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Why Do We Hate Bobby Kotick?

Nathan Schmidt writes...

"Maybe the title of this article is a little to all-encompassing. As I am not a psychic, nor have I taken a poll on the subject lately, I can only speak to why I hate Bobby Kotick. Though, I think it’s fair to say that a large segment of the gaming populace has had reason enough to hate the “Big B” at one point or another..."

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zeeshan8105444d ago

Everyone hates him because he only cares about MONEY $$$$.

Chubear5444d ago (Edited 5444d ago )

... like he gives a damn.

His language is money. You keep making his games sell record breaking numbers and lap up his DLC like pigs to slop and that tells him you love him.

I'm sure he's all torn up that nerds on teh internetz write that they don't like him. Keeps him up at night not able to enjoy all the parties, girls and lavish lifestyle gamers have given him I'm sure :/

zeeshan8105444d ago (Edited 5444d ago )

He told IW that if COD MW2 sells more than MW1 he will give every IW employee bonus but he didn't.

Plus he didn't pay Jason West and Vince Zampella $82 million. -___- I sure don't want to be this guy who is hated by almost everyone in the gaming industry.

Also I know most developers/ publishers don't care about money they want to make games that will sell a lot. Look at TakeTwo they said they won't release Mafia II and Red Dead Redemption because they felt the game needs more time. Now Red Dead Redemption is out and its pretty damn good, Mafia II is not out but 2K Games showed a lot of game plays and screenshots that will make Mafia II sell a lot.

Elimin85444d ago

Because he makes it easy...

My 2Cents...

tplarkin75444d ago

He's only trying to make a living. To "hate" him for his business sense is irrational.

pustulio5444d ago

Seriously? A "living"?

You gotta be fucking kidding me...

karl5444d ago

what? seriously? its not like hes force to fuck developers and gamers so he can have food on his table man =S

mastiffchild5444d ago

Well, he's NOTHING like me. Firstly, the fact that he doesn't game himself renders a lot of what he says pointless and when he speaks like he knows what we want and what we deserve it's laughable. I'd never talk from a position of total ignorance like I was God in the way he does.

Seriously, some of his outbursts would not have been tolerated by other groups of consumers and the constant knocking of competitors business models and such is also pretty contemptible from a man set on running successful franchises into the ground in a shortsighted rush for cash and more cash. Making profits is fine in a capitalist world and nobody minds him doing that but when it hurts our gaming experiences like it has with corners being cut in MW2 then it's all kinds of wrong. Market leading FPS in 2009 should have dedicated servers across all platforms it's released on if it wants to remain in that position as PP hurts gamers gaming. Giving twice the budget IW had to those marketing a game that needed barely ANY marketing is another insult to us all and it never stops with this guy. No betas, too little testing and so on. He made every cut and they cut every corner for profit and it DID hurt the game and does to this day.

He described MW2 as "premium" at every turn and P2P, under tested games and excessive price hikes do NOT make a premium experience. The man annoys because his actions are deliberately aggressive and designed to get under the skin of the very people who keep in in his lifestyle-he shows no respect to those paying his wages and as such deserves nothing but our derision. We aren't like him at all, thank the lord.

I severely doubt any of us would hurt gaming just for a few extra pennies and Bobby continually proves to us that he would.

Chuk_Chuk5444d ago

This guy will ruin the industry to make his "living". That is why we hate him and i hope that when the previous bosses of IW sue Activisions asses, they take the rights to COD with them or form a new company that creates an FPS that rivals COD because activision and this crazy fool have a grip on the casual market and will drive the gaming industry 6 FT under with there money making schemes.

mirroredderorrim5444d ago (Edited 5444d ago )

I guess if this guy pissed in your food, then stood over you, with his patented Kotick-Grin;you'd just tip your hat and keep eating?

Screw that.

zeeshan8105443d ago

Do you know anything about Bobby?

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fatstarr5444d ago (Edited 5444d ago )

Because he would sell videogames for 100-120$ if he could get away with it. and he talks like a Male hooker when it comes to money. Too gready. THe only thing hes doin good is becoming the needed Main enemy of the gaming industry.

Chris3995444d ago (Edited 5444d ago )

then it is to loathe ourselves. After all, if gamers weren't buying Activision games, he wouldn't be nearly as relevant.

There's no one to blame for Bobby but consumers as a whole: the man himself is just doing his job - gouging, by any means possible to make the most $.

Next time you want to get angry at Bobby Kottick, look at the copy of Modern Warfare on your shelf and then slap yourself - soundly - in the face. At least then, the rage would be better placed.

MagicAccent5444d ago

Agreed, a little solidarity in the gaming community would be a nice breath of fresh air.
It seems too me I was the only one who actually went though the the MW2 boycott for example.

I mean come on people, sure the man's clearly evil, like stewie griffin meets palpatine. But who can blame him for that when you guys makes it so easy for him :P

MysticStrummer5443d ago (Edited 5443d ago )

I'm proud to say I didn't buy MW2. It looked like more of the same mindless run and gun BS, and there are already too many of those games around. OT - I hate him because he opens his mouth. Sure, all companies are out to make money, but not all of them are blatantly obvious about their money grubbing ways to the point where it seems like they are thumbing their nose at the consumer. I hope Activision enjoys their run because it will end sooner than they think with a guy like him in control.

Akagi5444d ago

I bet he hasn't actually sat down in his huge mansion and experienced MW2 online.

Kassanova075443d ago

To be blunt, Kotick is a greedy cocksucker who needs to get slapped.

Eddie201015442d ago

Why Do We Hate Bobby Kotex?

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PirateThom5444d ago

Because he's the hero video games deserve, but not the one it needs right now. So we'll hunt him because he can take it. Because he's not our hero. He's a silent guardian, a watchful protector. A dark knight.

Komega5444d ago

Best comment EVER! Bubbles:)

eggbert5444d ago

I was watching that particular scene on TV last night.

Blacktric5444d ago

Try harder. Maybe you can replace Carlos Mencia.

mirroredderorrim5444d ago

A rock is funnier than Mencia.

Blacktric5444d ago

He has absolutely no talent and steals all his jokes and combines them with old Mexican accent, then idiot crowd laughs at him.

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Spenok5443d ago (Edited 5443d ago )

Lmao, good one. Keep the Comedy comming.

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Godmars2905444d ago

Because he's openly put the concerns of stockholders over those of the people he's trying to sell product to. Basing his business strategy on a model of exploitation and low quality product, as well as failing to reward workers whenever possible. Creating a stressful work environment just for the sake of it, which only reduces creativity.

That the last alone is actually known by the general gamer, is a rumor with examples, hardly speaks well of the man.

pippoppow5444d ago

Some people think anything goes in business. That kind of thinking lets the BKs of the world get away with murder. There are companies that run their business out of love and integrity. Sure money making is a primary goal just not the only one.

mastiffchild5444d ago

Indeed, Godmars and adding in that he speaks from a position of near total ignorance about games quality makes then man even more of an eyesore on the skyline of our industry. Can you imagine, say, an oil exec speaking the way he does without the necessary knowledge to back up his views? Wouldn't happen and that's the arrogance of the man-he thinks so little of us that he is prepared to tell us what's best for our gaming without ever doing any!

at least when he talks about prices and greed he's honest(if a bit disgusting)and it's when he tries to tell us WHY his games deserve more of our cash from a position of never having played them it gets truly insulting.

dorron5444d ago

Perfectly stated...bubbles up!

biggame9015444d ago

My points exactly. Well said.

Komega5444d ago

Not all of Activision's published products are low quality. Sure MW2's multiplayer was a bit of a disappointment, but I've been having a blast with War For Cybertron. Everything else I agree with though:)

mrv3215444d ago

The transformers game IS mediocore, but no one expected it to be so you get surprised.
MW2 was supposed to be the second coming, the hype behind this game meant stupid videos of a 3D person mode would get like 2,000 degrees and when it came out we where like 'Isn't this just MW but with pro perks, overpowered perks and titles'

Cernunnos5443d ago

The problem is that MW2 is too unlike MW imo, just in the wrong direction. COD4 was a much harder game, and the skill trechold was high. MW2 is as n00b friendly as a FPS can be..

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Xbox May Update: Retro Classics Come to Xbox Game Pass, PC Gaming Updates, and More

A variety of new updates are available this month across the gaming platforms. Coming today, Retro Classics games are available to play for Xbox Game Pass members. Players who stream on the Xbox app on PC now have an additional streaming option with GeForce Now. Game Bar introduces quick settings, visual updates for Widgets in Compact Mode, and coming soon, Microsoft Edge Game Assist, an in-game browser that brings an immersive game-centric experience to Edge. And Xbox gift cards can now be redeemed for any amount via Xbox Rewards.

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darthv7215d ago

While i appreciate the gesture.... all of these retro classics have been made available everywhere else. I am hoping to see some other Activision properties make their way out of the shackles of the 5th, 6th and 7th gen. Licensing be damned... bring back the Transformers Cybertron games.

P_Bomb15d ago

Love the Cybertron games! TF games have been shit lately. Would love to see that era revisited. I even did the multiplayer!

MrBaskerville15d ago

Is the retro classics for all consoles?

Obscure_Observer15d ago

Metaphor on Gamepass just announced! O.o

Seriously, this is the best generation of Xbox ever!!!

We can´t catch a freaking break from awesome games arriving all the time!!!

Deathdeliverer15d ago

It’s a HELL of a game. If you like JRPGs in the family of Persona, you will be in heaven… that is until you hear the various battle music…. then you’ll be somewhere BEYOND heaven!

babadivad14d ago

Just finished Clair Obscur. This should be fun.

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Activision Working On Open-World Multiplayer IP Based On New Engine

According to a developer working on the title, Activision is working on a narrative-based open-world game based on a new engine through its new studio.

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The Thing That Transformed Gaming Most Was PlayStation 1, Says Ex-Activision CEO

The former Activision CEO said in an interview that PlayStation 1 is what transformed gaming the most because of its innovative technology.

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italiangamer102d ago

Gaming is what it is today thanks to the PS1.

lukasmain101d ago

First game I played on my PS1 was FF7, and it was the best game I'd ever played in my life up until that point and for many years after. I was originally all on Nintendo. But since PS1, I've been mostly all on Playstation since. I got a Switch though

ravens52101d ago

Been all in on PS since PS1. I played Metal Gear Solid and FF7 on there first. I've had the Genisis, SNES, Dreamcast, Saturn, Gamegear, Gameboy, N64, Switch and all the PS systems except The Go and PSP

Knushwood Butt101d ago

I went MD > SNES > NEO GEO CD > PS2 > Gamecube > PS3 > PS4 > PS5

WelkinCole100d ago

Same. Was a Nintendo fan but after PS1 came out it was hard to stick with nin

Michiel1989100d ago

lmao copium. Bobby Kottick sucks and is wrong except when he strokes your ego hahaha come on man since when are we listening to Epstein's friend.

Outside_ofthe_Box100d ago

You're not making the point you think you're making...

Most would agree the PS1 was a pivotal point in gaming history. Has nothing to do with Bobby stroking egos lol.

If you disagree, feel free share what you think changed gaming the most.

darthv72101d ago (Edited 101d ago )

I feel like I was born at the right time... to experience the various impacts the gaming hobby has witnessed over the years. From the initial offering of Pong, to the cart swapping era of the VCS (2600) to Nintendo and the NES dominance and the new beginning of Genesis. But nothing is as transformative as the PS1. I was 22 at the time of its release and for the first time felt that gaming was aimed at my age group... it was more mature and just overall a different vibe than any of the previous generations / platforms i grew up with. Shelling out that $299 on launch day as well as picking up such classic as Wipeout and Ridge Racer. It was a magical time.

....and i have never experienced anything like it since. Sure there were better systems released after, but I was spoiled by the PS1. It was truly revolutionary... and everything after that was just evolutionary.

raWfodog101d ago

Your journey sounds a lot like mine. My first console was Atari 2600 when I was 7. Then I got a ColecoVision, Commodore 64, TurboGrafx, Sega Genesis, Sega Saturn. What's funny is that I originally was not interested in the Playstation when it first came out. I had a Nintendo 64 after my Sega Saturn, skipping over the Playstation. It wasn't until Final Fantasy VII was released that I suddenly wanted a Playstation and finally realized on what I was missing out on.

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refocusedman100d ago

i agree with you that the ps1 was transformative, but I don't think that it was more mature than previous systems. the Sega cd and tgx16 already crossed that line with a ton of their titles.

Gamingsince1981100d ago

Yeah but 4 people owned them so it didn't make any impact.

Relientk77101d ago

The original PlayStation is still my favorite console, that and the PS2. I will never forget the vast amount of amazing games and everything complete on the disc, no downloading, no online, and games were just fun. I am glad I grew up during this era and I definitely had a great childhood in terms of gaming.

CrimsonWing69101d ago

I actually strongly agree with this. You have to look at where a lot of these major franchises started or became mainstream, and it was on this platform. It sucks seeing where gaming is now as compared to then, but it is what it is.

justsomeoffdude101d ago

Who the f**k is giving this man a platform to speak????

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