What is this generations defining game?

In 10 years when we look back at gaming and the industry has moved on and become something different from what it is today, what will be the defining game that this generation offered....

It may not be your favorite game

It may not be the game with the best graphics

It may not be the game with the most recognizalbe character...

What say you to the game that will be remembered for its "wow" factor and timeless mystique, its ability to tap into the best that this generation has offered.

As of now:

For Cows: Uncharted 2

For Lems: Halo (What else??)

For SW: Crysis

As of now:

For Cows: Uncharted 2

For Lems: Halo (What else??)

For SW: Crysis

GreenGoblin2099

Pretty much this, but the game that defined the 360 for me this gen was Gears.

But all this really boils down to is preference.

Mass Effect 1 and 2. Uncharted is fairly forgettable, imo.

*Braces flame shield* Uncharted 2 instantly comes to mind. IppoTenma

See Im gonna go with a very unpopular choice and while I loved the game it is no where near one of my favorites... Cod 4 Modern Warfare. Call me crazy but I think its a game that will forever be talked about built upon and stapled in this generation of gaming.

PS3: Uncharted 2 or Demon's Souls

360: Gears of War

Wii: Don't care

Super Mario Galaxy!

*Runs away*

Mass Effect 1 and 2. Uncharted is fairly forgettable, imo.

SgtKevali

Super Mario Galaxy!

*Runs away*

LegatoSkyheart

Oh no you don't!! :evil:

*chases Legato*

The only one that really springs to mind as being remembered far into the future is Heavy Rain; it's done things very few have done before, it's basically an interactive movie and the graphics are almost unsurpassed. I wouldn't be surprised if there's a truckload of copycat games next gen.

Super Mario Galaxy!

*Runs away*

LegatoSkyheart

Why running when you know it is the truth.

Heavy Rain. I don't care if I'm not a gamer, my first playthrough had me more immersed than any other game I've played this gen. The fact that this has been one of the few truly successful forays into this kind of storytelling hasme excited to see what the future for the genre brings.

The only one that really springs to mind as being remembered far into the future is Heavy Rain; it's done things very few have done before, it's basically an interactive movie and the graphics are almost unsurpassed. I wouldn't be surprised if there's a truckload of copycat games next gen.

pengo93

Uncharted 2 for me because I feel that it's the game that really represents what this gen of games is capable of pulling off. Developers see the effort that went into producing an amazing like that and now they are designing their games more carefully in order to pull off that cinematic experience, incredible polish, and hook the player.

[QUOTE="LegatoSkyheart"]

Super Mario Galaxy!

*Runs away*

madsnakehhh

Why running when you know it is the truth.

This generation as in now not 1986

Super Mario Galaxy

Best 3D platformer to date

Near flawless motion controls - it set the bar, and hasn't been broken yet

And on top of that it's the highest rated game this gen.

[QUOTE="madsnakehhh"]

[QUOTE="LegatoSkyheart"]

Super Mario Galaxy!

*Runs away*

Respawn-d

Why running when you know it is the truth.

This generation as in now not 1986

Yeah i know, is amazing how a concept born in 1986 still amaze everyone more than 20 years later, thanks man, you totally remind me of why SMG is THE BEST game this gen:D

Super Mario Galaxy so far.

[QUOTE="madsnakehhh"]

[QUOTE="LegatoSkyheart"]

Super Mario Galaxy!

*Runs away*

Respawn-d

Why running when you know it is the truth.

This generation as in now not 1986

This Generation as in Wii, 360, and PS3.

Therefore Super Mario Galaxy which is in 60 Frames Per Second and has one of the best visuals (which will probably be Timeless) of any game thus far IS NEXT GEN and was not possible in 1986 except for Super Mario Bros. Which is still today one of the best games of all time.

I'd go with either Uncharted 2 or MGS4. Hate to be cliche but its probably true

[QUOTE="pengo93"]

The only one that really springs to mind as being remembered far into the future is Heavy Rain; it's done things very few have done before, it's basically an interactive movie and the graphics are almost unsurpassed. I wouldn't be surprised if there's a truckload of copycat games next gen.

dkdk999

It doesn't matter if it's great or not, it's incredibly unique in a world where games are grouped as shooters, puzzle platformer, etc. My point is that it could have spawned an entirely new genre of games just when we thought they were all taken. Doom was unique at the height of it's days until copycat games came out, now they're all over the place.

MGS4.

Uncharted 2. Perfect gameplay, story, graphics, presentation. + over 25 perfect reviews

[QUOTE="Respawn-d"]

[QUOTE="madsnakehhh"]

Why running when you know it is the truth.

LegatoSkyheart

This generation as in now not 1986

This Generation as in Wii, 360, and PS3.

Therefore Super Mario Galaxy which is in 60 Frames Per Second and has one of the best visuals (which will probably be Timeless) of any game thus far IS NEXT GEN and was not possible in 1986 except for Super Mario Bros. Which is still today one of the best games of all time.

Back in the day we saved the princess and we **** well liked it.

Wii Sports. Seriously.

Super Mario Galaxy so far.

Bigboi500

No, it's still Mario collecting stars, just like every other Mario game. The first Mario was timeless, the 18th or whatever this one is, will most likely be forgotton until they remake it. (You know they will)

When I think about the current gen only SMG and U2 come to mind.

[QUOTE="Bigboi500"]

Super Mario Galaxy so far.

pengo93

No, it's still Mario collecting stars, just like every other Mario game. The first Mario was timeless, the 18th or whatever this one is, will most likely be forgotton until they remake it. (You know they will)

Is so obvious you haven't played the game if you think that is only another collecting star game, is like saying Uncharted 2 is just another game with guns.

I dare you to find a game with the concept of SMG so well realized, and with such a magnificent level design.

[QUOTE="pengo93"]

The only one that really springs to mind as being remembered far into the future is Heavy Rain; it's done things very few have done before, it's basically an interactive movie and the graphics are almost unsurpassed. I wouldn't be surprised if there's a truckload of copycat games next gen.

dkdk999

In a way,HR almost revoltionized games for me. Games have really turned toward a more story driven experience over the course of the past gen, Metal Gear Solid 4 and Uncharted 2 show this, but then Heavy Rain came a long and just pushed it to a new level. There's no doubt in my mind that Heavy Rain just planted a timebob for a genre, set to go off around the start of the next gen, and I'm really excited to see where it goes.

Anyway, You should definitely rent the game at a friend who has a PS3's house and kick it over there so you can at least play it.

Actually the defining game this generation is probably MW2. ;)

[QUOTE="pengo93"]

[QUOTE="Bigboi500"]

Super Mario Galaxy so far.

madsnakehhh

No, it's still Mario collecting stars, just like every other Mario game. The first Mario was timeless, the 18th or whatever this one is, will most likely be forgotton until they remake it. (You know they will)

Is so obvious you haven't played the game if you think that is only another collecting star game, is like saying Uncharted 2 is just another game with guns.

I dare you to find a game with the concept of SMG so well realized, and with such a magnificent level design.

I believe it's called Super Mario 64. And by the way I have played it. SM64 was waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaay better. SMG hasn't really done anything to change gaming history, it's just another platformer. Sure a good looking one, but it's still a platformer.

Super Mario Galaxy

Best 3D platformer to date

Near flawless motion controls - it set the bar, and hasn't been broken yet

And on top of that it's the highest rated game this gen.

treedoor

See Im gonna go with a very unpopular choice and while I loved the game it is no where near one of my favorites... Cod 4 Modern Warfare. Call me crazy but I think its a game that will forever be talked about built upon and stapled in this generation of gaming.

TheEroica

I agree, although I can see why some people are saying the games they're saying.

most of the PS3 exclusives are pretty defining.Ballad_of_Trey

Prepare to be butchered by PC, 360 and Nintendo fanboys...

[QUOTE="madsnakehhh"]

[QUOTE="pengo93"]

No, it's still Mario collecting stars, just like every other Mario game. The first Mario was timeless, the 18th or whatever this one is, will most likely be forgotton until they remake it. (You know they will)

pengo93

Is so obvious you haven't played the game if you think that is only another collecting star game, is like saying Uncharted 2 is just another game with guns.

I dare you to find a game with the concept of SMG so well realized, and with such a magnificent level design.

I believe it's called Super Mario 64. And by the way I have played it. SM64 was waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaay better. SMG hasn't really done anything to change gaming history, it's just another platformer. Sure a good looking one, but it's still a platformer.

:lol: As much as i love SM64, the level design is not nearly as amazing as SMG (sure, is a 1996 game), still, i'm not talking about how it looks, sorry, but you haven't played it if you believe is just another platform game, you may like it or not, but when SMG put some of the best levels ever in a videogame you have to recognize that will leave a huge mark in gaming history as how creativity and not visuals can make a timeless classic.

[QUOTE="pengo93"]

[QUOTE="Bigboi500"]

Super Mario Galaxy so far.

madsnakehhh

No, it's still Mario collecting stars, just like every other Mario game. The first Mario was timeless, the 18th or whatever this one is, will most likely be forgotton until they remake it. (You know they will)

Is so obvious you haven't played the game if you think that is only another collecting star game, is like saying Uncharted 2 is just another game with guns.

I dare you to find a game with the concept of SMG so well realized, and with such a magnificent level design.

Your right its collecting stars while running around little worlds trying to save the princess.

As of now:

For Cows: Uncharted 2

For Lems: Halo (What else??)

For SW: Crysis

GreenGoblin2099

[QUOTE="madsnakehhh"]

[QUOTE="pengo93"]

No, it's still Mario collecting stars, just like every other Mario game. The first Mario was timeless, the 18th or whatever this one is, will most likely be forgotton until they remake it. (You know they will)

Respawn-d

Is so obvious you haven't played the game if you think that is only another collecting star game, is like saying Uncharted 2 is just another game with guns.

I dare you to find a game with the concept of SMG so well realized, and with such a magnificent level design.

Your right its collecting stars while running around little worlds trying to save the princess.

[QUOTE="Respawn-d"]

[QUOTE="madsnakehhh"]

Is so obvious you haven't played the game if you think that is only another collecting star game, is like saying Uncharted 2 is just another game with guns.

I dare you to find a game with the concept of SMG so well realized, and with such a magnificent level design.

IppoTenma

Your right its collecting stars while running around little worlds trying to save the princess.

no, its not :|

[QUOTE="pengo93"]

[QUOTE="madsnakehhh"]

Is so obvious you haven't played the game if you think that is only another collecting star game, is like saying Uncharted 2 is just another game with guns.

I dare you to find a game with the concept of SMG so well realized, and with such a magnificent level design.

madsnakehhh

I believe it's called Super Mario 64. And by the way I have played it. SM64 was waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaay better. SMG hasn't really done anything to change gaming history, it's just another platformer. Sure a good looking one, but it's still a platformer.

:lol: As much as i love SM64, the level design is not nearly as amazing as SMG (sure, is a 1996 game), still, i'm not talking about how it looks, sorry, but you haven't played it if you believe is just another platform game, you may like it or not, but when SMG put some of the best levels ever in a videogame you have to recognize that will leave a huge mark in gaming history as how creativity and not visuals can make a timeless classic.

In the words of MEGamers "Mario Galaxy is one of the games you will talking about in 20 years, saying 'yes I played that one on my Wii'."

[QUOTE="madsnakehhh"]

[QUOTE="pengo93"]

No, it's still Mario collecting stars, just like every other Mario game. The first Mario was timeless, the 18th or whatever this one is, will most likely be forgotton until they remake it. (You know they will)

Respawn-d

Is so obvious you haven't played the game if you think that is only another collecting star game, is like saying Uncharted 2 is just another game with guns.

I dare you to find a game with the concept of SMG so well realized, and with such a magnificent level design.

Your right its collecting stars while running around little worlds trying to save the princess.

Didn't answer my question

Just saying.