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Destiny may require co-op play for end-game activities (Story can be completed solo)
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SpartanN92
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So much wrong with this statement.
This has always been billed as a co-op game with the option to solo some content, so I'm not sure why anyone would be disapointed in the inclusion of co-op only optional end game missions.
There's been a lot of focus on the seamless integration of the co-op, so I very much doubt you'll have to wait for friends. It'll very likely have some kind of matchmaking that'll allow you to take on the co-op missions without worry.
The same boat I'm in. I usually game on console when I have those small gaps in time where no one is asking me to do something and I have control over a TV. Having to coordinate co op with someone or having to randomly match up with someone who may or may not be a dick, or might have his own agenda for the game, is annoying. But I don't want to imply disapproval or I might be one of dem fuckin whiners.
What? Don't be ridiculous, friends don't socialize in petson anymore.
So good. I can't wait for this game.
Yep, so long as its designed so I can rock up and participate without fully organized co-op with actual friends I'll give it a shot. It's either that or put a "LFG Robot Deathmines of G'fart - rargh imba spec warlock pst" button.
i'm assuming those are the class, spec and dungeon names.
Its not a fully blown mmo. Its more of a co-op instanced rpg game. Think of games where a player can go solo the entire game or have the option of teaming up with friends in certain locations of the game.
I believe Star Citizen and The Division have a similar concept. Not sure tho. Need more info.
SkyTurnsRed
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It was a throwaway comment. Juniors these days, I swear.
BassForever
Member
And this is why I was never interested in Destiny, not that I hate co-op or online gameplay but I prefer single player. Like Diablo 3 it's okay (sadly) if you want the game to be always online for single or multi, but give me the option to 100% the game solo.
or not.
SargerusBR
I love Pokken!
Elaborate on that.
chickdigger802
Banned
as long as it has good matchmaking system for 'raids', it should be fine, but not having it able to scale for sp is a bit worrying.
just imagine a year from now when there aren't people around doing this quest anymore, what then?
just imagine a year from now when there aren't people around doing this quest anymore, what then?
Check his post history. 5000 posts.
Good, that's what I hoped. I don't think anyone that sinks enough time into this game to be tackling missions like this will have an issue finding people to play with.
Clearly, the only person who was whining was inside your mind. If the idea of prospective consumers of a title discussing their disinterest in an appropriate thread is so appalling as to cause such a vitriolic preemptive post; It may behoove you, other posters, and lurkers if you ignored reading or at the very least, posting on such topics.
Ah, almost forgot, personal curiosity. Due to your apparent hate toward potential customers who anticipate the single player aspect voicing disappointment, I was curious as to your purchasing habits of games that did not feature multiplayer.
So that's something we have in common.
You know, I was taking the piss out of xValentine for their idiotic post. But, in your case, if this isn't sarcasm you need some remedial courses in constructing analogies.
I think we may have violated UGP § 7019 of the console video game bylaws.
Then don't do the quest. There are plenty of SP games with MP maps where you can't play those maps anymore either(a lot of games don't have bots these days). If you as a SP gamer don't think the SP content is worth your money, don't buy it.
This is pretty much a raid.
SomethingInTheSea
Member
That never works well, 3 months after release it'll be impossible for new players to complete them as everyone will have moved on, either in game or elsewhere.
n00bsauce87
Member
I'm pretty sure someone will find a way to make it past via single player. Unless it's a situation where you need to be in two different places at the same time to open a door (i.e. standing on two different buttons 20 feet apart to open a door)
Next-gen is such a disappointment. Destiny was one of the few games that looked interesting (despite being a shooter) and they really seem to be hammering home the forced multiplayer. This is completely unnecessary, even if it was an MMO it's still unnecessary, that's not an excuse. Any game should work offline, why are we putting up with this?
Inglorious_ Man
Member
I am more concerned if there will be any microtransactions, than required multiplayer.
The game's trailers make it look like shit and now they tell this? Ugh.
The way Bungie describes the game and the game world makes it sound great but... eh.
If the game will offer split-screen and/or i don't need more than one friend (well, perhaps 2-3) to work through end-game content, i don't mind it. Any more, and i'm out. There is one thing i hate in MMOs and it is raiding, even more so than battleground-type PVP.
The way Bungie describes the game and the game world makes it sound great but... eh.
If the game will offer split-screen and/or i don't need more than one friend (well, perhaps 2-3) to work through end-game content, i don't mind it. Any more, and i'm out. There is one thing i hate in MMOs and it is raiding, even more so than battleground-type PVP.
This to me seems like Bungie wants to do an online-only game but marketing/publisher knows they will not sell enough copies if they ignore those that want to play it solo.
I worry that this will end up suffering from that indecision because design decisions will end up in the middle between single and multiplayer.
However Bungie needs to decide, don't say it can be played solo and then make it a requirement to have friends to reach the end game. Nobody has a problem with developers making online-only games (don't like it...don't buy it) but everyone has the right to be pissed when a developer say one thing and then does another.
I worry that this will end up suffering from that indecision because design decisions will end up in the middle between single and multiplayer.
However Bungie needs to decide, don't say it can be played solo and then make it a requirement to have friends to reach the end game. Nobody has a problem with developers making online-only games (don't like it...don't buy it) but everyone has the right to be pissed when a developer say one thing and then does another.
Captain Tuttle
Member
Fine by me, just like Borderlands 2
Palette Swap
Member
Yeah, I've said it 100 times but this is what will make or break the game for me: I'm not much for online coop but I love couch coop.
I really hope it's like Borderlands in that regard (minus the non scaling UI) and not essentially just an MMO.
BRocknRolla
Member
Well, it sounds like you'll still be able to solo the main storyline based on the comments but some "end game activities" will require multiplayer. Hopefully that does mean it is optional end game content. I would have expected various elements and mission types to require multiplayer, so I guess that isn't surprising. Still, it would be nice to know it was wholly unnecessary if you so chose to play single player only.
Because some people really like co-op/mp games. Having challenging encounters that aren't solo-able excites me. I don't believe that Bungie should waste their time to balance every encounter to fit the demands and needs of every single person out there. Different games cater to different people. It's not like there is a lack of singleplayer games either.
Good, this is fine with me
Just go and find some buddies on GAF if you are really desperate to do endgame
This is the same type of "forced multiplayer" thats in every MMO. Why are you getting the game if you dont want to play with people. All of the media and everything shown has been talking about how this is going to be essentially an MMO.
How many of you guys would be complaining if they said, "There are special co-op dungeons for everyone after you complete the game!" Cause thats essentially all it is
Just go and find some buddies on GAF if you are really desperate to do endgame
This is the same type of "forced multiplayer" thats in every MMO. Why are you getting the game if you dont want to play with people. All of the media and everything shown has been talking about how this is going to be essentially an MMO.
How many of you guys would be complaining if they said, "There are special co-op dungeons for everyone after you complete the game!" Cause thats essentially all it is
Moon_frogger
Member
Wait how are you a prospective customer of something that doesn't interest you?Casimir said:
What exactly is the problem here? There is still a full solo campaign!?