The Jackdog
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He switches his answers around by the sentence. Guy is just squirmy to me.
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The Trial Of Peter Molyneux by RockPaperShotgun
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He switches his answers around by the sentence. Guy is just squirmy to me.
Sir_Crocodile
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Phaethon0017
Member
If you are going to get nothing but lies from a person the question you ask makes little difference.
Brewster's Wallet
Member
Games journalists being professional? Don't be silly
Broder Salsa
Banned
They should be. Honest and direct and emotionally aggressive and confrontational are not the same thing.
They could have just quoted his own statements back and see where he goes. If they didn't like the answer, press on him.
Calling him an outright liar is hugely disrespectful, and this comes from someone sick of his over promising ways.
But they'll get a lot of support.
Lanrutcon
Member
Yeah, fuck honesty and actions having consequences.
R_thanatos
Member
I do think that when you're a public figure with such a portfolio and you mess up THIS BAD , you kinda need this kind of words in your face for once...
old manatee
Banned
Ahaahahh the temptation to hang up the phone and cry in a closet must have been overwhelming.
I really don't think they were being hard on him.
He is a pathological liar because he is swimming in a massive pool of lies.
It's about time that people should be put into check. So what if it makes him uncomfortable - it's his actions that cause him to squirm.
I cannot understand anybody who is being an apologist.
As was said previously, it is constantly referenced how close journalists are to publishers and what not.
It's about time some real journalism was done that doesn't involve cosying up and asking pre-prepared questions.
Metro are probably one of the only outlets that actually ask real (no matter how uncomfortable) questions to executives from Sony and Microsoft at E3 or Gamescom.
Most interviews nowadays read like PR press releases.
He is a pathological liar because he is swimming in a massive pool of lies.
It's about time that people should be put into check. So what if it makes him uncomfortable - it's his actions that cause him to squirm.
I cannot understand anybody who is being an apologist.
As was said previously, it is constantly referenced how close journalists are to publishers and what not.
It's about time some real journalism was done that doesn't involve cosying up and asking pre-prepared questions.
Metro are probably one of the only outlets that actually ask real (no matter how uncomfortable) questions to executives from Sony and Microsoft at E3 or Gamescom.
Most interviews nowadays read like PR press releases.
If you feel that way going into an interview then why even have it in the first place?
ElzarTheBam
Member
Good, we need more accountability in this hobby of ours.
I would love for him to get an answer to the problems with 343 and MCC.
I would love for him to get an answer to the problems with 343 and MCC.
Deeke[VRZ]
Member
Same here, can't access! I think RPS has taken the "screw you Molynuuuu" cake with this one!
Dirtyshubb
Member
Just finished reading this, easily the best interview I have ever read. Brutal, but so on point and never rude.
It seems that Peter is either full of shit, or clearly delusional and just doesnt realise how much shit he says. Also it seems that he probably suffers from depression or some form of paranoia because of how much he would confront the interviewer about different topics or accuse him of wanting him out of the industry. He must feel thats what everyone feels like about him. Sad thing is, he has brought it all on himself.
It seems that Peter is either full of shit, or clearly delusional and just doesnt realise how much shit he says. Also it seems that he probably suffers from depression or some form of paranoia because of how much he would confront the interviewer about different topics or accuse him of wanting him out of the industry. He must feel thats what everyone feels like about him. Sad thing is, he has brought it all on himself.
Snapshot King
Member
This is unbelievable. I'm deep into it and I think he has an excuse to every single question. And all of them are horseshit.
QuickSilverD
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not loading for me either at the moment
He is a pathological liar and needed to be reminded of this years ago.
Broder Salsa
Banned
Not only are they bad excuses, but he actually calls him out on the excuses too with valid arguments and cold hard facts.
The Jackdog
Member
Can someone who is against the tone of this interview explain why?
People are really, really, really angry and no one else is asking these questions. For me this came across as refreshing and honest. I dont think much of the questions he asked were incredibly unfair. There was no "gotcha" journalism from what im seeing either, hes asking questions based on what Peter M himself has said.
I also find it hilarious he keeps referring to Godus as a new experience thats never been done before when its kinda...not. He makes excuses every answer. He argues semantics every answer. Someone finally tries to lock him down on some real solid answers and now its "too harsh"?
People are really, really, really angry and no one else is asking these questions. For me this came across as refreshing and honest. I dont think much of the questions he asked were incredibly unfair. There was no "gotcha" journalism from what im seeing either, hes asking questions based on what Peter M himself has said.
I also find it hilarious he keeps referring to Godus as a new experience thats never been done before when its kinda...not. He makes excuses every answer. He argues semantics every answer. Someone finally tries to lock him down on some real solid answers and now its "too harsh"?
Triggerhappytel
Member
Do you think he feels better or worse than Bryan Henderson after he realised that his 'life changing prize' through Godus was in reality a load of hot air and broken promises?
Alx
Member
The page won't load for me. Do they mention the Milo & Kate project ? I'm curious to see if he'll give a few more détails. Not that I think it was a lie either, it's the opposite actually, I'm sure there were many interesting features there, but that most people took for more than it really was.
From the quotes, I would tend to agree. It seems that they really want to get to the "liar" conclusion, while Molyneux is obviously overpromising, but probably in good faith. He's not reliable, but I wouldn't call him a liar either.
From the quotes, I would tend to agree. It seems that they really want to get to the "liar" conclusion, while Molyneux is obviously overpromising, but probably in good faith. He's not reliable, but I wouldn't call him a liar either.
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Deleted member 125677
Unconfirmed Member
Really harsh, and most of them are question Molyneux should be prepared to answer at this point. But I think they could have gotten the same information out of him without being totally rude about it.
I wonder how easy it will be to get other developers to do interviews for RPS after this though. I know I would have thought twice before agreeing to do anything with them, if this is what you risk
I wonder how easy it will be to get other developers to do interviews for RPS after this though. I know I would have thought twice before agreeing to do anything with them, if this is what you risk
HellofaMouse
Member
honestly, im never a fan of people actling like dicks in the name of journalism.
you can make whatever the point you want to make, ask the harshest questions and still be polite.
you can make whatever the point you want to make, ask the harshest questions and still be polite.
Neuromancer
Member
I'm really conflicted about this interview. Yes PM promises way too much, yes Godus is an incomplete and embarrassing product, but I wish John could have asked the hard questions without being a bully.
More_Badass
Member
Starting an interview with asking the guy (almost to his face) "Are you a pathological liar" has nothing to do with seeking honest answers. It's just rude and disrespectful. Doesn't matter who the interviewee is
I think they think they are journalists, doing journalism.
With PR people, politicians, and Peter Molyneux that style of printing the interview (basically, as it is) is also the best way to not let them squirm away. If they dodge the question, people can read the way they dodged it.
I'been a Moly fan since Populous but the man doesn't need softball questions or a pat on the head. He needs a freaking intervention.
How convenient. I respect the man's talent and his early work in the industry, but I think he lost his credibility a long time ago. Personally I will never pay for anything that has his name attached to it.
m_shortpants
Member
I'm fine with the interview. He's been doing this far too long. He seems to not know how kick starter works either.
Phaethon0017
Member
To get to the truth, or expose the lie. In this case the latter. The truth would never leave this man's lips. Anyone familiar with his career knows this.
Christ, that opening question made me cringe and it didn't get any better. The whole thing just felt like RPS yelling "YOU'RE A DICK" at them like Bill O'Reilly or some other crappy news show.
I mean, I backed Mansion Lord and they've run off with the money with absolutely no output, but if someone got hold of them to get an interview, I'd at least like the questions to be asked with a civil tone at first rather than starting off by antagonising the subject.
I mean, I backed Mansion Lord and they've run off with the money with absolutely no output, but if someone got hold of them to get an interview, I'd at least like the questions to be asked with a civil tone at first rather than starting off by antagonising the subject.
old manatee
Banned
People think he is being a bully, but it sounds like an intervention to me.
Well, you're clearly wrong because that question and many like it were asked, and we now have an amazing, brutal and revealing 1 hour and 15 minute interview with Molyneux as a result.
RedNumberFive
Banned
After a lifetime of over promising and under delivering, this was indeed necessary.
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Deleted member 10571
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I disagree. This style of interviewing is absolutely common and expected in business magazines, political magazines and *actual* paperwork journalism basically everywhere. It is not, however, in anything tech related, where interviews are mostly considered free advertising instead of journalistic work.
While I also think this reads harsh, I can't be mad with RPS, they are absolutely right in their way of conducting this interview, and more media that dares to call itself "journalists" should follow suit next time.
If Molyneux didn't prepare for a sob story, but for actual hard questions and telling truths, he would have come out of this way better. Instead he went with "Well now I don't wanna talk to the press anymore", which we all, including the press, easily see to be clearly bullshit.
What? When you donate, you don't expect to have something in return.
Peter made his bed, and while place like IGN continue sucking him off waiting for his next words of wisdom, its good to know at least one place is making him lay in it. I would love to see Molyneux clear up some of his lies/bullshit before going off and making a new set of claims that we are supposed to take as exciting news.
Dictator93
Member
Counter point;
people that are pathological liars take advantage of social courtesy to lie. Sweeping the niceties under the rug actually disallows people from lying so easily.
R_thanatos
Member
i like how people didn't bought a product ... so they did what ? funded an idea ?
SliceSabre
Banned
I don't see a problem with these questions at all considering people's money is being messed with and he's a person who has a history of being untrustworthy.
I think people are simply too used to CNN style interviews where the interviews acts like they're terrified of the person they're interviewing and will do anything possible not to upset them too much.
I think people are simply too used to CNN style interviews where the interviews acts like they're terrified of the person they're interviewing and will do anything possible not to upset them too much.
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Deleted member 30609
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That was an incredible interview.
Hoho for breakfast
Member
Damn, can't read it the page won't load.
Lanrutcon
Member
Completely disagree. The fact that you think there's no-one who could ever deserve disrespect means you're pretty naive.
Yep, not like the shameless pandering for the "oh please let me become a community manager at your game company" typical game journo.
Of course it's serious business, he took £526,563 of people's money! Good lord!