@Shepherd_Tallon Without COD Sony only have rubbish like God of War, Horizon, Last of Us, Uncharted. Who wants to play that garbage? Not even sure why they bothered with that State of Play as it was definitely lacking some COD. Just give me more COD straight into my veins Jim before Microsoft take PlayStation off life support.
The games only sell about 20 million now it seems which is about 1/6 of the PS4 install base. I would say there are almost 100 million PS4 owners who don't play COD. Sony need to realise they don't need COD anyway and have faith in their own products.
They think the digital collectibles are the highlight though. The highlight should be that you can earn credit to buy games not get some digital gubbins to show off to people. I hope I can cash in all points for credit and show off my empty collectibles case.
@Princessmadllama If they are the only two game series you enjoy then Xbox is probably best for you even if the Activision deal doesn't happen but there are plenty of other games for most people on PlayStation.
If COD leaves PlayStation people will not be selling their £500 boxes and jump ship just to play it but will probably be told by YouTubers which game to play instead.
Price always enters into the equation when reviewing something. Almost everyone has said something is good for the price they paid but they wouldn't buy it if it cost much more than they paid for it or said it was very good but not worth the price they paid.
55% of Saints Row sales were on the PS5 according to an article on this site so numbers seem comparable to me and The Last of Us has a higher retail price so it made more money than the PS5 version of Saints Row physical sales.
@Andee I have had that few times from Amazon but one time I spent ages unsticking and then the book was printed upside down. I always check the book first now.
This is all about one game series which will eventually be out of favour. Let Microsoft spend all their cash for a short term gain and let the next big thing move in.
Recent comments imply Microsoft wanted a Game Pass deal for COD but couldn't due to Sony exclusivity deals so bought Activision so they could do it. They'll keep COD on PlayStation as if someone wants to pay 6 months Game Pass charge for one game they are laughing all the way to the bank until Sony make their COD killer.
@Beerheadgamer82 It is definitely value for money in terms of the incremental price increase. Just saying that they perhaps need to differentiate the tiers in this poll as the Premium update is non existant this month so no one in their right mind would vote that they are "Very Happy."
This poll should be for Extra only. Anyone who is happy with the Premium games for this month is a raging PS fan who would buy a bag of fresh air from Sony for their monthly salary. Extra is good and Premium is non-existent.
Maybe there are some new demos being added this month as a Premium update. Just hoping there is something being added to justify those extra few pennies per month.
Maybe as well as the post COVID decline people are finally starring to move on. Microsoft should have held out a bit longer and could have shaved a few billions off the price they had to pay.
This story is basically "Guy who likes games is looking forward to the biggest game of the year." It just so happens that he works for Xbox. I'm sure the head of McDonald's has enjoyed a Burger King or two in the past and Walt Disney I am sure enjoyed movies that his studio didn't make.
If this sells well at the premium price point I expect original games on the PS5 will creep up over that price. No matter how much better this looks and plays let's not let them set a precedent with this pricing.
£70 is a bit much for this but I would be there day one with £140 for a remade Knack duo. I'd pay £500 for a third game. Get Netflix to make the TV show and watch the cash roll in. Come on Sony. These are the games we all want.
@LiamCroft But that was three games and came in at a price less than the originals. This is charging more for less. Usually remakes are the definitive edition with all the bells and whistles. Sometimes they drop the multiplayer but a lower price point and complete single player experience compensate for that. The PS4 version had DLC included and was cheaper than the original at launch after a fairly late price reduction before release I believe. If Sony can persuade people to spend money on a less complete version than they can most likely already play without paying any extra then we will get more of this from them.
I got 5 months elsewhere and then this 6 months and barely watched anything. Ted Lasso season 1 is amazing even if you don't like sport but have yet to watch season 2. I was told to wait for Severance as the ending of season 1 is an annoying cliffhanger.
@solocapers It depends on how generous these rewards are. Wonder how long it would take to get enough points for a full price new game? This is an unexpected bonus though.
I think it is unnecessary as the remaster is just fine in my opinion. I'd have to question the sanity of people who bough the original, the remaster and now this at full price each time. If someone is coming at it fresh or after playing the PS4 version from a sale or the PS Plus Collection then crack on.
The cynic in me is thinking they did this to fill up the first party PS5 games. The problem for me is that the 1st game will now look and run better than the 2nd. £70 for this plus a spruced up part 2 and the multiplayer would have pulled me in. The cynic returns though and reckons it will be £70 for the multiplayer when that comes out and then a £70 remaster of part 2 to really clear those last few pennies out of the few fans they have left at that point.
@thefourfoldroot1 Exactly what I was thinking. Being on the service will make people see what all the fuss is about but a lot won't see it through to platinum especially with a speed run trophy.
@Gloamin I guess you didn't get the memo that on the internet your personal opinions are facts. I didn't really enjoy the game to be honest but that just means I must have bad taste!
These people should have been sent a terrible jokey 8-bit style GoW game that stops them installing the full game when it is ready. Punish them for being terribly impatient.
@Ryany I know right. I like to read books in a group too. We take a sentence each. Makes things a lot better although some of the drama is lost depending on the cadence switching from reader to reader.
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Re: Sony Expects More PS5 Owners to Wishlist Games When They're Announced
I wishlist stuff and wait for a sale price I am happy to pay if it doesn't appear on PS Plus Extra first.
Re: PS5, PS4 Had 1.5% of Console Market Share in Japan Last Week
@Shepherd_Tallon Without COD Sony only have rubbish like God of War, Horizon, Last of Us, Uncharted. Who wants to play that garbage? Not even sure why they bothered with that State of Play as it was definitely lacking some COD. Just give me more COD straight into my veins Jim before Microsoft take PlayStation off life support.
Re: Sony Won't Let Microsoft's $69 Billion Activision Acquisition Go, Stresses It's Bad for Gaming
The games only sell about 20 million now it seems which is about 1/6 of the PS4 install base. I would say there are almost 100 million PS4 owners who don't play COD. Sony need to realise they don't need COD anyway and have faith in their own products.
Re: Yakuza Director Heaps Praise on Ghost of Tsushima, Laments Restrictions of Japanese Game Development
@Golem25 That comment aged well. Maybe we'll get Kenzan a year or two later if Ishin sells well.
Re: PS Stars' Digital Collectibles Can Be Displayed on Your PSN Profile
They think the digital collectibles are the highlight though. The highlight should be that you can earn credit to buy games not get some digital gubbins to show off to people. I hope I can cash in all points for credit and show off my empty collectibles case.
Re: Talking Point: What Do You Make of Microsoft and Sony's Call of Duty Quarrel?
@Princessmadllama If they are the only two game series you enjoy then Xbox is probably best for you even if the Activision deal doesn't happen but there are plenty of other games for most people on PlayStation.
Re: Talking Point: What Do You Make of Microsoft and Sony's Call of Duty Quarrel?
If COD leaves PlayStation people will not be selling their £500 boxes and jump ship just to play it but will probably be told by YouTubers which game to play instead.
Re: Poll: What Review Score Would You Give The Last of Us: Part I?
Price always enters into the equation when reviewing something. Almost everyone has said something is good for the price they paid but they wouldn't buy it if it cost much more than they paid for it or said it was very good but not worth the price they paid.
Re: The Last of Us PS5’s UK Physical Sales Half of Saints Row
55% of Saints Row sales were on the PS5 according to an article on this site so numbers seem comparable to me and The Last of Us has a higher retail price so it made more money than the PS5 version of Saints Row physical sales.
Re: Silent Hill 2 Remake Pitch Images Leak, May Be a Timed PlayStation Exclusive
Is there any point in timed exclusives for Sony when multiplatform games seem to sell 85% on PS5 and 10% on PS4?
Re: Microsoft, Sony Signed Agreement to Keep Call of Duty on PlayStation for 'Several More Years' Beyond Current Contract
@AverageGamer The money may be a drop in the ocean for Microsoft but it could cost Phil Spencer his job.
Re: The Last of Us PS5's Pricey Firefly Edition Shipping in Shocking Condition
@Andee I have had that few times from Amazon but one time I spent ages unsticking and then the book was printed upside down. I always check the book first now.
Re: Microsoft, Sony Signed Agreement to Keep Call of Duty on PlayStation for 'Several More Years' Beyond Current Contract
This deal needs to go ahead so everyone can move on from COD and Microsoft can mourn the cash they wasted.
Re: UK Government Investigating Xbox's Activision Buyout Further
This is all about one game series which will eventually be out of favour. Let Microsoft spend all their cash for a short term gain and let the next big thing move in.
Re: Digital Foundry Tech Review Shows Just How Far The Last of Us: Part I Has Come
I'll probably get the complete edition on PS5 when they release it with part 2 and the multiplayer next year for the same price.
Re: PlayStation Acquires Savage Game Studios, Focusing on Mobile Games
I've not got the patience or budget for most mobile games. I hope Sony go for a Super Mario Run model but most likely it will be more Mario Kart Tour.
Re: Poll: Was Gamescom Opening Night Live 2022 Any Good?
@redd214 It is a sad state of affairs when the most exciting thing from a two hour presentation is a new controller.
Re: Sony Reveals Official PS5 Pro Controller, DualSense Edge
It will cost more than a tank of fuel but less than your monthly utility bill.
Re: Sony Sued £5 Billion for 'Ripping Off' PS5, PS4 Players
@Flaming_Kaiser Maybe this character only has a PS5 in the household and not an Xbox or Switch so doesn't care how much games are on those systems.
Re: New Tales from the Borderlands Arrive on 21st October for PS5, PS4
In-game currency sounds ominous.
Re: PS4 Outsold Xbox One by 'More Than Twice as Many' Consoles, It's Claimed
Recent comments imply Microsoft wanted a Game Pass deal for COD but couldn't due to Sony exclusivity deals so bought Activision so they could do it. They'll keep COD on PlayStation as if someone wants to pay 6 months Game Pass charge for one game they are laughing all the way to the bank until Sony make their COD killer.
Re: Poll: Are You Happy with Your PS Plus Extra, Premium Games for August 2022?
@Beerheadgamer82 It is definitely value for money in terms of the incremental price increase. Just saying that they perhaps need to differentiate the tiers in this poll as the Premium update is non existant this month so no one in their right mind would vote that they are "Very Happy."
Re: Poll: Are You Happy with Your PS Plus Extra, Premium Games for August 2022?
This poll should be for Extra only. Anyone who is happy with the Premium games for this month is a raging PS fan who would buy a bag of fresh air from Sony for their monthly salary. Extra is good and Premium is non-existent.
Re: PS Plus Extra, Premium PS5, PS4 Games for August 2022 Announced
Maybe there are some new demos being added this month as a Premium update. Just hoping there is something being added to justify those extra few pennies per month.
Re: GTA 5 PS5 Players Are Buying More Shark Cards Than Those on PS4
@OmegaStriver GTAV on the PS6 will be making more money than all games across every platform.
Re: Immediate Backlash as Sony Asks Players About Purchasing NFTs
@AgentGuapo I'd like to think that was the last option to select.
Re: Beyond Good & Evil 2 Just Found Its New Lead Writer
I don't believe anything can satisfy 15 years of anticipation.
Re: Random: Maybe Don't Buy PS5 Stock from Celebrities on Twitter
I thought it was going to be Jonny Craig again moving on from his MacBook scam from a few years back.
Re: Sony's Not the Only One Struggling to Hold PS5, PS4 Players' Attention
Maybe as well as the post COVID decline people are finally starring to move on. Microsoft should have held out a bit longer and could have shaved a few billions off the price they had to pay.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 437
Whatever I play I will play 50% more than I did this weekend last year and try and put a smile on Jim Ryan's face.
Re: Random: Xbox Boss Can't Wait for God of War Ragnarok Either
This story is basically "Guy who likes games is looking forward to the biggest game of the year." It just so happens that he works for Xbox. I'm sure the head of McDonald's has enjoyed a Burger King or two in the past and Walt Disney I am sure enjoyed movies that his studio didn't make.
Re: What Remains of Edith Finch on PS5 All But Confirmed Thanks to PS Store Listing
@glassmusic Ray Tracing is a jerk. Whenever he comes round my house he turns all the lights on with no regard for my electricity bill.
Re: Our Survey Says! Sorry, Gaming Isn't Good for You After All
There a lot of things that too much of is not good for you. Games are good as part of a well balanced diet.
Re: In-Depth The Last of Us Remake Comparison Deep Dives PS5 Improvements
If this sells well at the premium price point I expect original games on the PS5 will creep up over that price. No matter how much better this looks and plays let's not let them set a precedent with this pricing.
Re: Video: 30 Facts You Need to Know About The Last Of Us Remake on PS5
£70 is a bit much for this but I would be there day one with £140 for a remade Knack duo. I'd pay £500 for a third game. Get Netflix to make the TV show and watch the cash roll in. Come on Sony. These are the games we all want.
Re: Reaction: WTF Is Going on with The Last of Us PS5?
@LiamCroft But that was three games and came in at a price less than the originals. This is charging more for less. Usually remakes are the definitive edition with all the bells and whistles. Sometimes they drop the multiplayer but a lower price point and complete single player experience compensate for that. The PS4 version had DLC included and was cheaper than the original at launch after a fairly late price reduction before release I believe. If Sony can persuade people to spend money on a less complete version than they can most likely already play without paying any extra then we will get more of this from them.
Re: Reaction: WTF Is Going on with The Last of Us PS5?
I didn't even register that the multiplayer wasn't present in this version. Charging more for less? Is this a first in a remaster/remake?
Re: Uncharted, The Last of Us' Bruce Straley Making Game Unlike Any Before
A new company promoting itself. The world has gone mad.
Re: Reminder: One Week Left to Grab Six Free Months of Apple TV+ on PS5
I got 5 months elsewhere and then this 6 months and barely watched anything. Ted Lasso season 1 is amazing even if you don't like sport but have yet to watch season 2. I was told to wait for Severance as the ending of season 1 is an annoying cliffhanger.
Re: Sony Announces PlayStation Stars, a Free Loyalty Scheme for PS5, PS4 Fans
@solocapers It depends on how generous these rewards are. Wonder how long it would take to get enough points for a full price new game?
This is an unexpected bonus though.
Re: Reaction: We Need to Talk About PS Plus Premium
"That’s why we’d caution against overreactions right now."
I don't think you understand how the internet works.
Re: Poll: Is The Last of Us: Part 1 Really a 'Cash Grab'?
I think it is unnecessary as the remaster is just fine in my opinion. I'd have to question the sanity of people who bough the original, the remaster and now this at full price each time. If someone is coming at it fresh or after playing the PS4 version from a sale or the PS Plus Collection then crack on.
Re: The Last of Us PS5 Remake Is Meticulously Built and Crafted, Not a Cash Grab
The cynic in me is thinking they did this to fill up the first party PS5 games. The problem for me is that the 1st game will now look and run better than the 2nd. £70 for this plus a spruced up part 2 and the multiplayer would have pulled me in. The cynic returns though and reckons it will be £70 for the multiplayer when that comes out and then a £70 remaster of part 2 to really clear those last few pennies out of the few fans they have left at that point.
Re: Stray Wants You to Meow 100 Times to Unlock Its Platinum Trophy
@thefourfoldroot1 Exactly what I was thinking. Being on the service will make people see what all the fuss is about but a lot won't see it through to platinum especially with a speed run trophy.
Re: Gaming Spend Will Continue to Decline in US as Living Costs Increase, Says NPD Report
How will this affect the poor souls that are scalpers? We need to set up a charity for them now before they wilt.
Re: God of War Ragnarok Collector's Editions Revealed, Two Have Mjolnir
@The_Moose It's how you increase sales. The fans stump up for a disc edition AND a collector's edition with the trinkets.
Re: What Remains of Edith Finch PS5 Version Supposedly in the Works
@Gloamin I guess you didn't get the memo that on the internet your personal opinions are facts. I didn't really enjoy the game to be honest but that just means I must have bad taste!
Re: God of War Ragnarok Dev Sony Santa Monica Demands Respect After Unsavoury Week
These people should have been sent a terrible jokey 8-bit style GoW game that stops them installing the full game when it is ready. Punish them for being terribly impatient.
Re: Random: EA Gets Destroyed for Trying to Meme About Single-Player Games on Twitter
@NEStalgia They're the things talking pictures try and copy but they can't match the level of special effects.
Re: Random: EA Gets Destroyed for Trying to Meme About Single-Player Games on Twitter
@Ryany I know right. I like to read books in a group too. We take a sentence each. Makes things a lot better although some of the drama is lost depending on the cadence switching from reader to reader.