immessedup17 wrote:
Maps don't even enhance gameplay though. It's the same game, just on a different platform. It is much cheaper for them to make, as opposed to new modes, weapons, etc... With new maps, for me....it is new strategies for the various game modes...new spots to choke point...new areas to check for campers...
I mean, right now we see each other's points, we just disagree on the significance. I'd rather give Activision $15 more for DLC on COD4 or MW2 (because Treyarch blows) than buy some B or C level game. I could continue playing MW2 without the new maps, but it is less enjoyable and much more repetitive.
edit: However, you and I will always be able to agree that Oblivion is boring as shit.
Yes, Oblivion is bad and so is Treyarch.
A quality game is a quality game, period. You and I agree on that. And yes, it would be hard for me to not sound like a hypocrite and complain about buying DLC for popular games since I have done it repeatedly.
I guess the significance of the DLC is completely contingent upon how many people actually purchase it. Personally, I would prefer if GameInformer (for example) had the ability to review the DLC before release as I honestly base my game purchases on the opinions of "experts". Games just cost too much NOT to base your purchases around reviews, IMO.