Bethesda having hard time with Sonys online service

Dark Drakan · 02-27-2007, 06:08 PM

Seems according to reports Bethesda (Elder Scrolls Oblivion) are having difficulty with Sonys online service. Bethesda want to support downloadble content for Oblivion like they have for the PC and Xbox 360, but they have no clue about how to implement that feature to the PS3 version as Sony didnt release enough information to games developers early enough and the developers have been claiming the programming process is to difficult for Sonys online service.

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Originally Posted by Spokesperson Pete Hines

“We plan to support downloadable content on PS3, but we couldn’t tell you how or when it will be out, because it’s not clear how we’re going to do that yet,” said spokesperson Pete Hines. He added, “Although it’s impossible to say which is the better between [Xbox Live and PS3 Online], Xbox Live is easier to implement because we’ve had a much better sense of it an earlier state than with PS3 and it seems easier to work with.”

The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion is being released for PS3 on 23rd March.

KaveX · 02-27-2007, 06:10 PM

hahah thats what the ps3 gets!!

Darg · 02-27-2007, 06:13 PM

Maybe the PS3 wasn't meant for Oblivion- Xbox 360 kicks the crap out of the other systems. touche'!

Eagle Est1986 · 02-27-2007, 06:13 PM

Thing is, they have the time. The PS3 version of Oblivion ships with all the current download content included. Still, backs up what other developers have been saying, that Sony haven't given them enough support, unlike the 360 and Wii.

Dark Drakan · 02-27-2007, 06:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Eagle Est1986

Thing is, they have the time. The PS3 version of Oblivion ships with all the current download content included. Still, backs up what other developers have been saying, that Sony haven't given them enough support, unlike the 360 and Wii.

Yeah seems Sony were more worried about their 'Rivals' finding out what features and what specs the PS3 had that they were way to secretive with it and kept to much stuff from developers.

Darg · 02-27-2007, 06:19 PM

Eventually, the PS3 is going to fall below the other systems because of flaws and whatnot, just because of them trying to remain secret... from the very start I had a bad feeling about them...

Eagle Est1986 · 02-27-2007, 06:42 PM

I don't think they will. If they get their act together they'll win the console war again. Is there a thread for this already, before I get too into the old console wars discussion.

Dark Drakan · 02-27-2007, 07:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Darg

Eventually, the PS3 is going to fall below the other systems because of flaws and whatnot, just because of them trying to remain secret... from the very start I had a bad feeling about them...

They had rocky start and some big tech issues and such and really annoyed us European gamers by delaying release here and charging us the most but they will still do as well as always... seems no matter what they always land on their feet. In a way im hoping they dont to teach them a lesson or two but im sure they will.

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Originally Posted by Eagle Est1986

I don't think they will. If they get their act together they'll win the console war again. Is there a thread for this already, before I get too into the old console wars discussion.

We had some console wars threads but think most are closed now.

Darg · 02-27-2007, 07:11 PM

In some odd way, I just feel like there's something wrong about Oblivion on the PS3. To me, it seems like it should be for PC and 360, because that's what feels right (except PC sometimes because of its obscene slowness). Just something about me and Sony just doesn't go together right.

Dark Drakan · 02-27-2007, 07:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Darg

In some odd way, I just feel like there's something wrong about Oblivion on the PS3. To me, it seems like it should be for PC and 360, because that's what feels right (except PC sometimes because of its obscene slowness). Just something about me and Sony just doesn't go together right.

PC & Xbox 360 screams Microsoft thats why and seems sacrilege to have anything from there on PS3

If you have beefy PC there is NO slowdown

Im not Sony's biggest fan right now, after delay and price of PS3 so...

projectego · 02-27-2007, 07:44 PM

Thanks for the update, Andy. I was tempted to hold out till the PS3 came out before I bought Oblivion. I'll definitely be getting it for the Xbox 360 now. +rep

Dark Drakan · 02-27-2007, 07:46 PM

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Originally Posted by projectego

Thanks for the update, Andy. I was tempted to hold out till the PS3 came out before I bought Oblivion. I'll definitely be getting it for the Xbox 360 now. +rep

No problem, plus Xbox Live is the best online service and the easiest to use, design for and set up

Xbox 360 version gets all the PS3 'exclusive' content anyway

projectego · 02-27-2007, 08:00 PM

Haha! I noticed when I saw the PS3's rather uninspiring launch line-up...

But yeah, Xbox Live looks absolutely stunning and probably performs even better. I'll be signing up for a gold xbox live membership the moment I move house.

Dark Drakan · 02-27-2007, 08:08 PM

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Originally Posted by projectego

Haha! I noticed when I saw the PS3's rather uninspiring launch line-up...

But yeah, Xbox Live looks absolutely stunning and probably performs even better. I'll be signing up for a gold xbox live membership the moment I move house.

Yeah there line up was voted one of worst in gaming history and there overall review scores for all launch games was embarrassing...

Id have Xbox Live now if i could set router up for my PC

but its being a pain & i might have to get a new modem to get it working...

Tsuyu · 02-27-2007, 08:11 PM

Pssh - Sony will never fall. If indeed it gets that bad, they'll just create another oh-so clever website making everyone want a PS3.

Problem solved.

http://forums.projectego.net/sony-ca...ht=sony+faking