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[eran0004]

I will be extremely interested in sale figures when GT5 finally comes out.

I am thinking these delays will hurt more then do any good.

Gaming has changed.

When I first got my PS1, everyone talked about GT, I mean everyone, it was all the hype.

But now, it is different, I am betting no where near the sales as previously, while it will still sell well, it will be a flop. Flop because it will not do as good as expected.

First of all, a long development time is not the same as a delay. Second, I don't think the sales figures will suffer in any way because of the long development time. It doesn't make sense, should people suddently decide not to buy the game just because they have been waiting for it for a long time? Sure, there may be people growing out of interest, but that happens all the time with all games regardless of how long it took to develop it. I'd say the sales figures of GT5 will depend more on how it is promoted rather than how long it took to develop it, new players can always be attracted with good marketing.

Although I believe that gaming has changed, I think it has changed in a different way than you are suggesting. I think each generation of a game is going to last longer than what have been the case previously, because the development time is so much longer today and because the quality of the games in terms of graphics is at a standard where it is actually going to look good even in ten years to come (although the 3D part might look a lot better in ten years than what it does now). I think the games of today (and the near future) have a potential to sell over a longer period of time and I wouldn't be surprised to see Gran Turismo 5 still on the shelves in ten years. Provided that there is no GT6 released of course...

 

[Sele1981]

Sure, there may be people growing out of interest, but that happens all the time with all games regardless of how long it took to develop it.

Yeah just like me, I´m getting 30 years old and lost my interest for games more and more...I bought god of war III 2 months ago and finished it one time. Then I never touched it again. I bought Tekken6 3 days ago but played 1 round with Paul Phoenix... I don´t even know how much I will play GT5... If it where released last year, I would have played it day & night I´m sure...

I'd say the sales figures of GT5 will depend more on how it is promoted rather than how long it took to develop it, new players can always be attracted with good marketing.

Good marketing and PD/Sony are 2 different things... they don´t know how to handle their fans and do their own thing... Look at all the other game developers (no matter if the game is good or not) how they give out some new screens, videos and infos, ages before an game is released...

Let´s see what happens in 5 days but I bet the drama will continue... No real infos, no release date and another thread with the title "60 days to TGS, a new game convention a new hope"

 

[JamboGT]

DO NOT click this link if you if don't want spoilers of Sony's ENTIRE E3 conference. I am filing this under rumor until a better link is provided but none the less here it is... well I will say this, there is some good news for us.

http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showpost.php?p=21737345&postcount=523

Sad to say that this list is indeed fake. Evidence for this is that there is mention of a WipEout successor from Studio Liverpool, a studio that has been closed.

 

[spats]

Sad to say that this list is indeed fake. Evidence for this is that there is mention of a WipEout successor from Studio Liverpool, a studio that has been closed.

It was merged with Evolution Studios, not closed.

That's a completely fake list, however.

 

[Dave A]

I will be extremely interested in sale figures when GT5 finally comes out.

I am thinking these delays will hurt more then do any good.

Gaming has changed.

When I first got my PS1, everyone talked about GT, I mean everyone, it was all the hype.

But now, it is different, I am betting no where near the sales as previously, while it will still sell well, it will be a flop. Flop because it will not do as good as expected.

GT5 sold millions. That's GT5: Prologue, and that's millions.

 

[nostuner03]

i bought the ps3 i used to own(sold it to pay rent)just for GT5 Prolouge. So im buying another when or before GT5 comes out. I dont think the extra development time will really hinder sales.

 

[DaveS1138]

Yeah just like me, I´m getting 30 years old and lost my interest for games more and more...I bought god of war III 2 months ago and finished it one time. Then I never touched it again. I bought Tekken6 3 days ago but played 1 round with Paul Phoenix... I don´t even know how much I will play GT5... If it where released last year, I would have played it day & night I´m sure...

You do realise that there is another generation right behind you growing up as we speek right?

You may be loosing interest in gaming at 30 years old but there are plenty of kids getting into gaming every year to replace you.

 

[analog]

You do realise that there is another generation right behind you growing up as we speek right?

You may be loosing interest in gaming at 30 years old but there are plenty of kids getting into gaming every year to replace you.

Don't think gaming is regarded purely for kids anymore, even judging from the diverse ages on this forum alone.
Getting bored by playing games is nothing new, it probably affects all ages, it happens to me from time to time.
Although I'm still amazed by playing some games I wouldn't dream were ever possible even 10 years ago, let alone 20 years ago.....

 

[CodeRedR51]

GT is more than a game to me.

But that might just be me...

 

[happycorey]

It seems like the cool things for gaming have switched. There is millions of car guys out there and this game appeals to millions of them. GT5P is a good reminder of how the series is still doing

 

[CTznOfTime]

I will be extremely interested in sale figures when GT5 finally comes out.

I am thinking these delays will hurt more then do any good.

Gaming has changed.

When I first got my PS1, everyone talked about GT, I mean everyone, it was all the hype.

But now, it is different, I am betting no where near the sales as previously, while it will still sell well, it will be a flop. Flop because it will not do as good as expected.

It's OK to be pessimist. And Of course, we would all agree that GT5 is not a game that will be accessible to everyone, nor will it please everyone. It would be like a Baseball video game, not for everyone to like...

so i do not expect GT5 to break records of blockbusters and more mainstream (more accessible) games.

Having said that, and despite the above reasons, i still believe that GT5 will sell very very very well. sounds cliche, but mark my word! it will attract more people to this genre... Some of us are getting too old to play this (am 30 now) but there is always a younger generation to pick up your controller, and for some of them, it will be their first time behind the wheel.

I would not blame them for starting on/with GT5, it aint a bad choice at all, it will only spoil them with respect to every other car game out there.

I for one, may be almost over with respect to video game, but I WILL NOT give up GT5 yet... i will continue to have a blast with this game despite my age ! So Kaz will get my $70. Cant wait to hand them to him.

 

[Dan_]

GT is more than a game to me.

But that might just be me...

One more crazy dude here.

Regardless of depth or level of realism, I consider the game as a simulator. The graphics and perfectionism creates a unique atmosphere in the game, it doesn't feel like a game. Of course there isn't G-forces, accurate sounds and leather smell, but I really feel like I'm driving when I'm playing the game, and you can't say that of many games.

GT is different.

 

[CTznOfTime]

i bought the ps3 i used to own(sold it to pay rent)just for GT5 Prolouge. So im buying another when or before GT5 comes out. I dont think the extra development time will really hinder sales.

I too have got the PS3 ONLY AND ONLY FOR GT5! I have been waiting for two years now, so i have gotten myself few other games i dont really "care" for that much to keep myself busy during this torturing wait.
I hope you will get the funds to buy another PS3...

You do realise that there is another generation right behind you growing up as we speek right?

You may be loosing interest in gaming at 30 years old but there are plenty of kids getting into gaming every year to replace you.

couldn't agree more.

Don't think gaming is regarded purely for kids anymore, even judging from the diverse ages on this forum alone.
Getting bored by playing games is nothing new, it probably affects all ages, it happens to me from time to time.
Although I'm still amazed by playing some games I wouldn't dream were ever possible even 10 years ago, let alone 20 years ago.....

couldn't agree more.

GT is more than a game to me.

But that might just be me...

couldn't agree more.

It seems like the cool things for gaming have switched. There is millions of car guys out there and this game appeals to millions of them. GT5P is a good reminder of how the series is still doing

couldn't agree more.



sorry for the pollution and double post, but i had to voice my agreement with those top latest posts, which i didnt see while writing mine.









EDIT:

One more crazy dude here.

Regardless of depth or level of realism, I consider the game as a simulator. The graphics and perfectionism creates a unique atmosphere in the game, it doesn't feel like a game. Of course there isn't G-forces, accurate sounds and leather smell, but I really feel like I'm driving when I'm playing the game, and you can't say that of many games.

GT is different.

I just played GT5-Prologue last night right before going to sleep, and you know what guys! I am still amazed at the top quality of the product!
Very very good "game"!

 

[mykem]

Yeah just like me, I´m getting 30 years old and lost my interest for games more and more...I bought god of war III 2 months ago and finished it one time. Then I never touched it again. I bought Tekken6 3 days ago but played 1 round with Paul Phoenix... I don´t even know how much I will play GT5... If it where released last year, I would have played it day & night I´m sure...

Like you I lost interest in gaming when 30 approaches. But then again I've never been a gamer. The only kind of "games" that I've been playing are racing sims- GPL, GTR and Gran Turismo and even the early GT wasn't my cup of tea simply because the driving physics were far from realistic.

But I would be lying if I didn't admit that the graphics ever since GT5 Prologue is what kept me interested. It's the simple and realistic approach to graphics and UI of Polyphony Digital that suits me better than the over-stylized technique of Codemasters or even Turn 10.

 

[Voltaic]

Until E3, the only thing I have to say is...

I like chocolate

 

[chepe371]

GT is more than a game to me.

But that might just be me...

 

[CTznOfTime]

@ Voltaic : you Pregnant?

@ mykem : you best described it: Compared with GT games, other car games are just so OVER-Stylized! And dont forget to add EA on your list

@ Chepe371 : where do i sign to enlist myself under such commandment ???

 

[SuperShouden]

I'm gonna rewind a bit to the "Man Furismo Jive" ModNation Racers thing. They mentioned on GTP that it was hinting that GT5 would be out sooner than later, however, I also think that it hints heavily that they'll be a track editor in GT5. Which has already been hinted at, but..."maybe I'll play your artistic creation...unless I'm working on my next project. It's a little racing game that rhymes with Man Furismo Jive."

 

[CodeRedR51]

I just played GT5-Prologue last night right before going to sleep, and you know what guys! I am still amazed at the top quality of the product!
Very very good "game"!

I played for a bit last night. Just did some arcade races with a few of my favorite cars. Trying to teach myself to drive the cars without ABS. Had a blast as usual. 👍

 

[CTznOfTime]

It doesnt hint at any track editor for GT5 at all...

Clearly, that video was all about MOD racer nation, and the track editor in THAT game ONLY.

The actor was just saying, either he will be:
1) playing our artistic creation from MOD racer nation
OR
2) working on his next subject/project for the next video, which is clearly GT5


SO the only reference to GT5 is at the very end, where he is ONLY introducing us the his next and upcoming subjects for the next video by Butler.

That's all... nothing more.

no need to dig further than that.


Therefore i will be watching that next video presentation of his, which most likely will only come AFTER E3 official news reveal.



PS: I highly doubt there will be any track editor thing in GT5, it would be WAY WAY Over the top complex. GT5 isn't a simple game as MOD racer nation.
IF PD cant even make 3D trees, what makes you think he will allow you to do so ahah LOL




@ R16000Turbo, you will enjoy the game much more with all aids off, i have been driving like that since day one. Especially if you only play in Pro mode (Standard is for beginners) Going Pro adds so much more life to the game. 👍

 

[Predwolf]

Alright, somebody help me out here.

I've been looking for info the back up the statement that PD has only announced ONE release date, and that all the others were just speculation. I know there's info here somewhere, but I can't seem to find it.

Or, am I wrong?

 

[analog]

Like you I lost interest in gaming when 30 approaches. But then again I've never been a gamer. The only kind of "games" that I've been playing are racing sims- GPL, GTR and Gran Turismo and even the early GT wasn't my cup of tea simply because the driving physics were far from realistic.

There was a time before I got into GT ( and since I had to buy a console for that it seemed churlish not to try some other games as well ) I regarded gaming as a childish or nerdish activity not associated with grown up activity.

But the combination of an ever more sophisticated gaming industry/culture and the rather painful realisation I myself will probably never grow up made me give up this reservation and just enjoy what's on offer.

And besides, I always convince others and even myself GT isn't a game but a proper simulation ( I applaud the inclusion of a damage model largely to shut up those "friends" who always say after they crash; "not very realistic now, is it?" ).
I've even tried to convince some Red Dead Redemtion is an accurate portrayal of early 20th century American history, although obviously nobody's buying that......

 

[FoolKiller]

Alright, somebody help me out here.

I've been looking for info the back up the statement that PD has only announced ONE release date, and that all the others were just speculation. I know there's info here somewhere, but I can't seem to find it.

Or, am I wrong?

March 2010 for Japan is all they have ever said. The reason why you can't find evidence that they haven't given any other release dates is because they haven't given any other release dates. It is hard to find evidence of nothing.

But you could start here:
https://www.gtplanet.net/forum/showthread.php?t=117303

 

[Predwolf]

March 2010 for Japan is all they have ever said. The reason why you can't find evidence that they haven't given any other release dates is because they haven't given any other release dates. It is hard to find evidence of nothing.

But you could start here:
https://www.gtplanet.net/forum/showthread.php?t=117303

Yeah, this is why I asked for help.

I've been through all of the release date threads, including all of the speculation threads. Guess I'll just get them to do the work by proving PD has announced more than one.

 

[CodeRedR51]

Yeah, this is why I asked for help.

I've been through all of the release date threads, including all of the speculation threads. Guess I'll just get them to do the work by proving PD has announced more than one.

They have never announced more than one. Don't waste your time.

 

[happycorey]

IIRC they announced a Q4 2009 expected release in a pamphlet

 

[Delphic Reason]

IIRC they announced a Q4 2009 expected release in a pamphlet

That's not a release date.

 

[Micxster]

Is that Gran Turismo 5 in the back?

Taken from here

http://www.vg247.com/2010/06/10/son...t-too-fussed-about-comments-from-competitors/

I have no idea VG247 got the image from

 

[Coiler]

Is that Gran Turismo 5 in the back?

Taken from here

http://www.vg247.com/2010/06/10/son...t-too-fussed-about-comments-from-competitors/

I have no idea VG247 got the image from

Motorstorm...

 

[happycorey]

That's not a release date.

March isn't exactly a release date either