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Playground: Our RPG Influenced the Deal with Microsoft; We're Looking for Success in Another Genre

Playground Games talked about what drove them to do the unannounced RPG open world project and how it influenced the studio's acquisition by Microsoft.

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KaiPow2013d ago

I'm excited to see them get out of their wheelhouse, so to speak. If it's actually going to be Fable, you've got my attention.

Alexious2013d ago

I mean, Forza Horizon 4 is already set in Britain so they've done their research on the environments given that Fable's Albion is basically a fantasy version of Britain. Of course, there are so many things like combat, RPG systems etc. that they never had to do for the racing game.

Immorals2013d ago

Playground are a British studio anyway

Skull5212013d ago

Highly doubt it’s Fable. Doubt they’d pitch an idea for an existing IP that isn’t theirs to Microsoft, I’m pretty sure it will be something new.

rainslacker2012d ago

Didn't they say it was a new IP, and were also talking about multi-plat at about the same time?

They wouldn't have to pitch Fable to MS.

Hopefully they don't end up making Fable, and make a new IP. But if not, I'm sure they'd probably make a good Fable.

NewMonday2012d ago (Edited 2012d ago )

I'm calling it!

Playground and Obsedian are co-developing an RPG

this will be a Witcher/HorizonZD killer, a game that combines great graphics with great RPG mechanics.

yes this is how competition brings gamers great stuff

these are my comments from 2 months ago about Obsidian's strengths and weaknesses (MS must have been listening :P)

http://n4g.com/comments/red...

http://n4g.com/comments/red...

It was MS who bounced on the chance so kudos to them

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Kribwalker2013d ago

These guys have mastered the racing genre, releasing the 2 best racing games this gen, i’m excited to see what they have in store next with an open world RPG. Exciting times ahead for PLAYGROUND and Ms

spwittbold2013d ago

Probably 2 best racing games of all time.

lxeasy2013d ago

This is going to be amazing. Playground Games has proven they are worthy developers, Can't wait to play there next big open world RPG.

Gazondaily2013d ago

They've definitely proven themselves to be extremely talented devs. It does remain to be seen whether they can achieve good results in another genre though. I have a lot of confidence in them mind you considering how great their games are.

Vasto2013d ago

Thank you Playground Games.

ccgr2013d ago

Can't wait to see what they bring to the table :)

MWH2012d ago

People disagreeing even on nice gestures are obnoxious to say the least.

AngainorG7X2013d ago

Man this game will melt eyes on next gen.

King_Noctis2013d ago

It is Fable based on the rumor on Eurogamer.

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Take-Two CEO: We're So Focused on Delivering More Value Than We Charge

Take-Two head honcho Strauss Zelnick states every time they establish a price, they want to make sure it's "good news for consumers."

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Petebloodyonion1h ago

It's the why we close servers after 2 years, why we re-use the same assets every year, and why we bundle our game with enjoyable microtransactions.

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Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2 launch trailer will send shivers down your spine

Ninja Theory's latest trailer for their highly anticipated narrative action-adventure Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2 is absolute cinema.

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Reaper22_4h ago

Like I said before, buying Ninja Theory was one of the smartest moves by Microsoft. Games looks incredible.

Rynxie48m ago

Unfortunately, their games aren't big sellers. Will MS shut them down if hellblade 2 sells below expectations?

Obscure_Observer31m ago

"Like I said before, buying Ninja Theory was one of the smartest moves by Microsoft. Games looks incredible."

Indeed.

Just a few hours to go

I can´t wait!

z2g4h ago

badass. already installed via gamepass. if its as great as the first one I will pay for the whole game.

jwillj2k43h ago

Here we go again. Is this a game or a choose your own adventure???

purple1013h ago

if you choose left, turn to page 39, if you proceed forward, turn to page 43, to turn right, page 209, you finished the book early,

no but seriously this looks like Microsofts first hit, or should I say, first game of standout quality.

jwillj2k42h ago

Never questioned the quality. Question is will there be a need for the controller.

Tedakin53m ago

If it's anything like the first game, you will spend a lot of timing walking and solving puzzles, with some fights thrown in.

Elda2h ago

LOL! Didn't send any shivers down my spine but I'll demo it after midnight tonight through Gamepass to see what it's giving.

Obscure_Observer50m ago

After the midnight? I see...

Day one as expected for another game that you said you had zero interest.

rlow12h ago

It looks amazing, I’m hoping the reviews are solid. You can tell the studio really poured their heart and soul into this one.

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