koverby

koverby

I'm not very good at videogames :(

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Re: Soapbox: I No Longer Think Subscriptions Like PS Plus, Xbox Game Pass Are the Future of Gaming

koverby

This was a great read, @get2sammyb! One thing you said really stuck with me: “I am an enthusiast who spends as much of my free time as possible playing games. If even I can’t find value in a limitless library of software, then spare a thought for the more mainstream consumer.” This is so spot on.

Edit: I have a question for you. What if—hypothetically—the industry started putting out more games that had shorter (10-15hr) main storylines? Would that make the subscription service a more viable business model? Speaking for myself, I would love to see shorter games anyway. It seems games just keep getting longer and longer. I don’t necessarily think that’s a good trend. I’d much rather play a polished 10hr game than sink 40hrs into a game with a lot of bloat. Sometimes less is more.

Re: Big Discounts for PS Plus Members in New PS Store Sale

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@KundaliniRising333 yes, it’s good beyond visuals. It makes full use of the DualSense features; it has a good story (cute and a bit juvenile, but still thoroughly enjoyable for adults and big kids). The combat is great. Idk what else to say, but you’ll like it. If you don’t, tell me and I’ll send you a gift basket to say I’m sorry. But also the gift basket will just have a bunch of greasy nuts and bolts in it.

Re: Poll: Did You Buy Hogwarts Legacy?

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@djlard
The controversy is all about whether the NPCs should be programmed to put milk in their tea or not. I don’t really understand it, but I’m not British. Apparently people have strong feelings about that I guess.

Re: Best PS5 Exclusive Games

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@Liam, @Robert, @Sammy, @Stephen,

I read the parameters for this list and understand that the definition of “exclusive” is a bit mercurial these days. Still…wondering if y’all have a list of games that can ONLY be played on PS5, not PS4 or anywhere else. Like Ratchet and Clank: Rift Apart for example. If so, please let me know! Thanks!!

Re: Poll: Will You Pay the PSVR2 Launch Price?

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Well…That’s a hundred more than what I was hoping for, but not really outside the realm of possibility that I was expecting. I probably won’t get it at launch but will scoop it up eventually (whether or not the price drops).

Re: Sony Gates Customer Service Priority Behind New PS Stars Program

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@Bleachedsmiles

Believe me, I get your point. I am not defending this program per se, just wanted to express my surprise that so many people seemed shocked by the mere idea of this when it’s a very common business practice everywhere.

But to engage in friendly argument while dinner stews …the examples you cited of TV, phone and internet are famous outliers in this practice. “Burn and churn” they call it. It’s when clients for a service are so numerous and pay so little that the company doesn’t really care if you bounce from their service to another. Ex. Verizon will lose a bajillion clients to AT&T on Tuesday but on the same day a bajillion left AT&T for Verizon. Whereas think of a small-time tax attorney who has only a couple dozen clients who all pay him thousands a year. His clients are precious and he’ll fight to keep them. Sony’s closer to the phone companies in the spectrum of things, but these console wars sure are heating up…

I think you’re right however that Sony could identify and use some other indicators of customer loyalty if they are indeed going to go through with some sort of rewards program. Some of the examples you included would be great.

To be clear, I don’t anticipate contacting PS customer service about anything. Ever really. If I do, I’m quite sure I’ll still get decent service even at the bottom rung. If I don’t, I can complain. The fact that they provide a top tier of service for customers who spend a lot of money though doesn’t shock me. It’s normal (meaning not good or bad, just common practice). I guess with my original comment I really just wanted to point out that I think some people on here, not you, are overreacting.

And maaaaan, I really wanted to respond to your example of looking in the wallets at the bistro, but I dinner’s done and I gotta run. Thanks for the polite conversation and welcome diversion.

Re: Sony Gates Customer Service Priority Behind New PS Stars Program

koverby

Right. I agree with all of you in principle. Everyone should get the five star, red carpet customer support. All of us are equal. But wait…resources are limited. When you consider that, it makes sense that more important clients and customers get rewarded for their loyalty. It happens literally at every business in every industry. Frequent flyers get better customer service, not to mention better seats, access to lounges, etc. Even informal reward schemes apply—the regular at the local bistro gets the table that he likes. You answer the email from the dedicated client you like right away and let the other other wait ‘til tomorrow. Surely there’s some details they could work out, but c’mon, a dedicated customer will always get preference over others because they have demonstrated that their custom is literally more valuable than others. Sorry for the unpopular opinion.

Re: Assassin's Creed Mirage PS Store Leak Confirms Cross-Gen Release, Gameplay Details

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I am really excited for this. I like the RPG and old school AC games, and can appreciate both styles. Valhalla had too much content though. I sunk well over a hundred hours and still never completely finished all the DLC and side quests. I had fun, but I prefer to beat games and move on. This new one seems like it will be a solid mix of old school and new school elements, but with an appropriate length.