Reviving Classics Prioritize Gameplay Feel Over Pure Immersion
Was similar with Kunitsu-Gami. Also coming at a time when Okami and Onimusha are coming back. A focus on feel and mechanics over immersion for immersion's sake.
Xbox's Co‑Dev Cycle Recycles Tech Across Studios
Matt Booty shares examples of how Xbox co-dev has evolved over the past five years with all of its acquisitions. Prime anecdote is State of Decay 3 persistent world tech being used for Grounded 2, than improved, then sent back...
Studio‑Hardware Collaboration Faces Launch Lineup Test
Matt Booty briefly mentions the reveal of Project Helix last month and talks about studios working alongside the hardware teams as one of the strengths of Xbox. Given the launch lineup struggles over two generations, that will actually be the...
Rockstar Refuses Ransom, Hackers Leak Files Early
Hackers who stole confidential files from Rockstar appear to have released them early after the GTA maker refused a ransom demand https://t.co/ylRE5FvZsz
Hines Says Microsoft Acquisition Made His Job Impossible
Hines suggests it became impossible to do his job after the Microsoft acquisition. He was part of the 2023 FTC trial over an email he circulated about Call of Duty getting to remain multiplatform while Bethesda games were made exclusive. https://t.co/Va6rvrrPPe
Xbox's Promised Shift May Be Marketing, Not Real Change
Will be important to distinguish marketing shifts from actual on the ground changes with Xbox. So far there's every indication this is the same post-platform future the company's been teasing, just with more buying from the community. https://t.co/ReCIHue4iz
Apologize, Then Pay: Simple Solution to Payment Complaints
One way to respond to people accusing you of not paying them for months is to simply apologize and send the money.
Steam Stats Plummet for Game I Crave at Lunch
I've never seen Steam trend lines so dire for a game I keep wanting to take lunch breaks to go play https://t.co/rjgsebXWNG
State
State of Decay 3 studio head Phillip Holt recently confirmed the 2020 reveal trailer ahead of the Xbox Series X/S launch was basically fake. Kotaku reported back in 2022 that developers were caught off guard by it, including the zombie...
Cover Art Triggers Impulse Buys Despite Low Ratings
Seeing a jewel case on the shelf with anime cover art for a game I've never heard of and deciding it's an absolute must-buy even though it's a 6.5/10 at best.
Reviewers Earn Less than Minimum Wage, Not a Conspiracy.
It's fine to disagree with scores. That's what they're there for. But I promise you someone who busted their ass to review 2 games requiring 150 hours between them for a rate that comes out to less than minimum wage...
PS5 Price Hikes Turn Console Gaming Into Luxury
Past PlayStation consoles used to be very affordable at this point in their life cycle. The PS5 price hikes aren't just bucking traditional console gaming trends, they're turning console gaming into a luxury. https://t.co/Nm5BSCY57t https://t.co/KOx4r86UMY
Game's Rave Reviews Drive Weekly Sales Doubling
“The game is being very well-reviewed. The sales are increasing organically, doubling almost weekly.” https://t.co/ESnpPcMe0s
Sony's Pricing Unrealistic, Counts on Fan Spending
There is no chance at these prices. Sony is banking on higher average spend among existing fans to make up the difference.
Warhorse Cites Talent, Stays Silent on AI Translator Replacement
Warhorse said it's a "talent driven" studio but won't comment on the translator who claimed he was fired and replaced with AI "out of respect for the privacy." https://t.co/5Fsh4PJROG
