GavinUK86
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Rise of the Tomb Raider Crystal Dynamics FAQ - Confirms timed exclusive for XB1/360
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What does exclusive to Xbox mean?
It means that Rise of the Tomb Raider is coming Holiday 2015 exclusively on Xbox One and Xbox 360.
Does the exclusive to Xbox have a duration? Is it timed? How long is the duration? Can we expect a PlayStation 4 or PC release in the future?
Yes, our deal with Microsoft has a duration. We arent discussing details of the deal, and are focused on delivering a great game on Xbox One and Xbox 360.
Did Crystal Dynamics know about this deal?
Yes, Crystal Dynamics is excited to be partnering with Microsoft to make the best game possible. As Darrell mentioned in his message, we have a long history with Microsoft and they have been a very strong supporter of the franchise. They will help us grow and nurture the Tomb Raider franchise more than ever before.
Were the fans considered when making this decision? Are Crystal Dynamics and Square Enix aware of the franchise history with PlayStation and on PC?
Of course. We did not make this decision lightly. Our goal is to build the best game that we possibly can, and our relationship with Microsoft will help us realize our vision for the game.
Why didnt Microsoft, Square Enix or Crystal Dynamics say upfront it was a timed exclusive? Why all the indirect language?
We certainly didnt intend to cause any confusion with the announcement. The Microsoft Gamescom stage was a great place to make the initial announcement, but not necessarily to go into details
It means that Rise of the Tomb Raider is coming Holiday 2015 exclusively on Xbox One and Xbox 360.
Does the exclusive to Xbox have a duration? Is it timed? How long is the duration? Can we expect a PlayStation 4 or PC release in the future?
Yes, our deal with Microsoft has a duration. We arent discussing details of the deal, and are focused on delivering a great game on Xbox One and Xbox 360.
Did Crystal Dynamics know about this deal?
Yes, Crystal Dynamics is excited to be partnering with Microsoft to make the best game possible. As Darrell mentioned in his message, we have a long history with Microsoft and they have been a very strong supporter of the franchise. They will help us grow and nurture the Tomb Raider franchise more than ever before.
Were the fans considered when making this decision? Are Crystal Dynamics and Square Enix aware of the franchise history with PlayStation and on PC?
Of course. We did not make this decision lightly. Our goal is to build the best game that we possibly can, and our relationship with Microsoft will help us realize our vision for the game.
Why didnt Microsoft, Square Enix or Crystal Dynamics say upfront it was a timed exclusive? Why all the indirect language?
We certainly didnt intend to cause any confusion with the announcement. The Microsoft Gamescom stage was a great place to make the initial announcement, but not necessarily to go into details
El-Pistolero
Member
Oh! Better after a second reading...
Well, damn. All clear now.
Shpeshal Nick
aka Collingwood
Still doesn't say what the other platforms in the future will be.
dynamitejim
Member
Wait, this game is cross-gen?
If the duration is longer than a year might as well not release the other versions.
This too.
This too.
Yes.
jediyoshi
Member
$$$ fat staxx $$$
Savantcore
Unconfirmed Member
I love the fan loyalty response.
"Yes, we are well aware that well over half of our fanbase comes from PlayStation and PC. We look forward to releasing it on Xbox."
"Yes, we are well aware that well over half of our fanbase comes from PlayStation and PC. We look forward to releasing it on Xbox."
Shpeshal Nick
aka Collingwood
Microsoft still might have paid a touch extra to not have it come out on PS4 and PS3.
Ever heard of Windows?
Altered Juice
Member
are you concerned about a pc release?
birthbysleep
Member
Microsoft had to have payed more than the projected sales from PS3/4 and PC for this deal to be worth it. Must have been a hefty sum.
Nightengale
Member
The fact that Playstation isn't refuted in the answer should be fairly obvious.
Muppet of a Man
Member
Q: We're the fans considered?
A: of course not. Who doesn't like hats full of money?
A: of course not. Who doesn't like hats full of money?
Cross gen baby.
Linearskillz
Member
ArkhamFantasy
Member
Wait, this is a cross gen game? Microsoft's messaging is amazingly confusing
*Edit*Beaten....with the exact same words....
*Edit*Beaten....with the exact same words....
Rogue_Ledr
Banned
What a load of crap. Twice as many people bought this game on PS4 as on XB1. IF the fans were considered, this deal wouldn't have happened. They should just be honest and say it was the money.
I'm not angry. I own XB1 and they have a right to go for profit, but don't lie to me.
GavinUK86
Member
Well I think it's pretty obvious.
Giolon
Member
BS. What they looked at is the bottom line - they think they can make more money doing it this way. Public companies don't care about fans, they care about Quarters.
gigantor21
Member
This is not untrue. They've done advertising deals for the last three games with them.
Of course those were specifically advertising deals.
Shpeshal Nick
aka Collingwood
No concern. I have an Xbox One and a PS4. I'll just grab it on Xbox. But depending on what I'm playing at the time, it might be worth waiting for a complete edition on PS4. Even if it's a year because it will most likely be cheaper too.
fixed
Zombie James
Banned
A cross-gen game in 2016. That's almost as bad as the timed exclusivity.
Pie and Beans
Look for me on the local news, I'll be the guy arrested for trying to burn down a Nintendo exec's house.
Making an Xbox 360 version for the very end of 2015 is absolutely ridiculous. Making one while also signing a "wont appear on market leading platform until is old news" deal makes it even insaner.
Really? Mmm odd in UK I always saw PS3 ads for games
Nightengale
Member
Specifics of the deal involve us using shady,unclear and purposefully obfuscating language, but we can't tell you that because the deal prevents us from going into specifics.
Dictator93
Member
The xbox will be 10 years old in 2006 right? LOL
Zombie James
Banned
That was one of the first things that popped in my head. If MS is using this as ammunition against Uncharted, a cross-gen game isn't going to do shit.
They most likely are not allowed to say. I don't remember any timed exclusive announcing other platforms.
BeforeU
Oft hope is born when all is forlorn.
Nothing we didn't know. Am I right guys? Timed exclusive yes and release on unknown platform after the duration. But one would assume it will come to PS3 and 4. Unless it sells crazy numbers and Microsoft sees potential and plans to buy off the franchise. But chances for that are slim to none.
Yeah. I remember Amazon listings just after E3 also mentioning PS3 and 360 releases. Although that was likely an assumption.
I do wonder if PS3 will get it when it releases on PS/PC in 2016. I think it'll be a GotY edition on PS4/PC/XB1/360 only occurrence.
That is an absolute load full of BS and they know it.
I just get the gut feeling that they paid pretty close to what they pay Activision for timed exclusive DLC. I just don't feel that Microsoft went extra bonkers with the money for this one.