I'm not satisfied with games this gen

Well I've played a lot of games this gen many great if I can say so, games such as mass effect, dead rising, portal, TOV, MGS4, uncharted and many others have given me a lot of memorable gaming experinces. The problem is that non of the games that are out now this gen have had that special magic you can't really explain it's just there and make those games the best. What I'm talking about is different for every person and as for me I'm talking about games like Re2 and REmake, ZeldaOOT and majora's mask, super mario world, super metroid, Half life 1&2(pc), FF 6&7, and many others that defined my enjoyment of this industry with the years. IMO gaming and developers have become too dependant on graphics or better technology in general that forget how to make a memorable game that has it's own unique approach to gameplay. Whenever a game comes out and has a new feature that seems popular then a lot of developers many with great talent such as naughty dog and bioware copy such feature to their games because that's what people are playing. When GeOW came with the now popular cover mechanic then mass effect and uncharted had to implement it too. This is not new to the game's industry but it's more evident this gen more than ever. Also enphasis on graphics and not gameplay inprovements or techniques is another factor that contributes to this as I mentioned before. Every new game has to be the new graphics king as inspired by gamers of today and developers have been affected by this as well that new games now are graphics first then gameplay(I'm looking at games such as heavenly sword, GeOW, far cry 2, the darkness, LO all great looking games that could have been better in the gameplay department). The opposite of that arguement is SOTC and GTA series which are games that are brilliant in the gameplay deparment(not perfect) and not so much about graphics. Then there are games,that I have seen none this gen, such as zelda oot and the jak series and the half life series and some mario platformers that have both brilliant gameplay and awsome graphics. So what do you people think of the games this generation, discuss please... no fanboy crap please too. This has all been in my opinion of course so I'm sorry if this offends anybody lol

There is no way I am reading that wall of text, but I do agree. They don't make games like they used to. It seems everyone is more worried about graphics, than gameplay. There are a few exceptions like the great folks at Valve, and a handfull of others. Don't get me wrong, I am a big sucker for pretty visuals, but not in place of good gameplay, and story. Something else I miss is long endings. I loved watching a 30 minute ending after playing a game. It made everything worth it. I do not like the current trend of 5 second endings at all.MortalDecay

Well you are just one tough cookie, aren't you?

Well I've played a lot of games this gen many great if I can say so, games such as mass effect, dead rising, portal, TOV, MGS4, uncharted and many others have given me a lot of memorable gaming experinces. The problem is that non of the games that are out now this gen have had that special magic you can't really explain it's just there and make those games the best. What I'm talking about is different for every person and as for me I'm talking about games like Re2 and REmake, ZeldaOOT and majora's mask, super mario world, super metroid, Half life 1&2(pc), FF 6&7, and many others that defined my enjoyment of this industry with the years. IMO gaming and developers have become too dependant on graphics or better technology in general that forget how to make a memorable game that has it's own unique approach to gameplay. Whenever a game comes out and has a new feature that seems popular then a lot of developers many with great talent such as naughty dog and bioware copy such feature to their games because that's what people are playing. When GeOW came with the now popular cover mechanic then mass effect and uncharted had to implement it too. This is not new to the game's industry but it's more evident this gen more than ever. Also enphasis on graphics and not gameplay inprovements or techniques is another factor that contributes to this as I mentioned before. Every new game has to be the new graphics king as inspired by gamers of today and developers have been affected by this as well that new games now are graphics first then gameplay(I'm looking at games such as heavenly sword, GeOW, far cry 2, the darkness, LO all great looking games that could have been better in the gameplay department). The opposite of that arguement is SOTC and GTA series which are games that are brilliant in the gameplay deparment(not perfect) and not so much about graphics. Then there are games,that I have seen none this gen, such as zelda oot and the jak series and the half life series and some mario platformers that have both brilliant gameplay and awsome graphics. So what do you people think of the games this generation, discuss please... no fanboy crap please too. This has all been in my opinion of course so I'm sorry if this offends anybody lol

edo-tensei

First of all organize your post, second of all I agree.

There are many factors that may come into play. Its hard for me to put them into words though.

I think overall there is a lack of creativity and excitement put into game making.

Maybe because its too expensive to try something new. Maybe because the game makers of old were still young and had a lot of ideas to try out, but now they're running out. Maybe because its too expensive for new developers to emerge. Maybe because making games has reached a point where 3D is not new, where developing engaging stories is not revolutionary, etc.

I personally believe that the majority of it surrounds expenses and we might be better off without the level of technology we've achieved. It seems to me that while the tech might get cheaper over time, as games get more sophisticated you have to higher more people and their jobs are more complicated, intense, and specialized.

Well I've played a lot of games this gen many great if I can say so, games such as mass effect, dead rising, portal, TOV, MGS4, uncharted and many others have given me a lot of memorable gaming experinces. The problem is that non of the games that are out now this gen have had that special magic you can't really explain it's just there and make those games the best. What I'm talking about is different for every person and as for me I'm talking about games like Re2 and REmake, ZeldaOOT and majora's mask, super mario world, super metroid, Half life 1&2(pc), FF 6&7, and many others that defined my enjoyment of this industry with the years. IMO gaming and developers have become too dependant on graphics or better technology in general that forget how to make a memorable game that has it's own unique approach to gameplay. Whenever a game comes out and has a new feature that seems popular then a lot of developers many with great talent such as naughty dog and bioware copy such feature to their games because that's what people are playing. When GeOW came with the now popular cover mechanic then mass effect and uncharted had to implement it too. This is not new to the game's industry but it's more evident this gen more than ever. Also enphasis on graphics and not gameplay inprovements or techniques is another factor that contributes to this as I mentioned before. Every new game has to be the new graphics king as inspired by gamers of today and developers have been affected by this as well that new games now are graphics first then gameplay(I'm looking at games such as heavenly sword, GeOW, far cry 2, the darkness, LO all great looking games that could have been better in the gameplay department). The opposite of that arguement is SOTC and GTA series which are games that are brilliant in the gameplay deparment(not perfect) and not so much about graphics. Then there are games,that I have seen none this gen, such as zelda oot and the jak series and the half life series and some mario platformers that have both brilliant gameplay and awsome graphics. So what do you people think of the games this generation, discuss please... no fanboy crap please too. This has all been in my opinion of course so I'm sorry if this offends anybody lol

edo-tensei

its not that. Games of this gen die to quickly. What makes a great game is nothing other then great gameplay, good story and lastly the game lasts longer then five minutes. games of this gen with all the graphics and physics are supposed to be better then the predecessors. And simply they are not! even pong lasts better most games in this gen, I'm not talking about all games but most at least 70%.stike22

The games this Gen die to quick? To you? To me...games this gen last longer than other the previous generation of game. The Current Generation of games has longevity as far as Single player, Co-op Campain, Multiplayer , and Download Content. Yeah last gen games had multiple endings etc too, but stuff like achievements/throphies added to game go past just playing split screen etc. Games are supposed to be better than the predecessor but just as soon as someone tries to take a game in a different direction AGAIN the CRITICS will cry, complain, point and deduct points. lol.

For example..I thought Resident Evil 4 was the best...but gamers would complain about the over the shoulder view when you aim etc. Or that its not scary, Or I dont like that they dont have "zombies". You cant please this gens gamer. You see a game like GTA4 that has a great deal of upgrades and gamers will say...."its not San Andreas". Oh my freaking god.....If it WAS like San Andreas they would complain that its shovelware or something. Just Complain....complain....complain. The game is great, I like the additions. Games this Gen are outstanding. I think....to get a game HD...for 60 dollars that you can play for MONTHS like COD4, thats a Bargain. Not all games are like that.....but your saying that EVERY game last gen was noteworthy? C'mon.

There is no way I am reading that wall of text, but I do agree. MortalDecay

i think this gen, i thought it would be a wow factor in regards to HD Gaming however after looking at so many games when HD Starting and now i dont think there is a wow factor ANYMORE because good looking games don't equal gameplay.

I use to love fifa soccer and pes, now its just got boring, i think the 1st ever fifa was the best of the days.

Well I've played a lot of games this gen many great if I can say so, games such as mass effect, dead rising, portal, TOV, MGS4, uncharted and many others have given me a lot of memorable gaming experinces. The problem is that non of the games that are out now this gen have had that special magic you can't really explain it's just there and make those games the best. What I'm talking about is different for every person and as for me I'm talking about games like Re2 and REmake, ZeldaOOT and majora's mask, super mario world, super metroid, Half life 1&2(pc), FF 6&7, and many others that defined my enjoyment of this industry with the years. IMO gaming and developers have become too dependant on graphics or better technology in general that forget how to make a memorable game that has it's own unique approach to gameplay. Whenever a game comes out and has a new feature that seems popular then a lot of developers many with great talent such as naughty dog and bioware copy such feature to their games because that's what people are playing. When GeOW came with the now popular cover mechanic then mass effect and uncharted had to implement it too. This is not new to the game's industry but it's more evident this gen more than ever. Also enphasis on graphics and not gameplay inprovements or techniques is another factor that contributes to this as I mentioned before. Every new game has to be the new graphics king as inspired by gamers of today and developers have been affected by this as well that new games now are graphics first then gameplay(I'm looking at games such as heavenly sword, GeOW, far cry 2, the darkness, LO all great looking games that could have been better in the gameplay department). The opposite of that arguement is SOTC and GTA series which are games that are brilliant in the gameplay deparment(not perfect) and not so much about graphics. Then there are games,that I have seen none this gen, such as zelda oot and the jak series and the half life series and some mario platformers that have both brilliant gameplay and awsome graphics. So what do you people think of the games this generation, discuss please... no fanboy crap please too. This has all been in my opinion of course so I'm sorry if this offends anybody lol

edo-tensei