Ragnell Posted November 22, 2008 Share Posted November 22, 2008 Which of these things isn't completely necessary in a good videogame? Yes, I know a really good game needs all 3, but which is least needed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lord Cow-Cow Posted November 22, 2008 Share Posted November 22, 2008 well story is a must so it was between the other two, and since I didn't know what New, Inventive Game play was supposed to mean I picked that Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ragnell Posted November 22, 2008 Author Share Posted November 22, 2008 well story is a must so it was between the other two, and since I didn't know what New, Inventive Game play was supposed to mean I picked that New, Inventive gameplay is gameplay that is different from other games in that genre or series. Like laguz in Fire Emblem: PoR or different heights in Fire Emblem: RD. Basically some new gameplay mechanic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nightmare Posted November 22, 2008 Share Posted November 22, 2008 Graphics. It has been proven time and again that a game does not need good graphics to be good. Granted, it's good to have awesome graphics, but if they're missing then who cares? Only graphicswhores would. >_> If a game is missing a great storyline (provided storylines are a focal point of the genre) it'll be boring and sometimes even painful to go through. If a game is missing good gameplay, then it's hardly a good game. Gameplay is the most important aspect of a game. It makes or breaks the game. A game can have horrible story, graphics, music but in the end, if the gameplay is good/great, then the game is still enjoyable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Masu Posted November 22, 2008 Share Posted November 22, 2008 graphics arent needed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knife Posted November 22, 2008 Share Posted November 22, 2008 Storyline isn't really necessary in some games, but graphics and gameplay can be applied to every game. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiba Posted November 22, 2008 Share Posted November 22, 2008 fuck graphics, this is a fucking fire emblem board and your asking what a game needs less!?!?!?!? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Not Changed by VASM :( Posted November 22, 2008 Share Posted November 22, 2008 Storyline isn't needed in say a game like...Mario Kart. However Graphics aren't needed, just appreciated. New Gameplay...it depends really. All three are necessary for a truly great game. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nightmare Posted November 22, 2008 Share Posted November 22, 2008 Storyline isn't really necessary in some games, but graphics and gameplay can be applied to every game. Well see, there are many instances in which one person plays a game just because the storyline gives them orgasms. Even though they dislike/hate the gameplay and can't stand the graphics, they play through just for the story. I've seen many people like this. But you don't see many people playing just for graphics, because no matter how good they are, they will eventually get boring (unless they're absurdly good or you're a graphicswhore). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uguu Posted November 22, 2008 Share Posted November 22, 2008 Good games don't need good graphics. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Judge Judy Posted November 22, 2008 Share Posted November 22, 2008 Games don't need awesome graphics. I think gameplay and the plot is what really matters since those two elements is what keeps the gamers engaged. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tingle Posted November 22, 2008 Share Posted November 22, 2008 I bet you that if an absolutely stellar, amazing game better than SoTN, OoT and any other epic game was made, but had terrible graphics, it would still be awesome. But stupid graphics whores would hate on it. :/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steven Tyler Posted November 22, 2008 Share Posted November 22, 2008 I won't go into deep details on genres because each genre of game has their own needs. Overrall, I do believe that ALL games needs a great game play experience. It'll be the game play that people remember most about video games. Not graphics and sometimes, not the story. The very first thing people want to know is that "Is the game good?" THey don't give a damn about graphics (unless you are a moron who think graphics make the game play better, and people like that shouldn't play games at all.) nor do they care about music (music does set the mood for the game however) or anything else. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheEnd Posted November 22, 2008 Share Posted November 22, 2008 "Awesome graphics" are by far the less needed. They're just a plus, and nothing more than that. Story comes second. Some genres don't need a storyline at all. I mean, if you're playing Street Fighter, Shinobi or classic Megaman for the plot, you're doing it wrong. IMO, gameplay is the most important aspect here, hands down. A nice story may entertain you for the first time, but a good, well-thought gameplay is what keeps you playing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nightmare Posted November 22, 2008 Share Posted November 22, 2008 I bet you that if an absolutely stellar, amazing game better than SoTN, OoT and any other epic game was made, but had terrible graphics, it would still be awesome. But stupid graphics whores would hate on it. :/ omg uv playid ston lmao Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SmartRutter7 Posted November 23, 2008 Share Posted November 23, 2008 graphics. After all, plenty of old games are awesome and don't have awesome graphics. :P Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zanarkin Posted November 23, 2008 Share Posted November 23, 2008 A game without awesome graphics is fine as long as it is challenging. Odd i was thinking of making a poll like this Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ragnell Posted November 23, 2008 Author Share Posted November 23, 2008 Wow, I can't believe how many people have said graphics :o . Personally, I would say graphics as well. Although a game does not necissarily need NEW, inventive gameplay. One of the things Fire Emblem is known for is not making any drastic changes, and it has worked out so far. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Tarrasque Posted November 23, 2008 Share Posted November 23, 2008 "Awesome Graphics" would definitely be the last thing a game needs in order to be good. None of that stuff is absolutely necessary though... Take New Super Mario Bros for example. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Princess Kilvas Posted November 23, 2008 Share Posted November 23, 2008 graphics arent needed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ercdouken Posted November 23, 2008 Share Posted November 23, 2008 I went with the popular choice, graphics. They're a plus, but not needed. Stories aren't always needed. Some games don't even need a story. The story doesn't have to be good either. It's all about the gameplay. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zanarkin Posted November 23, 2008 Share Posted November 23, 2008 why is this in ftff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HowAreYaBud Posted November 23, 2008 Share Posted November 23, 2008 Graphics are unimportant! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lord Cow-Cow Posted November 23, 2008 Share Posted November 23, 2008 everyone is voteing as if the other choice is gameplay, but it isn't it's NEW gameplay. If you only played one of the series NEW gameplay doesn't matter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knife Posted November 23, 2008 Share Posted November 23, 2008 If you want to play the NES, sure it is. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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