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Three Games That Defined the Generation

Player 2 asked it's writers to come up with three games that defined this current generation of gaming for them personally. This edition sees their editor, Matt Hewson, pick some unexpected titles.

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morganfell1981d ago (Edited 1981d ago )

Seriously? Control defines the generation? An absolutely absurd and laughable deduction. It belongs on the list...nowhere. PUBG, the game that really ignited an entire genre...not mentioned. God of War, a landmark achievement. Not on the list. What about the rise of the arena shooter? Nope.

Instead we have a writer that recently became enamored with a mediocre shooter and suddenly it’s leading the pack. The writer’s initial remarks make it clear that objectivity and a serious analytical evaluation are not part of this article.

edeprez1981d ago

Agreed. Control is a good game, but is in no way defining this generation. Oh well, it's only one man's opinion.

LordoftheCritics1980d ago

My personal 3. Each a definition.

BOTW
The Witcher 3
Overwatch

Sonic-and-Crash1980d ago (Edited 1980d ago )

writer probably has no clue from gaming , just wannabe cult ," different" or smthing to attract attention ...none of the games mentioned is generation defining .

3 games that defined generation imo
Bloodborne-Sekiro(these 2 go together)
Zelda BOtW
Death Stranding or Horizon (2 best openworld adventures) or Mario Odyssey (the best platformer yet) (choose between the last 3 whatever you want)

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SpamnJam1981d ago

uh oh look out everyone, the gatekeeper has spoken.

Did you read the article? I mean it was pretty clear why the writer thought it deserved to be there. It probably wouldn't be on my list but then, this isn't my list. Slow your roll dude, an opinion piece is exactly that an opinion and to me it was pretty well explained that these aren't the best games of the generation but the ones that mean the most to the author. So you know breathe...

morganfell1981d ago (Edited 1981d ago )

I did read it. So no it doesn’t justify a list for us. The article is a glorified Instagram page. He might as well have taken a picture of his dinner and shared it.

@below,

Nothing like me me me. Why do we need to know what you liked? The days when game media served the audience are long gone. And I’ll do me. After all that is what you did with this piece. You did yourself...publicly. And don’t stick it out there if you are afraid of having it whacked off.

neutralgamer19921981d ago

SpamnJam

When you write a piece and submit it for public reading than you open yourself up for disagreements

Control isn't even a TOP 10 game this generation

Levii_921980d ago

@neutralgamer1992 Control isn't even a TOP 50 game IMO.

Hewso1981d ago

Hi, I am the writer and let me explain what I thought was plainly obvious by the tone of the article. These are games that personally defined the generation for me. Games that I will remember long after it is over. These are not the "best" games of the generation, nor are they in any way some sort of definitive list. These are games that struck a chord with me. But hey if you want to go off about what is, a fun collection of someone's experiences you do you.

Hewso1981d ago

Righto @morganfell, I am not afraid, frankly couldn't care less, I thought I might provide some perspective. But clearly that has just made you dig in further. As for who wants to read it. Well, we have a dedicated audience and frankly we do quite well as far as readers go so you know, I guess some people do want to read our stuff. As this is the first of many of these articles, one from a range of different writers, well I am sure there is at least one person you agree with, but in the meantime, you may want to consider that you aren't in fact gaming's ruling body and your opinion means the same to me as mine does to you. Cheer up buddy, you are just as unimportant as I am.

HarryMasonHerpderp1980d ago (Edited 1980d ago )

I understand why certain comments have pissed you off on here but you don't need to explain yourself. Most of us understand what an opinion piece is. Just keep doing what you're doing.

NeoGamer2321981d ago

What defined this generation to me was the endless remasters. I called this generation the recycled generation...

morganfell1980d ago

Its not just that Control isn't a good game.

The writer claims they were asked to pick the 3 games defined a generation. Asked by himself? Regardless he tells you that he loved Control, recounts some things that mattered, but fails in any way shape or form to explain and support how and why the game defined an entire generation composed of hundreds of thousands of titles. Simply bad journalism that is more concerned with what some person wants and likes in their self serving bubble world.

TheProfessional1980d ago (Edited 1980d ago )

You're 100 percent right. It's ridiculous to include a mediocre game that sold poorly on a top 3 list of games that "defined" the generation. Defined it for who? This one writer? Especially when he couldn't even be bothered to explain WHY a huge letdown like Control should be on any "best of" list when it failed commercially and underwhelmed critically.

Remedy has lost it. First Quantum Break, now Control. They're becoming the next Rare where everything great they've done is from the last generation of consoles/PC.

Sophisticated_Chap1980d ago

Good call on PUBG. It might have left people's minds over the last 1 - 2 years, but it did have a huge influence on the direction of shooter games for sure.

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EmperorDalek1981d ago

"Hey look at me! I'm different!"

SpamnJam1981d ago

Rar Rar I am @morganfell and I speak for everyone ever. Hear my words for they are truth.

Good on ya mate.

Gamerking821981d ago (Edited 1981d ago )

Control really ?, I mean it was an average game at best. But hey who am I too judge . I mean ask anyone under 15 and fortnight will be the game of the gen . My opinion though is The Witcher 3 is this gens shining star .

DFresh1981d ago

For me I would say the following.
1.) Ghost of Tsushima is the new standard for open world games.
2.) PUBG started the battle royale genre craze this gen.
3.) Overwatch set the stage for hero style multiplayer games.
In my opinion.

Zhipp1981d ago

I agree with all your points except #1. I think BOTW set a new standard for open world games. We haven't yet seen much of an impact form others following the particular things that game did right, though.

ThereGoThatManQ1977d ago

BOTW is a very big world with not shite to do in it

King_Noctis1980d ago

“ Ghost of Tsushima is the new standard for open world games”

What kind of standard did it set? Honest question.

DFresh1980d ago (Edited 1980d ago )

Graphically for an open world it set the standard.
Developers sometimes have to sacrifice detail in open world games but Sucker Punch went the extra mile to do the little details.
No short cuts taken.
Setting the standard for visuals.
Seriously look up the intro to the game (YouTube) and see for yourself.

LordoftheCritics1980d ago (Edited 1980d ago )

Tsushima is far from the standard. Its quite average and maybe even below average in terms of open world.

King_Noctis1980d ago (Edited 1980d ago )

"Graphically for an open world it set the standard."

Graphic-wise, in my opinion Red Dead Redemption 2 is far better looking than GoT in many areas such as texture and foliage. GoT is great, don't get me wrong, but it clearly didn't set benchmark in that regard, at least not in the version that I'm playing anyway.

mandingo1980d ago

Wow you really think GoTsushima is a new standard for open world games? Anyway, Witcher 3, God of War, Horizon Zero Dawn, Cuphead/ori.

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Report: New Trademark for "Control: Resonant" Unearthed, Ahead of TGA

New evidence suggests a Control reveal is imminent. A trademark discovery ahead of The Game Awards hints at big news for Remedy's franchise.

Storm2349d ago

Control was really good. There was a ton of backtracking and running through the building from one end to the other a ton of times, but otherwise I loved it. Can't wait to see the sequel.

medman48d ago

Yeah it was awesome....looking forward to this reveal

REDGUM49d ago

I really enjoyed Control though without the mini map i found myself lost and or unsure of what to do too often and gave in on the game about 30% in.
Ive just re-downloaded it with the latest update with the enhanced graphics but unaure I'll dig back into it agaith with my current backlog.
Looking forward to seeing whats next from Remedy though.

toxic-inferno48d ago

I know exactly what you mean. I've played the game through twice and have had the same issue both times.

What I found on my latest playthrough was that the best way to navigate is to use the physical signs in-game as well as the map.

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How the Remedy Connected Universe does the multiverse right

ScribbleCat said: Media is certainly no stranger to connecting all their properties together. Comic books have been doing this for generations, and TV is also known for special crossover episodes, which confirm the notion that they take place in the same fictional world. Video games, which can be barely called a new medium at this point, also have some interesting overlaps with connecting different games. For example, Valve’s Portal and Half-Life show how subtle hints can give players more theories to chew on. Old classics like DOOM and Wolfenstein also share similarities. But my favorite connection between games is the Remedy Connected Universe. While only a connection between Alan Wake and Control have been confirmed, there is SO much more to explore with Remedy’s crazy take on this old formula. And, according to Sam Lake, this is only the beginning.

SimpleSlave208d ago

They really should release the full Quantum Break experience on the PS5. Sure, it's a middle-of-the-road third-person shooter and a perfect example of self-indulgence, but why not? It was fun in short burst and it completes the Remedy set until Max Payne 1+2 Remakes get released later on.

Do it, Microsawft. Don't be cowards.

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Control 2 Confirmed As Action RPG; First Game Receiving Free 2025 Update

Control 2 will shift to an action RPG, Remedy confirms. The first game is set to receive a free update in early 2025, unlocking previously released content.

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RaidenBlack423d ago

eh?
They better not mess much with the Max Payne Remake(s)

Yui_Suzumiya423d ago

Yeah but this was announced before the Max Payne Remake after all

LucasRuinedChildhood422d ago (Edited 422d ago )

What does "unlocking some previously released content" actually mean though? I would imagine it should be "previously unreleased content". Bit odd.

DaReapa422d ago

Right. Especially since the Ultimate Edition supposedly contained everything.

raWfodog423d ago

I only played about an hour of Control when I added it to my library back when it was one of the PS+ ‘free’ games. I’ll start it over again after the early 2025 update is dropped. I keep hearing that it’s a good game.

jznrpg422d ago

You can make that statement for any game. It’s called gameplay loop. Not everyone is going to enjoy the same loops but all games are repetitive by nature

RedDevils422d ago

Agree it was very boring game. Could not get into it. Remember me the game I played on PS3 is still better than this.

Chocoburger423d ago

These days "RPG" translates to constantly grinding for experience points, wasting time upgrading gear, and repeatedly collecting resources off the ground.

Please don't be an Ubishit style filler game.

Yui_Suzumiya423d ago

Hopefully it'll be more like Mass Effect

Amplitude422d ago (Edited 422d ago )

Remedy doesn't really make mistakes. It'll be good, I'm sure.

Inverno423d ago

So in other words it's an action game needlessly fluffed out with RPG mechanics and a pointless leveling system. I really enjoy RPGs when they're actually RPGs but modern action games really tire me out when they shoehorn in mechanics they don't need. All this does is make a 20 hour game into a 40 hour game because missions become locked behind level requirements, and enemies become damage sponges. It's not fun, it's tedious.

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