This console generation Sony has profoundly exercised the significance of platform exclusives by showering their PS4 users with an abundance of software. Yet, there are some who would believe Sony's exclusives are not the real reason for the manufacturers massive PlayStation success this generation.
Xbox boss Phil Spencer explains that the new ASUS ROG Xbox Ally X is Microsoft's best collaboration between gaming and Windows teams.
The latest game in BioWare’s fantasy role-playing series went through ten years of development turmoil
In early November, on the eve of the crucial holiday shopping season, staffers at the video-game studio BioWare were feeling optimistic. After an excruciating development cycle, they had finally released their latest game, Dragon Age: The Veilguard, and the early reception was largely positive. The role-playing game was topping sales charts on Steam, and solid, if not spectacular, reviews were rolling in.
Its easy they called the die hard fans people in their nerd caves who will buy anything and then went woke to reach modern audiences....insulting the nerds in their caves along the way showing utter contempt for their fan base. very hapy it failed and any company who insults their fan base and treat their customers with contempt and insults, in future, i also hope fail.
It’s disappointing but not surprising to see what's happening with Dragon Age: The Veilguard and the broader situation at BioWare. The layoffs are tragic — no one wants to see talented developers lose their jobs. But when studios repeatedly create games that alienate their own fanbase, outcomes like this become unfortunately predictable.
There’s a pattern we’re seeing far too often: beloved franchises are revived, only to be reshaped into something almost unrecognizable. Changes are made that no one asked for, often at the expense of what originally made these games special. Then, when long-time fans express concern or lose interest, they’re told, “This game might not be for you.” But when those same fans heed that advice and don’t buy the game, suddenly they're labeled as toxic, sexist, bigoted, or worse.
Let’s be clear: the overwhelming majority of gamers have no issue with diversity, LGBTQ+ representation, or strong female leads. In fact, some of the most iconic characters in gaming — like Aloy, Ellie, or FemShep — are proof that inclusivity and excellent storytelling can and do go hand in hand. The issue arises when diversity feels performative, forced, or disconnected from the narrative — when characters or themes are inserted not to serve the story, but to satisfy a corporate DEI checklist. Audiences can tell the difference.
When studios chase approval from a vocal minority that often doesn’t even buy games — while simultaneously dismissing loyal fans who actually do — they risk not just the success of individual titles, but the health of their entire studio. Telling your core customers “don’t buy it if you don’t like it” is not a viable business strategy. Because guess what? Many of us won’t. And when the game fails commercially, blaming those very fans for not supporting it is both unfair and self-defeating.
Gamers aren’t asking for less diversity or less progress. We’re asking for better writing, thoughtful character development, and a respect for the franchises we’ve supported for decades. When you give people great games that speak to them — whether they’re old fans or new players — they will show up. But if you keep making games for people who don’t play them, don’t be surprised when those who do stop showing up
Next Level Racing just revealed an officially licensed flight simulation cockpit for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 and MSFS 2020.
Tempting... but I have to say I am more of an arcade deluxe cab fan. I loved the ones for Galaxy Force, Thunder Blade and After Burner.
“Console Exclusives Matter More Than You Think“
Agreed. And PlayStation is where the best exclusives are.
Who’s seriously saying exclusives don’t matter? Show your of hands!
No one denies that. Exclusive products define a brand. Problem is when some people make it out to be the sole factor of success. Which it's not, it's only one of the factor. There are other factors too. Wiiu had exclusive games but guess what? it flopped hard. The same games are now being ported to Nintendo Switch and receiving critical acclaim and actually selling this time. Portability is the main reason for such success for Switch, exclusive are just cherry on the cake.
Sony's exclusives prove why they matter. Their being award winning again and again make them a wanted commodity. But it's not just that. Its the variety from in house,2nd and 3rd parties that give them the worldwide brand that is known for giving gamers a choice.
You can't feed someone the same type of meals every time and expect them to not get tired of it. Only when you have no other choice will you eat it. And jump at the chance for anything new. Even if it's mediocre compared to a Porter house, T-bone or Sirloin steak. That's Microsoft's response. But it doesn't make any sense to most gamers on PS4. Microsoft is bringing home the bacon with their doctor level salary. But feeding the kids TV dinner Salisbury steak and freezer chicken nuggets. With that terrible mashed potatoes on the side. Blech!
It doesn't end there either. As the video stated. Sony's PSVR, and VR itself, is not a gimmick. Not just for gaming. It's a cost saving simulation technology being added to multiple fields. It's not going away. And PSVR has its own exclusives that are not found anywhere else on consoles. No matter what you think about VR, or those that can't play because of motion sickness, PSVR is helping Sony by stacking exclusives on top of exclusives. It's like having Christmas every week on the PS4 platform. "Too much variety" given to the Ratchet and Clank review on PS3 defines PS4. Every gamer in the world has too much to choose from.
There's another article, actually a yearly thing that Phil Spenser heads to Japan. Where are the Microsoft owned Japanese Studios? Again, with all that money they make, Not one reason a Japanese gamer would justify buying an Xbox if the company hasn't made **ONE** Japanese game for the platform this generation for them. Over 15 years in the industry. There are no excuses. Profits are their only cares. Looking to get paid without putting in the effort. And the excuses are:
"They are so much richer and can buy anybody." "Look at what they are doing on features." "Look at their services and subscriptions." "Just wait until next time." "You'll see."
While Sony just puts in work every generation. And the family gets to eat things like caviar,truffles and king crab legs on the weekends. Even the family dog is eating filet mignon cut into little bite sized pieces. It's so delicious that they end up gaining weight from all the food variety on Sony's train conductor salary.