Can't wait, hoping to spend at least 200 hours on it. I spent over 100 on the first part which was significantly smaller so can't wait for this to eat up all my time.
@FatalBubbles That's fair. Amazon, GAME, Square Enix etc. are quite unreliable as far as release day goes (though Amazon have improved) which Is why I order a majority of my games from ShopTo as they often deliver early and have never missed a release date so far.
I definitely see the benefits of Digital as opposed to Physical like game sharing and convenience. For me personally it's all about having the Disc as I hate not physically owning something. All I can hope for is that the option to have one or the other is always on the table as a completely Digital future is a major turn off for me.
@FatalBubbles Not to be rude but ever heard of Amazon? Or a postbox? I've never understood this argument for Digital when deliveries exist. I often get my games delivered days before the actual release date.
I hate the idea of 1 hour = £1 or that length = Quality. I'm tired of games being long just for the sake of it. Too much padding and fluff in games these days all because people want to fill their time with mundane repeatable objectives just to feel like they "got their money's worth".
I'd rather have quality than quantity personally. For example, I liked Spider-Man 2 more than the first because it didn't waste my time.
Only 20 comments and there's already 10 different opinions on what a FF should or shouldn't be. The only consistent thing about FF is the inconsistency of its fanbase 😄
I kinda hope not for a very personal reason. I quite literally bought the Japanese version just a few days ago so this would be mildly irritating if true. I would also be excited to be able to actually read it in English of course but bitter that I would have to buy it for a second time 😅
@zupertramp I always choose Console over PC solely because they still offer physical media. I buy a lot of games day one and physical is cheaper %99.9 of the time and I love having a shelf full of games.
An all digital future would ruin a big part of gaming for me. I wouldn't want to miss out however so if it happens, then my future gaming will be on PC since my only reason for picking console would be gone.
Competition is good but things are starting to get messy. We could end up needing 7 different platforms just to play our favourite games. The future of gaming has never looked more bleak imo.
I'm surprised it hasn't sold more to be honest considering it's positive reception. Still, I'm happy it's doing well enough and I'm excited for the future of the series.
@Kidfried I agree that UK box charts aren't an entirely reliable source for how well a game is doing but I disagree that "few people" buy Physical games. Of course more people buy Digital these days but those articles that spout nonsense like "99% of game sales are digital" include sales of DLC, Digital only Indie Games and Mobile purchases which also renders those articles mostly redundant when comparing Digital vs Physical sales.
I would guess that Digital to Physical if we're talking games that actually release physically is more of like a 70-30 split in favour of Digital. This is a guess as I'm not sure of the actual numbers but it's definitely not 99-1 anyway as people like to spread around.
Can't wait! I'm so delighted that FF7 is getting so much expanded content as its my favourite game of all time so more of it is very much appreciated. Never been happier to be a fan 😁
@naruball The worst part is, you know with 100% certainty that if he said that he hated it they would be celebrating and using it as ammunition.
In reality it doesn't matter if he liked it or not (although I'm happy he did) the series has had multiple creators and is no longer his vision alone. His opinion means as much as anyone else's but it does help support the argument of this being very much a FF title through and through.
Can't wait for FF17 so we can repeat these discussions like we have since FF9 or even FF7 ad nauseum 😄
Lmao, I love how the OG Creator of FF says how he's enjoying the game and now you've got people huffing Copium saying "he's just joking right!? B-b-but it's not even Final Fantasy! Someone get a Kanji expert! It must be a joke!" or even calling him a shill when he doesn't even work at Square anymore. So called fans.
@Shepherd_Tallon You're right of course, I shouldn't have risen to the bait. I've even advised others to ignore and haven't followed my own advice 😅 I have gotten better at ignoring people compared to how I used to be but there is clearly still room for improvement.
@Cordyceps If anyone's on Copium, it's people like you and NES in every comments section related to XVI grasping for any "proof" that the game is just as big of a turd that you claim it is. When in reality it's sold and been recieved very well by the majority of people.
It's fine to dislike it, I don't care but I see your petty comments in nearly every damn article.
@Shepherd_Tallon It wouldn't have been the true ending to XV. It was more of a "what if" scenario or alternate reality. This misinformation gets passed around a lot though.
Always seems to be the same people in the comments wishing for this games demise. Very sad indeed. Still I'm happy that FF16 is doing well and I look forward to what Square Enix will cook up for the next main installment. I've been taking my time with it myself as I really like to absorb these games and I'm 60% in according to my ps5.
Anyone who says this game is too easy clearly hasn't fought the Nine Of Knives!
I love bishoujo figures but this one was still odd to me due to there already being plenty of women they could've done. Triss, Yen, Phillipa etc rather than making Geralt a woman but at least they're doing Ciri. I'll probably just wait for that one.
I always struggle to rank XIV in particular because I love it like I do all of them and it's very much a great Final Fantasy but it's just so difficult to rate it comparing to the others due to it being an MMO.
Glad to see its doing well, not that there was really any doubt. Every Mainline Final Fantasy has reviewed and sold very well, even the supposedly "hated" 13 and 15.
Absolutely love it so far, it reminds me of Final Fantasy's 1-6 with the warring nations and heavy focus on crystals. It's like classic Final Fantasy but with action combat and its wonderful.
A Final Fantasy that's perfect for old fans like myself! (Also feels very similar to the Ivalice games, especially in artstyle)
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Re: Cyberpunk 2077's New Patch Aiming to Release Next Week
@gipsojo Is this sarcasm? Why would you play an average game 4 times?
Re: CD Projekt Red Dabbling in AI, Considering Multiplayer for Cyberpunk 2
Ai has its uses so I'm more concerned about their focus on multiplayer.
I've seen them mention "adding multiplayer to enhance the single player experience" what does that even mean?
Re: Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth Is Huge, May Take 100 Hours to Do Everything
Can't wait, hoping to spend at least 200 hours on it. I spent over 100 on the first part which was significantly smaller so can't wait for this to eat up all my time.
Re: Critical Darling Alan Wake 2's Sales Seem Soft, But There's More to the Story
@FatalBubbles That's fair. Amazon, GAME, Square Enix etc. are quite unreliable as far as release day goes (though Amazon have improved) which Is why I order a majority of my games from ShopTo as they often deliver early and have never missed a release date so far.
I definitely see the benefits of Digital as opposed to Physical like game sharing and convenience. For me personally it's all about having the Disc as I hate not physically owning something. All I can hope for is that the option to have one or the other is always on the table as a completely Digital future is a major turn off for me.
Re: Critical Darling Alan Wake 2's Sales Seem Soft, But There's More to the Story
@FatalBubbles Not to be rude but ever heard of Amazon? Or a postbox? I've never understood this argument for Digital when deliveries exist. I often get my games delivered days before the actual release date.
Re: Single Player Wonder Woman Game May Still Have Live-Service Elements
@nomither6 Woops, forgot about origins. You are indeed correct. I will edit my comment.
Re: Single Player Wonder Woman Game May Still Have Live-Service Elements
What are they doing!?!? I'm starting to feel like the Arkham Games were an accident, like "oops, we made 4 good games, better correct that!"
Re: Baldur's Gate 3 Physical Deluxe Edition Announced, Is Two Discs on PS5
Yes! Finally some good gaming news! Preorder secured, let's goooo!
Re: Suicide Squad Returns with All-New PS5 Gameplay
Can't believe that this is connected to the Arkham Series. We could've gotten a Superman game but instead we get this atrocity.
Re: Rumour: Persona 6 Targets 2025 Release While Metaphor's on Track for 2024
I'm more looking forward to Metaphor. It looks like everything I've ever wanted in a new Atlus game.
Re: GTA Publisher Lays Out Complex Entertainment Per-Hour Pricing Algorithm
I hate the idea of 1 hour = £1 or that length = Quality. I'm tired of games being long just for the sake of it. Too much padding and fluff in games these days all because people want to fill their time with mundane repeatable objectives just to feel like they "got their money's worth".
I'd rather have quality than quantity personally. For example, I liked Spider-Man 2 more than the first because it didn't waste my time.
Re: Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth Is Pulling Inspiration from PS5, PS4 Greats
Only 20 comments and there's already 10 different opinions on what a FF should or shouldn't be. The only consistent thing about FF is the inconsistency of its fanbase 😄
Re: Vampire: The Masquerade: Bloodlines 2 Reveals Its Protagonist
I want this game to be good but I'm not too convinced it will be. I'm definitely on the fence with this one.
Re: Vampire: The Masquerade: Bloodlines 2 Reveals Its Protagonist
@dimi They mentioned that they're fully customizable, gender included.
Re: Rumour: There's a Chance Dragon Quest X Offline Could Be Coming West
I kinda hope not for a very personal reason. I quite literally bought the Japanese version just a few days ago so this would be mildly irritating if true. I would also be excited to be able to actually read it in English of course but bitter that I would have to buy it for a second time 😅
Re: Ubisoft Exec Says Physical Sales Slowing, But They're Not Going Away
@zupertramp I always choose Console over PC solely because they still offer physical media. I buy a lot of games day one and physical is cheaper %99.9 of the time and I love having a shelf full of games.
An all digital future would ruin a big part of gaming for me. I wouldn't want to miss out however so if it happens, then my future gaming will be on PC since my only reason for picking console would be gone.
Re: Ubisoft Exec Says Physical Sales Slowing, But They're Not Going Away
I don't even see the point in owning a console if they went all digital. I'd just move over to PC the day that happens. No physical, no purchase.
Re: Netflix Aims to Be PlayStation's Next Big Rival, And It Wants Grand Theft Auto
Competition is good but things are starting to get messy. We could end up needing 7 different platforms just to play our favourite games. The future of gaming has never looked more bleak imo.
Re: It's True! Lies of P Sales Surpass One Million Units
I'm surprised it hasn't sold more to be honest considering it's positive reception. Still, I'm happy it's doing well enough and I'm excited for the future of the series.
Re: Tales of Arise: Beyond the Dawn Goes Big on Side Quests, Character Reunions, and Rebuilding
Looks great, can't wait to hang out with Alphen and Co again!
Re: Rumour: PS5's Early 2024 Release Schedule May Get Even More Ridiculous Thanks to Elden Ring
Delays incoming fo' sho'
Re: Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth's World Is Starting to Sound Absolutely Massive
Can't wait to explore every last millimeter of it! It's gonna be a crazy good start to the year.
Re: JRPG's Persona 3 Portable, Persona 4 Golden to Get Physical PS4 Versions
For games as big as Persona, I don't see why this had to go to Limited Run. I hate buying from them but if needs must...
Re: UK Sales Charts: Surprise Hit Lies of P Makes an Impressive Third Place Debut
@Kidfried I agree that UK box charts aren't an entirely reliable source for how well a game is doing but I disagree that "few people" buy Physical games. Of course more people buy Digital these days but those articles that spout nonsense like "99% of game sales are digital" include sales of DLC, Digital only Indie Games and Mobile purchases which also renders those articles mostly redundant when comparing Digital vs Physical sales.
I would guess that Digital to Physical if we're talking games that actually release physically is more of like a 70-30 split in favour of Digital. This is a guess as I'm not sure of the actual numbers but it's definitely not 99-1 anyway as people like to spread around.
Re: Final Fantasy 7's Coolest Companions Won't Be Playable in PS5's Rebirth
Cloud, Tifa and Yuffie were my main team so that's enough for me. I'm sure they'll be playable in part 3 anyway.
Re: Preview: Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth Has a Playable Sephiroth
Can't wait! I'm so delighted that FF7 is getting so much expanded content as its my favourite game of all time so more of it is very much appreciated. Never been happier to be a fan 😁
Re: Lara Croft Joins Call of Duty Next Month, 21 Savage and Mace Too
Lara looks great, makes me wanna get mw2.
Re: Rumour: Dragon Age: Dreadwolf Targeting Summer 2024 Release at the Earliest
Dragon Age Origins is in my top 3 games of all time and I enjoyed 2 and inquisition but I'd be lying if I said I wasn't concerned for this game.
I really hope it's good.
Re: 'Shoulder's of Giants Stuff': Baldur's Gate 3 Writer Pays Tribute to BioWare's Immortal RPGs
I can't wait to play it but that won't be until they release a physical edition 😔 they've made plenty of money so there's no excuse now.
Re: Final Fantasy 16 Sales Have Been 'Fine', Nothing More, Nothing Less
This discussion has long since become very tiresome. We'll be having the same discussion again when FF17 comes out... It never ends.
Re: Final Fantasy Creator Believes Latest Instalment Is Ultimate Entry in Franchise
@naruball The worst part is, you know with 100% certainty that if he said that he hated it they would be celebrating and using it as ammunition.
In reality it doesn't matter if he liked it or not (although I'm happy he did) the series has had multiple creators and is no longer his vision alone. His opinion means as much as anyone else's but it does help support the argument of this being very much a FF title through and through.
Can't wait for FF17 so we can repeat these discussions like we have since FF9 or even FF7 ad nauseum 😄
Re: Final Fantasy Creator Believes Latest Instalment Is Ultimate Entry in Franchise
Lmao, I love how the OG Creator of FF says how he's enjoying the game and now you've got people huffing Copium saying "he's just joking right!? B-b-but it's not even Final Fantasy! Someone get a Kanji expert! It must be a joke!" or even calling him a shill when he doesn't even work at Square anymore. So called fans.
You people are a goddamn joke.
Re: Gritty TMNT: The Last Ronin PS5 Trailer Is a Teaser in Every Sense of the Word
Really hope that this will be good. Can't wait to see some gameplay!
Re: Square Enix Bafflingly Backtracks on Final Fantasy 16 Sales, Blames 'Slow' PS5 Adoption
Ahh here we go, now the talk from the delusional crowd saying that FF16 is a "flop" or that it "bombed" begins in earnest.
Re: Final Fantasy 16 DLC Is Now an Option Being Considered by Square Enix
I would love a DLC to play as Dion. He was my favourite character. Failing that though, Leviathan the lost has to be it.
Re: Japanese Final Fantasy 16 Sales Plummet by 90% in Second Week
@Shepherd_Tallon You're right of course, I shouldn't have risen to the bait. I've even advised others to ignore and haven't followed my own advice 😅 I have gotten better at ignoring people compared to how I used to be but there is clearly still room for improvement.
Re: Slitterhead Test Sessions Show Dev Continues Apace, Silent Hill Heritage Evident
Can't wait for this one. I love weird ****!
Re: Japanese Final Fantasy 16 Sales Plummet by 90% in Second Week
@Cordyceps If anyone's on Copium, it's people like you and NES in every comments section related to XVI grasping for any "proof" that the game is just as big of a turd that you claim it is. When in reality it's sold and been recieved very well by the majority of people.
It's fine to dislike it, I don't care but I see your petty comments in nearly every damn article.
Re: Japanese Final Fantasy 16 Sales Plummet by 90% in Second Week
@Shepherd_Tallon It wouldn't have been the true ending to XV. It was more of a "what if" scenario or alternate reality. This misinformation gets passed around a lot though.
Re: Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection: All Games Included and What to Play First
Please put Rising on volume 2 Konami... Pleeeeaaaaase!
Re: Final Fantasy 16 Is the Seventh Best Final Fantasy Game According to Fans
Always seems to be the same people in the comments wishing for this games demise. Very sad indeed. Still I'm happy that FF16 is doing well and I look forward to what Square Enix will cook up for the next main installment. I've been taking my time with it myself as I really like to absorb these games and I'm 60% in according to my ps5.
Anyone who says this game is too easy clearly hasn't fought the Nine Of Knives!
Re: Talking Point: What Are Your Favourite PS5, PS4 Games of 2023 So Far?
1.Final Fantasy 16
2.Resident Evil 4 Remake
3.Dead Space Remake or Hogwarts Legacy
It's been a crazy good year so far and it doesn't seem to be slowing down. Not sure if I can keep up!
Re: Persona 5 Tactica PS5, PS4 Gameplay Spotlights Joker, Morgana, and Newcomer Erina
Judging by this, P3 reload and their new project that I've forgotten the name of, Persona 6 is probably still many years away.
Re: Random: NieR Creator Yoko Taro Loses Nightmarish Emil Mask, Replacement Probably Haunted
Yoko Taro is brilliant. I've loved his work since the first Drakengard and I'm really looking forward to whatever he does next.
Re: Comprehensive Baldur's Gate 3 Playthroughs Set to Last 200 Hours
Ehhh, between not having a physical edition and being so long... I might have to pass on this one. At least for now, I just don't have the time.
Re: Random: Geralt of Rivia Gets Gorgeous Bishoujo Makeover in Figurine Form
I love bishoujo figures but this one was still odd to me due to there already being plenty of women they could've done. Triss, Yen, Phillipa etc rather than making Geralt a woman but at least they're doing Ciri. I'll probably just wait for that one.
Re: Best Final Fantasy Games
My personal list changes regularly but this is my most recent ranking
1. FFVII
2.FFXVI
3.FFIX
4.FFVIII
5.FFXV
6.FFX
7.FFXIII
8.FFXII
9.FFVI
10.FFIV
11.FFXIV
12.FFII
13.FFV
14.FFIII
15.FFI
I always struggle to rank XIV in particular because I love it like I do all of them and it's very much a great Final Fantasy but it's just so difficult to rate it comparing to the others due to it being an MMO.
Re: PS5 Exclusive Final Fantasy 16 Hits a Slightly Skewed 3 Million Sales at Launch
Glad to see its doing well, not that there was really any doubt. Every Mainline Final Fantasy has reviewed and sold very well, even the supposedly "hated" 13 and 15.
Re: Final Fantasy 16's Official Art Book Gets March 2024 Release Date
I will definitely be picking this up. The artstyle is one of the standout things about this game and Final Fantasy in general.
Re: Final Fantasy 16 (PS5) - Final Fantasy's Triumphant Return to the Top
Absolutely love it so far, it reminds me of Final Fantasy's 1-6 with the warring nations and heavy focus on crystals. It's like classic Final Fantasy but with action combat and its wonderful.
A Final Fantasy that's perfect for old fans like myself! (Also feels very similar to the Ivalice games, especially in artstyle)