Hello there, fellow gamers! It's finally here - the night we've all been waiting for. That's right, tonight is the State of Play showcase and we couldn't be more excited! There's so much to look forward to, including a highly-anticipated demake of Pokémon Scarlet and Violet. But that's not all - we also have some interesting discussions happening on our Thursday letters page, as well as some insightful comments and opinions from our readers in the Games Inbox. Don't forget, you can join in on the fun by emailing us at [insert email address here].
But before we dive into the exciting world of gaming, let's talk about the mind-blowing rumor that's been circulating. Can you believe that Sony might start making their first-party games available on other platforms? It's a crazy idea, especially considering they've only done it with a few remasters and a Lego game so far. But the thought of a brand new God of War game being released on multiple platforms is just mind-blowing.
Naturally, this raises the question - why? Why would Sony want to give people less reasons to buy their console? Sure, they'll make more money overall, but at what cost? It just diminishes the uniqueness of the console and turns it into something no different than a mid-range gaming PC. And let's not forget about the Nintendo Switch, which remains the only place to play Nintendo games. Do we really want Sony to become just like Xbox? Are they looking at their competition and wishing they were them? It's a puzzling move, but then again, Sony's decisions have never made much sense to me.
But let's not dwell on that for too long, because tonight's State of Play is shaping up to be a good one. We have high hopes for some exciting first-party game announcements, and we're crossing our fingers for at least two new titles. Of course, we'll definitely be seeing Saros and Marvel's Wolverine, but we're also hoping for a surprise from Santa Monica Studio or Bluepoint Games. Our wish is for a flood of new, original games that will remind us why PlayStation has always stood for great games.
Speaking of great games, let's talk about the upcoming Pokémon releases. Sure, Nintendo might be charging for re-releases of Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen, but do we really want them to remake these games again with the graphics of Scarlet and Violet? Personally, I'd rather see a demake of Scarlet and Violet to match the 2D, top-down style of FireRed and LeafGreen. To me, that's the true essence of Pokémon. When it's in 3D, the low-quality graphics and weak open worlds just make it look awkward and unpolished. And let's not forget the huge budget that would be needed to make a 3D Pokémon game truly shine - it's just not something Nintendo seems willing to invest in.
But enough about Pokémon, let's get back to the State of Play. We're hoping for some major announcements and surprises, rather than just rehashing what we already know. And while we're excited for Saros and Marvel's Wolverine, we're also looking forward to a new IP from Bluepoint and maybe even a new Uncharted game from Bend Studio. It's all about the new and exciting for us, and we're hoping Sony doesn't disappoint.
Now, let's address the elephant in the room - GTA 6. Will we finally see something about it at the State of Play? There have been rumors of a marketing deal between Rockstar and Sony, but we've yet to see any evidence of it. Maybe this will be the perfect opportunity for Sony to reveal a PlayStation 5 bundle for the highly anticipated game. We're keeping our fingers crossed for some new footage and a mic drop moment at the end.
And finally, let's talk about Nintendo's plans for emulating DS and 3DS games on the Switch 2. As excited as we are to play these classic games, we can't help but wonder how Nintendo will pull it off. Plugging in a second screen to the bottom of the Switch 2 seems clunky and impractical. Maybe they'll turn the Switch vertically and have both screens showing at once, but that might not be ideal for showcasing the low-resolution graphics. Whatever they decide, we hope they come up with a solution that does justice to the amazing games from these past consoles. After all, they hold a special place in our hearts and we'd hate to see them fade into obscurity.
That's all for now, folks. We hope you enjoy tonight's State of Play and all the exciting announcements it brings. And don't forget to sign up for our newsletter for expert, exclusive gaming analysis every Saturday morning. Happy gaming!
It's finally here, the highly anticipated State of Play showcase happening tonight. As we eagerly await the event, one reader shares their hopes for an official demake of Pokémon Scarlet and Violet. Welcome to the Thursday letters page, where we feature our readers' letters, comments, and opinions. If you'd like to join in on the discussions, feel free to email us at the provided email address.
There's a mind-blowing rumor going around that has us all talking. Sony, known for keeping their first-party games exclusive, might be considering releasing them on other platforms. While they've dabbled in this with a Lego game and a few remasters, the possibility of a brand new God Of War game being available on other consoles is hard to wrap our heads around. The big question on everyone's mind is: why? Why would Sony want to give people less reason to buy their console? We understand that it would bring in more money, but at what cost? It would take away from the uniqueness of the PlayStation and make it no different from a mid-range gaming PC. The Switch 2, on the other hand, remains the only place to buy Nintendo games.
Even if they only release lower profile games on other platforms, it still dilutes the whole point of what PlayStation stands for. Do they really want to become like Xbox? Are they looking at their competitor and wishing they were in their shoes? This move by Sony has not made sense to me in the past, and while I'm hopeful for tonight's State of Play, I can't help but have a bad feeling about it.
I'm really hoping that the State of Play will focus on first-party games and not just random third-party titles. As many have pointed out, this is a chance for Sony to get back to what made the PlayStation 4 so beloved. We're all looking forward to seeing more of Saros, Marvel's Wolverine, and hopefully, at least two new games. I'll settle for a God Of War spin-off, but I have to admit, the idea of a 2.5D Metroidvania doesn't excite me as much.
In the past, PlayStation was known for not only the console but also for its great games. However, in recent years, we haven't seen enough of those exclusive titles. Having only one big exclusive game a year is not enough, especially when there's usually only one or two others announced. We'll have to wait and see what tonight's event brings, but if it's just a bunch of time-wasting fluff, I'll be disappointed.
I'm trying to stay positive about tonight's State of Play, hoping that we'll get plenty of new game announcements. I don't want to sit through 20 minutes of gameplay for titles we already know a lot about. It seems to happen a lot in these showcases. I'm sure we'll see Saros since it's coming out soon, but I won't be upset if there's no sign of Wolverine or Intergalactic. Those are still far off and will probably get their own dedicated showcases. What I'm really hoping for are some new games, like a non-God Of War title from Santa Monica Studio, a new IP from Bluepoint, and maybe a new Uncharted from another developer. My wish is for fresh, new content, and I'm staying positive that we'll see that tonight.
I've been thinking about how Nintendo will handle emulating DS and 3DS games on the rumored Switch 2. It's hard to imagine plugging in a second screen to the bottom of the console without it becoming too big and heavy. Maybe they'll turn the console vertically and have both screens displayed that way, but they'll be pretty small, and it might not look great on a big screen. Another option could be a separate device, similar to the Virtual Boy, but then you're still attaching the Switch 2 to it, making it bulky and unwieldy. Perhaps they'll come up with a streaming solution, but that wouldn't be very portable. It's a tough problem to solve, but I hope they find a good solution because there are so many amazing games on the DS and 3DS that will be forgotten if they don't make them available to play. It's a shame that Nintendo no longer has a dedicated portable console, as those games were always compact and quick to make, resulting in a steady stream of new titles. We definitely don't get that anymore, and it's a loss for fans of those games.
