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Why From Software chose Activision to publish Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice

"When From Software knocks on your door and says 'hey, we wanna make a game,' you have only one answer right?"

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Relientk772499d ago

Game looks great you can tell it used to be Tenchu, especially by the grappling hook. Hopefully their next game is a full-on new Tenchu game.

DarXyde2498d ago

Sadly, this is Activision we're talking about. I'm supposing that, if we did get a new Tenchu, it would be more like that disaster Tenchu Z than a real follow up to Fatal Shadows.

NapalmSanctuary2498d ago

I would prefer something that would qualify as a true follow up to Tenchu 2. Nothing after it neither maintained its contribution to the series or built on it like it should have. If they do make a new one, development should be given to Acquire.

DarXyde2498d ago

NapalmSanctuary,

The only point that I'm trying to make is that if they made a Tenchu, Activision would likely choose to go the Tenchu Z route because, as a multiplayer game, it is far easier to monetize and Activision would love that.

I have fond memories of Wrath of Heaven, though the first two are better games. We agree on this. I only use Fatal Shadows as a point of reference because it was the last traditional Tenchu game.

Lord_Sloth2498d ago

I'm confused as to why you would label Tenchu Z as a disaster and not the absolutely horrible Tenchu 4... Z was fun and plenty enjoyable.

Spurg2499d ago

"We know how to take big games to market. We know how to publish and market these games in the Western market, and in the eastern side... so using these resources helps to get the game in as many hands as possible and that's what we're here to do for these guys."

They wanted their franchises to be more popular and I think Activision was the right choice.

UltraNova2498d ago (Edited 2498d ago )

How much more exposure do they need after claiming(rightfully so) an entire genre for themselves (soulslike) while we are at a point whete anyone wanting to describe a hard game they would most probably make a Soulsborne reference?

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xX-oldboy-Xx2498d ago

People that buy a game because it says 'Activision' on the box are not the target audience for a FROM SOFTWARE game. It's a strange pairing that's for sure.

UltraNova2498d ago (Edited 2498d ago )

Ok guys lets get somethings straight here. Act is by far the bigger publisher with far more marketing cash and reach than NamcoB could ever hope for. They can and most probably will reach more eyes and ears than the former. So in that sense FS made a good choice.

But Act is not your friendly, non-service, monetized game neighbor. In other words they are good at marketing huge MP games and making a shit ton money off them for years.

With that in mind Shekiro is a strictly SP game. What gives? What's Acti's angle here? Are they into SP games now? Better yet what's FS's angle? Will the game have some MT or monetisation feature?

Yes they do publish the occasional SP game, like the Crash remaster but thats an established hugely requested, no risk move.

The reason I cant get this deal is that knowing Activision's history they could have struck some kind of a deal with FS that spans years (see Bungie) so will FS turn to MP games now? What does that mean for the genre, we all came to love(Soulsborne)?

Maybe I'm leaning way to much on this, who knows but history never lies.

Mystogan2498d ago

Remember when bungie said Activision was the right decision?

Baza2498d ago

Very true. Activision is better than EA though!

Mystogan2498d ago

They're really not, Activision is just as dirty as EA ,i'd say maybe even more so, they just seem to get away with It.

raWfodog2498d ago

I think it more a case of not wanting to put all of your eggs (or IPs in this case) in one basket. On both companies parts. FS wanted to expand away from Asia/Japanese publishers and Activision wanted to round out their portfolio of published games.

Seraphim2498d ago

It's always nice to see new IPs & Sekiro looks like another phenomenal game. Although I still hope that someday they stick with that Tenchu concept and capitalize on what the original such an incredible game and instant classic.

SoulWarrior2498d ago

The game looks amazing but I'm still slightly sceptical of Activions involvement, hopefully it won't stuck with an expensive season pass, have microtransactions or any tacked on MP mode.

AK912498d ago

Money and quite honestly I don't care if this is the case, I just want a good video game.

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The Alters Developer Confirms Use of AI in Game

11 bit Studio, developers of The Alters, have confirmed they used generative AI in their game that appears in the background.

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It Has My Face — Game Overview • VGMM

In the future clones walk amongst us, and you need to kill them before they kill you.

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Nintendo president apologizes for Switch 2 shortages

Nintendo president comments on the situation with Switch 2 stock and apologizes for shortages.

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jznrpg2d ago

I might get one in a couple years but I’m in no hurry. Nothing at launch I want to play.

GotGame8181d 16h ago

60 fps Switch games with higher resolution makes it worth it to me.

badz1491d 15h ago

you basically has no choice because it only has old games with ONE new exclusive and a scummy paid demo. old games are all you have and you fanboys are eating it up and let Nintendo get away with this.

PRIMORDUS2d ago

If there are no shortages then why can't we just easily order a Switch 2 online, from Best Buy, Target, Newegg, Amazon etc. No shortages means we can get it by any means, online or in store.

kindi_boy1d 8h ago

move your ass to the nearest Target or Best Buy and you'll find a lot of them.

Benjaminkno15h ago

I’ve been looking. They go as soon as they hit shelves. It’s ok fanboy. You’ll be ok

shinXseijuro2d ago

Maybe there’s shortages in Japan ? But they’re pretty much available lol

shinXseijuro2d ago

But hey saying that creates more hype right !

Good-Smurf1d 18h ago (Edited 1d 18h ago )

There isn't one in US, I saw plenty posting pictures of it many stores in still have plenty in stock.
This is just them referring to stock situation mostly in Japan.
Sounds like he low key also spreading FOMO pressuring people to go out and buy one for no good reason?
It's not exactly flying off the shelves here in Thailand though, there's basically no real hype here at all other than the fanboys lining up for it the first few days.
You can easily order one right now in Thailand from all the official authorized stores, not out of stock at all.
The price of 17800 THB or around 550 USD here for a standard SKU and high game prices probably has a lot to do with it.

badz1491d 15h ago

the standalone Switch 2 is more expensive than the PS5 slim in Malaysia and just $2 cheaper than the Disc PS5 Slim. what a rip-off

Benjaminkno15h ago

Some areas in the states have more demand than others. In Columbus Ohio you can’t find one.

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