May 16th 2024.
What happens next? This is the question on the minds of many gamers as they eagerly await the latest news and updates from their favorite gaming companies. One such company, Xbox, has recently caused quite a stir with their controversial purchase of Activision Blizzard. Fans are left wondering what this move will mean for the future of gaming and for Xbox in particular.
One reader, known as Grackle, expresses their concern for Xbox's future and the potential consequences of their acquisition. They fear that Xbox's only hope for success is to release games on multiple platforms, but doing so would make owning an Xbox console redundant. They also point out the flaws in relying on streaming and the dislike of PC gamers towards extra launchers. Grackle fears that Xbox may end up being just like Activision Blizzard, with only a few exclusive titles every few years.
Another reader, known as Courser, predicts that Xbox will not announce any new multiformat games in their upcoming showcase. They believe that Xbox will continue to prolong the charade and eventually release a few remastered versions of popular titles. Courser also mentions Xbox's broken promise of not releasing big name games on other platforms and suggests that they should have been honest with fans from the start.
Susgo, a reader who goes by one name, expresses their disappointment with the recent Assassin's Creed Shadows reveal. They point out that every detail had already been leaked and the trailer did not even show the game itself. They also wonder about the consequences for developers who leak information and suggest that publishers should take it more seriously.
Pascal, another reader, hopes for a sequel to Mortal Kombat: Shaolin Monks after the failure of Mortal Kombat 1. They suggest a co-op brawler game with top-end graphics and Mortal Kombat gore would be a refreshing change for the series.
Two Macks, a reader who goes by two names, discusses the speculation surrounding Resident Evil 9. They predict that the game will be in third person to differentiate from the last game and hope for a return to the sleek sci-fi aesthetic of previous titles. They also hope for a stronger survival aspect and a return of the infamous villain, Wesker.
As fans eagerly await more news and updates, the future of Xbox and the gaming industry as a whole remains uncertain. Only time will tell what happens next. In the meantime, readers are encouraged to share their thoughts and opinions by emailing the provided address.
What will happen next in the gaming world? This week, the Thursday letters page of a popular gaming magazine is abuzz with chatter about the recent reveal of Assassin's Creed Shadows. Many readers are upset that the surprise was spoiled and are now eagerly anticipating the possibility of a new game - Mortal Kombat: Shaolin Monks 2. To join in on the discussions, readers are encouraged to email their thoughts and opinions.
One topic that seems to be on everyone's mind is the future of Xbox. Some are speculating that the upcoming Project Latitude may be the company's last attempt at success. Looking back, it's unclear what Microsoft's intentions were when they acquired Activision Blizzard - especially since they can't afford to make the games exclusive and it's unlikely that this move will make a difference for Game Pass. The only hope now seems to be releasing games on multiple platforms, but this raises the question - what's the point of owning an Xbox console if all of the games are available elsewhere? And with streaming not yet perfected and PC gamers not fond of multiple launchers, it's a precarious situation for Xbox.
As the discussion continues, one reader predicts that the upcoming showcase in June will not bring any new multiplatform game announcements. They believe that Xbox will continue to keep their cards close to their chest and instead release a compilation of games like Starfield Gold Edition, Halo, and Gears of War. However, it's only a matter of time before Xbox goes back on their promise of keeping big name games exclusive. It's frustrating for fans who were promised otherwise and begs the question - why not just be honest from the beginning?
Speaking of disappointment, the recent reveal of Assassin's Creed Shadows is a perfect example of everything wrong with gaming announcements. Every detail had been leaked beforehand, from the release date to the characters to the special editions. The pre-rendered trailer showed little about the game, leaving fans with more questions than answers. One reader wonders what consequences developers face for leaking information, but it seems that publishers may not care enough to do anything about it. But they should, because it takes away from the excitement and surprise of game reveals.
Switching gears, another reader hopes that the failure of Mortal Kombat 1 will be the perfect opportunity for a sequel to Shaolin Monks. Instead of releasing another one-on-one fighter or rebooting the series, they suggest a co-op brawler with top graphics and Mortal Kombat gore. This would also eliminate the need for another Injustice game.
Finally, the topic of Call of Duty coming to Game Pass is causing quite a stir. Many Xbox gamers kept their Game Pass subscriptions with the promise of the popular game series being included in the service. However, with Phil Spencer's hints and promises of news, it seems that this may not happen after all. This potential broken promise could be the final straw for many gamers and could lead to even more disappointment from a company that has already had its fair share of blunders.
As the letters page comes to a close, readers are encouraged to email their thoughts and opinions on these and other topics in the gaming world. What will happen next? Only time will tell.
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