If I'm top brass at Insomniac, Blue Point, SSM, Sucker Punch or Housemarque I'm threatening a mutiny to Sony top brass to stop this nonsense. I think GG and ND can pull off what they are working on and we all know Bungie can. But everyone else needs to take a stand. Either get it together or find yourself looking like Xbox does rn.
Who would have thought that Xboxs lack of foresight regarding Series S would lead to Playstation actually having a monster "exclusive" rpg in BG3 to compete for your free time Against Starfield
FF6 and Chrono Trugger are considered the holy grail of JRPGs. I personally don't think out if a Remastered port should either be touched. As much as I did enjoy FF7R I still don't think the trilogy will hold a candle to the original. Sea of Stars looks to be the best turned bases rpg in quite a lone time if the demo is anything to go off of
No love for Cecil...he was my second choice after Cloud. They should do a poll that has every mainline party member. Part of me thinks the overall favorite character wouldn't be the main protagonist
Awesome!! One of my most anticipated titles this year. The messenger was amazing and I'll be v excited to see how they do an rpg. Looks like a homage to Chrono Trigger and Secrets of Mana
Finally downloaded the Halo Infinite campaign on my Series last night. It's got good nostalgia thing going. Gameplay is fun, sorry inoffensive so far lol. Then I'm either going for FF16 or Pikmin 4
Sad thing is the system was an utter beast, with ps2 components inside for true BC along with a BluRay player that was stand alone 1k when this thing launched. It was marketed poorly but was a STEAL when it released. Ps3 might be my favorite of them all. Journey, Killzone, Uncharted, TLoU, Motor Storm, Demon Souls, MGS4....it had so, so many bangers
The biggest concern is always online coupled with subscriptions. If your internet is out no game, if your sub runs out no game. The lines of ownership are blurring fast.
@BlueWeezer Aspyr is no longer the developer. Apparently, things weren't going well. The studio that has taken over is listed as 'Internal Embracer Group' studio. I also believe at one point Saber Interactive was involved once Aspyr couldn't make significant progress
Dude is in the upper pantheon of game developers. And for everyone who cant stand Neil....Wells must see something worth passing the torch. I highly doubt he was pushed out and I also don't think Sony would blindly give Neil the keys.
@TheCollector316 of course not! Lol. But that level of overkill is alarming. Especially when you hear all the moaning and groaning about budget issues and dev cycles. Maybe AAA games wouldn't take 6 years if they didn't spend half their day playing snooker, talking to a therapist, praying and getting Lattes? I'm being slightly facetious but also a little serious here
I just hate that nobody thinks there is a shot (pun...intended...maybe) at making anything to compete. It's a shame that's where we are. The next CoD doesn't have to have a half billion to make. It needs innovation and devs that are wizards with their craft. It will take a widely successful first entry with a decent budget and then every major pub chomping at the bit to put out your sophomore effort. It can be done. It would take probably 3 iterations or releases to gain/steal popularity from CoD but it can be done. Or am I just crazy?
Mgs4 is some of the best gameplay in the series in my opinion but damn it's also that most long-winded and convoluted too lol...that's saying something for a Kojima game
Just please have Costa del Sol, Cosmo Canyon, Gongaga, Nibelheim, Rocket Town, Junon, Mideel and Gold Saucer fully realized. Make the subtle changes you need but don't omit massively fun parts of the game to push narrative nonsense. I highly expect Wutai to be DLC for some reason. I also expect part 3 to have a MASSIVE city of the ancients. Highly anticipated by me....seeing as its my number 1/2 game of all time. Can never decide if FF7 or Chrono Trigger is my definitive gaming moment
I could dream a Hotline Miami 3 lol. Ib know it's not happening. Hopefully, whatever Dennaton Games is making is shown. There have only been a few clips posted in the past years
But but Sony looooved the concept from Haven. Was going to change the gaming world lol. Co-op PVP heist shooter doesn't scream original or ground breaking in any way. Jim Ryan has managed to keep things quality while being wholly unlikable. If he pulls an "Xbox Don" I will be very said. Dude. Can single handed destroy the brand if he isn't careful
@RudeAnimat0r keep it for another 20 years and then maybe. Why sell it for the price of a utility bill when you could maybe sell it for a trip you always wanted or a car you wish you could have. Keep it my dude!! I have so, so many unopened Legos, TMNT Figures, collector editions of games...all for my son. My parents wouldnt/couldn't have had a clue what a boxed copy of SMB3 or Chrono trigger would fetch today. I know these things and randomly buy something that I think will appreciate for my family.
1, 3, 2, 5, 4. All are very good though. First time I heard the symphony on ps3 was magical. 1 just hit different because of it being wrapped in my childhood years.
Edit: I know not Playstation but Dreamcast and GameCube were also phenomenal
@Balie3000 it's actually a REALLY loud minority. If I remember correctly Bloodborne only sold 2-3 million copies. That's not exactly gangbusters. I'd be all for it but I'm sure some of the hesitation stems from those numbers. But with the absurd popularity of Elden Ring that could easily boost sales for those that never played
@GodofCapcom oh for sure. They are all great Devs as well. What SP did with GoT was amazing. Bluepoint killed the DS remake and I looooooved Returnal. I also loved everything else Housemarque did...all the way back to the amazing Resogun.
I really need to finish Hogwartz lol. Can't wait for this. I absolutely loved the first game. And Dambuster seems to really have enjoyed picking up the pieces and making this their own.
Still Hogwartz Legacy. One of my favorites in many years. I have done a replay of Chrono Trigger or FF7 (OG) in a while...been getting that itch again. Also maybe some even more retro. Super Mario World and Ninja Gaiden carts have been staring me in the face for a minute lol
I'm not sure I understand this. Lol. Xbox has a massive war chest of money andNintendo stays with a nice war chest as well. They are 2 private entities coming to an agreement on a deal. Why aren't they all over SE, Capcom and the other dev/pubs that are signing the dotted line as well. Also, has anyone ever heard of a solid business relationship? Sony apparently know how to treat devs/pubs financially and otherwise to get the deals done.
Still not sure exactly what to make of this. The team is obviously passionate about LotR and Tolkien lore. I'm assuming it's like a stealth/platformer from the videos I watch. Gollum will have to have some means of combat but I've yet to see it
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Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 499
SM2 and Mario Wonder for the win. Also, almost finished with the absolutely amazing Sea of Stars
Re: 'Gollum-Like' King Kong Game Is Getting Torn to Shreds Online
At least gollum wasn't that hideous. It's literally like an end of ps2/beginning of ps3 game in the graphics department.
Re: The Last of Us 2 PS5 Remaster Seems to Be Real
Should have been both games bundled for msrp. I will not purchase this just like the last at 70$
Re: Housemarque to Establish 'the Nordics' Most Advanced Gaming Headquarters' in 2024
Hopefully it's too use the talent to make something awesome like their past efforts and not some Jim Ryan live crap
Re: PlayStation's Push for Live Service Games Hasn't Been Going Smoothly
If I'm top brass at Insomniac, Blue Point, SSM, Sucker Punch or Housemarque I'm threatening a mutiny to Sony top brass to stop this nonsense. I think GG and ND can pull off what they are working on and we all know Bungie can. But everyone else needs to take a stand. Either get it together or find yourself looking like Xbox does rn.
Re: FromSoftware Still Can't Get the Frame Rate Right in Armored Core 6, PS5 Analysis Shows
From has always been a solid but flawed developer. The GOAT praise for them is baffling to me.
Re: Goodbye Volcano High (PS5) - Wonderfully Written, But Stumbles on the Rhythm
@Kidfried not the mama
Re: Goodbye Volcano High (PS5) - Wonderfully Written, But Stumbles on the Rhythm
So the actual gameplay doesn't work....all right then.
Re: Moss Developer Goes Live Service in Glassbreakers, a Multiplayer VR Title
Bummer. More moss or new IP. No matter how good this may actually be it'll be doa
Re: Sea of Stars (PS5) - PS Plus Extra's Retro-Inspired RPG Is the Whole Package
@Quintumply thanks! Another solid and informative read! Happy gaming!
Re: Sea of Stars (PS5) - PS Plus Extra's Retro-Inspired RPG Is the Whole Package
@Quintumply I might have overlooked it but what's the grind status? Can you get crazy OP if you want to or do enemies level with you?
Re: Cyberpunk 2077 2.0 Update Will Launch 'a Little Bit Before' Phantom Liberty, Says a Cheeky CDPR
I might finally play this. Only took them 11 years to make it proper lol.
Re: PS5 Pulling Ahead in the UK Thanks to Sony's Summer Sale
@ApostateMage mine too!!
Re: Street Fighter 6 Under Fire for Ridiculous Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles DLC Pricing
This has got to be a Nickelodeon or Paramount thing. I can't imagine Capcom would price it like this.
Re: No, Baldur's Gate 3 Doesn't Have a New PS5 Release Date
Who would have thought that Xboxs lack of foresight regarding Series S would lead to Playstation actually having a monster "exclusive" rpg in BG3 to compete for your free time Against Starfield
Re: The Fantasy 6 Remake Talk Has Started Again
FF6 and Chrono Trugger are considered the holy grail of JRPGs. I personally don't think out if a Remastered port should either be touched. As much as I did enjoy FF7R I still don't think the trilogy will hold a candle to the original. Sea of Stars looks to be the best turned bases rpg in quite a lone time if the demo is anything to go off of
Re: Poll: Who's the Best Final Fantasy Protagonist?
No love for Cecil...he was my second choice after Cloud. They should do a poll that has every mainline party member. Part of me thinks the overall favorite character wouldn't be the main protagonist
Re: PS Plus Extra, Premium Members Get This Anticipated PS5, PS4 RPG on Day One Next Month
Awesome!! One of my most anticipated titles this year. The messenger was amazing and I'll be v excited to see how they do an rpg. Looks like a homage to Chrono Trigger and Secrets of Mana
Re: Insomniac Games May Have a Third AAA PS5 Exclusive in Development
Best studio in the game right now. They have a cadence that NOBODY can touch. 1st, 2nd or 3rd party. Let's go Resistance!!
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 486
Finally downloaded the Halo Infinite campaign on my Series last night. It's got good nostalgia thing going. Gameplay is fun, sorry inoffensive so far lol. Then I'm either going for FF16 or Pikmin 4
Re: Sony's Infamous E3 2006 Conference Now Viewable in Clear 1080p
Sad thing is the system was an utter beast, with ps2 components inside for true BC along with a BluRay player that was stand alone 1k when this thing launched. It was marketed poorly but was a STEAL when it released. Ps3 might be my favorite of them all. Journey, Killzone, Uncharted, TLoU, Motor Storm, Demon Souls, MGS4....it had so, so many bangers
Re: Every Little Helps! UK Giant Tesco Will Stop Stocking Physical Video Games
The biggest concern is always online coupled with subscriptions. If your internet is out no game, if your sub runs out no game. The lines of ownership are blurring fast.
Re: Star Wars Outlaws' PS5 Planets Will All Be Handcrafted and Feel Like a Journey
@BlueWeezer Aspyr is no longer the developer. Apparently, things weren't going well. The studio that has taken over is listed as 'Internal Embracer Group' studio. I also believe at one point Saber Interactive was involved once Aspyr couldn't make significant progress
Re: Naughty Dog Co-President Evan Wells Announces His Retirement
Dude is in the upper pantheon of game developers. And for everyone who cant stand Neil....Wells must see something worth passing the torch. I highly doubt he was pushed out and I also don't think Sony would blindly give Neil the keys.
Re: PlayStation Developer Firesprite Has Moved to a New Studio, and It Looks Expensive
@NotSoCryptic "Playstations largest UK-based developer"
Re: PlayStation Developer Firesprite Has Moved to a New Studio, and It Looks Expensive
@TheCollector316 of course not! Lol. But that level of overkill is alarming. Especially when you hear all the moaning and groaning about budget issues and dev cycles. Maybe AAA games wouldn't take 6 years if they didn't spend half their day playing snooker, talking to a therapist, praying and getting Lattes? I'm being slightly facetious but also a little serious here
Re: PlayStation Developer Firesprite Has Moved to a New Studio, and It Looks Expensive
We wonder why budgets are out of control. They make games not cure disease smh
Re: Final Fantasy 16 Is the Seventh Best Final Fantasy Game According to Fans
@emj2010 are you me lol. Literally my exact order. I flip flop or 4 and 6 sometimes though. Excellent taste good sir or madam!!
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 483
XSS- Jurassic World Evo 2. It's addicting lol
PS5- It's either gonna be FF16 or Dead Island 2 haven't started either
Switch- Bowsers Fury
Re: Call of Duty Netted Almost $1 Billion in Revenue for PlayStation in USA Alone
I just hate that nobody thinks there is a shot (pun...intended...maybe) at making anything to compete. It's a shame that's where we are. The next CoD doesn't have to have a half billion to make. It needs innovation and devs that are wizards with their craft. It will take a widely successful first entry with a decent budget and then every major pub chomping at the bit to put out your sophomore effort. It can be done. It would take probably 3 iterations or releases to gain/steal popularity from CoD but it can be done. Or am I just crazy?
Re: Metal Gear Solid 4, 5, Peace Walker Reportedly in Master Collection Vol. 2
Mgs4 is some of the best gameplay in the series in my opinion but damn it's also that most long-winded and convoluted too lol...that's saying something for a Kojima game
Re: Random: Talented Pixel Artist Recreates Chrono Trigger's Leene Square in Glorious HD-2D
Probably my favorite game of all time. I wished it was on Switch or ps5. I hate having to break out my snes, wii or ps3 to play.
Re: Scrolling PS5, PS4 Beat-'Em-Up Sensation TMNT: Shredder's Revenge Reveals DLC
@Kidfunkadelic83 I think we get one for sure. This will have to hold you over!! Lol
Re: Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth PS5 Dev Progressing Smoothly, Release Date Being Nailed Down
Just please have Costa del Sol, Cosmo Canyon, Gongaga, Nibelheim, Rocket Town, Junon, Mideel and Gold Saucer fully realized. Make the subtle changes you need but don't omit massively fun parts of the game to push narrative nonsense. I highly expect Wutai to be DLC for some reason. I also expect part 3 to have a MASSIVE city of the ancients. Highly anticipated by me....seeing as its my number 1/2 game of all time. Can never decide if FF7 or Chrono Trigger is my definitive gaming moment
Re: Expect Utter Carnage As Devolver Digital Schedules Livestream
I could dream a Hotline Miami 3 lol. Ib know it's not happening. Hopefully, whatever Dennaton Games is making is shown. There have only been a few clips posted in the past years
Re: Sony's Huge Days of Play Sale on PS Plus Subs, PS5 Games, Accessories, Begins This Week
@wiiware if you have the extra tier for plus Rift Apart was recently added =)
Re: Fairgame$ May Be Sony's Most Tone Deaf PS5, PC Title to Date
But but Sony looooved the concept from Haven. Was going to change the gaming world lol. Co-op PVP heist shooter doesn't scream original or ground breaking in any way. Jim Ryan has managed to keep things quality while being wholly unlikable. If he pulls an "Xbox Don" I will be very said. Dude. Can single handed destroy the brand if he isn't careful
Re: Impressive and Beautiful Marvel's Spider-Man 2 Made with 'No Compromises' for PS5
Insomniac is Playstations work horse. They are as talented as any studio but still hit solid time frames
Re: PS1 Stunner Herc's Adventures Likely Coming to PS Plus Premium
@RudeAnimat0r keep it for another 20 years and then maybe. Why sell it for the price of a utility bill when you could maybe sell it for a trip you always wanted or a car you wish you could have. Keep it my dude!! I have so, so many unopened Legos, TMNT Figures, collector editions of games...all for my son. My parents wouldnt/couldn't have had a clue what a boxed copy of SMB3 or Chrono trigger would fetch today. I know these things and randomly buy something that I think will appreciate for my family.
Re: Poll: What's the Best PlayStation Startup Sequence?
@lacerz D was still pretty terrifying imo. I'm shocked someone else remembers that game lol.
Re: Poll: What's the Best PlayStation Startup Sequence?
1, 3, 2, 5, 4. All are very good though. First time I heard the symphony on ps3 was magical. 1 just hit different because of it being wrapped in my childhood years.
Edit: I know not Playstation but Dreamcast and GameCube were also phenomenal
Re: Oh No, the Bloodborne Remake Rumours Have Returned
@Balie3000 it's actually a REALLY loud minority. If I remember correctly Bloodborne only sold 2-3 million copies. That's not exactly gangbusters. I'd be all for it but I'm sure some of the hesitation stems from those numbers. But with the absurd popularity of Elden Ring that could easily boost sales for those that never played
Re: Gran Turismo Movie's First Trailer Tells the Whole Tale in Two Minutes
Perfect popcorn flick on the big screen. Honestly, it looks any better than it has any right to
Re: Horizon Burning Shores Is a Technical Masterclass on PS5, Says New Analysis
@GodofCapcom oh for sure. They are all great Devs as well. What SP did with GoT was amazing. Bluepoint killed the DS remake and I looooooved Returnal. I also loved everything else Housemarque did...all the way back to the amazing Resogun.
Re: Horizon Burning Shores Is a Technical Masterclass on PS5, Says New Analysis
GG, SSM, Insomniac and ND are the benchmark or standard for what teams should be able to do or strive to do.
Re: One of PS5, PS4's Best Exclusive Devs Has Grown to Over 500 Staff
Insomniac is a team full of wizards I swear.
Re: Dead Island 2 Launch Trailer Brings a Nine-Year Wait to an End
I really need to finish Hogwartz lol. Can't wait for this. I absolutely loved the first game. And Dambuster seems to really have enjoyed picking up the pieces and making this their own.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 472
Still Hogwartz Legacy. One of my favorites in many years. I have done a replay of Chrono Trigger or FF7 (OG) in a while...been getting that itch again. Also maybe some even more retro. Super Mario World and Ninja Gaiden carts have been staring me in the face for a minute lol
Re: American Senators Continue to Target Sony Over PS5, PS4 Timed Exclusives
I'm not sure I understand this. Lol. Xbox has a massive war chest of money andNintendo stays with a nice war chest as well. They are 2 private entities coming to an agreement on a deal. Why aren't they all over SE, Capcom and the other dev/pubs that are signing the dotted line as well. Also, has anyone ever heard of a solid business relationship? Sony apparently know how to treat devs/pubs financially and otherwise to get the deals done.
Re: The Lord of the Rings: Gollum Will Actually Come Out Next Month on PS5, PS4
Still not sure exactly what to make of this. The team is obviously passionate about LotR and Tolkien lore. I'm assuming it's like a stealth/platformer from the videos I watch. Gollum will have to have some means of combat but I've yet to see it