EA's Dead Space Strategy | Fans Question Franchise Direction
A wave of discontent rises among gaming fans regarding EA's choice to remake Dead Space instead of producing either Dead Space 4 or a Dead Space 2 remake. Many feel this decision might be more about profit than passion.
Corporate Perspective: Are They Just Testing Waters?
In recent discussions on various forums, fans express frustration about EA's strategy. Despite mixed feelings about the remake's outcome, Dead Space continues to hold a special place in the hearts of gamers. A notable comment echoed this sentiment: "They never shelved it. It wasn’t even being worked on. EA and insiders have both denied that."
Interestingly, some argue that the gaming industry's shift towards elevated expectations complicates future sequels. One participant pointed out, "The next installment has to be leaps and bounds more advanced to be accepted as a good sequel." This thought reflects a trend that keeps developers cautious about jumping into new installments too quickly.
The Disappointment of Sales Targets
EA set ambitious sales goals for the remake, expecting over 5 million units to be sold. However, it fell short, reaching about 2 million units. A user lamented, "Dead Space sold over 2 million and I think if they stayed on track it could hit that number consistently."
"Honestly I’m surprised anyone at EA green lit the remake Maybe they expected Witcher III numbers or something."
This comment captures the gap between EA's expectations and the remake's performance. Several other users criticized EA's logic that any game not hitting their sky-high targets is labeled a flop.
Community Sentiment: A Divide in Enthusiasm
The reactions from various user boards reveal a split among fans regarding the franchise's future:
"I just wanted to see more of Dead Space yk?"
"EA doesn’t publish games for fans; it publishes them for investors."
"It’s a miracle we got a DS remake at all."
Some players even pointed out that the remake was a way to gauge interest for potential future installments. One said, "To see if there’s still interest in Dead Space as a franchise." Yet skepticism remains prevalent that EA will pivot back to this beloved series, especially given its past failures.
Key Takeaways
▽ EA's hefty sales expectations resulted in disappointment, viewing the remake as a failure.
✦ Community sentiment remains mixed, with strong calls for a Dead Space 2 remake.
✯ "The remake was phenomenally well done" Amid frustration, many acknowledge the successes of the remake itself.
It's clear that the fan base desires a continuation of the Dead Space saga. The question now is whether EA will adapt its business strategy to satisfy the demand or let this iconic franchise slip into obscurity once again.