ManaByte
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That’s not what Bungie said today.Yeah, a new IP exclusive to PS5.
That’s not what Bungie said today.Yeah, a new IP exclusive to PS5.
If a publisher is unsustainable and require funds, investors step in and save it. If a project is too risky for the vision, investment can put it back on track. Both positive outcomes.They have done it since they came into gaming, look at the PS1 Saturn days. Buying a publisher or studio does everything you said there too.
We already know how many games Sony went for befoe this gen started, to try and starve Xbox of software this gen. They even went for Starfield (nice backfire there).
So yeah lets not pretend Sony is goody two shoes, and everything dodgy they do is simple them being 'forced' into doing it by evil Microsoft.
That’s not what Bungie said today.
When Sony's acquisitions use very clear terms about exclusivity, it somehow doesn't mean anything. But when Phil says something clear enough about exclusives, his words are twisted and tortured until they somehow mean that Activision and Blizzard games will be on PS .That’s not what Bungie said today.
If you want to believe that, be my guest.Bungie themselves have already directly stated very plainly that this acquisition in no way affects Destiny or any future game titles that they will make period. This includes the possibility of any major dlc skin or map crap that Sony likes to pull. This acquisition by Sony only really gains them access to bungies experience making games as a service titles so they can make some of their own that have nothing to do with Bungie.
This is not about what Xbox gamers care. And obviously they care, look at the amount of salt in this thread.Maybe not. Probably not. The current situation is status quo with Destiny 2.
As for future games, I don't think Xbox gamers really care. Bungie takes forever to make even one game. Unless they are hard at work with a secret game in development ready to launch soon, it's going to be more Destiny 2 DLC for the next 3 years. And even if they did want to play it, a PC port will probably surface.
Sony spent a lot of big bills...That’s not what Bungie said today.
Well get better internet then, and if you cant then there is not a lot you can do.
These companies are not charities. If by the end of this gen only a tiny percentage of gamers are still buying physical, then there is a good chance both Sony and Microsoft will go digital only. They want rid of physical as it is.
Along with reflectionsWell that's the noble way to look at it...
Usually though, timed exclusivity is done with games that are otherwise funded (especially when the dev also has a publisher), and done to shift consumer spending to the platform getting the timed exclusivity, at the detriment of the platform losing out on said game. Strength of FOMO has only intensified over the years, partly because of social media IMO.
I don't know what that has to do with today's news, though; this is an out-and-out acquisition by Sony, nothing timed about it. Neither's better or worst than the other, just depends on the buyer's needs.
Banished to the Never Dimension.
I don't personally think this is true tbh; MS would probably be okay with just 1P content, since they now have SO MUCH 1P content under their belt. The thing is I think if MS and Sony were to provide their streaming services on each other's consoles, it would be just that: streaming-only access to 1P content under a singular subscription that is platform-agnostic, and they each get a cut of subscriptions through the other's platform (maybe the usual 30% cut for initial sign-up, then a 15% cut for each month the user continues to use the service on that platform, something like that).
If you want native versions of those games, either buy an Xbox (MS), PlayStation (Sony), or PC (both, potentially....though still no Day 1 releases yet for Sony). If you're okay with cloud streaming on a monthly subscription, play on whatever system you want. I think that's where this is all heading by 2024/2025 at the latest.
Like i said, we will have to see what happens. But i'm betting this is the last gen with a disk drive, sorry you feel different, but yeah you feel strongly about this subject, so cool.Thanks for the laugh. Needed to see something so ridiculously retarded and ignorant like that today.
I agree with this to a point, tho as I alluded I think Warzone essentially fulfills the necessary GAAS revenue generation as well as any “tit for tat” debates about exclusivity. Destiny vs Warzone is itself a relatively even “trade.”I think what this signals, more than anything else, is that Sony is serious about the future of Live Service / GaaS titles, and is basically saying "Fuck this coy nonsense, we are releasing on all platforms because that's the only way GaaS can be truly successful"
essentially calling off Microsoft's bluff on possibly removing CoD from Playstation by being intentionally vague even though Sony platforms account for the majority of revenue of Activision's titles like CoD.
Basically saying "you want to go exclusive?" Ok, well enjoy losing some of your relevance because that's not how GaaS works
Found this pretty wierd tbh:
Did Sweeney comment on MS acquisitions?
Along with reflections
Sony spent a lot of big bills...
You think exclusive games and exclusive content won't be on PlayStation?
If it's this ESports game then it needs to be multi-platform. I don't think new IP exclusive MP game can make it today.Already shot down. Their new IP is not a PlayStation exclusive. Now, that might be corporate speak for it just having a PC version, but given Bungie's wording, it actually does seem that Bungie will remain multiplatform for the foreseeable future for all of their games.
Jim only bought Bungie so he can wave them in Phil's face if he ever feels worried in the future about CoD becoming exclusive to Xbox. Everyone knows how much Phil loves Destiny
Source?Bungie came to MS for the buyout first last year and MS rejected them because they wanted way too much. For 3.6 billion I agree with MS.
Of course all of this last year was reportedly.
If we listen to dumbasses like Jez!Bungie came to MS for the buyout first last year and MS rejected them because they wanted way too much. For 3.6 billion I agree with MS.
Of course all of this last year was reportedly.
That line is practically parroting Phil Spencer. This is surely a move for Sonys sub service, which they will want on as many devices as possible. The future is now, and it's available as a subscription.The wording is still confusing to me tbh.
There is no way MS would allow that option. Won't happen. That will kill the xbox brand. There would be no point in owning xbox, if you can play them on Playstation. MS isnt stupid to put their money making games on their competitors. They would have done that during the xbox one, and went full 3rd party.I don't personally think this is true tbh; MS would probably be okay with just 1P content, since they now have SO MUCH 1P content under their belt.
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It's not about xbox gamers. No one cares. Lol. Go to the ps subreddit. No one cares. This is such a boring acquisition. Good get for Sony, but no one cares.This is not about what Xbox gamers care. And obviously they care, look at the amount of salt in this thread.
Bungie said it’s false. Debunked sorry.Microsoft held talks to buy Bungie - report
UPDATE 4.50pm UK: Bungie has attempted to douse reports it has discussed acquisition with Microsoft. Replying on Twitte…www.eurogamer.net
Movies, anime, books, all things Bungie have wanted for awhile now. They now have a competent FPS game that brings in money across all platforms."an independent subsidiary"
What does even mean?
If bungie have complete control and can release games where they want whats the point in sony buying them?
I dont think they will be "independent" lol sony will be in control of them.
Come on. I agree with you that Activision and Bethesda games won't be on PlayStation, let's not pretend Phil was being clear. He was the opposite and spoke like a true politician, carefully choosing his exact wording.When Sony's acquisitions use very clear terms about exclusivity, it somehow doesn't mean anything. But when Phil says something clear enough about exclusives, his words are twisted and tortured until they somehow mean that Activision and Blizzard games will be on PS .
Damn. Bungie got some stink on them. Microsoft got rid of them then Activision and then Microsoft passed on buying them! Not sure about this deal... Sony might have picked up a dudMicrosoft held talks to buy Bungie - report
UPDATE 4.50pm UK: Bungie has attempted to douse reports it has discussed acquisition with Microsoft. Replying on Twitte…www.eurogamer.net
I have no ideia what are you implying… Sony bought Bungie… all their assets and IPs are now owned by Sony.The rest of your post was pointless, because this is the crux, and you're just repeating yourself. And as best as we can tell, Bungie retain ownership of their IP. When they leave Sony, their IPs will go with them.
It's a strange purchase and does kind of reek of desperation, but there's no denying that Destiny is a popular game with a strong player base.Damn. Bungie got some stink on them. Microsoft got rid of them then Activision and then Microsoft passed on buying them! Not sure about this deal... Sony might have picked up a dud
Nibel doubled down though. He seems to know what he's taking about. And it was unclear what part bungie was saying was false. Was it not multiple times they had discussions? Did it fall through not because of bungie's high price? What was it?Bungie said it’s false. Debunked sorry.
Considering this Bungie thing, I would say something like mmorpg FF XIV.Who do you think Jimbo is referring when he says "more acquisitions are coming"? hopefully something exciting.
I can see the value on acquiring Bungie (even tho still weird they plan on staying multiplat), but i hope next is gonna be serious acquirement with talented Japanese devs on solo/rpgs games like the ones i named above.
Exactly it's different.I have no ideia what are you implying… Sony bought Bungie… all their assets and IPs are now owned by Sony.
It is not a partnership or contract where Bungie can left… they are now part of Sony.
It's not about xbox gamers. No one cares. Lol. Go to the ps subreddit. No one cares. This is such a boring acquisition. Good get for Sony, but no one cares.
The funny thing is a lot of the salt is coming from Sony fans. LolGood grief. There was infinitely less salt in the thread about MS buying ActiBlizzard.
Seeing so many people in here like, "waste of money....Bungie has 1 mediocre game...MS could have bought them but passed...."
Whatever this mindset is, it comes off as projection. The ActiBlizzard thread was fun to read, so much unnecessary cope in this one. It's like the 360/PS3 era all over again.
Yeah it's been awhile but nothing compared to those.I take it you haven't played Destiny 2.
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So as far as I can tell, I haven't see shit stating they are keeping the IP or anything wild like that. Allowing them to self publish Destiny, doesn't mean Sony didn't buy the IP, thats like saying some weird shit like Sega doesn't own Atlus cause they allow them to self publish at times or MS didn't buy those IP, cause Bethesda will continue to self publish. I think you are seeing that term and just assuming it means the IP doesn't belong to Sony. Sir, you'd have to question what the fuck they are actually buying for 3 Billion then if not for the team and the IP lol Using your logic, MS doesn't even own any of those Bethesda IP lol
I know this is some megaton shit, but you going to need to deal with this one.
Game is amazingMakes me really hyped to back to play Destiny 2… please please don’t disappoint me.
If there any case of Bungie leaving that is a Sony decision board and not Bungie anymore.Exactly it's different.
If they were able to leave they would be leaving without the IP's.
Did you even read the article? Euro gamer own sources can confirm discussions were made. Bungie denied a specific tweet, not whole thing.Bungie said it’s false. Debunked sorry.
I don't get that vibe but I've just been skimming through each page so I may have missed those posts.The funny thing is a lot of the salt is coming from Sony fans. Lol
Go to the gif thread. It gave me a big laughI don't get that vibe but I've just been skimming through each page so I may have missed those posts.
I just want to be entertained, where's all the humor?
Its not confusing. Lots of companies operate like this with a parent company but retain their IPwtf this shit is confusing so Sony don't own Destiny IP so that means MS down own any of the Bethesda IP wtf make no sense
good call, you were right.Go to the gif thread. It gave me a big laugh