kotaku.com— Earlier today we posted a rumor story on the site about a possible announcement of a new technology coming to Sony's Playstation 3...
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It's not that what Sony asked that pisses me off, it's how they did it.The smart thing would be to just ask them not to post it WITHOUT threatening them.The SMARTER thing to do is to just do what MS and Nintendo do best. "We do not respond to rumors."
@MacThey are not shocked. They acknowledged that they understood the consequences and published it anyways making it very clear that it was rumor and had no official validity. I truly believed that Sony is totally losing out on this deal. They have just lost official coverage on a major gaming blog and other blogs may realize how poorly Sony treats the media.
@RAT-Man(Also known as Mr. Fanboy): Kotaku is not a fan site, or a Sony sponsored medium. They are a news site (or blog), that works according to journalistic standards. When there's a rumor, they post it as that. There were numerous rumors published, regarding all major companies, and as long as they make sure that the readers are told that it's a rumor, it's within their right.Companies often have NDAs (non disclosure agreements) with such entities, the idea being that they tell journalists what's happening, showing them demos, etc. and in return, the journalists don't break the news before the agreed date. In this case, Kotaku simply got hold of a rumor, and ran it. I am certain that, had Sony offered them info in exchange for an NDA, Kotaku would have agreed.You do not threaten the press. It's just not done. You say "no comment", or try to offer an exclusive if you want to keep the lid on a story, but you don't threaten the press!I used to like Sony systems, and Sony in general. but over the last couple of years they've become an entity that I can't stand. from root kits, threatening (and then black balling) the press, thinking that the public is stupid (according to Sony, the PS3 "shortage" will ease up in a couple of months - I haven't heard of to many people that have trouble finding one). This thing really pisses me off. People need to realize that a company is supposed to do things for us, and not the other wayf**k Sony, they need to realize that this is the 21st century, and that people don't like them anymore. Until they start trying to please consumers, just don't support them. And perhaps email them and let them know that you will not buy their products as long as they continue to belittle us as a group
Kotaku always honors their non-disclosure agreements from what I've seen. Take for example when they previewed the full copy of God of War II. They told us they had it, but can't comment on the game for two more days. There are plenty of other examples to this effect. Sony is just being silly. As far as fanboyism, it just appears that way when nothing great comes from the company for a while. Look at Nintendo for the last ten years, it appeared everyone hated them, but it was just a lack of the greatness they once had.
Just when you think Sony couldn't possibly shoot themselves in the foot anymore. Why? Because they've already lost all the toes on each foot, and each foot is already a bloody stump. Sony, in their infinite wisdom, decides that above the ankles they still have knees and gonads to spare.This just goes to prove my feelings and the feelings of many fellow gamers. Sony is a sinking wreck. They will do anything - lie, cheat, steal - to positively spin doctor everything while dumping on their competitors and their customers.Note to Sony PR People - you guys are teh suck. You should all go back to Business 101 and Marketing 101.Note to Sony Executives - you guys are teh suck. You should all go back to Business 101 and Ethics 101.If the day comes that SCEA actually tells the truth, behaves in an ethical manner and actually shows they care about their customers, then I know I'm having a bad dream and someone should just slap me and wake me up. Way to go Sony!! You're nothing if not consistent.
peacebyanymeansMar 2, 2007
It's not that what Sony asked that pisses me off, it's how they did it.The smart thing would be to just ask them not to post it WITHOUT threatening them.The SMARTER thing to do is to just do what MS and Nintendo do best. "We do not respond to rumors."
waterispoisonMar 2, 2007
@MacThey are not shocked. They acknowledged that they understood the consequences and published it anyways making it very clear that it was rumor and had no official validity. I truly believed that Sony is totally losing out on this deal. They have just lost official coverage on a major gaming blog and other blogs may realize how poorly Sony treats the media.
idaneMar 2, 2007
@RAT-Man(Also known as Mr. Fanboy): Kotaku is not a fan site, or a Sony sponsored medium. They are a news site (or blog), that works according to journalistic standards. When there's a rumor, they post it as that. There were numerous rumors published, regarding all major companies, and as long as they make sure that the readers are told that it's a rumor, it's within their right.Companies often have NDAs (non disclosure agreements) with such entities, the idea being that they tell journalists what's happening, showing them demos, etc. and in return, the journalists don't break the news before the agreed date. In this case, Kotaku simply got hold of a rumor, and ran it. I am certain that, had Sony offered them info in exchange for an NDA, Kotaku would have agreed.You do not threaten the press. It's just not done. You say "no comment", or try to offer an exclusive if you want to keep the lid on a story, but you don't threaten the press!I used to like Sony systems, and Sony in general. but over the last couple of years they've become an entity that I can't stand. from root kits, threatening (and then black balling) the press, thinking that the public is stupid (according to Sony, the PS3 "shortage" will ease up in a couple of months - I haven't heard of to many people that have trouble finding one). This thing really pisses me off. People need to realize that a company is supposed to do things for us, and not the other wayf**k Sony, they need to realize that this is the 21st century, and that people don't like them anymore. Until they start trying to please consumers, just don't support them. And perhaps email them and let them know that you will not buy their products as long as they continue to belittle us as a group
Closed AccountMar 2, 2007
Sony just keep losing points with the gamers this generation. Soon they're have digged a big enough hole to lie in... and die.
imasuperheroMar 2, 2007
Kotaku always honors their non-disclosure agreements from what I've seen. Take for example when they previewed the full copy of God of War II. They told us they had it, but can't comment on the game for two more days. There are plenty of other examples to this effect. Sony is just being silly. As far as fanboyism, it just appears that way when nothing great comes from the company for a while. Look at Nintendo for the last ten years, it appeared everyone hated them, but it was just a lack of the greatness they once had.
avalondrewMar 2, 2007
Yeah, WTF is with that? This should be way up in the top 10, but it's not.
highbridnationMar 2, 2007
Sony is in it deep now. this is gonna to turn out bad
mikelimtwMar 2, 2007
Just when you think Sony couldn't possibly shoot themselves in the foot anymore. Why? Because they've already lost all the toes on each foot, and each foot is already a bloody stump. Sony, in their infinite wisdom, decides that above the ankles they still have knees and gonads to spare.This just goes to prove my feelings and the feelings of many fellow gamers. Sony is a sinking wreck. They will do anything - lie, cheat, steal - to positively spin doctor everything while dumping on their competitors and their customers.Note to Sony PR People - you guys are teh suck. You should all go back to Business 101 and Marketing 101.Note to Sony Executives - you guys are teh suck. You should all go back to Business 101 and Ethics 101.If the day comes that SCEA actually tells the truth, behaves in an ethical manner and actually shows they care about their customers, then I know I'm having a bad dream and someone should just slap me and wake me up. Way to go Sony!! You're nothing if not consistent.
Closed AccountMar 3, 2007
www.evilavatar.com is a decent site as well and occasionally picks up some interesting news that slips through the cracks.
brunyApr 3, 2008
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