Metallix87
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After TGS, I think even Sony would agree with that.
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Media Create Sales: Week 38, 2012 (Sep 17 - Sep 23)
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After TGS, I think even Sony would agree with that.
Regulus Tera
Romanes Eunt Domus
oh god
oh god why
it is the football episode? it was the football episode wasn't it?
About Earth Defense Force, Ys and even Style Savvy
[PSP] Earth Defense Force 2 Portable - 91pt
[PSV] Earth Defense Force 3 Portable - Less than 25pt
Ys Seven was very low on Comgnet ( less than 28pt), so we can't say how well Ys Celceta could do ( less than 25pt) but I think it won't do that bad compared to Ys Seven
[NDS] Style Savvy - 52pt
[3DS] Style Savvy - 59pt
[PSP] Earth Defense Force 2 Portable - 91pt
[PSV] Earth Defense Force 3 Portable - Less than 25pt
Ys Seven was very low on Comgnet ( less than 28pt), so we can't say how well Ys Celceta could do ( less than 25pt) but I think it won't do that bad compared to Ys Seven
[NDS] Style Savvy - 52pt
[3DS] Style Savvy - 59pt
Ah, missed it in my quick glance. So two are still around somewhere, then. Still would be good to inject more staple games into the ecosystem. Not sure if NSMB2 will be one in the long-term, and they're probably counting on AC to become one.
But as of Jan 28, "only" 2,45 millions were still interested. I think it's going downhill from there.
those legs...
Wow, so the time has finally come for the last crossing of the streams.
twentytwo22
Member
There isn't one coming any time soon, that's for sure. It definitely won't happen this year, if it does happen in the future.
Source ?
Metallix87
Member
The source would be the much lower sales for LBP2.
frankie_baby
Member
As its not happening this year I doubt it ever will
eighty(one)
Member
Nothing really, other than its on the Vita (underperforming system) + its a series that doesn't have huge JP appeal....
Tomodachi Collection should also have big legs, well and MH4 if we're counting non Nintendo games.
Fine Ham Abounds
Member
Didn't expect this to be another LBP hate thread. Ya'll know the jump is better in the Vita version, right? Apparently no one in Japan cared either.
If no one cares when the Vita gets good software, what else is there left for it? So sad.
If no one cares when the Vita gets good software, what else is there left for it? So sad.
Father_Brain
Banned
No.
It wouldn't be impossible if Vita had a bunch of big titles on the horizon, but it doesn't and there's no reason at this point to think it ever will.
frankie_baby
Member
Despite what some vita apologists will tell you about the psp turnaround, no has never happened and isn't gonna happen now
MagiusNecros
Gilgamesh Fan Annoyance
The Vita is no 3DS.
May as well call the Vita, the Mortis and refer to it's Gaming Heaven as a Gaming Hell.
Yes I know. I'm a terrible person.
DragonSworne
Banned
If Vita can get MH and Pokemon, it should be able to turn things around.
CrunchyFrog
Member
Vita to get the old yeller treatment by this time next year. What a debacle on all fronts.
Yeah, MH4 would count (just talking staple games), but that's next Spring. Consistent releases is fine, but there's always lulls in release periods. A strong staple is what helped keep DS so sought after for so long. Would like for 3DS to see a similar support # of games-wise. May not be possible, though, with many of the more casual/non-gamer titles going to phones.
And Dragon Quest. Don't forget Dragon Quest.
nope, never happened, plus Sony doesn't have the Nintendo IPs
Still planning on buying a white Vita. The question is will I find used units for under 18,000 yen. Right now black 3G goes for 19,900 and wifi 19,400, and white about a thousand yen more. If I saw a white for under 18,000 yen, I'd pick it up in a second, and wait for P4 to become cheap used.
Got LBP for free with the PSN problems. Couldn't play more than 10 minutes the control was so bad. Perfect example of all frill, no basics.
Got LBP for free with the PSN problems. Couldn't play more than 10 minutes the control was so bad. Perfect example of all frill, no basics.
Metallix87
Member
Nintendo has the five most important franchises on their handheld: Mario, Pokemon, Animal Crossing, Dragon Quest, & Monster Hunter.
The Vita is facing an uphill battle, and it doesn't seem like anyone really wants to support it properly, not even Sony.
The Vita is facing an uphill battle, and it doesn't seem like anyone really wants to support it properly, not even Sony.
Ruud_Luiten
Member
How about LBP PSP sales??
Fine Ham Abounds
Member
The Assassin's Creed game is the only game left of interest to me on Vita for the forseeable future, and I didn't expect LBP to do gangbusters in Japan, but 5000 units is like the population of a town too small to even have a McDonalds.
If I was a console fanboy I'd be hyperventilating right now.
If I was a console fanboy I'd be hyperventilating right now.
Exterminieren
Banned
They're five of the six Japanese heavyweights. Vita's got Final Fantasy; well, theoretically, anyway.
KillerMan91
Member
Actually to me it feels that Sony hasn't ever even tried to appeal casual Japanese audience. It's just that before third parties did that for them. Now with third parties going to other platforms they are screwed. Really, where is big budged in house Monster Hunter clone? Where is Singstar for PS3 when karaoke is extremely popular in Japan? I just really don't get the business strategy of SCEJ.
Metallix87
Member
No, Vita does NOT have Final Fantasy. 3DS has Theatrhythm, and if we go beyond that, has Kingdom Hearts 3D and the spiritual sequel to FHoL in Bravely Default.
All Vita has is an HD port of FFX, with no actual release date announced, and no information on it since it's quick announcement. On top of that, it's also coming to PS3, and 360 and Wii U ports could always happen for the West.
test_account
XP-39C²
That MH clone is Soul Sacrifice. Why SCEJ never tried to release Singstar is a mystery to me.
As of the end of 2009:
[PSP] LittleBigPlanet Portable (SCE) - 4116 / 16,250
That's by the end of 2010 (the figure I posted earlier was by the end of 2009, I couldn't find the 2010 figure initially).
frankie_baby
Member
Wouldn't be surprised now if there was more chance of 3ds seeing ff10 than vita
Exterminieren
Banned
Hence theoretically.
I don't think Theatrhythm counts for much, though. Final Fantasy's absence apart from that game on 3DS does intrigue me slightly.
Joseph Flemming
Member
Every week I click into the thread and think maybe, just maybe what I know in my heart to be true will be wrong. I think maybe the Vita will do better, that somehow people will realize the potential of the system and buy. I think to myself, maybe despite all the "Vita hate" people in reality will purchase one just to collect, like I do.
I am always wrong. At this point I think people should sober up to the reality that the Vita is screwed. I have refrained from passing judgement on the system (especially here because I'm Junior member) but I can not hold my tongue any longer.
Sony has screwed up badly; and while Sony became drunk off their own brand name expecting instant success, they have lost focus of what the actual portable gamer wants.
Funny thing is Nintendo was cocky like this, difference was, they did something about it.
They went into panic mode, forced themselves to think about their digital and online strategies. They actually became proactive.
Last year lots of people proclaimed Nintendo is doomed!.. but they never was this bad, and they had games on the horizon. It's tough for a company to change, to pivot, to stay progressive. This can be said of any large company that has enjoyed a great period of success. I believe that companies are just coming to terms with what the modern day customer wants in products, feedback, services and overall experience.
For companies that are proud and secretive, this era of transparency and changing to meet the demands of the consumer vs dictating the trend to the consumer must be hard.
Nintendo said we have 3D, and consumers yawned, so Nintendo brought the games and beefed up the eshop. Sony said we have a portable PS3 and consumers yawned... and Sony did nothing.
I hope Sony takes this failure to heart as they prepare for the PS4. I want competition in the Industry, it's good for us all.
I am always wrong. At this point I think people should sober up to the reality that the Vita is screwed. I have refrained from passing judgement on the system (especially here because I'm Junior member) but I can not hold my tongue any longer.
Sony has screwed up badly; and while Sony became drunk off their own brand name expecting instant success, they have lost focus of what the actual portable gamer wants.
Funny thing is Nintendo was cocky like this, difference was, they did something about it.
They went into panic mode, forced themselves to think about their digital and online strategies. They actually became proactive.
Last year lots of people proclaimed Nintendo is doomed!.. but they never was this bad, and they had games on the horizon. It's tough for a company to change, to pivot, to stay progressive. This can be said of any large company that has enjoyed a great period of success. I believe that companies are just coming to terms with what the modern day customer wants in products, feedback, services and overall experience.
For companies that are proud and secretive, this era of transparency and changing to meet the demands of the consumer vs dictating the trend to the consumer must be hard.
Nintendo said we have 3D, and consumers yawned, so Nintendo brought the games and beefed up the eshop. Sony said we have a portable PS3 and consumers yawned... and Sony did nothing.
I hope Sony takes this failure to heart as they prepare for the PS4. I want competition in the Industry, it's good for us all.
Lord_Byron28
Member
There feels like there's something missing from Nintendo's 3DS Holiday lineup. However, in terms of long selling games I think it's okay. It has NSMB2 right now which will probably still be charting next year. Unless something major happens Animal Crossing will follow a similar pattern. Then there will be smaller front loaded titles such as Pokemon Mystery Dungeon and Paper Mario. I think the 3DS will be fine until MH4 hits in March. Based on trends, I still fully expect Pokemon 6th generation to hit the 3DS next year in the Fall as well.
MagiusNecros
Gilgamesh Fan Annoyance
Type 0 for 3DS. Believe.
Yeah FFX HD doesn't really exist in my eyes.
Yeah FFX HD doesn't really exist in my eyes.
Opus Angelorum
Member
Are people expecting LBP Vita to perform better in other regions, considering the relevant install bases?
Metallix87
Member
Every week that passes, I'm convinced more and more that this is a very real possibility.
Megadragon15
Member
Since you are listing a Nintendo IP, might as well list Mario, too.
They were (Rightfully) terrible. They've been posted on the first page, about 10k. Edit : 16k now according to Takao.
People surprised about the poor performance of LBP puzzle me. LBP was bad, LBP2 was even worse despite its prety good "game editor" and LBP PSP was just dreadfull. Do you really believe gamers are going to keep giving the franchise the benefit of the doubt after three mediocre to bad games? I know I won't.
Anyone that thought that lbp was going to somehow save the vita is delusional. Then there's the 3ds xl comparison, it's $80 cheaper. Fact of the matter is japan could be turned around if the right game presents itself. The US is where the focus is because if there's no turning back from a downward slide. It needs a price drop, period.
Kacho
Gold Member
Only Europe. I imagine it'll sell poorly in the states as well.
Fine Ham Abounds
Member
Is seems to me that at this point people are assuming the Vita is a walking corpse and they are just waiting for it to die so they can pick one up for $100 and buy the 4 or 5 games they were interested in.
I'm hyped for Soul Sacrifice, but if it sells more than 20k on it's first week I'll eat my hat.
I'm hyped for Soul Sacrifice, but if it sells more than 20k on it's first week I'll eat my hat.