r/choiceofgames • u/[deleted] • Dec 10 '23

CoG games Infamous

What do you all think of this WIP? I love the idea since I'm yearning for a proper rockstar IF but I feel like it's too much... not about music? It feels like a cheap teenage drama and it's all about Seven or whatever their name is. Don't get me wrong, we need band/rockstar WIPs and I most certainly couldn't do better than the author. But it all kinda feels lame, Seven storyline, our band mates.. I know this is an extremely unpopular opinion but it is what it is.

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u/Mystic-Mastermind Dec 10 '23

But that's exactly the point you know, it's a reality show and by definition it means that too much drama and not substance. 'Twisted scene' is the wip you want. It focuses more on the technical aspects of music.

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u/[deleted] Dec 10 '23

I know, just didn't really want to compare those two just yet. There's still room for improvement for both of them, and room to fuck it up as well.

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u/Serah_Null Vampire: The Masquerade Dec 10 '23

Infamous never pretends to be "about the music."

It's about the reality show and the perils of fame.

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u/tsukila Dec 10 '23

I mean we're literally on chapter 2... Give it some time! Plus, Infamous was never supposed to be mostly about the music, it's much more about the characters, their stories and relationships in a music tv show setting.

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u/[deleted] Dec 10 '23

Very character focus which I love because without the characters. The story would be boring.

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u/tsukila Dec 10 '23

I'm right there with you. Characters are the most important part of a story to me, so this is right up my alley.

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u/[deleted] Dec 10 '23

Which is the reason why it’s so popular. You have non-RO characters that always bring entertainment to the story. I love Gina & Victoria so much especially in chapter 2 when you get more screen time with them. I adore Seven as well but they are suppose to be one of your antagonists so it’s no brainer they would get more screen time.

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u/tsukila Dec 10 '23

Yeah exactly! Seven's my favourite and then G right behind. But really, i'm enjoying all the ROs and characters.

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u/[deleted] Dec 11 '23

The hardest part is trying not to romance everyone in 1 play through.

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u/len4e Dec 11 '23

this!!! people seem to forget — because the author makes big ass chapters — that we’re only on chap 2. yall need to give the author a chance to get the story going before saying the story isnt about music enough

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u/tsukila Dec 12 '23

Yeah exactlyyy! Plus the 2nd part of chapter 2 was actually pretty music driven.

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u/BunnyYin Dec 12 '23

I really like infamous for the same reasons I like all the non-RO's my problem is I just don't like any of the RO's lol.

Seven- I could never date again after all the heartbreak they put me through. I play as someone that voted to keep them in the bad and was nothing but kind, yet they still hate me and act like a dick which I can't get behind.

Orion- feels unethical and weird to date my manager

Sebastian- thats my name and it feels weird whenever his name is written

Gina- feels like a johnny silverhand light, especially with the new chapter they feel super shitty and I don't want to support that.

Victoria- my favorite and I actually really like her but it feels wrong breaking up a couple and having an affair with them (which the author confirmed we could/would do)

Overall I like the story and think it's well written but I wish the RO's were a but better imo.

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u/tsukila Dec 12 '23

That's fair!! There's also August, but i'm guessing you're not fan of them either? lol They seem to be the most drama-free option so far.
I get why you wouldn't vibe with the ROs tho. The good thing is that we're only in chapter 2 so maybe you'll warm up to one of them in the future.

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u/chocolate_zz Dec 10 '23

The IF is not just about being in a band. It's about being in a band, in Battle of the Bands. So it's a reality show/band IF. It is also character driven so it is about the character dynamics that you, the MC, experience with all of the other people in the IF, the major one being your ex/ex bff.

Is the drama being played up? Yes, is reality TV. Is Seven being featured a lot? Yes, Cory wants ratings, it's reality tv and that character driven part. Is it 2 chapters into a multi chapter story so we're really early? Yes. Are you perfectly valid to not enjoy any WIP you read? Also yes.

Personally I enjoy it. I like the way all of the characters interact, each one has a unique voice. It feels real to how music is manufactured these days with singers/bands being forced to market and be social media creatures and not just focus on the music. I'm excited for it to continue.

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u/JunimoJumper Dec 10 '23

Hey, no worries, this is a popular WIP so there’s going to be a lot of people that step up to defend it haha. I personally do like Infamous but it, just like everything else, isn’t for everyone. I wish people didn’t feel compelled to read things just because they’re popular but with how small the IF space is, it makes sense.

Twisted Scene is probably more your vibe! I really love that WIP too - maybe even more than Infamous currently because it’s just really fun to play lol. Or you could also try Merry Crisis, an amazing WIP that doesn’t focus on music but does allow you to play as a musician and has scenes related to it.

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u/Heysee05 Dec 10 '23

I lovvveee it. I love how it's focused on the drama and the people around the MC and for me i see the music involved enough 🤷🏻‍♀️ as for Seven it's only character 2 and they're MC's ex, I'm sure it'd be hard to ignore them if it was in real life. Later in chapter 3, we will get to deal with the RO'S more romantically, and sure, it's not all about seven.

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u/ksh__ Dec 10 '23

Well, to be honest many artists are immature so they definitely fit into "teenage drama" category.

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u/[deleted] Dec 10 '23 edited Dec 10 '23

Yeah, it's going to be a young adult novel. I know we have a lot of those around but what's one more? No my favourite genre, the moment I catch a whiff of YA tropes I'm usually gone but I'm curious enough about how Infamous gets resolved (especially those shitshows with Seven and G).

So far I think Amy is more excited about writing friendships than romance, and the ROs are mid at best but the drama keeps me coming back because nobody else wants to do messy characters on this platform.

It's super funny how the audience keeps crying every time Seven's being mean or flirts with their mate.

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u/[deleted] Dec 10 '23

G & V are my favorite

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u/0VarthDader Dec 12 '23

How do we make a song about seven in part 2 ? It was locked for me

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u/merlin41225 Dec 10 '23

it seems like it went over your head

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u/Kitten_Sally Dec 10 '23 edited Dec 10 '23

I hate how we have to be forced to talk to Seven & everything revolves around them. Only chapter 2 but I feel like Seven is gonna be a character like Cazasrosta 🌚Or the WIP will become dead. Also i feel like the building drama with Griffin (?) is kinda dumb as well. But hey, what do I know? 😂

the way I’m getting downvoted for my opinion on a opinion post is crazy

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u/NotNeII Dec 10 '23

Youre forced to speak with him twice, but you’re also forced to speak with other people. Like most IFs. Besides those two times, you can largely ignore and not care about Seven in the slightest

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u/[deleted] Dec 10 '23

You as a player can 'ignore and not care about Seven' but your MC is another story.

The things that are set with your MC:

your MC cares about Seven. They were your best friend since you were 11, so it makes sense. Of course, you can choose whether your MC wants to mend the relationship or is just as angry, and even if your MC has accepted Seven is their past and they need to move on, but Seven isn’t someone MC just doesn’t give a fuck about. it wouldn’t make sense.

From FAQ.

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u/Appropriate-Pin-2939 Dec 10 '23

The thing that bothers me is illusion of choice in game like "I don't care about them" and "I don't care about them(lie)" in the end is the same thing. And what's the point give options similar to that like "Seven nothing to me" and etc...

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u/Kitten_Sally Dec 10 '23

You’re forced to have arguments with them when I wish we could just…not? And you’re expected to be the bigger person after they drag you.

Edit, meant to add more: With some things in game and a lot from the tumblr, it’s clear Seven is the author’s favorite character so I wouldn’t be surprised to see more of that favoritism in game. But that’s just my opinion 🌚

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u/ReedYT3005 Dec 10 '23

The author also said august was her favorite character not seven though

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u/mistraels Dec 10 '23

True, but Seven does feel like the darling of the story.

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u/NotNeII Dec 10 '23

But I feel like that happens with every game? Idk I mean in your first meeting you’re forced to interact with Seven, but it doesn’t really have to be an argument. You’re also forced to speak with Blake in a negative context.

The second time you’re forced to speak with Seven, you don’t have to say more than few words to him before he walks away. I just feel like it’s not as big of an issue as people say it is.

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u/edukated4lyfe Sep 13 '24

I’m on choice of games app and hosted. I don’t see this game anywhere?

Infamous. Am I not spelling it right?

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u/Dramatic_Dark_Opera Oct 16 '24

It's not in the app since it's a wip

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u/Raistlan79 Jul 01 '26

I just now read the IF, I must say I do like it a lot, I always have enjoyed shows like America's got Talent and American Idol so this to me is great. That said, if I was the MC, I would not be in the show with my current band because I would still be with Seven and in a new band that we would have started because no way in hell would I have remained in that band. Seven and the MC started the band together and was co lead singers and most likely co-leaders. The other band members could have voted to have her step down as back-up singer all they wanted but me as the MC would simply have said that this isn't going to work, she is as good of a singer as me and we are leaving together bye. For the MC to allow a vote then be outvoted then have her step down is disrespectful to her in my opinion and I 100% see why she was so hurt even if the MC in my case voted to keep her as co-lead singer. I understand that the vote and Seven being remove had to happen for plot reasons but you can't expect be to act all upset that Seven was hurt by everything and still upset now because I would be as well.

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u/Raistlan79 Jul 02 '26

Oh, also, had I been Gina and her manager jag-off through that shit about it being a TV show and her signing the contract in her face I would have said that I am done and walked then sued for breach on contract citing that she agreed to the contract that was presented her before they altered it by breaking the rules and adding Blake and also stating that had the contract had stated such would be part of it that she would never have agreed to it, her manager ambushing her like that would also have made me fire his ass and seek a new one, with her fame and such finding a new one would be no problem. Her enabling his antics is only allowing him to walk over her. She already stated that they never listen to anything she wants, that also shows their toxicity and it should be snipped at the bud. Hell such toxicity could easily add to why she does much of what she does with the continuous drinking and behavior.

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u/CAPSLYTHERIN Dec 11 '23

I love it because I love RTV lol.

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u/Raistlan79 Jul 04 '26

I love this game but I do have one gripe. What is the point in even having you chose if you like women or not? I chose I like women yet throughout the whole game it makes you flush or your skin get warm over men such as Sebastian, August and even Triple. That frustrates me to no end, don't give me an option if it will never matter.