Let's be very careful.. - Page 4

Hamma · 2011-12-09, 03:51 PM

Well - honestly it's not just that thread it was just the straw

Sifer2 · 2011-12-09, 03:59 PM

I can see why people had that reaction. I think people are hoping for a Beta announcement and were convinced in their minds that would be what it was. And so were let down.

But its true the dev interaction here is some of the highest I have ever seen for a game in development. You don't get much more than this. And it gives me faith the game may be good since in the past SOE's complete failure to listen ruined their products. Though its the post launch phase where we will really get to see how much they learned.

Graywolves · 2011-12-09, 04:05 PM

I was expecting a demo or new video, maybe even Higgles and Tray just going head to head in game.

But w.e

I could use a new shirt.

Bittermen · 2011-12-09, 04:19 PM

Devs.... You have my respect... and pretty soon my money.

basti · 2011-12-09, 04:28 PM

Originally Posted by Bittermen

Devs.... You have my respect... and pretty soon my money.

Indeed.

But yea, people expect to much. Really guys, we are already getting more than most Pre-Beta communitys! Much more!

ShockFC · 2011-12-09, 04:49 PM

Well said Hamma, I posted something similar a few months ago on the official forums, not sure if you caught that thread or not.

ShockNC · 2011-12-09, 04:52 PM

Originally Posted by Firefly

TL/DR version: SOE devs announced "Faction Smackdown". Had everyone amped up thinking it was something major. Turns out it wasn't something major-league like beta date or new unseen art or whatever, was a faction logo/slogan contest like what they had a few months ago for Planetside 2 t-shirts. This induced varying amounts of cheer, but also varying amounts of disappointment from "aw shucks" to full-blown neckbeard nerdrage. Devs came on forums, said "Sorry you didn't like it", etc.

Hence: topic.

Meh, that's how communities work. people in marketing say that something "big" coming down the pipe and everyone get's hyped up over it. then it's revealed to be something the community doesn't really care about and some backlash ensues.

I'm would just be glad that it's relatively minor and not some crazy crap about "Hello PS fans! We are going turn PS2 into a RPG and cut out all those nasty PVP elements that make the old game suck so much that we haven't spend a dime on actual development for 3 years! YAH!".

if that was the statement then full blown nerdrage is warranted but at this point, the PS community should stop getting annoyed and pissed off about events only effect the skin of the game and not the gameplay because we already suffered through THOSE CHANGES IN GAMEPLAY (Biffers, Battle islands, Black Ops, DO I NEED TO GO ON!?) that nearly damn killed the game.

so complaining about this is like seeing a man who's recovering from having a slit throat complaining about how he stubbed his toe.

NewSith · 2011-12-09, 07:30 PM

Finally, a keyboard. Time to rage (though I'll probably be poking a dead horse now, but nevertheless): I don't know why everyone's so crybaby. The vid is awesome. I mean, you should stop reading "INCOMING BETA" in every message Matt tweets. Beta will be when it will be ready. Hell, I'm fine with that. The fact is that they (devs), keep us up to date more than we really need to be and I cann add to this, I'd fucking wait for a few more years if that's what necessary to make the game worth it. Because afterall just like us, devs are people, real people (TRay is the Vanu, but it doesn't change the fact), they have feelings and life and, well, their own expectations. And I don't think it's right to scream "OMFG HIGBY YOU PROMISSED US BETA ANNOUNCEMENT! WHY WAS THERE NO BETA ANNOUNCEMENT, I DECYPHERED IT LIKE THAT ICANNOTBEWRONG." If you're having too much hype, redirect your creative juices to TenTonHammer and MMOsite. Otherwise this community will turn into one big tripwire which devs will start to avoid.

sylphaen · 2011-12-09, 08:18 PM

They said "Faction Smackdown" and they delivered (well... except the TR Commodore).

Stop asking/anticipating the beta stuff and just enjoy the good times we are given guys !

Things are not done in a day. Learn to enjoy the moments because the road is long. Relax and take your time along the way.

When beta willl be around, we will know. And the devs will be as excited to show their baby as we will be to see it.

___________

In the meantime, all you TR/NC losers can go choke to death in a corner. As T-Ray revealed (loose transcription): "VS weapons are so intimidating that bodies drop on the floor just hearing "Beamer!""

What's not to like ? ^^

Bags · 2011-12-09, 08:19 PM

Why would people think a faction smackdown meant beta release date?

... morons imo

anyine got a link to the offending video?

sylphaen · 2011-12-09, 08:26 PM

@Bags:
There is a link on the original thread:
http://www.planetside-universe.com/f...t=38178&page=9

You'll be glad to have bailed out from that TR empire. If the chat is any indication of it, their new philosophy is world domination from behind, hiding inside a heavily fortified bunker.
^^

Another great day for offensive doctrine !

Edit: and the funny thing is there is not one to even back-up their dev's "We're the best, right? Right ?!?!" talk. Where is Graywolf when his empire needs him ?

Yesterday was like day-1 in smack-talk bootcamp hosted by Higgster and Troll-Ray. He sure looked intimidated by our big T and Higsby even had to introduce him !

What a change from PS1 MCG domination.

Graywolves · 2011-12-09, 08:39 PM

Originally Posted by sylphaen

Where is Graywolf when his empire needs him ?

Clearly they did not invite myself to ensure that the event would be something more than a complete Terran victory.

sylphaen · 2011-12-09, 08:43 PM

Originally Posted by Graywolves

Clearly they did not invite myself to ensure that the event would be something more than a complete Terran victory.

"We, the TR, are so stroooong that we cannot show the full extent of our true power and supremacy. The fabric of the universe itself would be at risk !"

Conclusion: Just accept the facts and stop f****** contesting the powers that be.

amiright ?

Graywolves · 2011-12-09, 08:47 PM

Originally Posted by sylphaen

"We, the TR, are so stroooong that we cannot show the full extent of our true power and supremacy. The fabric of the universe itself would be at risk !"

Conclusion: Just accept the facts and stop f****** contesting the powers that be.

amiright ?

Dead on.

GTGD · 2011-12-10, 02:44 PM

I understand that people have concerns over how Planetside ended up being handled, and all of the changes that are being made. But you need to wake up. This isn't 2003 anymore, it is 2011 (almost 2012). Recharging shields aren't new, and neither is aiming down the sight, sprinting, and recoil. What still is new to most is incredibly massive battles on a persistent world.

I could go on a rant about each aspect of Planetside 2 that has been controversial, but that would be a waste of time. Let me say this instead: I have never, EVER in my life seen a display like this from the developers. I thought I had it good when there were daily updates of things leading up to Smash Bros Brawl. This is absolutely the most in-touch I have ever seen a dev team be with their fanbase. Words can't describe how grateful and impressed I am with each of them.

As for the concerns, I will echo Aaron Sorkin: "While everyone deserves a voice, not everyone deserves a microphone”. How many of you have created a video game before? And even if you have, has it been on the scale of PS2? I didn't think so. You and I don't understand what it is like, and while we have experience playing, I'm sure the PS2 team has plenty of experience and knowledge on the problems PS had as well as ideas on how to modernize it and allow new fans to enjoy it.

Judging from how excited the devs are to give us new info and interact with us, I think all of your concerns should be laid to rest. They are clearly determined to give us the best experience they can, and I believe in their ability to make a worthy successor to the game we all love so much. So sit back, enjoy, and await the beta!