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'PONG' to get an RPG game this spring

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As far-fetched as it sounds, the iconic game PONG is getting an RPG sequel of sorts titled PONG Quest. Atari made the news public today, calling it a "humorous new RPG reimagining of the flagship arcade classic PONG".

PONG Quest will have you explore dungeons loosely based on other classic Atari titles, and battle other paddles with special balls in classically-inspired PONG matches! The title features a single-player adventure, multiplayer battle modes, and the following highlights:
  • Paddle Customization: Design and personalize your own Paddle avatar with fun clothing, accessories, and more.
  • Powerups Galore: Over 50 specialized PONG balls, each with their own unique attributes, grant players the ability to make their bounce-backs fiercer than ever.
  • PONG for All: Engage in multiplayer mayhem with up to three other players, each with the ability to use specialized PONG balls, creating unpredictable twists.

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In PONG Quest, you’ll explore a fantasy world as you encounter a variety of paddle opponents in energetic, RPG-esque battles! Special unlockable PONG balls add new depths and strategy to the classic gameplay putting a fresh and modern spin on the original.
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Developed by Chequered Ink, PONG Quest is slated to launch on Steam, Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, and PlayStation 4 for $14.99 USD this spring.

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so really, what's so special against the psx pong? i really except the dress-up for your table tennis bat... really nothing that makes me excited. lloks to be aprils fool, and a bad joke at best.
 
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Kadji said:
Ehm...ok I guess?

I am not sure that PONG Quest is real. Looks more like an early april fool joke.

Which reminds me to not trust any news for the time beeing....
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There's an honest to goodness press kit, with trailer assets, artwork, and a review code request. They also have a Steam page live.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1177030/PONG_Quest/

So I don't think this is an April Fools gag.
 
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I mean, it looks pretty decent.

PONG'S 50th is only 2 years away so I guess it makes sense to make 'a sequel of sorts', although they could've waited 2 more years.
 
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I am of course obliged to news post so song


Still this is even more odd than that tetris film
https://gbatemp.net/threads/movie-based-on-tetris.372186/

That said what you imagine they will use the ball hitting sound as in this game? Attack might be a bit obvious, jump marker on the level is a bit eh and it is too short for a victory theme.
 
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James_ said:
I mean, it looks pretty decent.

PONG'S 50th is only 2 years away so I guess it makes sense to make 'a sequel of sorts', although they could've waited 2 more years.
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in any industry you dont wait as thts the biggest mistake you can make as someone else can come up with yr ideas
 
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in any industry you dont wait as thts the biggest mistake you can make as someone else can come up with yr ideas
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'Someone else can come up with your ideas'
Who the fuck would come up with a RPG game about a 48 year old game?
 
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James_ said:
'Someone else can come up with your ideas'
Who the fuck would come up with a RPG game about a 48 year old game?
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And that is why you are not king swinging dick businessman with all the good ideas that will make millions.

I mean you will want to create original ideas, in original franchises that tell an interesting story and have some mechanics that challenge people along the way. Maybe try thinking outside the box next time.
 

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