Kojima's Intriguing Comments On MW3 And Battlefield 3
See Full ImageSo who would've thought Hideo Kojima would comment on the two biggest shooters of the year?
Well, his statements are bound to spark some definite discussion. Kojima posted on his Twitter page a pair of comments that address Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 and Battlefield 3, and he believes the two titles are significantly different:
"If 'COD MW3' is a Hollywood-ish action play, 'BF3' is more like documentary. While play-related rail games are the mainstream after the success of 'COD' and 'Uncharted,' this stoic attitude is fresh."
While it's true that recent CoD entries feel very much like big-budget Hollywood movies, we're not entirely sure of what to expect from Battlefield 3. Kojima's words imply a definite difference between two games in the same genre and indeed, gamers are expecting different experiences. But how do you feel about Kojima's response to these shooters; might his description be accurate?
Tags: hideo kojima, cod, modern warfare 3, mw3, battlefield 3
6/9/2011 9:06:46 PM Ben Dutka
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Comments (39 posts)
OPHIDIAN
Friday, June 10, 2011 @ 3:59:06 AM
Guess that's just me.
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PorkChopGamer
Friday, June 10, 2011 @ 8:25:09 AM
Well, I don't think I have ever read a criticism written so....respectfully.
Im kidding, of course, but the double standard needed to be addressed at least once. Now it's all water under the bridge as far as I'm concerned. And who would know more about water under a bridge than the resident 'troll', aye?
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Beamboom
Friday, June 10, 2011 @ 9:39:15 AM
;)
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Nynja
Friday, June 10, 2011 @ 11:10:13 AM
Although the series has grown stale with me, it is still the highest selling/grossing single entertainment piece. Saturating the market with COD every year may have bored some gamers, but not all of them.
Myself, I prefer the more realistic approach that BF3 is striving for. I will probably pick up MW3 for the single player only, but will absolutely pick up BF3 for everything it has to offer.
Last edited by Nynja on 6/10/2011 11:11:32 AM
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Underdog15
Friday, June 10, 2011 @ 3:38:56 PM
THAT'S the way a normally functioning social being would communicate their disagreement, and it is your inability to express your opinion so tactfully as they have that has given you the label you have. Opinion is often respected. One such as yours will surly be challenged on a site like this where there is a gathering of people who come here specifically because they support Sony gaming. And that's fine. But your -presentation- of your opinion is what people take exception to.
And that is the point Ben has been so frustrated about not being able to get across to you.
The "double standard" was addressed by Ophidian before your post. Which means, of course, there is no double standard as socially apt members are more than capable of properly addressing their concerns.
I mean... look at your post. It's sarcastic and calls out a group of anonymous people. You could be referring to anyone. It is BOUND to ruffle feathers needlessly. Your lack of tact is ever apparent.
Trolling is making posts specifically to upset a group of people. Sometimes that's called flaming. It's what you do! As a result, your precious "opinion" is not heard because you consistently fail to present it in a way that is respectful and allows people to acknowledge it as acceptable behavior.
I truly don't get why that's so hard to comprehend.
Last edited by Underdog15 on 6/10/2011 3:44:42 PM
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Fane1024
Friday, June 10, 2011 @ 7:07:30 PM
Trolling = coming to a site in order to start fights, usually by professing contrary opinions
At least, that's how I understand the terms.
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PorkChopGamer
Friday, June 10, 2011 @ 11:56:20 PM
I am only going to do this one more time. When I said 'water under the bridge', I truly meant it. Not sure why you think this needs to continue, but I'll indulge this one last time.
I completely understand what you and Ben are saying, I just don't agree with it. Bear with me here:
"COD is the dumb Hollywood flashy, lazy, sprinkles on poo game."- is NOT a tactful statement but is acceptable because the majority of gamers here do not like CoD.
"Uncharted is the dumb Hollywood flashy, lazy, sprinkles on poo game.";- is NOT a tactful statement and is unacceptable because the majority of gamers here love Uncharted.
That is what I meant by 'double standard'. I get it, though. If it's going to cause trouble, don't use extreme dialogue. But if I want to rant a bit, I kinda feel that I'm entitled to it as long as I don't go to extremes like calling people sheep or just harassing other posters' comments with my opinion. I guess that's what I was trying to say. But I've gotten my Uncharted 3 stuff out. So I won't repeat it.
As far as this post I have NO problem with Soul Controller saying what he said. I realized around the third 'Xbox ain't all that bad' debate that I can't change anyone's opnion. So I wasn't attacking him. Yes, I was being a smart ass about the whole 'tact' situation, but I've got a successful marriage and business and a family that loves me, all while being one. It's just how I am. I gotta rib someone. Don't take it to heart. There is absolutely no malice intended.
So that's my story.
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redman479
Thursday, June 09, 2011 @ 9:42:07 PM
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Scarecrow
Thursday, June 09, 2011 @ 10:14:01 PM
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Guess Konami forced him to work on MGS Rising, like he didn't want to.
Ah, great leadership at Konami.
Last edited by Scarecrow on 6/9/2011 10:14:09 PM
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Teddie9
Thursday, June 09, 2011 @ 10:48:25 PM
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godsdream
Thursday, June 09, 2011 @ 11:01:04 PM
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cLoudou
Thursday, June 09, 2011 @ 11:20:31 PM
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WorldEndsWithMe
Thursday, June 09, 2011 @ 11:57:36 PM
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Uncharted is linear, but not in a bad way like FFXIII
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mindmurderer69
Friday, June 10, 2011 @ 6:45:42 PM
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somethingrandom
Friday, June 10, 2011 @ 12:21:24 AM
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Godslim
Friday, June 10, 2011 @ 4:46:27 AM
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BeezleDrop
Friday, June 10, 2011 @ 10:23:14 AM
BF3's progress from Bad Co. 2 is incredible, and you and every other CoD Fanboy on this site knows it. The footage from E3 is simply amazing.
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somethingrandom
Friday, June 10, 2011 @ 12:40:45 PM
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Socrates
Friday, June 10, 2011 @ 12:53:31 AM
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Whilst I prefer Battelfield over COD, both have appeal to lots of people … but neither (for me at least) would scratch the right royal a$$ that is Solid Snake!
Agree with everyone that anticipation for another Kojima (not Konami) title is very high on the list of “I hope that’s coming soon” … “Snake … Snake … Snaaaaaaaaake!” …
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Beamboom
Friday, June 10, 2011 @ 2:30:43 AM
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If I had to choose between a war documentary and a Hollywood action, I actually think I'd prefer the action movie rather than another sad, depressive documentary.
Neither of those movie genres interests me the slightest though, but if I *had* to, I'd choose the action one.
However I'm still most interested in BF3...
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Kiryu
Friday, June 10, 2011 @ 2:57:35 AM
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It is a Epic Story with great characters and also it's non-linear and with infinite playtime.
What do u say about infamous series kojima?
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___________
Friday, June 10, 2011 @ 3:52:23 AM
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somethings snapped ever since that project he was working on for years is now useless.
maybe the stress is getting to him?
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OPHIDIAN
Friday, June 10, 2011 @ 4:03:41 AM
Last edited by OPHIDIAN on 6/10/2011 4:04:18 AM
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mindmurderer69
Friday, June 10, 2011 @ 6:49:31 PM
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Lotusflow3r
Friday, June 10, 2011 @ 4:15:31 AM
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I don't give a shit....because i've got BALLS OF STEEL, baby!!
That's right, those limited addition balls, right in my hands!
I should be a new man "when it's done". See you on the other side.
*whistles grabbag*
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BeezleDrop
Friday, June 10, 2011 @ 10:24:36 AM
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Dancemachine55
Friday, June 10, 2011 @ 8:02:20 AM
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I've been trying to find the perfect way to describe the difference between CoD and battlefield without going into all the details everytime.
Kojima's statement has given me a new way of describing it very quickly to people deciding between one or the other.
I love documentaries, a far more enriching and fulfilling experience than a blockbuster action movie.
Any good action movie stays with you for a few days. A good documentary stays with you for a few years. Just look at Planet Earth with David Attenborough and compare it to the Transformers movies. As a 24 year old, I like quality experiences, and Planet Earth was an experience.
Like CoD, Transformers only managed to entertain me for a few hours.
Last edited by Dancemachine55 on 6/10/2011 8:03:29 AM
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Beamboom
Friday, June 10, 2011 @ 9:22:22 AM
Planet Earth is like *the* documentary of the millennium. At least compare it with Lord Of The Rings or even Harry Potter for that matter. Or the entire James Bond movie collection. Or all of the above. just not.. Transformers (the game aint half bad though).
Planet Earth is *fantastic*. It's way above just being a documentary, it's art, history, it's... Magic!
Last edited by Beamboom on 6/10/2011 9:23:29 AM
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Beamboom
Friday, June 10, 2011 @ 2:48:43 PM
If any of you guys are looking for one Blu-rai to really show off what HD can look like, get Planet Earth.
BBC used Hollywood quality cameras during the recording of this wildlife documentary, and the result is, well, out of this world.
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Douchebaguette
Friday, June 10, 2011 @ 9:08:00 AM
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BeezleDrop
Friday, June 10, 2011 @ 10:26:54 AM
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Darwin1967
Friday, June 10, 2011 @ 6:08:12 PM
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DjEezzy
Friday, June 10, 2011 @ 1:19:02 PM
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Fane1024
Friday, June 10, 2011 @ 7:14:27 PM
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coverton341
Friday, June 10, 2011 @ 4:47:33 PM
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CoD is more what Hollywood wants a combat zone to look like, and Battlefield is more like what an actual battlefield looks like.
I'm paraphrasing myself but you get the idea. Cool to know that one of the biggest names in gaming shares my sentiment on the issue.
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SoulController
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Thursday, June 09, 2011 @ 9:36:48 PM
Dang Kojima, WE need a game from you soon bruh...