I'll link you guys in a second. Essentially, the game is docked points because it's compared to console shooters. Of course, Resident Evil Revelations got an 8.5 because it wasn't subject to these double standards. :roll:
I don't see what the problem in the review is? She compared this Killzone game to previous Killzone games in the series. This is not something 3DS games are exempt from (see also: Super Mario 3D Land, New Super Mario Bros. 2, and Mario Kart 7 reviews). Moreover, the 'full console experience in your pocket' is how the Vita is billed. It is not how the 3DS has ever been billed. The score seems low, admittedly, since the game looks great, but eh. lolGamespotscores.
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Demonjoe93
Yep, as did 90% of Killzone Mercenary, Uncharted Golden Abyss, and other big budget Vita titles' reviews do. It's a pathetic double standard that I found a wildly intelligent and amusing post on in GameFaqs, especially when using examples like Resident Evil Revelations on the 3DS where no comparisons exist.
Wait, did she really compare it to console shooters?Â
Demonjoe93
I don't see the big deal, the the Vita has more or less every control input the consoles do, the graphics are great, why NOT compare them? I don't want to play a shooter that's mechanically as sound as a PS1 game (not saying that about Killzone, just sayin') regardless of whether or not it's on a handheld. There's a certain level of spectacle you shouldn't expect from the handhelds but it's perfectly reasonable to expect them to have the mechanics nailed down.
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bobbetybob
I don't see the big deal, the the Vita has more or less every control input the consoles do, the graphics are great, why NOT compare them? I don't want to play a shooter that's mechanically as sound as a PS1 game (not saying that about Killzone, just sayin') regardless of whether or not it's on a handheld. There's a certain level of spectacle you shouldn't expect from the handhelds but it's perfectly reasonable to expect them to have the mechanics nailed down.The mechanics are all there. Fundamentally and structurally, this is Killzone with a good use of the touchscreen and many of the series' past staples. Hell, I find it funnier she didn't comment on the campaign's length; that would be an issue worth complaining about
Lame. The game is a 8.5-9 to me. It's the best shooter I've played on any handheld so far. I tried nova on iOS and quickly deleted it. I'm ashamed I bought such crap like that.
Lame. The game is a 8.5-9 to me. It's the best shooter I've played on any handheld so far. I tried nova on iOS and quickly deleted it. I'm ashamed I bought such crap like that.Ghost120x
The story is absurd; one character's development follows the most cliche arc imaginable, as she goes from peace envoy to the sort of cartoonish, megalomaniacal villain who shouts things like "Innocent lives are the price of peace!"GS
You lied to us, Blabs... it's clear the game got points docked for a highly offensive portrayal of women, they aren't allowed to be villains!
[quote="GS"]The story is absurd; one character's development follows the most cliche arc imaginable, as she goes from peace envoy to the sort of cartoonish, megalomaniacal villain who shouts things like "Innocent lives are the price of peace!"Rocker6
You lied to us, Blabs... it's clear the game got points docked for a highly offensive portrayal of women, they aren't allowed to be villains!
And here I was thinking a strong female villain was Petit's view of pushing forward gaming
[quote="GS"]The story is absurd; one character's development follows the most cliche arc imaginable, as she goes from peace envoy to the sort of cartoonish, megalomaniacal villain who shouts things like "Innocent lives are the price of peace!"Blabadon
You lied to us, Blabs... it's clear the game got points docked for a highly offensive portrayal of women, they aren't allowed to be villains!
And here I was thinking a strong female villain was Petit's view of pushing forward gaming
No, no, NO!
We need strong, independent and non-sexualized female protagonists, can't have evil women in games all of a sudden, they don't exist!
[quote="GS"]The story is absurd; one character's development follows the most cliche arc imaginable, as she goes from peace envoy to the sort of cartoonish, megalomaniacal villain who shouts things like "Innocent lives are the price of peace!"Rocker6
You lied to us, Blabs... it's clear the game got points docked for a highly offensive portrayal of women, they aren't allowed to be villains!
Another great entry into one of the best shooter franchises around. It's amazing to see how far Guerilla has come over the year. Now they are pumping out multiple quality titles in the same year!
I think Carolyn is fun to listen to on the podcast until the LGBT stuff comes up. Her and Tom (I love Vita and Indies) should not be allowed to touch AAA (big budget) reviews because they struggle to keep personal opinion/agenda out of journalism. Carolyn reviewing GTA V is the stupidest thing I have seen all year. That's like Tom reviewing Crysis 3. This site is struggling to speak to its viewer base. At some point journalism and opinion need to be separate. Otherwise Gamespot will just turn into Fox News.
Not that I'm playing it for the story, but if she can't write a review without a pretty major spoiler in it, that says a lot more about her competence than any personal opinions she expresses.
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Demonjoe93
It's $40
It's the Vita
Yes, I would expect the game to be on the same level as the console shooters. We have $7 games on the iOS and android app store which are almost console equivalent in production values and gameplay these days.
Essentially, the game is docked points because it's compared to console shooters. Blabadon
Gaems don' start @ 10 and get pointz dockt ho hum.Â
Game looks beautiful on the Vita screen and played a lot better than I thought it would in the beta. There are other games I plan to purchase but if I see a sale I may jump on this.Â
The problem here isn't woman. You fellows depend on IGN 9.5 amazing like it's oxigen. When a real reviewer with some standards comes along such as Carolyn Petit you throw baby bitch fits for no 9.5 amazing and come up with whatever bullshit reason you can to dismiss reality. Grow up please.
[QUOTE="charizard1605"]I don't see what the problem in the review is? She compared this Killzone game to previous Killzone games in the series. This is not something 3DS games are exempt from (see also: Super Mario 3D Land, New Super Mario Bros. 2, and Mario Kart 7 reviews). Moreover, the 'full console experience in your pocket' is how the Vita is billed. It is not how the 3DS has ever been billed. The score seems low, admittedly, since the game looks great, but eh. lolGamespotscores. Great post Char... Nailed it.
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JangoWuzHere
It's $40
It's the Vita
Yes, I would expect the game to be on the same level as the console shooters. We have $7 games on the iOS and android app store which are almost console equivalent in production values and gameplay these days.
I would only expect that if system and games were the same price. Phone games while providing a good bang for the buck. Don't interest me without dedicated controls which can provide a better experience.
[QUOTE="Blabadon"]I'll link you guys in a second. Essentially, the game is docked points because it's compared to console shooters. Of course, Resident Evil Revelations got an 8.5 because it wasn't subject to these double standards. :roll: Did she review Revelations?
It's a game being judged against other games. It being the "best shooter on a handheld" doesn't mean it deserves an automatic 10. That's idiotic beyond comprehension. Being the "best shooter on a handheld" doesn't mean much if the game still falls flat.Â
Lame. The game is a 8.5-9 to me. It's the best shooter I've played on any handheld so far. I tried nova on iOS and quickly deleted it. I'm ashamed I bought such crap like that.Ghost120x
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