Re: OT_ MOO3
It is like TV and Radio. You can get more listeners if you just play simple formulas, replay similar plots and sounds, and inundate with something that is sub-quality while those that are critically acclaimed get no air time as they are too risky. There is a greater guarantee to get money if you promote simple and flashy stuff then something that has substance. As who cares if you find 10 000 loyal listeners/purchasers, when you could get 100 000 people to buy your product and use it only once or twice. All that matters is the purchase, as people have short memories and will keep on going back when the next flashy thing comes out, not remembering that it was from the same guys who ripped you off before (just under a different name!).
Also, a lot of computer companies are relying on the pre-order to get a lot of their cash, along with Beta-Testers who are not quite thourough enough in pointing out bugs, or cannot tell the community about them due to a contract with the company. Many people by a flashy game (that looks good on screenshots), as well as a limited demo that flashes off only the cool aspects, hiding glaring large problems encountered with the expanded full game.
[ October 22, 2002, 03:14: Message edited by: Major Tom ]
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