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Microsoft hiring for Creative Director for “new studio responsible for creating avatar experiences”
- Thread starter Rychu
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Eh, I like mucking around with character creators, so I know I'll be able to get at least some enjoyment out of this. Might actually see the bloody thing occasionally if it's gonna be on Windows, too.
Shame most of the clothing options will inevitably be locked behind micro-transactions. Getting real-world money involved always takes the fun out of playing video game dress up.
Shame most of the clothing options will inevitably be locked behind micro-transactions. Getting real-world money involved always takes the fun out of playing video game dress up.
Xbox exclusive confirmed?
This gif just reminded me that there's an actual Avatar game in development. What ever happened to that?.
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I wonder if the rumoured Kart Racing game will be an avatar one. I'd be fine with that.
Yes. Exactly that. They announced in the last few months, investment in studios for a thing they announced was returning 12 months ago.
Yes. Exactly that. They announced in the last few months, investment in studios for a thing they announced was returning 12 months ago.
Xbox exclusive confirmed?
Opening them scalebound wounds. Too soon man, too soon.
Does anybody remember this story from 2013. when XB1 was launched?
https://www.gamespot.com/articles/microsoft-investing-1-billion-into-xbox-one-games/1100-6408992/
Where did all that 1 billion $ go...?
https://www.gamespot.com/articles/microsoft-investing-1-billion-into-xbox-one-games/1100-6408992/
Where did all that 1 billion $ go...?
We've known there are new Avatars coming for ages now, and to be honest its a great idea especially for gaming if they execute properly. There are many cool ways they can be implemented like racing, brawling, puzzlers etc
Really wish some of you would actually, you know think before posting.
Really wish some of you would actually, you know think before posting.
Some of the avatar games from the 360 era were unironically among the most fun titles of the generation. From the Kinect games like Kinect Sports to stuff like Doritos Crash Course and 1v100. I definitely wouldn't mind seeing such experiences again, also considering the new avatars look really good. It was also great how a lot of games allowed you to use your avatar, eg. the Bomberman titles always allowed to play with that instead of a regular character if you wished. It'd be a cool thing, especially in kid games. Imagine playing an official video game from the latest Pixar movie, but instead of the main character you use an avatar based on you, with all the perks, traits, characteristics the new style has (very detailed face features, disabilities, etc.). This could be cool, too bad shitposters downplay it, as if the existence of avatars somehow meant there will be no other games on Xbox ever.
I mean tbf people have been clamoring for them to let Rare make avatar-less games again and just let a dedicated studio do avatars or something.
I genuinely enjoyed the Keflings game I played. It's where I got my current Xbox 360 avatar.
Anyone else even play those? Nice relaxing and pretty basic little city builders.
They need to make a camera device that allows you to control them in games with your real motions too.
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I'm actually surprised that I feel kinda excited for the new avatars. No idea why. Too bad I can't have my red dead redemption suit with a Dr. Pepper can as a head any more though.
I know everyone is wanting to see Doritos Crash Course, but I wanna see more stuff like Keflings.
I know everyone is wanting to see Doritos Crash Course, but I wanna see more stuff like Keflings.
The success of games like Animal Crossing, Stardew Valley and Minecraft to an extent prove there is interest in that kind of relaxing gameplay loop. A high-quality polished Keflings sequel with these gorgeous avatars could lowkey be a hit.
I agree. It's just weird to me because it seems like Keflings was pretty successful as an IP but I have no idea who made it and no one ever talks about it.
That'd be hilarious tbh. Especially if you could use your avatar clothes and gear in-game (Halo, Gears, Fable, Rare, Minecraft stuff).
I want:
-A kart racer (either a sequel to Joy Ride or a completely new series)
-Sequel to Keflings
-New version of Game Room, but for OG Xbox games
I never had the chance to try 1vs100, so I'd like to see it come back this gen. That's also the one game I could see working very well across a variety of platforms.
Yup, with interactive streaming and clients for mobile. I could see it work.
I don't think I ever bought an item for my avatar. Maybe the Gears 3 shirt, but I can't remember. It did make me play certain games to unlock their avatar rewards though. I hope they bring the reward system back with the new avatars.
It would be weird if they did this and not make money on it tho. :P
But I think it's also part of their diversity-goals. Letting games be theirselves and express themselves.
Then we can't shit up Microsoft threads anymore. And where is the fun in that?
who am I kidding it won't actually stop anything.
are we back to 2007?who cares about avatar anymore. even in 2007 they were cool for a bit. that's all. time to move on and start developing for AR and/or VR instead of avatar if you have studios to spare like this .
But this brings forth a question. do they want to again try to appeal to casual market like Wii and kinect?
But this brings forth a question. do they want to again try to appeal to casual market like Wii and kinect?
With their investment in Minecraft, their games like Zoo Tycoon and Super Lucky's Tale? Absolutely. And a kart racer, a 1v100, a Keflings game, etc. could really help with that.
After Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Labo, I have learn that no idea is intrinsically "stupid."
The key is execution.
So I don't think we should scoff at the idea so easily.
I have faith that Microsoft could make this work as long as they make some serious effort.
Just look at the Surface Product line. It failed miserably for its first gen product. But now they get as premium as a PC could get.
So please Microsoft, make this good and shut up the haters for good.
The key is execution.
So I don't think we should scoff at the idea so easily.
I have faith that Microsoft could make this work as long as they make some serious effort.
Just look at the Surface Product line. It failed miserably for its first gen product. But now they get as premium as a PC could get.
So please Microsoft, make this good and shut up the haters for good.
