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Sony doesn't allow Fallout 4/Skyrim mods on PS4
- Thread starter dex3108
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Arrogant sony is really back, it didn't take long! I don't get it, why. I'd understand if they'd need to update things on the system maybe for security and that might take some time, but outright rejecting the idea is only bad press. They could say they're exploring it or something. terrible.
Banjo-Kazooie
Member
And? I don't see why Bethesda is to blame like you say they are. They announced a feature they were hopeful to get happen, and had every reason to believe it could happen since MS allowed it. It's on Sony.
Psychoward
Banned
What I don't get is why anyone who already owns Skyrim would now buy the Legendary edition on PS4.
60 dollars for a slight graphical update? Lol. The only reason I was even slightly interested in it was for the mods and now that's gone.
60 dollars for a slight graphical update? Lol. The only reason I was even slightly interested in it was for the mods and now that's gone.
Hesemonni
Banned
Rebel Leader
THE POWER OF BUTTERSCOTCH BOTTOMS
In this case said developer allow mods
I bought an Xbox One over the last week. I'd be down to double dip and test the mods there, since I was holding out so much for the PS4 version.
-_- Sheesh.
What?
-_- Sheesh.
Uhhh.
What?
The Lone Courier
Member
Arrogant Sony
MatrixMan.EXE
Member
Microsoft and Sony switching places mid gen. Jesus wept. 4ThePlayers my ass.
Ban Puncher
Member
So much Courage this week.
FYI, these were the reasons brought up a few months ago when they said mods would be delayed:
https://bethesda.net/#en/devnotes/cr...-for-uploading
"KNOWN ISSUES WITH PS4 MODS
PC textures are used. Memory and performance issues may occur. We are working with Sony on optimal texture exporting support in a future update.
Sound files are currently not supported. PS4 sound format is a proprietary format. We are working with Sony on sound file processing support in a future update.
PS4 Mod Storage limit is approximately 900 MB at present. Please do not upload mods larger than 900 MB. We are working with Sony to increase this limit."
Reposting for those that might be curious as to why.
https://bethesda.net/#en/devnotes/cr...-for-uploading
"KNOWN ISSUES WITH PS4 MODS
PC textures are used. Memory and performance issues may occur. We are working with Sony on optimal texture exporting support in a future update.
Sound files are currently not supported. PS4 sound format is a proprietary format. We are working with Sony on sound file processing support in a future update.
PS4 Mod Storage limit is approximately 900 MB at present. Please do not upload mods larger than 900 MB. We are working with Sony to increase this limit."
Reposting for those that might be curious as to why.
HeisenbergWW62
Banned
Personally I have no interest in using mods, but sucks for the many who do
TetraGenesis
Member
Feels like it. Jesus.
Is this to do with the recent restructuring in Leadership Positions at Sony? Or just bad timing with the bad decisions lining up?
While I want the details on this and think it's a dumb move. GAF needs to get out of its bubble.
Anyone who truly cares about mods has these games on PC. Mods for F4 were a timed exclusive for XB1 and F4 sold more on PS4.
A lot of the things GAF seems as big controversies the general public doesn't even know or give a shit about.
People still see the ps4 as a great value and way to play amazing games. Same as XB1
Cornbread78
Member
disappointing. Sony's juast bringing out all the goods this week. They must really be misreading this huge market lead they have....
No. It was rumored that it was cancelled for Japan but even that seems to have been a false alarm.
Ninja Scooter
Member
Arrogant Sony is back!!!! I don't know what that means exactly but apparently it's the thing to say.
As this thread continues, can someone actually explain how this is solely Sony's fault? Bethesda announced a feature when they didn't know if they'd actually be able to do it or not. They continued to publicly work on that feature while they had months of discussions, knowing there was a possibility they would not be able to release it. It's definitely partially on Sony for not allowing it (for whichever potentially good or potentially questionable reasons they ended up with), but considering Bethesda promised something while privately knowing there was a chance it wasn't going to happen, I'd be pretty annoyed with them if I bought the game thinking that mods would happen, not Sony.
I don't actually care about this at all (I don't own the game and due to other releases won't be changing that anytime soon), but I'm baffled by the response here.
I don't actually care about this at all (I don't own the game and due to other releases won't be changing that anytime soon), but I'm baffled by the response here.
funkystudent
Member
Sony bring real dumb these days.
This is the kind of bullshit that turned people away from MS
This is the kind of bullshit that turned people away from MS
The Jackdog
Member
this is a bad week for sony.
Baron_Calamity
Member
That is pretty much it. Sony has gotten more paranoid as of late.
I don't know if its true. Second hand is Sony wanted Bethesda to pay for certifying each mod as it was a seperate game.
My guess is someone at Sony changed their mind at the last minute or those who agreed to it werent the ones that ended up in charge of SIE which happened after Fallout 4 shipped but before mod support was ready.
GHG
Member
Holy shit we have gone full circle.
First it was Microsoft fans defending PC UWP restrictions saying its for our security and now this.
I love you guys.
Leafhopper
Banned
Is this a joke post?
Yup. Known issues and it was probably best to avoid the hassle
Buying an entry level gaming laptop, that's quite the workaround.
gamechanger87
Member
You seriously posted this? This is like EA Access levels for defense forcing..
I doubt Bethesda is going to do anything.
Man you are a true champion of Sony
captjohnboyd
Member
They wont. Honestly not a chance in hell I would without the mods and I was day one with them. I'm sorry but proprietary sound formats, low MB count for mods? In this day and age with the level of tech they can stuff into these little boxes there's just no excuse I'm going to be willing to take from Sony.
ComputerBlue
Member
I was looking forward to replaying Skyrim but now, I don't know if I will.
Sony really needs to get their shit together. We need answers from Sony and as fans or owners of the console we shouldn't just let them get away with it just like did with EA access, like they will with the PS+ price hike.
Sony really needs to get their shit together. We need answers from Sony and as fans or owners of the console we shouldn't just let them get away with it just like did with EA access, like they will with the PS+ price hike.
Rebel Leader
THE POWER OF BUTTERSCOTCH BOTTOMS
Yup, mods and UHD will be what we look back on in three years when the Xbone overtakes the PS4 in global sales.
Vince DiCola
Member
For the players.
Seriously though, I don't know why they would do this as it's been quite the success on Xbox
Seriously though, I don't know why they would do this as it's been quite the success on Xbox
Ninja Scooter
Member
Head, meet nail.
Clint Beastwood
Banned
yes
because for years people spoke out against mods saying they were overrated and wanted to play the game the way developers intended it.