They probably just don't care.
It's not the PC version though, Stadia games are natively ported to the platform (blade). It's essentially like a streaming console.
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Media Create Sales: Week 16, 2020 (Apr 13 - Apr 19)
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How long until Phil gets it on Gamepass?
Yup, consider that this release has leaked because they specifically need a rating for Stadia as well. If it was the PC release that wouldn't be the case.
Yup, consider that this release has leaked because they specifically need a rating for Stadia as well. If it was the PC release that wouldn't be the case.
Maybe it's done for the sake of looking legitimate. Because if Stadia needs a rating, then what does that mean for other streaming platforms?
But ratings are optional, so Google just wants to look like a separate platform despite running on an intel/amd pc running linux
But ratings are optional, so Google just wants to look like a separate platform despite running on an intel/amd pc running linux
Sort of. The multiplayer portion had 2 PC releases actually but the solo game stayed Wii U exclusive.
Switch port when?
Square is clearly doing a lot with the Octopath franchise between the PC/Stadia ports, the mobile spin-off and the extended localization.
With 2m+ units sold it is clearly their biggest AA franchise and I am expecting them to push the sequel pretty hard.
With 2m+ units sold it is clearly their biggest AA franchise and I am expecting them to push the sequel pretty hard.
Square would have released it on PS4 already if they could. It seems clear to me that Nintendo's funding meant no other console version, but PC and seemingly stadia is fine.
Im happy that Octopath is coming to Stadia. hopefully all 4 people on the service will enjoy it.
Gamepass would imo be a huge get, so many new people to experience the game on PC.
Gamepass would imo be a huge get, so many new people to experience the game on PC.
The PSV entry launched a year later I believe ?
Nvm there was a typo on the GDL website.
Probably less what console makers think and more third parties making some kind to stipulations regarding any kind of exclusivity. Even bigger games like FF7 can't maintain full exclusivity and is coming to PC at least
Timed exclusives pretty much do the same job as full exclusive would (get the hardcore fans of the game buy your platform to play the game first) so it makes sense that console makers don't anymore spent tons of cash to make full exclusive deals. Not to mention it's more and more expensive especially with big AAA games like FFVII. I actually wonder what was last time big third party AAA game released exclusively on one platform. MGSIV maybe? Titanfall kinda but it came to PC too (at least it was console exclusive).
Aye that's my reasoning. If they're just paying marketing, then timed is as good as it gets. Besides, I think the prevalence of PC ports is also due to longevity. Easier to sell a game long after there than anywhere else. Wouldn't be shocked to hear Octopath topping 3M after some $5-$10 steam sales in a couple years
I think that Bravely Default will stay console exclusive though, at least until they decide to also port the first two games.
Is Square known to have these huge sales for their Japanese games tho ?
It wasn't huge but the first Nier sale boosted its popularity dramatically on Steam. Octopath is crazy expensive right now, so even a moderate sale could offer a good boost.
Depends, Nier Automata took a lot of time to have a good discount for example, but overall Square Enix Europe output has much better sales on STEAM compared to SE JPN games.
FF12 and DQXI never dipped below 50%
I wouldn't be surprised if Nintendo tried to put some limit on the pricing of DxM and Octopath to avoid their version being undercut.
On that note has DQB2 had any price promotion on PS4?
Nintendo would do nothing about it.
However, having retail copies holding very well their value is good for the publishers. They don't have to have very aggressive discounts in order to stand out.
Yeah, thats possible. And to your point earlier, its of course possible that a publisher is happy if lack of physical version leads to my download version sales :) (even if they try to avoid the physical version getting out of stock). And on this topic, i wish we had more information about how the production and shipping works for restocking. Sometimes it can take up to a few weeks to get a restock, so i wonder how this process works exactly.
I agree, but it's technically the same thing, one way or another.
For FF7R, there was no way that S-E would allow a full exclusive for such a big budget game. They're not interested in this kind of thing anymore, we can even see that with KH now.
Is the team behind the same of Bravely II?
Just to figure out a possible timing for its release
Oh, thanks
so just a partial overlap, and Octopath 2 (how in the blue hell are they going to call it?!) could already be in active development
I dont see the problem with the name Octopath Traveler 2 tbh.
They confirmed that they were already working on a sequel. 2021 is possible as it would mean around 3 years of development.
I think it's pretty amazing how much Enix side producers have come up in recent years with Bravely, Nier and Octopath all blowing up and becoming million sellers. It's not just DQ anymore.
Square side feels really tame in comparison imo, still relying on FF and KH and not delivering another platinum IP since the merger either.
Square side feels really tame in comparison imo, still relying on FF and KH and not delivering another platinum IP since the merger either.
I was just wondering if they will still offer 8 characters/stories or if they will go nuts with 16 paths and change the name in order to keep the 8x2 in the title lol
2021 would be great for it!
The contract probably was pretty simple:
- Full exclusivity for x months
- Console exclusivity for an additional y months
And since Windows and Stadia both aren't console platforms, the game can be ported and released on there.
- Full exclusivity for x months
- Console exclusivity for an additional y months
And since Windows and Stadia both aren't console platforms, the game can be ported and released on there.
I think it was when they announced the mobile game, as a way to reassure the fanbase.
Tokyo Mirage Sessions #FE Encore Premium Live delayed (originally taking place on June 27th).
avex.jp
Surprised they're not just outright canceling it.
幻影異聞録♯ＦＥ Encore ～PREMIUM LIVE～ 2020年6月27日(土)開催
アトラス✕ファイアーエムブレム コラボRPG「幻影異聞録♯ＦＥ Encore」大好評の前回のLIVEから4年！豪華声優陣が歌う珠玉のキャラクターソングや朗読劇などココでしか見れないプレミアムなステージを再び！
avex.jp
Surprised they're not just outright canceling it.
I'd like something like "Octopath Voyagers", though there's only so many 8 letter synonyms they could use I suppose.
Cool to see that Octopath is being treated as a promising IP by SE.
Great! I love that Squeenix has rediscovered its role as a powerhouse in RPGs. Action, Turn-based and MMOs, they are finding their stride.
What do you know, actually putting care into a product helps make said product desirable and people end up buying it. Who knew?
Hopefully used sales won't start eating in new sales too early.
Squeenix and Xeen.
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putting some effort into a game results in sales. who'd a thunk
Tokyo Mirage Sessions #FE Encore Premium Live delayed (originally taking place on June 27th).
幻影異聞録♯ＦＥ Encore ～PREMIUM LIVE～ 2020年6月27日(土)開催
アトラス✕ファイアーエムブレム コラボRPG「幻影異聞録♯ＦＥ Encore」大好評の前回のLIVEから4年！豪華声優陣が歌う珠玉のキャラクターソングや朗読劇などココでしか見れないプレミアムなステージを再び！
Surprised they're not just outright canceling it.
For every event delayed/not cancelled just assume that they probably didn't have an insurance/proper contract or something to cover the loss in case of cancellation due to extraordinary events. They'd rather hold onto their customer's money and pray for the best later on instead of refunding everyone and losing more money in the short term.
Has't FF's audience been mainly western for a decade now
Doesn't feel new
At retail or with digital? At retail I doubt we'll see it crack 1.1m.