We might get a case study in this when Cyberpunk 2077 launches (possibly early next year!). CDPR, initially hesitant to reveal to the public the gameplay slice they produced for the media at last year's E3, eventually caved and released it with a prominent disclaimer watermark across the top of the screen:
"WORK IN PROGRESS - DOES NOT REPRESENT THE FINAL LOOK OF THE GAME"
As well as having similar messages reiterated by the narrator throughout.
Previously CD Projekt Red was roasted for perceived "downgrades" in The Witcher 3, notably in lighting which CDPR had to change to accommodate the day-night cycle in the game.
That said, hype for Cyberpunk 2077 is incredibly strong right now. We'll get to see whether players really do take disclaimer messaging into account when the final product launches, no doubt with "downgrades" evident in many facets of the game.
"WORK IN PROGRESS - DOES NOT REPRESENT THE FINAL LOOK OF THE GAME"
As well as having similar messages reiterated by the narrator throughout.
Previously CD Projekt Red was roasted for perceived "downgrades" in The Witcher 3, notably in lighting which CDPR had to change to accommodate the day-night cycle in the game.
That said, hype for Cyberpunk 2077 is incredibly strong right now. We'll get to see whether players really do take disclaimer messaging into account when the final product launches, no doubt with "downgrades" evident in many facets of the game.