is Demon's Souls 2 in reality the just leaked Dark Souls 3? Or is the just leaked Dark Souls 3 not Dark Souls 3 at all and Demon's Souls 2 instead?
Appreciated if you can spill something
Verendus is fake and knows less than Jon Snow tbh
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I doubt you care. There's no need to pretend, it won't hurt my feelings.
