The degree of discussion around 1st/3rd person, modding V, and V vs the endings, is evidence of the fact that CDPR is onto something here.
Regardless of your thoughts about whether CDPR did a good or bad job with respect to the story, bugs, cut content, gameplay, and so on, my observation is that the community is experiencing an attachment to their characters that isn't seen in most other games. Whether because of it or despite it (I believe because of it), the way first-person has been integrated into the game has allowed a sense of immersion in the character that would be lacking if it were only in third person.
That said, I believe that at least a limited amount of third person visuals (not just what we have now - and I'm not talking about third-person combat or anything like that) is also necessary, as being able to see our V's facial expressions at various points in the game, as well as the movement of her lips while she talks, is important to fill the gap between the fact that we can feel our own facial muscles move when we talk, and feel the vibrations of our vocal cords as well (not to mention being able to pair this with seeing our reflection in mirrors, windows and so on).
Anyway, the point is that I hope that CDPR realise they've created (at least the early stages of) something that players are able to connect with in ways that have rarely been seen in other games. If they realise this, then perhaps they won't neglect further development of this aspect of the game, as there is something that players - and the modding community by extension - will cling onto for years to come, if they manage it right. It's not just about the telling of the story.
My wants:
Regardless of your thoughts about whether CDPR did a good or bad job with respect to the story, bugs, cut content, gameplay, and so on, my observation is that the community is experiencing an attachment to their characters that isn't seen in most other games. Whether because of it or despite it (I believe because of it), the way first-person has been integrated into the game has allowed a sense of immersion in the character that would be lacking if it were only in third person.
That said, I believe that at least a limited amount of third person visuals (not just what we have now - and I'm not talking about third-person combat or anything like that) is also necessary, as being able to see our V's facial expressions at various points in the game, as well as the movement of her lips while she talks, is important to fill the gap between the fact that we can feel our own facial muscles move when we talk, and feel the vibrations of our vocal cords as well (not to mention being able to pair this with seeing our reflection in mirrors, windows and so on).
Anyway, the point is that I hope that CDPR realise they've created (at least the early stages of) something that players are able to connect with in ways that have rarely been seen in other games. If they realise this, then perhaps they won't neglect further development of this aspect of the game, as there is something that players - and the modding community by extension - will cling onto for years to come, if they manage it right. It's not just about the telling of the story.
My wants:
- More powerful photo mode with more subtle expressions, as well as more control and customisation of poses, expressions and so on.
- More points throughout the game where we can see V interacting with other characters from a third-person perspective - NOT just in the final scene of whatever ending you choose. I think this is something that is really important and has been cut too heavily from the game.
- Heavy investment in style choices.
- Better control over hairstyles. Why does hair need to be a single model? Why can't players decide if they want a shaved patch on one side or not? Also, if they let us change hairstyles, please don't make us go to a hair stylist to switch between two hair-dos that have roughly the same underlying hair. For example, long hair can be put in double buns in front of a mirror.
- Seeing what ripperdocs are doing to us. Cutting my biological arms off to install cybernetic replacements? That is a HUGE deal! Yes, maybe it's a bit gruesome. Maybe it's a bit shocking. I don't care - it's important - show me!
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