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The video delves into the substantial backlash Capcom faced over the "Dragon's Dogma 2 Official Ways to Play Gameplay Overview" trailer, which had to be removed from Capcom's YouTube channel due to negative reactions, though it remains viewable on IGN. The speaker empathizes with the developers, urging the community to offer constructive feedback. Main criticisms revolve around the lack of unique enemies compared to the original game and its expansion, which impacts gameplay variety and replayability.
There are also significant concerns about performance issues, particularly on PC, which have intensified community hostility towards Capcom. The speaker acknowledges the complexity of resolving these technical problems while balancing investor pressures and gamer expectations. The need for improved marketing and post-launch support was noted.
Minor gameplay tweaks through patches haven’t addressed the core issues, and there's a call for more transparency from Capcom. The YouTuber Melo has been examining these patches and communicating hidden changes to the community. The speaker encourages viewers to share their thoughts on the game’s current state and hints at potential personal projects, such as working on mods and a Dragon's Dogma online playthrough.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses the backlash Capcom faced for the “Dragon’s Dogma 2 Official Ways to Play Gameplay Overview” trailer, which received enough negative attention to be removed from Capcom’s YouTube channel. However, IGN retained the video, and the like/dislike ratio illustrates player dissatisfaction. The speaker empathizes with the developers, comparing the situation to a friend being bullied, and suggests providing constructive feedback rather than contributing to negativity. Despite milder reactions on YouTube, the speaker mentions harsher criticism on other platforms like X.
Key points from comments include a need for more unique enemies in the game, highlighting a greater variety in the original “Dragon’s Dogma” and its expansion, compared to the limited enemy types in the sequel, which becomes repetitive after extended play. The speaker proposes that adding a few more enemy types and boss encounters would improve gameplay and replayability. Additionally, there is speculation about the potential for new DLC, but the speaker stresses the importance of first addressing performance issues on PC and consoles before focusing on additional content.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses community concerns regarding the performance issues in a game, specifically regarding a new DLC. They highlight that while the storyline of Dragon’s Dogma 2 may not be the focal point, the gameplay mechanics and character customization have always been celebrated by fans. The speaker jokes about becoming Capcom’s community manager due to the rising hostility seen on their official pages, particularly from PC players demanding performance fixes. They acknowledge the complexity of fixing such issues, likening it to changing a car’s timing belt without removing other parts. The segment also touches on how investors prioritize profit over game quality, creating a challenging environment for developers who balance gamer expectations with financial goals. Finally, there’s a critique on how Capcom might have managed marketing and post-launch support better.
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In this segment, the discussion focuses on slight gameplay tweaks being made through patches, which do not fully address the main issues players are experiencing. A YouTuber named Melo has been analyzing these patches and highlighting hidden changes. The community eagerly anticipates a more comprehensive patch and desires greater transparency from Capcom regarding ongoing performance issues. The speaker invites viewers to share their opinions on the game’s current state. Additionally, the speaker mentions an upcoming vacation and plans to work on finishing mods and possibly starting a Dragon’s Dogma online playthrough due to recent quest updates.