I'd like to share this note from 2dragons, from February 2001 - almost exactly 13 years ago:
So, 13 years later ...what's up? I think he was correct in saying that "Subspace will never die.".. I have always shared this sentiment, and 13 years later can attest that Subspace is not dead and is likely never going to 'die'.
I believe we certainly have become the 'obscure game' 2dragons predicted..
Note about the author: 2dragons was/is a highly respected retired "Head of Trench Wars Development". I know many developers that will agree, 2dragons was an amazing leader, although his predecessors and successors were notoriously not-so-amazing - to say the least..
When will Subspace End? |
2dragons | Tuesday, February 20, 2001 How long will Subspace last? This is a simple question with a hard answer. If time is taken to recognize what Subspace is it can be seen that it is a uniquely awesome game. Subspace, designed for ease of use, limited requirements, and great replay value is one of a kind. Yet, is this superb game behind in time? Subspace is a two-dimensional game, it lacks a sequel (which it doesn’t need), and was ditched and forgotten by its creators. Personally, I’d like to see Subspace never end, hopefully that will be the case. With the current players and their support it should last forever. When however will the game of Subspace be out of style? Will it fade out when everyone has virtual reality in their home? My bet is that Subspace never dies… I figure though that the Subspace community will not grow proportionally to the human population and will slowly fade into an obscure game. |
I believe we certainly have become the 'obscure game' 2dragons predicted..
Note about the author: 2dragons was/is a highly respected retired "Head of Trench Wars Development". I know many developers that will agree, 2dragons was an amazing leader, although his predecessors and successors were notoriously not-so-amazing - to say the least..
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