Voices of complaint about JRPGs and their unchanging formula have become more and more vocal here in the West. It appears the static nature of JRPGs isn’t lost on the Japanese either, given this “protest” ad for Fallout: New Vegas showing placards that say the below:
– “I think it would be good if the hero had missions that weren’t only about destroying evil.”
– “The player is weak, the enemy is weak. That’s way too convenient.”
– “When did games become something you watch ”
– “Because the story doesn’t change, what’s the point of playing it again ”
– “Games nowadays are focusing way too much on photorealism.”
– “What’s a game that’s moving in accordance to the scenario It’s the same as living on rails.”
– “Levelling up is time for motivation down!”
– “The stage has been set. After that, you’re free to do whatever!”
Source: Kotaku
