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Do multiplatform games review higher on PS4?

Numerous multiplatform games have a higher resolution on PS4 (full HD 1080p) than Xbox One (720-900p). While the difference cannot be disputed, whether or not this inequality matters is a source of contention and controversy. The contention is so widespread that it has been named resolution-gate. Some will strongly argue that the difference in resolution is negligible, others disagree fervidly. Regardless, resolution-gate has led to the common belief that multiplatform games are better on PS4 than Xbox One.

If this is the case, then multiplatform games should receive higher review scores on PS4. To test this hypothesis metacritic scores for all 97 multiplatform games were collected and analysed.

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DarkOcelet4105d ago

I believe it depends more on the performance of the game. For instance FFXIII performed better on PS3 than on X360 therefore it got better reviews.

Jason_Plays_PC4105d ago

If you look at metacritic sometimes a ps4 multiplat may review lower on ps4 due to having around 25 more critic reviews on the same game. And then you may see a higher PC score of the multiplat from having even lower amount of critic reviews.

DarkOcelet4105d ago

Yes, and that too. Not all reviewers that reviewed the product on a certain platform even bother in reviewing it on another.

StanLee4105d ago

Exactly. The only way to determine if one scores higher than the other is if the same reviewer reviewed both and score one higher than the other. The article is misleading.

Foehammer4105d ago

There is a questionable assumption in this comparison.

That being the perception of single platform reviewers.

Specifically, a PS4 reviewer could be more critical of a 3rd per adventure game as he is accustomed to highly rated games like TLOU or UC. This could lead to a lower reviewed score for a multiplatform 3rd person adventure game, based on his perspective.

Similarly, the highest rated racing games this gen (FH2, Forza 5), and FPS (TitanFall), set the bar higher for an X1 reviewer when looking at multiplatform racers and FPS. This could lead to lower scores, from him, for Racers and FPS, just dude to his experience and perspective.

Similarly, a disappointing AAA exclusive could lead to higher rated reviews of similar genre multiplatform games.

DarkOcelet4105d ago

Well, that's one way of looking at it.

But i don't think their experiences and perspectives of other games should interfere with his review.

A reviewer should review his product with the experience he had with it.

Rimeskeem4105d ago

A game should never be scored based off another game unless us a sequel or prequel. The game review should be based off of the game itself.

Hellsvacancy4105d ago

0.71, wow, that was really worth reading

Fro_xoxo4105d ago (Edited 4105d ago )

How low must one stoop to justify a system?

by your logic, points should be dropped on PS4 since it's not as capable as a gaming laptop. Heck, that is where a difference actually lies. That PC > Console difference.

Look how hard you try to find advantages between consoles.

Writing an article based on .71 difference in ratings lol

. . I thought reviews didn't matter anymore?

GribbleGrunger4105d ago (Edited 4105d ago )

They should, yes, but they don't. For some reason lots of sites now just have a generic review for both consoles and don't actually mention the performance differences. Lots of things have changed from last generation and I sit here scratching my head trying to understand what's different ...

DarkOcelet4105d ago

It seems for some reason. The reviewers thought that resolution doesn't matter anymore this gen.

I honestly never thought that this should be a debate last gen but its weird that once the PS4 has an edge, they suddenly decided to stop that debate lol.

Fro_xoxo4105d ago (Edited 4105d ago )

Last-gen, There were many sub-HD (below 720p) games on PS3. More than on X360. PS3 was also touted as 'more powerful' then too, 'cause cell processor. ^_^.

There aren't any sub-HD games on the current-gen. Games are all HD (720p and up).

We already have Eurogamer doing tech analysis for MICROSCOPIC differences. That you and I would never be able to tell without them. .

fanboys just wanna be able to thump their chests over something, anything.

If the differences were significant enough, they would be reported. E.g. game breaking bug, crashes etc. . Those are worth deducting points for.

@DarkOcelet

It didn't stop me from enjoying my PS3 too. That's all I had last-gen.

DarkOcelet4105d ago (Edited 4105d ago )

But this never affect the fun when i play a game. Hell, i used to play PC games on 800x600 in the past lol and had tons of fun.

Roccetarius4105d ago

The difference being that you played 800x600 games in the past and we're in the future now. Review scores don't all depend on graphics to review well, but actually having game mechanics and such to compliment it.

If we stuck to 800x600, what would be the point in upgrading hardware?

qwerty6764105d ago

the example he uses is ridiculous.

.71 lol really?

although while games are performing better on ps4 most multiplat games continue to look pretty much the same, so the differences shouldnt really matter.

early on there was but now that devs are getting used to the hardware and all the xb1 sdk updates, all multiplat game will look identical with only minuscule differences.

firelogic4105d ago

So while the XB1 SDK keeps updating to perform better, the PS4 SDK will remain stagnant? And while devs are getting used to the XB1 hardware, those same devs are already at 100% familiarity with the PS4 hardware?

The gap will never close unless devs get lazy and cater to the LCD.

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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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FPSRUSSIA33d ago

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

LiViNgLeGaCY33d ago

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

Eonjay33d ago

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

Profchaos33d ago

Timezone thing maybe.... RIP

darthv7233d ago

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

LiViNgLeGaCY33d ago

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

TheColbertinator33d ago

Glad I don't buy FIFA games anymore

Rebel_Scum33d ago

Hey now! Thats a great month.

Nacho_Z33d 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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SimpleDad34d ago

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

Cacabunga34d ago

They for sure chose the worst way to deal with it

-Foxtrot33d 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…

HectixRose34d 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.

JEECE34d 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.

CantThinkOfAUsername33d 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.

Soy34d ago

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

DarXyde34d 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.

Ashunderfire8633d 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.

Ashunderfire8633d ago (Edited 33d 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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InUrFoxHole34d ago

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

pwnmaster300034d 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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-Foxtrot34d 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.

solideagle34d 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

Relientk7734d ago

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