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Gamers Not Happy With Japanese Modern Warfare 2

Yes, Famitsu almost gave Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 a perfect score, but Japanese gamers do not appear happy with the Japanese version. Here's why:

Localization.

TheHater5262d ago

Did I read that correctly? I know Famitsu reviews has been going downhill, but WTF? They gave MW2 a perfect score? Sorry, but that a fricken joke.

Zones5262d ago

They gave Modern Warfare 2 a 10/10/10/9, meaning 39 out of 40. Notice the word "almost".

So no, you didn't read that correctly. :O

TheHater5262d ago

Oh, thank god. But shill, a fricken 39/40?

THE MAX SPEED 215262d ago

where did I miss the perfect score quote.

Zones5262d ago

They have recently started giving 'perfect' scores like candies, I mean just this year they have 4 games (Dragon Quest IX, Monster Hunter Tri, Bayonetta and New Super Mario Bros. Wii) rated a 'perfect' 40/40.

And FFXIII still has yet to be released this year. O_O

Btw, while you are at it, why don't you approve this submission of mine, it still has zero approval. :(

colonel1795262d ago

they might not give FF 13 a perfect score just to rise controversy.

On the other hand, if it doesn't get perfect scores because the game is not good, then we could conclude Square Enix sucks now.. Only 1 week to find out

thereapersson5262d ago

Well, they gave HAZE a really high score too, so that says something, doesn't it?

Guido5262d ago

So that tells you right there that something is up with them. Sorry, but review scores these days are bought and paid for. Not trust worthy although, the MW2 scores seem right up my alley. I like the game though and have not jumped on the Infinity Ward hate bandwagon.

SaiyanFury5262d ago

Wow, I don't think I've ever heard of a bad localisation going wrong in Japan from a western game. I hope Eastern publishers looking to publish in the west, and Western publishers looking to publish in the east take notice. On a further not, SEGA please leave the Japanese voice track intact in Yakuza 3 when you bring it here. The original game was great, but trying to emote English voices into a clearly Japanese game doesn't work. The same is true for English games being emoted in Japanese games.

raztad5261d ago

Famitsu is becoming a joke. Throwing perfect scores like candies on Halloween.

SoapShoes5261d ago

And gamer's realize that. That's why they aren't buying into the hype Famitsu is trying to create.

ThanatosDMC5261d ago

Monster Hunter Tri shouldnt have gotten somewhere below normal MH ratings since it took out so much of what MHP2G/MHU put on the table.

rockleex5260d ago

Famitsu only gave perfect scores to the MOST hardcore games.

Vagrant Story. ^_^

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chidori6665261d ago

famitsu died after the review of haze..

too japanese people is smart and not buy this generic game.

grailly5261d ago

the problem is not only present in Japan. I'm in Switzerland and I'm stuck with the stupid french voices.

Automat5261d ago

change the system settings language on the ps3 to english and you should be good...

horndog5261d ago

throw in some swords and magic into the mix and everyone is happy.

Lykon5261d ago

ornamentals just like button mashers init and fluffy animals like foxes with penis's and school girls knickers with poo and wee stains from vending machines , and little tubes that businessmen sleep in and masturbate. but they do make ps3 so respect

DigitalAnalog5261d ago

THAT'S WHY WE HATE DUBS.

DAMN, WHY DON'T THEY GET IT?

OH, F*CK ME IT'S SQUARE ENIX....

-End Statement

calis5261d ago

I hate hearing Japanese voices and having to read english subtitles.
I'd prefer voice overs for sure.

Raf1k15261d ago

If it's a Japanese game then I'd prefer subs with the original Japanese voice overs since English dubs are usually really bad especially when it comes to anime.

Basically I prefer movies, games etc to be in their original sound with subs (if I don't know the language). It just sounds right that way. Try watching something like Oldboy with dubs and it'll completely ruin the experience.

calis5261d ago

It feels like I am missing a lot because I am reading the subtitles which is why I do not like it.

DigitalAnalog5260d ago (Edited 5260d ago )

I don't really find the subtitles distracting. Even with comparing with dubbed films, I think I'm more attuned to viewing both the subtitles and watching the action on screen quite easily without issues. I hate dubs because:

- Culture reference. The dubs feel pantomimed when it doesn't fit with the character's actions. This is what probably made Metal Gear's script...so.....

- Humor. The humor is modified to fit with the english-based audiences rather than viewing them at a foreign standpoint, technically it makes it look awkward (as noted above) since their actions do not deliver their lines/dubs in sync.

- Unnecessary over-exaggerated voice delivery. Playing star ocean on dubs just makes my ears hurt, nevermind the rest of the Anime/Gaming dubs.

Hence, that's why I prefer the original voice-acting as opposed to dubs.

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PunksOnN4G262d ago

The DOG is legit Broken if ur hiding in a room or grass he turns his head even if ur behind a closed door he turns his head and barks letting them know where u at thats PAY TO WIN!!!!!

LucasRuinedChildhood262d ago

I hope all the assholes who buy these get stuck in lobbies with each other. I skipped new COD games for a long time and a short time with MW2 convinced me to go back to on a hiatus.

With the skill-based matchmaking (engagement-based would be more accurate), I imagine this will make the game even more miserable for most players when the matchmaking has decided it's time for a tough lobby.

I played the OG MW2 recently on the Series X and it's disheartening how much more fun it is. I don't even care about the balance issues anymore. lol

PunksOnN4G262d ago

My friends dont play with me anymore i am former pro player and i even streamed on MLG for RX gaming the team i played for... My KD is always high 5-6kd my friends who i went to school with are not good wht so ever so with SBMM kicking in its always putting us in TOP TIER lobbys and they cant hang now they dont even tell me when they getting on LOL

ManMarmalade261d ago

I recently started playing OG MW2 again and I'm having a blast. Feels like I'm in high school again.

fr0sty262d ago (Edited 262d ago )

Welcome to COD under MS. It's all downhill from here, they're going to be looking to make that $68B back as fast as possible, at any expense to the player.

StarkR3ality261d ago

The deal hasn't even closed yet you pleb. CoD has been doing stuff like this since the loot boxes in WWII.

Nice try though pal.

TheColbertinator260d ago

Activision has never needed Microsoft or anybody for that matter to act like greedy bastards

PunksOnN4G261d ago

why did my 2nd comment about SBMM get downvited LOL?? Do we have people who Enjoy trash SBMM tbh make sense it caters to LOW KD players and u will never get better playing with the same trahs everyday LOL

andy85262d ago

Probably gonna see more of this BS once the deal is fully done..Gotta recoup that 70B.

Jin_Sakai262d ago (Edited 262d ago )

Look at Minecraft. The game hasn’t went anywhere since Microsoft bought them. No 4K, no 120fps, no graphics pack, and no Ray Tracing. Just some new biomes, mobs, and more skins as usual.

Same could be said about Rare. Who knows what will happen to Activision once they’re under Microsoft’s roof. We can all take a good guess though.

PunksOnN4G262d ago

TBH they did update it by accident then they pulled the update down on xsx and xss i remeber the XSX version having ray tracing but the S did not. Then after people seen that it was updated it was removed that same day

peppeaccardo262d ago

No way !!! Nobody wouild think they would monetize on items that weak asses will use to get advantage during multiplayer action !!! I would never think they would do that ... I mean is a free to play game after all ! /S
Wait once M$ will put their greasy hands all over Activizion and you will see what awaits the "lucky" ones who will play this slot machine of a game. Sooooo Lame !

jznrpg262d ago

They way it works is you give them money and more money and more money.

anast261d ago

It's a true phenomenon that people haven't figured this out yet.

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