Pragmata Remains Highly Anticipated by Famitsu Readers Despite Indefinite Delay

Pragmata has managed to garner a whopping 466 votes, surpassing even the likes of heavy hitters such as Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater, Pokémon Legends: Z-A, and Metroid Prime 4: Beyond. These titles, unlike Pragmata, seem poised to hit the shelves within a year. It’s not just a fleeting moment of fame for Pragmata, though. Ever since it was unveiled back in 2020, it has consistently been a frontrunner in Famitsu reader polls. Quite often, it lands in the top three. You’d have to rewind to September 2023 to find a magazine issue where it didn’t make the cut for the 10 most awaited games.

Despite these impressive numbers, there’s a lack of concrete details to back up the hype. Over the past five years, we’ve only caught glimpses of Pragmata through cinematic trailers and short gameplay teasers. It’s a bit perplexing why Famitsu’s audience is so drawn to it. Personally, I found it captivating at first, but given its tumultuous development, it’s been mentally filed away alongside Deep Down. Remember that Capcom title that generated buzz but ultimately never saw the light of day?

So far, the bulk of our understanding of Pragmata comes from Capcom’s promotional material. It’s described as “an all-new action adventure” set in a futuristic, dystopian lunar world, promising a profound narrative. Such descriptions appear on platforms like PlayStation and Xbox.

“We regret to inform you of another delay for Pragmata’s release,” the development team announced. “Our team is diligently working to create the best possible game. We simply need more time. We’re committed to delivering a final product that justifies your patience.”

The big question remains: Will Pragmata follow in the footsteps of Deep Down and fade into obscurity, or could it defy the odds like Fumito Ueda’s The Last Guardian and eventually impress even the most skeptical fans? Perhaps Capcom is holding back for a new console generation launch. While the exact future is uncertain, one thing is apparent—Pragmata has left a significant mark on the gaming community. It would be unfortunate if Capcom didn’t capitalize on this enduring excitement.