Do We Still Need E3?

2016 is looking like a bad year for the Electronic Entertainment Expo. Four companies have decided they're out this year. EA led the charge, saying it would have an alternative, concurrent fan event in Los Angeles. Activision is only going to have meetings to see the new Call of Duty and won't have a booth. Disney's going to focus on future fan events, so it's out. Wargaming decided E3 doesn't fit with its free-to-play plans. That's four big companies that are all bailing, either pulling out completely or drastically cutting back their plans.

To give some perspective, EA and Activision typically have the biggest booths at E3, taking up a lot of space in the LA Convention Center's South Hall. Disney and Wargaming don't have the biggest booths, but they're also substantial presences. Without them there, the biggest presenters in that area are Ubisoft, Konami, Warner Bros., and Square Enix. Think of it as half of that part of E3 gone. But really, it makes sense and may not be that bad.

It isn't like the companies are denying early coverage. They're shifting focus. It's something that's been building. In the last few years, video game developers and publishers' presence at fan events have been growing. Things like comic cons have seen major attention. The New York and San Diego Comic Cons especially have strong support from game companies. It lets them directly reach buyers and build hype in a way E3 doesn't.

These events have been so successful that other companies have prepped their own personal events. The EA Play event is hardly the first instance of a company doing its own thing for people who enjoy their games. Sony's held two PlayStation Experiences so far. Each one's been a success. People flew in from across the country for the 2014 and 2015 PSXes. They'll surely do so for the ensuing shows. Disney even has its D23 fan events, which are offering more and more gaming-related announcements for followers. More efficient methods are being found.

Which means that E3's purpose can change. It should be an event where journalists can investigate games and industry professionals can do business. All of these flashy booths and fanfare distracted from that. By changing to focus on private meetings where people can interact with actual developers and publishers instead of representatives hired for the event. It can become a more educational and business-like experience.

Perhaps we've come to a point where E3 is outdated. The industry has grown so much over the last 20 years. It may be better to divide up promotional endeavors. Have fan events held by the companies for people, as well as booths at major fan conventions, to hype up games for a general audience. Turn E3 into a more professional place of business, where more in-depth investigation can occur. It'll allow for more comprehensive coverage and a better way for everyone to connect with their favorite games.

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4. “I CAN BEAT ANYONE”

I have come across this phrase a countless number of times in my life. We all have or have had that friend who says “I can beat anyone in Call of Duty or Halo or FIFA.” To be honest I am also guilty of the same because I think no one can beat me in FIFA and it’s a fact.

5. “I AM REALLY BAD AT THIS GAME”

On the contrary to the players who says “I can beat anyone” there are also players who says “I am really bad at this game”. We have seen a lot of such players in multiplayer games, who despite being a pro acts as if they hadn’t played the game before at all.

At the end of the day they would be the ones with the most number of kills. Silly, isn’t it? I don’t understand why people tell such lies, maybe such comments make the other players put off their guards and take them casually. This gives them a window to hit them hard and win.

6. “I WOULD HAVE BEEN THE CHAMP IF I HAD ENOUGH TIME TO PLAY”

There is an another set of gamers (or liars) who can be heard saying that they could even beat the “esports” champion if they had enough time to play. Most of them stress the fact that they do a real job, hence they can’t give enough time to gaming. What a stupid excuse to make.

7. UNPLUGGING YOUNGER SIBLING’S CONTROLLER

I have to admit that even I am guilty of of this. There were numerous occasions when I let my younger brother play with a controller which was not even plugged to the console.

The main reason behind it was that I didn’t want anyone to bother me while playing my favorite game. Now, if you’re judging me I should let you know that it’s not only me who have done this as there are a lot of gamers who do this to their siblings.

8. TOO EASY

We all have that one friend who replies “that’s too easy” when you ask them about a game. Be it Dark Souls or any tough game it will still be easy for them. Maybe they think making such comments will make them look cool or feel like the best gamer in the world. Only GOD knows that actual reason behind such comments.

If you think we missed out on any other gamer lies please feel free to share them on the comments below.

8 Things Gamers Lie About While Playing Videogames

Prepare a list of gamers who have never lied, and it might just be a short list. Almost every gamer has told a fib including even me, the great Vikram the merciful, and I’ve been mashing thumb since the age of seven.

Be it beating a boss, finding a secret tunnel, or blaming your poor connection for a loss, lies have been prevalent in gaming since the early 1800’s.

Let us look at some of such lies which are widely used by gamers.

1. BOASTS ABOUT HAVING A HIGHER K/D RATIO

K/D Ratio means the Kills and Deaths Ratio. K/D ratio is a number which is derived after dividing the total number of kills with the total number of deaths. For example if you get 10 kills in a game and die 5 times your K/D ratio is 2.

K/D ratio is actually a status symbol among the gamers, hence they lie about it all the time. There are lot a gamers who never reveal their K/D ratio to others and lies about having a better ratio than they actually have.

2. BLAMES LAG

This is one of the most common lies that a gamer uses when they lose a multiplayer game. There are a lot of gamers who feel that they can never be beaten unless there is lag. It’s kind of instinctive now for most of us to blame lag despite having a good connection. Maybe you should blame your newb skills, blaming lag salvages some pride despite losing or getting killed.

3. ACCUSING OTHERS OF CHEATING OR HACKING

This lie is prevalent in multiplayer gaming scenarios. Everyone knows that there can always be gamers who have better skills than the others but only a few of them will agree. Anyone who plays better gets called a cheater or hacker or gets accuused of using an exploit to win the match.

If you are a good player, you should have definitely been called a hacker more than a few times.

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THE SIMS

We’ve all played it, we all know it, and at one point in our lives, the majority of us decided it was a good idea to make our sims life better than our own.

I don’t know what makes The Sims so captivating. We are after all just making virtual people and watching them do routine day to day things. They wake up, go to work, come back, eat and sleep. But why is it so damn addictive? Are we subconsciously projecting our own wants, needs and aspirations into our virtual selves? It would explain why we spend so much time controlling them, working on that promotion or chasing down our future wife.

But seriously, do not play this game if you’re happy with your social life. It will be the end of it.

This was our list of 8 video games that will ruin your social life. Have we missed a game that turned you away from your friends? Let us know in the comments section!

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CALL OF DUTY

Love it or hate it, there’s no denying how easy it is to put hours into CoD without realizing exactly how much time has passed.

Take away the toxic community and fan base, CoD really isn’t as bad as people like to make it out. Sure, it’s never going to be GOTY and for the best part each new game feels like a re-skin of the previous title, but at it’s core, it’s a solid, relatively well balanced shooter. Combine this with great graphics, experimental movement mechanisms and a rewarding score streak system, you have CoD at its best.

Not as casual as CS:GO, but really fun to play nonetheless, you’ll have your parents concerned as you scream at your TV after hitting that sweet 360 no-scope final kill on SnD.

DOTA 2

I’ve never quite understood the hype of games such as Dota, personally since I don’t see the fascination of the genre. But, upon some extensive research, an open mind and input from some fans, I can see why it generates so much hype.

Dota 2 was released in 2013 and still to this day draws new players in, that fact itself speaks volumes about the game. It boasts engaging game play and how wildly deep the game is. According to hardcore fans, you’ll never truly ‘master’ the game. Even at the conclusion of the game, it’s never truly the end. The hours you pile into Dota 2 will never feel wasted as you keep learning new things, regardless of how much you’ve experienced.

Besides the game, the community contributes just as much with fan literature, art and some.. questionable videos. Definitely turn your safe search on while googling Dota.

TEAM FORTRESS 2 

Team Fortress 2 is like all your childhood games wrapped into one solid, by the numbers first person shooter.

It’s relatively basic, you’re offered a set of classes, each have their own strengths and weaknesses, take your pick and get to it, simple as that. With the cartoon like style, dark humor undertones and controlled (or not so much) chaos. What else can you ask for in a game? It’s much more simplistic than that other FPS games today, which is probably why it’s thought of so highly.

If you’re looking to spend your free time blasting away your opposition and hilariously dancing over their bodies, look no further. Just don’t blame us if you find yourself leaving your house once a month.

LEAGUE OF LEGENDS

It wouldn’t really be a list of addictive games if LoL didn’t make an appearance. It has, after all, one of the most rapidly growing and dedicated fan bases ever.

It’s quite the opposite of most games on the list, where other games have been mellow, this is outright competitive. Each bout, in its own way, is different. You won’t be faced with the same champions, and with LoL being a game where your success relies heavily on your strategies, you will find yourself changing your own tactics often. This makes the game a challenge at the best of times, it constantly forces you out of your own comfort zone and makes you try things you wouldn’t usually do.

Swapping out kills for teamwork, LoL will have you festering in your bedroom trying to find that perfect strategy, if there is one.

8 Videogames That Can Totally Ruin Your Social Life

It’s great having friends, you can catch movies with them, go for drinks or simply just chill out together. It’s been proven having friends is good for your health, but if you intend of having them stick around, you might want to avoid these the next time you plan a gathering. Here’s 8 video games that can ruin your social life if you’re not careful enough.

THE WITCHER 3

Starting off the list, The Witcher 3 was awarded game of the year, which is no easy feat. It only seems fitting for this game to be on the list. For me personally, The Witcher 3 was the first of the franchise that I had the pleasure of diving head first into.

Say goodbye to your friends for at least a fortnight, TW3 is packed with quests, locations, dialogue and colorful characters, all of which will have you glued to your gamer chair (or desired seat) for a while. But it’s not just the content that will have you locked in, the game is beautifully paced. You’ll go from the feeling of making no progress to a plot twist instantly, couple this with the multiple choices (which can effect your story) and emotional attachments.

And I can’t mention the multiple endings, which has proven its effectiveness as I’m on my third play through. TW3 is a beautifully crafted emotional roller coaster of a game that will leave you wanting more (and leg cramp from not moving for six straight hours).

CS:GO 

In a world full of Call of Duty annual releases and the dedicated fans of the Battlefield franchise, what keeps CS:GO a prominent entry to the FPS genre?

It is, simply put, just fun. Where CoD over complicates things with exo suits and perks that transform you from soldier to terminator, CS:GO keeps things simple. Where Battlefield constantly encourages pay to win with god guns available for purchase (it’s always those damn level 140’s), CS:GO keeps all weapons available for everyone. Besides, we all know you’re going to use the AWP regardless.

However what ultimately puts this game on the list is how carefree the game is. Sure you could play it competitively, but it’s much easier and more fun (in my opinion) to just jump in a game with no pressure or expectations, just fun. You should probably make up some excuses for this one.

SKYRIM

I think all the devs at Bethesda consulted in their children when discussing the setting of Skyrim. Of course, I’m not complaining, there is a serious lack of video games that allow you to kill dragons with nothing more than your sword.

Much like another Bethesda RPG: Fallout 3, Skyrim is an open world RPG with a butt-load of quests and a giant, fully traversal world. What defines TES from Fallout however, is the lack of firepower. You’re downgraded to sword and bow which not only makes the majority of combat more challenging, it’s just simply much cooler wielding dual swords rather than a 10mm pistol. For the same reasons, stealth is a greater asset in Skyrim and is much more satisfying.

If Fallout 4 isn’t quite doing it for you, I’d recommend loading an old save file on Skyrim and relive the magic that had you locked in your room.

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Evolve

With giant monsters and teams of players being working together to take down those hulking, player-controlled beasts, the right execution could have made Evolve of one the most popular multiplayer titles of the year. But sadly, it fell well short of the mark.

Not only has the game been called out for bland maps and stale gameplay, but the lack of a playerbase has also proved to be a thorn in its side. Evolve‘s playerbase sank like a lead balloon not long after launch and despite Turtle Rock Studios best efforts things haven’t gotten better.

Godzilla

After 2014’s Godzilla brought the giant prehistoric lizard back into the limelight, many were surprised that the Godzilla video game, which was released on PS4 this year, also managed to let people down.

The biggest gripe people had with Godzilla were the graphics, which some said looked more like they were ripped from the PS3 or even the PS2 era. Moreover, players weren’t fond of the level design or the movement, which, in a game about stomping around as a giant monster that knocks down buildings, is a pretty egregious offense.

Do you agree with this list of big video game disappointments? Which other games failed to live up to the hype? Leave a comment and let us know.