Guerrillas in the Mist
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I would actually be pretty surprised if that happened, for financial reasons more than anything else. I think we're going to see cross-gen games a lot longer than we did last time round.
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Ubisoft: Watch Dogs is leading on next-gen/PC, then being ported to current-gen
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I would actually be pretty surprised if that happened, for financial reasons more than anything else. I think we're going to see cross-gen games a lot longer than we did last time round.
Depending on how many games ship during the launch window, WD could keep its shelf value higher for longer since retailers wont be able to mark down the price 2 weeks after it comes out.
The PC/next gen versions lead and are developed by UbiSoft Montreal, the other versions are ported by other teams. Otherwise there'd be no chance at all that Ubisoft might show both next gen and current gen versions at E3.
I'd like to play this as a PS4 launch title.
The fact that they're conceiving the game as a next gen title, developing it on high end PCs is good news for me in this sense.
Of course it sucks for those interested in the PS3/360/Wii U versions which are probably going to receive a cut-down experience.
The fact that they're conceiving the game as a next gen title, developing it on high end PCs is good news for me in this sense.
Of course it sucks for those interested in the PS3/360/Wii U versions which are probably going to receive a cut-down experience.
FuKuy
Member
I was 100% sure to buy the PC version since the beginning. Probably my current computer can handle well enough, don't need to spend extra money on hardware, yeay!
PC version is the only way. The game has only been demoed on the PC so far, it's been UbiSoft Montreal's main development platform for the full development cycle of that game whereas the PS4/720 will have been created for the most part on non final devkits.
Acquiescence
Member
Treating current gen platforms as an afterthought then. I dread to think how inadequate the game looks and performs compared to the next-gen versions.
Kadayi
Banned
I'm actually quite buoyed by that statement. When I heard the news that the game was coming to the 360 & PS3 I was was quite concerned that Ubisoft were effectively going to gimp the games development in order to run on the antiquated hardware (weakest links in the chain so to speak). This is definitely good news, though you have to wonder how compromised those ports are going to be.
It's the only way to push forward. All developers should make next gen development their priority.
SolidSnakex
Member
Here's an example that Nirolak has posted comparing UBI's last gen port compared to their new engine on current gen platforms
That's Advanced Warfighter on the PS2 and Xbox vs. 360. Obviously it's expected that the 360 version would be a big step up, but PS2 and Xbox were much more capable than those ports show.
Sevket-Erhat
Member
I wonder if PS4 and PS3 version have any difference apart from the quality of the graphics
Acquiescence
Member
Oh I'm not complaining. PS4 version all the way for me, whenever I get the console. After seeing the footage shown so far, I can't settle for anything less.
The_Intruder
Member
Yes I think so, downport from pc is the best thing for the wiiu(it should be a standard than port a ps3/360 version).
Hero of Legend
Member
Fuck yeah! This means that Wii U is either brought down directly from the main versions, or even a ground-up version, this shows that they're taking this very seriously, I just wonder who will take on the PS360 versions?
Very good news about the Wii U version indirectly.
Very good news about the Wii U version indirectly.
You must be fun at parties.
The old E3 demo confirmed that was going to happen. This is how it should be, we're approaching the new generation for the first time in 8 years. The old consoles need to fuck off as soon as possible and quit stifling progress.
Deadly Cyclone
Pride of Iowa State
This is great news. Focus on next gen.
The exact quote is:
"Op dit moment werkt het team hard aan de versie voor de volgende generatie spelcomputers en de PC. Daarna gaan andere teams kijken hoe ze het kunnen brengen op de huidige generatie spelcomputers. Misschien dat we op de E3 de twee verschillende versies kunnen laten zien."
Meaning, word for word:
At this moment the team is working hard on the version for the next gen consoles and PC. After that, other teams will see how they can bring (port) it to current gen consoles. Maybe we'll be able to show the two different versions at E3.
"Op dit moment werkt het team hard aan de versie voor de volgende generatie spelcomputers en de PC. Daarna gaan andere teams kijken hoe ze het kunnen brengen op de huidige generatie spelcomputers. Misschien dat we op de E3 de twee verschillende versies kunnen laten zien."
Meaning, word for word:
At this moment the team is working hard on the version for the next gen consoles and PC. After that, other teams will see how they can bring (port) it to current gen consoles. Maybe we'll be able to show the two different versions at E3.
As far as I know, Ubisoft usually develop their games on PC and then make the platform-specific adjustments later on.
Hero of Legend
Member
So Wii U = next-gen to Ubisoft confirmed?
Yikes.
Oh well. I'm getting it for the PS4 anyways
Where do you see "the three next gen consoles" in there?
Oh well. I'm getting it for the PS4 anyways
Where do you see "the three next gen consoles" in there?
Nostremitus
Member
He's probably refering to a previous statement from Ubi that the Wii U version was already up and running, but they hadn't decided exactly what they were going to do with the touchscreen yet...
Where do you see "the two next gen consoles"?
Also, do you follow the logic?
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http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showthread.php?t=515716
Also, do you follow the logic?
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http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showthread.php?t=515716
gutter_trash
Banned
King Kong in reverse.
seriously, if the Wii U version is confirmed, lol the Ps3 and 360 are a given
seriously, if the Wii U version is confirmed, lol the Ps3 and 360 are a given
Hero of Legend
Member
I'm a boi (Hero and not Heroine would kinda be a clue XD).
And yeah, that's what I was referring to, as the Wii U build is already up and running, that tells us a lot.
Sho_Nuff82
Member
Quietly canceled at E3, then.
Nostremitus
Member
Edited sir. I'm getting it for the Wii U. Considering that the Wii U version is already running, but they couldn't show the PS4 version at the event makes me a little more comfortable with me decision.
If i get a PS4, it'll be after the first revision and they've worked out the kinks. I just don't see how they'll be able to handle the extra heat of doubling the GDDR5 last minute without a complete redisign.
SniperHunter
Banned
awesome news
Lightning Count
Member
Guess this means I'll be buying on PS4.
Cos I can see the current gen version either not being made or being a trainwreck port.
Cos I can see the current gen version either not being made or being a trainwreck port.
flipswitch
Member
Seems like they're leaving everything to the last minute. A bit like your average teenager when it comes to homework.
Ubisoft has always considered the Wii U to be next gen I believe, which is rather ridiculous that we would even have to discuss this. Wii U = next gen.
Chiaroscuro
Member
Plus expect to see Watch Dogs 2, Watch Dogs Brotherhood and what else in the coming years, using the same tech they developed with the initial budget. It is a long term investment, as you said. And a showcase demostration for other games (see, this is what you should expect from a Ubisoft game).
But of course they have to get something from current generation. But I do not expect the ports to be great.
Goldenroad
Member
Amazing that they would just come out and say that. Obviously we all knew the footage we've seen was not running on current gen consoles, but the notion that they haven't even started development on a game that is supposed to be out this holiday is pretty worrying. Oh well, hype level for new consoles just went up another notch.
Hero of Legend
Member
More sad than ridiculous. I always considered Wii U to be next-gen, but devs/pubs, they don't always agree.
So it's a relief when one does, and Ubisoft is a really good one to have around really supporting the system.Criterion is another, shame EA as a whole doesn't think like Criterion.
AppleSmack
Banned
Good. I want the current gen to die the instant the PS4 launches. It will be painful seeing any next-gen/current-gen multiplat released simultaneously cause I know the game was held back from its true potential.
Where do you see it says the 2 next gen consoles?
Watch Dogs New York, Watch Dogs L.A. and Watch Dogs London Zombie Super Edition ...
Nostremitus
Member
Take my money...
Isn't PS4 and Wii U more PC-esque meaning they're easy to port to after creating games on PC? And if rumors for the 720 are true, it's also easy to port.
Meaning we'll see game development be on PC and then ported over. PS3/360 don't have that easy porting so this would make sense why they haven't touched them yet.
Meaning we'll see game development be on PC and then ported over. PS3/360 don't have that easy porting so this would make sense why they haven't touched them yet.
shinobi602
Member
Knew it.