Stone Ocean
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So I guess that means the Vita is officially the PS4's gamepad now?
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Sony: Gamescom to be focused on the PS4's lineup
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famousmortimer
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I wouldn't read too much into either statement. I never read much into gamescom being a psvita show because it was said so far out from it and just seemed like cover your ass pr.
At the same time I don't think the facebook post here is any sort of definitive source of info either. They were probably told to say the show is about ps4 games because that will get the most eyes on the show. That doesn't preclude them from discussing the ps3 or vita.
I'm not holding my breath, however. We've seen this before and we know how it ends.
There are vita games to announce. Or there were a few months ago. Unless they got canceled or are going for the stealth surprise release tecmo style.... they have to talk about it at some point? Right? Guys?
At the same time I don't think the facebook post here is any sort of definitive source of info either. They were probably told to say the show is about ps4 games because that will get the most eyes on the show. That doesn't preclude them from discussing the ps3 or vita.
I'm not holding my breath, however. We've seen this before and we know how it ends.
There are vita games to announce. Or there were a few months ago. Unless they got canceled or are going for the stealth surprise release tecmo style.... they have to talk about it at some point? Right? Guys?
Not exactly true.
If we got 2 major standout games from gamescom, combined with the upcoming Vita lineup and existing catalog, the Vita could very well be desirable.
Currently it feels slightly skimp, but do not underestimate the power of 2 big headline games and how they can completely fillout a lineup.
DC1
Member
Yes.
Or in other words:
PS4 focused does not exclude Vita
(As they are part of the same ecosystem)
Metallix87
Member
I disagree. It wouldn't be enough to show that Sony has a long-term interest in making the system viable.
DidntKnowJack
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Ok, only got through the first 10 or so posts, but why are people bitching? PS4 should be the focus. I have a Vita and I like it a lot, but seeing Vita games at a trade show is boring as fuck. Bring on the exciting stuff.
awesomebro
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I don't understand all this "vitaisdead, vitaRIP" posts. Can't the conference be fully packaged for both the PS4 and vita? PS4 will get most of the lime light but its not like the vita will be completely ignored (hope not. lol).
Cave Johnson
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Agent, The Getaway 3, Bioshock all Vita exclusive announced. Mark my words.
Metallix87
Member
Did you not see E3?
Disco Batman
Banned
Everyone saying Sony isn't paying attention to the Vita obviously aren't paying attention, or are just flat out trolling.
We can agree on that. I myself am not aware of Vita's longterm goals. Its not going to have to worry about them if they don't start pushing numbers either.
I do have a personal theory with Vita and PS4 working in tandem... If Vita can be marketed like that and get increased sales, then I think it can be saved as its standalone system.
If things remain as they are, Itll end up as a glorified remote play device / indie machine and we're left to buy any trickle down releases that end up our way....
anexanhume
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The lion share of their resources have always been with PlayStation 4 though, there was never going to be the same treatment for the Vita. Even Nintendo are having trouble supporting both 3DS and Wii U
awesomebro
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Talking about The Getaway. I know the PS2 games were garbage but if Sony could revive its own GTA-esque IP with more polish and refinements than the originals, it could be a huge hit for the vita.
AndrewDean84xX
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Fried Food
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I'm so glad that aren't going to waste time talking about that Vita trash. Focus on PS4 and nothing else.
My first tought
PdotMichael
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The Crystal Pepsi of our generation.
"It was a tremendous learning experience. I still think it's the best idea I ever had, and the worst executed. A lot of times as a leader you think, "They don't get it; they don't see my vision." People were saying we should stop and address some issues along the way, and they were right. It would have been nice if I'd made sure the product tasted good. Once you have a great idea and you blow it, you don't get a chance to resurrect it."
V
Vilix
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Yeah. She was giving away tupawear that show.
Cornbread78
Member
So how long until the Shahid lied thread pops back up now....
I could swear this is old news. Can't find the thread but since the quote is from an expired competition and I remember reading posts along the lines of "Oh it's from a competition?", seems pretty likely.
It's not good to spend too long in the bathroom guys, bowel movements should be quick.
I understand people may enjoy the butt stuff, but better for your health. Also you'll have less shit particles in your lungs.
It's not good to spend too long in the bathroom guys, bowel movements should be quick.
I understand people may enjoy the butt stuff, but better for your health. Also you'll have less shit particles in your lungs.
At least Nintendo still is seemingly developing some games for Wii U. Vita on the other hand had its last noteworthy 1st party games announced a year ago at Gamescom and this year it's a "PS4 show". Just lovely.
JakkuFurosu
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I simply can not believe the Vita disappointment in this thread...Its like this is your first Sony show. If you expect anything from Sony on the vita you are insane, even more-so with the PS4 launch right around the corner.
I want more Vita stuff as much as the next Vita owner but I gave up on any presence at these shows awhile ago.
Hopefully im wrong but if wonderbook has anything to say about it.........
I want more Vita stuff as much as the next Vita owner but I gave up on any presence at these shows awhile ago.
Hopefully im wrong but if wonderbook has anything to say about it.........
It never went away.
BruceLeeRoy
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Welp boys and girls. You know the drill:
I'm not even hoping now. And for the record I always knew the primary focus will be on the PS4 and it should be too. But if they don't show solid support for the vita sony can go fuck themselves
amishpriest99
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I've been expecting Gamescom being "a psvita show" means it'll have roughly the same treatment as at E3. If it's anything more then I suppose I will be pleasantly surprised.
Nightengale
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It made perfect sense that Sony's going to focusing its attention & resources on their new baby, one that is more important to the success of SCE & Sony, in a market's that's more console-than-handheld.
A lot of Sony's internal resources are still tied up by the PS3, and with an upcoming next-gen console launching soon, there was no way in hell they were going to divert away anymore resources than they can afford to from the PS4.
Aside from Japanese 3rd-party studios and maybe parts of Japan Studio, I really don't think it's rational to have high expectations of Vita for the year or so, painful as it may be.
A lot of Sony's internal resources are still tied up by the PS3, and with an upcoming next-gen console launching soon, there was no way in hell they were going to divert away anymore resources than they can afford to from the PS4.
Aside from Japanese 3rd-party studios and maybe parts of Japan Studio, I really don't think it's rational to have high expectations of Vita for the year or so, painful as it may be.
Captain Tuttle
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poor Vita, Sony has given up on you
Don't read too much into the statement IMO. It's just standard PR from the facebook guys 
They don't even know what the announcements will be. Their PS4 show could even be "let's have an updated look at the E3 games once again".
I'd give much more credit to what top euro executives like Jim Ryan have stated.
They don't even know what the announcements will be. Their PS4 show could even be "let's have an updated look at the E3 games once again".
I'd give much more credit to what top euro executives like Jim Ryan have stated.
Devilgunman
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WTF? Didn't they say Gamecom will be Vita show?
fluffydelusions
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Vita is a PS4 controller now
You forgot The Last Guardian, rebuilt from scratch for Vita
's rear pad: dem Trico's feathers touch feeling
