I don't know why you'd be disappointed with MS, they're just a company who proposed a deal with SQE very beneficial to them. It is however SQE's fault that they took that deal, alienating a large portion of their audience and potentially damaging long term sustainability of one of their IPs.
I did not know that the sequel to a mediocre Uncharted-clone with more more violence has that many fans here. Its kinda sad really, considering that the last game (and probably this game, too) did not set the world on fire at all.
It was a typical third person "cinematic" action game, with the twist that it starred a girl this time. And if it is indeed timed exclusive, what the fuck is the problem?
Being slammed into irrelevancy by the backlash is now a good thing?
Have you seen any media on this game?
Of course it does - but looking at the sales splits for TR where are there more (and less) of them?TR 2013 was a really good game. Just because you weren't so impressed doesn't mean it doesn't have fans.
I don't know why you'd be disappointed with MS, they're just a company who proposed a deal with SQE very beneficial to them. It is however SQE's fault that they took that deal, alienating a large portion of their audience and potentially damaging long term sustainability of one of their IPs.
In general I'm finding the hate directed at MS as opposed to SQE really weird.
because microsoft KNOWS this would upset a great amount of gamers everywhere, yet they only care about their own following.
Did you even read his post. That is not what he said at all. He said the fact that this game was bought by MS would encourage more innovation from Sony. Which makes zero sense. Here read it again:
And tell me how that says anything about more cash on hand for Tomb Raider.
UC4 will destroy RoTR in graphics, in performance (60fps vs 30fps), in sales and most likely the press impressions. If this was a stunt from CD to rival UC then they've done really bad job with risk assessment.
but I won't sit here and let them take our Hitman!
Did you even read his post. That is not what he said at all. He said the fact that this game was bought by MS would encourage more innovation from Sony. Which makes zero sense. Here read it again:
And tell me how that says anything about more cash on hand for Tomb Raider.
"I know Crystal Dynamics has issued a statement and we're going to stand by that. Xbox fans are going to be able to play Tomb Raider next holiday exclusive on Xbox."
because microsoft KNOWS this would upset a great amount of gamers everywhere, yet they only care about their own following.
I have bought every Tomb Raider until now, even the abysmal Angel of Darkness.
I guess Rise of the Tomb Raider will be the first one I won´t buy.
Tomb Raider sells best on Playstation and in Europe, so the best decision for the next game is to be exclusive on Xbox One, brilliant move by SE!
They needed the money clearly.
So because they couldn't get a deal with Sony they went "Fuck it, make it xbox exclusive" instead of, you know, releasing it on all the platforms?. Given the option you can be sure they would've preferred the same deal but with Sony but Sony is the market leader by a wide margin and doesn't need to make deals like that
TR 2013 was a really good game. Just because you weren't so impressed doesn't mean it doesn't have fans.
Also Mass Effect 4 and Dark Souls 3Don't give them any ideas.
Oh Microsoft you. Just the latest fuck up. This isn't good for their bad reputation.
I personally don't care much. We do have Uncharted. I did enjoy the first game though.
Because now they can spend more time on a single version, potentially improving performance. Perhaps Microsoft can put some of their own software engineers on the job to help with the optimisation. Multiplayer at launch wouldn't be fragmented, since everyone is on the same system, which means that everyone with that game could play with anyone else with that game. They don't have to be subjected to comparisons to other platforms at launch, trying to discourage people from their potential only available option. They also aren't running the risk any more that another platform holder snags the title away as a (timed) exclusive.
Several of these fuel confirmation bias and platform affinity, rather than a tangible benefit to the game itself, but that is exactly why these deals exist in the free market. It helps validate the investment in the system, since the platform holder is willing to put in time and money to ensure there is value to picking their brand. Time and resources are limited, so a lot of people may have to settle for a single system. It's Microsoft's job to make people feel secure about picking them in that choice. Of course the ideal situation for gamers would be completely DRM- and encryption-free gaming, where everything is playable on anything that has the specs, but the none of the three console manufacturers are actually looking out for what's best for gamers.
When/if the game eventually comes to the PS4/PC, I sure as hell won't buy it at a full price due to the later release date. I hope many others do the same, and vote with their wallets against this kind of business practise.
that's suprising. SE didn't want to have a deal for FFXV with Sony but to accept this deal.
Innovation and creativity is boosted by harsh and aggressive competition, the best example I can give you is look at the phone industry, Apple and Samsung need to constantly add more and more features to their handsets to stay competitive or else there will only be one left .. in terms of Sony and MS, MS have just nabbed them selfs an exclusive (rumoured) from under Sony's feet, so Sony can do one of many things some being to fill the gap with another game that's home grown and developed by Sony, buy exclusive rights to another game franchise, invest more money into current games such as the new Uncharted... The list goes on and on
When it comes out on XOne it will be considered by Xbox fans as an uncharted killer. When it comes out on ps4 and PC it will be considered an uncharted tier action game because of all the debate. This move is going to drastically improve the reputation and perceived quality of the franchise.
Oh come on. Both parties are to blame here. MS is proving it's back to their normal anti consumer BS business as usual and SE agreed to it. They both deserve all the shit they get for this deal.
Kigari says otherwise
So because they couldn't get a deal with Sony they went "Fuck it, make it xbox exclusive" instead of, you know, releasing it on all the platforms?
Let's see how much will increase their userbase then, after this move. To me, they have wasted their money. A new ip would been tons of times better.Dude I don't like the move by MS any more than you do, but it makes sense for them as a company. They're not damaging their existing consumer base and they add incentive for people to move to their platform
I wonder if the game will be any good? Was not that fussed about the first game. Felt way to linear for my tastes and the actual Tomb Raiding was a massive afterthought. Hopefully they focus more around raiding tombs and not QTE stabbing fests.
there are like 5 or 6 QTEs in the entire game...
Kigari lies without any doubt. There aren't any other reasons to choice xone how exclusive console. Still not sure why MS has wasted their money for a brand which has most of their fan in the others platforms. I don't think they change their idea just for TR exclusivity. To be honest, I think they risk to obtain the exact opposite. You don't gain more simpathy with these kinda of operations.
I have bought every Tomb Raider until now, even the abysmal Angel of Darkness.
I guess Rise of the Tomb Raider will be the first one I won´t buy.
Tomb Raider sells best on Playstation and in Europe, so the best decision for the next game is to be exclusive on Xbox One, brilliant move by SE!
Innovation and creativity is boosted by harsh and aggressive competition, the best example I can give you is look at the phone industry, Apple and Samsung need to constantly add more and more features to their handsets to stay competitive or else there will only be one left .. in terms of Sony and MS, MS have just nabbed them selfs an exclusive (rumoured) from under Sony's feet, so Sony can do one of many things some being to fill the gap with another game that's home grown and developed by Sony, buy exclusive rights to another game franchise, invest more money into current games such as the new Uncharted... The list goes on and on