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5 Reasons Why Backwards Compatibility Is Needed

Life would just be better if game companies included backwards compatibility in their new systems from now on. Here's how it would change the industry.

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TomShoe4673d ago

We have backwards compatability, it's called keeping your old console.

Is it that hard to play PS3 games on your PS3?

iamnsuperman4673d ago

I agree with you because if we want our new consoles to move forward we need to forget about the past. It is like swimming with a bolder attached to you. It would be great but also it becomes a problem when you want systems to evolve.

That being said cloud based services could pave the way for backward compatibility without it hindering development of the system

Cam9774673d ago

We don't "need it" as the article states. Just look at the PS3's launch price, it was through the roof probably because of BC combined with the new technology.

evilhasitsway4673d ago

man you couldn't say it any better im getting tired of the bitch ass whinning about no backward compatability its simple keep ps3 and you are ok. I would have rather not have it so the next gen system can be next gen cause if they were to put in backward bs it would either 1 raise the price to do something I already got a system for or 2 hurt the system in terms of what it can do because they had to put backward bs in it. so yeah fuck backward bs and keep ps3.

Knightofelemia4673d ago (Edited 4673d ago )

I don't miss BC I mean I won't buy a PS4 to play PS3 games. I don't mind downloading the copies from the PSN. And If my PS3 dies I have another one in a box brand new ready to go.

Kingthrash3604673d ago

yeah bc isn't needed. it would be nice but its not needed.....'sides ps4 cloud will bring some over.....but im not buying a ps4 to play ps3 games.

evilhasitsway4673d ago

I don't know why you got disagrees cause its already confirmed that they will hell first one to come is dc universe and im guessing its suppose to be on the store on launch.

Kingthrash3604673d ago

I dunno myself smh. i guess I said ps4 too much.. people are quick to label others as fanboys now days.

Excalibur4673d ago (Edited 4673d ago )

It may not be need in the writer's opinion (and a few comments here) but it's nice to have, why wouldn't you want your console to play as many games as possible?

I don't know about you guys but my entertainment center is nice and neat, I don't want consoles piled up all over the place and I don't want to hook and unhook this connection and that connection just to play a game.

Also do you guys have magic TV's with unlimited HDMI ports and routers with unlimited USB ports?
I know the consoles can be hooked up WIFI but I notice more lag when doing so.

n4rc4673d ago (Edited 4673d ago )

Dumbest. article. ever.

Here's a crazy idea.. Wanna play your old library? Keep your damn console! Besides most people are going to completely abandon current gen games come November and whenever ps4 releases

Backwards compatibility is all but pointless, its certainly not needed

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Playstation Plus Monthly Games for May: EA Sports FC 26, Wuchang: Fallen Feathers, Nine Sols

All available May 5.

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FPSRUSSIA15d ago

What's Point in commenting your basicly closing down the site.

LiViNgLeGaCY15d ago

I'm surprised it's still the old site. I thought he said starting today?

Eonjay14d ago

Its like the final episode of the Sapranos. You gonna go to make a comment and when you click add th-

Profchaos14d ago

Timezone thing maybe.... RIP

darthv7215d ago

Insert the Ferris Bueller end scene... "You're still here? It's over.."

LiViNgLeGaCY15d ago

I think the only game here for me is Nine Sols. Was always interested in that game.

TheColbertinator14d ago

Glad I don't buy FIFA games anymore

Rebel_Scum14d ago

Hey now! Thats a great month.

Nacho_Z14d ago

Good month for me, I wanted that particular footy game and thought it might be due. Anyway who cares, shame about the site I'll miss the comment sections. All the best everyone.

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Naughty Dog Was Reportedly Divided On Joel's Controversial Fate During Development Of TLOU Part 2

Naughty Dog was reportedly divided on the controversial fate of Joel in The Last of Us Part 2 during the game's development.

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SimpleDad15d ago

NO, that can't be... No! I can't... Really?/s

Cacabunga15d ago

They for sure chose the worst way to deal with it

-Foxtrot14d ago

Funny considering Bruce left half way through development and now we get told there was an internal conflict with the story direction.

Makes you think…

HectixRose15d ago

I think it was good decision, if he was still alive, he would have been a mascot just like Kratos, drake and many others. These old dudes gotta die for new characters to take center stage with their own storyline. They keep dragging the emotional baggage into many sequels and eventually the story just turns into absolute shit show.

JEECE15d ago

It was ironic because people complained heavily about the story in the Uncharted games not having sufficient stakes because all the key characters always survived, despite the dangerous situations they were always in. Then ND killed a character in a more serious series and everyone lost their minds. Just shows that people don't always really want the thing they say they want.

CantThinkOfAUsername14d ago

I thought the more common complaint about Uncharted franchise was how the main cast are the good guys acting so nonchalantly while killing hundreds in cold blood (aka the dissonance between gameplay and story cutscenes). They just did it again in Part II.

Soy15d ago

Didn't have to kill him. Just have them part ways or Joel can "retire," whatever.

DarXyde15d ago

I don't think he would necessarily need to become a mascot (and besides, technically, I'd say Ellie is... So regardless, someone was going to be).

From a narrative perspective, I do think it has a similar effect to Ricky dying in Boyz N Da Hood: very likeable character, and you're really motivated to see the get back—in this case, it's more intense because it's an interactive experience. Most people hated Abby, but I get what they were after with portraying the cycle of violence and revenge—unfortunately, the game appears to want to take the side of the bad people.

But I will say that if Joel survived, it does become harder to tell an interesting story. What COULD have happened is an exploration into the rift between Joel and Ellie after the trolley dilemma events of the first game. It could have been interesting to see Abby out for revenge at the same time Ellie hated Joel.

Ashunderfire8615d ago

Sorry just had to say this lol! RICKYYYY!

Man Cuba Gooding Jr was miscast in that movie, but that part was cringey it was sad and funny at the same time man.

Ashunderfire8615d ago (Edited 15d ago )

I understand but the way they went about killing Joel, was poorly executed. Even the show of the Last of Us games tried to improved it, but it was just as bad. Well at least Joel got to know the reason why he had to die, before the death happened in the show. That part gave us the full context, but the game just let it happen with no pay off.

Joel death should have been a midway thing through the story, so we at least get to play him a little more with Ellie. Abby didn’t need to be this Hulk looking woman, but more like the show Abby which is a beater idea in my opinion.

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InUrFoxHole15d ago

The only ND game that was so disappointing to me I couldn't finish it.

pwnmaster300015d ago

Honestly as much as I loved the game, they could have just not killed him off.
I get it creator vision and all but killing a character that made you millions is just wrong imo. At least have him go down fighting.

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Final Fantasy X 25th Anniversary Website Launches With New Nomura Artwork and Merchandise

Square Enix launches Final Fantasy X 25th anniversary site, revealing new Nomura art, books, music releases, and merchandise.

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-Foxtrot15d ago

Look I know VIII has its issues and all that but how on earth can the do big anniversary events with new artwork and merchandise for VII, IX and X yet VIII got sweet f*** all.

They could have given it something during its 25th anniversary yet all it got was a single Happy Anniversary post on their social media.

solideagle15d ago

they should know that we are OG fans of VIII as it sold truckload as well. not as much as VII or X. I personally didn't like IX but X and VI are my personal fav.

Shadow Hearts 2 covenant is another game I love. I hope one day someone can make remake, I would be delighted

Relientk7715d ago

Final Fantasy VIII is great and you are always the first to defend it in the comments