Over the years, the industry video games has given us incredible technological advances, innovative experiences and memorable titles that have captivated millions of players around the world. However, not all ventures in this magical universe have been successful.
From time to time, we come across fiascos that have become legendary, marking the history of electronic games. These ambitious projects, which ended up sinking, are a reminder that even industry giants can fail, teaching valuable lessons about the market, expectations and industry volatility.
These games were real flops in the gaming industry
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‘Apple Pippin’
Launched in 1996 by Apple, the “Pippin” was a multimedia console that sought to combine the functions of computer and video games. However, the system failed to conquer the market and ended up being considered a commercial failure.
Several factors contributed to the game’s failure. The console’s high price compared to its competitors, the lack of exclusive games, and limited availability in stores were some of the main problems.
In addition, fierce competition from PlayStation from Sony and the Nintendo 64 also negatively affected the performance of “Pippin”.
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‘Grim Fandango’
“Grim Fandango” has been criticized for several reasons, including serious technical issues, graphics outdated, confusing gameplay and a fragmented narrative.
Furthermore, many of the promises made by the developer were not fulfilled, leading to a feeling of deception and frustration among players.
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‘Google Stadia’
One of the main problems of the “Google Stadia” was the lack of content and exclusivity. The service failed to secure standout titles and exclusive games that would attract players.
Furthermore, several promised features were not fully implemented or did not work as expected.
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‘Pokémon Scarlet and Violet’
“Pokémon Scarlet and Violet” was criticized for a variety of reasons. The graphics were low quality, the dialogue was poorly written, and the gameplay was full of bugs and technical failures.
Furthermore, the game did not have the same depth and complexity as the official games in the franchise.”Pokémon“, which left players dissatisfied and feeling like they had been cheated.
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