Japan just made Xbox look Stupid: Ace Combat 8 WRECKED Gears of War E-Day and Halo Sales COMBINED!

Commercial Performance

The presenter contrasts the reported commercial success of Ace Combat 8 with the performance of Gears of War: E-Day, arguing that the games illustrate different approaches to appealing to players.

Bandai Namco said Ace Combat 8 reached one million players faster than any other entry in the series. The presenter credits the game’s promotion—including attention around an attractive woman pilot—with drawing interest. They also say the game reportedly cost about $40 million to make; this figure is described as an online estimate, not an official disclosure.

By comparison, the presenter claims Gears of War: E-Day cost around $400 million and cites a Steam peak of roughly 31,000 players, with a much lower figure at the time of recording. They characterize the game as a failure, though the video does not provide comprehensive sales data.

Gameplay and Character Options

A clip of developers explains that familiar features, such as chainsaw duels and human shields, were absent because the game was rebuilt from scratch. They say the team likes those mechanics and may revisit them.

The presenter criticizes this explanation, arguing that the developers prioritized identity options and pride flags over established gameplay features.

Broader Criticism

The presenter claims Western studios are alienating core audiences by narrowing their target demographics and adding what they regard as ideological content. They contrast this approach with games from Japan, South Korea, and China, which they say are more willing to offer what players want.

The video also mocks media coverage defending women’s presence in Gears of War. The presenter argues that the criticism is about character design, not the inclusion of women. These are the presenter’s opinions, not independently established conclusions.

Presenters and Contributors

• Presenter: YellowFlash 2 host, unnamed
• Quoted contributor: Endymion, in a tweet
• Developers in the Gears of War clip: Not identified by name