Game Scoop! 748: Bethesda Insists Starfield Is Not Boring
Dec 2, 2023
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Omega Cops Daemon Hatfield, Sam Claiborn, and Justin Davis discuss Bethesda's response to negative reviews of Starfield, explore the impact on their brand, and compare player counts. They also talk about Baldur's Gate 3, mixed reviews for 'Monarch', and play Video Game 20 Questions.
Bethesda's response to negative reviews of Starfield on Steam was unusual and sparked speculation on their intentions and strategies.
The hosts discuss their favorite gateway games that introduced them to various genres, such as turn-based RPGs, deck-building games, and roguelikes.
The podcast hosts share their experiences and connections with the game Banjo-Kazooie, discussing its impact and influence on their love for platformers and 3D adventure games.
Deep dives
Gateway Games
The hosts discuss their favorite gateway games that introduced them to various genres. Some examples include South Park: The Stick of Truth for turn-based RPGs, Slay the Spire for deck-building games, and Spelunky for roguelikes. They also mention games like Perfect Dark and GoldenEye as gateways into first-person shooters and Halo 2 for team-based multiplayer games. Additionally, they discuss their introductions to genres like turn-based strategy, RPGs, and MMOs.
Bethesda Responding to Reviews
The hosts talk about Bethesda's unusual response to negative reviews of Starfield on Steam. Bethesda's customer support account on Steam responded to reviews by stating that some planets are intentionally empty and compared it to the experience of astronauts visiting the moon. They discuss the unorthodox approach and speculate on Bethesda's intentions and strategies behind this response.
Scoop Nation Game of the Year Award
The hosts mention the ongoing Scoop Nation Game of the Year Award, where listeners can vote for their favorite game of the year. They share the current top nominees, including Tears of the Kingdom, Baldur's Gate 3, and Resident Evil 4. They also discuss the voting process and invite listeners to participate.
Banjo-Kazooie, a beloved platformer from the 90s
Banjo-Kazooie is a popular platformer game that was released in the 90s. Developed by Rare and published by Nintendo, the game features a duo of characters, Banjo the bear and Kazooie the bird. Players explore various levels, collect jiggies and notes, and transform into different objects and animals. The game received critical acclaim for its charming characters, engaging gameplay, and creative level design.
Nostalgia and memories associated with Banjo-Kazooie
Banjo-Kazooie holds a special place in the hearts of many gamers, evoking nostalgia and cherished memories. The podcast hosts share their experiences and connections with the game, discussing how it influenced their love for platformers and 3D adventure games. They also talk about the challenges of collecting all the jiggies and notes, as well as the excitement of playing Banjo-Kazooie on the Xbox 360 with improved graphics and performance. The game's impact, along with its sequel Banjo-Tooie, and the mixed reception of the spin-off title Nuts & Bolts, are also touched upon.
Welcome back to IGN Game Scoop!, the ONLY video game podcast! This week your Omega Cops -- Daemon Hatfield, Sam Claiborn, and Justin Davis -- are discussing Bethesda, Starfield, Super Mario Bros. Wonder, Tears of the Kingdom, Baldur's Gate 3, and more! And, of course, they play Video Game 20 Questions.
