This gen, why is everyone so obssessed with online multiplayer?

new mario game announced

"does it have online coop"

or

"does God of War 3 have multiplayer"

"I hope Ninja gaiden 3 has multiplayer or co op"

" I wish Zelda was on 360, it would have online co op"

Its attitude like this that is making devs create FPS games all the time, cant we just have a good single player game? must everything have multiplayer or online coop? The best rated games of all time and the best selling games have mostly been single player games or games that did not have any sort of online mode. Single player games allow devs to show their creative side, single player games have good and interesting characters, good story, better graphics etc

just like the other day, someone said they wish Dead Space had online co-op. lol. that will kill the experience.

I love multiplayer games, like Beat 'em up, FPS, etc but I dont like it multiplayer in a single player game.

I love multiplayer games, like Beat 'em up, FPS, etc but I dont like it multiplayer in a single player game.MightyMuna

This pretty much sums up online multiplayer for me. It's only fun with friends.

online is what makes a game worth a purchase imo, without it you just beat the game and your done maybe beat it again of different difficulty

like look at mgs4 and deadspace great games but after i beat it twice i traded it in a month later cuz it had no replay value

online mp = replay value

I agree with you. I really feel that a lot of games had a pretty mediocre singleplayer campaign and quite an extensive multiplayer game mode. I really think it sucks when a game can be finished in 6 hours... BUT has "unlimited gameplay" due to online.Can-o-Mark

in my opinion the obsession with online modes for console games has effected the general quality and length of the single player modes, i also think its the main reason there have been far to many FPS games made. there easier in general to make multiplayer modes for as all you need is a few extra maps and a few match types.

RPG's, action adventure games etc are much harder and dont usually feature very good online components.

in all the time iv had my PS3 and 360 iv probably racked up about 10-20 hours of online gaming only compared to the 100's of hours on my PC.

if i know im going to play a game online i will always pick it up for the PC first unless its an exclusive.there is also the fact games can e better supported on the PC with customer and developer mods/patches and in some instances (NWN/NWN2 & oblivion (and fallout is getting its editor christmas time i believe)) for example) are supplied with editors that enable you to creat whole new adventures/quests.

online modes should not be a requirement for games, if the game suit's one by all means include it but having a multiplayer just for the sake of it to me seems pointless.

online is what makes a game worth a purchase imo, without it you just beat the game and your done maybe beat it again of different difficulty

like look at mgs4 and deadspace great games but after i beat it twice i traded it in a month later cuz it had no replay value

online mp = replay value

johnnyblazed88

I'm glad thats just your opinion. The point of most game are to play and beat them then go on to the next game. Its a waste when you buy new games then go back to the same old Gears and Halo online, why even buy new games if you cant let the old ones go,

[QUOTE="johnnyblazed88"]

online is what makes a game worth a purchase imo, without it you just beat the game and your done maybe beat it again of different difficulty

like look at mgs4 and deadspace great games but after i beat it twice i traded it in a month later cuz it had no replay value

online mp = replay value

CubanBlunt

I'm glad thats just your opinion. The point of most game are to play and beat them then go on to the next game. Its a waste when you buy new games then go back to the same old Gears and Halo online, why even buy new games if you cant let the old ones go,

[QUOTE="Can-o-Mark"]I agree with you. I really feel that a lot of games had a pretty mediocre singleplayer campaign and quite an extensive multiplayer game mode. I really think it sucks when a game can be finished in 6 hours... BUT has "unlimited gameplay" due to online.SpruceCaboose

[QUOTE="SpruceCaboose"][QUOTE="Can-o-Mark"]I agree with you. I really feel that a lot of games had a pretty mediocre singleplayer campaign and quite an extensive multiplayer game mode. I really think it sucks when a game can be finished in 6 hours... BUT has "unlimited gameplay" due to online.Javy03

I agree. I am a HUGE fan of single player games and story/plot based games. I am also dissappointed to an extent with the focus on online. I do appreciate fighting games with online because honestly my friends won't fight against me anymore when you win to much so its good to meet new people who are better then me. I also dabble in the FPS genre here and there for online because that is fun as well but I do think games like Heavenly Sword, Mario, Uncharted and other games don't necessarily need to have online. Now my tune may change if devs can find creative ways to include online without taking away focus from the single player campaign (I hate when they do that). RE5 may show us that a story based game can also have fun online. But overall knowing most devs they will take the easy/cheap way out and sacrifice story, character development and single player game length to tack on an online mode so some people can be happy.Javy03

I've noticed that Developers makes games shorter to put more into the online. The reason is disk space, to make a desent single and online games you need disk space.

I'm with you, I cant really get into online games except Madden and fighting games.

[QUOTE="CubanBlunt"][QUOTE="johnnyblazed88"]

online is what makes a game worth a purchase imo, without it you just beat the game and your done maybe beat it again of different difficulty

like look at mgs4 and deadspace great games but after i beat it twice i traded it in a month later cuz it had no replay value

online mp = replay value

SpruceCaboose

I'm glad thats just your opinion. The point of most game are to play and beat them then go on to the next game. Its a waste when you buy new games then go back to the same old Gears and Halo online, why even buy new games if you cant let the old ones go,

No, why buy a crappy game when you can buy a good one, thats makes no since.

This pretty much sums up online multiplayer for me. It's only fun with friends.

LittleHands134

[QUOTE="SpruceCaboose"][QUOTE="CubanBlunt"]

I'm glad thats just your opinion. The point of most game are to play and beat them then go on to the next game. Its a waste when you buy new games then go back to the same old Gears and Halo online, why even buy new games if you cant let the old ones go,

CubanBlunt

No, why buy a crappy game when you can buy a good one, thats makes no since.

online play adds another demension of gameplay to to a game. it bolsters its longevity.

No, why buy a crappy game when you can buy a good one, thats makes no since.

CubanBlunt

[QUOTE="Javy03"]I agree. I am a HUGE fan of single player games and story/plot based games. I am also dissappointed to an extent with the focus on online. I do appreciate fighting games with online because honestly my friends won't fight against me anymore when you win to much so its good to meet new people who are better then me. I also dabble in the FPS genre here and there for online because that is fun as well but I do think games like Heavenly Sword, Mario, Uncharted and other games don't necessarily need to have online. Now my tune may change if devs can find creative ways to include online without taking away focus from the single player campaign (I hate when they do that). RE5 may show us that a story based game can also have fun online. But overall knowing most devs they will take the easy/cheap way out and sacrifice story, character development and single player game length to tack on an online mode so some people can be happy.CubanBlunt

I've noticed that Developers makes games shorter to put more into the online. The reason is disk space, to make a desent single and online games you need disk space.

I'm with you, I cant really get into online games except Madden and fighting games.

You also described every generation prior to this one. Its inherent in gaming, moreso in past generations. The only difference is the addition of online lengtheners and the Achievement like systems.SpruceCaboose

[QUOTE="CubanBlunt"]

[QUOTE="Javy03"]I agree. I am a HUGE fan of single player games and story/plot based games. I am also dissappointed to an extent with the focus on online. I do appreciate fighting games with online because honestly my friends won't fight against me anymore when you win to much so its good to meet new people who are better then me. I also dabble in the FPS genre here and there for online because that is fun as well but I do think games like Heavenly Sword, Mario, Uncharted and other games don't necessarily need to have online. Now my tune may change if devs can find creative ways to include online without taking away focus from the single player campaign (I hate when they do that). RE5 may show us that a story based game can also have fun online. But overall knowing most devs they will take the easy/cheap way out and sacrifice story, character development and single player game length to tack on an online mode so some people can be happy.Javy03

I've noticed that Developers makes games shorter to put more into the online. The reason is disk space, to make a desent single and online games you need disk space.

I'm with you, I cant really get into online games except Madden and fighting games.

[QUOTE="CubanBlunt"][QUOTE="SpruceCaboose"] Why buy good games when you can buy the crappy ones? That makes about as much sense as what you wrote.Unforgiven2870

No, why buy a crappy game when you can buy a good one, thats makes no since.

I know, you would never know by reading reviews.

[QUOTE="SpruceCaboose"] You also described every generation prior to this one. Its inherent in gaming, moreso in past generations. The only difference is the addition of online lengtheners and the Achievement like systems.Javy03

The internet has only recently (in the grand scheme of things) become almost standard. Who doesn't have a broadband connection these days?

When I was at school if I wanted to game with my mates I went over their house. Today I sit at home drinking beer and play with them over XBL.

I agree to a point. Some games don't need online, but others need some sort of online integration. All FPSs need a online mode, otherwise they are pretty straight forward and dont have replay value.

Other games like Spore and stuff use online as a very mainstream part of its gameplay and are very unique because of it.

I agree to a point. Some games don't need online, but others need some sort of online integration. All FPSs need a online mode, otherwise they are pretty straight forward and dont have replay value.

Other games like Spore and stuff use online as a very mainstream part of its gameplay and are very unique because of it.

Wasdie

[QUOTE="Wasdie"]

I agree to a point. Some games don't need online, but others need some sort of online integration. All FPSs need a online mode, otherwise they are pretty straight forward and dont have replay value.

Other games like Spore and stuff use online as a very mainstream part of its gameplay and are very unique because of it.

Locke562

[QUOTE="CubanBlunt"]

[QUOTE="Javy03"]I agree. I am a HUGE fan of single player games and story/plot based games. I am also dissappointed to an extent with the focus on online. I do appreciate fighting games with online because honestly my friends won't fight against me anymore when you win to much so its good to meet new people who are better then me. I also dabble in the FPS genre here and there for online because that is fun as well but I do think games like Heavenly Sword, Mario, Uncharted and other games don't necessarily need to have online. Now my tune may change if devs can find creative ways to include online without taking away focus from the single player campaign (I hate when they do that). RE5 may show us that a story based game can also have fun online. But overall knowing most devs they will take the easy/cheap way out and sacrifice story, character development and single player game length to tack on an online mode so some people can be happy.Javy03

I've noticed that Developers makes games shorter to put more into the online. The reason is disk space, to make a desent single and online games you need disk space.

I'm with you, I cant really get into online games except Madden and fighting games.

A lot of ideas gets left on the table because of disk space which could have made the game longer. Microsoft charge royalties for how many disk a games can have (The game Rage). Disk space is a factor.

This pretty much sums up online multiplayer for me. It's only fun with friends.

LittleHands134

Wow...

No...just no.

[QUOTE="Javy03"][QUOTE="SpruceCaboose"] You also described every generation prior to this one. Its inherent in gaming, moreso in past generations. The only difference is the addition of online lengtheners and the Achievement like systems.SpruceCaboose

Some may think this has become a big deal this gen but since 2000, console online gaming been a huge deal for me when with the DC I was playing NFL2K1, NBA 2K1 and PSO. Was the reason I bought a Xbox on day one b/c I knew that online would be a major effort for MS and thus far this gen with 360, it's sure has proved to be the case. :DSecretPolice

A lot of ideas gets left on the table because of disk space which could have made the game longer. Microsoft charge royalties for how many disk a games can have (The game Rage). Disk space is a factor.

CubanBlunt

This is an online world now. Everyone is connected, no one is ever alone. Why play a game by yourself when you can play together with friends?

People like to be social (most of them anyway), MP is COMPETITIVE (its like a sport), and MP brings tons of replay value

I hardly ever play online. I always give it a go whenever I buy a game that supports it, but I never play for long. Maybe a few hours just for fun, but then I'll get bored and move back on to playing the single-player campaign. I'm just never compelled to invest time in online multi-player games, though co-op modes are sometimes fun. Something about it just annoys me, I don't know why. Silent-Hal

Did you ever play any kind of sport in real life? If you are competitive, you will love online mp, especially in FPS's... If you arnt, i guess you will feel safe playing alone and against AI bots

[QUOTE="Silent-Hal"]I hardly ever play online. I always give it a go whenever I buy a game that supports it, but I never play for long. Maybe a few hours just for fun, but then I'll get bored and move back on to playing the single-player campaign. I'm just never compelled to invest time in online multi-player games, though co-op modes are sometimes fun. Something about it just annoys me, I don't know why. krp008

Did you ever play any kind of sport in real life? If you are competitive, you will love online mp, especially in FPS's... If you arnt, i guess you will feel safe playing alone and against AI bots