Sacred Symbols, Episode 157: Marque and Reprisal
Added 2021-07-02 16:00:10 +0000 UTCSony has finally announced a couple of first party acquisitions (and preemptively leaked a third), and while one target has been a very long time in coming, the other is out of left field, indicating that PlayStation is thinking more broadly about how, when, and in what fashion it gets its products into the world. Naturally, we delve deep, welcome Housemarque and Nixxes to the family... and pretty much do the same for Bluepoint, too, though at the time we're recording, a ring isn't yet on its finger. Plus, more news! A peculiar Konami partnership reignites persistent rumors, Sucker Punch's Ghost of Tsushima is getting a native PS5 port and an expansion, Remedy is going all-in on Control, Falcom and NIS America are giving Trails fans exactly what they want, and more. Then: Listener inquiries! Will Kevin Butler ever make a comeback? When will PlayStation 5 games come to PC? Which video game websites (if any) are worth your time? Did Colin accidentally get a listener disciplined at work?
Timestamps:
0:00:16 - Intro
0:13:13 - The PlayStation versus indie developer debacle.
0:34:02 - It appears Kojima is working with Xbox.
0:41:41 - Chris Avellone is suing his accusers for libel.
0:46:25 - What’s going on with Blue Box?
0:51:42 - Did Colin get someone fired?
0:52:26 - How many children would it take to take us down in a fight?
0:55:25 - What have we been playing?
1:15:19 - Sony has purchased Housemarque.
1:30:43 - Sony has acquired Nixxes.
1:43:59 - It appears Sony may have purchased Bluepoint Games.
2:11:23 - Ghost of Tsushima is coming to PS5 with an expansion.
2:21:01 - Konami and Bloober Team have announced a partnership.
2:30:12 - Remedy has announced a Control spin-off in partnership with 505.
2:37:11 - Sony has revealed July’s PS+ games.
2:39:39 - Four Trails games that have never been seen in the west are coming this way.
2:43:02 - Grand Theft Auto VI may not launch until 2025.
2:48:33 - A new game as well as an anime in the Mana series have been announced.
2:52:18 - The Vita’s life is nearing its end.
2:53:14 - A television or movie adaptation of Mass Effect may still be in the works.
3:01:22 - News Wrap-Up
3:02:15 - What sites do we recommend for gaming news?
3:07:31 - What will be the first PS5 game to come to PC?
3:12:13 - Was the Twitter Game Pass meme funny?
3:17:51 - Is there any story based DLC that has been worth the price?
3:24:28 - Why does Minecraft have multiple sets of trophies? Are there other examples?
3:26:03 - Will Kevin Butler (or something like him) ever come back?
Comments
The pure unadulterated rage toward Hermann Hulst and SoNy MaRkETiNg BULLSHIT over 1st party & 2nd party games is hilarious. Especially in that there are zero practical implications quibbling over such semantics.
Douglas Morreale
2021-07-10 03:56:28 +0000 UTCI'm only a few years older than Colin, but his usage of the word "stan" officially distances us another ten theoretical years apart. I can't stannnnnd that reference being used in the vein of fan or fanboy.
Douglas Morreale
2021-07-10 03:37:53 +0000 UTCFair enough.
Colin Moriarty
2021-07-09 21:59:28 +0000 UTCWell, obviously you'd like this!
Colin Moriarty
2021-07-09 21:59:19 +0000 UTCSoon?
Colin Moriarty
2021-07-09 21:59:11 +0000 UTCI hope so. We shall see!
Colin Moriarty
2021-07-09 21:59:05 +0000 UTCI agree. The lore is so deep, it would be cool to listen more.
Colin Moriarty
2021-07-09 21:58:56 +0000 UTC<3
Colin Moriarty
2021-07-09 21:58:47 +0000 UTCIt's hard to imagine that The Last of Us was once new, too! More of that!
Colin Moriarty
2021-07-09 21:58:41 +0000 UTCColin, you mentioned Mercury Steam is developing the new Metroid and that fans should be cautious. Mercury Steam also did the last Metroid on the 3DS, Samus Returns, which was great. So luckily, we have a bit of justified optimism.
Matthew Kessler
2021-07-09 11:06:22 +0000 UTCAlways good to start the show on a philosophical beat :) I also share the day to day dread of pending tragedies... but I think its healthy to think about them in order to remind yourself of your own fragile mortality. It keeps us in a healthy state of gratitude. Amor Fati!
Bobby Bell
2021-07-07 22:51:43 +0000 UTCTo Chris’s point, I agree PlayStation is not the system I go to for fun. Will Sony ever be fun again? Furthermore to Colins point, will PlayStation become likable again? If so when?
BlindRiot
2021-07-07 20:46:27 +0000 UTCConcerning the next gen upgrade discussion…this will likely only be an issue for another couple of months (I hope). We have had FF7R, DOOM Eternal, A Plague Tale and soon Ghost of Tsushima, with The Last of Us Part 2 likely arriving natively in some capacity. Once the older titles have settled, it should be a non issue. I personally think it’s better to just have the delta updates available for whatever system you are downloading on so the file size is smaller. Smart delivery is convenient, but it really is not hard to know about the version you have. Plus, you can always consult the trophy page and if the icon is full size , it’s the PS5 version.
The Eclectic Gamer
2021-07-06 19:03:21 +0000 UTCI really liked Control but I’d love for them to figure out a way to make more of the lore into audio logs. I love good lore and I found all the documents interesting, but if you’re like me, you have to read everything and there’s so much of it. It got to be pretty distracting when constantly pausing to read, and I felt like the gameplay and atmosphere suffered for it.
Samuel Ashley
2021-07-06 17:49:57 +0000 UTCI dug the new outro. The call out of Ramon being Colins best friend was great.
2021-07-06 15:02:36 +0000 UTCother than trying to use recognizable characters, i don’t understand these companies trying to retell stories we’ve already seen in video games instead of just telling a unique story within the games universe. it would be so much better and interesting. why do we need to see the story of The Last of Us or Borderlands again? give us something new
coolguyniko
2021-07-06 02:17:16 +0000 UTCSame here. I’ll occasionally just browse their deals, but I never just peruse. As shaky as the Switch store is, I probably spend more time going through those deals even more so than the PSN.
Peabody
2021-07-06 00:02:04 +0000 UTCHey guys, I literally never browse the PlayStation Store looking for new games. I occasionally look at the sales but that’s it. I just find it frustrating and a waste of time. I’m curious if there are others like myself?
Ashley Carter
2021-07-05 23:22:02 +0000 UTCThat's true.
Colin Moriarty
2021-07-05 20:40:04 +0000 UTCIt just seems needlessly penny-pinching.
Colin Moriarty
2021-07-05 20:39:57 +0000 UTCI would prefer they didn't buy too many other studios; I'm with you.
Colin Moriarty
2021-07-05 20:39:47 +0000 UTCI get ppl are upset about the pricing for the Ghost Of Tsushima DLC but hey, they gave us the Legends mode for free which easily was worth at least $20.
Michael Buffill
2021-07-05 14:45:58 +0000 UTCThe increase in resolution is what I’ll be buying the PS5 upgrade for in Ghost of Tsushima. The current backwards compatible version on PS5 looks a little soft now compared to other titles. I can’t wait to see it in (dynamic) 4K, although I am with you that it shouldn’t cost an extra $10.
Josh Lucas
2021-07-05 11:34:08 +0000 UTCI guess I wouldn't be missing out but I hope they don't buy FromSoft. They make my favorite games and I genuinely want everyone to enjoy them where they want. I'm even cool with second party exclusives, I love Bloodborne. Just don't want that exclusivity for all of them, else we get more situations where Bloodborne never gets fucking touched and can't be played on PC for a better experience. I'm convinced Sony would sooner remake that game than just give us a nice remaster or straight port. That's all I ask. Usually I'm neutral to these buy outs because I have every platform... but FS is my favorite studio.
David P
2021-07-04 20:01:13 +0000 UTCI think he's right, though. The brand is more mature, now.
Colin Moriarty
2021-07-04 17:14:37 +0000 UTCHe was a real one.
Colin Moriarty
2021-07-04 17:14:23 +0000 UTCMany other games catch my eye.
Colin Moriarty
2021-07-04 17:14:18 +0000 UTCThey were great.
Colin Moriarty
2021-07-04 17:14:08 +0000 UTCHm.
Colin Moriarty
2021-07-04 17:14:01 +0000 UTCIt would be nice to just get access to the oldies on PS3.
Colin Moriarty
2021-07-04 17:13:44 +0000 UTCMy god Maldonado, let the Last of Us Part II go. The take on Sony can’t get that Kevin Butler level of fun back was just way off. We get it, you didn’t like the game but at some point you got to move on.
AllTooEasy_
2021-07-04 15:45:57 +0000 UTCThe Kevin Butler talk just made me miss Jackie T. Nobody will ever go out on top again like he did after that Xbox One presser. I’ll remember his smile until the end of my days.
NeO JD
2021-07-04 14:07:24 +0000 UTCI'm surprised Colin didn't express any interest in playing A Plague Tale when going over the July PS Plus lineup . The game has some serious Last of Us parallels in presentation and gameplay. I'm sure he'd dig it.
James Pies
2021-07-04 12:57:48 +0000 UTCHow dare Collin recommend the reignited trilogy over the og games! No hate lol
Tanner Lange
2021-07-04 02:57:16 +0000 UTCGetting a dog is an investment for the worst day of your life True, just lost my girl of 6 years, been a rough 10 weeks. BUT it was the best 6 years of my life, so the pain sucks, but the memories are great
Simon
2021-07-04 01:31:36 +0000 UTCReally hope we get another Super Stardust or Resogun. Would be a shame if those series are dead. We desperately need Infamous, Killzone, & Resistance off of PS3. I’d take a collection or complete remaster.
Brandon Soto
2021-07-03 19:53:28 +0000 UTCOne message, Jeremy! <3
Colin Moriarty
2021-07-03 17:51:17 +0000 UTCI liked playing it, personally.
Colin Moriarty
2021-07-03 17:51:04 +0000 UTCIt's very budget, I agree. Not knowing much about it before going in, that also surprised me. That said, I'd consider Tales their AAA release this year.
Colin Moriarty
2021-07-03 17:50:57 +0000 UTC<3
Colin Moriarty
2021-07-03 17:50:33 +0000 UTCI get Front Mission vibes from Scarlet Nexus, too.
Colin Moriarty
2021-07-03 17:50:30 +0000 UTCIt would be nice for them to re-release it.
Colin Moriarty
2021-07-03 17:50:17 +0000 UTC<3
Colin Moriarty
2021-07-03 17:50:06 +0000 UTCHe's obsessed.
Colin Moriarty
2021-07-03 17:50:02 +0000 UTCI didn't know that.
Colin Moriarty
2021-07-03 17:49:59 +0000 UTCIt'll always go down that same ol' road.
Colin Moriarty
2021-07-03 17:49:54 +0000 UTCTime. I run two businesses, am writing two games, appear on 3-4 weekly shows, and still play like 30-50 hours of games a week!
Colin Moriarty
2021-07-03 17:49:19 +0000 UTCThe worst.
Colin Moriarty
2021-07-03 17:49:13 +0000 UTCMicrosoft paid for positive coverage after the Xbox One reveal, so it has happened. I'm not saying it's happening now, but it has.
Jeremy Seal
2021-07-03 17:19:30 +0000 UTCDeath stranding is better experienced through youtube videos explaining the lore, than actually being played as a game. From a lore perspective it's very interesting but as a game it's a complete chore to play. I'm not surprised it didnt sell well.
Big titty drinker
2021-07-03 07:22:43 +0000 UTCI'm enjoying Scarlet Nexus as well, but am feeling little critical that over 90% of the cinematic storytelling is told through still images. Seeing how this is Namco's flagship release this year I would have expected fully animated cutscenes for a game of Tales pedigree. It seems clear that the story's scope of ambition didn't meet the game's budget. Regardless, the game is still fun and is definitely worth a recommendation. It's also worth mentioning that there is simultaneous anime that is currently airing now that is worth watching.
ToastIX
2021-07-03 02:30:15 +0000 UTCStarted listening before going out for my birthday and you guys are talking about death 😂 thanks for getting me in the mood to party lmao
Josh Lucas
2021-07-03 01:05:08 +0000 UTCFront mission was beast mode. Also the story of those games were amazing.
P Neal
2021-07-02 22:22:12 +0000 UTCThe talk about death is always a good reminder of just how great of persona 3. The entire story line is about loss and death and acceptance. It’s why it’s my favorite persona. Gave me panic attacks cause I start thinking about death and the universe lol
Adamthm
2021-07-02 20:35:08 +0000 UTCThis will help me through the purgatory that is work tomorrow. Thanks for picking my question guys. Much love.
Jamie Milligan
2021-07-02 20:00:13 +0000 UTCI knew Dustin would say something about a Bloodborne remaster by Bluepoint. That’s gotta be a move they make. He read my mind!
NukeDukem
2021-07-02 19:52:52 +0000 UTCThe reason Charlie keeps referring to Pepe Sylvia is because he is misreading Pennsylvania on all the mail
Retlaw
2021-07-02 18:18:45 +0000 UTCIn regards to the Iain Garner topic, I just want to point out how towards the end of his Twitter thread, he mentions something about him being white and privileged and how it’s hard for him still. I don’t know if anyone else sees it but that’s a perfect example of how MONEY is what gives you privilege, not the color of your damn skin. 😆 just wanted to point that out. Great episode so far! Currently listening to it now as I work.
Jeff Caseres
2021-07-02 17:54:24 +0000 UTCColin, whatever happened to Ratchet and Clank Into the Nexus, or Disco Elysium, or the VR initiative? You're giving me blue balls.
Jake Z
2021-07-02 17:46:42 +0000 UTC"I'm a gamer not because I have no life, but because I choose to have many" Couldn't help but think of that stupid t-shirt quote with the existential topic 😅
Alan Hardee
2021-07-02 17:15:31 +0000 UTCInteresting. I suspect there may be more to his future than we think.
Colin Moriarty
2021-07-02 16:43:29 +0000 UTCI'm very pleased. =)
Colin Moriarty
2021-07-02 16:43:17 +0000 UTCAh, good catch. Call-in.
Colin Moriarty
2021-07-02 16:43:10 +0000 UTCPlease do.
Colin Moriarty
2021-07-02 16:42:47 +0000 UTCHappy Independence Day!
Colin Moriarty
2021-07-02 16:42:42 +0000 UTCThat's right.
Colin Moriarty
2021-07-02 16:42:33 +0000 UTCBetter than that.
Colin Moriarty
2021-07-02 16:42:28 +0000 UTCIt seems the Kojima Xbox project has to do with a game he was supposedly working on for Google Stadia that was canceled because Stadia is a shit show as we know. It was reportedly episodic so I can see why Sony wouldn’t want this. But like you said Col, kojima could be working on multiple games. He was scaling his studio up after death stranding
Kenneth Oms
2021-07-02 16:41:28 +0000 UTCGod damn im loving this content!!
Marcos Aquino Pimentel
2021-07-02 16:36:04 +0000 UTCLook at it this way, death is a lot like being stupid: it only sucks for other people!
Stephen Forgione
2021-07-02 16:30:32 +0000 UTCIs it “another call-in show” or “another Colin” show? 🤔
Corey Adams
2021-07-02 16:27:03 +0000 UTCahh, its nice to get my weekly dose of existentialism within the first 10 mins of the show. i almost forgot i was locked into a definitive march towards oblivion
Jacob
2021-07-02 16:25:53 +0000 UTCI've been dying waiting for this episode. Let's dive in boys!
PuppiesOnParade
2021-07-02 16:25:11 +0000 UTCMan just what I needed to start July 4th weekend: a ten minute intro on death.
Stephen Forgione
2021-07-02 16:18:53 +0000 UTCDamn boi, he thicc.
Dennis Johnson
2021-07-02 16:08:57 +0000 UTC3 + hours?! Cinema
Andrew
2021-07-02 16:07:32 +0000 UTC
