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- Atluss release strategy of enhancing games with definitive editions may be negatively impacting initial sales.
- The concern arises because potential buyers might delay purchases, waiting for the complete edition to be released.
- Sega also acknowledged that competition from other games and their pricing could be contributing to lower sales.
- Theres a perception among players that purchasing games at launch may not guarantee access to all available content due to frequent releases of expansions and cosmetic packages.
Harming Sales with Definitive Editions? Atlus’s Release Strategy Under Scrutiny
Atlus has acknowledged that its strategy of releasing enhanced versions of games may be reducing initial sales of its titles. Sega, Atlus’s parent company, admitted this during a recent Q&A session addressing concerns about the sales performance of Atlus catalog titles. Despite critical acclaim and player satisfaction, these games have not met sales expectations, leading to questions about the company’s release strategy. Sega suggested that the release of complete editions could be causing potential buyers to delay purchases. Atlus has a history of releasing updated versions of its games, such as Persona 4 Golden and Persona 5 Royal, which include significant content additions and improvements. These definitive editions often debut at the same price as the original releases. While Sega did not specify which titles were underperforming, the comments likely refer to Atlus games. For example, Metaphor: ReFantazio achieved strong sales, selling one million copies on its first day and two million within six months. Despite the success of Metaphor: ReFantazio, the question remains whether a future definitive edition will impact its long-term sales.
Challenging Sales with Definitive Editions? Sega’s Marketing Strategy and Its Impact on Player Perception
Sega also suggested that competition from other games and their pricing may be a factor in lower sales. The company added, “Although we have not been able to pinpoint a cause for underperforming sales, we believe the issue also lies in our marketing, which has failed to adequately convey the appeal of our games to players.” The company began facing criticism from fans after releasing numerous enhanced versions with additional content shortly after the original launches. The release of expansions and cosmetic packages may also give players the impression that purchasing a game at launch will not guarantee access to all available content.
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In an exciting wave of gaming news, Sophie Laurent on Gamesradar reports that Katsura Hashino, the mastermind behind Persona and Metaphor: ReFantazio, is heralding a radical transformation in JRPGs, with games set to debut within just a few years. Eager to glimpse this new frontier? Head over to Players for Life to read Laurent’s insightful piece on “Persona Director Aims for JRPG Era 3.0” Persona Director Aims for JRPG Era 3.0. Meanwhile, Atlus has another thrilling announcement: Ahmed Hassan reveals that a playable demo for RAIDOU Remastered is just around the corner. Starting November 5th, you can dive into the initial stages on PS5, Nintendo Switch, and Steam platforms, with your progress carrying over to the full game. Check it out here RAIDOU Remastered Will Have Demo. And lastly, Jurassic World Evolution 3 fans, don’t miss out on unlocking four exclusive purple vehicles through Twitch PlayersForLife until November 18th at 2:59 PM (French Time). Jonathan Dubinski shares all the details in his latest post on Players for Life. Link your Frontier account to your Twitch and watch those official streams!
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