Is this game a flop?

[Faiyez]

I was looking forward to this one since they made attractive characters to play as and the game is UE5 and uses all the cutting edge Nvidia tech which seems perfect for my new pc build.

But when the game is showcased and people are reminded that it exists, I'm seeing crazy amounts of cynicism and negativity. I am afraid this game is too formulaic and iterative of things that came before it and I also heard they tried some pretty scummy mtx stuff during the beta.

Should you bother picking this up at all or is it a waste of time?

[D. Flame]

It is fun:
https://youtu.be/aVU7fc3MOAQ?si=uKcSMnWv0hIImSGf

And it has emergent mechanics:
https://youtu.be/-0qnGKriCCY?si=fAl1XnayXx6xEABt
(which reminds me of coptering in Warframe before it was removed)

...showing just how much potential it has.

The negativity is because of the publisher, but they already listened to player feed back and removed Gatcha paint from the game, and the game isn't even out yet. So I think they deserve the benefit of doubt. The game is also free to play, so you lose nothing by giving it a try.

[Mosthra]

Do not spend any money within the first month of any game's release. Finish the main storyline, start the endgame content, and grinding for a while to determine if the game is worth your investment. This should be your top priority. After all, this game look seems good and appealing.

[D. Flame]

Publicado originalmente por Mosthra:

Do not spend any money within the first month of any game's release.

For me and F2P games, if I really like the game then, AFTER I HAVE PUT AT LEAST 100 HOURS INTO THE GAME, I am willing to spend up to $60 on it. Then even if the game shutters a few months later, then I have still gotten my money's worth.

[Sir Meowthius]

Publicado originalmente por D. Flame:

Publicado originalmente por Mosthra:

Do not spend any money within the first month of any game's release.

For me and F2P games, if I really like the game then, AFTER I HAVE PUT AT LEAST 100 HOURS INTO THE GAME, I am willing to spend up to $60 on it. Then even if the game shutters a few months later, then I have still gotten my money's worth.

Thats a valid POV and a positive way to show them its your wallet, not theirs.

[Mosthra]

Publicado originalmente por D. Flame:

Publicado originalmente por Mosthra:

Do not spend any money within the first month of any game's release.

For me and F2P games, if I really like the game then, AFTER I HAVE PUT AT LEAST 100 HOURS INTO THE GAME, I am willing to spend up to $60 on it. Then even if the game shutters a few months later, then I have still gotten my money's worth.

Indeed, spending money is the whale's duty, not ours. Play for fun, not to win.

[Hollow-Enigma]

Nothing to lose in giving this game a shot. Its just standard concerns about P2W and its impact on progression. I'm just going to play and see how things are, looks like a nice and varried experience.

[McIntyre]

I'm eager to play this game again. But for you I would say: even though it's free, don't bother. Your mind is already set that it's gonna be crap.

[Hollow-Enigma]

Publicado originalmente por McIntyre:

I'm eager to play this game again. But for you I would say: even though it's free, don't bother. Your mind is already set that it's gonna be crap.

Who has already made up their mind?

[McIntyre]

Publicado originalmente por Hollow-Enigma:

Publicado originalmente por McIntyre:

I'm eager to play this game again. But for you I would say: even though it's free, don't bother. Your mind is already set that it's gonna be crap.

Who has already made up their mind?

The OP. The question in the title is rhetorical. And the tone of the second half of the post supports that claim.

[Hollow-Enigma]

Yeah, no. I don't really think you can say that. You'd be claiming he's just here to doompost, which this doesn't exactly insinuate. Concerns are valid with some things they pulled earlier. This type of game design just catches a lot of scrutiny.

[Galroche]

honestly most of the "cynicism and negativity" are toward nexon more than the game (and they deserve every bit of hatred they get)

it's F2P so no reason not to try it and see if you like it.

[Hollow-Enigma]

I do believe Nexon appears to be leaning more towards lining their wallets rather than player satisfaction. But its not like give nul for player satisfaction also directly ties into their earnings. Just a risky stance to take. But this game is largely looking positive, save for a few things that look kinda dirty.

If i were to take charge of a game and monetize it my goal would be to earn as much good will as possible. Making people feel good about spending on my products, because they have been respected every step of the way.

[Moga CMDR]

Publicado originalmente por Faiyez:

I'm seeing crazy amounts of cynicism and negativity.

That is typical of the internet, especially gamers. So this really doesn't mean anything of value. People want to be upset, angry and cry about everything. They try to tear down everything, because they are perpetually sad. I wouldn't subscribe to that madness.

Once you learn to tune it out, you can make your own informed decisions without unneeded fluff.

Publicado originalmente por Faiyez:

I am afraid this game is too formulaic and iterative of things that came before it

That can be said of the vast majority of games. Games have formulas, and they improve or mix up things that have already existed. To avoid this you can play quirky, small indie games but you'll not get anything like this by a long shot.

Publicado originalmente por Faivez:

Should you bother picking this up at all or is it a waste of time?

One could firmly argue that playing games are generally a waste of time. It is a pastime. Something to pass time...But as long as you're having fun, it is time well spent.

Each individual will need to decide for themselves how much time, if any, is worth devoting to any game. I typically think if you have to ask, you might as well try for yourself. (its f2p after all)

Publicado originalmente por Faivez:

Is this game a flop?

This is a silly question, at best. As a title, it seems more like typical pot stirring that people do on steam. The game isn't even out, so how could it already be a flop? But I know that people obsess over these concepts, and I'm sure we will have nerds spewing non-stop updates in threads regarding the conncurrent player counts.

I'm sure within the first week there will be posts about how the game is "dead" because it doesn't have as many players as GTA. I'm sure people will show how during some times of the day, the population is lower than others. DEAD GAME will be all over the forums. But that won't mean anything.

If we were to be serious about the question though, we'd have to wait a few months to find out.

[relyt_dubb]

I played the technical test and both beta and I can not wait for this game to come out. Very fun game highly recommend to anyone!

[AFC_HIGHBURY]

It isn't out yet so can't answer your title. only you know if you want to pick it up, it's free, make your own mind up.