Halo isn't what it used to Be

[Veknoid_Outcast]

S.T.A.G.E. said:

Veknoid_Outcast said:

It's very interesting to read this point of view. Microsoft taking a page out of Sony's playbook vis-a-vis presentation was, in tandem with the adoption of Call of Duty-style mechanics, the worst thing to happen to Halo, at least in my opinion. Prioritizing storytelling and presentation over drum-tight gunplay and improvisational gameplay sapped the soul from the series.

Anyway, most critics and consumers agree with you, so I'm very much in the minority on this one. 

Yep, I have to have it both ways, Story and gameplay mechanics, which is why I am such a fan of Sony games (which leads me to like Remedy as well. Go Quantum Break!). Halo 5 looks like its about to get more competitive as well. Just a beautiful looking game. Can't wait to play it. 

Again, it's very interesting to read this point of view that's so different from my own. Out of curiosity, why do you think story is so essential to a great video game experience?