if xbox 720 rumors are true couldn't we have have infinite worlds? what minimum requirements would we need for this? 8 gig ram seems more than enough for the computer version. how complicated would it be to make an infinite world?
i enjoy surface exploration much more than caving and have tried the PC version but sitting in front of a lap top for hours 'kinda feels' like work where the xbox controls 'feel' like im playing a game.
* You don't need infinite worlds. If all you want to do is wander around gawking at the scenery you aren't playing the game. It's kinda pointless because one biome is just like the last one- you've seen one desert or forest, you've seen them all. It's just "infinite biome repeating"- it's not like there's anything new.
* Of course you'll have to buy all your games all over again. You do with each new version of any game anyway. (And these will be new and improved versions). You won't want to play your "old" games anymore anyway.
* What difference does it make if you have to have a internet connection to play offline? I don't know about you, but my xbox (and PS3, and WiiU) all hook to the internet automatically when I turn them on. I'm gonna make a special effort to disconnect from the internet just so I can play a game "offline"? An internet connection that automatically hooks up anyway is a "problem"?
* I hate Kinect. That said, rumors are that Kinect will have to be connected and set up for the new xbox. But that doesn't mean that you have to actually use it. It just means that it will be ready to go if you decide to play a game that requires (or you want to use it). Second, the upgraded Kinect (2.0) will be included with every new xbox- you don't have to purchase it separately. Finally, since everyone with the new system will have Kinect, games will have more "consistency". Game designers don't have to worry about if the players have Kinect or not. They're free to design games using Kinect, or controller, or both (and the user gets to decide. You like "options", right?) So those are bad things??
* Of course you'll have to buy all your games all over again. You do with each new version of any game anyway. (And these will be new and improved versions). You won't want to play your "old" games anymore anyway.
* What difference does it make if you have to have a internet connection to play offline? I don't know about you, but my xbox (and PS3, and WiiU) all hook to the internet automatically when I turn them on. I'm gonna make a special effort to disconnect from the internet just so I can play a game "offline"? An internet connection that automatically hooks up anyway is a "problem"?
I completely agree with all but the two quoted above.
1. Lots of people play older games, what about all those people who still play N64 or NES? Some people just like the older games better, or like nostalgia. Heck, I still go back and play COD 4: Modern Warfare; just because something is new doesn't mean I'll like it better. But I honestly think the Xbox will have some sort of backwards compatibility, even if it's just downloadable games or something.
2. There are still tons of people who can't play online. Just because you have good enough internet to play, doesn't mean everyone else who may buy the system will. I don't think the next Xbox will be always online for that main fact. It would cut out a lot of possible profits.
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* You don't need infinite worlds. If all you want to do is wander around gawking at the scenery you aren't playing the game. It's kinda pointless because one biome is just like the last one- you've seen one desert or forest, you've seen them all. It's just "infinite biome repeating"- it's not like there's anything new.
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I completely disagree with this. Some people like to explore. Just because you do not see exploring as playing the game the "right way" does not mean that it isn't the right way for someone else. I for one love exploring on the PC version because it allows me to find unique terrain to build on or biomes that I may not have around spawn. It also allows for a larger Nether and more structures in the world. Instead of 1 stronghold, PC worlds have many.
You must not play the PC version because I can assure you that every biome is not like every other biomes. The terrain layout of biomes varies widely on the PC version.
* Of course you'll have to buy all your games all over again. You do with each new version of any game anyway. (And these will be new and improved versions). You won't want to play your "old" games anymore anyway.
* What difference does it make if you have to have a internet connection to play offline? I don't know about you, but my xbox (and PS3, and WiiU) all hook to the internet automatically when I turn them on. I'm gonna make a special effort to disconnect from the internet just so I can play a game "offline"? An internet connection that automatically hooks up anyway is a "problem"?
Also completely disagree with these two statements. I don't buy all of my games over again. If I have Halo 4 for the Xbox 360, there would be no point in buying it again on the new Xbox system because they'd be exactly the same. I play my "old" games all the time. I still own an original Xbox, Gamecube, etc, etc, and play them all the time.
As for the alway online connection thing, just look at what happened to Diablo 3. It requires an always online connection to play they game, even if you're playing alone. On the very day of launch, Blizzards servers crashed and nobody was able to play the game for almost 2 weeks.
Now imagine something like that happening to a $400-$500 console. Not being able to play your entire console because something on Microsoft's end goes wrong.
Well personally I always look forward to and get excited about anything new and better, I will deal with changes that need to be made regarding games accounts etc. and if Minecraft can not be played on the new console I will use the old one but something tells me that one of the best selling games of all time will not only be available but will continue to improve just like always , I do however refuse to use kinex or kinect or whatever because anyone anywhere can not only listen to you they can also watch you if connected to the internet and to think that you are not being monitored in any way shape or form this day and age is complete ridiculousness
What I am really surprised about this far in the posts is that some jerky isn't chiming in with " always assume rumors are false rather than true " crud............. ROTFLMFAO
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The new gen consoles seem like a huge disappointment. For example you need to buy all your games new, You need internet connection to play offline, Kinect is mandatory, Basically they want to force us into doing what they want us to do...
What in the world are you even talking about? Show me one source where Microsoft said "We're doing all this random crap just to anger our fans and lower the sales of our new gaming console!"
I'm literally in awe about how some people can be so gullible as to believe such ridiculous rumors. They never stop to think "Hey... Wait a second, this doesn't make sense at all." We've all read a random article on the internet about next-gen gaming consoles not having disc drives, not allowing used games to be playable, requiring internet connection, and other pointless features. Those of us with common sense will know that this is speculation, and will most likely be false. But some folks out there eat this stuff up like candy, and it completely baffles me.
Wait for this thread until Microsoft actually releases something about the nextbox. Many of the PS4 rumors were disproved at the conference and coinciding interviews. Take rumors with a grain of salt, and don't fall for 'em
didn't read much of this thread, but i saw someone say "you'll have to buy all your games new". that is NEVER going to happen. we'll always be able to play used games on consoles. those rumors have been going around the last couple years, but it's just not gonna happen.
The new gen consoles seem like a huge disappointment. For example you need to buy all your games new, You need internet connection to play offline, Kinect is mandatory, Basically they want to force us into doing what they want us to do...
#1.) Rumor - Not even true on PS4, you can buy and play used games
#2.) Rumor - Yet again, not true for PS4 and a rumor for the new Xbox
#3.) Rumor
You base all of your knowledge on next gen consoles on rumors then say they seem like a huge disappointment? How about you wait until you receive some factual info before complaining.
Wait for this thread until Microsoft actually releases something about the nextbox. Many of the PS4 rumors were disproved at the conference and coinciding interviews. Take rumors with a grain of salt, and don't fall for 'em
some rumors do seem unlikely but some simple things like; greatly increased RAM capacity; seem logical with or without rumors and that would lead to the ability to give minecraft the same abilities on xbox as on the PC even if the 2 versions are not identical.
There is no way they can go through with the internet connection thing. There are many places where there are bandwidth internet connections that drop out for hours at a time. I would throw the damn thing out the window if it would not turn on because of no internet connection. The used games thing, this would have a toll on the environment because of excessive disks floating around landfills. I myself keep all of my games, but the people that trade in them, what can they do now but throw them away? Neither rumor is likely to be true. And on top of that, they are expensive 50 gb blu ray discs that will be discarded. I would repay for the game and everything as long as I can use my saves from this version. With the minecraft thing, if these rumors are false, it will take over PC edition and be the most dominant platform. This is because there would be no making the game fit into 256 mb of ram like the PC edition has to. It will be forced to fit into 4 gb of ram, plus it runs in c++ so it will have much greater performance, infinite worlds, and possibly four times the world height would be possible. PC fanboys, be like that now, but in a couple of years, you will look like fools. Also, PC is basically the pirate bay of gaming. A few examples, mineshafter, which is cracked Minecraft, and also, more hacking on PC.
Someday in the future, You will realise these huge gaming company's are in it for the coin.
Uh, yeah, that's the point I was arguing. Your side of this debate is stating that Microsoft plans to go through extra trouble to make their own product less appealing, thus lowering sales, thus shrinking profit margin. A successful corporation would never do something so self-destructive, especially the corporate giant we are discussing.
I am nowhere near a fanboy, I actually despise Microsoft. But, they make a good console, and that is as far as my relationship goes with them, business-wise. I would never pay good money for a Windows distro, and I'll only use an .exe when absolutely necessary. Nor would I buy anything Zune related.
No 720. I am not buying a new system. I dont know about you guys but I am not made of cash
I've had an Xbox 360 (2 different ones actually) since 2006. They have lived a long and healthy life. During that life they have given me much enjoyment. They will continue to give me enjoyment long after the next generation systems release, just like all of my old consoles still do.
However, I will be buying both a PS4 and the next Xbox system. All I have to do is save a little money each paycheck and I can afford it.
I don't really mind the lack of infinite world. I'd just like the world to be just a little bit bigger
Also, four words: Better be backwards compatible...
I don't want to switch between the two systems.
No 720. I am not buying a new system. I dont know about you guys but I am not made of cash
Doubt I'll get it within the first 2 years of coming out, out I can't afford a new console. I have spent tons of money on gold and add ons to other games, and I have gotten 100% of my money out of minecraft, if enjoyment can be counted in dollars. I'd say this is the best game on the Xbox, but I'm not made of money, and this new Xbox can't be cheap :| .I'm hoping they will still update the game for the Xbox 360 because if not I'm buying the pc game and ditching my Xbox. Does anyone know if they will still update the Xbox 360 when the 720 comes out?
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* You don't need infinite worlds. If all you want to do is wander around gawking at the scenery you aren't playing the game. It's kinda pointless because one biome is just like the last one- you've seen one desert or forest, you've seen them all. It's just "infinite biome repeating"- it's not like there's anything new.
I disagree. I rather enjoy the thrill of reaching the top of a hill and "discovering" a beautiful valley, or a crazy floating mountain, or a huge lava-filled ravine. Building is fun, but so is exploring. Perhaps you're the one who's not fully playing the game.
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i enjoy surface exploration much more than caving and have tried the PC version but sitting in front of a lap top for hours 'kinda feels' like work where the xbox controls 'feel' like im playing a game.
* You don't need infinite worlds. If all you want to do is wander around gawking at the scenery you aren't playing the game. It's kinda pointless because one biome is just like the last one- you've seen one desert or forest, you've seen them all. It's just "infinite biome repeating"- it's not like there's anything new.
* Of course you'll have to buy all your games all over again. You do with each new version of any game anyway. (And these will be new and improved versions). You won't want to play your "old" games anymore anyway.
* What difference does it make if you have to have a internet connection to play offline? I don't know about you, but my xbox (and PS3, and WiiU) all hook to the internet automatically when I turn them on. I'm gonna make a special effort to disconnect from the internet just so I can play a game "offline"? An internet connection that automatically hooks up anyway is a "problem"?
* I hate Kinect. That said, rumors are that Kinect will have to be connected and set up for the new xbox. But that doesn't mean that you have to actually use it. It just means that it will be ready to go if you decide to play a game that requires (or you want to use it). Second, the upgraded Kinect (2.0) will be included with every new xbox- you don't have to purchase it separately. Finally, since everyone with the new system will have Kinect, games will have more "consistency". Game designers don't have to worry about if the players have Kinect or not. They're free to design games using Kinect, or controller, or both (and the user gets to decide. You like "options", right?) So those are bad things??
I completely agree with all but the two quoted above.
1. Lots of people play older games, what about all those people who still play N64 or NES? Some people just like the older games better, or like nostalgia. Heck, I still go back and play COD 4: Modern Warfare; just because something is new doesn't mean I'll like it better. But I honestly think the Xbox will have some sort of backwards compatibility, even if it's just downloadable games or something.
2. There are still tons of people who can't play online. Just because you have good enough internet to play, doesn't mean everyone else who may buy the system will. I don't think the next Xbox will be always online for that main fact. It would cut out a lot of possible profits.
You must not play the PC version because I can assure you that every biome is not like every other biomes. The terrain layout of biomes varies widely on the PC version.
Also completely disagree with these two statements. I don't buy all of my games over again. If I have Halo 4 for the Xbox 360, there would be no point in buying it again on the new Xbox system because they'd be exactly the same. I play my "old" games all the time. I still own an original Xbox, Gamecube, etc, etc, and play them all the time.
As for the alway online connection thing, just look at what happened to Diablo 3. It requires an always online connection to play they game, even if you're playing alone. On the very day of launch, Blizzards servers crashed and nobody was able to play the game for almost 2 weeks.
Now imagine something like that happening to a $400-$500 console. Not being able to play your entire console because something on Microsoft's end goes wrong.
What I am really surprised about this far in the posts is that some jerky isn't chiming in with " always assume rumors are false rather than true " crud............. ROTFLMFAO
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Retired StaffWhat in the world are you even talking about? Show me one source where Microsoft said "We're doing all this random crap just to anger our fans and lower the sales of our new gaming console!"
I'm literally in awe about how some people can be so gullible as to believe such ridiculous rumors. They never stop to think "Hey... Wait a second, this doesn't make sense at all." We've all read a random article on the internet about next-gen gaming consoles not having disc drives, not allowing used games to be playable, requiring internet connection, and other pointless features. Those of us with common sense will know that this is speculation, and will most likely be false. But some folks out there eat this stuff up like candy, and it completely baffles me.
#1.) Rumor - Not even true on PS4, you can buy and play used games
#2.) Rumor - Yet again, not true for PS4 and a rumor for the new Xbox
#3.) Rumor
You base all of your knowledge on next gen consoles on rumors then say they seem like a huge disappointment? How about you wait until you receive some factual info before complaining.
some rumors do seem unlikely but some simple things like; greatly increased RAM capacity; seem logical with or without rumors and that would lead to the ability to give minecraft the same abilities on xbox as on the PC even if the 2 versions are not identical.
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Retired StaffUh, yeah, that's the point I was arguing. Your side of this debate is stating that Microsoft plans to go through extra trouble to make their own product less appealing, thus lowering sales, thus shrinking profit margin. A successful corporation would never do something so self-destructive, especially the corporate giant we are discussing.
I am nowhere near a fanboy, I actually despise Microsoft. But, they make a good console, and that is as far as my relationship goes with them, business-wise. I would never pay good money for a Windows distro, and I'll only use an .exe when absolutely necessary. Nor would I buy anything Zune related.
I hear ya. Plus I just got a 360 last year...I probably won't join the cycle til long after the 360 is not supported anymore...
However, I will be buying both a PS4 and the next Xbox system. All I have to do is save a little money each paycheck and I can afford it.
Also, four words: Better be backwards compatible...
I don't want to switch between the two systems.
Doubt I'll get it within the first 2 years of coming out, out I can't afford a new console. I have spent tons of money on gold and add ons to other games, and I have gotten 100% of my money out of minecraft, if enjoyment can be counted in dollars. I'd say this is the best game on the Xbox, but I'm not made of money, and this new Xbox can't be cheap :| .I'm hoping they will still update the game for the Xbox 360 because if not I'm buying the pc game and ditching my Xbox. Does anyone know if they will still update the Xbox 360 when the 720 comes out?
I disagree. I rather enjoy the thrill of reaching the top of a hill and "discovering" a beautiful valley, or a crazy floating mountain, or a huge lava-filled ravine. Building is fun, but so is exploring. Perhaps you're the one who's not fully playing the game.