Arcade Couch

What's the differences between Persona and Metaphor Really?

Listen Later

Into the second week of Metaphor: ReFantazio and Dylan discuss with Ciaran the major early differences between the latest game from Atlus and the Persona series.

Show Dot Points

  • The gaming news cycle is slow during this time of year.
  • Legacy of Kain is getting a remaster with significant updates.
  • Beyond Good and Evil 2 has a new creative director after years of development.
  • Star Citizen's development raises ethical concerns about funding and release.
  • Game mechanics in new titles can significantly impact player experience.
  • Remasters can breathe new life into classic games.
  • Ubisoft's recent struggles reflect broader industry challenges.
  • Player engagement and community feedback are crucial for game development.
  • The importance of balancing ambition with realistic development timelines.
  • Narrative elements in games can sometimes be confusing for players. Persona games are known for their cutscene-heavy narratives.
  • The pacing of Persona games can be slow to start.
  • Game sales can lead to significant consequences for development teams.
  • High-quality games can still fail commercially due to marketing decisions.
  • Nintendo's online playtest program is shrouded in secrecy.
  • The gaming community is eager for new Nintendo announcements.
  • The infrastructure of Nintendo's online services is often criticized.
  • Developers face increasing pressure to ensure commercial success.
  • The future of game development is uncertain amid changing market dynamics.
  • Speculation about upcoming Nintendo Directs and game releases is rampant.

    • Hosts:

    Dylan Blight: https://twitter.com/vivaladil
    Ashley Hobley: https://twitter.com/ashleyhobley
    Ciaran Marchant: https://twitter.com/YaboyRingo

    Resources

    • Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver 1 & 2 Remastered enhancements include map, compass, and more | Eurogamer.net
  • Beyond Good & Evil 2 still in development, now with new creative director | Eurogamer.net
  • Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown team disbands following low sales - Explosion Network
  • 'Switch Online Playtest Program' details leak - Explosion Network

    • Arcade Couch Credits:

    • Music by: Dylan Blight
  • Art by: Cherie Henriques
  • Summary Show Notes: Created by Riverside.FM AI Integration

    • All Episodes:

    • https://explosionnetwork.com/arcade-couch/

    Support Us:

    • http://www.ko-fi.com/explosion
    ...more
    View all episodesView all episodes
    Download on the App Store
    Arcade CouchBy Explosion Network

    More shows like Arcade Couch

    View all
    Matt and Shane's Secret Podcast by Matt McCusker & Shane Gillis

    Matt and Shane's Secret Podcast

    10,915 Listeners

    Platinum Explosion: A PlayStation Podcast by Explosion Network

    Platinum Explosion: A PlayStation Podcast

    0 Listeners

    WhatCulture Gaming by WhatCulture.com

    WhatCulture Gaming

    245 Listeners

    Triple Click by Maximum Fun

    Triple Click

    1,132 Listeners

    Busch League Gaming by Busch League Gaming

    Busch League Gaming

    42 Listeners

    Video Games | Ongamecast by Ikecy Christian

    Video Games | Ongamecast

    17 Listeners

    Dev Heads by Second Wind

    Dev Heads

    7 Listeners