@PSme I love the boxarts and filmposters of the 80's and 90's. Most were really pieces of art, the only downside was that not every epic cover represents how the game was...
@NEStalgia yeah I agree. XIII is more like a rollercoaster ride, it really missed the slow moments in the towns, but I still enjoyed the game for what it did. The same with XV. Even though you could notice that alot was missing, the great parts were really great. Alot of what worked can be found back in both remake/rebirth and XVI.
For me XVI has the most in common with X. Even in the way the story is told. You can easily compare the highpoints of both stories and see a lot of parallels. Even the ending feels the same.
@3Above @NEStalgia I actually loved XIII at launch. Yes it was more linear experience then previous FF's but if you really go back so was X. XIII for me feels like a mix of VII and VIII. I mean you can even compare a lot of the characters with each other.
I think the reason people hate on some entries is because they compare it to the entry they love. Final Fantasy has always been a series were each mainline is a hit or miss for you. You can either completely love everything from one game and feel completely disappointed with the next one.
I'm a big FF fan and like each entry because it brings something else. XV is the only one that really left me disappointed, but that game is just ruined because it lost its identity in the development hell it was in.
I'm not going to play it this time. The ending remains unchanged and that for me it doesn't make sense to have this dlc. The ending is the way because Clive doesn't get Leviathans power, in the dlc he gets it. Maybe it gets explained in the dlc but to me it seems they didn't think it through completely.
Might be the real reason there were no first party announcements. I imagine a pro reveal with a lot of first party game being announced along with it just to proof it's existence.
Great game. Hope insomniac will make a new one this gen. Or are given the keys to Jak and daxter, since Naughty dog isn't likely to be making another one.
Why give these so called analysts a podium. All they do it compare incomplete numbers, and not taking the current world state into account. Let Sony and Square-enix decide if it meets expectations or not. Stop posting this news Push square. We know it now, you don't like this game for some reason. Let it go.
When you look at how huge the catalogue of games is for the PSone and the PS2, it is even more underwhelming to see how few games they have for the subscription. I'm sure Sony could do more to get more titles for it.
In other words: the game will launch incomplete as we cut content on purpose. So we can ask almost full price again. Remember when the would just make proper sequels to sell new content.
It's a shame they ruined this game with the passes and micro transactions. I bought one season pass because my kids love frozen, but immediately decided to never do that again for this game. You can't even play every level in a season because you need certain characters on specific levels to be able to play and finish those. So unless you put in a lot of money you won't be able to do everything.
It's a shame because the core gameplay is good and fun. Then again it does show what Disney is in it's current state.
I blame dlc and in game micro-transactions in games, wich are sometimes just pay to win content. I think that's more damaging then those gamers that can't deal with losing a match online.
I hope Nintendo will keep this up with the next console. But for some reason if a gaming company is successful one gen the next they will fail or stumble. The only exceptions were nes-snes and psone-ps2. Bust be some curse or something.
I'm not a big fan of multiple possible endings in big rpg's. FF X-2 left me with a trauma locking me from the best ending because of one choice.... Still going to try this game ones I'm finished with all the other big rpg's. Need to buy some extra time.
I haven't played it yet, but if it's really in that bad shape as people claim, they should be ashamed of what they released. However it's nearly impossible for a giant rpg to not occasionally have some frame drops or popins, especially if it's a really detailed world.
I only played the first jak and daxter game. Back in the PS2 I couldn't afford to buy every game I wanted. Looking forward to try this one. The PSP had some amazing gems.
Would be great if they did remake the originals like they did with crash and Spyro.
@dskatter I agree with you 100%. I'm personally not bothered by it as I don't like the original ending and have no intention of playing more of it, but I can understand the normal reactions ( not the outraged ones) regarding very fast change.
@dskatter I think this time it's more about the straight up lying to the fans of the original. Alot of questions were asked about episode aigis and they stated that they were not going to release the expansion after release or had any plans of it in the future.
Alot of great games are coming and these are just the ones we know about. I do have to say, most games look really dark in mood. Some color full happier games might be needed on the platform.
Just look at what Smash bros did, and use that. Release a full game, with both single player and online content. Release different fighter passes along the way to keep the game in the news, and keep ripping people of. Most of these games have the potential but fail because of the greed of the studios to make the most money in the shortest time possible.
@GuttyYZ maybe they'll split part 2 in two seasons. And who knows how far part 3 is. They are working on multiple games so it might be further in development then most expect it to be.
I haven't finished rebirth yet so I don't know exactly how it ends, but my feeling is that part 3 will be more lineair then part 2. Rebirth is all about exploring the world and it's locations and enjoying alot of mini games. They did say at the start they want to make each game feel like a different experience. Just hope we don't have to wait to long.
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Re: Embracer Group Is Now Splitting into Three Separate Companies
I can't take it seriously with those names.
Re: Physical PS5 Copies of Resident Evil 2, 3, and 7 Briefly Listed by Romanian Retailer
Might pick up RE2
Re: Sony Collaborating on SEGA's Golden Axe Animated Series
@PSme I love the boxarts and filmposters of the 80's and 90's. Most were really pieces of art, the only downside was that not every epic cover represents how the game was...
Re: Poll: Are You Playing Final Fantasy 16: The Rising Tide?
@Shepherd_Tallon I never played XI either. I must say I never found that game in the store back then.
The something new and different in every mainline is what I love the most about FF, every game brings something new to the table and keeps it fresh.
Re: Poll: Are You Playing Final Fantasy 16: The Rising Tide?
@NEStalgia yeah I agree. XIII is more like a rollercoaster ride, it really missed the slow moments in the towns, but I still enjoyed the game for what it did. The same with XV. Even though you could notice that alot was missing, the great parts were really great. Alot of what worked can be found back in both remake/rebirth and XVI.
For me XVI has the most in common with X. Even in the way the story is told. You can easily compare the highpoints of both stories and see a lot of parallels. Even the ending feels the same.
Re: It Looks Like Kena: Bridge of Spirits Is Heading to New Platforms
A great game. Hopefully they will also make sequel in the future for PS5.
Re: Sony Collaborating on SEGA's Golden Axe Animated Series
That box art just screams 80's movies. You will never see a box art like that again.
Re: Poll: Are You Playing Final Fantasy 16: The Rising Tide?
@3Above @NEStalgia I actually loved XIII at launch. Yes it was more linear experience then previous FF's but if you really go back so was X. XIII for me feels like a mix of VII and VIII. I mean you can even compare a lot of the characters with each other.
I think the reason people hate on some entries is because they compare it to the entry they love. Final Fantasy has always been a series were each mainline is a hit or miss for you. You can either completely love everything from one game and feel completely disappointed with the next one.
I'm a big FF fan and like each entry because it brings something else. XV is the only one that really left me disappointed, but that game is just ruined because it lost its identity in the development hell it was in.
Re: Poll: Are You Playing Final Fantasy 16: The Rising Tide?
I'm not going to play it this time. The ending remains unchanged and that for me it doesn't make sense to have this dlc. The ending is the way because Clive doesn't get Leviathans power, in the dlc he gets it. Maybe it gets explained in the dlc but to me it seems they didn't think it through completely.
Re: Fallout 4 Sales Up 7,500% in Europe as Bethesda Series Dominates
This is exactly the reason why Sony is making a series or movie of every IP these days. Best marketing for a game.
Re: GTA Publisher Laying Off 5% of Workforce and Cancelling 'Several' Games
Feeling max pain. Hopefully everyone affected can find a job elsewhere to keep doing the thing they love.
Re: Prepare Yourself for Incoming Metaphor: ReFantazio Livestreams
@Nem didn't know that, so this is more comparable to a Tales or Star ocean game with a persona coat?
Re: Sony Takes Down PS5 Pro YouTube Leak, Suggesting It's All Legit
Might be the real reason there were no first party announcements. I imagine a pro reveal with a lot of first party game being announced along with it just to proof it's existence.
Re: Prepare Yourself for Incoming Metaphor: ReFantazio Livestreams
The reveal looked great. Basically persona 6 with a different name. Definitely going to tune in to see more of it.
Re: Sonic the Hedgehog 3 Film Casts Shadow, Voiced by Keanu Reeves
Jim Carrey and Keanu Reeves in one movie. That makes the movie already gold in my book.
Re: Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth's Rage-Inducing Retry Wording Has Been Quietly Re-Worked
It was a nice mini puzzle game.
Re: 2016's Ratchet & Clank Reboot Gets Fan-Favourite Gun in Free Update
Great game. Hope insomniac will make a new one this gen. Or are given the keys to Jak and daxter, since Naughty dog isn't likely to be making another one.
Re: Despite Hype, Analyst Says Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth 'Underperforming'
Why give these so called analysts a podium. All they do it compare incomplete numbers, and not taking the current world state into account. Let Sony and Square-enix decide if it meets expectations or not. Stop posting this news Push square. We know it now, you don't like this game for some reason. Let it go.
Re: Poll: Are You Happy with Your PS Plus Extra, Premium Games for April 2024?
When you look at how huge the catalogue of games is for the PSone and the PS2, it is even more underwhelming to see how few games they have for the subscription. I'm sure Sony could do more to get more titles for it.
Re: Final Fantasy 7 Remake Part 3 Expected to Release Around 2027, Says Square Enix
Makes sense. So kingdom hearts 4 2025/2026. And maybe that rumored FFIX remake
Re: Stellar Blade's Demo Had Way More Daily Active Players Than Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth's
I feel like Push Square didn't like the ending of rebirth and are trying to take shots at the game as much as they can.
Re: $130 Version of Star Wars Outlaws Under Fire as Ubisoft Prices Increase
In other words: the game will launch incomplete as we cut content on purpose. So we can ask almost full price again. Remember when the would just make proper sequels to sell new content.
Re: Players of PS5, PS4 Racer Disney Speedstorm Are Seething with Road Rage
It's a shame they ruined this game with the passes and micro transactions. I bought one season pass because my kids love frozen, but immediately decided to never do that again for this game. You can't even play every level in a season because you need certain characters on specific levels to be able to play and finish those. So unless you put in a lot of money you won't be able to do everything.
It's a shame because the core gameplay is good and fun. Then again it does show what Disney is in it's current state.
Re: Tekken 8 Boss Says Younger Players Prefer Team-Based Games Because They Can Blame Losses on Others
I blame dlc and in game micro-transactions in games, wich are sometimes just pay to win content. I think that's more damaging then those gamers that can't deal with losing a match online.
Re: Rumour: Sony to Host Big PlayStation Event Next Month
Normally I say they should only show when it's close to release. But they need to start showing games from PS Studios.
Re: Japan Sales Charts: Dragon's Dogma 2, Rise of the Ronin Can't Beat Princess Peach
I hope Nintendo will keep this up with the next console. But for some reason if a gaming company is successful one gen the next they will fail or stumble. The only exceptions were nes-snes and psone-ps2. Bust be some curse or something.
Re: Extra Evil Endings Planned for Baldur's Gate 3
I'm not a big fan of multiple possible endings in big rpg's. FF X-2 left me with a trauma locking me from the best ending because of one choice.... Still going to try this game ones I'm finished with all the other big rpg's. Need to buy some extra time.
Re: Capcom Responds to Dragon's Dogma 2 Microtransaction, Performance Backlash
I haven't played it yet, but if it's really in that bad shape as people claim, they should be ashamed of what they released. However it's nearly impossible for a giant rpg to not occasionally have some frame drops or popins, especially if it's a really detailed world.
Re: Final Fantasy 16: The Rising Tide Expansion Releases on PS5 in April
Looks promising. The question will be if the ending changes now, considering he gets Leviathans Power.
Re: Dragon's Dogma 2 Slated for Adding Sinister PS5 Microtransactions at Launch
@Cloud39472 it seems that every PS5 exclusive needs to be torn down, just to make a point that the PS5 isn't a good console and meets expectations.
Re: Dragon's Dogma 2 Slated for Adding Sinister PS5 Microtransactions at Launch
Capcom going fully circle back to the PS3 days. Too bad they were going so strong.
Re: First Rise of the Ronin PS5 Review Score Is Sky-High
Can't wait for this. I just finished the story of ffvii rebirth, so I'm going to do as much side content as I can before this comes out.
Re: Jak & Daxter: The Lost Frontier Unearths Another Retro Platinum Trophy for PS5, PS4
I only played the first jak and daxter game. Back in the PS2 I couldn't afford to buy every game I wanted. Looking forward to try this one. The PSP had some amazing gems.
Would be great if they did remake the originals like they did with crash and Spyro.
Re: Empire of the Ants May Be the Most Photorealistic Game on PS5
This looks incredible. I might get this, even if it's just to fool everyone in thinking they are watching a documentary.
Re: Persona 3 Reload: Episode Aigis Will Be Locked Behind Expansion Pass
@dskatter I agree with you 100%. I'm personally not bothered by it as I don't like the original ending and have no intention of playing more of it, but I can understand the normal reactions ( not the outraged ones) regarding very fast change.
Re: Persona 3 Reload: Episode Aigis Will Be Locked Behind Expansion Pass
@dskatter I think this time it's more about the straight up lying to the fans of the original. Alot of questions were asked about episode aigis and they stated that they were not going to release the expansion after release or had any plans of it in the future.
Re: PS5's Stellar Blade, Rise of the Ronin Headline New Montage Trailer
Alot of great games are coming and these are just the ones we know about. I do have to say, most games look really dark in mood. Some color full happier games might be needed on the platform.
Re: Stellar Blade's Physical PS5 Pre-Order Bonuses in Korea Are Stunning
@MrMagic that would indeed be a much better boxart. I haven't known about this game , then that type of boxart would convince me of buying it.
Re: Mascot Brawler MultiVersus Appears Poised to Make Its Big PS5, PS4 Comeback
Just look at what Smash bros did, and use that. Release a full game, with both single player and online content. Release different fighter passes along the way to keep the game in the news, and keep ripping people of. Most of these games have the potential but fail because of the greed of the studios to make the most money in the shortest time possible.
Re: The Last of Us HBO Season 2 Announces Castings for Manny, Owen, Mel, and Nora
@GuttyYZ maybe they'll split part 2 in two seasons. And who knows how far part 3 is. They are working on multiple games so it might be further in development then most expect it to be.
Re: Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth Director Already Teasing What Comes Next
I haven't finished rebirth yet so I don't know exactly how it ends, but my feeling is that part 3 will be more lineair then part 2. Rebirth is all about exploring the world and it's locations and enjoying alot of mini games. They did say at the start they want to make each game feel like a different experience. Just hope we don't have to wait to long.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 518
Final Fantasy VII rebirth! Waited so long for this.
Re: Mega, Man! Street Fighter 6's PS5, PS4 Fighter Pass Focuses on the Blue Bomber
If only they focused on an actual Mega man game. Would love to see a new 2D game or a 3D game this time.
Re: Kingdom Hearts Surfaces to Celebrate Launch of Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth
Kingdom Hearts 4 winter 2025? That would be amazing.
Re: You've Made It This Far, You Don't Need to Watch Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth's PS5 Launch Trailer
Be careful on YouTube everyone. There are alot of thumbnails and titles with major spoilers.
Re: Naughty Dog Boss Neil Druckmann Doesn't Want to Make Games Forever
He got a taste of Hollywood and now he wants more of it. Maybe the last of us 3 is his swan song.
Re: Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth's PS5 Disc Labels Are Wrong in Japan, Asia
It's like reading a Manga.
Re: GTA 6 on PS5 Will Seemingly Include ScHoolboy Q's Music
The first thing I do in every GTA. Find the best radio station for me.
Re: Unannounced Games from PlayStation Studios Have Been Cancelled
I feel Sony is going to work more with third party developers to make second party games. Pretty much going back to their roots.
Re: Clive Rosfield and Karlach Host the Future Games Show Spring Showcase Next Month
@AdamNovice I love watching playstation access. Only wish they would bring back that Friday feature.