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Does story matter for gamers?

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Over the last few years we have seen many popular FPS franchises slowly, and in some cases quickly, deviate away from one of the most interesting aspects of any video game, its narrative. But why is that? Why are so many developers and publishers willing to sacrifice such a significant portion of their content?

Well, the unfortunate truth is that a large number of gamers don’t care about a story. And as a result, games such as Titanfall, Evolve, Rainbow Six Siege and Star Wars: Battlefront are devoid of a traditional campaign. Now, that’s not to say that no one cares about a story, for that would be a lie. But, with so many game corporations eager to cut costs at every corner it’s no surprise that they’re willing to use gamers’ lack of interest to their advantage. And as we’ve seen before, many corporations are more than willing to sacrifice the quality of any one product solely for financial gain.

And that bothers me. I don’t like the idea of an opportunistic, passionless bean counter calling the shots. I don’t like having people in a position of power solely because they crave it and wish to use it for their own benefit. Granted, greed and power-hungry behavior are common characteristics among suits, but it’s gotten to the point where it has dramatically altered our in-game experience.

Now, don’t get me wrong, for I understand how expensive it is to produce this type of content, but make no mistake, this is a capitalist society. And in this society many are taught that it`s okay to take advantage of others, simply because they can. Simply put, you, as a consumer, are paying far too much, for far too little.

You see, this whole pay more for less crap wouldn’t be a problem if the products that these corporations sold were appropriately priced, but they’re not. Granted, many gamers could argue that the worth of any one game is subjective, which is true, but remember, the goal of any monopolistic corporation is to make the most amount of money, for the least amount of effort.

With that said, what are your thoughts? What are your opinions? Do you think it’s okay to strip away a story-based game mode in an effort to cut costs? Or do you care about a story mode at all? Let us know below.

With a Creative Writing degree in one hand and an endless curiosity in the other, Andy dabbles in many creative fields. He's published blog posts, articles, hotel copy, fiction, and poetry professionally. Currently he dwells in Austin, TX, with his brilliant and understanding fiancee, Kim.

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Joker’s Free Suicide Squad DLC on PS5

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There hasn’t been much buzz surrounding Suicide Squad since its release in February. Warner Bros. was let down by the game’s underwhelming sales, but they remained committed to turning their live service vision into a reality. An exciting new DLC update has been released, introducing The Crown Prince of Crime to the game.

As the game’s first live season begins, players will have the chance to take on Green Lantern and, in the end, unlock The Joker as a playable character. Which Joker are you referring to? This is quite intricate. Furthermore, players can look forward to the inclusion of a Battle Pass, a variety of new shop items available for purchase, exciting Incursions and Strongholds to partake in, as well as an expanded selection of Infamy Sets and Notorious Gear to amass.

What are your thoughts on this? Does the allure of The Joker entice you to return to Suicide Squad, or have you remained a loyal fan all along? We value your feedback and would love to hear your thoughts in the comments section below.

 

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Documentary Explores the Making of the Highly Praised Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth for PS5

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Square Enix has launched a captivating documentary series that explores the intricate process behind the creation of the highly praised Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth. In the first episode, titled “Shaping the World,” the developer delves into the process of reimagining the expansive PS1 map of the original game into a vast sandbox for the PS5. The film includes personal stories shared by directors Naoki Hamaguchi and Tetsuya Nomura, as well as other important members of the team.

This reimagining of the all-time PlayStation classic was truly enjoyable. In our review, we praised Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth for its ability to enhance the already impressive combat system of Remake. The game truly shines in its portrayal of an iconic RPG setting. If you have a deep appreciation for the original PS1 game and found enjoyment in Remake, then Rebirth’s character-focused adventure will surely captivate you from start to finish.

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Gran Turismo 7 for the PS5 and PS4 shows continuous improvement

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While Sony may not classify Gran Turismo 7 as a live-service game, the team at Polyphony Digital certainly approaches it with a similar mindset. The game continues to impress with every new update, and although v1.44 may be smaller compared to previous versions, it still manages to enhance the already extensive content of this simulation racer.

The update, now available worldwide, introduces three new cars: the Audi R8 Coupé V10 Plus ’16, the Lamborghini Urus ’18, and the Toyota GT-One (TS020) ’99. Furthermore, it introduces three fresh events to World Circuits, an extra menu to conquer in the GT Café single-player campaign, and a collection of livery stickers inspired by the upcoming Highspeed Étoile anime, set to debut next week in Japan.

If you’re not already acquainted with Highspeed Étoile, you can watch a trailer right here. “Sony has announced that a collection of 26 stickers, consisting of 8 title logos and 18 main character stickers, will be made available for a limited time,” stated Sony on the PS Blog. In addition, Fukushima will be included as a backdrop in the title’s beloved photography mode.

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