March 7th 2024.
Have you heard of Capcom's latest game, Kunitsu-Gami: Path Of The Goddess? It seems to be getting a lot of buzz, especially from readers on the Thursday letters page. One reader even expressed concern about Ghost Of Tsushima potentially becoming a live service game. If you want to join the discussion, you can email us at [insert email address here].
I have to say, the recent Xbox Partner Direct was quite impressive. The lineup of games was diverse and intriguing. I personally found Capcom's unique and eccentric title, Kunitsu-Gami: Path Of The Goddess, to be the most interesting. But that's just my bias towards Capcom's work. It's refreshing to see them take a chance on something so out there and different.
The other games, like The Alters and Tales Of Kenzera: Zau, also caught my attention. And even though Sleight Of Hand and The Sinking City 2 were only shown in pre-rendered footage, I'm still curious about them. However, I couldn't help but notice that these games may not appeal to casual gamers. Microsoft may have missed an opportunity to draw in a wider audience with this showcase.
Don't get me wrong, as someone who is invested in gaming and familiar with these titles, I am excited. But I can see how for a casual gamer, there may not be a standout game that they can easily latch onto. This is still a problem for Xbox, even with Sony's recent missteps. They have yet to offer a prominent exclusive or a game that is synonymous with their brand. And even with the open goal Sony has given them, they have not been able to solve this issue. It's becoming increasingly clear that this is a problem that needs to be addressed, and it may already be too late for Xbox to turn things around.
Speaking of Xbox, I can't help but wonder why Game Pass isn't a bigger deal. As someone who has a subscription, I am now able to access most of the games that were showcased, including a new release from Capcom. The same goes for PlayStation Plus. However, it seems that more casual gamers are not as interested in playing a variety of games. It may be perceived as a waste of money or too intimidating. And even with popular titles like Call Of Duty being available on Game Pass, it may not be enough to entice the average consumer to invest.
It's interesting to see how the gaming landscape will evolve in the next few years. The recent UK sales figures for Xbox are concerning, with the Switch still outselling it even in its peak year. It's also surprising to see that Starfield didn't make much of an impact. It's clear that Xbox needs to do something to compete, but even PlayStation 5 is facing its own challenges with cross-platform play and potential growth limitations. It's a shame that the simple logic of a successful game leading to a sequel no longer applies. I hope that whatever changes are made, they are well thought out and planned for the future.
Speaking of sequels, I almost forgot about Ghost Of Tsushima until the news about a potential PC version surfaced. It's been four years since its release, and we still haven't heard anything about a sequel. Is it because the developers are working on live service games? Will Ghost Of Tsushima 2 be a never-ending GAAS (Games as a Service)? Sony's silence is concerning, as it leaves room for speculation and rumors. It's possible that even they don't have a clear plan in mind.
On a different note, I recently tried to find a role-playing game with a character creator on the PlayStation Store. But to my surprise, the option to filter games is no longer available under the "All Games" category. This was a useful tool for navigating through the store, and it's a shame that it's no longer an option. Sony's user interface has always been lacking, and this just adds to the frustration. I can't help but wonder if this is a tactic to push people to upgrade to the PlayStation 5. But that just seems crazy.
Lastly, I wanted to touch on the UK sales stats and the top 10 selling games of the year. It's interesting to see that Spider-Man 2 didn't rank higher, even though it was a highly anticipated release. The fact that it was beaten by FIFA 23 and Star Wars Jedi: Survivor is surprising. I would love to know the exact numbers for Nintendo's sales, especially with digital included. It's great to see a Nintendo game in the top 10, as they were once considered uncool. And even though the list is dominated by licensed games and sequels, I don't think it's a bad representation of the current gaming landscape. I am also curious about where Baldur's Gate 3 would rank if we had access to its sales numbers. It's a shame that there is no information available, but I can only hope that it was a success.
Hey there fellow gamers,
Did anyone catch the Xbox Partner Direct? I have to say, I was pretty impressed. The lineup of games was diverse and interesting. I especially liked Capcom's Kunitsu-Gami: Path Of The Goddess. It's definitely a weird one, but that's what makes it so intriguing.
The Alters and Tales Of Kenzera: Zau also caught my eye, and I couldn't help but get excited for Sleight Of Hand and The Sinking City 2, even though they were just pre-rendered teasers. However, I do see a potential issue for Microsoft in terms of attracting the casual gaming crowd. These games may not have enough mainstream appeal to draw in those who aren't already invested in the Xbox brand.
And speaking of the Xbox brand, I can't help but notice that they still haven't addressed the lack of prominent exclusives. Even with Sony's recent stumble, Xbox hasn't seemed to make any progress in this area. It's clear that this is an important factor for many gamers, and I'm starting to wonder if it's too late for Xbox to turn things around.
On a different note, let's talk about Game Pass. I'm still amazed at how it's not a bigger deal. With Game Pass, I don't have to buy half the games that were featured in the Direct, including a brand new game from Capcom. The same goes for PS Plus. But it seems that more casual gamers don't see the value in playing so many games. Perhaps they view it as a waste of money or feel intimidated by the sheer amount of content. I'm not sure how to solve this problem, even with big titles like Call of Duty being added to the lineup.
The recent UK sales figures are also cause for concern. It's surprising to see the Switch outselling the Xbox Series X/S, especially considering it's still in its peak year. And the fact that Starfield didn't make much of an impact is also worrying. It's clear that something needs to change for both Xbox and PlayStation in terms of profits, but I'm not sure if the changes they're making are well thought out. It makes me wonder what gaming will look like in five years.
On the topic of sequels, I completely forgot about Ghost Of Tsushima until the news about the PC version. It's been four years and we still haven't heard anything about a sequel. Is it because they're working on live service games? I just hope that the sequel won't turn out to be another never-ending GAAS.
Sony's silence is also concerning. We have no idea what they're planning, and the rumors only add to the confusion. It's a shame that a successful game doesn't necessarily guarantee a sequel anymore. I would have been happy with a sequel that looked like a PlayStation 4 game, as long as it meant we got one.
I recently tried to find a role-playing game with a character creator on the PlayStation Store, and I noticed that the option to filter games by price, release date, etc. was no longer available in the All Games category. I'm not sure why Sony would remove this feature, especially since their user interface is already subpar. I hope this isn't a ploy to force us to upgrade to the PlayStation 5.
Lastly, let's talk about the top-selling games of the year. I was surprised to see that Spider-Man 2 didn't rank higher on the list, especially since it was released at the end of the year. It's also interesting to see Nintendo games in the top 10, considering they were once seen as uncool. I would love to know the digital sales numbers for Nintendo games, and I'm also curious about how Baldur's Gate 3 would rank if we had access to its sales numbers.
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