Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 466

So, having finished the thoroughly enjoyable Yakuza Kiwami 2, I thought I'd give the Kiryu saga a short rest and try 𝐉𝐮𝐝𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭.

I've owned this since release and tried it a couple of times only the bounce off it in the first chapter.

And....I'm still not totally feeling it. 😔

Probably don't help that I'm a bit poorly at the moment, however,there seems to be something lacking for me, compared to the main series.

Maybe it's just that I find Kiryu to be a better MC than Yagami? The mini games are certainly not as fleshed out. I prefer the organic way you pick up sub-stories in the main games to Judgement's job board.

I must say though that the substories are of a consistent high quality.

The combat, at least so far, lacks impact compared to Kiwami, feeling more..floaty?

I'll finish it, for sure, it's not a bad game at all. Just, I think, it'll be pretty far down my personal list of RGG favourites.

Anyway, enjoy your weekend and gaming everyone .

I played Dragon Quest Builders PS4. 🙂

I have reached Chapter 2, still rebuilt my shelter.

Enjoying the testing grounds in Atomic Heart & I will also be diving into Metroid Prime Remastered.

Happy gaming everyone!

Completed Dead Space remake this morning . Excellent and better than my memory of the original. . Now IF they could just remake DS2 - the javelin gun is my all time favourite weapon

Continuing with GOW Ragnarok and Plague Requiem on Sunday

Just moved house and bought myself a bunch of games to celebrate. I'll be switching between Octopath Traveler II, Hogwarts Legacy and Crisis Core on PS5, and Metroid Prime Remastered on Nintendo Switch. Happy times!

@spakai a 2 remake would be awesome! Finger crossed!

I've just started Shadowbringers in FFXIV and it has been ridiculously good right off the bat. One of the first areas you visit has this gem of of a track playing as you roam the area..

https://youtu.be/r7K_BowsTtw

F1 22. Why is the wet weather so broken to 21???

Wo Long. The games is awesome. I'd had my eye on it for a while and I am not disappointed. Also playing Metroid Prime Remastered. Pretty good weekend really.

In preparation for the hugely anticipated Return to Castlevania DLC, I’m playing Dead Cells and pretty much nothing else!

After 2 year of farts and starts I finally finished Asscreed Valhalla and now the obsessive part of my brain is whispering get the platinum. Beyond that I’m going to look in to the unfinished backlog and poke something. Also cleaning Lego that’s been sitting in a basement for 27 years.

halo master chief collection . i strongly recommend the campaigns for all the single-player purists here.

Will be going for the plat in Horizon Call of the Mountain, perhaps interspersed with some Demeo. Trying to finish some of these VR games before buying more otherwise I give myself so much choice I end up jumping between them in a less satisfying way.

@ZoSo
I had exactly the same issue with Judgment. Hang in there though as it’s a good game and Lost Judgment is so much better (for no really definable reason, combat just feels better even though it appears exactly the same).

Judgment so far I've been investigating grusome murders, Yakuza family power struggles and now some more murders. But in between I've attached a GPS tracker to some panties, dressed as a vampire, helped someone avoid some executive creeps in order to continue to persue their dream, taken down a stalker, and had an impromptu trial about some missing cake

It's a blast 😁

Got my final uni exams this week so I'll be playing very little video games unfortunately! When I've got a bit of time I might finish off Signalis, I think I'm close to the end of that, and I've had Fire Emblem Engage on my shelf for the past month or so but haven't had a chance to start it yet, so maybe I'll give that a go!

I'll chip away at the 2 games I have left on PSVR1 which most likely won't get an update (Arashi, Robinson The Journey) although I have PSVR2 as well. The reason for that is that I'm waiting for my prescription lenses for the new headset. While it works well with glasses, I'm paranoid I'll make a dumb move in a hectic moment and scratch it. The prescription lenses will simply give me that last peace of mind before I dive in hardcore.

@RogerRoger Thank you!

It's probably just me feeling off colour that's hindering my enjoyment a bit.

@thefourfoldroot1 I've heard, mainly over on the r/yakuzagames subreddit, that LJ is very highly regarded.

I was surprised that it didn't place higher in PS'S poll results yesterday, although I guess those results would be skewed by the amount of people who'd played it.

I'm sure I'll end up thoroughly enjoying Judgement. RGG hasn't let me down yet.

I do miss karaoke tho!

Thank god it’s the weekend, this week has been stressful so I’ll be playing some more Hogwarts Legacy, to chase that Platinum. Apart from that due to everyone else talking about Judgement. I might give that a go.

Im playing Atomic Heart I have 3 more testing grounds left and I started Wo Long on game pass. Finished Elden Ring on Ps5 so Im playing Like A Dragon Ishin. Im also waiting for my copy of Metroid Prime to turn up

Started Ace Combat 7 last week, and I will continue in the weekend. I'm very close of finishing Assassin's Creed Syndicate, only Jack The Ripper DLC remaining. I didn't play Dragon Quest XI S in a while, so I will put some hours there too if time allows it. Those are my planned games folks!!

More Like A Dragon Ishin this weekend. I'm nearly done with all the sub stories so I'll probably start focusing more on plot soon

My wife plays the quarry with ps+ extra and i play dying light 1..man DL1 is a very good game running at 60frames. Great fun.

I'll be bouncing from Hogwarts Legacy to Octopath Traveller to Jetwash Simulater and back again.Loving all three games!

I'll also be playing the odd go with Mario and Rabbids 2 on my Switch..gotta say considering I bought my Switch just so I could play the excellent original,the sequel is very disappointing.Don't like the voice acting,too easy and almost no story it feels more like an expansion than a true sequel.Shame.

Hopefully will be finished reading Surface Detail this weekend. Have been playing Rainbow Billy on PS5 and Eastward on Switch, but finding reading more exciting at the moment!

Same. AC Origins, Valhalla, GoT. Still feel like Horizon is the best among these games. I mean that's why it's maintained 88-89 on MC compared to the others. Will continue a bit of my ER 2nd run. I felt like rebuying Bloodborne in the sale - a game I've platinumed and played the heck out of but naah.

Beat Like a Dragon Kiwami Ishin on PS5 2 days ago and I’m almost done with Theatrhythm Final Bar Line on the Switch
After that I’ll start Hogwarts Legacy on ps5 and Metroid Prime Remastered on the switch.

Nothing on Xbox Series X this week.

I am in Bolivia destabilizating the Santa Blanca Cartel, gathering intel on El Emisario a cocaine producer and grandson of the highest ranking Bolivian in the cartel. Lol. I am playing TC Ghost Recon Wildlands it's pretty good, going through some of my back catalogue before playing some of my newer games.

@Zuljaras Amazing collection of games. Got Platinum on Elden Ring and Im waiting on Metroid in the post. Breath of The Wild one of the best games of all time, the sequel will be epic

@Mostik Im enjoying the Testing Grounds aswell well worth the upgrades.

Im playing the instant classic the amazing divinity original sin enhanced edition.and the underated wonderful days gone.watching college basketball 🏀 Michigan wolverines.and boston Celtics 💚🖤 games.watching legendary sitcoms 📺 tv comedy shows in good times.whats happening.saved by the bell and martin.word up son

@Zuljaras Just received Metroid Prime brilliant. Took me 120 hours for the Platinum on Elden Ring was epic. Thats great to get the collectors edition of Zelda looks cool

Octopath Traveler 2 on Switch and Like A Dragon Ishin on Series X.

Plague Tale Requiem and Oninaki. Have a good weekend all!

Wo Long and I am really liking it. Was one of my most anticipated games this year, and I am not dissapointed so far

Its all about the headset still:

PSVR2
Resident Evil 8
Best PSVR2 experience so far; motion controls, reloading, inventory, all of it is so fantastic once it clicks. Got caught up to where i stopped on the flatscreen, the begining of Castle D. Absolutely love it so far...

After the Fall
Had played this a bit on PCVR before, but after my Virtual Desktop settings crapped themselves for no reason, i just picked it up cheap for the new headset. Graphics wise its exactly the same, but haptics give this a little edge as the best version. Pretty fun, if simple title, basically Left 4 Dead in VR.

Gran Turismo 7
Still grinding this one at the end of every session for 30 mins to an hour. The races are such a rush...and im a sucker for watching the whole bloody replay right after too.

PC GAME PASS
Persona 5 Royal
When i cant access the headset, ive been digging into P5R. Ive played 3 and 4 in the past and wasnt too entusised about this one, however, about 15 hrs in and the plot has grabbed me, plus I really love how they improved and streamlined a lot of the fat of the former games, letting you get right to the good stuff.

This weekend I was planning on splitting my time up between Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty and Octopath Traveler II but the latter is just too damn good, and I can’t pull myself away from it. This game has been consuming my thoughts even while I’m at work because I find it that good. And I know when I comment on this forum every week, I tend to write mini reviews. This week won’t be any different because I’m in awe of this game.

It has improved so much from its counterpart. For starters, all of the characters are fascinating and well realized. Their personalities really shine through minimal dialogue, and their motivations for the reason of their journey make sense.

Speaking of the core cast - I’m 20-hours in and I have acquired all characters, completed their opening chapter, and have unlocked the ability for a secondary job. And I’m not even remotely burned out, which is a feat in and of itself.

It’s unclear if these branching storylines will connect together to tell a singular cohesive story but it’s okay if they don’t because it’s the moment-to-moment gameplay along with strong character writing that has me coming back; not the overall narrative. Would it be nice if the game magically ties everything together? Yes; but it’s not something that will make me judge the game harshly unless it completely dismantles everything it has built.

One thing I love about OT2 is that it respects your time, particularly with NPC interactions. Oftentimes, you’ll find a lot of lengthy conversations that are ultimately meaningless and tiresome (I’m looking at you, Trails series). In this case, most NPCs have a single text bubble, or two at the most, all the while getting straight to the point and still managing to provide a good sense of world building. That is a testament to how brilliant the writing is in this game. The only downfall is, similarly to the first game, is that side quests are quite vague. I wish there was more direction on how to complete some of them.

Another aspect that I find fantastic is that it’s not overwhelming. All of the systems and mechanics are gradually introduced, and yet they aren’t convoluted at all. It’s one of those situations where you’ll get as much out of the game as you’re willing to put in, and if you dive deeply in you will be greatly rewarded.

Overall—though I haven’t completed the game yet, I think it’s an essential game for all JRPG fans. The combat is sublime; the soundtrack is fantastic; the characters and their personal stories are excellently written; and the game respects your time. All in all, if the game continues to impress me further down the line, I might consider this one of the best RPGs ever made.

wrapping up hogwarts....its been a great game.

Hogwarts for me and i'm still amazed at the level of detail in this game. I have hfw waiting when i'm done with hogwarts and i nabbed steel rising too...have a good weekend everybody 👍

@LN78 Same for me this weekend. It really is good, hope 2 and 3 come along soon as well

Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of Dana on PS5 once again, and still absolutely loving it. Just started Chapter 5 and the story got even more intriguing.

I'm not sure if I will finish the game this weekend or not since I know it has 6 chapters and an epilogue, but I'm really looking forward to the stretch run.

I finally finished Hogwarts Legacy! Brilliant game I thoroughly enjoyed it. Now my attention turns to Like a Dragon ishin with some PGA 2K23 on the side of course. I am absolutely hooked on that game especially since they added Ranked matchmaking.

I finished the story yesterday in GoW Ragnorok so I've still got plenty of content to finish off before I choose what to play next. Completed the Musphelheim trials but then got my arse handed to me by Gna so I'm going to have to come back for that once I've upgraded my gear a few levels.

Probably also finally get back to the woodworking now that my finger is up to it and I've got myself some new safety equipment. Its been about 6 weeks and I can't wait.

Dying Light and Danganronpa 1 this weekend.

Octopath Traveler 2, Hogwarts Legacy and Samurai Maiden on PS5

And Metroid Prime Remastered and Fire Emblem Engage on the switch

Some GTA Online, Horizon Forbidden West and Call of the Mountain, AC Odyssey.

Can't wait to get back into Ishin once I sober up first

More of Final Fantasy VII Remake. I have enough time to at least finish chapter 10.

@Tsushima They are mate, really good addition to break up the intense combat. Not sure about you but gutted some of the trophies seem to be glitched, still might go for the platinum if the hard play through can be done on new game + and it gets patches!

@KilloWertz If you are going for true ending, it takes some time, but it's doable in the weekend. There are lots of fights yet, but carry on. The ending is beautiful.

1. Hogwarts Legacy (SteamDeck)
2. Monochrome Mobius: Rights and Wrongs Forgotten (SteamDeck)
3. F1 (SteamDeck)

Away again this weekend. PC/PS5 get a break.

Metroid Prime Remastered and Hogwarts Legacy for me. I am a “casual” Harry Potter fan at best, and I was not sure about the game in the opening hour. But it continues to grow on me, and I have to say that it is just pure joy to play, and feels very cozy every time I sit down with it. So good! I beat Metroid Prime on the Wii a long time ago, and it still holds up as a top ten game of all time for me! Have a great weekend everyone!

Horizon FW. This will probably be my main game for a while.

Metroid Prime and Wo Long (demo)!!

Sci-fi weekend for me, almost half way through Dead Space and just started Metroid Prime Remastered.

@freddquadros I'm probably just going to end up with whatever ending I end up with as I didn't read up on that to avoid spoilers, but I am trying to do as much side quests and such as I can that aren't blocked off so to speak.

I'm in hurry to finish it, so if I don't by the weekend, I'm ok. I'm trying to do as much as I can, which is more important than just finishing it.

Out of nowhere I'm now massively into Elder Scrolls Online. Though something about it makes me think of Kingdoms of Amalur rather than TES.

@Marquez that’s the best part of Destiny, what kept me coming back for years…the shooting in that game is the best available in gaming right now bar none

I think I’m close to finishing up my first and likely only run of The Quarry. It’s pretty alright, but nothing other than the monster makes any of the Supermassive games stand out to me. That said, I still want to play through that latest addition to the Dark Pictures. At the end of the day they’re nice games to play during the workweek for an hour at a time or so.

Also double dipped and bought Elden Ring for ps5. Shadow of the Erdtree hype

@Daleaf yh, once the controls click, it really feels awesome, however if its too much dont forget you have option to do different calibrations and (i believe) an easier reload method. Ive forgotten where stuff is stored a couple times, hit square and click Inventory Assign and it will remind you where everything is on your body...otherwise enjoy, im having a blast with it

@dschons im thinking of buying some lenses too for the new headset, the resolution is fine without glasses, but when moving, sometimes its less focused for my eyes. Curious how they work out...also enjoy Arashi, its a hidden gem, basically Tenchu in VR.

Catching up on the legend of heroes trails games in preparation for the launch of reverie this july

Mass effect 3 (Legendary edition) all the way! I never played before to the series and I am having a great time. This games are true enjoyment

Having finally 100%'d the entire trophy list for Nioh 2 I have started Wo Long (on Game Pass) and I am really enjoying it so far, I won't really be able to judge it properly until endgame but so far it is much simpler affair than Nioh 2, the deflect system is a nice addition but I'm not sure if losing the weapon skills trees was worth it.

I’m playing through Scars Above this weekend. It’s DEFINITELY a B-grade budget title, but it’s not without some fun. Not worth $40 tho as it’s short and, again, nothing special but maybe worth $20 or less when it hits a sale or the price comes down.

Decided to replay Another World as its been a while. Also still playing Alan Wake for the first time and the recently released Grim Guardians.

Cuphead and Wonder boy.

Jetpack Joyride (Windows Phone) - Still trying to get in daily runs.

Super Monkey Ball 2: Sakura Edition (Windows Phone) - Finally at the end now.

Hitman GO (Windows Phone) - I've been really enjoying these levels enough, that I go back and try to improve my scores.

Playing Octopath 2 but kind of burning out. The battle system is fun but it's just getting very repetitive. I'll give it some more time but if I'm not feeling it I'll find something in my ginormous backlog.

Horace goes skiing and the great sabre wulf on the zx spectrum ,also gt7 races in nations races at fuji today or this morning now its finished ,I feel quite envious of people with psvr2 as it sds amazing, I did have psvr1 and loved it,decided to hold off on getting psvr2 for a few wks just incase of any technical issues that may arise from launch.
,I do really hope that the psvr2 screen isn't as blurry as psvr1 ,that was apart from all the wires everywhere but I'm sure psvr2 will be much better ,sweet spot and all that ,but I reckon psvr2 is gonna have an Incredible future to look forward to,really looking forward to gt7 especially on psvr2

Oh and abit of f12020 as well for gd measure on ps5

Finally got the VR2 set up. Lovin the first part of Horizon cotm. Finally got my platinum AR skin in COD! Gonna try out Demeo and RE Village in VR! Happy weekend!

I've tried Destiny 2 for the first time. Not bad game, but still don't know if I'm willing to start it tomorrow...

Hope everyone is having a great weekend! I have just finished miles morales. Seeing all the Wo- long stuff has made me wanna play a souls like. Any recommendations from the ps plus games? Choice between Surge 2, mortal shell, or nioh?

Started on Metro Exodus on Friday best 6 quid I've spent in a long time.

20% through AC Black Flag, rationing the main story so I can make the game last longer, it is still as great as I remember from 2013, and I'm absolutely loving it all over again.

Series: Wo Long and Halo
Switch: Nothing
PS5: Nothing (I 100% Control the other day)

Lightfall for me

GT7 VR. But am really getting into NMS. Such a fun game.

A bit late but I’ve been ramming through Elden Ring. Gotta be close to finishing it. My rankings of the only 3 FromSoft games I’ve played: 1. Bloodborne 2. Elden Ring 3. Demon’s Souls. 1 & 2 are far and away to my #3. Enjoyed all 3 though. But I’d only replay BB & ER. Anyone have any suggestions on which Soulslike game I should tackle next? Pumped for the finish of this one!!!