Topic: Shadow of the Colossus

[IceCold]

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I may also see that the game's story and presentation are ten times more important than its length or depth. Tough pills for Nintendo fans to swallow, I know.

Why would it be a tough pill to swallow? It's your opinion.. you're talking as if it's the only truth.  

[Svevan]

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Originally posted by: IceCold

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I may also see that the game's story and presentation are ten times more important than its length or depth. Tough pills for Nintendo fans to swallow, I know.

Why would it be a tough pill to swallow? It's your opinion.. you're talking as if it's the only truth.

I believe some games have stronger story than gameplay. I believe some very valid and beautiful games have beautiful presentations but limited playing time. I also believe that pure, unadulterated "gameplay" is not the only goal of video games. It is a tough pill to swallow because Nintendo gamers aren't used to it and don't like it, and are very often ignorant to its value (Final Fantasy games are a great example, but let's include Metal Gear Solid).

Instead of questioning my right to assert my opinion with confidence, why not disprove what I've said? Everyone attempts to make objective statements about truth every day (also called opinions). I wear my opinions loudly, waiting for someone to prove me wrong with strong facts and inferences instead of demeaning my opinion as "mine only," a bone thrown to relativistic philosophy. Your statement makes a broad assumption as well: you make it seem as though there is more than one truth.  

[ShyGuy]

Yay! Gaming Philosophy has returned!

I'll make a gross generalization here. There are two major "threads" for the lack of a better term, in games. Digital Sport and Interactive movie. Games like Pong, CounterStrike, and Wii Sports are digital sports. They are primarily concerned with the mechanics of play and competition. Interactive Movies are Zork, Shadow of the Colossus and Zelda. They are primarily concerned with the immersive experience and story.

Both schools are valid and cross over each over repeatedly. But they each appeal to a different human need.