Gameplay, what about presentation??!!!

[adfletch71]

I know that is all about gameplay for must people, and its true that it does matter, but presentation is just as important as well. With the videos of running and passing, i havent heard anything about the presentation aspect of the game. I know that there is no commentary and its more on the field sounds, but im curious about stats, cutscreens, player comparisons, banners and if there is a halftime show or something.

If backbreaker can do a fantastic job with the gameplay side of it and forget about some presentation aspects, even though the tackles and hits are wonderful, it will get stale real quick. I can give them a pass on there first try, but backbreaker2 has to have a decent presentation stand if its going to really appeal to the american football market. I do want them too succeed and will support there effort, i just hope that they listen too the community and consider our view points on future development of the game.

[rckabillyRaider]

Re: Gameplay, what about presentation??!!!

I know that is all about gameplay for must people, and its true that it does matter, but presentation is just as important as well. With the videos of running and passing, i havent heard anything about the presentation aspect of the game. I know that there is no commentary and its more on the field sounds, but im curious about stats, cutscreens, player comparisons, banners and if there is a halftime show or something.

If backbreaker can do a fantastic job with the gameplay side of it and forget about some presentation aspects, even though the tackles and hits are wonderful, it will get stale real quick. I can give them a pass on there first try, but backbreaker2 has to have a decent presentation stand if its going to really appeal to the american football market. I do want them too succeed and will support there effort, i just hope that they listen too the community and consider our view points on future development of the game.

I agree. I value presentation in a sports game almost as much as the gameplay. From everything we have seen, it does look pretty light and bare in the presentation/atmosphere dept. Maybe next year?

[LingeringRegime]

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The crowd is supposed to be very dynamic. I remember seeing in an old video that there where varied emotions that the crowd exhibited, more than any other football game to this point.

But, it is not going to have TV style presentation because the devs are going for an "On The Field." experience. So, I doubt that there will be much in terms of banners. I do remember seeing a scoring summary after someone scores a TD though. But, that is all that I remember seeing.

[raiders81tim]

Re: Gameplay, what about presentation??!!!

I know that is all about gameplay for must people, and its true that it does matter, but presentation is just as important as well. With the videos of running and passing, i havent heard anything about the presentation aspect of the game. I know that there is no commentary and its more on the field sounds, but im curious about stats, cutscreens, player comparisons, banners and if there is a halftime show or something.

If backbreaker can do a fantastic job with the gameplay side of it and forget about some presentation aspects, even though the tackles and hits are wonderful, it will get stale real quick. I can give them a pass on there first try, but backbreaker2 has to have a decent presentation stand if its going to really appeal to the american football market. I do want them too succeed and will support there effort, i just hope that they listen too the community and consider our view points on future development of the game.

Presentation doesn't matter at all. Devs should spend all there time on gameplay and gameplay only.

[NoDakHusker]

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The devs made it clear that this isn't your typical sports game. It's the gameplay that really matters. I think hearing Lee Corso say the same phrase 5 times every game gets stale.
Great gameplay doesn't get repetitive IMO, but those commentators do.
Just what I think anyway.

[mestevo]

Re: Gameplay, what about presentation??!!!

The crowd is supposed to be very dynamic. I remember seeing in an old video that there where varied emotions that the crowd exhibited, more than any other football game to this point.

But, it is not going to have TV style presentation because the devs are going for an "On The Field." experience. So, I doubt that there will be much in terms of banners. I do remember seeing a scoring summary after someone scores a TD though. But, that is all that I remember seeing.

strawberrysomethingoranother made a good point in another thread... the replays from the broadcast camera view kinda break the 'on the field experience' mantra the devs have been reiterating.

I am not sure we really have seen any clips with a couple plays called sequentially? Will be interesting to see how it flows and how quickly games progress in the demo, and how everything we've seen ties together.

[LoostheMoos]

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You're doing it wrong....

Complaining about presentation or lack thereof is reserved for follow-up releases and sequels...original game ideas are a bit of a stretch to start chanting "fail! fail! there's no hand towels!"....

I am more than willing to see if BB has the chops to be a worthwhile gaming experience during play before criticizing what other things it may or may not have...

[CreatineKasey]

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I've never cared about presentation and I especially won't care when I'm this close to the field. I'm sure my blood will be just boiling flying around the field. I really think this game is going to feel very intense on the field.

[LingeringRegime]

Re: Gameplay, what about presentation??!!!

The devs made it clear that this isn't your typical sports game. It's the gameplay that really matters. I think hearing Lee Corso say the same phrase 5 times every game gets stale.
Great gameplay doesn't get repetitive IMO, but those commentators do.
Just what I think anyway.

My sentiments also.

[gr18]

Re: Gameplay, what about presentation??!!!

I think the different feel you get from the camera view will give you that immersion that is lacking in other football games.It will take some getting used to I think but will be ultimately very satisfying.

Expect a little more in the way of cutscenes next time and enjoy the new experience in this one.

[davep]

Re: Gameplay, what about presentation??!!!

The devs made it clear that this isn't your typical sports game. It's the gameplay that really matters. I think hearing Lee Corso say the same phrase 5 times every game gets stale.
Great gameplay doesn't get repetitive IMO, but those commentators do.
Just what I think anyway.

NBA 2k10 has the best presentation I've ever seen...it's mindblowing what they've come up with and makes the game that much deeper. I would be huge fan of something similar for any football game.

[NoDakHusker]

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NBA 2k10 has the best presentation I've ever seen...it's mindblowing what they've come up with and makes the game that much deeper. I would be huge fan of something similar for any football game.

And to each his own.
Again, the devs are aiming for an on-the-field experience, so presentation as a whole isn't their main focus. As long as it plays a good game of football and I can create the teams I want, I'll be happy.

But I can't disagree, 2k10 has outstanding presentation.

[PantherBeast_OS]

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I feel you bro. Presention is a big part of sports games now adays. But don't expect much a presention this time around. The crowd is our main presention this year.

[SouthernBrick]

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The point is to immerse you as a player down on the field, not like a TV broadcast so if they can do that I'll be happy and will have no complaints. Plus at this point I could give a damn about that if the gameplay is on point but, that is just my opinion on it.

Me personally I think what little presentation there is won't be good and I'm pretty skeptical about the game having good player immersion also but, I got a little faith in it.

[jcbsides]

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presentation is nice but i think that gameplay should get a little more attention considering this is the first backbreaker to come out. It's totally possible that in BB 2 presentation will be amped up a little bit. Plus I like the whole "being on the field" angle and I think what little presentation I've seen was alright.