Still playing Horizon Forbidden West. I know it doesn’t break any new ground in terms of open world games, but it’s gorgeous, and fighting robosaurs never gets old!
I buy almost entirely digital. In Canada, I’ve not seen physical games sold cheaper than digital, and Sony has frequent sales that make buying digital a more affordable option. Having said that, I feel like the sales in the last few years haven’t been anywhere near as good as they were during the early days of the PS4 era.
Still playing Horizon Forbidden West, which came with my PS5. Had to buy the console with this packed in, but I don’t mind; dozens of hours of gameplay, and absolutely stunning in 120HZ VRR!
@PixelDragon I got booted from EG for being critical on a couple of their articles. Not even using foul language or personal attacks. They’re going way overboard with censorship.
@Member_the_game It’s $65 which isn’t bad at all, but I’m still gonna wait. I almost never buy new games right away; better to wait for the patches to roll in and the price to drop!
Just started Horizon Forbidden West on PS5. Stunning! Tried the 40 fps mode but found it too choppy. Performance mode is butter smooth and often hits over 60 fps with VRR. Glad I waited until this one was all patched up.
Will wait for reviews, but previews have been surprisingly positive for this. Love me some Robocop, and it sounds like they may have captured the satire of the first film, and made Robocop feel like a tank.
@IAmAshCohen17 I’d argue that they need to increase their output a bit, but other than that, they just need to keep on doing what they’ve been doing. It WOULD be great if they seriously scaled back their GAAS plans, as well.
@Sakai Yeah, I think most of the rest of this generation will be a wash when it comes to quality first party single player (or just non GAAS) games. A shame and a waste.
The most surprising thing to me is that they’re chasing this trend now, late in the game (pardon the pun), when the vast majority of live service games that have launched have failed. As much as it sucks for those who are losing their jobs, at least it sounds like Sony is putting the kibosh on these games fairly early in their development if they’re not looking promising.
Seems really early to be shutting down the servers. Sony are really and about this (see: Everybody’s Golf). Feels like yet another anti-consumer move by the company.
Sony has becoming more anti consumer and anti gamer under his watch. From charging for PS4 to PS5 upgrades, to jacking PS Plus prices through the roof, to chasing the GAAS fad, to many other things, they’re showing their arrogance again. Hopefully whoever replaces him is more consumer facing, humble, and an actual gamer, which I don’t think Ryan is.
Not bad! Callisto could be good as a Dead Space placeholder (will buy DS when it’s cheap), and Weird West looks interesting. Not into Farming Simulator at all, but two out of three ain’t bad!
Is it just me, or are fewer games now offering preloads? I feel like I’ve seen a few examples of this lately, but wasn’t sure if this was becoming a trend.
@Jimmer-jammer It sounds like the “make the numbers go up” for damage aspect of the perks has essentially been stripped out in 2.0 with new perks unlocking new features and new ways to play instead.
A great excuse for a second play through, which I never do with epic RPGs. But not for awhile; finished my first play through over Christmas and loved it, but need a break! Will wait until the DLC is cheap and all the 2.0 patches are out.
Would love to play Starfield, but my name ain’t Richie Rich so I can’t afford both consoles (or a gaming PC). Genuinely sucks that Bethesda games are being money hatted away from others (I know Sony does this too, and that ain’t right either. But Bethesda were multiplatform for a long time).
Still playing Kingdoms of Amalur (which I’m really enjoying, in spite of the lazy remastering), and just started Zombie Army 4, which is great fun. A few races in Wreckfest (probably the best “arcade” racer so far this gen) to rinse the palette.
I was over on the 360 at this time. Sony’s arrogance with the PS3 at launch (I’ll admit they turned things around nicely) just completely turned me off. Plus, I was way more interested in Halo and Gears than anything Sony was doing. My, how times have changed…
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Re: Sony Takes Control of UK as PS5 Climbs to 51% Market Share
@trev666 AND arrogant, since they’re running away with this generation (again).
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 502
Still playing Horizon Forbidden West. I know it doesn’t break any new ground in terms of open world games, but it’s gorgeous, and fighting robosaurs never gets old!
Re: Physical Games Represented Just 4% of Sales for PlayStation Last Quarter
@Geep So I’ve heard! I wish it was like that here. I would definitely buy more physical games.
Re: Physical Games Represented Just 4% of Sales for PlayStation Last Quarter
I buy almost entirely digital. In Canada, I’ve not seen physical games sold cheaper than digital, and Sony has frequent sales that make buying digital a more affordable option. Having said that, I feel like the sales in the last few years haven’t been anywhere near as good as they were during the early days of the PS4 era.
Re: It's Clear to See Why Sony Isn't Calling the New PS5 Model 'Slim'
@Netret0120 Yeah, at least the disc drive “bulge” in the OG tapers, versus just being a stuck out chunk in the “slim”.
Re: It's Clear to See Why Sony Isn't Calling the New PS5 Model 'Slim'
Showing just one angle doesn’t tell the whole story, though.
Re: Dev Admits PS5, PS4 Tintin Game Is Unfinished on the Same Day It Releases
NEVER PREORDER. That is all.
Re: PlayStation Users to Be Considered 'Part of the Xbox Community', Says Xbox Boss
*****. If that was the case, he would have allowed Starfield to launch on PS5, as was originally planned.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 501
Still playing Horizon Forbidden West, which came with my PS5. Had to buy the console with this packed in, but I don’t mind; dozens of hours of gameplay, and absolutely stunning in 120HZ VRR!
Re: Destiny 2 Fans Demand Refunds for Next DLC After Bungie Layoffs
Sh**storm incoming! Hoping Bungie can pivot from this and give us a new, non-predatory game.
Re: Preview: Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora Elevates the Ubisoft Formula with a Stellar Setting
@PixelDragon I got booted from EG for being critical on a couple of their articles. Not even using foul language or personal attacks. They’re going way overboard with censorship.
Re: Poll: Do You Like Metal Gear Solid Delta's New Graphical Style?
Environments look good, Snake looks bad.
Re: EA Sports WRC's Trophy List Will Have You Driving Thousands of Miles for the Platinum
@Member_the_game It’s $65 which isn’t bad at all, but I’m still gonna wait. I almost never buy new games right away; better to wait for the patches to roll in and the price to drop!
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 499
Just started Horizon Forbidden West on PS5. Stunning! Tried the 40 fps mode but found it too choppy. Performance mode is butter smooth and often hits over 60 fps with VRR. Glad I waited until this one was all patched up.
Re: EA Sports WRC's Trophy List Will Have You Driving Thousands of Miles for the Platinum
Will get this on sale, but it looks great! Still playing Dirt Rally 2.0, and it’s very fun!
Re: Skipping RoboCop: Rogue City on PS5? You're Going to Need a New Plan
Will wait for reviews, but previews have been surprisingly positive for this. Love me some Robocop, and it sounds like they may have captured the satire of the first film, and made Robocop feel like a tank.
Re: PlayStation Allegedly Under Pressure to Make Major Gaming Acquisitions
@IAmAshCohen17 I’d argue that they need to increase their output a bit, but other than that, they just need to keep on doing what they’ve been doing. It WOULD be great if they seriously scaled back their GAAS plans, as well.
Re: US Retail Giant Best Buy Allegedly Binning Physical Media
Sucks. I’ll admit most of my games are digital, but I buy movies on disc. You can’t beat a 4K Blu Ray for top notch picture and sound.
Re: UFO Robot Grendizer Brings Classic 1970s Mecha Action to PS5, PS4 Next Month
Looks like it could be fun. We need more giant mech games! Hopefully this one turns out well.
Re: Cooperative Horde Shooter From Space Will Open Fire on PS5, PS4
Is there couch co-op? If so, my interest is piqued!
Re: The Gecko Gods Is a Chill Open World Adventure Crawling onto PS5, PS4 Next Year
Pretty watercolour graphics, and a chill vibe…this could be a nice tonic to the white knuckle action games I generally dig.
Re: PlayStation's Push for Live Service Games Hasn't Been Going Smoothly
@Sakai Yeah, I think most of the rest of this generation will be a wash when it comes to quality first party single player (or just non GAAS) games. A shame and a waste.
Re: PlayStation's Push for Live Service Games Hasn't Been Going Smoothly
The most surprising thing to me is that they’re chasing this trend now, late in the game (pardon the pun), when the vast majority of live service games that have launched have failed. As much as it sucks for those who are losing their jobs, at least it sounds like Sony is putting the kibosh on these games fairly early in their development if they’re not looking promising.
Re: Random: Push Square Was a Question in a UK Quiz Show
Awesome! Congratulations! Love this site.
Re: Delete PlayStation Account Search Traffic Rockets Following Alleged Security Breach
Well, the deadline has passed, and no publishing of the data, as far as I can tell, so…what did these douchebags actually accomplish, if anything?
Re: Chequered Flag for Gran Turismo Sport as Online Services Shut Down in January 2024
Seems really early to be shutting down the servers. Sony are really and about this (see: Everybody’s Golf). Feels like yet another anti-consumer move by the company.
Re: Reaction: PlayStation Boss Jim Ryan May Have Been Disliked, But Leaves Big Boots to Fill
Sony has becoming more anti consumer and anti gamer under his watch. From charging for PS4 to PS5 upgrades, to jacking PS Plus prices through the roof, to chasing the GAAS fad, to many other things, they’re showing their arrogance again. Hopefully whoever replaces him is more consumer facing, humble, and an actual gamer, which I don’t think Ryan is.
Re: PS Plus Essential Games for October 2023 Announced
Not bad! Callisto could be good as a Dead Space placeholder (will buy DS when it’s cheap), and Weird West looks interesting. Not into Farming Simulator at all, but two out of three ain’t bad!
Re: Rumour: PS Plus Essential Games for October Leaked
Callisto is an exciting addition; on my wish list so will save me a few bucks.
Re: Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty File Size Is Chunky on PS5
Is it just me, or are fewer games now offering preloads? I feel like I’ve seen a few examples of this lately, but wasn’t sure if this was becoming a trend.
Re: Review: PAYDAY 3 (PS5) - An Outdated Co-Op Heisting Experience
@AinsleyE Was about to say this. Seems like a really bad time for PC ports.
Re: Poll: Are You Playing Cyberpunk 2077 Update 2.0?
@Jimmer-jammer It sounds like the “make the numbers go up” for damage aspect of the perks has essentially been stripped out in 2.0 with new perks unlocking new features and new ways to play instead.
Re: Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection PS4 Will Launch Alongside PS5 Version on 24th October
@ArmoredMore A disaster remaster!
Re: Metal Gear Solid Locked at 30fps in PS5, PS4 Master Collection
More lazy, lousy ports that will probably sell quite well. Sigh.
Re: Full Cyberpunk 2077 2.0 Patch Notes are Here, Massive Update's Out Now on PS5
@nessisonett Hopefully downgrading from 4K will mean less frame rate drops.
Re: Full Cyberpunk 2077 2.0 Patch Notes are Here, Massive Update's Out Now on PS5
A great excuse for a second play through, which I never do with epic RPGs. But not for awhile; finished my first play through over Christmas and loved it, but need a break! Will wait until the DLC is cheap and all the 2.0 patches are out.
Re: The Crew Motorfest Outpaces Predecessors with the Series' Biggest Launch Ever
@N1ghtW1ng Yeah, that’s giving me pause as well. Not necessarily a deal breaker, but definitely an important (and annoying) caveat.
Re: Megaton Musashi: Wired Gears Up to Bring Elusive Mech Action to PS5, PS4
Looks fun! Sort of a combo of EDF and armoured core.
Re: Battlefield Takes Priority at Need for Speed Developer Criterion Games
They’re definitely talented, but assigning a studio with racing game expertise to work on Battlefield? Seems like a misuse of talent.
Re: Watch Your Step! Marvel's Spider-Man 2 Reportedly Features Fall Damage
Definitely turning this off, but as others have mentioned, great that it’s an option to those who want to raise the web-swinging stakes.
Re: PlayStation's 2024 Release Schedule Is Already a Joke
@PlayStationGamer3919 I would be surprised if Wolverine launches next year. I’d say 2025 is more likely, but who knows?
Re: Poll: Was Sony's Latest State of Play Worth the Wait?
My expectations were low, and it failed to even meet them.
Re: Poor Immortals of Aveum Sales Leads to Significant Lay-Offs
A shame that they won’t get the chance to iterate and improve on this interesting concept. Best of luck to all of those who are affected.
Re: Helldivers 2 Confirmed for State of Play Livestream
Nice! This one is looking good!
Re: State of Play Livestream Revealed for Thursday, a Focus on Indie and Third-Party Games
Space Marine 2 release date, please!
Re: Mortal Kombat 1's PS5 Trophies Won't Take Long to Finish Them
Headline should read “Mortal Kombat 1’s PS5 Trophies Won’t Take Long to Finish”. Don’t need “them” at the end; it’s redundant.
Re: UK Sales Charts: Starfield Soars While Mortal Kombat Hype Brings Back 11
Would love to play Starfield, but my name ain’t Richie Rich so I can’t afford both consoles (or a gaming PC). Genuinely sucks that Bethesda games are being money hatted away from others (I know Sony does this too, and that ain’t right either. But Bethesda were multiplatform for a long time).
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 493
Still playing Kingdoms of Amalur (which I’m really enjoying, in spite of the lazy remastering), and just started Zombie Army 4, which is great fun. A few races in Wreckfest (probably the best “arcade” racer so far this gen) to rinse the palette.
Re: This 13-Year-Old Game Dev Is Making a PS5 Exclusive
Wow! Good on him! Looks fun. His parents must be very proud; that’s quite the accomplishment. Kudos, lad!
Re: Sony's E3 2010 Press Conference, the One with Kevin Butler, Revived in 1080p
I was over on the 360 at this time. Sony’s arrogance with the PS3 at launch (I’ll admit they turned things around nicely) just completely turned me off. Plus, I was way more interested in Halo and Gears than anything Sony was doing. My, how times have changed…