That's exactly how I felt in the beta.
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Star Wars: Battlefront | Review Thread | A disturbance in the force
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That's exactly how I felt in the beta.
UnforgivenTwin
Member
It doesn't matter if it's Star Wars. If the game has no content to keep it going there is no point in paying full price.That's what we (PlayStation LifeStyle) are doing. We are missing out on a significant amount of traffic, but it's the right thing to do, I think.
We attended the review event, and was given a copy of the final PS4 retail build. Unfortunately, there was not enough players to even try Walker Assault, which is the game's bread and butter mode, right? Pushing it out once we get to play it how people will actually experience it.
On another note: I get the "lack of content" complaints, but man! Are you guys forgetting that this is the first FUN Star Wars game in a looooong while? Also, not sure about other sites, but a 7-8 score is a damn good one in my eyes. I enjoyed games that rated way lower.
I mean, to be fair, from my experience with the game is that it plays and has the features of a game from 1997 except with amazing graphics and sound, but a third of the content
what i'm saying is that it feels like the scores are appropriate. it's hard for me, personally, to not be disappointed with a clear lack of improvement within the genre standards themselves, especially after all this time. I love the buddy system, but even then, squads are not a new concept
what i'm saying is that it feels like the scores are appropriate. it's hard for me, personally, to not be disappointed with a clear lack of improvement within the genre standards themselves, especially after all this time. I love the buddy system, but even then, squads are not a new concept
OdysseusVA
Banned
I'd like to update my score to 1/5 due to the technical issues. This is a review in progress, so scores may continue to change.
Pls have the OP reflect that.
I'm pretty sure the only reason this game matters at all is because it's Star Wars.
Ninja Sharingan
Banned
With how harsh reviews have been this gen compared to previous, using the full ten scale. I would have gone with a six out of ten myself. Super repetitive after a few matches. Worth it when I can pick it up for 15 to 20 quid down the line
Katzenjammer
Member
I'm getting strong Splatoon-release vibes from this thread, but without the promise of free DLC.
LightofRohan
Member
Such a weird game to look at reviews for. I just bought it cause I loved the beta and love star wars.
How long do I have to be vader!
How long do I have to be vader!
Blackleg-sanji1
Banned
1/5..what kind of review scale do you use
UnforgivenTwin
Member
That's exactly the kind of audience EA wants is blind fans who will buy it just because it says Star Wars on the box.
ShutterMunster
Junior Member
That's what we (PlayStation LifeStyle) are doing. We are missing out on a significant amount of traffic, but it's the right thing to do, I think.
We attended the review event, and was given a copy of the final PS4 retail build. Unfortunately, there was not enough players to even try Walker Assault, which is the game's bread and butter mode, right? Pushing it out once we get to play it how people will actually experience it.
On another note: I get the "lack of content" complaints, but man! Are you guys forgetting that this is the first FUN Star Wars game in a looooong while? Also, not sure about other sites, but a 7-8 score is a damn good one in my eyes. I enjoyed games that rated way lower.
So? I'm paying $60 for this game, it damn well better be fun! Lackluster previous Star Wars outings should have no bearing on the rating of this one. This isn't a pity contest. Lack of content looks worse when you're pushing a $50 season pass packed to the brim with stuff.
Jawbreaker
Member
I'm pretty positive that's how the majority of people looking forward to this game feel. The reviews aren't going to have any appreciable effect on sales.
ROUGE_BLOCK
Member
I had fun in the beta though. Here it's like, so much of the same. I did all the training, played some missions and I am in bewilderment that there is nothing as fun here as INSTANT action heroes vs villain assault on mos eisley.
Nothing.
They'll get them, and they'll have the numbers to prove it
UnforgivenTwin
Member
Unfortunately you're right.
Blackleg-sanji1
Banned
I mean that's what any company with an established brand wants
You'd be paying $80 for this game if it were 1995.
UnforgivenTwin
Member
But in most cases those games have content to justify it.
OdysseusVA
Banned
💩 / 💩 💩 💩 💩 💩
7DollarHagane
Banned
I hope that dice supports this game like they did battlefield 4. New maps still coming for that game. And free after they finished the premium stuff.
Blackleg-sanji1
Banned
Yea I agree put its all just value and if I learned anything from the fallout threads.. Some just want a next installment of a game they love
petethepanda
Member
Love that OpenCritic colors the 3/5 range red.
Anyway, this is about the lukewarm (going ahead and assuming the pun has already been made a dozen times) reaction most seemed to expect. I'll pick it up physically, play until I'm bored and probably sell it, unless the season pass content starts to look appropriately beefy.
Anyway, this is about the lukewarm (going ahead and assuming the pun has already been made a dozen times) reaction most seemed to expect. I'll pick it up physically, play until I'm bored and probably sell it, unless the season pass content starts to look appropriately beefy.
3rdamention
Member
Its those little Vinyl Bobblehead type figures you see in Hot Topic and Gamestop and stuff. They are about 4 inches tall or so. Its pretty cool for a freebie.
I got this one!
InsaneTiger
Member
I can't help but feel that if they were a proper SP campaign the scores might be a *little* bit higher.
SolidSnakeUS
Member
Knowing DICE now, especially the head on in Sweden, they'd rather put out content before they fix their game. Just look at BF4. Which took it at least a year and a half to fix server and net code issues (or most of them). Hell, the netcode issues were pushed off to DICE LA and Visceral.
OdysseusVA
Banned
The only reason they supported it for so long was due to the horrific state it was in. I wouldn't expect updates once the last piece of DLC has been pushed out.
Ninja Sharingan
Banned
So will this stay in the 70's or drop into the 60 range? Would be bad to be in a 60 metacritic. Would affect sales. This game should have been 40 dollars or have halos model and offer free maps. Looks like an absolute rip off at full price with a season pass
Don't even remind me. GOAT game mode.
Little intricacy- everyone can heal via med droids, but only Han (I think) has a fusion cutter. If you're playing as the heroes, just go wipe out the villain med droids and they're done.
I agree, even if it was a 4-5 hour QTE fest. Cinematic experience linear campaign is exactly what I want out of a Star Wars shooter, as there hasn't been anything similar since Republic Commando.
This was a really well done review IMO, Gamespot I always find to be honest with both pros and cons of games. I'm definitely sold on getting the game.
I know many see it as a negative, but I am glad to have a online shooter without all the unlocks. It makes things too complicated for me IMO. Also funny how better players are the ones with the advantage in those cases. I still think the game should have a campaign though.
ShutterMunster
Junior Member
But it ain't 1995 so...
mysteriousmage09
Member
Not surprised. Once the wow factor from the visuals and the Star Wars hype wears off, it's average at best.
Balmung421
Member
I am having a ton of fun with the game right now (no issues with me yet on PC), but I can totally get behind all of these reviews (especially the giantbomb one).
This will for sure keep me entertained until the movie; I can't imagine playing much longer after that, however.
Excited to see how this sells.
This will for sure keep me entertained until the movie; I can't imagine playing much longer after that, however.
Excited to see how this sells.
Forerunner
Member
72 overall, I was expecting high 70s or low 80s. Regardless, I'm still excited to get my copy tomorrow. Love Star Wars and this is the first Star Wars game in a long time. I was worried about the longevity of it a while back and I guess I was right. Curious to see how many people will still be playing next year and beyond.
7DollarHagane
Banned
Bf4's issues were blown out of proportion. I played that game for like 40 hours in the beta and another 200 on pc and rarely had crashes or issues.
The console versions were a little rougher though.
Bought the game and premium on pc and ps4. No regrets.
I like the battlefield feel of this game. The spectacle.
The old battlefront games were OK but they felt even more thrown together than this does to me. They were at least as multiplayer focused.
Forbes gave it a 10/10: http://www.forbes.com/video/4617099928001/
SmoothRunningGun
Member
Meta is higher than I would give it. It makes for a nice demo but it's not a complete game.
I think I am also thankful that the game doesn't seem to be reskinned Battlefield, which was my biggest fear when DICE was announced as the developer.
I can see why a lot of people wouldn't want to pay $60 for this. It doesn't appeal to modern shooter audiences (no XP and unlocks) and seems to be short on maps. With GCU though it's an easy decision for me.
I can see why a lot of people wouldn't want to pay $60 for this. It doesn't appeal to modern shooter audiences (no XP and unlocks) and seems to be short on maps. With GCU though it's an easy decision for me.
the main demographic for this game is not going to give a shit about the reviews
so... who knows. if it was going to before, it's probably not much different now
RedAssedApe
Banned
Preview of OpenCritic's push coming out in a couple of hours to show where it stacks up overall.
whats the difference between meta and open?
ryanthelion123
Neo Member
That reviewer also gave Star Wars: The Old Republic - Knights Of The Fallen Empire a 10/10....
Sales don't depend on critical reception.
RedAssedApe
Banned
which Forbes contributor to believe?! search your feelings...