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Twisted Metal To Require Online Pass

Posted Jan 21, 2012 at 3:10PM EST by Mr Pham

Listed in: News Tags: David Jaffe, twisted metal, twisted metal online pass

David Jaffe, creator of Twisted Metal, had said he hoped that the PS3 incarnation wouldn't have an online pass system, as multiplayer is the game’s focus, and getting online should be as easy and problem-free as possible. Sony, on the other hand, has opted for one nonetheless, meaning that the game will come with a single-use code that you enter in order to play the game online.

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Does this make second hand copies useless? No, it just makes them $10 pricier than what’s on their price tag, as that’s the price you’ll have to pay if you don’t have an online code and want to play online. Looking at things from multiple angles, I don’t see the point in this. It’s not to combat piracy, it doesn't raise the game’s price and it doesn't make new copies much more beneficial.

Who knows? Either way, it’s something to keep in mind for you guys looking forward to the reawakening.

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kinda pointless to point out that TM is going to have online pass.Sony exclusive,EA games,THQ= online pass.The only one that doesn't have it so far is Activision(and i really could care anyway) and Ubisoft.Its just a matter of time probably the next COD,Rainbow Six will implement that horrid online pass.

Im picky on certain games,i tend to wait for 2for1 specials,or just plain get the game new (on certain games again),sometime s its not having the luxury to spend on new all the time its actually the quality that games put out.I give Jaffe respect to give insight as what he wants,especiall y expressing the focus on multiplayer but Sony had other priorities.

+1 # RE: that was a dead give away....... — Andy Mitchell 2012-01-23 00:49

CoD should never have an online pass unless IW figure out what dedicated servers are. As long as people are connected host to host they should never be charged for an online pass. There would be a massive s**tstorm if they were!

And this is hardly newsworthy as pretty much all major titles will be having this now. The publishers see it as easy money so why would they stop it?

# RE: Twisted Metal To Require Online Pass — Fate 2012-01-21 20:01

the point is so developers/publishers get something out of the secondhand market as they don't get any revenue from it. if the secondhand stores gave some revenue to publishers/developers the curse the is "Online Pass" wouldn't exist

# RE: RE: Twisted Metal To Require Online Pass — Andy Mitchell 2012-01-23 00:51

It's more greed than anything though. I highly doubt that they're desperate for money with the sales figures most companies churn out every year.

I'd be willing to bet they didn't even think to approach sstores to strike up a deal on preowned games.

# RE: RE: Twisted Metal To Require Online Pass — wickermonkey 2012-01-23 12:03

couldnt have out it better myself

# RE: Twisted Metal To Require Online Pass — wtf! 2012-01-21 23:25

Sony

Why u ruin Jaffe's wish?

+1 # And now I will officially NOT be purchasing. — NathJam 2012-01-21 23:42

And now that game moves over to my "Will no longer buy" list. The only way we can stop these companies from gouging us is to stand up and vote with your wallet.

They need to introduce a plan for second hand games where they pay the company for every copy they buy back to stop this disturbing trend of "Online Pass" That or give me an INCENTIVE to buy it new, not take away a feature if I don't.

You're punishing the consumer for the second hand games market instead of the companies making sick profits from it.

Consumers will always want to save a buck when they can, it's our nature. Don't punish us for wanting to do so.

# RE: And now I will officially NOT be purchasing. — h12456208 2012-01-22 08:28

Sony, MS, EA, and all the other companies have no choice. I DO NOT blame any of these companies for this. That is why alot of these companies are pushing for ALL DIGITAL DOWNLOAD.
Think. The first 2 weeks to month of a games release are basically 100% NEW Sales. Then it starts dipping and dipping drastically every week after that. As that dips thats less for the DEV.
There is only 1 WAY I buy used. If the game is OOP and you cannot get a new copy from Walmart, Gamestop, TArget, Best Buy, etc.

Also, if you are talking about saving money. Then shop for your games on Amazon. You can 90% of the time buy the game NEW there for cheaper than used at Lamestop. And since its SOLD and shipped from them its a win for you and a win for the dev.

# RE: RE: And now I will officially NOT be purchasing. — Andy Mitchell 2012-01-23 00:55

The money from the passes doesn't go the DEVS though. It goes to the publishers who are the people that decide if the game gets a pass or not.

And if a game doesn't make it's money back in the first month then it's clearly not a game worth buying, which means the DEVS need to improve to stay alive.

I mean look at all the studios being shut down lately. Ever noticed they shut down AFTER major publishers buy them? All because the publishers get greedy and don't see the sales figures that they want, they shut down developers teams.

# And now... — RavenSPe 2012-01-22 02:45

the online community will be small, create a lackluster experience and quickly fade away. Boooo.

On the bright side, I've already saved a ton not buying Uncharted 3, Resistance 3, SOCOM 4 (Mostly because it sucked, lol) and now Twisted Metal.

# GREED! — Norml 2012-01-22 03:56

That confirms it, not supporting, they could careless about their customers. How dare you ask me to pay $60+ and than if I want to resell the worthless game, I have to make 10$ less.

# RE: GREED! — truk 2012-01-23 10:36

ever hear of things likes reviews, demos, trailers, youtube videos, etc? these things help you make better choices when you buy ANYTHING. this well help you distinguish what games are and are not worthless.

try it out

# GOODS — My 2012-01-24 10:19

I tell U wot!!!!
I'll try an ISO of the game first....& if I like it....then & only then I'll consider buying??????

HOWZAT!!!!

FREAK

# RE: GOODS — truk 2012-01-26 10:18

dude, if you knew how to read, you would realize that was the whole point of my comment.

you're just as dumb--if not stupider--as those who complain about buying a worthless $60 game without trying it out first.

# RE: Twisted Metal To Require Online Pass — D 2012-01-22 12:00

You folks do understand they can't force you to pay $60 right? A $30 new game still comes with a free pass. The only people this affects are those who pay $55 for a used game.

# Online passes are shit! — Four Murasame 2012-01-24 12:00

Online passes are shit! They want your money!! My money is for quality titles!

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