I am still surprised it's mechanic parents and not design parents. From the obvious by looking and the comparisons that were made, it really seemed like copyright infringement in some way on that.
I never had any interest in this game and it seems edgy for the sake of it. Nothing looked fun to me about it and it seems like the "cool" thing to do is for people to defend it. I do see a clear Pokeball copy to be a copy and they are notorious for legal action so "nobody thinks they can get away with it". But, they do care about their image and someone couple get it thinking it is a Pokemon game and that could hurt their image to those people.
I had a lot of fun with this game, but was jumping to other things at the time, so I got to a point I thought was a good stopping point, and let it be for now. I've wanted to go back, but now it's off Extra. I'd like to buy it to show support anyway when I get time to jump back in. Beautiful gameplay, art, and music!
@thefourfoldroot1 I think the gameplay was fun and so were the characters, although mostly kinda blandly designed. They didn't seem to pivot to try to hype up the game or improve from beta criticism. It got so much unneeded hate and it was really sad the way people acted.
It was mostly scratching the itch I hadn't gotten from other similar games after leaving OW2, which my wife and I played a ton of OW1. But, no budge on offline modes, no new skins to get excited for, and the maps felt a bit too big on some of them. Most skins were color swaps, the cosmetics were also bland, and the cool animations were put online instead of doing more of those in-game. I wish it got a better shot, but they seemed resistant to changing things, unfortunately.
Great review! It is fair and brings up valid points. I like the pay for the game model. People just don't want devs to get paid it seems like. But then act offended when a studio is closed. I don't get that. This is a model where you can guarantee getting all of the content and future updates, but can later get extras for a few bucks if you want.
Overblown issues were about not getting the full game and about micro transactions. this is a good attempt at doing it different. My wife and I both loved the beta, but with too much going on right now and other games around the time, we plan to get it later. I wish they'd show a big cool reason to want to get seasonal or unlockable content. I wish they got more creative than some of what I've seen. I wish there was a single player mode of some kind. But, the mechanics are fun, gameplay is smooth, and I like the model. People just need to hate things and go out of their way with it. Plenty of games to not like, so just ignore what you don't like. It's so childish.
@Victor_Meldrew I actually did state a fact. With an example. Seems like you're in your feelings with dumb little comments and, again, hate. No one cares about your hate. You're really original.
@Victor_Meldrew hate is saying something is dead because it's popular to hate something. Especially not even trying it. And it was my opinion, so go ahead and chill.
It also got needless hate that spread across the internet, so people were less likely to give it a chance. I didn't even get an invite to Marvel Rivals to try it, but I enjoyed playing Concord with my wife very much. It also has a lot different going for it once you actually play it and feels unique. I bet marketing is a part too since Concord's focus felt PS5 and Rivals was announced for PC before consoles.
Excited about this! But I have plenty to play. I will look for it on maybe a holiday sale because I will need it. And I love the new additions and seeming care they put in!
Astro Bot is my favorite character and I got super excited seeing how beautiful this game is and the way they're doing it. But I also really liked Concord and Marvel Rivals and I'm glad to see some others like them too, aside from all the needless hate for Concord.
I really love God of War, but I wanted some more story in there because I'm not wanting a challenge mode right now, but still cool and it's free! And I wish the FF7 had something more to it, but it did have some good visuals.
Although I think it's kinda a silly name, I liked the trailer for The Casting of Frank Stone a lot.
This from the guy thinking he was going to buy up Nintendo? No, Im sure he fully wanted it on those platforms, but different people at the company hit reality at different times and realize it won't happen.
I use remote play when my son is falling asleep at night and it's perfect for that. But, I got the PS Edition Backbone and I love that. They announced this like shortly after that came to Android and seemed like they were undercutting their partner for this. It has the Dualsense features and larger screen, but looks awkward and it's all too much for a quiet, calm shorter gaming session at night before I turn it to the TV.
Really glad to see Parappa get acknowledged at all, but I have both of the games. Add Um Jammer Lammy and you'll have my direct attention! Add the odd stuff they own they're not sure will sell if they remaster it. That's what they should be doing with this service more.
I really loved Miles in the game. After liking him previously in the past 2 games, I really loved him in this. I do wish we got more from Peter's story. It's great they started it with him some years into being Spider-Man, but we didn't get to see enough. Then he was absent, then he was unsure of himself and in peril. I've liked the stories and character arcs, but wish we got more from him. I hope we get a Miles 2 of him sort of cementing himself being capable as a solo Spider-Man, and then a 3 game where Peter comes back after the Goblin emerges. And then we get Carnage and Goblin and, in the end, Red Goblin. I'd love that!
Amazing game and very moving though! I love the series and the love out in! Can't wait for DLC (possibly Chameleon)!
@somnambulance Astro is one of my favorite games of all time. I still feel intimidated by Returnal and I tried Dark Souls and it's not my thing. But I know the consensus has them as being loved by many, just not my type.
Ragnarok is another of my favorites ever though! It's hard to place, but 2018 might be higher for feeling a little tighter and building off of, but the ties to things and world building and story just bring Ragnarok to being a close race to me!
The Smash Bros negative is why PS All-Stars did something so different and then everyone said they should have just copied them. I'm glad it's like that. And I'm glad it looks like fun! The first one had a lot of charm and was fun, but repetitive. Glad to see the story and all the new upgrades to it!
I love Disgaea, but kinda fell out of it several games ago, despite liking the stories and characters. Like the review said about too many mechanics, that's kinda what made me drift away. I understand them keeping it new and fresh, but it became too much going on in the game. I want to get back sometime, it's a great series.
It's sad because I think it looks fun. It's not what I expected or wanted necessarily, but it looks fun. I had an initial issue with King Shark using a gun, but then realized I'd probably be frustrated having to switch characters when an enemy is flying or high up. You can still play solo, and the pass is for optional cosmetics. And Borderlands 2 I think had the always online stuff and wasn't really an inconvenience. I know it's different, but may be something the team wanted to try out. They've had a long development on this game, so there probably was higher interference, but also they probably got to really think what different they wanted to do.
This is a great batch with something for everyone it seems. Crazy Horizon getting added around it's anniversary. That's cool for anyone who doesn't have it. I have it, so I'm excited to try out The Quarry and Tekken 7! When I bump back up to Extra, that is. It's just a bit pricey to keep for me.
Mayne integrate Stars into it a bit? Maybe a couple of rewards in that based on this game progress. I wish for trophies, but get why not. But PlayStation Stars works too I think!
I really love Persona 3. Disappointed for the lack of random anime cutscenes not in the PSP version, but excited for update look and trophies. Price a bit much, so waiting for a good sale some time. I have enough to play.
My wife and I were really excited to play this together. But if we don't get progress and trophies, I'm not sure. That's odd if we both have the game and don't both get them. I'll have to wait and see. I have plenty to play now anyways! But glad people are having fun with Evil West! I've been excited for this!
Why does the results seem so negative? This is an awesome diverse mix for Extra. Yeah, you might have some, but something will be worth a try. I love KH and have them, but I never got Melody of Memory, so that's a chance to give it a go. And I love the Ratchet additions!
Luckily, the Overwatch 2 servers are seeming better, so my wife and I want to get some of our nighttime hours in on that. After a couple nights mostly wasted waiting on broken servers. 😑
It isn't so bad. But I already played the hell out of Injustice 2 and have owned it since launch. I've been curious of Hot Wheels after positive reception, but still not freaking out excited. But glad to have the option to play it now.
I'm glad to see some positivity around this! Ive felt like I'm the only one excited for this. Of course, it needs to come to consoles still and hopefully some form of Home later. But I've been excited. And this looks awesome! Show some Playstation nostalgic love!
The integration, yet being separated is awesome! I know a lot of people love Warzone obviously, but my wife and I weren't fans of it and it was awful how huge the one file size was to play the game, when we wanted nothing to do with the massive Warzone that came with it.
I really like that they are doing that. I hope it seems different and significant. I hoped they would. My dear is it being too grinding and just waves of thugs over and over and just being a time sink. That's my fear, but it's a big one. Also not super into getting same looking gear for stats. So, I hope that's not too integral.
I really feel like it's time. The State of Play had mostly a theme, highlighting mostly Japanese studios. So that didn't get lost in a big event. I feel like it would be a bit spaced out. And I am really hoping for a Showcase.
I never got PSVR, but got a bunch of games of PS Plus. PSVR2 is really making me want to jump into it, and I am really hoping I can get these games, namely Astro, to free upgrades or discounted at least. It sucks not being able to use those and have wanted to play them.
People are mad they made this, the reviews kinda seem to say to wait for the price to lower, and now the limited edition collectors edition ships like this. I'm not against it, but I didn't see the full point of it. And now this is a bad look for them. I get they can't reprint limited editions, but I hope they do something for this at least. What a mess.
Since this is at EVO and looks like it is worded like that, this could be for any EVO partners. Maybe a general survey to ask questions for them too. Or for the EVO brand. Probably not for general audience and for sure not for Stars. It isn't mentioned, so this must not be involved at all.
Yeah, there were more restrictions last year. And now, with inflation and energy costs, it's taken away from extra spending. I don't have as much time, but still really like Forbidden West, Shredders Revenge, and Stray.
I really love Persona 3. The tone, the characters. I love it so much. The only way I've been able to play it still is on PS3. I know it sounds gatekeeping, but I wish Playstation got to keep some of their third party exclusives they have been known for. Atlus probably just sees how much they can do releasing it everywhere and GamePass probably gave a nice bonus for times exclusivity.
I just kinda wish they had a deal with someone to put at least some of them on the same platform. As it, I believe we have each show on different streaming.
And isn't it confirmed Ghost is a movie and GT is as well?
The character looks cool and will be some kinda fun interactions. It's free exclusive, but still hoped for more than typical troops and some sponge robots. I also wish the combat looked a bit better for him. It'll be cool though.
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Re: Nintendo and The Pokémon Company Want to Stop the Sale of Palworld
I am still surprised it's mechanic parents and not design parents. From the obvious by looking and the comparisons that were made, it really seemed like copyright infringement in some way on that.
I never had any interest in this game and it seems edgy for the sake of it. Nothing looked fun to me about it and it seems like the "cool" thing to do is for people to defend it. I do see a clear Pokeball copy to be a copy and they are notorious for legal action so "nobody thinks they can get away with it". But, they do care about their image and someone couple get it thinking it is a Pokemon game and that could hurt their image to those people.
Re: Throwback RPG Sea of Stars Gets Free, Game-Changing Update in November on PS5, PS4
I had a lot of fun with this game, but was jumping to other things at the time, so I got to a point I thought was a good stopping point, and let it be for now. I've wanted to go back, but now it's off Extra. I'd like to buy it to show support anyway when I get time to jump back in. Beautiful gameplay, art, and music!
Re: PlayStation Studios Celebrate Astro Bot's PS5 Arrival with Awesome Artwork
Santa Monica also did some cool art from one of their amazing artists! As usual! I love these and always go check each one to see what they posted.
Re: Reaction: PlayStation Needs to Take a Long, Hard Look at Itself
@thefourfoldroot1 I think the gameplay was fun and so were the characters, although mostly kinda blandly designed. They didn't seem to pivot to try to hype up the game or improve from beta criticism. It got so much unneeded hate and it was really sad the way people acted.
It was mostly scratching the itch I hadn't gotten from other similar games after leaving OW2, which my wife and I played a ton of OW1. But, no budge on offline modes, no new skins to get excited for, and the maps felt a bit too big on some of them. Most skins were color swaps, the cosmetics were also bland, and the cool animations were put online instead of doing more of those in-game. I wish it got a better shot, but they seemed resistant to changing things, unfortunately.
Re: Concord (PS5) - Live Service Debut Beats the Hate with Stellar Presentation and Good Gameplay
Great review! It is fair and brings up valid points. I like the pay for the game model. People just don't want devs to get paid it seems like. But then act offended when a studio is closed. I don't get that. This is a model where you can guarantee getting all of the content and future updates, but can later get extras for a few bucks if you want.
Overblown issues were about not getting the full game and about micro transactions. this is a good attempt at doing it different. My wife and I both loved the beta, but with too much going on right now and other games around the time, we plan to get it later.
I wish they'd show a big cool reason to want to get seasonal or unlockable content. I wish they got more creative than some of what I've seen. I wish there was a single player mode of some kind. But, the mechanics are fun, gameplay is smooth, and I like the model. People just need to hate things and go out of their way with it. Plenty of games to not like, so just ignore what you don't like. It's so childish.
Re: Poll: What PS5 Games Do You Most Want to See at Gamescom 2024?
Randomly, maybe Little Devil Inside?
Re: Marvel Rivals' Closed Beta Is Putting Concord's Player Numbers into Perspective
@Victor_Meldrew I actually did state a fact. With an example. Seems like you're in your feelings with dumb little comments and, again, hate. No one cares about your hate. You're really original.
Re: Marvel Rivals' Closed Beta Is Putting Concord's Player Numbers into Perspective
@Victor_Meldrew hate is saying something is dead because it's popular to hate something. Especially not even trying it. And it was my opinion, so go ahead and chill.
Re: Marvel Rivals' Closed Beta Is Putting Concord's Player Numbers into Perspective
It also got needless hate that spread across the internet, so people were less likely to give it a chance. I didn't even get an invite to Marvel Rivals to try it, but I enjoyed playing Concord with my wife very much. It also has a lot different going for it once you actually play it and feels unique. I bet marketing is a part too since Concord's focus felt PS5 and Rivals was announced for PC before consoles.
Re: Beyond Good & Evil 20th Anniversary Edition Hitting PS5, PS4 Next Week
Excited about this! But I have plenty to play. I will look for it on maybe a holiday sale because I will need it. And I love the new additions and seeming care they put in!
Re: Poll: What Was Your Favourite Game from State of Play?
Astro Bot is my favorite character and I got super excited seeing how beautiful this game is and the way they're doing it. But I also really liked Concord and Marvel Rivals and I'm glad to see some others like them too, aside from all the needless hate for Concord.
Re: Poll: What Was the Best PS5 Game Announcement or Reveal at The Game Awards 2023?
I really love God of War, but I wanted some more story in there because I'm not wanting a challenge mode right now, but still cool and it's free! And I wish the FF7 had something more to it, but it did have some good visuals.
Although I think it's kinda a silly name, I liked the trailer for The Casting of Frank Stone a lot.
Re: Just One Day Later, Microsoft Has 'No Plans to Bring Game Pass' to PS5, PS4
This from the guy thinking he was going to buy up Nintendo? No, Im sure he fully wanted it on those platforms, but different people at the company hit reality at different times and realize it won't happen.
Re: Poll: Did You Buy a PS Portal?
I use remote play when my son is falling asleep at night and it's perfect for that. But, I got the PS Edition Backbone and I love that. They announced this like shortly after that came to Android and seemed like they were undercutting their partner for this. It has the Dualsense features and larger screen, but looks awkward and it's all too much for a quiet, calm shorter gaming session at night before I turn it to the TV.
Re: Poll: Are You Happy with Your PS Plus Extra, Premium Games for November 2023?
Really glad to see Parappa get acknowledged at all, but I have both of the games. Add Um Jammer Lammy and you'll have my direct attention! Add the odd stuff they own they're not sure will sell if they remaster it. That's what they should be doing with this service more.
Re: Insomniac Confirms Primary Marvel's Spider-Man Moving Forward
I really loved Miles in the game. After liking him previously in the past 2 games, I really loved him in this. I do wish we got more from Peter's story. It's great they started it with him some years into being Spider-Man, but we didn't get to see enough. Then he was absent, then he was unsure of himself and in peril. I've liked the stories and character arcs, but wish we got more from him.
I hope we get a Miles 2 of him sort of cementing himself being capable as a solo Spider-Man, and then a 3 game where Peter comes back after the Goblin emerges. And then we get Carnage and Goblin and, in the end, Red Goblin. I'd love that!
Amazing game and very moving though! I love the series and the love out in! Can't wait for DLC (possibly Chameleon)!
Re: Poll: Is God of War Ragnarok Still One of Sony's Best Games, One Year Later?
@somnambulance Astro is one of my favorite games of all time. I still feel intimidated by Returnal and I tried Dark Souls and it's not my thing. But I know the consensus has them as being loved by many, just not my type.
Ragnarok is another of my favorites ever though! It's hard to place, but 2018 might be higher for feeling a little tighter and building off of, but the ties to things and world building and story just bring Ragnarok to being a close race to me!
Re: Mini Review: Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2 (PS5) - A Tighter, More Focused Platform Fighter
The Smash Bros negative is why PS All-Stars did something so different and then everyone said they should have just copied them. I'm glad it's like that. And I'm glad it looks like fun! The first one had a lot of charm and was fun, but repetitive. Glad to see the story and all the new upgrades to it!
Re: Disgaea 7: Vows of the Virtueless (PS5) - The Crazy RPG Series at Its Best
I love Disgaea, but kinda fell out of it several games ago, despite liking the stories and characters. Like the review said about too many mechanics, that's kinda what made me drift away. I understand them keeping it new and fresh, but it became too much going on in the game. I want to get back sometime, it's a great series.
Re: Feature: Take Part in the PlayStation Showcase Predictions Quiz
This was really fun! Thank you for doing this.
Re: PS5 Firmware Update Adds Fancy New Animation for Earning a Platinum Trophy
It figures. I don't usually get many platinums and I got 2 a few days ago.
Re: The Response to Rocksteady's Suicide Squad Has Been Abysmal
It's sad because I think it looks fun. It's not what I expected or wanted necessarily, but it looks fun. I had an initial issue with King Shark using a gun, but then realized I'd probably be frustrated having to switch characters when an enemy is flying or high up. You can still play solo, and the pass is for optional cosmetics. And Borderlands 2 I think had the always online stuff and wasn't really an inconvenience. I know it's different, but may be something the team wanted to try out. They've had a long development on this game, so there probably was higher interference, but also they probably got to really think what different they wanted to do.
Re: Poll: Are You Happy with Your PS Plus Extra, Premium Games for February 2023?
This is a great batch with something for everyone it seems. Crazy Horizon getting added around it's anniversary. That's cool for anyone who doesn't have it. I have it, so I'm excited to try out The Quarry and Tekken 7! When I bump back up to Extra, that is. It's just a bit pricey to keep for me.
Re: Sackboy Returns! For a Runner Game on Mobile Phones
Mayne integrate Stars into it a bit? Maybe a couple of rewards in that based on this game progress. I wish for trophies, but get why not. But PlayStation Stars works too I think!
Re: Poll: Did You Buy the Persona 3 Portable, Persona 4 Golden Remasters?
I really love Persona 3. Disappointed for the lack of random anime cutscenes not in the PSP version, but excited for update look and trophies. Price a bit much, so waiting for a good sale some time. I have enough to play.
Re: Evil West (PS5) - Dumb Vampire Slaying Fun Certainly Doesn't Suck
My wife and I were really excited to play this together. But if we don't get progress and trophies, I'm not sure. That's odd if we both have the game and don't both get them. I'll have to wait and see. I have plenty to play now anyways! But glad people are having fun with Evil West! I've been excited for this!
Re: Poll: Are You Happy with Your PS Plus Extra, Premium Games for November 2022?
Why does the results seem so negative? This is an awesome diverse mix for Extra. Yeah, you might have some, but something will be worth a try. I love KH and have them, but I never got Melody of Memory, so that's a chance to give it a go. And I love the Ratchet additions!
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 447
Luckily, the Overwatch 2 servers are seeming better, so my wife and I want to get some of our nighttime hours in on that. After a couple nights mostly wasted waiting on broken servers. 😑
Re: PS Stars Guide: All Campaigns and Solutions, Digital Collectibles, and FAQs
Does anyone know how to get the PS3 collectible??
Re: Poll: Are You Happy with Your PS Plus Essential Games for October 2022?
It isn't so bad. But I already played the hell out of Injustice 2 and have owned it since launch. I've been curious of Hot Wheels after positive reception, but still not freaking out excited. But glad to have the option to play it now.
Re: PS1's Iconic T-Rex Tech Demo Roars to PS Stars As a Digital Collectible
I'm glad to see some positivity around this! Ive felt like I'm the only one excited for this. Of course, it needs to come to consoles still and hopefully some form of Home later. But I've been excited. And this looks awesome! Show some Playstation nostalgic love!
Re: Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2, Warzone 2.0 to Be Separate But Integrated Installs
The integration, yet being separated is awesome! I know a lot of people love Warzone obviously, but my wife and I weren't fans of it and it was awful how huge the one file size was to play the game, when we wanted nothing to do with the massive Warzone that came with it.
Re: Prepare to Play Through PS5's Gotham Knights a Fair Few Times
I really like that they are doing that. I hope it seems different and significant. I hoped they would. My dear is it being too grinding and just waves of thugs over and over and just being a time sink. That's my fear, but it's a big one. Also not super into getting same looking gear for stats. So, I hope that's not too integral.
Re: Talking Point: Is a PlayStation Showcase Really Happening This Year?
I really feel like it's time. The State of Play had mostly a theme, highlighting mostly Japanese studios. So that didn't get lost in a big event. I feel like it would be a bit spaced out. And I am really hoping for a Showcase.
Re: Rumour: Tons of PSVR2 Devs Porting PSVR Games to New Headset
I never got PSVR, but got a bunch of games of PS Plus. PSVR2 is really making me want to jump into it, and I am really hoping I can get these games, namely Astro, to free upgrades or discounted at least. It sucks not being able to use those and have wanted to play them.
Re: The Last of Us PS5's Pricey Firefly Edition Shipping in Shocking Condition
People are mad they made this, the reviews kinda seem to say to wait for the price to lower, and now the limited edition collectors edition ships like this. I'm not against it, but I didn't see the full point of it. And now this is a bad look for them. I get they can't reprint limited editions, but I hope they do something for this at least. What a mess.
Re: Poll: Are You Happy with Your PS Plus Extra, Premium Games for August 2022?
I already had Dead by Daylight and Bugsnax from PS Plus previously. Those are great, so I'm glad or else they'd be my most excited for.
Re: Immediate Backlash as Sony Asks Players About Purchasing NFTs
Since this is at EVO and looks like it is worded like that, this could be for any EVO partners. Maybe a general survey to ask questions for them too. Or for the EVO brand. Probably not for general audience and for sure not for Stars. It isn't mentioned, so this must not be involved at all.
Re: Sony to Take Action as PS5, PS4 Owners Play Less Than Anticipated
Yeah, there were more restrictions last year. And now, with inflation and energy costs, it's taken away from extra spending. I don't have as much time, but still really like Forbidden West, Shredders Revenge, and Stray.
Re: Persona 3, 4, 5 Coming to PC and Xbox, No Mention of PS5, PS4
I really love Persona 3. The tone, the characters. I love it so much. The only way I've been able to play it still is on PS3. I know it sounds gatekeeping, but I wish Playstation got to keep some of their third party exclusives they have been known for. Atlus probably just sees how much they can do releasing it everywhere and GamePass probably gave a nice bonus for times exclusivity.
Re: Poll: Do You Care About PlayStation TV Shows?
I just kinda wish they had a deal with someone to put at least some of them on the same platform. As it, I believe we have each show on different streaming.
And isn't it confirmed Ghost is a movie and GT is as well?
Re: Test Your PlayStation General Knowledge - Issue 10
10/15, but the ones I got wrong, I wouldn't have known for the most part. Games I hadn't played.
Re: Marvel's Avengers Trailer Shows Off Spider-Man In All His Glory
The character looks cool and will be some kinda fun interactions. It's free exclusive, but still hoped for more than typical troops and some sponge robots. I also wish the combat looked a bit better for him. It'll be cool though.