It's fun to look back at previous video games. 2010s. Social media hasn't taken off yet, but the response to some of the games has been quite good. polarization. for example, night trap It led some parents (and lawmakers) to think it was literally evil, and those who played it were amazed at the cutting edge of playing a video game featuring digitized people.
10 open world RPGs from the 2010s that still feel ahead of their time
They may be older now, but these games released in the 2010s were ahead of their competitors in many ways.
Even in the same big game fallout 3 There may have been divisions among the fan base, as not everyone who grew up with the franchise's isometric games was a fan of the new FPS direction. In any case, any game can be controversial for any reason. That said, let's take a look at some of the most interesting and polarizing games from the early 2010s.
the last of us part 2
At the Abbey we don't believe
the last of us part 2 It's every bit as beautiful and visceral as the original game, but there's a lot of division when it comes to the characters. Firstly, Joel takes a backseat in this game and Ellie is now the main character, accompanying several characters throughout her journey.
As it progresses, Ellie becomes increasingly anxious, doing things that go against her training and betraying her character from the first game. There is also a second playable character, Abby, who is the main reason players have problems with the game, but it would be a spoiler to say exactly why. Let's say Abby has committed a great sin and the player is forced to see things from Abby's perspective.
death stranding
Is this a sequel to Metal Gear?
death stranding It was the first game Hideo Kojima directed after leaving Konami. Fans expected a strange story, but they didn't expect what the gameplay would be like. It was a challenging open world journey across America in a post-apocalyptic landscape.
death stranding It was essentially a courier game, and while there was some action, the combat was mostly non-stop. The sequel thankfully brought a lot of quality of life improvements and got Kojima fans back on board. death stranding It was the beginning of a larger universe.
star field
It's not the next big space RPG
between The Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrim and fallout 4Bethesda became very popular among fans of open-world RPGs in the 2010s. That's why the hype star fielda new franchise with similar gameplay mechanics, has thrilled Bethesda fans. Unfortunately, after years of waiting, we got a lot of mediocre responses.
This wasn't a bad game by any standard, as it was one of the most flawless releases in Bethesda history. The filming was also much better than before. fallout There was no magic to make the game stand out on a larger scale. The quests and character building felt a little thin, the story wasn't particularly engaging, and despite the promise of 1,000 explorable planets, most of them were just empty rocks, diluting a lot of the potential fun that could be found in the game world.
Final Fantasy 7 Remake
misleading name
remake final fantasy 7 It goes all the way back to the PS3 tech demo Square Enix showed off at E3 2005. This demo depicted what the opening would look like on HD hardware. Even though it wasn't an official announcement, fans hoped it was true.
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Then, after years of speculation, the official trailer was released in 2015, but due to difficult development, Final Fantasy 7 Remake It won't be released until 2020. It also wasn't a complete remake. Instead, it was just the first part of what would become a remake trilogy. Aside from the wild changes to the story, it didn't resonate with all fans, but those who went in with an open mind thought it was another surprising entry with something bigger to offer. final fantasy 7 universe.
DmC: Devil May Cry
not my dante
DmC: Devil May Cry It was a reboot of the series, and instead of Capcom leading the development, Ninja Theory led it. The main character was still Dante, but he was younger, had black hair, and had a slightly different attitude. That alone rubbed fans the wrong way.
But aside from Dante, the rest of the game was just as compelling as the rest. Devil May Cry series. The action was fast-paced, the weapon switching combos felt natural, and the story took some comical swings, but it was ultimately a good take on the franchise if fans decided to look past Dante's appearance.
Metroid: Other M
baby
Metroid: Other M
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August 31, 2010
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T Animation Blood, Violence Causes Teen Cases
Metroid: Other M This is another example of a game where a franchise was taken over by another developer. Team Ninja and Koei Tecmo collaborated with Nintendo to create the game. Ninja Gaiden We infuse our DNA into third-person and first-person gameplay. It was a little difficult to get used to the Wii, but it was okay. metroid Play through expansive, interconnected maps controlled by powers and items.
The real problem fans had was with the franchise's female lead, Samus Aran. Samus was known as a stoic badass who had little to say and got the job done anyway. In this game, she hesitated, constantly asked permission, and talked a lot about Metroid Baby. It was a groundbreaking departure, and the gameplay was good enough to earn it a place in the series, but the story suffered for longtime fans.
heavy rain
It's not good to think too much
heavy rain It was a story-driven adventure game in which the player controlled four characters throughout various parts of the game. The main focus was Ethan, whose son was kidnapped by the Origami Killer.
After many trials, Ethan was determined to get him back. heavy rain It wasn't the most interactive game, but the story choices and quick events made it a thrilling experience. What caused a bit of controversy was the voice acting, with some of the actors being laughably bad. This, coupled with the lengthy plot of the story that allows fans to drive a Mack Truck, makes it a difficult game to recommend, even though parts of it were a huge step forward for the time.
Castlevania: Lords of Shadow
Confused Belmont
Castlevania: Lords of Shadow It was yet another reboot of the famous franchise, handed over to new developer MercurySteam with Konami's blessing. Before Dracula overshadowed Eastern Europe, there was an organization called the Lords of Shadow, and Gabriel Belmont was tasked with taking them down.
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This led to an unpredictable twist that left some fans perplexed. Also, it was more like that. god of war than the truth castlevaniaThis was another issue that divided the fan base. MercurySteam's trilogy was undoubtedly ambitious, but it wasn't exactly what most fans wanted from the franchise.
last guardian
in the shadow of the shadow
last guardian He was a spiritual successor. shadow of the colossusOne of the most famous games of all time. So there was a lot to keep up with during the long development cycle. While it was gorgeous in its own right, both visually and in terms of the bond between the boy and the monster, it couldn't live up to the hype.
Additionally, the creature AI wasn't the smartest at times, leaving players scratching their heads over whether they understood certain puzzle solutions or if there was something wrong with the game. This was more frustrating than anything because the creature mostly behaved like a real pet, sometimes obeying and sometimes doing its own thing. But as a game mechanic, it didn't resonate with everyone.
a fatal premonition
king of mixed emotions
a fatal premonition is a notoriously “bad” game that has a lot of fans thanks to its main character, Francis York Morgan. Agent Morgan is one of the most charismatic characters of all time, and when he mumbles about movies and food during a murder investigation, his inappropriate comments can make the scene awkward.
Playing the game itself is where fans are most divided. Because the action isn't difficult, time management can be frustrating, and driving is like pulling teeth. Still, this strange mishmash of ideas and characters makes it one of those games that everyone should check out to at least get acquainted with it.
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