Wow, I actually really liked this jimquisition. If you had cut the "After I die..." part, it would have been a phenomenal episode.
Jimquisition: Metacritic Isn't the Problem
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What did he actually serve? that:Fearzone said:
"publishers mistreating metascores is the same as blaming video games for crime"
His put down was pretty cool, but it would have been better saved for something much more poignant and profound that his poorly explained comparison that is spurious at best.
Jim kinda rubs me off the wrong way at times. But I gotta admit he's got the balls to do what I would probably want to do to trolls. So yeah, he's alright.
As far as Metacritic, I've never heard of it (Yeah, surprise!), but it sounds like just another internet site that reviews stuff, like Jim said. If they have an unique way to review stuff, well, that's their style. Can't tell them they suck or that they're wrong just because people disagree.
It's the internet, people! Don't take it so seriously. At the end of the day, we all log off.
As far as Metacritic, I've never heard of it (Yeah, surprise!), but it sounds like just another internet site that reviews stuff, like Jim said. If they have an unique way to review stuff, well, that's their style. Can't tell them they suck or that they're wrong just because people disagree.
It's the internet, people! Don't take it so seriously. At the end of the day, we all log off.
I just wish these publishers that are setting fire to gaming would pay more attention to videos like this and Extra Credits; so many valid points for consideration, so many things to take away.
How true, my experience: call one person a jackass for,well, being a jackass and get a warning. Call the majority of your show's viewers pricks and get fame. (sigh)Pr0 said:
I like this show btw, some truth well told. Though I'm afraid not in a way most of those concerned will be willing to listen to.
Minority groups can be a good thing and can provide unique perspectives on matters. I would argue that the industry need super-hardcore fans, because quite often they're in tune with the essence of a game/series and can provide great feedback to developers. Bioware Social is a great example of a hardcore fanbase which contributes to the development process of Bioware games in a positive way. I frequently loiter around the Mass Effect forums and the developers have taken ques from community requests.Zom-B said:
I feel that you've kinda missed the point, as it's not so much those OCD gamers who moan over score inconsistencies, but that it is ultimately the industry itself which has created a phenomena that works against the production of more innovative and risk-taking games. Sure, there's a small and vocal minority of people out there -- just like there is here on the Escapist -- who take issue with every detail in reviews and at the end of the day: it's their burden.
When will people learn that a 60, or a 70 does not necessarily equate to a bad game?
Love your videos, Jim! Make 'em angry
Dear Jim, you missed the part where not everyone has a 0-10 review scale, in which case, Metacritic puts just about anything they want there, index review written with no clue about the actual product, ignore balanced sources and, what was the other thing, oh yes, THOUGHT FOR MORE THAN A SECOND THAT SCORING HUMAN BEINGS BASED ON REVIEWS OF THEIR GAMES WAS A GOOD IDEA.
Why is the Escapist still posting these videos? Jim and his show are nothing but a self-referential rant on the obvious, using foul language and hollow faux sexism to fill in the gaps. I don't see how to improve the videos or why you would want to; everything said has been put forward many times before on this site and in much, much better terms.
Exactly.BlueInkAlchemist said:
Pointing out that your only joking about being a wanker and a sexist ass doesn't make it any more funny. I feel like Jim has nothing to say beyond what's already been said, so to hide it he makes the video self-referential as to allow the "you're just taking it too serious" excuse.
Not funny. Not smart.
Shallow. Predictable.
Shouldn't bonuses be sales based? That would make sense right? Well sure for a developers point of view, but the stuff that sells well in some cases doesn't make the publisher look good in the eyes of gamers. So making the publisher look good is the bonus for devers with metacritic.
For once, just once, i would love to see somebody who actually takes the time to rebut to some of the points instead of just focusing on the delivery as if that was important.Roocifer said:
Because that's not the only problem you have, I hope.
Because if the case is that you just don't like his persona, I assure you, WE GOT IT. It's been nine videos (eight if you don't count the E3 video), he clearly isn't going to change it and the escapist clearly wants to keep him, so kindly shut your traps and start considering, i don't know, WATCHING SOMETHING ELSE. Something you like, preferrably, to spare another audience your FUCKING WHINING.
Nobody is going to stop liking him because you say so and the site isn't going to spiral down into obscurity because of one person you don't like. Especially considering that that one person is competent enough to be a reviews editor, which makes his opinion worth listening to, if anything to get an idea of what someone who works in that particular field might think about various issues.
And besides, it baffles me that a site that has Yahtzee weekly destroying pretty much every game he comes across, would have such a fucking sensitive fanbase. It's not a seniority thing because Jim has been doing this for a while too, and it's not the fact that Yahtzee's opinion is clearer because lots of people have trouble understanding whether he likes a game or not, so what's the fucking deal here? Why are two perfectly valid opinions presented in an unhortodox fashion being treated so differently?
I never looked at metacritic in my life. Too many haters and fanboys out there. I'd rather depend on non score based reviews.
Honestly, I don't like Jim, as a persona. Being aloft and acting like you are better than everybody is not creative, appealing or funny and wears out its novelty after 3 videos. You do have some valid points and discussion going on in your videos. Why degrade them with that side stuff that is not funny nor interesting.(IMO, remember that)
He can stay for all I care, but I don't think I'm going to watch more videos from him.
Honestly, I don't like Jim, as a persona. Being aloft and acting like you are better than everybody is not creative, appealing or funny and wears out its novelty after 3 videos. You do have some valid points and discussion going on in your videos. Why degrade them with that side stuff that is not funny nor interesting.(IMO, remember that)
He can stay for all I care, but I don't think I'm going to watch more videos from him.
Remember that Jim acting like he's amazing is now a confirmed parody (as mentioned in his earlier episodes). Just like MovieBob being a "I'm a geek and I'm proud of it" is part of Bob's persona and Yantzee's "I'm really witty and can talk fast" is part of Ben's persona, Jim playing up the "I am great" is his *ahem* /unique/ way of selling his series.skullduggery said:
I agree that it doesn't work, but he's far too into it now to set up a new persona and him presenting himself as unlikable makes it easier for him to play devil's advocate since it's clear he isn't here to please anyone.
I decided to pause the video and check out that thing written asking Jim to remove his review, and it seemed really rude. It seems to be saying "Hey, you're not a real reviewer, so you really shouldn't say you. That way you don't effect the magical score that's supposed to reflect reviewer's opinions. After all, bad reviews are bad for everyone." That's my take on it anyways. I will admit it's well written, with the main points bolded so they jump out. The thing about Yahtzee really gets me as well. Just because he doesn't give a worthless (well, not worthless, but really silly) number at the end of his rant makes his opinion any less valuable? Especially when so many people pay attention... Bleh, I suppose it doesn't matter. I just think that metacritic isn't the case in terms of the letter, just that that person seems to like making 'video game reviewers' out to be better then other people with less worthy opinions, and that Jim somehow isn't in that golden gate of reviewing.
Anyways, I enjoy these videos. Keep it up Jim.
Anyways, I enjoy these videos. Keep it up Jim.
Tough I certainly agree, was this worth an entire episode? First you made your point, then you made your point, then you boosted your ego a little (wich I liked) and then you made your point again.