TemTem's PS4 and Xbox One Versions Cancelled

TemTem is CanCanned on PS4 and Xbox One after an announcement on KickStarter.

[ziggurcat]

Didn't they only just show this yesterday?

[Nitrowolf2]

they did but for ps5 iirc

[Vits]

Xbox One and PS4 cancelled.
Xbox Series X and PS5 confirmed.

[Razmiran]

And switch version is still on

[NotoriousWhiz]

This is the problem with "journalists". Why did they feel the need to leave out the series X / PS5 from the title / description?

[anonymousfan]

This is weird I mean it didnt look particularly demanding graphically and given the install base on PS4 and XBO its a weird move.

[NovusTerminus]

Likely a logistical issue, be it coding or publishing they might just not have the man power to do it all.

[anonymousfan]

That makes sense. Its still coming to the Switch so definitely not about power.

[Godmars290]

Not to mention network/server support.

[Imortus_san]

The Xbox One games work on Xbox Series so they would have zero extra work.

[Teflon02]

Imortus
On PS5 and XSX it would word but it requires more work. They'd have to still make sure no issues across PS4, PS4 Pro and if some issues with ps5 they'll have to fix that as well. That's essentially twice the development. While exactly the same on Xbox. Also noting it as a PS5 and XSX title will gain more interest by the time it drops. So it's just easier, plus development doesn't require as much work. It's a win win for them. For the ppl who wanted but wasn't getting next gen right away. It's not great for though

[oasdada]

Yeah but a weird decision because if they scrapped the ps5/series X version and made the ps4/xb1 version wouldnt be able work automatically as a backwards compatible game on the nextgen machines? For me the more logical patth would've been to scrap the nextgen versions

[NovusTerminus]

@BayAreaBird

No I did not, so I went in and read it... It's a logistical issue where they do not have the man power to meet all the demand and deadlines... As I previously stated...

[phoenixwing]

@godmars above
you probably have the real reason they cancelled them, they would be shutting down the servers for those consoles shortly (most likely)

[Skuletor]

Highly unlikely, aren't the PS3 servers still going? Not sure about the 360 side

[Teflon02]

I can confirm PS3 runs on PSN without issue. I mean, the store on it is slow. But that's about it. Games like CoD still run and alot of p2p games are playable if the audience is there

[JEECE]

Lol the "prior gen install base" argument. I've missed that old chestnut. I love forward to seeing it a lot the next year and a half.

[yeahokwhatever]

it would play fine on newer phones..

[caddytrek]

That seems like a mistake.

[sprinterboy]

I guess making the game run properly on ps4/pro/xbox one/S/SAD and one x/series X would be too much work.

[Edgelordsupreme]

You do realize there isn't special work required for games to run on the One S or SAD right?

[MadLad]

I get thinking about the future, but you'd assume they would want to cater to the large demographic who already own current gen consoles.

[mania568]

they dont have the manpower to have all these versions going with all the bug fixing they keep doing after each update, at that time they have the game finished most people will be already on next gen consoles

[Bathyj]

People don't understand making games is work just like doi6ng holes or building houses. It takes time money and effort. More platforms is more effort.

[rainslacker]

Even if they have the manpower, it still cost money to push an update through the consoles certification process. You get two free certifications with every license on xbox and ps. Not sure about nintendo. After that, you pay a specific amount depending in which license you released the game under and what kind of update its classified as(basic for bug fixes, or not basic for added content releases). There are other categories as well depending on the console.

As older consoles move out of the market, continuing to support them in such a way can be a loss situation for games that may not be big releases.

[yeahokwhatever]

when you're a small studio, you need to think of ways to more effectively market your product. being part of a launch window of a new system will result in more attention, for free.

[Razmiran]

This is weird, especially since its still coming to the switch

[Stanjara]

I thought that recent PS4 titles also have to run on the ps5. ( in some form due to the bc)
So this is strange move to push ps5 but whatever.

[BrainSyphoned]

I was going to get this for my three kids on their three PS4’s so they could play together. Guess I’ll just stick with my Steam copy, thanks for the savings.

[yeahokwhatever]

i got it for my kids on their gaming PCs.

[frostypants]

Temwhatnow?

[MasterChief3624]

I was concerned about the PS4 version after they only mentioned it coming to PS5 at that State of Play. But I was hopeful that I was fearmongering myself. This is too bad for those that aren't yet prepared to jump to the next-gen and only have a PS4 or Xbox One. It doesn't make sense to me why it wouldn't come to those. It's not a demanding game, especially if it's still coming to Switch.

It always comes off as a little scummy when people back something on Kickstarter for a certain console and then that one is canceled. It's to be expected when it comes to Vita, 3DS, or Wii U ports, but for consoles that are still hot, hot, hot? It's just frustrating.

[yeahokwhatever]

its super scummy.

[Terry_B]

Typical "thegamer.com" Headline and Article.

[Silver_ShadoWolf]

The thing is, people who donated to Kickstarter were sold on the fact that they would be getting it for this gen. If they aren’t going to buy next gen, then their money toward the game was a waste. They should give refunds to PS4 and Xbox players since we won’t be getting it on our system. Not everyone will make the jump to next gen, especially with everything feeling like the current gen.

[Fastandslow]

and so it begins

[Godmars290]

The glorious future of online gaming?

[yeahokwhatever]

it makes more sense from a marketing standpoint to be "one of the first ps5 games" vs. being "one of the 300 games coming out on ps4 just before the ps5 launches". basically, its a long term strategy to hopefully build a base with the ps5 for the eventual sequel by being a possible stand-out title in the early next-gen.