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Penn · 07-10-2021 2:19pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/117988356#Comment_117988356

Seems like FIFA 19 was the last "new" FIFA game on Switch, 20, 21 & 22 have all been Legacy Edition, and therefore are reskins of FIFA 19.

FIFA 22 (Nintendo's site): FIFA 22 Legacy Edition will feature the same gameplay innovation from FIFA 21 without any new development or significant enhancements.

FIFA 21 (EA's site): FIFA 21 Legacy Edition will feature the same gameplay features from FIFA 20 without any new development or significant enhancements.

FIFA 20 (EA's site): The FIFA 20 Legacy Edition will feature the same gameplay innovation from FIFA 19 without any new development or significant enhancements.

marcbrophy · 07-10-2021 3:04pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/117988305#Comment_117988305

You think they wouldn't get away with asking for €40 for that, but they do 😂

Retr0gamer · 07-10-2021 3:06pm

FIFA 22 (Nintendo's site): FIFA 22 Legacy Edition will feature the same gameplay innovation from FIFA 21 without any new development or significant enhancements.

FIFA 21 (EA's site): FIFA 21 Legacy Edition will feature the same gameplay features from FIFA 20 without any new development or significant enhancements.

FIFA 20 (EA's site): The FIFA 20 Legacy Edition will feature the same gameplay innovation from FIFA 19 without any new development or significant enhancements.

You have to give them credit for the lack of lies and audacity with Fifa 2021.

pixelburp · 07-10-2021 3:10pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/117988819#Comment_117988819

Well that's it. It's all shameless and brazen, yet clearly, there's a market for it; the minimal development effort presumably never outpacing the money made from Switch owners who might buy these "newer" games.

Mr Crispy · 07-10-2021 5:45pm

Holy ****... a news story about working conditions in a big studio that's actually positive! Makes a pleasant change.

https://twitter.com/EidosMontreal/status/1446113805272948738?s=20

pixelburp · 07-10-2021 6:59pm

How are the workers paid I wonder. Presumably monthly and it's set in stone, otherwise losing a day of work/pay ain't that great.

AlmightyCushion · 07-10-2021 7:16pm

It says in the article that their salaries won't change.

Stone Deaf 4evr · 08-10-2021 9:12am

4, 20 hour days probably.

Zero-Cool · 08-10-2021 12:01pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/117991628#Comment_117991628

Don't forget the other 3 day 'optional' crunch.

DarC_Kn1ght · 08-10-2021 4:17pm

https://twitter.com/RockstarGames/status/1446490576896073728?t=mMp1AUP8TPgZAEUQRZeRLQ&s=19

It's official.

marcbrophy · 08-10-2021 4:57pm

It's official.

😮

pixelburp · 08-10-2021 4:59pm

That had been the gaming world's worst kept secret for the past few weeks; give us the (technical) details Rockstar, damnit *shakes fist*

RobertFoster · 08-10-2021 5:00pm

That theme music certainly brought back some memories.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qqpTq9_rf_Q

I'm sure the GTA III soundtrack will be mostly untouched in this edition compared to whatever licencing issues VC/SA will face.

Mr Crispy · 08-10-2021 5:04pm

Those teat still have something to give.

Zero-Cool · 08-10-2021 6:31pm

Hhhmmm i don't mind the old look if we can set least have modern modern aiming. Anyway, buying the **** out of this for nostalgia alone.

"Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy – The Definitive Edition will feature across-the-board upgrades including graphical improvements and modern gameplay enhancements for all three titles, while still maintaining the classic look and feel of the originals. We’re extremely excited to share more about these groundbreaking titles in the coming weeks — stay tuned!"

Penn · 08-10-2021 6:48pm

I said I'd only get it depending on what or how it's upgraded, but I know I'll probably end up getting it regardless, at the very least just to play through Vice City again.

Exclamation Marc · 08-10-2021 6:56pm

Please god the Vice City soundtrack remains intact

pixelburp · 08-10-2021 7:09pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/117994602#Comment_117994602

Wasn't a release of this already affected by licensing issues ?

Exclamation Marc · 09-10-2021 8:31am

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/117994652#Comment_117994652

Yep but they would have been relying on the licenses sought originally for any of the versions out there since it was originally released.

Hoping they renew the lapsed ones and retain the ones still permitted for this collection.

Varik · 10-10-2021 5:28pm

The license only lapsed for some of the Michael Jackson songs for the originals, the ports since would be under those terms but this would be newly negotiated.

I think music rights have actually gotten easier since back in the day so no reason it won't be all there.

Penn · 10-10-2021 5:43pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118001454#Comment_118001454

Will they get the rights to the Love Fist songs though? I think they're quite protective of licencing their songs, I've never heard them on anything else.

EoinMcLovin · 11-10-2021 2:56pm

https://twitter.com/gematsucom/status/1447558064660533251?t=YCr2vHyivMadrwWD6jtUAg&s=19

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Retr0gamer · 11-10-2021 3:39pm

I don't imagine the Jedi Knight games have aged well, wasn't massively impressed at release. And Republic commando while being decent is massively overrated for being a prequel game that doesn't suck. Pod racer though should still be decent.

Kiith · 11-10-2021 5:23pm

Jedi Academy was absolutely brilliant, and the gameplay holds up well enough. Still one of the best (maybe best) lightsaber combat in any game.

Graphically, not so much.

johnny_ultimate · 11-10-2021 5:29pm

And still no sign of the Star Wars Kinect remaster. For shame.

EoinMcLovin · 12-10-2021 8:18pm

https://twitter.com/G4TV/status/1447910146248781824?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1447910146248781824%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_c10&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ign.com%2Fie

G4 will officially be making its return on November 16, 2021

The official lineup at launch features the return of such classic shows as Xplay and Attack of the Show alongside new shows like the weekly esports comedy series Boosted. The launch lineup, with descriptions from G4, is as follows;

Attack of the Show!: The original geek culture variety show returns with host Kevin Pereira and a brand new cavalcade of misfits. Irreverent and unscripted, Attack of the Show! is a welcoming place for any fan who wants to spend a couple of hours laughing, watching epic stunts and hilarious sketches, and deep-diving

into the latest trends of the internet. From hilarious web videos to memes, to streaming of all types, to celebrity guests, to the weirdest tech, Attack of the Show! is still the show that gets it before it gets out.

Xplay: Xplay used an extra life! The ultimate video game review show returns as a digital-first content brand that balances an authoritative loudmouth confidence with the absurdity of a public-access comedy sketch show, all while (somehow) maintaining enough credibility to book interviews with top industry luminaries. Xplay is expanding the conversation with insightful and irreverent explorations into every game worth your time: AAA, indie, mobile, VR, retro… it’s all on the table. Adam Sessler is back, joined by a group of hilarious experts, to bring a brutally honest voice to the modern gaming scene.

Boosted: Boosted is a weekly esports comedy series for curious gamers and esports fanatics alike. Boosted is that moment in-game when you realize you’re the worst player in the lobby. We want to revel in the entry-level as we approach gaming and esports as interns guided by our executive-level experts. Boosted will cover the latest trends, news, and tournaments in the esports world every week.

Ninja Warrior: The quest to summit Mt. Midoriyama returns as G4 attains the exclusive linear broadcasting rights to SASUKE, better known as Ninja Warrior in the United States, from Tokyo Broadcasting System Television, Inc. (TBS). G4 will air all 167 episodes of the legendary competition series that pits heroic athletes of all types from pro gymnasts, to fishermen, to comedians against a four-stage, formidable, and/or impossible obstacle course. G4 will also present three tournaments never-before-seen in the United States, SASUKE 35, 36, and 37.

ESL Gaming: G4 has partnered with ESL Gaming, the world’s leading esports and gaming lifestyle company, to produce and broadcast several prime-time esports programs, a first for ESL Gaming in the US and Canada. G4’s exclusive linear broadcast rights make it the premier destination for ESL Pro Tourevents including the IEM Katowice 2022.

Dungeons & Dragons Limited Series: Coming off the immense success of D&D Live 2021 featuring notable celebrities like Jack Black, Tiffany Haddish, Kevin Smith, and DrLupo, G4 will continue its partnership with Wizards of the Coast with an all-new, limited-run series to premiere on G4 this Fall. The series will follow four campaigns with a mix of G4 talent, veteran D&D players, and celebrities for a new generation of D&D fans.

Grumpypants · 12-10-2021 8:45pm

For the day that's in it. Budget had a tax break for games designed, produced or tested here in Ireland.

The relief will be available at a rate of 32%, on eligible expenditure of up to a limit of €25m per project.

Hopefully this has a similar impact as it did for film and TV.

scottygee · 12-10-2021 9:16pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/117993921#Comment_117993921

WAHHHHH I'm excited!!!

Retr0gamer · 12-10-2021 9:56pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118011061#Comment_118011061

Better late than never. Back when I was trying to make a career in the industry and seriously thinking of setting up an indie studio, Ireland had a big opportunity to poach talent and studios away from the UK while the floundered with introducing their own cut. Would have seriously pursued it if this tax cut was there as it would have made it viable for me.

sniper_samurai · 12-10-2021 10:00pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118011261#Comment_118011261

Apparently it's a full €70/€80 release on consoles. Get to be f'd

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