The Tuesday letters page sees readers weigh in on The Witcher 3's upcoming DLC, Hideo Kojima's career patterns, and the ongoing PlayStation 5 digital-only boycott. One reader also attempts to avoid spoilers for GTA 6 and the Ocarina of Time remake.
The Witcher 3 DLC and a New Trilogy
Reader Zeiss expresses excitement about the prospect of new The Witcher 3 DLC, which will lead directly into The Witcher 4, the start of a new trilogy. They note that CD Projekt Red is also working on a Cyberpunk 2077 sequel, a multiplayer spin-off, and a remake of the first game, though development on some of those seems troubled.
Zeiss says they are most looking forward to the DLC, finding the idea of new content for a ten-year-old game as a transition into a sequel neat. They add that if the quality matches the previous expansions, it could be game of the year material for them.
Kojima's Repeated Themes
Reader Josh comments on Hideo Kojima's reluctance to retire, noting his enthusiasm but questioning his tendency to remake similar games. Josh observes that Kojima's next two projects are not-Metal Gear and not-Silent Hill, and that he followed the original Death Stranding with a sequel. Josh suggests this lack of variety is a shame, even if Kojima seems happy.
Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol. 2
Reader Michael Veal anticipates the Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2, seeing it as a chance for those who never owned a PlayStation 3 to play Metal Gear Solid 4. They mention not having played Peace Walker and might buy the collection. They note that the original Metal Gear Solid on PlayStation remains their favourite, despite the series' later convoluted plots and cut scenes, and suggest it deserves a graphical overhaul.
PS5 Boycott and Sony's Stance
Several readers discuss the weeklong PS5 blackout. David says they are taking part even though they don't think it will work, arguing that only poor PlayStation 6 sales will change Sony's mind. They criticise Sony for forcing digital-only and warn that customers may switch to PC or Xbox.
CaptKrysis compares the boycott to not driving a car they've already bought, saying the only effective message is not buying games or the next console. Tacer received Sony's email about the boycott and believes Sony either made a mistake or is mocking fans. They argue that while digital-only is inevitable, Sony's handling has been poor, and they fear worse treatment in the future.
GTA 6 Leaks and Hot Coffee References
Reader C-tone comments on the latest GTA 6 leak, a 'nudist town' clip, speculating that Rockstar must be concerned. They note that GTA has had nudity since GTA 4 and wonder if a sex minigame will return as a nod to the Hot Coffee mod from San Andreas, though they doubt Rockstar would risk the backlash.
Going in Blind for GTA 6 and Ocarina of Time
Reader Solempledge announces they will go into GTA 6 and the Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake as blind as possible, avoiding news and previews. They hope this improves the experience, as it has for films, and ask if other readers do the same. They mention that the marketing cycle often ruins big revelations, citing the hat possession mechanic in Super Mario Odyssey as an example.
