miz1q2w3e on 10 September 2011
Hi there! So I decided to post in your thread :p Here goes nothing...
is it okay to compare a game to another game, or should the references be vague? I think not comparing games to each other is best
What is your ideal review grade? What does each number or letter mean to you? I really like this scale :)
| Jay520 said: Here's a review scale I think would work 10: Game of the Generation contender 9: Game of the Year contender 8: Great game. Should be enjoyed by most people. 7. Good game. Should be enjoyed by fans of the genre 6. Okay. Maybe enjoyabe fans of the genre 5. Meh. A forgettable game 4. Game has some mechanical issues 3. Shovelware 2. This game is unplayable (literally) 1. This game physically hurts you when you play it |
Do you prefer the review to be free-flowing or structured? I like structured reviews better
Do you prefer letter or number grading? I prefer numbered grading
What's the ideal length for a review? Do you like longer or shorter reviews? I like longer reviews, especially for big/hyped games or if a games is big/great in itself
Do you care about the reviewer's story and how he came to play this game? No, sorry
What is the most important thing in a videogame? Story? Gameplay? Production values? I think gameplay is generally the most important element in a game, but it really depends on the genre. One great thing would be to talk about the general theme of the game. I know I enjoy unreal/fantasy themed games more than realistically themed ones and it really affects how much I enjoy a game
Do you prefer to laugh while reading a review, or would you prefer it to be serious? I wouldn't mind seeing lighthearted reviews
Do you prefer a review that points out flaws or one that highlights the good? Is Balance best? I think it's best to highlight the good. If I'm interested in a game i'm not gonna want to think of all the bad stuff (I probably wouldn't have noticed otherwise) while playing it - - - On the other hand, if there's something really bad about a game that heavily affects the experience in a negative way then you should warn people about it :p
Do you prefer written or video/audio reviews. I enjoy both but prefer video reviews
Is it okay to use a review as a platform to discuss a game mechanic you feel strongly about? Sure. Especially If it's a really great feature of a game, then by all means :p
Should it be about opinion or should it stick to the straight facts? *Definitely try to stick to the facts as much as possible!*
And as others mentioned, no spoilers!
And as others mentioned, no spoilers!
Another thing I'd like to say is you should write what you really think is right and really try to let as little opinion/bias as possible show through in your review (yes critics are human too) - - - Just remember, this is the internet, don't let what negative people say get to you or influence you that much (I just read your OP in this thread). I know the phrase gets tossed around a lot but seriously, you can't please everyone!!
Also, this might sound kinda silly but... Try reading your review from different people's standpoints, like from a fan's point of view, or a hater or casual gamer's point of view maybe. It could also give you a chance to counter negative comments before they happen n_n
