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Why Do Most Launch Games Suck?

Indeed, why? As PS4 launch games are being reviewed one-by-one with scores that dare we say as mediocre to decent, it has been a speculation as to why don't launch game be better than it should have been in the trailers or previews. This article delves on the different factors that affect launch game quality including risk management and time constraints. It seems that we should commend early adopters in taking such a risk once in a while.

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Excalibur4560d ago (Edited 4560d ago )

Because most developers still have the mentality, tools and routine of creating games for the previous Gen.

In other cases games are rushed to meet launch dates and in others they are paid to just create something, anything that can be attached to a systems line up of games because they know competition will be less limited at the start of a consoles life and the user base will be less fractured.

snitch_puck4560d ago

Totally agree with you. But if I had to state my opinion about the new titles for the PS4, I find it lackluster in comparison with what the PS3 had -- not graphics or gameplay-wise but presentation, hype, and diversity-wise. Even now, I find myself envious that Xbox One has some titles that I would love on the PS4.

FACTUAL evidence4559d ago

I see a pic of knack....I can honestly say knack is probably one of the best platformers I've played in the last 5 years. Sometimes it's not all about depth, it's simplicity, and knack shows that it can cater to all age demographics. The art style and graphics are amazing, and the game is simple, fun, and responsive.

Jagsrock4559d ago

@ FACTUAL evidence
Seriously dude?? One of the best platformer in last 5 years? Was the last platformer you played 5 years ago? knack doesnt event crack the top ten.

n4rc4559d ago

They get half way done before they even see a dev kit...

All launch titles are rushed to some degree.. And these cross gen games are even worse

showtimefolks4559d ago

most games are ports from last gen

developers are still getting use to a new system, no matter how developer friendly it gets, it still takes time

people over expect, just because its next gen doesn't mean we will get the best game day one. Games even in 2014 won't be as good as the games that will come in years 4,5,6 etc,

That's why i am glad drive club and watch dogs were delayed. Both publishers knew at best we are looking at good games and by giving them 4-6 extra months we could be getting great games

people who buy consoles at launch do so for potential, people who wait like me are playing awesome games on current gen and buying next gen in 6 months

one positive is that most of the times sports games are mediocre for first few years, but this time around they are pretty good

this launch has been much better than past generations

ricochetmg4559d ago

Ms quit making 360 games about 3 years ago so of course they one has games.For the next five years ps4 will have better exclusives just like the ps3 did.

n4rc4559d ago

thats like saying the wii u was going to sell like hot cakes because the wii did..

unless you can see the future, thats just an assumption

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PSNrandom154559d ago

Imo is not that they suck but that we are going in to the nex gen with huge expecations and really high standards especially after coming from an amazing genreation with the ps3 and xbox.

elmaton984559d ago (Edited 4559d ago )

Even if it was rush, these developers really nailed it with these games (I mean bf4, FIFA 14, killzone and knack look amazing) and it doesn't look like they were lazy I mean, have you play those games on ps4, my god they look fuckkkkeennnggg gorgeous.

CrossingEden4559d ago

Looking gorgeous is not as important as PLAYING well, not being repetitive, glitchy, or just plain boring. Like knack, sure it looks good, but has combat that is as deep as a shallow pond. Same with Killzone, which introduces no new concepts to the fps genre.

elmaton984559d ago

Well to each their own I guess but, have you played ratchet and clank before. Knack is an adventure game with hard mode on it just like r&c was or is and, well, I don't know about you but, to me, great graphics and great gameplay matter a lot, that is why I buy the games I want because otherwise I would be playing minecraft but I just don't like it.

svoulis4559d ago

It's crazy really. I am enjoying every Next Gen game I own. I have no complaints. I guess its all subjective though

e3kehoe4559d ago

Im right there with you..I really think its a persons perspective and expectations.
I an enjoying it all right now. And think the people that were expecting way to much to soon and are let down mostly brought it on themselves

n4rc4559d ago

the hype surrounding it was bound to let many down... it had to.. lol

some were touting the ps4 as the greatest thing ever made that would be absolutely perfect and all its games are 50% better etc etc...

there was no way it could live up to that.. im sure those with realistic expectations, and that arent in the unlucky few with a dud, are having a ball right now..

MidnytRain4559d ago (Edited 4559d ago )

Because companies are more concerned with getting you to buy their hardware. All they need is two or three real games to convince people to drop the cash. The games that people will be playing are largely an afterthought. Also, dat holiday season.

Stringerbell4559d ago

Dreamcast had a killer launch lineup.

AeroWings
AirForce Delta
Blue Stinger
Expendable
Flag to Flag
The House of the Dead 2
Hydro Thunder
Monaco Grand Prix
Mortal Kombat Gold
NFL 2K
NFL Blitz 2000
Pen Pen TriIcelon
Power Stone
Ready 2 Rumble Boxing
Sonic Adventure
Soulcalibur
TNN Motorsports Hardcore Heat
Tokyo Xtreme Racer
TrickStyle

SegaGamer4559d ago

The varity is what made Dreamcast's launch games so great, you have a bit of everything. Nowadays it's just the same old thing.

Stringerbell4558d ago

Definitely. It was also a time where arcades were still popular and being able to play a game like Powerstone or Soul Calibur at home was amazing!

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Assassin's Creed 4: Black Flag Steam Page Update Lists New Features Pointing to Remake Improvements

Steam page update reveals new technical features for Assassin's Creed 4: Black Flag, hinting at a possible remake.

Deeeeznuuuts304d ago

Fingers crossed, does seem like it's almost guaranteed, just wish they'd announce it already, seems like we've been hearing about it forever, I just want be some black flag! 😂

andy85304d ago

As much as I want it, please dont shadow drop it. My poor backlog 🤣

MetroidFREAK21304d ago

I'll only pick it up if Ubisoft gets rid of the internet requirement to install a physical disc. Release the game complete

Chard304d ago

This seems to be referring to updates to the current steam version. If a remake does get announced it will absolutely be sold separately

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Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag Voice Actor Teases A Remake

Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag voice actor Matt Ryan has hinted at the possibility of the game receiving a remake.

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CrimsonWing69314d ago

Love that we just keep replaying games. Next-gen comes along we’ll get Assassin’s Creed Remake REMAKE…

RedDevils314d ago

These days, it's mostly remake and remasters. The only people that make new games are Indie and the Chinese games companies.

SPEAKxTHExTRUTH314d ago

People say they like the old style AC games yet when they made one nobody bought it. I prefer the RPG style AC games better personally so I’ll Skip Black Flag. Never understood why it’s so highly regarded in the first place.

FullmetalRoyale314d ago

Love(d) AC 4. Been replaying it recently, actually. Idk what their price will be for this release, but I can't see spending anything close to full price for it. Maybe years from now when I feel like another playthrough.

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Report: Assassin's Creed Black Flag Remake Will Be More Than a Visual Upgrade, New Systems Mentioned

Assassin's Creed Black Flag Remake looks to be all but confirmed, with some first official details being shared online.

-Foxtrot481d ago

Black Flags is great and all but they really should have remade the first game.

Like I said Black Flags is a fantastic pirate game but it's where, for me anyway, it started to drift away from it's Assassin roots and felt like a new IP they were too scared to do without something attached. It's funny because they could have called this Skull and Bones back then or just "Black Flags and it would have done well enough to start a new IP for them. Sometimes I felt Black Flags was held back in some places because it was attached to AC lore, if it was a new IP it would have been fun to continue Edwards adventures in multiple games as he was a really good characters.

RaidenBlack481d ago

Altair's AC1 deserves more of a reimagining than a straight remake ... The game's got pacing issue and is comparatively barren especially since the parkour ability surprise has worn of.

VenomUK481d ago

I loved Assassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag and so did many millions of other people. Ubisoft intentionally reduced the AC element so it was mostly a pirate game that had the broadest appeal.

Ubisoft should not have wasted time making the online Skull & Bones or this remake - it should’ve just made a new standalone single player pirate game that could become a franchise.

anast481d ago

They are doing this because they just have to reskin Odyssey. The first one would take an actual ground up effort.

RaidenBlack481d ago

Odyssey? But that's totally different structure from the pre-Origins AC palette i.e of AC4 in this case.
That'd mean the AC4 Remake would be more akin to the RPG-ACs, which Black Flag was not and I'd definitely dont want that from the remake.
I am skeptical but am not totally dismissing the ^idea either, coz remakes like FF7 have totally reimagined the base game.
IF that's what they end up doing, then please Ubi, dont remake the other classical ACs. I want more of a modern graphics overhaul with some QoL changes, like the MGS Delta or RE4, than total reimagining.

anast481d ago (Edited 481d ago )

They are going to repurpose Odyssey's water environments, islands, and a big part of the animations from the naval stuff.

I don't think they will do a FF7, it's not how they operate. But if they do, I'm with you. I would love to see those games too.

vTuro24480d ago

I had fun with the first game and I loved the setting, but holy shit was it repetitive. I'd be down for a remake but only if they seriously adress that part of the game.

Chard480d ago

I agree to the extent that I want a pirate game uninterrupted by periodic visits to the modern day. Hopefully the remake fixes that

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Knightofelemia481d ago

I like Black Flag but I also liked Rogue too bad it's not a two for one deal.

RaidenBlack481d ago (Edited 481d ago )

Wish they remade ACII before Black Flag ... or even re-imagined AC1

RaidenBlack481d ago

ACII >>> AC4. ~ Its the best 'AC' game. Black Flag was a good pirate game, Odyssey is a good mythological RPG game. But are not better 'AC' game.

ReidoN7481d ago

I never put anywhere near enough into Black Flag when it first launched.

Looking forward to giving it another go when the remake launches.

blackblades481d ago

They milking the F outta this franchise

Profchaos481d ago

It's the only thing keeping the lights on at ubi well AC and siege ofcourse.

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