In this episode of the Press Start Select podcast, the fellas discuss even more significant changes in the gaming industry, focusing on the shutdown of LittleBigPlanet servers and the implications for Sony's IP management. They explore the emotional impact of losing beloved games, the challenges of remakes, and the importance of character legacy in gaming.

The conversation also touches on the future of gaming, including the role of VR and the nostalgia factor in modern titles. They then critique the storytelling in the recent Tekken 8 DLC before expanding the conversation to the overall decline of game quality and storytelling across the board.

Chapters:

00:00 Intro

05:04 The Heartbreak of LittleBigPlanet's Shutdown

09:46 Sony's IP Management and Customer Loyalty

15:13 The Dilemma of Remakes and Graphics

19:57 The Future of Gaming: VR and Nostalgia

25:12 The Legacy of Iconic Characters in Gaming

30:30 Character Integrity in Gaming

32:10 The Impact of Streaming on Gaming Culture

33:11 Critique of Tekken's Storytelling

35:43 The Evolution of Fighting Game Lore

40:14 The State of DLC and Game Quality

44:04 Comparing Fighting Game Expansions

48:19 The Future of Legacy Fighters

52:01 The Decline of Game Quality and Storytelling

57:15 Remakes and Remasters: A Double-Edged Sword

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