Redfall: Why the game is said to be a "disaster"
According to Jeff Grubb, a well-known insider in the gaming industry, in an episode of "Last of the Nintendogs", a source at Microsoft had already told him a month before the release of Redfall that the game would be a "disaster". Grubb initially wanted to wait for the release of the game before commenting on this information. However, in hindsight, he admitted that he should have had more trust in his source.
Interestingly, Grubb also emphasized that Microsoft hardly monitors or intervenes with the studios. Jez Corden of Windows Central also made it clear that Microsoft had no involvement in the decision to delay or release Redfall. Therefore, rumors that Microsoft refused to delay the game are untrue.
Microsoft's Response to the Redfall Debacle
Phil Spencer, head of Microsoft Gaming, addressed the controversy surrounding Redfall and apologized for the state of the game. He emphasized that it did not meet his expectations or desires. This raises the question of whether Microsoft will intervene more in the development of games in the future to avoid such situations.
What Does This Mean for Players?
For players, the situation surrounding Redfall is naturally disappointing. Not only because of the high expectations for the game itself, but also because of the question of how a title from a renowned studio could be released in such a precarious state.
It remains to be seen whether Arkane Studios Austin and Microsoft will learn from this experience and pay more attention in the future to only releasing games when they are truly finished and can meet players' expectations.
What's Next for Redfall?
Despite the rocky start, it remains to be seen whether Redfall can still be saved. In the past, there have been some games that were improved through updates and patches after a difficult release and ultimately became successful. Hopefully, Redfall can follow this path and ultimately provide players with a satisfying experience.
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Conclusion
The rumors about Redfall being a "disaster" and Microsoft's statement about it show how important it is to only release games when they are truly finished and meet players' expectations. It remains to be hoped that both Arkane Studios Austin and Microsoft will learn from this situation and pay more attention in the future to releasing their games in a better state.
