Miles Quaritch
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Did Sony set the stage for E3 2014?
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That would have been nice but they killed Sony Liverpool.
R3TRODYCE
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Ooh, Wipeout is the only thing that could make me change my tune on VR. I loved Wipeout HD something fierce.
I can bet VR won't be central to Sony's E3. Morpheus is an experiment and a way for the company to set foot on that field and say "hey, we're also working on VR!" - nothing more than that, at least for the time being. This is why they chose to present it now instead of 3 months in, when they could potentially have better demos and experiences by having more time to work on them. Morpheus will be at the E3 too, but won't be the main focus.
E3 will be for games and app support for the PS4. It just doesn't make sense for them to focus on a new "media" device less than a year after releasing a new console. They have to show a lot more in terms of software, and that's what they will do.
My body is ready.
E3 will be for games and app support for the PS4. It just doesn't make sense for them to focus on a new "media" device less than a year after releasing a new console. They have to show a lot more in terms of software, and that's what they will do.
My body is ready.
DeviantBoi
Member
Considering how Microsoft spokesperson Arthur Gies has yet to receive his talking points regarding Project Morpheus (he has made zero comments), I'd say MS has nothing comparable to counter Sony.
AR glasses? Just another way to give you ads while you're out and about. That's why it's Google that has been pushing for that technology.
AR glasses? Just another way to give you ads while you're out and about. That's why it's Google that has been pushing for that technology.
LegendofDragoonLives
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Yeah, they saw the hype the VR had in 2012 and started working on it since 2010 or 2011. Sony are geniuses.
Scully Scully Scoo
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I doubt sony even mention vr this e3 as its seemingly atleast 1 year away. Maybe next e3 though
They've been working on our for almost 4 years, they will have it at e3
Freeman
Banned
Of course they will mention it, they wouldn't lose an opportunity like that to promote the thing.
A $199 pricepoint and I could see this becoming a Kinect-like phenomenon. Anything more and it will likely end up as a niche product for the hardcore. I'll get one no matter what since I'm a tech head and this stuff sounds amazing to me. I can't wait to read the impressions of the castle demo. Getting to explore a medieval castle with VR is pretty much the coolest thing ever.
boredandlazy
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The pictures showing early prototypes from 2010?
boredandlazy
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So you're saying it's fucked either way?
geordiemp
Member
The nay sayers on this thread are quite funny.
Remember this time last year Sony talked about their console project, did not show a box, and promised great things in the future.
They gave a price at E3 and release late 2013...
By 2013 xmas time they had sold how many million world wide ?
Do not under estimate what a large consumer electronics corporation can do if there is a market
Remember this time last year Sony talked about their console project, did not show a box, and promised great things in the future.
They gave a price at E3 and release late 2013...
By 2013 xmas time they had sold how many million world wide ?
Do not under estimate what a large consumer electronics corporation can do if there is a market
Yea I'm expecting price at E3 for this thing and final design (3 months should be enough time). Thats if there aiming for a 2014 release.
Sloane_Ranger
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I applaud Sony for the forward thinking! And I think that the mainstream press will eat up the whole 'future' of gaming thing resulting in some great PR. Should be interesting to see what Microsoft's PR play becomes ... "we have it too"? or silence? Or, here is ours?
But IMO Sony needs a steady stream of game reveals to maintain/grow the momentum, some fun stuff to look forward to on PS+, and perhaps some new firmware features (as outlined previously here on Gaf). I sincerely hope they show these three items have been their focus between now and the end of E3 vs VR.
But IMO Sony needs a steady stream of game reveals to maintain/grow the momentum, some fun stuff to look forward to on PS+, and perhaps some new firmware features (as outlined previously here on Gaf). I sincerely hope they show these three items have been their focus between now and the end of E3 vs VR.
Kinect was a huge seller. It was a fad but it still managed 24m sales, which is amazing for a peripheral.
Laieon
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Wonderbook 2 incoming.
Canis lupus
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Come one, anyone should have a healthy dose of skepticism right now and its particular hard to appreciate the merits of VR without being able to experience the implementation for yourself.
Crimson_Gold
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and VR modes for games that have already been announced.
- Destiny
- Driveclub
- The Witness
At least I hope
boredandlazy
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For any old regular Gaffer, I wouldn't necessarily disagree with you.
boredandlazy
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A lot of the sales were because it was bundled. Anyways, I wasn't saying it couldn't be considered a success in some ways but calling Kinect a phenomenon is pushing it quite a bit.
Oddvintagechap
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Fnord
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They always seem to, anyway.
Canis lupus
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The only thing that concerns me is that it's very far away from being released, I reckon it's the latter half of 2015. They'll demo the prototype at this E3, show off interesting concepts, announce support for upcoming games. At E3 2015 it'll get a proper name, the final product design, more concrete plans and support, release for September/Q4 2015.
PS4 being close to 2 years on the market will have had a pricecut by then (299 dollars). So the cost of the complete set will be atleast lower (VR bundle 499?). The install base of the PS4 will be much bigger by then, having more people to sell this thing to.
PS4 being close to 2 years on the market will have had a pricecut by then (299 dollars). So the cost of the complete set will be atleast lower (VR bundle 499?). The install base of the PS4 will be much bigger by then, having more people to sell this thing to.
justsomeguy
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All depends on how you define "taking off". I reckon both will find a significantly sized niche. Both have a significant challenge in cost-of-entry though.
For PS4, if you need move controller and camera in addition to the headset, then it's going to be a tough sell. Remember, this is the same target audience that said a $100 price difference for XBox is too much when you get mandatory peripherals and lower graphical quality than the cheaper option. If Morpheus brings mandatory peripherals (camera/move controller), increases price, and inevitably a reduced graphical quality relative to a non-VR game (but bring sweet, sweet immersion, I know) then you're potentially looking at a niche play.
OR - suspect it'll play to the 'top end' PC market, i.e. those with serious cash to throw at a rig, which instantly limits its potential market.
I've had a go on OR, and I know I'll be buying it (and a new PC) once it hits RTM. I have a horrible* feeling I'll be buying a PS4 just for the VR kit too - so don't write me off as a 'naysayer'. I get it, I just think cost will limit its appeal to much beyond a (significant, enthusiastic) niche.
* horrible for my wallet
justsomeguy
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I promise you, it's absolutely ****ing incredible. Even just the crappy rollercoaster demo. Immersion is a real thing.
If Destiny has VR I'll definitely be getting Sony'sVR system
Acquiescence
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Is that your way of confirming that this is Sony's mindset and approach to E3? I hope so.
Please be Last Guardian and Guilty Gear Xrd localisation.
Fredrik
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Most PS4 owners need to buy the VR device plus the PS camera anyway since it wasn't included in the box, what's stopping MS to launch a similar higher speced two device setup?
Crimson_Gold
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We can only hope and wait.
Almost a grand for a complete setup. Would love to see that Xbox One bundle on a shelf.
The_Almighty_Swan
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Both Nintendo and M$ are kinda belly up in the water now so E3 2014 would be a one man show. More games for sure, but not much from the Japanese developers I guess. Sad
This is how I feel E3 will play out as well...
TheRealTalker
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I expect TLG and DC to be fused into
The Last Racer
The Last Racer
bug_42
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Those have more uses then just playing games.
Crimson_Gold
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And you know this how?