I can definitely sympathize with this viewpoint. However, I can see some value in it, particularly if these guys are doing it to learn about how to make a great game. I'm sure they also are strong fans of the originals and see this as a way to pay homage to them, perhaps. I compare it to artists learning their trade by recreating great art. Sure it's "imitation," but it's more about technique than originality.
Still, the idea should be to only use this "crutch" as long as you need to understand how it works, and then go on and create original projects. If all you do is imitate, you're not moving above the level of technique.
That's a great point - the first time or two it can be an incredibly valuable learning/teaching experience. I doubt that's the case though in this particular scenario, as these seem to be ongoing projects...
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Bill Loguidice, Managing Director
Armchair Arcade, Inc.
(A PC Magazine Top 100 Website)
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*************************** Bill Loguidice, Managing Director
Armchair Arcade, Inc.
I can definitely sympathize with this viewpoint. However, I can see some value in it, particularly if these guys are doing it to learn about how to make a great game. I'm sure they also are strong fans of the originals and see this as a way to pay homage to them, perhaps. I compare it to artists learning their trade by recreating great art. Sure it's "imitation," but it's more about technique than originality.
Still, the idea should be to only use this "crutch" as long as you need to understand how it works, and then go on and create original projects. If all you do is imitate, you're not moving above the level of technique.
That's a great point - the first time or two it can be an incredibly valuable learning/teaching experience. I doubt that's the case though in this particular scenario, as these seem to be ongoing projects...
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Bill Loguidice, Managing Director
Armchair Arcade, Inc.
(A PC Magazine Top 100 Website)
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Bill Loguidice, Managing Director
Armchair Arcade, Inc.