POP Goes Casual

The new Prince of Persia’s not as good as "Sands of Time," but I just started playing it. When I get more time with it, I'll let you know. So far, it's quite beautiful looking, which I like. What really concerns me, though, is that they really dumbed this game down for the mass market. :(  The game actually tells you when to block (continual tutoring), and no matter what, you can’t die! The game is still satisfying to play (just wish they gave me something better to sink my teeth into) and I would recommend it to anyone who is interested in the game. I would first suggest that you get a copy of POP “Sands of Time” to see this series (my opinion) at its best.

I'm getting more worried about where the gaming industry is heading. It's a good thing you don't have to listen to me complain how I really feel about the blatant "commonization" of my beloved hobby! Great art and great entertainment rarely appeal to everyone and certainly not the great majority. Niche audiences falling head over heels in love with a unique title, and all the unique titles to choose from, is what great gaming is all about. People may fight whether they absolutely love caviar or absolutely hate fish eggs, but the great majority is mildly alright with a Big Mac. That's fine, until we end up with only McDonalds, Burger King and Wendy's to choose from. (A rough calculation predicts that will be about 18 months from now.)  

So now gaming is becoming "accessible" to the casual-playing masses. Personally, I prefer challenging and original.