13 games that continue to share opinions to this day

Dividing opinions: Games have the power to unite people around shared experiences, but they can also generate deep divisions. Some games, for their narrative, mechanical or even technical failures, become the target of debates that last years after its release.

The Last of Us Part II

The Last of Us Part II deepens the narrative of the original, exploring topics such as revenge, forgiveness and the complexity of human morality. With impressive graphics and refined gameplay, the game was widely praised for its production, but also generated one of the greatest controversies in recent games.

The main point of division is the narrative of the game, which features bold twists, including the death of a main character early on, which shocked many fans. In addition, the decision to make players control another character (Abby) did not fit well for some.

Dark Souls

Although Demon’s Souls came out first, it was Dark Souls in fact that he established a new standard for the genre, with an oppressive atmosphere and an implicit narrative that requires players’ dedication. The relentless difficulty of Dark Souls is the core that divides opinions to this day.

Some players love the challenge and the sense of conquest by overcoming obstacles, while others find the difficulty punitive and unfair, with overpower bosses and cheap mechanics. The sharp learning curve also removes less patient players. Souls-like titles are still quite hated among a portion of players.

Grand Theft Auto IV

The story of Niko Bellic, a Serbian immigrant in Liberty City, explores topics such as trauma and redemption, marking a significant change in relation to previous games. GTA 4’s most serious and dramatic approach shared fans.

While some appreciated the narrative depth and the complex characters, others missed the mood and characteristic chaos of the franchise. In addition, controls, especially car physics, were criticized for trying to be realistic, but only tiring.

Final Fantasy XIII

Final Fantasy XIII is a controversial input in the RPG series. Known for its linear structure and real -time battles, the game has a visually stunning world, but with limitations on exploration. The extreme linearity of Final Fantasy XIII was a great disappointment for fans who expected freedom of exploitation.

The battle system, although innovative, was criticized for being confused and less strategic. While some praised the graphics and the soundtrack, others felt that the game lacked depth. The game has advocates who appreciate their aesthetics and narrative, but is often considered one of the weaker games in the franchise.

Death Stranding

Death Stranding challenges traditional games conventions, with gameplay that prioritizes deliveries and exploration rather than constant action. This has generated debates about what constitutes a fun game, with some praising its deep narrative and others criticizing its slowness.

Kojima’s unique approach divided players between those who see genius and those who find the boring game. Nevertheless, Death Stranding has won a fan service who appreciate their narrative and human connection themes, but also faces criticism.

Cyberpunk 2077

Cyberpunk 2077 was one of the most anticipated games of the decade and, unfortunately, also one of the most controversial. The enormous expectation generated by trailers, Keanu Reeves’s presence and CD Projekt Red pedigree were overshadowed by a release full of bugs and performance problems.

After the flood of criticism and requests for refund, CD Projekt Red made several public retractions, promising corrections. The true turn point occurred with update 2.0. Even with all these improvements, Cyberpunk 2077 still divides opinions. Some think that the game “reborn” with the updates, while the other portion continues to criticize the game and developers for launching Cyberpunk 2077 in such a state.

Duke Nukem Forever

After 14 years under development, the game brought back the iconic Duke Nukem, but faced a mixed reception due to the high expectations and the final quality of the product. The long cycle of development generated expectations of a revolutionary game, but Duke Nukem Forever was criticized for outdated graphics and dated humor.

Some fans of the original franchise enjoyed nostalgia and irreverent tone, but most felt that the game did not justify the wait, with criticism focused on their lack of polishing and innovation. Duke Nukem Forever remains a symbol of how hype can hurt a game.

Mass Effect: Andromeda

Mass Effect: Andromeda arrived with the ambitious mission of taking players to a new galaxy, but, at the launch, divided the community. Right away, the most commented point was the facial and body animations: faces that stretched in a natural way, dialogues with lips out of synchrony and robotic movements.

In terms of history, Andromeda opted for a lighter plot, while the combat received praise. To this day, Mass Effect: Andromeda remains one of those cases where ambition and problems have walked side by side, a vast RPG, full of almost great ideas, but could not convince everyone.

Control

Control stands out for the unusual scenario, a building that changes as the narrative advances. At the core of the experience, the combat combines traditional shooting with super telekinetic powers, as well as quite destruction of scenarios.

For some, the fragmented narrative, full of documents and enigmatic conversations, makes exploitation pleasurable; For others, it is synonymous with script and confusing maps, which require a lot of shifts by the same corridors. In addition to Control, he had problems on previous generation consoles, annoying many players.

DmC: Devil May Cry

DMC: Devil May Cry is a reboot that follows Dante, a demon hunter with a radically different look and personality from previous games. The game introduced a new aesthetics, but also generated one of the greatest controversy in the history of the franchise.

The main reason for division is the reinvention of Dante’s character, who went from a charismatic and fucking protagonist to a darker and darker antihero. Many fans of the original franchise felt that the new Dante was a betrayal of the character’s legacy, while others praised the boldness of Ninja Theory to modernize the franchise.

Resident Evil 5

With Chris Redfield and Sheva Alomar, the game marks a franchise transition to a more focused style, moving away from traditional Survival. This change was a point of discord. Many fans felt that the game lost the essence of Survival horror, while others praised the cooperative gameplay and the variety of weapons and scenarios.

In addition, the representation of African characters and the scenario in Africa generated debates about stereotypes and cultural sensitivity. Resident Evil 5 is often cited as a watershed in the franchise, with fans divided between those who appreciate their evolution, and others who feel that he has abandoned the roots of the franchise.

Starfield

Starfield is Bethesda’s first original title in over a decade, but also generated mixed reactions. The main reason for division is the expectation created by Bethesda, known for games such as The Elder Scrolls and Fallout. While some players praise freedom of exploitation, others criticize the lack of significant content on many planets and the less engaging narrative.

Starfield is often compared to previous Bethesda games, with fans divided between those who see him as a step ahead and others who feel that he does not meet expectations. The community is divided between advocates who appreciate their ambition and critics who consider it underdeveloped.

Genshin Impact

The large genshin impact monetization engine is the Gacha system, with low odds to win a 5 ★ character. For some, this makes the game exciting and strategic; For others, the risk of spending fortunes on garants without guarantees generates comparisons with betting practices.

Genshin Impact continues to share opinions: some praise their solid character progression, anime -style charts and the constant freshness of free content; On the other hand, they criticize the long times to farm and the monetary appeal of the banners.

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