Why Is Sharing Important?

[KissingSunlight]

I am not that enthusiastic about the next generation of video game consoles. There doesn't seem to be very much innovation or improvements with the new generation. The only innovation that the new consoles have is the ability to share clips of video game play. Is there anybody excited by that innovation?

I know we get encouraged to share everything with social media. I don't understand the appeal of exploiting yourself like that. So, if anyone can explain why sharing is something you have done and will continue to do. I am interested in understanding why.

 

[MysticSlayer]

Facebook sharing is just an easy way for them to exploit customers as free advertising.

Cynicism aside, I know I have a lot of friends who enjoy sharing gameplay clips on Facebook. I'd imagine console makers are simply recognizing these people exist.

 

[Smooth Operator]

Well we are in the midst of the Kardashian generation where attention hoarding is more important then all else, it was inevitable that corporations cash in on that.

Btw what innovation and improvement was there between PS2/PS3 or Xbox/360 that made you switch?

 

[KissingSunlight]

Well we are in the midst of the Kardashian generation where attention hoarding is more important then all else, it was inevitable that corporations cash in on that.

Btw what innovation and improvement was there between PS2/PS3 or Xbox/360 that made you switch?

None really. I just ran out of games. I started with Xbox. Then when 360 & PS3 came out, I got the PS2. Eventually, I did get Xbox 360. I might do the same thing again and get the PS3, before I move on to the next generation.

 

[MeChaNiZ3D]

From what I've seen, the length of clips is pretty ridiculously short and the whole feature doesn't amount to much.

 

[Simple Bluff]

People like posting gameplay clips. Being able to compare clips with your friends is something that actually means a lot to some, especially for those worlds apart. Or if you just got a kickass kill spree in COD or whatever and want to record your achievement. Or if you capture a funny moment that you think other people would enjoy. Games like Skate and Halo proved that sharing these clips is something a lot find interesting and fun. I kind of like the idea of streaming too for what it's worth.
I'd understand why people wouldn't like it, but I don't know why so many here find it so difficult to get why other people do.

 

[KissingSunlight]

People like posting gameplay clips. Being able to compare clips with your friends is something that actually means a lot to some, especially for those worlds apart. Or if you just got a kickass kill spree in COD or whatever and want to record your achievement. Or if you capture a funny moment that you think other people would enjoy. Games like Skate and Halo proved that sharing these clips is something a lot find interesting and fun. I kind of like the idea of streaming too for what it's worth.
I'd understand why people wouldn't like it, but I don't know why so many here find it so difficult to get why other people do.

I'm guessing it's a generational gap. The whole "Take a picture, or it didn't happen" attitude is nonsensical to me. When I go out, I see younger people on their electronic device documenting what they're doing. Instead of actually enjoying what's going on around them. Honestly, I see the whole sharing videogame clips as an extension of their narcissism than something positive.

 

[aozgolo]

Btw what innovation and improvement was there between PS2/PS3 or Xbox/360 that made you switch?

A lot more than with current gen, granted I didn't buy a PS3 until about 3-4 years in it's lifespan, but by then it actually HAD games, and it was the cross compatibility of PSN games from my PSP that made me decide on it over 360 (plus the fact that I didn't have to pay for XBL).

PS3 had HD Support, Multi-media Support for movies, pictures, and music, Streaming support for Netflix and Amazon Prime among others, Blu-ray Support, Internal upgradeable data storage, Rechargeable Bluetooth Controllers, Customizable themes, and integration with their portable game systems. That's a HUGE upgrade over the PS2 in my mind.

If you look at the list for PS4 though, they took out Blu-ray Support for some horribly stupid reason, they took out support for external hard drives, and they integrated a share button on an already crowded controller along with a gimmicky touch pad that will probably be seldom used except when I want to smash out the rear window of my drowning car in GTAVI

 

[mokes310]

I personally could not care less about sharing my gaming exploits on social media. I play games to get away from those things, not integrate with them. Plus, women aren't all that impressed with me completing Skyrim at whatever percent...

 

[WWmelb]

Btw what innovation and improvement was there between PS2/PS3 or Xbox/360 that made you switch?

A lot more than with current gen, granted I didn't buy a PS3 until about 3-4 years in it's lifespan, but by then it actually HAD games, and it was the cross compatibility of PSN games from my PSP that made me decide on it over 360 (plus the fact that I didn't have to pay for XBL).

PS3 had HD Support, Multi-media Support for movies, pictures, and music, Streaming support for Netflix and Amazon Prime among others, Blu-ray Support, Internal upgradeable data storage, Rechargeable Bluetooth Controllers, Customizable themes, and integration with their portable game systems. That's a HUGE upgrade over the PS2 in my mind.

If you look at the list for PS4 though, they took out Blu-ray Support for some horribly stupid reason, they took out support for external hard drives, and they integrated a share button on an already crowded controller along with a gimmicky touch pad that will probably be seldom used except when I want to smash out the rear window of my drowning car in GTAVI

the PS4 has Blu-ray support... just don't believe it has 3D BR software at launch, although the hardware required is inside the machine. This i'm sure will be patched in soon as it was with the PS3. Just a small correction

 

[aozgolo]

the PS4 has Blu-ray support... just don't believe it has 3D BR software at launch, although the hardware required is inside the machine. This i'm sure will be patched in soon as it was with the PS3. Just a small correction

Ahh, you're right actually, I just checked again. The story I read before was that it won't launch with blu-ray playback enabled for movies, and that may still be true, a mandatory update on PSN is required for that feature to be unlocked.

 

[spartandude]

Btw what innovation and improvement was there between PS2/PS3 or Xbox/360 that made you switch?

The big thing that changed for the 360 and PS3 was a massively improved online function which has really changed gaming to day.

Oh sure the Xbox and PS2 had it already and the PC market had been enjoying it for decades by now alot. But it wasnt til the last gen that it took off in a very VERY big way.

 

[Simple Bluff]

I'm guessing it's a generational gap.

But this sort of thing has been happening since the method of recording has been established. You could find videos or photos from a hundred years ago of people doing stunts or breaking world records or whatever. The only difference is that in recent years (and by recent, I mean in the last couple of decades) capturing or recording images has become more widespread, sophisticated and just easier due to the advancement of technology. Recording accomplishments or funny moments is not novel to the iPhone era.

When I go out, I see younger people on their electronic device documenting what they're doing. Instead of actually enjoying what's going on around them.

Y'know, you can do both.

Honestly, I see the whole sharing videogame clips as an extension of their narcissism than something positive.

To say it's rooted in narcissism may not be entirely incorrect, but you're being unreasonably judgmental if that's all you see in it. It's narcissistic in the same way that being trying to share any of your accomplishments (either through word of mouth, recording or otherwise) is narcissistic.

EDIT: Fixed quoting fail.

 

[michael87cn]

The only reason social media exploded was $$$.

Now that sites like youtube will be seriously limiting who can profit by sharing their gameplay media, this sort of thing is likely to fade like a fad.

 

[KissingSunlight]

I'm guessing it's a generational gap.

But this sort of thing has been happening since the method of recording has been established. You could find videos or photos from a hundred years ago of people doing stunts or breaking world records or whatever. The only difference is that in recent years (and by recent, I mean in the last couple of decades) capturing or recording images has become more widespread, sophisticated and just easier due to the advancement of technology. Recording accomplishments or funny moments is not novel to the iPhone era.

When I go out, I see younger people on their electronic device documenting what they're doing. Instead of actually enjoying what's going on around them.

Y'know, you can do both.

Honestly, I see the whole sharing videogame clips as an extension of their narcissism than something positive.

To say it's rooted in narcissism may not be entirely incorrect, but you're being unreasonably judgmental if that's all you see in it. It's narcissistic in the same way that being trying to share any of your accomplishments (either through word of mouth, recording or otherwise) is narcissistic.

EDIT: Fixed quoting fail.

People can take pictures and enjoy themselves at an event. However, what you see a lot is people either by themselves or in a group all on their devices ignoring what's going on and even the people in their own group.

An example of this was a time I was at a near-by bar that booked an EDM show that night. It wasn't something I was interested in, but I was curious to see what other people who were fans do at an EDM show. So, I stuck around and people watch. All the people who were there for the show just sat down and engage with their electronic device. Every once in a while someone got up on the dancefloor and danced ironically for a minute then sit down again. After 2 hours, I recognized a lame scene when I saw one. I left and never came back to that bar again.