Software:Over G Fighters

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Short description: 2006 video game
Over G Fighters
Over G Fighters cover art
North American packaging artwork
Developer(s)Taito
Publisher(s)
Platform(s)Xbox 360
Release
  • JP: March 16, 2006[1]
  • NA: June 27, 2006
  • AU: June 29, 2006[2]
  • EU: June 30, 2006
Genre(s)Air combat simulation
Mode(s)Single-player (Offline), multiplayer (Xbox Live)

Over G Fighters, known in Japan as Over G: Energy Airforce, is a combat flight simulation video game for Xbox 360 developed by Taito and released by Ubisoft in June 2006.

The single-player mode of the game revolves around a group of multinational fighter pilots operating within the fictional Energy Airforce, set in the near future. In response to a wave of global terrorist outbreaks that threaten international security, these courageous pilots take on a leading role in launching a decisive assault against the terrorist threat. Players assume the roles of these pilots and have the opportunity to fly a range of modern fighter jets from both Western and Russian arsenals, as well as European aircraft. Each character possesses distinct attributes and specializes in various aircraft categories such as European, modern, naval, and attack planes. The game's campaign mode offers an extensive experience, immersing players in diverse theaters of war, encompassing dogfights, bombing runs, covert missions, air support, and naval strikes. Notably, Over G Fighters stands out by employing actual names for planes and weapons, and it features authentic real-world locations rather than fictional settings. The game introduces elements of realism, including scenarios involving fuel depletion and weaponry management in expert, hell, or arena modes.

Multiplayer

The multiplayer mode in Over G Fighters is accessible exclusively through Xbox Live, with no support for split-screen local multiplayer. Within the multiplayer component, the game features the following modes:

  • Versus: This mode pits two teams of four against each other, with the primary objective of downing enemy aircraft. It's also possible for players to accidentally down friendly aircraft.
  • Arena: In this mode, four teams of two compete against each other, with the task of destroying the main bases of opposing teams. While the focus is on targeting enemy main bases, players can engage in combat with both enemy and friendly aircraft.

Reception

Reception
Aggregate score
AggregatorScore
Metacritic49/100[3]
Review scores
PublicationScore
Edge4/10[4]
EGM4.33/10[5]
Eurogamer4/10[6]
Famitsu28/40[7]
Game Informer5/10[8]
GameRevolutionD[9]
GameSpot5.9/10[10]
GameTrailers6.7/10[11]
IGN6.1/10[12]
OXM (US)5/10[13]
X-PlayStarStar[14]
Detroit Free PressStar[15]
The Sydney Morning HeraldStarStar[16]

The game received "generally unfavorable reviews" according to the review aggregation website Metacritic.[3] Critics took issue with several facets of the game, resulting in the overall negative reception. In Japan, however, Famitsu gave it a score of one eight, two sevens, and one six for a total of 28 out of 40.[7]

References

  1. ↑ "オーバーG" (in ja). Famitsu (Kadokawa Game Linkage). Archived from the original on May 22, 2019. https://web.archive.org/web/20190522110238/https://www.famitsu.com/games/t/10188/. Retrieved December 15, 2024. 
  2. ↑ Jastrzab, Jeremy (June 12, 2006). "Updated Australian release list, 12/06/06". PAL Gaming Network. Archived from the original on June 13, 2006. https://web.archive.org/web/20060613234622/http://palgn.com.au/article.php?title=Updated+Australian+release+list%2C+12%2F06%2F06&id=4745&sid=8b6941472e4b8ce9849ebb557437b2d6. Retrieved December 15, 2024. 
  3. ↑ 3.0 3.1 "Over G Fighters". Fandom. Archived from the original on December 15, 2024. https://web.archive.org/web/20241215165823/https://www.metacritic.com/game/over-g-fighters/. Retrieved December 15, 2024. 
  4. ↑ Edge staff (September 2006). "Over G Fighters". Edge (Future plc) (166): 88. 
  5. ↑ EGM staff (August 2006). "Over G Fighters". Electronic Gaming Monthly (Ziff Davis) (206): 88. 
  6. ↑ Bramwell, Tom (July 19, 2006). "Over G Fighters". Gamer Network. Archived from the original on May 28, 2022. https://web.archive.org/web/20220528053349/https://www.eurogamer.net/r-overgfighters-x360. Retrieved December 15, 2024. 
  7. ↑ 7.0 7.1 Riley, Adam (March 23, 2006). "Famitsu Rates Xenosaga DS & Contact". Archived from the original on November 24, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20231124004018/https://www.cubed3.com/news/4787/1/nintendo-reviews-famitsu-rates-xenosaga-ds-and-contact.html. Retrieved December 15, 2024. 
  8. ↑ Miller, Matt (September 2006). "Over G Fighters". Game Informer (GameStop) (161): 97. https://archive.org/details/game-informer-issue-161-september-2006/page/96/mode/2up. Retrieved December 15, 2024. 
  9. ↑ Silverman, Ben (July 21, 2006). "Over G Fighters Review". CraveOnline. Archived from the original on September 9, 2015. https://web.archive.org/web/20150909180309/http://www.gamerevolution.com/review/over-g. Retrieved December 16, 2024. 
  10. ↑ Gerstmann, Jeff (July 5, 2006). "Over G Fighters Review". Fandom. Archived from the original on March 22, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20230322233953/https://www.gamespot.com/reviews/over-g-fighters-review/1900-6153553/. Retrieved December 15, 2024. 
  11. ↑ "Over G Fighters Review". Viacom. July 7, 2006. Archived from the original on February 25, 2009. https://web.archive.org/web/20090225070255/http://www.gametrailers.com/game/2451.html. Retrieved December 15, 2024. 
  12. ↑ Onyett, Charles (July 5, 2006). "Over G Fighters Review". Ziff Davis. Archived from the original on September 29, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20230929213617/https://www.ign.com/articles/2006/07/05/over-g-fighters-review. Retrieved December 15, 2024. 
  13. ↑ "Over G Fighters". Official Xbox Magazine (Future US): 79. September 2006. 
  14. ↑ Orlando, Greg (July 17, 2006). "Over G Fighters". G4 Media. Archived from the original on August 15, 2006. https://web.archive.org/web/20060815113925/http://www.g4tv.com/xplay/reviews/1219/Over_G_Fighters.html. Retrieved December 16, 2024. 
  15. ↑ "Over G Fighters". Detroit Free Press (Gannett Company). July 30, 2006. 
  16. ↑ Fish, Eliot (August 19, 2006). "Over G Fighters". The Sydney Morning Herald (Fairfax Media). Archived from the original on August 6, 2016. https://web.archive.org/web/20160806131708/https://www.smh.com.au/news/game-reviews/over-g-fighters/2006/08/16/1155408007118.html. Retrieved December 15, 2024. 

Features

Edits and submissions to the site (including screenshots, box art, developer information, game summaries, and more) go through a verification process of fact-checking by volunteer "approvers".[2] This lengthy approval process after submission can range from minutes to days or months.[3] The most commonly used sources are the video game's website, packaging, and credit screens. There is a published standard for game information and copy-editing.[4] A ranking system allows users to earn points for contributing accurate information.[5]

Registered users can rate and review games. Users can create private or public "have" and "want" lists, which can generate a list of games available for trade with other registered users. The site contains an integrated forum. Each listed game can have its own sub-forum.

History

Logo used until March 2014

MobyGames was founded on March 1, 1999, by Jim Leonard and Brian Hirt, and joined by David Berk 18 months later, the three of which had been friends since high school.[6][7] Leonard had the idea of sharing information about computer games with a larger audience. The database began with information about games for IBM PC compatibles, relying on the founders' personal collections. Eventually, the site was opened up to allow general users to contribute information.[5] In a 2003 interview, Berk emphasized MobyGames' dedication to taking video games more seriously than broader society and to preserving games for their important cultural influence.[5]

In mid-2010, MobyGames was purchased by GameFly for an undisclosed amount.[8] This was announced to the community post factum , and the site's interface was given an unpopular redesign.[7] A few major contributors left, refusing to do volunteer work for a commercial website.{{Citation needed|date=June 2025} On December 18, 2013, MobyGames was acquired by Jeremiah Freyholtz, owner of Blue Flame Labs (a San Francisco-based game and web development company) and VGBoxArt (a site for fan-made video game box art).[9] Blue Flame Labs reverted MobyGames' interface to its pre-overhaul look and feel,[10] and for the next eight years, the site was run by Freyholtz and Independent Games Festival organizer Simon Carless.[7]

On November 24, 2021, Atari SA announced a potential deal with Blue Flame Labs to purchase MobyGames for $1.5 million.[11] The purchase was completed on 8 March 2022, with Freyholtz remaining as general manager.[12][13][14] Over the next year, the financial boost given by Atari led to a rework of the site being built from scratch with a new backend codebase, as well as updates improving the mobile and desktop user interface.[1] This was accomplished by investing in full-time development of the site instead of its previously part-time development.[15]

In 2024, MobyGames began offering a paid "Pro" membership option for the site to generate additional revenue.[16] Previously, the site had generated income exclusively through banner ads and (from March 2014 onward) a small number of patrons via the Patreon website.[17]

See also

  • IGDB – game database used by Twitch for its search and discovery functions

References

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 Sheehan, Gavin (2023-02-22). "Atari Relaunches The Fully Rebuilt & Optimized MobyGames Website". https://bleedingcool.com/games/atari-relaunches-the-fully-rebuilt-optimized-mobygames-website/. 
  2. ↑ Litchfield, Ted (2021-11-26). "Zombie company Atari to devour MobyGames". https://www.pcgamer.com/zombie-company-atari-to-devour-mobygames/. 
  3. ↑ "MobyGames FAQ: Emails Answered § When will my submission be approved?". Blue Flame Labs. 30 March 2014. http://www.mobygames.com/info/faq7#g1. 
  4. ↑ "The MobyGames Standards and Practices". Blue Flame Labs. 6 January 2016. http://www.mobygames.com/info/standards. 
  5. ↑ 5.0 5.1 5.2 Miller, Stanley A. (2003-04-22). "People's choice awards honor favorite Web sites". Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. 
  6. ↑ "20 Years of MobyGames" (in en). 2019-02-28. https://trixter.oldskool.org/2019/02/28/20-years-of-mobygames/. 
  7. ↑ 7.0 7.1 7.2 Plunkett, Luke (2022-03-10). "Atari Buys MobyGames For $1.5 Million". https://kotaku.com/mobygames-retro-credits-database-imdb-atari-freyholtz-b-1848638521. 
  8. ↑ "Report: MobyGames Acquired By GameFly Media". Gamasutra. 2011-02-07. https://www.gamedeveloper.com/game-platforms/report-mobygames-acquired-by-gamefly-media. 
  9. ↑ Corriea, Alexa Ray (December 31, 2013). "MobyGames purchased from GameFly, improvements planned". http://www.polygon.com/2013/12/31/5261414/mobygames-purchased-from-gamefly-improvements-planned. 
  10. ↑ Wawro, Alex (31 December 2013). "Game dev database MobyGames getting some TLC under new owner". Gamasutra. https://www.gamedeveloper.com/business/game-dev-database-mobygames-getting-some-tlc-under-new-owner. 
  11. ↑ "Atari invests in Anstream, may buy MobyGames". November 24, 2021. https://www.gamesindustry.biz/articles/2021-11-24-atari-invests-in-anstream-may-buy-mobygames. 
  12. ↑ Rousseau, Jeffrey (2022-03-09). "Atari purchases Moby Games". https://www.gamesindustry.biz/atari-purchases-moby-games. 
  13. ↑ "Atari Completes MobyGames Acquisition, Details Plans for the Site's Continued Support". March 8, 2022. https://www.atari.com/atari-completes-mobygames-acquisition-details-plans-for-the-sites-continued-support/. 
  14. ↑ "Atari has acquired game database MobyGames for $1.5 million" (in en-GB). 2022-03-09. https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/atari-has-acquired-game-database-mobygames-for-1-5-million/. 
  15. ↑ Stanton, Rich (2022-03-10). "Atari buys videogame database MobyGames for $1.5 million". https://www.pcgamer.com/atari-buys-videogame-database-mobygames-for-dollar15-million/. 
  16. ↑ Harris, John (2024-03-09). "MobyGames Offering “Pro” Membership". https://setsideb.com/mobygames-offering-pro-membership/. 
  17. ↑ "MobyGames on Patreon". http://www.patreon.com/mobygames. 
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