Do The Order: 1886’s Sales Indicate That We Still Care Too Much About Graphics?

CraveOnline: "The Order: 1886 is the best-selling game in the UK right now, ousting Evolve from its position atop the throne. This is despite middling critical reviews which indicated that, yes, the game was gorgeous, and no, the quality of its gameplay didn’t match its visuals. So now we’re back to that age-old debate: are we still so enamored with a game’s visual fidelity that we’ll overlook its copious flaws and buy it anyway?"

[Nyxus]

Or maybe some people enjoy it for what it is.

[CowbopBeboy]

I'd suggest you read the piece before commenting upon its title alone, maybe.

[GMR_PR]

"Do The Order: 1886’s Sales Indicate That We Still Care Too Much About Graphics?"

No, it means there is no a single exclusive game to play this days, although graphics helps a bit.

[Nyxus]

Read it but it doesn't change my point. The article seems to be written under the assumption that everyone will agree that the game isn't very good, and that people bought it for reasons such as there is nothing else to play, or they need to justify the purchase of a new console. But in fact there are also people who do think this is a good game, and that's why they bought it.

[BlackTar187]

The hate order campaign is getting out of hand. Give it up people let people play what they like and if you just hate the game so much you have to share it with everyone on the internet multiple times then please just find something else to do. We enjoy the game stop trying to tell people we shouldn't or assume we all don't.

[Silly Mammo]

@BlackTar-But that's the problem with the gaming media these days. Instead of reporting on gaming developments and news, they feel they must dictate how the industry and gamers must do and feel about games.

[nucky64]

i read it too - it's a page of desperate nonsense tring to come up with, yet, MORE new reasons to bas this game.
fact is - people are buying it. i bought it and enjoyed the game - i hope the sequel comes out so i can buy it.

btw - after reading this "article" i can safely say, cowbop, that you're wrong - nobody needs to read this article - you can feel the authors hatred of the order from the title.

[Cindy-rella]

People are buying the game because it interests them and the reviews arent representative of what they see the game as. I see reviews as low as 2 which indicates just how meaningless a lot of reviews are. A game that is a 2 out of a 10 should be unplayable or be a broken mess but the order isnt so. I see some games that needs a lot of patches and are still broken or games that are really rough and seems like they required 6 months more dev time to polish them up but they get high review scores. The order 1886 is so polish and almost perfect as the devs intended and didnt require patches to work. The game was penalized for not having more content that the devs never intended to add. Its almost like taking points off of a car game because its not open world.

I'm hoping the game is very successful because its a very good game and i want games to be as polished as the order or better. I know i expect amazing things from uncharted 4, gran turismo and other ps4 exclusives. I havent seen a game with such publicity in a long time even though its getting a lot of hate from fanatics but i want it to get amazing sales.

[Mr Pumblechook]

The Order:1886 has allowed the staff at Crave Online to dine out on lobster, because all they've been doing is writing one after another article criticising this game. What they are don't fail to understand is that their subjective opinion is not shared by the public - and they don't like it.

It's a real shame because they have allowed their articles to become very negative just for the hits.

[Spotie]

I'd suggest a headline that isn't as much clickbait as this one.

It doesn't even take critical thinking to come to the conclusion that graphics aren't the main driving force behind people buying The Order.

And it's not as if you haven't been around to see the arguments being made on either side. People are enjoying the gameplay, soundtrack, story, atmosphere...

But let's all focus on the most visible thing, create an article based on the rest of the things mentioned not even existing, and then top it off with a clickbait title. THEN let's get upset when someone calls that out.

[Kingthrash360]

I bought it and i enjoy it. Im happy with it because it is what i wanted. Reviews are meaningless now days. The game is pretty yes...but its also a well put togther game and they achieved their vision of the game. Even after this game succeeded in selling well it gets criticized.
Imo Its a breath of freash air....so tired of open world/fps games.
a third person story focused AAA game is just what was needed imo.
if you didnt want that then there are plenty on fps out there. Look at evolve a multiplayer online fps with minimal modes and repetitive gameplay and a dlc lineup that new gamers seem to love.
its a wonder why articles aren't looking into that new way of selling a piece of game at full price and sell the rest in dlc.

[GiggMan]

I think it just indicates that people realy don't give a damn about reviews. Only reviewers think that their opinion means something.

Just because you work for a major publication or have some kind of blog or YouTube channel that doesn't necessarily make you an expert. Some of these guys think their opinion is gold lol.

I've been playing games for as long or longer than some of these reviewers have been alive. I think I can make my own decisions...

[Testfire]

Maybe it indicates that gamers are getting sick and tired of journalists and their often political/monetary/hidden agendas. We're tired of clickbait articles and reviews. They need to remember, in a day and age of YouTube, Twitch and forums we don't need them, THEY NEED US. We don't need them to tell us if a game is good and rely on their opinions, we can see for ourselves through let's plays.

This is what The Order sales numbers in relation to review scores tell me.

[SoapShoes]

It suggests we care more about graphics over quality and uses Evolve being dethroned as an example. I wouldn't say Evolve is quality...

[mikeslemonade]

People have been saying graphics don't matter and graphics are good enough since the Wii1. And when you compare games from this generation and to that respective generation they are referring too, there's a huge difference. The gameplay also changes because of the more advance graphics.

My argument is why would you settle. Graphics should keep getting better and better. You are bad for technology advancement if you disagree.

[Army_of_Darkness]

I will by this over evolve any day.

[WelkinCole]

The article is hoghwash

Its an old school type of game with a fusion of cinematics and the very best atmosphere for any game as of now.

Same reasons I loved MGS4 and Heavy Rain last gen.

It is a polished as heck game with a heavy emphasis on story with a cinematic delivery.Very different from most games nowdays that are glitch fest with no emphasis on story.

On these merits alone the sales are justified.

It is a solid 9 from me.

[GMR_PR]

Why there is people comparing this game to MGS. MGS its in another league, not even close.

[Antifan]

Then stop doing click bait tactics with the title, son.

[GribbleGrunger]

LOL. Well here's a new angle. It can't possibly be that some people actually liked the gameplay, so it must be because people think too much about the graphics. The facts are: some people liked it and some people didn't, and it isn't simply because of the graphics that some people liked it.

[nucky64]

yea - author even says, "after all the bad reviews people bought it anyways - why is this?"
this guy is taking it hard that the order is doing well.
you know, gribblegrunger, i bought this game to see what it was like and ended up enjoying it a lot - great story! but now, I'm just loving how apesh1t upset all these media sites and online haters are over the order doing well.

[GribbleGrunger]

Unfortunately I'm not in the financial position to buy this game. My first game this year won't be until May, and that will be The Witcher. I have taken interest in this game though, largely because of the mixed bag of responses it's getting. So, I've been keeping up with The Order threads on multiple forums and well over 80% of people like it a lot. I've also now watched two playthroughs on Youtube (not all the way through) and on each the player has said 'I'm struggling to understand the review scores' more than once. I originally took the scores at face value but having investigated and watched the game for myself, I know for certain this game isn't anything less than a 7/10.

[Rachel_Alucard]

Reviews didn't stop Destiny from selling like crazy. Although marketing and the fact that bungie made it was why it sold regardless.

[MysticStrummer]

…or maybe in this case reviewers were out of touch with what consumers might find enjoyable. It wouldn't be the first time. There are more than a few examples of badly reviewed games/movies/books that did well after being panned by the all knowing critics.

[moegooner88]

I know I am :). Loving it so far . Story and setting are why I got it in the first place. Neither disappoint. Gameplay is exactly what it was advertised to be, and fits the game nicely tbh.

[_-EDMIX-_]

...I mean...how do they know people didn't buy it to play a interesting story? My issue is this is an assumption.

Mind you...people don't just buy games to "look at" thus...I don't think one spent $60 for that purpose alone.

When I hear "lack of gameplay" one must factor...in what respect?

Does Heavy Rain or the Walking Dead games have a "lack of gameplay"?

Did it ever occur to anyone that maybe The Order isn't actually trying to be a deep complex game, but rather a adventure game ala Myst, Heavy Rain, Telltale games etc?

[gangsta_red]

"...but rather a adventure game ala Myst, Heavy Rain, Telltale games etc?"

A third person, squad base, action shooter with vampires, lycans and multiple weapons like a lightning gun, rocket launcher and all other weapons found in in other 3rd person shooter of it's type? C'mon EDMIX, I doubt it was going for an adventure game with deep story telling like a Telltale game or deep exploration, puzzle solving like Myst and whatever Heavy Rain was trying to do.

"Does Heavy Rain or the Walking Dead games have a "lack of gameplay"?"

Why do people compare The Order with these type of games? Why do they chose games that are not even in it's genre? Why not then just chose Tetris or Frogger if we want to talk about "lack of gameplay" and compare them to The Order.

Shouldn't we compare The Order with other games in it's same genre? A 3rd person action game/shooter? That seems to makes a lot more sense.

[Nirvana31591]

Do The Order 1886's sales indicate we care too much about graphics? Umm no it indicates we don't give a flying f**k about BS reviews

[remixx116]

All the order sales show is how irrelevant reviews are becoming.

I'm guessing if bloodborn sells well they are going to ask "does bloodborne sales indicate that we care to much about difficulty??".

[Blazin_28]

I loved the order! Maybe it sold well because its a great game??? I will not hesitate to preorder a sequel when announced.

[GUTZnPAPERCUTZ]

Dude all yall are doing is setting up AAA Devs to put out shorter less interactive games! The Graphics are GREAT, the Story is GREAT, the Atmosphere is GREAT, BUT, a 4-5 hour game after cut scenes with no interactivity is NOT what the average gamer wants (the majority) so stop defending it just because its a PS4 exclusive like you all do on every game!

There is nothing wrong with making a short good game, but when you charge $60 for it and hype it through the roof, don't get all pissy when the majority is upset about it!
This is NEXT GEN, I don't know about you all, But I want an open world game like GTA 5, with crafting and skill trees like Dying light, with gun play as good as COD/Battlefield, Animals abundant like Far Cry, I want to walk into every single interior and it be littered with loot like Skyrim, Full scale destruction like Red Faction, and full fledged physics that are so life like that if it seems logical it's possible!
THAT'S WHAT NEXT GEN IS TOO ME MOST OF ALL

[gangsta_red]

Some good points about wanting more for next gen games. I agree with that also.

I also like to put this question out there for a lot of people also.

When playing these games and besides the graphics, exactly what are most of these games doing differently that couldn't have been done on last gen systems?

When you ask yourself that question then you get a little bit more perspective on maybe why some of these games are rated so low.

[OUROSMAG]

Despite the gaming media's best efforts this game is doing well, and the fact of the matter it is a good game. well said.

[OrangePowerz]

Bubble for you. That's the first thing I was thinking.

[arika]

reviews nowadays doesnt matter as they used too. i would rather go to amazon and checked out the reviews of verified purchases rather than read a review from a review site.to me its much more reliable.

[callahan09]

I was thinking: Or maybe critics don't care enough about graphics to reflect the interests of their audience? People like shiny new toys, so to speak. A graphical showcase to appreciate technical wizardry is something a lot of people appreciate. If it wasn't something that interested people, we wouldn't have probably bought a PS4, because when it really comes down to it, the biggest difference between one console generation and the next is the graphical enhancements that are possible. People pay more money for better graphics. Therefore, people care about graphics, and good graphical showcases are a valuable commodity for those who want to experience that kind of thing. The audience exists.

[BallsEye]

Not speaking in relation to the order but I do think people care too much about graphics. I remember when I was a bit younger and playing this game:
http://www.atarimania.com/8...
It felt almost like a movie. I know, it's weird, right? I enjoyed the crap out of these games. For few next generations gameplay was evolving to the point we've seen awesome games like morrowind where you could "do almost anything". Now new generation of so called "gamers" appeared that only care about graphics just to show it off to other people and that's what made gameplay go back to the days of Atari. I believe it got something to do with mentality of american kids these days where everyone just try to show how much better car or phone they got than everyone else. It doesn't matter if you enjoy it, point is to feel like you got something premium, better.
I wish the days where gameplay was evolving, will be back. It's actually why I'm putting my hopes in "DA POWER OF DA CLOUD!". I don't know when it will actually be used in games but when it does, I hope for amazing AI in huge open worlds and complicated mechanisms, that normally wouldn't be possible on a single home console. One day.

[NerdStalker]

until the day cloud arrives there a top notch quality gaming console called ps4 out which can do all those things.

[jackanderson1985]

We don't know numbers though, all we know is it outsold Evolve(who's numbers we also don't know)... hell it might have only outsold it by 1 single unit, or 1 million units

[Silly gameAr]

You've said this in a lot of Order articles that I've been too. It looks like it's successful despite the bs. Why do you need to know numbers so bad?

[jackanderson1985]

Pretty sure it's the first time I've ever said that. Also first time I've queried the orders numbers. Not sure where you saw it previously.

Also the numbers are what would make it successful so you'd kinda need them to determin

[the_dark_one]

No, it shows that we gamers dont care about reviews and just want to enjoy the game( or games). Like i said before this is the same situation as Beyond 2 Souls, many gamers loved it other hated it. Just cause some reviewers gave it low scores, that doesnt mean that gamers will not buy it or not enjoy it.

[Neonridr]

But we aren't talking about one or two reviewers giving it low scores though are we? Generally speaking, this game has been received as average, stating that while it's a gorgeous game, it's lacking a lot of gameplay elements to make it worth your time.

But you are correct in that just because a game receivers lower than expected scores, it doesn't mean that it can't still please many gamers. It's divisive enough that some seem to enjoy it while others do not.

It is however a new exclusive for the PS4 in a time when there wasn't much else available, so it was a no brainer that it would sell well initially.

The question remains will it continue to sell or was the initial rush due to the die-hards who had the game preordered and no review score was going to deter them from purchasing it?

Only time will tell on that question.

[MysticStrummer]

"we aren't talking about one or two reviewers giving it low scores though are we?"

No but we're also not talking about only one or two reviewers giving it a good score either.

[Neonridr]

@Mystic - fair enough, but when it is averaging out at 65 on Metacritic, that usually indicates more mixed to not so favorable reviews. Again, as I said before, just because a game receives a lower score, doesn't mean it still can't be enjoyed or be a good game. It just means that the majority of the people reviewing the game didn't enjoy it. That's all.

I am more interested to see if it continues to sell now that the initial week one sales are over.

[uth11]

@Neon-

It's at 65 because it's scores range from 20 - 95! It's not like the last spiderman game or something that scored in the 60s because all the reviews were in the 50-60 range. This is truly a polarizing game.

[Neonridr]

@uth11 - it's at 66 (currently) because that is where the average is at. Out of 71 reviews that are posted to Metacritic, over half (36) fall in the "Mixed" range which are anywhere from 50-70. If Half the reviews were 90 and half were 20 I would agree with you.

But when over half of the reviews score it exactly where it is at, it's hard to grasp for straws.

If it looks like a duck, talks like a duck and quacks like a duck.

That being said, if you enjoyed the game, then great for you. If you thought that it was a 95/100 then so be it. I am not going to tell you it's not. But the majority of the people who played the game and did a review on some professional site or another did not share your opinion.

Take it for what you will.

[Sayburr]

Yeah, I think the reasons stated in the article [Dry Month and a dour year for video games] seem fair as well as us humans seem to be influenced greatly by "hype" and the more hype there is, the more likely we are to purchase before learning more about it.

This game was heavy marketed, lots of media attention, and a lot of social networking… Seems we fall for that a lot [Titan Fall, Watch Dogs, Knack].

[CowbopBeboy]

I actually really enjoyed Titanfall. Knack and Watch Dogs on the other hand... eesh.

[nucky64]

so, the media complains when game companies launch top games too close together -and NOW, this guy complains about a game selling WELL because there aren't ENOUGH games launching closed together - LMFAO at this craziness.

btw - i can't speak for everyone....but i didn't fall for anything - from previews, i was into the story, characters, weapons, enviroments, atomosphere and enemies (lycans) and they gave me everything i wanted + more (vampires!! and an interesting take on jack the ripper) and no - i never bought titan fall, watch dogs, knack OR KZ:shadowfall.

edit: volkama below - it wasn't just the "good graphics" see above.

[Taero]

*sigh* I've already been spoiled on this before but could you perhaps not include plot details like vampires in replies like this? Everything else was fine and I agree with you, I too was in to everything shown, but I could have done without knowing about that (I get it might not be a big thing or a big reveal but without actually having seen it it's impossible to know so it still feels like a big spoiler).

[averagejoe26]

What? The game was barely hyped. We knew very little about it and only started seeing commercials a week or two before release. How is that being over hyped?

Destiny, with multiple ads all over the place for months, special ps4 deals involving the game, etc.. THAT'S being over hyped.

I can't tell if these people are too dumb to come to realistic conclusions or just use what other people say as their own thoughts. Either way, it's unintelligent and ruining the gaming community.

[Volkama]

If people care about graphics and choose to get the game for that reason I don't see a problem.

If people are buying it because they've been sucked in by a good marketing campaign or because they think exclusivity makes it worthwhile then they're stupid. But if someone just likes to chill and take in some good graphics then who's to say they are wrong?

[uth11]

People have always cared about pushing graphics to the next level. It's one of the big reasons we buy next gen-consoles and the latest PC graphics cards. They always will.

But all this hand-wringing over graphics is ridiculous. It's not like all games are about to become nothing but graphical showcases. People also release games that push gameplay into new territories. (Look at Minecraft, mega-seller, addictive gameplay, horrible graphics) It's rare to find a game that pushes both.

[lemoncake]

The power of marketing

[mhunterjr]

At this point, we don't know enough about the games sales to make any kind of conclusion.

Knocking off evolve, another game with mediocre reviews, and far less marketing clout was never Much of a tall order... Especially considering The Order was the only new release...

It could mean that The Order is selling really well OR It could mean the Evolve sales have dropped off of a cliff. it could also mean anything in between the two...

Also, we already know that reviews scores don't neccisarily dictate sales performance... Just look at Destiny... Now look at Bayonetta 2.

It's also naive to assume that people are only buying it for the graphics. Maybe they like it, despite the reviews...

[SmokingMonkey]

Ryse had good graphics.

[MasterCornholio]

Some people wanted to play in a steanpunk version of Victorian London.

[Der_Kommandant]

To me the game was worth every penny, not just because graphics.

[InTheLab]

I think the game looks terrible based on the gameplay but if people want to buy it, I'm not making articles questioNing it. If anything the good sales gives RAD the opportunity to make a better game next round.

[spacedelete]

people thinking The Order sold well just because its topped the UK chart. do people even know how easy it is for any old trash to top a chart especially in the UK which is dudebro land. The Order could have sold 80 copies and the other games could have sold less for example 20 copies and the chart would still look the same. then theres the fact The Order is the first big AAA game since holiday season and people are desperate for something to play as PS4 and Xbox One aren't exactly full of games to buy even if its as trashy as The Order. starve a person and even the worst food known to man will look tasty.

[_-EDMIX-_]

um...yea sure...people buy games by default of nothing else to buy.

The denial is real with this one.

[Orbilator]

What a Muppet you are. Another typical loser with nowt else to do apart from using up his one bubble

[MysticStrummer]

I really don't understand your logic. Are you saying The Order is a dudebro game??? It knocked Evolve out of first place, and Evolve seems much more like dudebro material. Lastly, I'm not desperate for anything to play on my PS4, in fact I have a backlog at the moment, but I bought The Order and am enjoying it.

[MegaSackman]

And I thought I was interested in the story, characters and setting... Who would have say it was just mind control?

[Orbilator]

Why doesn't everybody just ##@& off and go moan about something else. I'm on my third play through of the order and enjoy it immensely.

[StrawberryDiesel420]

Same here, the game is that good. For me personally, it's better than The Last of Us by far. I think everything from the setting(beautiful alternate historical London setting), to the characters(Especially Gallahad though all four knights are awesome, also Nikola Tesla!), the weaponry(Thermite Rifle anyone?), the unparalleled graphics, the tight gunplay(feels like a mix of Gears of War and Uncharted 2, I LOVE IT), the half breeds(wish there were more battles against them! I love werewolves/vampires and they look so badass), the gore which makes the game much more realistic(zapping someone with the electric gun and seeing their split torso and severed arm, it's a thing of beauty), and the best part the story(LOVED the ending). Everything comes together so perfectly it's so easy to see there was a clear agenda by the media to try and sabotage this game, more than likely supported by M$ from behind the scenes.

[jhoward585]

Nothing has changed cause this happened before during the nes days, so its nothing new. Its simply a hit and miss situation. We buy a game not knowing anything about the game and once we pop it inside our game system we find out the games sucks(or its good).

We get too easily convinced a game is good and judge a game based on how it looks from the front cover, with out even bothering to look whats could be hidden in the background. This worked in past, and it works today. The only difference is internet make the process much faster.

We can help it b/c Our curiosity to know things(in most people) are very strong enough that it can be easily toyed with through hype.

[wodkiller88]

Hell yeah they matter! I didn't spend $400 to play a ps3 game, I spent it to play a next gen game and I expect to show of my ps4s graphics. If you want to spend hundreds of hours on a game go play dragon age or something but I want to see what my $400 machine is capable of. If I wanted gameplay then I could of stuck with my ps3 and played all the games I've yet to play but no I wanted a next gen machine!

[GusBricker]

Not to mention, people just more games to play.

[StrawberryDiesel420]

No, it indicates real gamers care about great games. Just like Demon's Souls for PS3, word of mouth alone will sell this game...

[TrollityTroll]

Translation "Shit The Order: 1886’s Sales Indicate That Our Reviews Are Out Of Touch And Irrelevant"
Quick, we must post an article trying to justify why we're right and the buying public, most of whom have never heard of us, are wrong!

How many more of these articles are you planning to write to try and consolidate your position? That's 2 today already:
http://n4g.com/news/1678833...

[kenwonobi]

They tried hard but when everyone plays this game they will realize reviewers suck these days and which ones in particular.

[Helloween13]

Yes like me @Nyxus, I think the game is amazing and a blast to play and yes the graphics are the best seen on anything so far this generation, but I love the gameplay and the sound as well, you see I'm human and I can make up my own mind, I don't listen to the so called reviewers (that think there celebs) saying the game is crap as they have lost touch in gaming, and the rest of the people just follow them like sheep

[StarLord_Who]

Yes, 1000 yes.

Like holding a set of shiny keys over a toddler's head.

[daBUSHwhaka]

Enough with these crappy articles about how much of a fail The Order is.So much negativity.If its not playtime,QTE,cut scenes,graphics over gameplay,epic fails,exclusives are terrible blah blah blah.I had my doubts at first but was pleasantly surprised by The Order.Thoroughly enjoyed it.Move on.

[kenwonobi]

Or maybe your opinion and review was just wrong? Thats why we dont trust scores. It is a very good game. Unlike Ryse which was horrible and didnt sell as well as The Order 1886 will. People can play the games you know. They dont live and die by a review as their choice to try it out.

[Elda]

It's a pretty good single player cinematic game!...period!If you're interested & can afford it buy it, if you're not interested in playing it move on,so tired of these types of articles.I'm personally enjoying the game & hope it does well to deserve a sequel.

[madmonkey01]

it indicates that the majority of gamers dont care what self titled journalists have to say about the games.

[tekksin]

I love how they immediately start apologizing for evolve's lackluster sales lmfao

[TKCMuzzer]

Oh i see, so gaming journalists now assume us gamers are sucked in by graphics alone and can't make any other judgment. Or is it this, you slagged of a game, gave it a poor review,continue to drag it down even though it's now released and continue to write negative articles about it to fill web space, yet gamers ignored all that crap and went out to find out for themselves.
Get over yourselves journalists, believe it or not we can make decisions without the help of you guys.

I think it says more about the confidence gamers having in gaming sites and modern gaming journalism than anything else............

[James Vanderbeek]

we will always care about how a game looks. the order looks good and plays good. its not a perfect game but its a good one. I enjoyed it.

[KingKevo]

And who said that there cannot be a game in which the tech/artstyle is more important to the dev than the gameplay? Nobody. The Order has its flaws, but it's funny how some sites try to find more and more ways to hate it. Btw, dry month my arse.

Some people might not like it, bu I am totally fine when there are games that have an emphasis on a variety of things. As long as it remains a game that is playable and is working gameplay wise I do not see why the order should be blamed for it. but going in and thinking The Order would have a perfect gameplay of a Mario is just stupid, so it is your fault of expecting awesome gameplay. It was fairly obvious that this games strength will be its tech.

[clouds5]

It indicates that alot of people bought the ps4 and there is nothing to play :p

[ScaryMonkey]

No graphics dont matter at all that's why no effort was put into making Ryse pretty and we still game on 32bit consoles, oh wait....

[skratchy]

When will the hate end? It's out, people still bought it. Get over it. People can like a game for a multitude of reasons. The setting, the characters, the story; why do graphics have to be the stigma? They were obviously going for a more cinematic experience and I see no problem with that.

[Majin-vegeta]

No just means people don't really give a rats behind about reviews.Cuz we all know some under the table deals happen.

[klarax]

I like the game. 8/10

[psplova]

To me it's the idea of a new, interesting ip. I'm digging it too, despite what many reviewers have thought about it. The graphics are really purty though that's for sure.

[TheNemesis501]

Not everyone let's a review dictate their purchases. It doesn't make them shallow gamers, It means gamer will think for themselves when it come to the game they want to purchase.

[Picnic]

The Order 1886 doesn't merely have pretty graphics. It captures a Victorian world of imagined technology.

Look at Thief- it was unforgiving, this reboot was probably inspired by Dishonoured (despite Dishonoured itself being inspired by the original Thief of course), it appears to have struggled to sell 2 million in total according to VGChartz but, profit-wise, its studio has said they regard it as a success.
It has visual style.

So does Ryse to some extent but that game is so button mashingly arcadey that it's not quite my cup of tea although I am pleased to see that, even now, people frequently talk about it.

[alabtrosMyster]

I think these sales numbers indicate that some reviewers are too full of themselves? is that possible too?

Have a bit of introspection, giving this game scores worthy of Superman 64 (or other broken games) is not professional review worthy.

[NeoTribe]

Whoever wrote this sounds salty that it succeeded regardless of the recent backlash. Haters gonna hate.