The first game was like RPG soul food. It didn’t do anything new, the gameplay was fine and the story wasn’t bad. Nothing innovative but nothing poorly executed. I think people should look to the game as explanation for why Nintendo doesn’t make the ‘normal Mario game’ they want. Innovation is the simplest way to dress up a game, even if you like the loop it’s healthier if the sequel is different.
katze@lemmy.cafe 2 days ago
I honestly don’t know why so many game journalists and bloggers are obsessed with innovations, and judge games based on that. A game doesn’t need to reinvent a genre to be good and enjoyable.
FurtiveFugitive@lemm.ee 2 days ago
Not every game needs to reinvent the wheel. You’re absolutely right.
However, games that ask me to spend $80 absolutely need to bring something exceptional to the table.