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[Liamc723]

6 for Surge

really

I know, that's being kind to that game.

 

[MaximumSpider]

Oooh I wanna read that P5 section

 

[pswii60]

I didnt expect that RIME score.

Why did Sony let that go again ? They had it secured as an exclusive for a while iirc. Now i really hope the Switch version turns out good.

RIME was in development hell. They basically started the game again after Sony ditched them.

 

[DrWong]

I think it was the rumours flying around of the state of the studio that got me worried but I'm kind of glad I held a bit of hope since it first got announced that it'll end up great.

Here's the problem:

RIME was in development hell. They basically started the game again after Sony ditched them.

And here a sensible explanation with less drama-fiction:

They also dropped Edith Finch, the other 9 scoring game. They're getting out of the indie publishing business for the most part.

 

[cw_sasuke]

They also dropped Edith Finch, the other 9 scoring game. They're getting out of the indie publishing business for the most part.

Hmm....makes sense content really isnt an issue anymore for the PS4 and most Indie games end up on it anyway. Unless VR is somehow part of your project there probably isnt much to gain for Sony publishing these titles.

 

[Shiggy]

RIME was in development hell. They basically started the game again after Sony ditched them.

Was this ever more than a rumour?

 

[EvB]

I had not faith in Rime, but preordered it the other day as it looked so pretty. I'm glad I can look forward to it being good

 

[MosquitoSmasher]

I know, that's being kind to that game.

That bad? Seen some pretty positive scores and ACGs review sounded good to, despite its shortcomings.

 

[GwyndolinCinder]

6 for Surge

really

Have you finished the game yet? Cause thats honestly surprisingly high for an edge review.

But either way ya know, its a number, it doesnt matter.

 

[Sjefen]

They also dropped Edith Finch, the other 9 scoring game. They're getting out of the indie publishing business for the most part.

I dont know about that, they have a strong presence at BitSummit in Tokyo where many indie devs focusing on VR games.

#BitSummit

 

[EvB]

I dont know about that, they have a strong presence at BitSummit in Tokyo where many indie devs focusing on VR games.

#BitSummit

Th Dangerzone devs stated that Sony aren't interested in indies anymore , unless they are making VR.

 

[Family Fry]

I dont know about that, they have a strong presence at BitSummit in Tokyo where many indie devs focusing on VR games.

#BitSummit

Noticed on Reddit, Three Fields Entertainment, developers of Dangerous Golf/Danger Zone were accused of Sony moneyhats. Dev replied.

Oh and for the record, Sony and their "moneyhats" (which are made of solid gold, because, hey, they are Sony after all right?) are only really looking to support VR titles from indie developers at the moment.

Makes sense about VR support for PS4.

Edit-EvB spooky shit!

 

[mclem]

Most intrigued by the Strafe score, because the reviews up to now have seemed a bit middling. Would like to hear what they say about it.

 

[JonnyKong]

Hopefully now more people will give Edith Finch a chance, it's truly wonderful.

 

[Lé Blade Runner]

Maybe I need to get RIME now...

 

[Jawbreaker]

Oh shit, I wasn't expecting Rime to score that well. I'm really excited to play it now.

 

[Sjefen]

Noticed on Reddit, Three Fields Entertainment, developers of Dangerous Golf/Danger Zone were accused of Sony moneyhats. Dev replied.



Makes sense about VR support for PS4.

Edit-EvB spooky shit!

Getting small devs to focus on VR makes total sense, little cost and tiny risk while PSVR gets some much needed software support

 

[DemWalls]

That bad? Seen some pretty positive scores and ACGs review sounded good to, despite its shortcomings.

You said it. It's a solid title, but obviously some will like it more, some less.

 

[azyless]

Wow, nice for Rime, I'm looking forward to it.
Good to see Edith Finch being praised too, excellent game.

 

[NeoRaider]

Can "Sony dropped it, it must be shit" GAFers please start eating their crow now??

 

[Jarod McChicken]

Because of that 9 for Statik, I've just realise the game is indeed at 86 on OpenCritic I'm not so much into puzzle solving though

 

[AbandonedTrolley]

Oh yes. Fantastic experience.

Did anybody play Statik?

Played Statik and it's great, a little short but a great game all the same.

 

[PuppetMaster]

I agree Prey is about an 8.

I enjoyed playing it. But its got serious jank. Very rough around the edges.

 

[nbnt]

Rime was always a day 1 for me, never doubt it.

Three nines. 2017 is one hell of a year for gaming.

Or Edge is getting soft.

Most intrigued by the Strafe score, because the reviews up to now have seemed a bit middling. Would like to hear what they say about it.

Wondering about this too, game gets a lot of hate on its Steam page.

 

[Phoenixus]

That's surprising. Consider me interested for Rime. And now the Switch business is sorted out, twice as much.

 

[ASIS]

Puyo puyo Tetris got a great score too! I'm so happy for Rime!

What Remains also got a deserved score.

Very nice scores all around.

 

[Phamit]

I didnt expect that RIME score.

Why did Sony let that go again ? They had it secured as an exclusive for a while iirc. Now i really hope the Switch version turns out good.

According to Tequila Works they decided they wanted to go Multi-platform and keep the IP and that's why they left Sony

 

[GinoFelino]

Can "Sony dropped it, it must be shit" GAFers please start eating their crow now??

Why? I'd say it's fairly obvious/logical that it was shit when Sony dropped it.

Relieved for the studio the Rime story has a happy ending, though.

 

[Castef]

They also dropped Edith Finch, the other 9 scoring game. They're getting out of the indie publishing business for the most part.

Not that they need it anymore.

Basically they also "dropped" Housemarque.

 

[disappeared]

I'm super happy Rime turned into something good. Feels like forever ago we all saw that trailer and were dumbstruck.

 

[dragonelite]

According to Tequila Works they decided they wanted to go Multi-platform and keep the IP and that's why they left Sony

Wasn;t that decision made after they found a new publisher.

 

[SmokedMeat]

Strafe got an 8??? Even shooter fans don't seem to like the game all that much.

 

[Circinus]

RIME was in development hell. They basically started the game again after Sony ditched them.

It was most likely simply in development for most of the time and had to find a differnt financer at some point.

Stop spreading unverified news/rumours posted by someone on an internet message board..

 

[GhostTrick]

Any reason why they're reducing the number of indie games they publish?

They don't need it anymore. Their 1st party output has been slowing down.

 

[DrWong]

Why? I'd say it's fairly obvious/logical that it was shit when Sony dropped it.

Relieved for the studio the Rime story has a happy ending, though.

Why, maybe Sony was shit to drop it and not the game?

 

[Graphics Horse]

Does this mean I correctly guessed their next issue tease for once? It sort of looked like a Czech Hedgehog from a symmetrical angle

 

[d00d3n]

Wasn't Rime supposed to be a failed game that was dropped by Sony and only allowed to go forward due to Spanish government grants? The near perfect score is pretty surprising. I guess the leaks about failed game development here on gaf may have been malicious?

 

[J@hranimo]

Edge Magazine gave Rime a 9?!?!?!

Alright, so NOW this game is officially on my radar. I hope Tantalus pulls through with the Switch port. Eager to read their review along with others.

 

[Heyt]

They had like 2 or 3 Rime covers. I do not trust that review score at all.

 

[Liamc723]

They had like 2 or 3 Rime covers. I do not trust that review score at all.

Lol, seriously?

 

[GinoFelino]

Why, maybe Sony was shit to drop it and not the game?

Because it had been in development for ages at that point, and it was still a long way from release.

I get why they'd be hesitant to have to deal with The Last Guardian: Indie Edition.

 

[silva1991]

Well, it's back to my radar.

 

[Dynomutt]

Damn Rime is either going to get some great scores or be very divisive! But a 9 is something I did not expect! Kudos to them.

 

[nbnt]

Why? I'd say it's fairly obvious/logical that it was shit when Sony dropped it.

Relieved for the studio the Rime story has a happy ending, though.

No, it's not obvious or logical. Was Edith Finch shit when Sony dropped it? Wattam? Modern Taxi Zombie Co.? Sony dropped more than just Rime last year but people didn't pay attention because there was no one spreading false rumors about those other titles.

It's also silly to think that Tequila Works was able to build a seemingly great 3D adventure game from scratch within just a year. The reality is that Sony is just not interested in indies like they used to, they're all about orchestras now.

 

[BananasWithGuns]

Hmm, maybe I will be picking up Rime at launch after all.

 

[Stilton Disco]

Rime was one of my most anticipated titles after its reveal, so if it turns out after all the warning signs and long arse development to actually be great, I'll be fucking delighted.

Better yet, the Sony deal falling through means far more people will get to play it, so it's a win all round.

 

[SmokedMeat]

Why, maybe Sony was shit to drop it and not the game?

Because that makes no sense. Plus at the time I believe "the game" was merely a mock up trailer. Couple that with a rocky development and it's not really a surprise they dropped it.

The good thing is there's a happy ending.

 

[Miles Quaritch]

Well damn, Tequila finally delivers a good game.

6 for Surge

really

The lighting/sound/atmosphere is serviceable, combat against regular foes is okay... but bosses disappoint and there aren't that many of them. The maps don't lend themselves well to mapping (not enough signposting and landmarks), game length is substituted for difficulty, and the story's not that hot.

What they had to say...

 

[Bold One]

Rime - 9

 

[Shiggy]

Because that makes no sense. Plus at the time I believe "the game" was merely a mock up trailer. Couple that with a rocky development and it's not really a surprise they dropped it.

The good thing is there's a happy ending.

Do you have anything to back that up?