Ghost Recon Breakpoint an Epic Games Store Exclusive [May 10, 2019, 09:34 am ET] – Share – Viewing Comments
The
Epic Games Store now offers preorders of Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon
Breakpoint, Ubisoft's just-announced
military shooter sequel. This reveals an increasing familiar scenario where the game
will be exclusive to Epic's store and Uplay.
PCGamesN
has a confirmation of this from Ubisoft, noting it isn't a huge surprise
following how Ubisoft
stopped selling
Anno 1800 and
The
Division 2 on Steam to make both games EGS exclusives. The standard edition
of Breakpoint is listed at $59.99 USD, so consumers are yet to see any trickle
down benefit from the discounted royalty structure that's behind such
exclusives.
Re: Ghost Recon Breakpoint an Epic Games Store Exclusive
May 10, 2019, 10:52
May 10, 2019, 10:52
I guess, but why? Ubisoft has their own storefront? Is Walmart going to start selling exclusive cookware at Target next?
Re: Ghost Recon Breakpoint an Epic Games Store Exclusive
May 10, 2019, 10:58
May 10, 2019, 10:58
consumers are yet to see any trickle down benefit from the discounted royalty structure that's behind such exclusives
Nor will they.
I know choosing Epic as a outlet was a clever trick to get people to buy from U-play direct, but they really should stay clear of Epic. It does noting but harm to a reputation they have been trying to build up over the years.
Touch Epic and forever smell of s***.
Touch Epic and forever smell of s***.
another big name exclusive for EPIC and not a word yet from " He who is on most High Gabe "..
dajunka wrote on May 10, 2019, 10:59:
I know choosing Epic as a outlet was a clever trick to get people to buy from U-play direct, but they really should stay clear of Epic. It does noting but harm to a reputation they have been trying to build up over the years.
Touch Epic and forever smell of s***.
Have to agree, not sure why UBI is doing this stupid shit. it only makes them look asinine.
I love the Ghost Recon games, and this is one I will be picking up. But it will not be from Epic, I can assure you of that. I avoid Epic, they are a plaque to humanity.
Creator of the Neverwnter Nights Eye of the Beholder Series of Mods.
http://www.moddb.com/mods/eye-of-the-beholder-ii-ledgend-of-darkmoon
http://www.moddb.com/mods/eye-of-the-beholder-ii-ledgend-of-darkmoon
Re: Ghost Recon Breakpoint an Epic Games Store Exclusive
May 10, 2019, 11:13
May 10, 2019, 11:13
dajunka wrote on May 10, 2019, 10:59:
I know choosing Epic as a outlet was a clever trick to get people to buy from U-play direct, but they really should stay clear of Epic. It does noting but harm to a reputation they have been trying to build up over the years.
Touch Epic and forever smell of s***.
well if they sold it on the Uplay you would have a point...
they are a plaqueThe dental authorities have been alerted.
The third rule of "Fight Club"—wear a mask.
Re: Ghost Recon Breakpoint an Epic Games Store Exclusive
May 10, 2019, 11:19
May 10, 2019, 11:19
aka_STEVE wrote on May 10, 2019, 11:05:
another big name exclusive for EPIC and not a word yet from " He who is on most High Gabe "..
Anything Valve could say would get twisted and taken out of context. Epic would likely cry foul and use it evidence that they are trying to squash the "underdog" or however EPIC views itself.
Its easier for Valve to just let their work and past history stand for itself at the moment.
TheEmissary wrote on May 10, 2019, 11:19:Do not underestimate the power of silence.aka_STEVE wrote on May 10, 2019, 11:05:
another big name exclusive for EPIC and not a word yet from " He who is on most High Gabe "..
Anything Valve could say would get twisted and taken out of context. Epic would likely cry foul and use it evidence that they are trying to squash the "underdog" or however EPIC views itself.
Its easier for Valve to just let their Work and past history stand for itself at the moment.
The third rule of "Fight Club"—wear a mask.
Re: Ghost Recon Breakpoint an Epic Games Store Exclusive
May 10, 2019, 11:27
May 10, 2019, 11:27
Maybe this is off-topic, but from what I've seen of this game I wouldn't touch it with a 10 foot pole, even if it was offered for free from GoG.
Bill Borre wrote on May 10, 2019, 10:58:consumers are yet to see any trickle down benefit from the discounted royalty structure that's behind such exclusives
Nor will they.
Only if you assume the only benefit is reduced prices. Which, for some reason, many people do think that's the only possible benefit. Probably because it's the easiest to see. Doesn't mean other benefits won't show up.
-------------
Music for the discerning:
http://www.deathwishinc.com
http://www.hydrahead.com
http://www.painkillerrecords.com
Music for the discerning:
http://www.deathwishinc.com
http://www.hydrahead.com
http://www.painkillerrecords.com
Re: Ghost Recon Breakpoint an Epic Games Store Exclusive
May 10, 2019, 11:35
May 10, 2019, 11:35
Riahderymnmaddog wrote on May 10, 2019, 11:13:dajunka wrote on May 10, 2019, 10:59:
I know choosing Epic as a outlet was a clever trick to get people to buy from U-play direct, but they really should stay clear of Epic. It does noting but harm to a reputation they have been trying to build up over the years.
Touch Epic and forever smell of s***.
well if they sold it on the Uplay you would have a point...
It's all over the front page of store.ubi.com... This game is not EGS exclusive, it's just paid Steam exclusion.
Re: Ghost Recon Breakpoint an Epic Games Store Exclusive
May 10, 2019, 11:47
May 10, 2019, 11:47
jacobvandy wrote on May 10, 2019, 11:35:Riahderymnmaddog wrote on May 10, 2019, 11:13:dajunka wrote on May 10, 2019, 10:59:
I know choosing Epic as a outlet was a clever trick to get people to buy from U-play direct, but they really should stay clear of Epic. It does noting but harm to a reputation they have been trying to build up over the years.
Touch Epic and forever smell of s***.
well if they sold it on the Uplay you would have a point...
It's all over the front page of store.ubi.com... This game is not EGS exclusive, it's just paid Steam exclusion.
Which is the ultimate goal of EGS exclusivity, to limit the availability of titles sold via the Steam store. Thereby reducing the likelihood that a studio will choose to use Steamworks,in order to get free money from Epic. That way, Epic doesn't ever have to get their storefront, or any features on par with Steam, they just have to try and wait them out.
Violence, naked force, has settled more issues in history than any other factor, and the contrary opinion is wishfull thinking at its worst. Breeds that forget this basic truth have always paid for it with their lives and freedoms.
-Robert Heinlein
-Robert Heinlein
Riahderymnmaddog wrote on May 10, 2019, 11:13:dajunka wrote on May 10, 2019, 10:59:
I know choosing Epic as a outlet was a clever trick to get people to buy from U-play direct, but they really should stay clear of Epic. It does noting but harm to a reputation they have been trying to build up over the years.
Touch Epic and forever smell of s***.
well if they sold it on the Uplay you would have a point...
Impressive. You didn't even read the summary.
And another game I will not be buying.
Basically this. EGS is a loss for the customer. No cheper and a featureless client.
The standard edition of Breakpoint is listed at $59.99 USD, so consumers are yet to see any trickle down benefit from the discounted royalty structure that's behind such exclusives.
Basically this. EGS is a loss for the customer. No cheper and a featureless client.
Beamer wrote on May 10, 2019, 11:34:Bill Borre wrote on May 10, 2019, 10:58:consumers are yet to see any trickle down benefit from the discounted royalty structure that's behind such exclusives
Nor will they.
Only if you assume the only benefit is reduced prices. Which, for some reason, many people do think that's the only possible benefit. Probably because it's the easiest to see. Doesn't mean other benefits won't show up.
Yea, well. if Tim Sweeney hadn't boasted and made those comments about how Epic could deliver games cheaper to the users because of their modeling then it wouldn't be a problem.
But the guy is a flat out liar and doesn't give a shit about giving good pricing to the users.
Creator of the Neverwnter Nights Eye of the Beholder Series of Mods.
http://www.moddb.com/mods/eye-of-the-beholder-ii-ledgend-of-darkmoon
http://www.moddb.com/mods/eye-of-the-beholder-ii-ledgend-of-darkmoon
Are you possibly implying that increased revenue could lead to better/more games for consumers to enjoy, or even better work conditions?
Nah, everyone knows the 18% goes straight to the CEO's next yacht.
That's sarcasm, but tbh most people believe it works like that for every company on the planet.
Nah, everyone knows the 18% goes straight to the CEO's next yacht.
That's sarcasm, but tbh most people believe it works like that for every company on the planet.
I got no problems skipping this or other ubi games.
The worst criminal in human history, undeniably. There has never been a figure in political history, so dedicated to destroying the prospects of organized human life on the planet, in the near future.
Beating and Gassing Americans for Jesus!
Beating and Gassing Americans for Jesus!
Rilcon wrote on May 10, 2019, 13:01:
Are you possibly implying that increased revenue could lead to better/more games for consumers to enjoy, or even better work conditions?
Nah, everyone knows the 18% goes straight to the CEO's next yacht.
That's sarcasm, but tbh most people believe it works like that for every company on the planet.
No, of course not. It goes straight to his yacht AND the yachts of the many shareholders.
That's sarcasm, but tbh most people believe that profits will go straight to raised wages of the people who actually develop the game and better work conditions for them. Which might be true in alternate universe.
"There is no right life in the wrong one." (Theodor W. Adorno, philosopher)
"Only a Sith deals in absolutes." (Obi-Wan Kenobi, Jedi)
"Only a Sith deals in absolutes." (Obi-Wan Kenobi, Jedi)
RedEye9 wrote on May 10, 2019, 11:15:they are a plaqueThe dental authorities have been alerted.
lol
"Hard times create strong men. Strong men create good times. Good times create weak men. And, weak men create hard times." - Those Who Remain by G. Michael Hopf
Copyright © 1996-2020 Stephen Heaslip. All rights reserved.
All trademarks are properties of their respective owners.
Privacy Policy. Manage Cookie Settings.
News CGI copyright © 1999-2020 James "furn" Furness & Blue's News. All rights reserved.
Chatbear v1.5.0/blue++: Page generated 4 December 2020, 18:09.