Young People: "Watching Streamers is More Fun Than Buying Games" - This Idea is Seriously Spreading

"After watching the ending of the game through a Let's Play, do you still want to play it?"

This survey attracted 15,755 responses. So, what were the results?
"Satisfied with watching, don't want to play" topped the list at 40.6%.

https://automaton-media.com/articles/newsjp/202200526-204007/

What are we going to do about this?

True. I don't even have the energy to play myself anymore.

At this point, they're not even watching videos for the game itself.

The gaming industry must feel really unlucky.

People who watch the ending aren't likely to buy the game. Those who buy won't watch spoilers.

It's a hassle and costs money.

I watch Let's Plays for remakes. I don't want to replay games I played to death back in the day.

I get Let's Plays for FPS games with a focus on PvP, but it makes no sense for RPGs to be pushed by the developers.

I don't have the energy to watch hours of someone else's gameplay.

For single-player games, just watching is enough. For online multiplayer, I do feel like playing myself.

It's really strange. It's not the game they like, but the streamer.

I get people who just watch, but they shouldn't critique the game itself.

I can't clear it even if I play it myself.

Come to think of it, even a Switch costs around 40,000 yen.

Street Fighter 6 was boring when I tried playing it myself.

People who settle for videos probably don't play games at all. Even back in the day, some were satisfied just watching friends at the arcade.

>>95
Marketing is about getting a small percentage to buy. Even if you think no one will buy it, a few will, and that's enough.

Playing has become a chore.

This is terrible for time efficiency.

Yakuza games probably have very few buyers. Mostly Let's Play viewers.

Playing alone at home feels lonely.

Resident Evil is too scary and difficult to play alone.

For adventure games, Let's Plays are fine.

I also settle for videos for complicated RPGs. Without customization like Pokémon, I can't be bothered.

Dragon Quest Builders was great. The story and building were so fun that it made me want to buy it even after watching.

>>149
Builders is a top-tier clone. They should make a third one, seriously.

Do you prefer Let's Plays with commentary or without? I used to prefer with commentary, but as I got older, I can't stand the voices. Same goes for live streams. If I hear loud Kansai dialect while watching an old game, I might break my phone screen. Definitely a thumbs down.

>>168
I can't stand commentary either. It's just annoying.

>>168
If I just want to see the story, no commentary is better, but generally, I prefer commentary to avoid boredom.

>>168
If it's a game I've already cleared, then I don't mind watching archived footage with commentary.

Can't buy multiple games anyway.

>>203
That's a simple truth. Couldn't buy much until high school.

>>207
You'd borrow from friends or buy used games from the previous generation. My dad played a bit, so he understood and bought games like Gran Turismo.

I like watching VTubers play games.

No wonder mobile games are thriving.

Honestly, playing games myself is more fun. But I do enjoy watching anime with commentary and reactions.

No matter how good you get, there are always people on YouTube or social media who are way better and get all the attention. Makes you wonder why you even try.

Single-player games feel like a waste of time. They used to be a communication tool for kids, but now even kids only play competitive games like Splatoon or Apex.

I only watch Stan.

When you're as big as Moko, you can rack up views just by eating. It's a dream.

It's just a way to kill time. If you spend it watching videos, you won't have any time left.

We'll probably end up with more casual mini-games.

To be honest, I enjoyed watching my brother play RPGs and other games when I was a kid.

>>259
Even in competitive games, it's about the memories with friends. RPGs might be boring alone, but you could manage by reading manga alongside.

>>259
I used to act as a navigator for my brother with the strategy guide.

>>285
That's a classic. He'd probably get mad if you told him the tips too early.

Games should only be viewable by those who bought them.

Is it okay to let someone else experience it for you?

>>263
It costs money and playing alone is lonely. It meets the needs of those people.

Undertale made me want to play it myself.

And Persona too.

They don't like the game; they like the streamer playing it.

Whether it's good or bad, the ability to play alone is a factor. I can do it no problem.

Games that are all about the story should ban Let's Plays.

It's just about money. Playing yourself is way more fun.

>>282
If you're a student, maybe. But if you're an adult, you have money. It's just laziness.

For FromSoftware games, the story is hard to grasp just by watching. They're well made.

People who don't buy games won't buy them even if there are no videos.

Let's Plays cut out the grindy parts, making it efficient for viewers.

When I was a kid, I couldn't buy many games. Growing up in a generation where you can instantly watch Let's Plays changes your perspective.