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Shenmue 3: What Is Sony Actually Doing?

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Shenmue 3 got the crowd cheering when the trailer was shown at Sony’s E3 press conference. When it started playing, the crowd went wild. Halfway through the trailer, it was slipped in that Shenmue 3 needed funds through Kickstarter. The crowd fell silent for a few seconds.

Then the trailer ended and the applause resumed, but people still weren’t quite sure what was going on. Shenmue creator Yu Suzuki stepped onto the stage and a countdown appeared on the screen. And when it ended people didn’t quite seem to know what they’d been counting down to.

Of course, we all know by now that the countdown was for the launch of the Kickstarter campaign for Shenmue 3. It was a little awkward to see the E3 presentation, watching Suzuki and the suit tell the crowd they’d only get a sequel to their beloved Shenmue II if they forked over $2 million. Watching the crowd try to comprehend what was happening was even more awkward, because it was so unexpected. It’s just weird to see a company the size of Sony asking for Kickstarter funds.

That wasn’t the only weird thing about the Shenmue 3 reveal. For one thing, $2 million is nowhere near what is needed to create the game. The first Shenmue cost $70 million to develop, to put it into perspective. Over on Reddit, Suzuki held an AMA to talk about the campaign’s stretch goals. He said they really need $10 million for it to “truly have the features of an open world.” He also said that the game has other financial backers, including Sony.

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It’s all a bit strange, isn’t it? Sony has said the $2 million Kickstarter was really more of a way to measure public interest in Shenmue 3 than a serious step towards funding, but something about that doesn’t ring true. There are plenty of ways to measure public interest in something. Most of them don’t involve a huge corporation sucking upwards of $2 million out of the public’s pockets. And having one of the world’s biggest corporations use the world’s biggest gaming stage to announce a campaign on Kickstarter – a site built to allow start-ups to seek funding – seems almost comical.

The decision to launch the campaign at Sony’s E3 conference has, of course, been widely criticised for some very good reasons. Some people worry that the $2 million of Kickstarter funds are just going to Sony, which seems unlikely. What’s more likely is that Sony actually has next to zero confidence in the profitability of Shenmue 3. Of course, that makes their inclusion of its Kickstarter campaign in its E3 press conference pretty strange. Maybe its inclusion was just a result of the bad judgement of some Sony executive.

Not much is known about the precise funding arrangements of Shenmue 3, which Suzuki has said is due to the privacy policies of the various backers. But it would certainly be interesting to know just how much of Shenmue 3’s funding is coming from Sony. It might answer some of the (many) questions about what’s going on.

Rhiannon likes video games and she likes writing, so she decided to combine them. As well as writing about video games, she also belts out the occasional science fiction or fantasy story, edits videos, and eats strawberry oreos. In that order.

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Gran Turismo 7 Update 1.46 introduces an exciting addition to the roster of exclusive cars available in the PS5 and PS4 racing game

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Gran Turismo 7 has just received an exciting update to version 1.46 on both PS5 and PS4. This latest update introduces a unique addition to the game: the Škoda Vision Gran Turismo, a car that you won’t come across in any other game. Škoda makes its debut in the franchise with a visionary study of a single-seater, all-electric racing concept car, designed exclusively for the Polyphony Digital racer.

Once you’ve downloaded update 1.46, you’ll have the opportunity to test drive not one but two additional cars: the AFEELA Prototype 2024 and the iconic Chevrolet Chevelle SS 454 Sport Coupe ’70. Get ready for an exhilarating ride! Watch as they take to the track in the video above.

Additionally, the update introduces a new menu for players to tackle in the GT Café. At Collector Level 38, players have the opportunity to delve into the fascinating world of Ferrari 12-cylinder engines, gaining knowledge and expanding their collection. In World Circuits, players can look forward to exciting new events such as the Japanese Clubman Cup 550, the American FR Challenge 550, and the Vision Gran Turismo Trophy. For all the avid fans of Photo Mode, there’s an exciting opportunity to explore the captivating city of San Diego in a brand new Scape.

What are your thoughts on the latest update for Gran Turismo 7? Feel free to leave your thoughts in the comments section.

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ReFantazio Takes a Different Approach to Romance, Setting Itself Apart from the Persona Games

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Atlus’ highly anticipated RPG, Metaphor: ReFantazio, appears to incorporate familiar systems reminiscent of the developer’s acclaimed Persona series. The game features turn-based battles that heavily rely on exploiting enemy weaknesses. Additionally, players have the ability to summon warrior spirits during combat. However, the most significant aspect of this game, which will be discussed in this article, is the bonding system. Through this system, players can spend time with important characters and gain deeper insights into their personalities and stories.

In contrast to the Persona games, the bonding system ends at that point. Unfortunately, players will be unable to pursue romantic relationships with their beloved waifus, which may come as a disappointment to those who have developed strong feelings for Hulkenberg, the party’s charismatic red-haired elven knight.

According to Siliconera, the absence of romance came up during a recent question and answer session. Atlus emphasized the continued opportunity to develop meaningful relationships with your allies while also introducing additional narratives through substories. In addition, familiarizing yourself with the supporting characters will grant you access to new archetypes, which serve as the game’s character classes.

In the Persona games, romance is not obligatory; rather, it serves as a means to customize your playthrough. However, it is quite unexpected that Metaphor has chosen not to pursue such a venture, considering the significant amount of discussion it typically generates!

Were you anticipating any romantic elements in Metaphor? If you’re not satisfied with your pre-order, feel free to share your thoughts in the comments section below.

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Shift Up unveils the intriguing details behind the physical packaging of Stellar Blade for the PS5

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It appears that many

are eagerly anticipating the launch of the highly anticipated PS5 exclusive, Stellar Blade. Shift Up, the developer, has shared a lengthy video showcasing the “secrets” found in the physical box of the game for PS5. From what we can gather, these secrets include a reversible cover/dust jacket and a download code for cosmetic items.

We must clarify that while we do appreciate the variant cover, it may be more appealing than the game’s standard art. However, it is not something we would typically classify as a “secret.”. However, what’s interesting is that Shift Up has confirmed through the comments section that this will be the case in all regions. Additionally, the visually striking action RPG will remain uncensored worldwide.

It’s refreshing to witness a developer going the extra mile for physical collectors, and it’s evident that the developer is determined to leave a favorable mark in the console realm. Stellar Blade is set to make its highly anticipated debut this Friday, April 26th, exclusively on the PS5.

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