ZeroMaverick
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Really hope it comes to Vita.
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Bandai Namco teases new GOD EATER project
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Tanked was probably too harsh on my part but the persistent idea that hunting games will take off if they just got console/PC releases is mind numbing when we see several notable examples doing exactly the opposite. It's also too bad that the one genre example I think would've had a good shot at real success (PSO2) gets forever held back in Japan.I can't talk for PS4, but Toukiden is the only one that tanked on Steam, and not because it's a bad game, but because it's a bad port by Tecmo-Koei (who don't have a very good reputation on Steam to put it mildly). God Eater did fine.
That's actually a pretty decent number on Steam for a full-price release of an 'unknown' franchise. The port and game are great, so it's only going to increase with every subsequent sale.
Of course, not having a handheld version or bad version is probably not a good idea for most japanese games.
Meanwhile on the lowly unpopular 3DS Monster Hunter has continued chugging along and cultivatied a sizable loyal western audience (now a million strong, more than all other PC/console hunters combined). But you know, it'd REALLY take off if it was just on Steam/PS4.
With the sales distribution of the previous games in Japan, and the shitshow Toukiden 2 turned out to be, that's not happening.Hopefully this means a PS4 and PC lead platform base, with no vita version. I'd like to see god eater get the best technicals possible, not be held back by current handheld technology
With the sales distribution of the previous games in Japan, and the shitshow Toukiden 2 turned out to be, that's not happening.
No? But toukiden came out on all 3 platforms and still sold like shit. I expect this to be marketed heavily in the west, and not just dependant on lower end japanese vita players
Grim Patron
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.With the sales distribution of the previous games in Japan, and the shitshow Toukiden 2 turned out to be, that's not happening.
No? But toukiden came out on all 3 platforms and still sold like shit. I expect this to be marketed heavily in the west, and not just dependant on lower end japanese vita players
Lower end? It's not going to get these kind of numbers in any other country, on any other Sony platform. Bamco US's level of marketing isn't going to change that.
just for comparison
Media Create Sales: CY 2015 (2014 Dec 29 - 2016 Jan 03)
http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1277070
[PSV] God Eater 2: Rage Burst <ACT> (Bandai Namco Games) {2015.02.19} (¥5.690) - 356.996 / NEW (234.180 <80,60%>)
[PS4] God Eater 2: Rage Burst <ACT> (Bandai Namco Games) {2015.02.19} (¥6.640) - 60.484 / NEW (37.824 <70,00%>)
[PSV] God Eater: Resurrection <ACT> (Bandai Namco Games) {2015.10.29} (¥5.210) - 175.522 / NEW (126.876 <76,02%>)
[PS4] God Eater: Resurrection <ACT> (Bandai Namco Games) {2015.10.29} (¥6.170) - 40.730 / NEW (25.700 <73,94%>)
Tanked was probably too harsh on my part but the persistent idea that hunting games will take off if they just got console/PC releases is mind numbing when we see several notable examples doing exactly the opposite. It's also too bad that the one genre example I think would've had a good shot at real success (PSO2) gets forever held back in Japan.
Meanwhile on the lowly unpopular 3DS Monster Hunter has continued chugging along and cultivatied a sizable loyal western audience (now a million strong, more than all other PC/console hunters combined). But you know, it'd REALLY take off if it was just on Steam/PS4.
How many of them actually take advantage of the hardware they are on is part of the equation in my opinion. I wouldn't expect PS4 games that look like uprezed psp games (because that's what most have been so far) to light the charts on fire.
I love these games but I loathe playing them on handhelds
It's kinda interesting to see the discrepancies in ownership numbers considering both games are only available in a bundle on PC.How many more Japanese hunting games have to tank on PS4/Steam before this myth is debunked?
Not amazing on Steam at least. According to Steamspy:
God Eater Resurrection: 36,467 ± 4,929
God Eater 2 Rage Burst: 35,769 ± 4,882
GE2RB PS4 also ranked pretty low in the PAL charts but the fact it showed up at all was probably a miracle.
But yeah, not sure how to interpret the numbers. 35k for a relatively unknown Japanese franchise releasing on PC for the first time at 60 bucks? Hm
How many of them actually take advantage of the hardware they are on is part of the equation in my opinion. I wouldn't expect PS4 games that look like uprezed psp games (because that's what most have been so far) to light the charts on fire.
I love these games but I loathe playing them on handhelds
So you expect Toukiden 2 on ps4/pc to sell well because they made a big open world game?
So you expect Toukiden 2 on ps4/pc to sell well because they made a big open world game?
Not really because as much as I enjoy many of their games Koei has never put out huge hits outside of maybe DOA. I do think if they marketed it right that could be more successful then the first game but that wouldn't be saying much.
I could see a God Eater, Monster Hunter or hunting game from From Software being successful if it took advantage of modern hardware though.
It's kinda interesting to see the discrepancies in ownership numbers considering both games are only available in a bundle on PC.
But yeah, not sure how to interpret the numbers. 35k for a relatively unknown Japanese franchise releasing on PC for the first time at 60 bucks? Hm
SteamSpy is just statistical analysis and can't be completely accurate, that's why you also always have a margin of error.
Those numbers aren't amazing, but they're fine. As you said, relative unknown japanese franchise first time on PC at full price. It will be more interesting to see how well it does after the next couple sales.
Update on this game is coming in February to coincide with the series' 7th anniversary as per the Producer on Twitter. He specifically names this as a home release.
https://twitter.com/tommy_feb_26
https://twitter.com/tommy_feb_26
GhostTrick
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As there was sales talk about the Steam version, it's now sitting at 112k. Sales tripled since the thread was made.
isaacnukem
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Unless the Switch releases on the 26th of February, this means it's coming out for the PS4, right?
PS: I have a moral obligation to ask for a .hack remaster collection on every God Eater/SAO thread
PS: I have a moral obligation to ask for a .hack remaster collection on every God Eater/SAO thread
Unless the Switch releases on the 26th of February, this means it's coming out for the PS4, right?
PS: I have a moral obligation to ask for a .hack remaster collection on every God Eater/SAO thread
The date is for an update about the game, not the release.
But it's a given that the game will release on PS4.
Unless the Switch releases on the 26th of February, this means it's coming out for the PS4, right?
PS: I have a moral obligation to ask for a .hack remaster collection on every God Eater/SAO thread
I'm not sure what you mean. The Switch is going to be announced in full in less than two weeks, so the gates will be open for third party announcements thereafter.
Not that I'm saying that this is coming to Switch, but being announced in February doesn't have any bearing on whether it will be announced for Switch.
Unless the Switch releases on the 26th of February, this means it's coming out for the PS4, right?
PS: I have a moral obligation to ask for a .hack remaster collection on every God Eater/SAO thread
It's coming out on PlayStation regardless of whether there's a switch version or not. Switch exclusivity would put it head to head with MH.
Ooo, that's a nice bit of info.As there was sales talk about the Steam version, it's now sitting at 112k. Sales tripled since the thread was made.
It's coming out on PlayStation regardless of whether there's a switch version or not. Switch exclusivity would put it head to head with MH.
So just like the PSP where it wasn't an issue?
isaacnukem
Member
So there is a possibility this is a Switch exclusive, I misread what February 26th is for.
So there is a possibility this is a Switch exclusive, I misread what February 26th is for.
Not a chance IMO. There's more chance of it skipping Switch altogether.
Cool, looking forward to more info.Update on this game is coming in February to coincide with the series' 7th anniversary as per the Producer on Twitter. He specifically names this as a home release.
https://twitter.com/tommy_feb_26
To be fair, I think that's largely because of its sale price. Two games for $20 is pretty appealing to the average consumer.As there was sales talk about the Steam version, it's now sitting at 112k. Sales tripled since the thread was made.
E: and yeah, I doubt GE3 will be on Switch. They've carved up a niche on Sony platforms so I don't see them changing things up.
Kojirospath
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I hope they bring back both blood arts and predator styles. Especially the predator stylrs. Really miss those playing GERB.
To be fair, I think that's largely because of its sale price. Two games for $20 is pretty appealing to the average consumer.
E: and yeah, I doubt GE3 will be on Switch. They've carved up a niche on Sony platforms so I don't see them changing things up.
I feel like the game could have done better if Namco had set-up the way Resurrection was handled better. As it is it feels like barely anyone even knows you get 2 games in one unless you're already a fan (and even then there are always people thinking Resurrection being a preoder offer only or being surprised that they actually got 2 games with the purchase).
It's not really noticeable that Resurrection is included with just a glance, there's no store page for it, so no chance to find the game by searching for it or reviews for it, etc.
I can't really say how much of an impact this really made, but I do think they missed themselves a good number of sales.
Anyway, still looking forward to more news.