Why no MMORPGs?

I understand in the past consoles were not capable of handling the processing required for MMO games.  But now with the PS3 there is NO excuses on why not to have a MMO.  Why on earth is there no motivation for developers to create MMOs for the next gen consoles?!?!  They should jump on that given WoW's success and the fact that there is TONS of console gamers out there.

Can someone shed some light? 

Bleh, just leave the darn things on PC. Who needs em...

I'd hate to see them start invading my favorite franchises. I remember hearing rumors that GTA IV would be MMO, and it scared the hell out of me.

Bleh, just leave the darn things on PC. Who needs em...

I'd hate to see them start invading my favorite franchises. I remember hearing rumors that GTA IV would be MMO, and it scared the hell out of me.

The_Pig_Hostage

just because you personally don't like them, does not mean they should not exists.  And another thing, if they ever do "invade" your console... It's simple, just don't buy them.  2+2=? 

[QUOTE="The_Pig_Hostage"]

Bleh, just leave the darn things on PC. Who needs em...

I'd hate to see them start invading my favorite franchises. I remember hearing rumors that GTA IV would be MMO, and it scared the hell out of me.

ArmoJan

just because you personally don't like them, does not mean they should not exists. And another thing, if they ever do "invade" your console... It's simple, just don't buy them. 2+2=?

I didn't say "invade my console", I said "invade my favorite franchises". Yeah, I'd not buy them, but it would suck to not be able to enjoy my once-favorite games. All I'm saying is that I hope the MMO craze doesn't overtake traditional gameplay on consoles, and when I hear people suggesting that this-or-that (like GTA) might go MMO, it frightens me. I know that's not what you're saying, but that's just my rant, sorry...

[QUOTE="ArmoJan"][QUOTE="The_Pig_Hostage"]

Bleh, just leave the darn things on PC. Who needs em...

I'd hate to see them start invading my favorite franchises. I remember hearing rumors that GTA IV would be MMO, and it scared the hell out of me.

The_Pig_Hostage

just because you personally don't like them, does not mean they should not exists. And another thing, if they ever do "invade" your console... It's simple, just don't buy them. 2+2=?

I didn't say "invade my console", I said "invade my favorite franchises". Yeah, I'd not buy them, but it would suck to not be able to enjoy my once-favorite games. All I'm saying is that I hope the MMO craze doesn't overtake traditional gameplay on consoles, and when I hear people suggesting that this-or-that (like GTA) might go MMO, it frightens me. I know that's not what you're saying, but that's just my rant, sorry...

fact is, a MMO or two would not effect your gaming life. There would still be traditional games out. I highly doubt the gaming industry would take a dramatic change if oned MMO was released. Thats the beauty about having an expanded title library. As for GTA going MMO, don't worry. There would have already been official word on it, especially this late in it's development.

on the other hand... Doesn't it get tiring playing with yourself (no pun intended) lol. 

Why no MMORPGs?ArmoJan

[QUOTE="ArmoJan"] Why no MMORPGs?Ivan5

one can say that about video games in general..

Any other flames? 

[QUOTE="The_Pig_Hostage"][QUOTE="ArmoJan"][QUOTE="The_Pig_Hostage"]

Bleh, just leave the darn things on PC. Who needs em...

I'd hate to see them start invading my favorite franchises. I remember hearing rumors that GTA IV would be MMO, and it scared the hell out of me.

ArmoJan

just because you personally don't like them, does not mean they should not exists. And another thing, if they ever do "invade" your console... It's simple, just don't buy them. 2+2=?

I didn't say "invade my console", I said "invade my favorite franchises". Yeah, I'd not buy them, but it would suck to not be able to enjoy my once-favorite games. All I'm saying is that I hope the MMO craze doesn't overtake traditional gameplay on consoles, and when I hear people suggesting that this-or-that (like GTA) might go MMO, it frightens me. I know that's not what you're saying, but that's just my rant, sorry...

fact is, a MMO or two would not effect your gaming life. There would still be traditional games out. I highly doubt the gaming industry would take a dramatic change if oned MMO was released. Thats the beauty about having an expanded title library. As for GTA going MMO, don't worry. There would have already been official word on it, especially this late in it's development.

on the other hand... Doesn't it get tiring playing with yourself (no pun intended) lol.

Probably true. But with the increasing drive towards online gaming, sometimes I worry that MMOs will eventually begin to overshadow traditional gaming. Not next year, or five years from now, but gradually. It might be hard to imagine at the moment, but this is what new technologies tend to do - just look at what 3D did to 2D gaming (and frankly, I'm still smarting from that loss). But I'll stop ranting now, since this isn't really relevant to your thread topic. :P

As for playing "with myself" - there ARE such things as traditional multiplayer games, you know. Mario Party, not World of Warcraft, is my idea of multiplayer fun.

with the increasing drive towards online gaming, sometimes I worry that MMOs will eventually begin to overshadow traditional gaming. Not next year, or five years from now, but gradually.

The_Pig_Hostage

Nah, MMOs are something entirely of it's own. The gaming industry would crash if they all just went with MMO games and had no other variety. You as an example, not everyone likes MMOs. Therefore there will still be variety.  When it all comes down to this discussion, it is nothing more than who likes MMO games and who does not.

[QUOTE="Ivan5"][QUOTE="ArmoJan"] Why no MMORPGs?ArmoJan

one can say that about video games in general..

Any other flames? 

[QUOTE="The_Pig_Hostage"]

with the increasing drive towards online gaming, sometimes I worry that MMOs will eventually begin to overshadow traditional gaming. Not next year, or five years from now, but gradually.

ArmoJan

Nah, MMOs are something entirely of it's own. The gaming industry would crash if they all just went with MMO games and had no other variety. You as an example, not everyone likes MMOs. Therefore there will still be variety.

Well the same could have been said about 3D before it wiped 2D off the face of the Earth. But yeah, you're probably right. I'm just an alarmist lol.

i dont know...maybe because nobody wants to make games for the ps3?cupNoodles

that is true for the most part. :? 

try this on for size...justin_06

Now that sounds like FUN. 

 MMO/RPG Ever Quest is coming to PS3 sometime, dont know when, but I heard it's in the works.....

 Why cant we all just NOT get along?!

there are a few on the way actually for the PS3. one called "the agency" and another one based on the DC Comics universe. it's unnamed at the moment though. you can look them up if you like.

so...maybe you should change the name of your thread to "Why no MMORPGs YET?" lol.

I understand in the past consoles were not capable of handling the processing required for MMO games. But now with the PS3 there is NO excuses on why not to have a MMO. Why on earth is there no motivation for developers to create MMOs for the next gen consoles?!?! They should jump on that given WoW's success and the fact that there is TONS of console gamers out there.

 

Can someone shed some light?

ArmoJan

I'm with ya on this one. I completely agree that the PS3 could handle MMORPGs fairly well. I couldn't see myself playing a MMO with just the PS3 controller. Need the functionality of a keyboard and mouse... you could buy these for your PS3 but then why not just play on the PC same difference. All I know is I can't play MMOs any longer.... after being at the mercy of Everquest for 5 years... to them move on to EQ2 and then WoW... I can't play these games casually so I think its best for me if I stay away all together :|

I understand in the past consoles were not capable of handling the processing required for MMO games.  But now with the PS3 there is NO excuses on why not to have a MMO.  Why on earth is there no motivation for developers to create MMOs for the next gen consoles?!?!  They should jump on that given WoW's success and the fact that there is TONS of console gamers out there.

 

Can someone shed some light? 

ArmoJan

Because Sony wants to give us the best gift of all: a life. A BIG pass on MMO from me and I don't care about it's success, stick with PC.

From a business perspective, we need an MMO to boost sales and establish a stronger PSN community.

But to make you happy there is DC universe exclusive to the PS3, guess what that is.

will,, there is already FFXI, yes it's a ps2 and old game but it's an MMORPG

and SE did say that they are working on a next gen MMORPG, maybe they'll reveal something in E3, but i think it's too early for that

[QUOTE="The_Pig_Hostage"]

Bleh, just leave the darn things on PC. Who needs em...

I'd hate to see them start invading my favorite franchises. I remember hearing rumors that GTA IV would be MMO, and it scared the hell out of me.

ArmoJan

just because you personally don't like them, does not mean they should not exists. And another thing, if they ever do "invade" your console... It's simple, just don't buy them. 2+2=?

2+2 = 5 

I understand in the past consoles were not capable of handling the processing required for MMO games. But now with the PS3 there is NO excuses on why not to have a MMO. Why on earth is there no motivation for developers to create MMOs for the next gen consoles?!?! They should jump on that given WoW's success and the fact that there is TONS of console gamers out there.

 

Can someone shed some light?

ArmoJan

they are coming lol they announced atleast 2 that i know of and SE is working on a new one 

I understand in the past consoles were not capable of handling the processing required for MMO games. But now with the PS3 there is NO excuses on why not to have a MMO. Why on earth is there no motivation for developers to create MMOs for the next gen consoles?!?! They should jump on that given WoW's success and the fact that there is TONS of console gamers out there.

 

Can someone shed some light?

ArmoJan

MMO existed on the last gen consoles. Everquest and FFXI where some of them. 

[QUOTE="ArmoJan"][QUOTE="The_Pig_Hostage"]

Bleh, just leave the darn things on PC. Who needs em...

I'd hate to see them start invading my favorite franchises. I remember hearing rumors that GTA IV would be MMO, and it scared the hell out of me.

trav_have

just because you personally don't like them, does not mean they should not exists. And another thing, if they ever do "invade" your console... It's simple, just don't buy them. 2+2=?

2+2 = 5

Wrong. 2+2 = Guitar Shredding Unicorn