Why so much Heavy Rain Hype?

I've been interested in Heavy Rain and Quantic Dream's previous game, Indigo Prophecy. So, why is there SO MUCH hype for Heavy Rain? The story will probably be great but from all the previews the game looks like an interactive cutscreen. The player will obviously not have 100% control over the camera or the character. Doing this allows the developer to bump the graphics up a notch as the game wouldn't need to render much compared to other newer games. So IMO, this game is doing nothing spectacular.

If someone is hyped only for the graphics of this game, means that have understand nothing.

If someone is hyped only for the graphics of this game, means that have understand nothing.

RYU_LancE

The game looks promising. Not just from a technical standpoint, but also at a design standpoint, this game should be really unique.

Someone should be hyped for the mature stand point of this videogame, not for it's graphics (that look really great).

The fact that the game plays with you playing the game in scenes like the one that you'll aim to fail a QTE on purpose in a sword duel betwen Ethan and one of his son, is what ppl must be hyped for.

It's graphics and unique gameplay

What hype ? People are just interested in the game no one is saying "Heavy Rain=goty" or craziness like that

bc they have nothing else to hype.

GOW3 will be a very good game but really it will be GOW2 in HD ( and i couldnt even finish GOW2 even after LOVING the first one )

What hype ? People are just interested in the game no one is saying "Heavy Rain=goty" or craziness like that

EPaul

yea but go to any cow's ps3 2010 list and Heavy Rain is listed there fighting agasint alan wake, halo reach, Mass effect 2, etc

To me its because it is something new to try out, and if this game turns out to completley fail, then eventually someone will get it right and turn it into something amazing.

[QUOTE="EPaul"]

What hype ? People are just interested in the game no one is saying "Heavy Rain=goty" or craziness like that

hreyhreyy

yea but go to any cow's ps3 2010 list and Heavy Rain is listed there fighting agasint alan wake, halo reach, Mass effect 2, etc

I truly think that Heavy Rain can be a heavy weight in this year PS3 catalogue, yes it is different, but isn't what everyone is always looking.

Les see, a videogame made by a company known for pushing boundaries and making great games, fully backed by Sony (a company known for backing innovative and different games), with great graphics and animations hyped for 4 years since "The Casting" was shown as a sign of things to come in the next gen for PS3, and full control over the game's "mature" story with gameplay that merges with the cutscenes.

I wonder why.

[QUOTE="EPaul"]

What hype ? People are just interested in the game no one is saying "Heavy Rain=goty" or craziness like that

hreyhreyy

yea but go to any cow's ps3 2010 list and Heavy Rain is listed there fighting agasint alan wake, halo reach, Mass effect 2, etc

Ok true but it's hype level has reached Halo3/MGSIV/Uncharted 2/MW2 level or even Infamous or Prototye level of hype yet.

Poeple are just looking forward to it

I'm surprised by the interest it has managed to conjure up as well. I guess it was the graphics which made people first take notice, but that's not what I'm seeing the majority talk about any longer. Seems like the yelling done by the "omgtehgrafix" crowd was heard by people who are actually interested in what Quantic Dream is trying to do. So that's great.

With that said, I made an attempt to not read your post as I just knew it was going to contain stupid. But I failed. :(
Basically you're making a bunch of incoherent nonsense up. Why? Who knows.

What hype ? People are just interested in the game no one is saying "Heavy Rain=goty" or craziness like that

EPaul

Really ?

http://www.gamespot.com/pages/forums/show_msgs.php?topic_id=27144049&tag=topics;title

http://www.gamespot.com/pages/forums/show_msgs.php?topic_id=27146111&tag=topics;title

Because its the PS3. Obviously anything being released exclusive on the PS3 will be bigger then the second coming of Jesus.

But seriously, I am really disliking the hype for this game, if it can even be called that. Hell, the lead dev himself said he doesn't consider it a game anymore, and its genre is 'interactive movie'. I buy video game consoles to play video games, not watch movies where I can press a few buttons to interact. Honestly the only thing this game has going for it is its story, which looks really good. Graphics? NO. Just about everything is prerendered. Gameplay? What gameplay?

i willdefinately play this game, but i will rent it instead of buying...i doubt it would have replay value, though this game should be cool.

i almost got by this SONY hype(PS3 exclusives) when i heard this game was short the hype ended for me

Well it hype honestly works the same for all exclusives. Reach, Alan Wake and Natal are super mega hyped, while anything related to Zelda, Metroid or Mario will sell more than hotcakes in a hotcake store run by naked supermodels.

I sometimes wonder how Call of Duty succeeded, than I remember how much more hate it seems to get.

Jeez... People complain when something is hyped up and brings nothing new to the table. This game is really kinda new ( I saw kinda cause it seems like a next gen version of shenmue but haven't yet played so dont know how similar it really is) And people bash it before they can even get their hands on it... I dont get it. Its like you cant do anything these days

Because it brings something unique to the table unlike all the other games coming out next year.

[QUOTE="EPaul"]

What hype ? People are just interested in the game no one is saying "Heavy Rain=goty" or craziness like that

hreyhreyy

yea but go to any cow's ps3 2010 list and Heavy Rain is listed there fighting agasint alan wake, halo reach, Mass effect 2, etc

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[QUOTE="EPaul"]

What hype ? People are just interested in the game no one is saying "Heavy Rain=goty" or craziness like that

Zero_epyon

yea but go to any cow's ps3 2010 list and Heavy Rain is listed there fighting agasint alan wake, halo reach, Mass effect 2, etc

ME2 GOTY material , uh yes

[QUOTE="EPaul"]

What hype ? People are just interested in the game no one is saying "Heavy Rain=goty" or craziness like that

Ultra_Combo

Really ?

http://www.gamespot.com/pages/forums/show_msgs.php?topic_id=27144049&tag=topics;title

http://www.gamespot.com/pages/forums/show_msgs.php?topic_id=27146111&tag=topics;title

I honestly don't understand the hype. Just because it's unique doesn't mean it's going to be amazing. Just look at mirror's edge, assassin's creed 1, or Fable 2. All unique games, all remarkably flawed. If anything people should be wary of this kind of thing, but naturally since it's an exclusive with decent graphics people are going "OMG AAA GOTY" without even understanding anything about the gameplay experience, if you can even call it that in this game's case.

Because its the PS3. Obviously anything being released exclusive on the PS3 will be bigger then the second coming of Jesus.

But seriously, I am really disliking the hype for this game, if it can even be called that. Hell, the lead dev himself said he doesn't consider it a game anymore, and its genre is 'interactive movie'. I buy video game consoles to play video games, not watch movies where I can press a few buttons to interact. Honestly the only thing this game has going for it is its story, which looks really good. Graphics? NO. Just about everything is prerendered. Gameplay? What gameplay?

Longcat2

And why does it bother you that others are interested in the prospect of a well executed mature, emotional story-driven experience?

Because its the PS3. Obviously anything being released exclusive on the PS3 will be bigger then the second coming of Jesus.

But seriously, I am really disliking the hype for this game, if it can even be called that. Hell, the lead dev himself said he doesn't consider it a game anymore, and its genre is 'interactive movie'. I buy video game consoles to play video games, not watch movies where I can press a few buttons to interact. Honestly the only thing this game has going for it is its story, which looks really good. Graphics? NO. Just about everything is prerendered. Gameplay? What gameplay?

Longcat2

I honestly don't understand the hype. Just because it's unique doesn't mean it's going to be amazing. Just look at mirror's edge, assassin's creed 1, or Fable 2. All unique games, all remarkably flawed. If anything people should be wary of this kind of thing, but naturally since it's an exclusive with decent graphics people are going "OMG AAA GOTY" without even understanding anything about the gameplay experience, if you can even call it that in this game's case.

Vaasman

Anyone with a brain would be wary of Heavy Rain as Quantic Dream's previous escapade ended up a trainwreck. But there's nothing wrong with being hopeful. David Cage says he and the team learned some lessons from Fahrenheit, so I'm willing to give him a second chance. There was a lot of promise during the earlier parts of that game. If they manage to build on that Heavy Rain could be truly great.

From what I've seen it's purely people like you who are obsessed with bringing up the graphics all the time, not the ones who give a **** about the game.

For the record I really liked Assassin's Creed and Fable II. Mirror's Edge was a good first try.

[QUOTE="Longcat2"]

Because its the PS3. Obviously anything being released exclusive on the PS3 will be bigger then the second coming of Jesus.

But seriously, I am really disliking the hype for this game, if it can even be called that. Hell, the lead dev himself said he doesn't consider it a game anymore, and its genre is 'interactive movie'. I buy video game consoles to play video games, not watch movies where I can press a few buttons to interact. Honestly the only thing this game has going for it is its story, which looks really good. Graphics? NO. Just about everything is prerendered. Gameplay? What gameplay?

InsaneBasura

And why does it bother you that others are interested in the prospect of a well executed mature, emotional story-driven experience?

You press a button then your character automatically stars moving. You use the control stick to control how fast they go, and press a few buttons along the way to 'interact' , with little to no control over the camera. Yeah, that sounds like mad fun.

What the hell is it with people always resorting to this argument. 'Omg if you don't like this game then you must be some noob who only likes shooting/killing things!!!' My favourite games ever are Super Smash Bros Melee, Super Smash Bros Brawl, Super Mario Sunshineand Banjo Tooie, neither of which involve any slashing or shooting enemies to oblivion.

It bothers me that people are hyping a damn movie to be GAME of the year (you want proof, look through this thread someone already posted proof). I have no quams with the story, like I said it looks excellent. The game's problem is that it severely lacks GAMEPLAY, you know, the most fun element of PLAYING a GAME.

[QUOTE="Vaasman"]

I honestly don't understand the hype. Just because it's unique doesn't mean it's going to be amazing. Just look at mirror's edge, assassin's creed 1, or Fable 2. All unique games, all remarkably flawed. If anything people should be wary of this kind of thing, but naturally since it's an exclusive with decent graphics people are going "OMG AAA GOTY" without even understanding anything about the gameplay experience, if you can even call it that in this game's case.

InsaneBasura

Anyone with a brain would be wary of Heavy Rain as Quantic Dream's previous escapade ended up a trainwreck. But there's nothing wrong with being hopeful. David Cage says he and the team learned some lessons from Fahrenheit, so I'm willing to give him a second chance. There was a lot of promise during the earlier parts of that game. If they manage to build on that Heavy Rain could be truly great.

From what I've seen it's purely people like you who are obsessed with bringing up the graphics all the time, not the ones who give a **** about the game.

For the record I really liked Assassin's Creed and Fable II. Mirror's Edge was a good first try.

And honestly there is nothing wrong with being hopeful. I mean hell for all I know it could be a great game. But being hopeful does not include hyping the game to an astronomical AAA or goty guaranteed, which I've definately seen floating around here. Considering this will never be my cup of tea, I wasn't planning on buying it anyway, I just don't want a hilarious amount of account suicides if the game is reviewed for a less-than-amazing score.

It bothers me that people are hyping a damn movie to be GAME of the year (you want proof, look through this thread someone already posted proof). I have no quams with the story, like I said it looks excellent. The game's problem is that it severely lacks GAMEPLAY, you know, the most fun element of PLAYING a GAME.

Longcat2

I think people that appreciate this kind of game will have plenty of fun. Judging by your favorite games of all time (By the way lol at Brawl. It was complete and utter garbage) you don't seem to appreciate a good storyline as much as other people do.

[QUOTE="Longcat2"]

It bothers me that people are hyping a damn movie to be GAME of the year (you want proof, look through this thread someone already posted proof). I have no quams with the story, like I said it looks excellent. The game's problem is that it severely lacks GAMEPLAY, you know, the most fun element of PLAYING a GAME.

Eggimannd

I think people that appreciate this kind of game will have plenty of fun. Judging by your favorite games of all time (By the way lol at Brawl. It was complete and utter garbage) you don't seem to appreciate a good storyline as much as other people do.

Oh I can appreciate a good storyline. What I can't appreciate is the lack of gameplay, which I've already said. If you argue that story ismore important then gameplay in a video game, then you should stop gaming altogether andgo watchmovies instead. I recommend the Shawshank Redemption.

Oh I can appreciate a good storyline. What I can't appreciate is the lack of gameplay, which I've already said. If you argue that story ismore important then gameplay in a video game, then you should stop gaming altogether andgo watchmovies instead. I recommend the Shawshank Redemption.

Longcat2

Except a movie doesn't let me interact like Heavy Rain will and let me chose what kind of storyline I want which is what you completely fail to understand.

[QUOTE="Longcat2"]

Oh I can appreciate a good storyline. What I can't appreciate is the lack of gameplay, which I've already said. If you argue that story ismore important then gameplay in a video game, then you should stop gaming altogether andgo watchmovies instead. I recommend the Shawshank Redemption.

Eggimannd

Except a movie doesn't let me interact like Heavy Rain will and let me chose what kind of storyline I want which is what you completely fail to understand.

You know, it IS possible to let you do all that WITHOUT limiting the gameplay so much, which is what you fail to understand good sir.

Besides which, video games are supposed to be about having fun, not pretending to be a movie director.

Actually I really liked Assassin's Creed too, but I know a lot of people were put off by it. I loathe Fable 2 though.

And honestly there is nothing wrong with being hopeful. I mean hell for all I know it could be a great game. But being hopeful does not include hyping the game to an astronomical AAA or goty guaranteed, which I've definately seen floating around here. Considering this will never be my cup of tea, I wasn't planning on buying it anyway, I just don't want a hilarious amount of account suicides if the game is reviewed for a less-than-amazing score.

Vaasman

A. Its from the same dude who did indigo prophecy
B. This game is not cancelled halfway unlike indigo prophecy
C. Its a exclusive :P

I'm not hyped at all for it. Indigio Prophecy was unique but wasn't that good. The story was mostly incoherant rambling which made no sense and the second half of the game was terrible. But I don't know this might be good we just have to wait and see.

If someone is hyped only for the graphics of this game, means that have understand nothing.

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[QUOTE="Longcat2"]

Because its the PS3. Obviously anything being released exclusive on the PS3 will be bigger then the second coming of Jesus.

But seriously, I am really disliking the hype for this game, if it can even be called that. Hell, the lead dev himself said he doesn't consider it a game anymore, and its genre is 'interactive movie'. I buy video game consoles to play video games, not watch movies where I can press a few buttons to interact. Honestly the only thing this game has going for it is its story, which looks really good. Graphics? NO. Just about everything is prerendered. Gameplay? What gameplay?

Longcat2

And why does it bother you that others are interested in the prospect of a well executed mature, emotional story-driven experience?

You press a button then your character automatically stars moving. You use the control stick to control how fast they go, and press a few buttons along the way to 'interact' , with little to no control over the camera. Yeah, that sounds like mad fun.

What the hell is it with people always resorting to this argument. 'Omg if you don't like this game then you must be some noob who only likes shooting/killing things!!!' My favourite games ever are Super Smash Bros Melee, Super Smash Bros Brawl, Super Mario Sunshineand Banjo Tooie, neither of which involve any slashing or shooting enemies to oblivion.

It bothers me that people are hyping a damn movie to be GAME of the year (you want proof, look through this thread someone already posted proof). I have no quams with the story, like I said it looks excellent. The game's problem is that it severely lacks GAMEPLAY, you know, the most fun element of PLAYING a GAME.

I wasn't implying anything, merely inquiring, as this truly does mystify me. Your reply has only served to further confuse me. So there is no gameplay because you can't control the camera? I don't think you can control the camera in God of War 3 for instance. If that's incorrect I'm sure there are lots of other examples. Resident Evil for example. Do those games not feature gameplay? Does not compute.

Right. That would explain why you'd have a problem with the game, not the people who are interested in it. For whatever reason you seem to be getting agitated by this game getting attention because it's not your cup of tea. If people want to think it'll the best game ever, so what? Everyone has an ****ole.

Re-reading your post it's possible I may have misinterpreted some parts of it. So you actually believe the character is on rails or what? That you push a button and the person starts moving after which you control the speed like with a dial?

Is it wrong to be interested/excited about a game that brings uniqueness to an industry that is filled with countless FPSs and hack n' slash action titles? Seeing as how this is posted in SW INSTEAD of PS3 forums the fact that it's an exclusive will have the lemmings chiming in with you.

You know, it IS possible to let you do all that WITHOUT limiting the gameplay so much, which is what you fail to understand good sir.

Besides which, video games are supposed to be about having fun, not pretending to be a movie director.

Longcat2

Sure it is. If I wanted that I'd go play Mass Effect. Except Heavy Rain will probably focus a lot more on the story than Mass Effect does.

Look. This is obviously not your kind of game. You want to call it a movie? Go ahead. Doesn't change the fact a lot of people will have FUN playing this GAME unlike what you may think.

What hype ? People are just interested in the game no one is saying "Heavy Rain=goty" or craziness like that

EPaul

Actually, lots of fanboys have been saying that it will revolutionise gaming, be the graphics king, be the game of the generation, and so on.

...with great graphics and animations hyped for 4 years since "The Casting" was shown as a sign of things to come in the next gen for PS3...SPYDER0416

I seem to remember that when The Casting was shown the game was still multiplat. Sony started publishing it later on, so it wasn't really showing off the PS3's technology as such.

Anyway, I think there are many legitimate reasons to hype this game, but I was also really hyped about Indigo Prophecy and that failed to deliver on many of its promises, so...yeah, perhaps people should be a bit more cautious? :/