Ben's Week In Review: July 4
Final Fantasy Versus XIIIJuly 4th...maybe the only day of the year I ever eat a hot dog. I admit healthy food doesn't really fit on the 4th. :)
Final Fantasy Versus XIII...is nearing completion
Or so we'd all like to think. The instant the news hit that Square-Enix had completed the scenario and character designs for Final Fantasy Versus XIII, all anticipatory role-playing fans got very excited. It seems clear now that we'll get the long-awaited unveiling at the Tokyo Game Show in September and with this "complete" information, we're hoping for a release date, too. We've talked about this game at length before but right now, I'm taking bets: I'll give y'all 3:1 odds that it'll be exactly what FF fans desire, and 5:1 that it'll live up to the hype. Square-Enix has a lot to prove this generation and although other titles like Deus Ex: Human Revolution appear to be immensely promising, we want a Final Fantasy that feels like a Final Fantasy. FFXIII was a great game; there's absolutely no doubt about that. If it had had a different name, it would've been much more highly revered. But the fact remains: the hardcore FF followers feel jilted.
And so, they may or may not be setting themselves up for disappointment by tossing what remains of their eggs into the Versus basket. The details we've seen thus far are certainly encouraging and sort of points towards a more traditional RPG, although I'm sure it'll just be more real-time combat. The biggest problem is the pressure this game is under...what it has to achieve might be impossible.
Don't go all Move-crazy on me, Sony
I have no problem with the PlayStation Move, and I have no problem with promoting it. However, now that we know Sony asked Quantic Dream to focus on a special Move edition of Heavy Rain, sadly at the expense of that downloadable content we all wanted, I'm starting to wonder if Sony's pushing too hard. Thing is, David Cage said he very much wanted to deliver that DLC because he knew the fans really wanted it; Sony specifically told them not to bother and focus on Move Edition instead. That's a little worrisome, in my eyes. It sort of points towards the possibility that Sony could tell other developers to ignore certain projects in order to focus on Move. If you continue this train of thought, perhaps they'll also start asking more designers to include a 3D option for their games, which could result in delays. Who knows? I'm not saying any of this will happen but after E3, where Sony clearly put a ton of emphasis on Move, I have a sneaking suspicion they might be a little too enamored with their own advanced-Wii-like system.
If possible, Sony peeps, just keep doing what you're doing and add Move into the PlayStation equation; please don't sacrifice anything normally planned for the sake of motion-sensing stuff.
Personal gaming update
Like I said last week, I really don't have much to play right now as I'm fairly well caught up. However, I do intend to borrow a Wii so I can play Super Mario Galaxy 2 and now, I really want to finish Singularity (review going up in a few minutes). You'll gather as much from the review, but I really like it and I'm super surprised that instead of trading it in, I wanna finish it. Didn't expect that. But it's good to have a new game to play; I've heard that Naughty Bear isn't so hot - that's unfortunate - so I'll probably be passing on playing, although I'll have to get the review done. I have no idea what's coming out in July, although I suppose Mafia II could be intriguing when it launches towards the end of August. The fall will be insane as always but in the meantime, it's all about catching up. And I've done that, so...
I was thinking about downloading one of the 3D PSN options but they're all retrofitted to the technology and I'd rather wait for the big stuff (GT5, KZ3, etc.). Besides, I'd have to drop another $200 on the glasses and I don't see the need just yet.
7/3/2010 Ben Dutka
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Comments (89 posts)
Ben Dutka PSXE [Administrator]
Saturday, July 03, 2010 @ 10:19:07 PM
As for Heavy Rain, I really don't know...I think it's a separate release. Not sure, though.
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Cpt_Geez
Saturday, July 03, 2010 @ 10:20:41 PM
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SayWord
Saturday, July 03, 2010 @ 10:24:26 PM
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fluffer nutter
Saturday, July 03, 2010 @ 10:35:08 PM
Blur was the Amazon Deal of the Day, last Sunday, for $19.99 and I had a $10 game credit so $9.99 shipped was good enough not to pass on the deal.
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___________
Sunday, July 04, 2010 @ 3:03:14 AM
i thought fairytale frights was crap!
i thought you could not make a game any worse than that............. oh how wrong i was!
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Lawless SXE
Saturday, July 03, 2010 @ 10:20:57 PM
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It seems to me that the completion of scenario and character designs is one of the first things that should be done. Unless there are a lot more characters than we have thus far been introduced to, I'm not holding hope for a release any earlier than 2012. (I'm talking Versus XIII here.) Another thing that I was thinking, is that they could be referring to the world modelling, which of course puts it much further along in a time-span. All they really have to from there is the battle system and polishing right? Whatever. Bring on TGS and my Versus info. While you're at it, give me Agito info too.
I think the cancellation of the Heavy Rain Chronicles is unfortunate, but when I think about it, would it not be faster to implement Move into the game than to do the DLC, and therefore letting them get onto Horizon faster? That's the way I'm looking at it. And no, it has nothing to do with the fact that I can't get the DLC, I just want more games. Oh well, que sera sera, right?
Personal update.
I wrote about three thousand words this week, which has me feeling good, even if I used to write that in one day :/. I'm onto the last 'book' of the Time Ships, and have nothing to read when I'm finished with it.
Finished watching Dead Like Me, seriously best show ever, and have started watching Firefly.
I found out a workmate has a copy of Demon's Souls, but he won't let me borrow it, and I can't find it anywhere. Nor can I find Peace Walker, which is bloody annoying. And I just finished Chapter 7 of Valkyria Chronicles.
Oh and I've restarted my exercise regime. I'd kind of forgotten it recently, but now I'm back on track. There was something else too, but I've forgotten it.
Have a good Independence Day, you Brit killing Americans you. (No, I don't actually know why you celebrate July 4th, a heads up anyone?)
P.S. Ben, isn't the 3D PSN stuff free? I mean, sure you may need to shell out for the glasses, but a preview for what is to come can't be a bad thing, can it?
Peace all.
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Ben Dutka PSXE [Administrator]
Saturday, July 03, 2010 @ 11:37:44 PM
Yes, I know the 3D patches are free but $200 for a retrofitted PSN game? Nah, I'll wait.
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JMO_INDY
Saturday, July 03, 2010 @ 11:42:44 PM
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frylock25
Saturday, July 03, 2010 @ 11:58:49 PM
i understand why your sayin that but contrary to belief america is not the center of the universe. the whole world doesnt revolve around all of us over in in the states. not everyone in the world knows why we celebrate the holidays we do here just like i bet you cant tell us why every nation celebrates theirs.
hell i bet there are americans that dont really know why we celebrate the 4th and in your post you say it was cuz of the war. it was because we declared ourselves a free nation on the 4th never to be run by a king again.
not to be rude to you jmo but it seems that attitude is why the rest of the world hates us. (part of it)
my point in this is that lawless just seemed to be makin a joke. at least he tried to learn what it was he didnt know. in all honesty i dont see what was so ignorant, as we (not directly us but people in the american revolution) are actually "brit killers" who do you think we were fighting and killing indians?
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FatherSun
Sunday, July 04, 2010 @ 12:35:20 AM
Too bad about the DLC. SONYs doing and unfortunately MOVE is to blame. Were the Taxidermist sales dismal? I ask cause if they weren't I can't understand why they would't do both. I hope they suprise us.
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Ben Dutka PSXE [Administrator]
Sunday, July 04, 2010 @ 12:41:18 AM
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Lawless SXE
Sunday, July 04, 2010 @ 1:13:24 AM
Oh well, can't please everyone, and if you try you only piss off everyone.
Peace.
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fluffer nutter
Sunday, July 04, 2010 @ 1:23:08 AM
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Jawknee
Sunday, July 04, 2010 @ 10:22:06 AM
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Highlander
Sunday, July 04, 2010 @ 11:00:51 AM
You're wrong. The world in general mistrusts and dislikes the USA. It's not the people, it's the country represented by our foreign policy, our military and intelligence services and our corporate, economic and cultural imperialism. When one country is dominant, others are dominated. Dominated people seldom like those that dominate them. The US has been pre-dominant in the world for decades. Right or wrong, that is what it is. It's got nothing to do with tyrants or wannabe Marxists - not that there are many (if any) true Marxists around any more. That label has become just another label to hurl at people who's views we neither understand or like.
Anyone who has lived in other countries understand that the world dislikes America, that some portions of the world hate America and unfortunately, they have their reasons.
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Jawknee
Sunday, July 04, 2010 @ 11:16:51 AM
I liken America to the kid In school who was never popular because he didn't let the bullies and jocks push him around. When governments like the ones in south America and Iran trash America, i'd say were doing something right. Most of this "the world hates America" is mostly liberal propaganda anyway.
Seriously, everyone hates America yet everyone comes here for freedom and opportunity? Marxist thought is alive and well. You only need to turn on liberal media to hear arguements based on race, gender, class and sex. All arguments made by Karl and still made by liberal media today.
Are you a fan of Noam Chomsky or Howard Zinn Highlander? I'm not trying to patronize you. I'm just curious.
If you rebut my comment, send it to my PSX inbox. I'd like to better undersand your position. I'm not going to post any further here for obvious reasons.
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Highlander
Sunday, July 04, 2010 @ 11:32:02 AM
I'm sorry, but you are deluded.
Look, I'm not saying that the US is an evil country or something, I live here. I live here because this is where I want to live, I love living here, and I love the US and will defend it against anyone. But your view of how America should be viewed is not the reality. Just because you think that the US is a beacon of freedom does not make it so, nor does it mean that the rest of the world sees it that way.
I'm sorry but when you say things like;
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Most of this "the world hates America" is mostly liberal propaganda anyway.
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You are just utterly deluding yourself and not living in reality. Stop speaking from a soap-box, this isn't a political rally. I was attempting to offer you a view of someone who has lived the majority of their life outside the US and has seen and experienced the way in which America is viewed abroad. I see now that there was no point in that attempt.
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King James
Sunday, July 04, 2010 @ 11:38:15 AM
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Jawknee
Sunday, July 04, 2010 @ 11:41:13 AM
Oh Highlander i expected more from you.
KingJames, I don't even watch Fox. Can't stand cable news.
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JMO_INDY
Sunday, July 04, 2010 @ 12:25:15 PM
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Jawknee
Sunday, July 04, 2010 @ 12:36:34 PM
Also i suggest you tone it down. There's no needs for name calling. Frylock25 wasn't trying to hate. Hes was just expressing his opinion. We are all entitled to one and it can and should be done with out offense or name calling. I think you should edit that last part if you can.
Besides, i think enough has been said. This isn't the place for this.
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JMO_INDY
Sunday, July 04, 2010 @ 12:41:21 PM
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fluffer nutter
Sunday, July 04, 2010 @ 1:08:37 PM
Enjoy the 4th, everyone (that it applies to).
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JMO_INDY
Sunday, July 04, 2010 @ 1:12:00 PM
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Jawknee
Sunday, July 04, 2010 @ 1:12:22 PM
Oh i will. Already have my Patriotic Beer ready to go.
Sam Adams anyone? ;)
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fluffer nutter
Sunday, July 04, 2010 @ 1:17:59 PM
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JMO_INDY
Sunday, July 04, 2010 @ 1:22:24 PM
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Jawknee
Sunday, July 04, 2010 @ 1:27:32 PM
The singer had to take off for a while, hes in another state still working on new songs while he tries to piece things back together. Was having a hard time finding decent work here in Denver. The band is still a work in progress. Just taking a break for now. Well probably have some big announcements in the next year or so.
By the way, if you decide to glance over at our Myspace, I'm not Johnathon Sonmore. Some people think that because my PSN ID is Jawknee.
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Lawless SXE
Sunday, July 04, 2010 @ 1:28:56 PM
You can argue that America's involvement in those countries is a good thing, but think of it from the view of the locals. You have come uninvited and unwanted, and have enforced your own ideals of what life and the political sheme should be, rather than letting them tell you what they want.
If they can do that to these smaller, out of the way countries, what is stopping America from doing the same to countries that have a strong political standing besides the treaties that are in place? I know that I am probably completely off-base here, but I liken the possibility to Iraq and Saddam Hussein. It was invaded to seek out WOMDs, and when none were found, attention was turned to the atrocities committed by Hussein. He was ousted, and ever since, the Americans have been trying to keep the peace in the face of overwhelming opposition to their presence.
@JMO, I'm afraid that the world does not revolve around America. The closest thing that we came to being taught American History in school was the two World Wars. I have some knowledge of some of your history as a result of my own research, but I have never been terribly interested in it, so I didn't go any deeper. Also, I thought the American Revolution was to rid the country of British rule, ergo, 'Brit Killers'. I'm not defending what I said. I should not have said it.
Anyway, I did not mean to start a political debate, and I feel I should apologise to Ben for doing so.
Peace.
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JMO_INDY
Sunday, July 04, 2010 @ 1:36:13 PM
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fluffer nutter
Sunday, July 04, 2010 @ 1:43:09 PM
Think of all of the kittens... in my oven. Muuahahahaha!
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JMO_INDY
Sunday, July 04, 2010 @ 1:44:21 PM
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frylock25
Sunday, July 04, 2010 @ 1:47:46 PM
i was never trying to attack you or start a fight. all you said was because of the american revolution, when that really doesnt give lawless any info. not every person in every country is up on american history.
you are allowed to have your opinion. so is lawless as the rest of us are. in this land of freedom that has spread to hopefully where ever lawless is, there is free speach. including writing. lawless wanting to call us "brit-killers" is fine by me as i took it as a joke, you may not have.
i also did not say you are the cause of americas image. more of the attitude you gave off about america is #1 and every person on earth should know every fact of americas history regardless of location.
as it is im not gonna hold a grudge over stupid comments. instead of saying something is ignorant, calling names or telling people to put things in rears, offer the information in detail and explain.
what makes everyone so uptight these days? is it not ok to joke about stuff any more?
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Jawknee
Sunday, July 04, 2010 @ 1:49:37 PM
I play the bass. I am Ray R.
Can't download them, but if you like, give me your email. I can email you the tracks we have recorded.
You can send your email to my PSX inbox if you want.
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JMO_INDY
Sunday, July 04, 2010 @ 1:52:50 PM
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Jawknee
Sunday, July 04, 2010 @ 1:54:48 PM
:)
Word, jmo. I'll send them to you asap.
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Highlander
Sunday, July 04, 2010 @ 5:11:54 PM
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Ben Dutka PSXE [Administrator]
Sunday, July 04, 2010 @ 8:33:42 PM
Look, I'm making a rule here and now: there will be no more political-based posts of any kind at PSXE. It's always a mess, no matter how civil people try to be (and I'm not necessarily blaming anyone).
I'm entirely apolitical for a reason. There is no real truth to be found and there never will be.
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StangMan80
Saturday, July 03, 2010 @ 10:23:28 PM
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I am not getting into 3D yet but I am going to have to later for GT5, kill Zone 3 and MotorStorm:Apocalyps.
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frylock25
Saturday, July 03, 2010 @ 10:44:10 PM
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anyway personal gaming update: i have been working on heavy rain playing it over and over. i am one trophy away from platnum and i am hoping to get it as i write this. sooo many endings.
i keep thinkin about getting plus. the more i look at it, it seems worth it. i just hope i get stuff i can use with games i already have.
yes and i did it! platnum heavy rain! sweet! im just under 900 trophies now.
has anyone here scored a 3d tv besides Ben? like with the glasses and is using the current 3d stuff?
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SayWord
Saturday, July 03, 2010 @ 10:52:26 PM
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Ben Dutka PSXE [Administrator]
Saturday, July 03, 2010 @ 11:37:58 PM
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kraygen
Saturday, July 03, 2010 @ 10:58:23 PM
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Either of those 2 correct and I'll be disappointed. I want it to be good, but I have my doubts and SE has done nothing to dissuade those doubts.
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Snaaaake
Sunday, July 04, 2010 @ 12:10:46 AM
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Mainly, because there's no gameplay footage, the likes of infamous 2 and Killzone 3 are now high on my list.
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drew
Sunday, July 04, 2010 @ 4:48:00 AM
http://www.edge-online.com/magazine/interview-tetsuya-nomura
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Highlander
Sunday, July 04, 2010 @ 11:06:58 AM
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CharlesD
Sunday, July 04, 2010 @ 12:24:34 AM
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I agree Sony is pushing Move a bit hard but they are probably a bit worried that it wouldn't hit the market hard enough otherwise. Still not sure if it's worth it yet. As far as impacting other games, well.. I better get that HR DLC at some point. Even if it's after the move version of the game is released (which I really hope is just a patch from the PSN) I'll be happy.
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FatherSun
Sunday, July 04, 2010 @ 12:26:35 AM
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It is IMPERATIVE thas SONY implement MOVE properly. They are already being accused of copy-cat syndrome so they need to display the awesome power that a TRUE motion controlled HD console is capable of. With time this will be exhibited. But please SONY, as Ben stated, DO NOT force feed the new technology or it may jeopardize the current momentum that you have created.
Not even looking into a new game at this time. Wife and daughter are in love with Super Mario Galaxy 2 and I have a backlog that needs my attention. Unless something spectacular surprises me then I am good at the moment.
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LittleBigMidget
Sunday, July 04, 2010 @ 12:40:26 AM
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I FINALLY got around to buying myself a Toshiba 320 GB external HDD for my PS3 and I just finished backing up my files. Been playing Gow 3, Uncharted 2 and LBP lately as well.
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Oyashiro
Sunday, July 04, 2010 @ 12:45:05 AM
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Oyashiro
Sunday, July 04, 2010 @ 12:41:44 AM
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And that goes to all of you that celebrate it as well. And to all of you that don't, Happy 4th anyway, hope you all have a nice day.
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Qubex
Sunday, July 04, 2010 @ 3:00:47 AM
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A plausible explanation could be that generally, from a business perspective, Sony have their targets set against the performance of both their rivals, M$ and Nintendo... I think, broadly speaking, Sony really want to establish the Sony PS3 as an alternative to the Nintendo Wii, and are prepared to do "anything" to achieve that goal.
That sets a dangerous precedence as you have noted above. Not least in that it could drive loyal fans away from the platform over time and attract a more "casual" Nintendo crowd. That doesn't necessary bode well for the platform and for the wider industry.
We all agree that Sony has actually been of huge benefit to the industry because they were prepared to risk on new innovative I.P. What happens in the future if they start to depend on more casual games that can be churned out quicker and quicker because their very base has begun to change... I shudder at the thought.
This whole episode must have been very disappointing for Cage... in fact it makes one wonder that incidents like this are the start of something more ominous whereby Cage decides to head off to M$ to accomplish what he wants to do...
Q!
"play.experience.enjoy"
*Currently in SinCity, Singapore
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Highlander
Sunday, July 04, 2010 @ 11:03:44 AM
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Qubex
Sunday, July 04, 2010 @ 12:21:17 PM
Move may really work out well for some; I am happy to stick to my controller, far more comfortable I would think.
Bet you a dollar that you will have deluge of party games and Nintendo Wii-esque rip-offs... but even those might not be so bad if Sony keeps up the quality of these titles and makes them good, however small and insignificant they may be...
I just don't want my PS3 platform to be cheapened...
If Move succeeds great, if it doesn't it doesn't bother me either...
Q!
"play.experience.enjoy"
*Currently in SinCity, Singapore
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Lawless SXE
Sunday, July 04, 2010 @ 1:37:19 PM
Do I think that Sony will leave their 'hardcore' fanbase behind? No. They know where they have built their fanbase, and they have rarely deviated from it, yet at the same time they have amassed that fanbase by offering such a massive variety that everyones desires have been catered for.
It is because of this that I highly doubt we will be seeing a massive influx of Wii-toos. On the other hand, they may have no choice, what with developers having for the hots for multiplatform games, and yes it is easier for them to develop for the Wii, but the PS3 offers more sales, and a chance to do it better, so what will they do?
@ Highlander,
I agree that it is solely to have more games capable of utilising the Move upon its launch, but I still don't like it.
Peace.
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___________
Sunday, July 04, 2010 @ 3:12:53 AM
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suddenly i dont care it has the graphical capabilities of a freaking ps2!
wii has made me want move all that much more!
though i wont be getting it till it gets a MASSIVE! price drop.
ill be in the cold hard ground long before i pay 240 AUD just for motion controls!!!!!!!!!!
is this being made by sony or M$?
i thought it was M$ that charges ridiculous prices for products.......... oh right sony does that too, and have been for a very long time!
i went over to a old friends place yesterday, he got a new bravia 3D TV.
it cost him....... are you sitting down?
FIVE F*CKING GRAND!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
when i went to QLD last month i saw the panasonic neo plasmas which were larger than his TV, AND OMFG i have never seen a TV that looks as good at that!
and its cost? three grand!
how the ^%$# can sony charge 2K more for a TV that is not even half as good?
no wonder there bleeding money!
they release sh*t and charge a arm and a leg for it, than wonder why there getting TROUNCED! by samsung and other TV manufactures.
i was in parra westfields today and asked the guy at JB why they had so many sonys in stock, and he told me because they have a back flow.
there coming 5th in the sales department, behind samsung, panasonic, toshiba, and LG!
there getting beaten by LG for gods sake!
they cant even make a reliable toaster, let alone a freaking TV!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Jawknee
Sunday, July 04, 2010 @ 10:24:28 AM
Take a look at Skyward Sword and tell me that was possible on PS2. Not even God of War 2 looked as nice.
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JackC8
Sunday, July 04, 2010 @ 7:00:59 AM
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I'm still playing Final Fantasy XIII. I'm still blown away by the breathtaking graphics and visuals. That's the best thing about the game by far. The characters on the other hand are completely one-dimensional and a gigantic step backwards from the characters in XII. The gameplay is repetitive, and who's idea was it to have the stupid camera keep moving after you've quit moving the analog stick? That's starting to get on my nerves. Still, the graphics and environments actually make up for almost all of it.
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Jawknee
Sunday, July 04, 2010 @ 10:54:50 AM
Maybe it's just me, but I wasn't that impressed with it after playing God of War III.
I expected more from Square.
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JackC8
Sunday, July 04, 2010 @ 3:04:44 PM
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Macavity
Sunday, July 04, 2010 @ 9:03:39 AM
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Btw, I still don't have a concrete idea about FFvs13. But why can't S-E release FF14 PS3 version along with PC version? Instead, it will be 4 months later than PC's launch? (It says Sept 22 for PC CE version and March 2011 for PS3 version on the official website.)
I am very disappointed with SE.
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Jawknee
Sunday, July 04, 2010 @ 10:38:08 AM
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As for gaming update, just finished Red Dead(mostly) and Metroid Prime. Started Metroid Prime 2 Echos. Fantastic games. Anyone who owns a Wii and likes FPS in the least should play them. It's amazing how much stuff in those games seems to be popping up in new FPS. I had forgotten how good they are. Probably my favorite FPS of all time. Graphics aren't PS3 quality but they can still stand the test of time. Especially the Trilogy Nintendo released. Updated textures and sound from the Gamecube versions.
Still playing Peace Walker too. Finished the story missions about a week ago but I still can't put it down. Tons of stuff to do outside the story.
Can't decide which PS3 game to play next. Kinda want Transformers but I think I'll wait till the price comes down. I guess I could go finish Final Fantasy XIII. Sorta feels like a chore. Ha!
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Scarecrow
Sunday, July 04, 2010 @ 11:02:16 AM
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On the Move bit, hopefully they make games that are specifically for Move instead of forcing devs to implement it in any/all games.
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King James
Sunday, July 04, 2010 @ 11:31:52 AM
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I do believe FF13vs will be cool. But I doubt it'll hold up any FF standards. From the very beginning, it was never supposed to. Its a darker,more mature game (not FF). And, its a action RPG like Kingdom Hearts (not FF).
So I guess what I'm saying is....to all the ppl out there that expect FF13vs to be all that FF13 wasn't? Don't hold your breath. Read the facts and don't ignore them. U'll be a lot happier w/ FF13vs if you take the game for what it is and not for what you want it to be.
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Scarecrow
Sunday, July 04, 2010 @ 12:01:03 PM
Someone who's actually reading the facts
FFXIIIVersus is not what people should be hoping for. It's not really a FF
It's a Kingdom Hearts/FF spinoff type of game.
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I warned you all 'bout FFXIII
Game looked bad when they started to show more of it. I knew it was gonna bomb.
We need to move on to FFXV already or FFXIII will end up being the only FF this gen.
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Jawknee
Sunday, July 04, 2010 @ 12:08:31 PM
Though some on PSX are chattering about it only costing $5 bucks in Japan now. Sellers practically have to give it away.
I don't expect Square to give us anything remotely close to the PS1 and PS2 Final Fantasy experiences. They just aren't that Square anymore. I'm sure Versus XIII will be better then XIII but i don't count on it being the Final Fantasy we have all been waiting for.
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Scarecrow
Sunday, July 04, 2010 @ 1:02:59 PM
it's just like Cally of D00ty
Crap game, but sells a lot
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fluffer nutter
Sunday, July 04, 2010 @ 1:14:41 PM
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Lawless SXE
Sunday, July 04, 2010 @ 1:45:32 PM
It will feel like a first person shooter, or a third person shooter, but hopefully it still has the depth that can set it apart as an RPG.
Peace.
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Ben Dutka PSXE [Administrator]
Sunday, July 04, 2010 @ 8:36:21 PM
FFXIII is arguably the most challenging FF ever. They've actually gotten tougher with each successive installment; take it from someone who has played every last one and invested at least 100 hours into all of them. The ONLY downside of FFVII was that it was SILLY easy. You wouldn't even come CLOSE to dying.
In FFXIII, you die a ton. Eidolons are extremely difficult and nothing about the final stages of that game can be considered "easy," even if you spent a lot of time grinding. I took down every ultimate challenge in every FF...I've done it all. To claim FFXIII is the "easiest" is entirely incorrect; in fact, it's the exact opposite.
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Underdog15
Sunday, July 04, 2010 @ 9:27:37 PM
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Jawknee
Monday, July 05, 2010 @ 11:00:09 AM
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King James
Tuesday, July 06, 2010 @ 12:58:45 AM
@Ben
IMO, the amount of times a player dies in a game isn't a determining factor in determining difficulty. But maybe I used the wrong diction. I won't say easiest. How about "least challenging"? "Most uninspiring"? "Least compelling"?
I consider FF13 the easiest b/c of that battle system. Its got some good ideas and looks great while running, but I never thought at any moment when I died, in that game, that I (meaning the player) did something wrong and that is why I failed.
In previous FFs, I couldn't say this with a str8 face. When I died I would sigh, retry, do the exact same paradigm shifts as b4 and win. THAT is not game difficulty to me. That's just beautifully rendered dice-rolls no working in your favor. I did nothing wrong. My characters are strong enough. I have the right equipment. I used the right Paradigms. It was just the luck of the draw. And in FF13 you crap out a lot. Plus, the game doesn't open up till Chap 11 out 13. Terrible.
BTW, FF7 was one of the hardest games I can recall playing a kid. I don't think I ever beat Ruby Weapon (wuz that the one underwater?).
@Underdog & Jawknee
True, but at least FFX-2 told you it was gonna be cheese. We all knew that game was gonna be corny. FFX was corny at times. HOWEVER, don't give me a expensive piece of chesse (FF13) and tell me, "This is gonna be the best meal (my RPG fix) I'll ever have this gen."
"No S-E, this is just cheese." I reply.
(FYI, the story in FF13 is throwaway imo)
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frylock25
Sunday, July 04, 2010 @ 2:17:38 PM
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what if versus has move or 3d support?
i dont know if anyone else has brought this up but i think it is likely
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Jawknee
Sunday, July 04, 2010 @ 2:29:44 PM
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WorldEndsWithMe
Sunday, July 04, 2010 @ 4:53:20 PM
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Temjin001
Sunday, July 04, 2010 @ 5:25:01 PM
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Okay, dang it.
So I found the White Seed ship sitting in a secluded area, but Ellone isn't there and the retard captain keeps kicking me off his ship.
Where do I go ?
I'm at Fisherman's Horizon. Lost.
Happy 4th everyone.
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WorldEndsWithMe
Sunday, July 04, 2010 @ 6:30:51 PM
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Jawknee
Sunday, July 04, 2010 @ 7:20:07 PM
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Temjin001
Sunday, July 04, 2010 @ 8:55:52 PM
Thanks, and I can't remember and I don't see any kind of log for the key events that have taken place in the plot. I'll go ahead and check out Esthar.
I started this game earlier in the year and then stopped. Every time I think about going back to play it some more I keep thinking about how I don't know where to go..
@JawKnee,
Yah, first time I played it was back when it first released and I got passed disc one. Then like many RPG's for me some other big game comes out that steels my attention away and I procrastinate coming back to the RPG until I resolve that I'll start it over again.... some day..... and then never do..
I'm trying to prevent FFVIII from swirling all the way down the toilet like it did many years ago hehe. Gotta keep it close to the top of the pile of games I have to play.
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Jawknee
Monday, July 05, 2010 @ 12:45:47 AM
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sunspider13
Sunday, July 04, 2010 @ 8:23:22 PM
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Waiting to see what FFVXIII is going to be like, I passed on FFXIII to wait for it so here's hoping.
Gaming update...beat Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2 a couple of weeks ago. I had a blast. Also beat Dante's Inferno Friday and it was fun for what it was. The combat was passable but the art direction is what stood out for me. But was fun nonetheless.
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fluffer nutter
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Saturday, July 03, 2010 @ 10:14:52 PM
I wanted to dive into Naughty Bear but the reviews were very, very dismal. I was even hoping for a "it's so bad that it's so much fun" scenario. Damn...
Going to get back into ModNation Racers and design some mods and karts, tonight, and I found two packages at my door. One of them is probably Blur so I'll give that a spin. For $10, I don't think I'll be disappointed.