beware of pre-orders

Izumi Konata

Oh my gosh! This new game looks amazing! Look at those graphics!

Izumi Konata

I've got to pre-order it right now!

Oyama Mahiro

Wait, Konata. Don't be so hasty. Look closer at that trailer.

Oyama Mahiro

I hope she listens. I don't want her to waste money like I used to...

Izumi Konata

Huh? What do you mean, Mahiro-chan? It looks perfect!

Izumi Konata

Is this some kind of secret gamer knowledge I'm missing out on?

Oyama Mahiro

See that trailer? It's all pre-rendered. And those screenshots show a lot of mechanics that won't be in the final release!

Oyama Mahiro

Trust me, I've been burned before. It's better to wait for real gameplay footage.

Izumi Konata

Aww, man! You're right. This is like that one anime where the protagonist gets trapped in a game that's nothing like the ads...

Izumi Konata

Maybe I should start a 'Games That Betrayed Us' anime club...

Oyama Mahiro

Don't worry, Konata. We can still keep an eye on it. Maybe it'll turn out great after launch!

Oyama Mahiro

Until then, want to play some retro games? Those never disappoint!