Definitely not my favorite RE game, that crown goes to RE2 Remake (OG 2 was my fave before), but it is certainly the most fun RE game I've played in some time. I'm just hoping further installments remain in the realm of horror. 7 accomplished that return, but 8, as fun as it is, just turns into Michael Bay film near the end.
@hypnotoad Difference is Terminator: Resistance was kind of piss-poor to begin with on the PS4, at best, it was underwhelming. On the other hand, Subnautica has had a pretty positive critical reception from both media outlets and consumers.
Jet Set Radio Future would be awesome on PS4/5 or Switch, but I bet the music licenses would be a pain in the ass to secure. Outrun 2 Coast to Coast please and thank you.
I love how 4A Games is constantly engaging in a d*** measuring competition with itself when new technology drops. Most re-releases get a texture/reso/framerate bump; 4A tries to apply as much current technology as the target platform is capable of handling. This is awesome.
@nessisonett Absolutely, Exodus really came out of left field for me to how good it was. I mean I liked the first two, but Exodus just felt so immersive; really looking forward to this free upgrade.
I like the Division, but this almost sounds like they're going to re-skin the maps and assets from Far Cry 5.... Actually, that doesn't sound half bad.
@get2sammyb That's a low bar to clear amigo, a busy day at Heathrow is quieter than my PS4 Pro was when playing Ghost of Tsushima; thankfully my PS5 is whisper quiet unless installing something from disc.
I'm glad Square and Platinum believed in Taro before making Automata, because Nier was a fantastic game when it dropped ten years ago, but it wasn't the critical darling it seems to be now.
@KnightRider1982 I can recommend this over the past couple Terminator films. All joking aside, it's a serviceable shooter with light RPG and crafting mechanics. There's parts of the game that make the terminators feel like an actual threat, coupled with the post-apocalyptic setting makes it feel like a survival horror game. The game has a certain level of Euro-jank feel, so don't expect the polish of a AAA shooter, but there is fun to be had, especially if you find it on sale.
Such a fun game, even for single player. It's a shame it's hampered by server issues, but thankfully these are issues that can be fixed. Can't fix a game that is bad to begin with cough cough Anthem.
Honestly Zombie Army 4 is really fun, as is Days Gone, but my issue is that I already own them both. At least I will get yet another PS5 game that I wouldn't have paid for (Soulstorm). Never been a fan of the Oddworld series outside of Stranger's Wrath.
@nessisonett Agreed; the haptics seem to be a missed opportunities with PS5 games so far, but I think when development normalizes (i.e. system attach rate increases), we'll start seeing improvements in that regard. Also I find the trigger effects to be a hinderance on competitive games (THPS, COD Online, Etc.)
@Olmaz I've been playing this on Switch for the past few months. The "Shooting" is really using your pick-axe like a boomerang and isn't as prominent as a gameplay mechanic. The jumping is to avoid pitfalls and getting attacked in lieu of a dash button. The jumping isn't broken, it just feels dissatisfying in place of a dash button. With that being said, to answer your latter question, the progression cycle is incredibly rewarding and the "buffs" you can gain on each run are either incredibly interesting or super useful.
I mean it would make sense, have one franchise pivot into a full blown RPG (Like A Dragon), and retain beat-em-up mechanics for another Yakuza sub-series such as Judgement.
I re-purchased it because it was so unplayable on PS4 Pro for me, but the story was so good, I wanted to see it through to the end. I'm not sure where these issues are being found in the PS5 version, but it has played very smoothly for me so far. With that being said, the dual-sense features are weak and if you didn't like the combat in the 2019 release, this re-release won't change that.
To all who are complaining about lack of details on how much longer the new game is, it's length is in the title. RE7 was a house, this is literally a Village. There. Problem solved.
I'm flabbergasted as to how people seem to forget that Witcher 3 was also a dumpster fire when it was released and got fixed over time. Now it's considered one of the greatest games of the generation.
@DonJorginho You have an ally in me, the more I play it, the more I love it. It gives the the feeling I had when I played the original Deus Ex for the first time twenty years ago. So much choice on how to approach many of the jobs, gigs, and missions.
Playing on the 5 so far, I completely agree with this review. There is some genuinely fun gameplay and systems coupled with cool sub-quests (been focusing on those over story) so far, but I've been getting the notorious glitch that quits the game on me after an hour or so at play. With that being said, it may not have been as bad, but Witcher was in poor shape when it launched in 2015 and CDPR cleaned it up. Given they had to release nine different builds of this game, I feel like it will be a GOTY 2021 contender once they've patched it up.
Played the PS4 version on my 5 and I couldn't imagine how much better it will get, still gonna try it out though. If it's not worth it, I will delete Destiny and move my copy of Cyberpunk to the SSD so it loads quickly.
I'm loving this so far, but does anyone else feel like it's a bit less polished and refined? Not any major issues, especially given that 2020 has been a touch challenging to work in, but it seems like Miles has the tendency to hang and stick to surfaces when wall running OR will web boost to the incorrect boost point sometimes...
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Re: Poll: What Review Score Would You Give Resident Evil Village?
Definitely not my favorite RE game, that crown goes to RE2 Remake (OG 2 was my fave before), but it is certainly the most fun RE game I've played in some time. I'm just hoping further installments remain in the realm of horror. 7 accomplished that return, but 8, as fun as it is, just turns into Michael Bay film near the end.
Re: Play At Home Game Subnautica Can Be Upgraded to PS5 Version for Free Starting Today
@hypnotoad Difference is Terminator: Resistance was kind of piss-poor to begin with on the PS4, at best, it was underwhelming. On the other hand, Subnautica has had a pretty positive critical reception from both media outlets and consumers.
Re: SEGA Is Exploring Options to Bring Back Its Old Franchises
Jet Set Radio Future would be awesome on PS4/5 or Switch, but I bet the music licenses would be a pain in the ass to secure. Outrun 2 Coast to Coast please and thank you.
Re: Talking Point: Returnal Story and Ending Explained - What Does It All Mean?
@lolwhatno Possible Spoiler: Repeatedly.
Re: DIRT 5 Introducing Cross-Play Multiplayer in Free Game Update
Would be nice if they added a new area or two...
Re: Metro Exodus PS5 Version Emerges on the 18th June, Still a Free Upgrade for PS4 Players
I love how 4A Games is constantly engaging in a d*** measuring competition with itself when new technology drops. Most re-releases get a texture/reso/framerate bump; 4A tries to apply as much current technology as the target platform is capable of handling. This is awesome.
Re: Metro Exodus PS5 Version Emerges on the 18th June, Still a Free Upgrade for PS4 Players
@nessisonett Absolutely, Exodus really came out of left field for me to how good it was. I mean I liked the first two, but Exodus just felt so immersive; really looking forward to this free upgrade.
Re: The Division Heartland Announced, a Free-to-Play, Standalone Division Game
I like the Division, but this almost sounds like they're going to re-skin the maps and assets from Far Cry 5.... Actually, that doesn't sound half bad.
Re: Mass Effect Legendary Edition Download Size Is Massive on PS5, PS4
That's like .75 GB per hour of game-time; with that being said, very happy I invested in an external SSD.
Re: PS5 Redesign to Manufacture in 2022, Will Likely Only Alter Internals
@get2sammyb That's a low bar to clear amigo, a busy day at Heathrow is quieter than my PS4 Pro was when playing Ghost of Tsushima; thankfully my PS5 is whisper quiet unless installing something from disc.
Re: Hands On: Why You Should Be Hyped for Returnal, the Next Great PS5 Exclusive
Think I'm going to play Resogun and Nex Machina again to prepare myself for some Housemarque goodness.
Re: Round Up: NieR Replicant Reviews Love the Yoko Taro Experience
I'm glad Square and Platinum believed in Taro before making Automata, because Nier was a fantastic game when it dropped ten years ago, but it wasn't the critical darling it seems to be now.
Re: OlliOlli World Grinds Up PS5, PS4 This Winter
@LiamCroft Definitely give them a try, they are really fun and have that "one more try" factor.
Re: Talking Point: Would You Buy a PS5 Remake of The Last of Us?
I want a gritty remake of Jumping Flash
Re: Sinfeld Remastered Is a Bizarre Dreams Project Being Made into a Real Game for PS5
Donathan looks like he belongs on the r/13or30 subreddit.
Re: Terminator: Resistance's Free PS4 to PS5 Upgrade May Not Be Available at Launch
@KnightRider1982 I can recommend this over the past couple Terminator films. All joking aside, it's a serviceable shooter with light RPG and crafting mechanics. There's parts of the game that make the terminators feel like an actual threat, coupled with the post-apocalyptic setting makes it feel like a survival horror game. The game has a certain level of Euro-jank feel, so don't expect the polish of a AAA shooter, but there is fun to be had, especially if you find it on sale.
Re: Outriders' People Can Fly to Post-Mortem PS5, PS4 Server Woes
Such a fun game, even for single player. It's a shame it's hampered by server issues, but thankfully these are issues that can be fixed. Can't fix a game that is bad to begin with cough cough Anthem.
Re: Poll: Are You Happy with Your PS Plus Games for April 2021?
Honestly Zombie Army 4 is really fun, as is Days Gone, but my issue is that I already own them both. At least I will get yet another PS5 game that I wouldn't have paid for (Soulstorm). Never been a fan of the Oddworld series outside of Stranger's Wrath.
Re: Mini Review: Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 1 + 2 (PS5) - Still a Skateboarding Great with Decent Upgrade
@nessisonett Agreed; the haptics seem to be a missed opportunities with PS5 games so far, but I think when development normalizes (i.e. system attach rate increases), we'll start seeing improvements in that regard. Also I find the trigger effects to be a hinderance on competitive games (THPS, COD Online, Etc.)
Re: Mini Review: UnderMine (PS4) - Addictive Rogue-Lite Strikes Gold
@Olmaz I've been playing this on Switch for the past few months. The "Shooting" is really using your pick-axe like a boomerang and isn't as prominent as a gameplay mechanic. The jumping is to avoid pitfalls and getting attacked in lieu of a dash button. The jumping isn't broken, it just feels dissatisfying in place of a dash button. With that being said, to answer your latter question, the progression cycle is incredibly rewarding and the "buffs" you can gain on each run are either incredibly interesting or super useful.
Re: Ghost of Tsushima Success Could Be Key to Yakuza Samurai Games Coming West
It's funny, because I think he doesn't realize how much westerners actually are interested in Samurai media, both old and new.
Re: UK Retailer Currys Begins Drawing Lottery Winners for Fresh PS5 Stock
This ad looks like a mid-aughts photo shop meme.
Re: SEGA Trademark Has People Talking About a Judgment Sequel, But We're Not Convinced
I mean it would make sense, have one franchise pivot into a full blown RPG (Like A Dragon), and retain beat-em-up mechanics for another Yakuza sub-series such as Judgement.
Re: This Sh*t Is Bananas! PlayStation Patents Fruit Peripheral
Sooooo.... how what are they going to use for scale when presenting the size of the thing?
Re: Talking Point: Did Sony's State of Play Livestream Meet Your Expectations?
State of Disappointment.
Re: Mini Review: The Sinking City (PS5) - A Re-Release That Struggles to Remain Afloat
I re-purchased it because it was so unplayable on PS4 Pro for me, but the story was so good, I wanted to see it through to the end. I'm not sure where these issues are being found in the PS5 version, but it has played very smoothly for me so far. With that being said, the dual-sense features are weak and if you didn't like the combat in the 2019 release, this re-release won't change that.
Re: Gran Turismo 7 Delayed to 2022 on PS5 Due to Coronavirus
@Ken_Kaniff Ah yes, that trendy excuse that has killed 500,000 people in the US and 2.5 million worldwide. Most people wish C-19 was a trendy excuse.
Re: SaGa Frontier Remastered Aims for an April Release Date on PS4
SaGa frontier was 100%, unadulterated dookie on the PSOne. I'm flabbergasted as to why they would want to re-release this steaming load.
Re: Resident Evil Village Is 'Much Larger' Than Resident Evil VII: Biohazard
To all who are complaining about lack of details on how much longer the new game is, it's length is in the title. RE7 was a house, this is literally a Village. There. Problem solved.
Re: Poll: What Other First-Party PS4 Game Needs a PS5 Update?
Skyline Freerange
Re: Hitman 3 Adds MinnMax, Kinda Funny to the World of Assassination
@Voltan That would be Kinda Awesome.
Re: Online Multiplayer Mode Resident Evil Re:Verse Free with Resident Evil: Village
Also, the filter looks like it's laid over the REmake 2's map, which was fantastic as is to begin with. It all feels so unnecessary.
Re: Online Multiplayer Mode Resident Evil Re:Verse Free with Resident Evil: Village
@get2sammyb TRUTH.
Re: Hitman 3 PS5 Marginally Outperformed by Xbox Series X
@ApostateMage Best 20 fps you'll ever experience.
Re: Pre-Order Returnal on PS5 to Unlock These In-Game Costumes
@RBMango This is the most correct thing written on the internet as of right now.
Re: Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order Gets PS5 Patch, Adds 60FPS Support
I never beat this, so I guess I have no excuse but to go back
Re: New Final Fantasy VII Trademarks Spark Speculation Over Remake DLC and More
With all the "Crisis" subtitles, I think square needs to learn a thing or two about crisis management.
Re: Official Killzone Website Shut Down, Some Services Affected
It's cool; the Resistance franchise was always the stronger one as is.
Re: New Maps, Modes Coming to Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War Next Week
@leucocyte What kind of issues are you encountering? It's played fine for me on PS5 for the past month.
Re: Call of Duty: Warzone Nerfs the Gun Players Have Been Complaining About
DMR and Type 63 are no joke on Cold War multiplayer
Re: Soapbox: I'm Really Enjoying Cyberpunk 2077
@Ridwaano this is the most correct thing I've seen in a while.
Re: Poll: What Is Your PS5 and PS4 Game of the Year 2020?
Honestly, lots of great games on the PS4/5 this year, but my true game of the year was Hades on Switch.
Re: PS5 Brute Force Fixes Cyberpunk 2077's PS4 Technical Problems
I'm flabbergasted as to how people seem to forget that Witcher 3 was also a dumpster fire when it was released and got fixed over time. Now it's considered one of the greatest games of the generation.
Re: How to Make Cyberpunk 2077 Look Better on PS5, PS4
@DonJorginho You have an ally in me, the more I play it, the more I love it. It gives the the feeling I had when I played the original Deus Ex for the first time twenty years ago. So much choice on how to approach many of the jobs, gigs, and missions.
Re: How to Make Cyberpunk 2077 Look Better on PS5, PS4
@ShogunRok Oh, this graphic bug has happened to me multiple times. Also, if you're an invert player, it resets camera settings as well.
Regardless, the more I play Cyberpunk, the more I love it, for all of it's Eurojank.
Re: Cyberpunk 2077 (PS4) - The Potential of a Masterpiece, Totally and Utterly Unrealised
Playing on the 5 so far, I completely agree with this review. There is some genuinely fun gameplay and systems coupled with cool sub-quests (been focusing on those over story) so far, but I've been getting the notorious glitch that quits the game on me after an hour or so at play. With that being said, it may not have been as bad, but Witcher was in poor shape when it launched in 2015 and CDPR cleaned it up. Given they had to release nine different builds of this game, I feel like it will be a GOTY 2021 contender once they've patched it up.
Re: Cyberpunk 2077 Runs at 60 Frames-Per-Second on PS5, But There's No Quality Mode
Well, this is slightly disappointing. With that being said, it will be added sooner or later and hopefully is still 4K.
Re: Destiny 2 PS5 Version Available to Download Now for Free
Played the PS4 version on my 5 and I couldn't imagine how much better it will get, still gonna try it out though. If it's not worth it, I will delete Destiny and move my copy of Cyberpunk to the SSD so it loads quickly.
Re: Mini Review: Maneater (PS5) – Some New Shiny Bits and Bobs Make for a Fun Time
Still pissed that Hall and Oates don't appear in this game....
Re: Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales (PS5) - A Sublime Superhero Spin-Off
I'm loving this so far, but does anyone else feel like it's a bit less polished and refined? Not any major issues, especially given that 2020 has been a touch challenging to work in, but it seems like Miles has the tendency to hang and stick to surfaces when wall running OR will web boost to the incorrect boost point sometimes...