I don't agree with you about the stories. I'd say many of the latest generation of games (from the last 5 or so years) have been really focused on story and characterisation. It seems to be all about making the games as cinematic as possible now, sometimes to the detriment of the gaming experience, other times elevating the game to a new level of artistic expression.
The money that can be made in the industry now means you can attract great voice actors, invest in sublime graphics and downloadable content, and make playing a game not simply about getting to the last boss level, but about delving into an expansive fictional universe with a rich history, multifaceted characters and layers of non-linear story.
See: GTA, Far Cry, Bioshock, Deus Ex, LA Noire, Fallout, Red Dead Redemption, Assassin's Creed, Portal, F.E.A.R, Skyrim, Halo.
Honestly, can't you remember a time when virtually the only games with decent stories were Japanese RPGs? The balance has definitely adjusted in the right direction, imo. Perhaps you're playing the wrong games :P
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I don't agree with you about the stories. I'd say many of the latest generation of games (from the last 5 or so years) have been really focused on story and characterisation. It seems to be all about making the games as cinematic as possible now, sometimes to the detriment of the gaming experience, other times elevating the game to a new level of artistic expression.
The money that can be made in the industry now means you can attract great voice actors, invest in sublime graphics and downloadable content, and make playing a game not simply about getting to the last boss level, but about delving into an expansive fictional universe with a rich history, multifaceted characters and layers of non-linear story.
See: GTA, Far Cry, Bioshock, Deus Ex, LA Noire, Fallout, Red Dead Redemption, Assassin's Creed, Portal, F.E.A.R, Skyrim, Halo.
Honestly, can't you remember a time when virtually the only games with decent stories were Japanese RPGs? The balance has definitely adjusted in the right direction, imo. Perhaps you're playing the wrong games :P