This one's getting VR support, but on PC only. Sony should put some pressure or alternatively a little cash on EA for a PSVR2 version, because Rally in VR is just amazing!
@ThaBEN @thefourfoldroot1 Seems so many PSVR2 games are released in a unsatisfactory state lately (at least according to PSVR Without Parole). Switchback, Firewall Ultra, Green Hell, Hellsweeper and now this.
@KAIRU @render When playing with controller on PC there is zero aim-assist, so in a 1-on-1 fight with any M&KB with any player with even a modicum of skill will usually leave me very dead - they are just so much faster at aiming than me. And this being a game with very low TTK and slooooow reloads that is pretty much a death sentence. If I had played it on a console I would have had the same aim-assist as anyone else.
Still I'm not complaining, this is something I should have researched before buying so I have only myself to blame here!
Regarding permadeath, that is a big part of the game and makes it much more tense to play. And wow if Prestige 5 takes 500 hours... I've seen plenty with Prestige 100 playing solo in trios, likely to matched up with noobies like me and my pals lol.
It's a great game though, if I get a PS5 I'll likely buy it again.
@Cherip-the-Ripper I'm just terrible with M&KB tbh, and just find playing on the couch with a gamepad far more relaxing.
And yeah I played it with some friends and we keep losing our characters all the time. People who regularly play this are just too good, and we're often put up against players with high Prestige levels who obviously know every nook and cranny of the game environment.
Hunt Showdown is one of the games I've played on PC that makes me want a PS5 for multiplayer games. I prefer to play with gamepad but that is a death sentence against M&KB players in Hunt.
Always a good idea to make it available to non-VR as long as the game still works without motion controls. Wish there were more multiplayer games with this option too.
@Gooseman42 Hope its VR too! First game was very good, but if they can add motion controls, a bit more variation between levels and a harder difficulty level sans the scanner (it unfortunately made game a lot less scary) it could be an amazing sequel.
Great game in itself, but still my least favorite From game. The hard reliance on parries and poor customization options compared to Souls/Bloodborne were my biggest gripes.
Gorgeous hand-drawn style side scroller where you play 2 or sometimes 3 characters at the same time. Just started it but it looks promising so far.
Loot River
Top-down roguelike where you float these Tetris-like block in a maze of waterways, with some Souls-like battle along the way. Initially I liked it but it doesn't work well as a roguelike unfortunately. The game is very short but also very grindy so I finished it long before unlocking most of the weapons/spells/armor.
My first replay of this game since release and it feels underrated since it was stuck being the odd one out between the huge hits Bioshock 1 and Infinite. A great game in itself though, and seeing Rapture architecture in glorious VR never gets old.
Steamworld Quest: Hand of Gilgamech
Another great deckbuilder game. Not a roguelike this time, but rather a RPG set in the Steamworld universe. Story is a bit so-so but the gameplay and variation of characters, cards and combos keeps it fun.
@Grumblevolcano That also sounds plausible. Suicide Squads reception reminded me of Anthems reception (perhaps even worse) so I'm sure Sony wants to avoid making that mistake.
I've got this feeling many of the unannounced live service games are being reconsidered or outright cancelled after Bungie evaluated Sony's upcoming portfolio, and that is why so many studios games are unaccounted for so far. And ultimately that's also why there's been so few SoP's.
I played 100+ hours of this on a very blurry PSVR1 (and original PS4) and still had a blast, so with this added foveated rendering this now sounds like a must-play to anyone with a PSVR2.
And I should also mention: NMS is one of the few VR games you can also play together with your flatscreen friends. Good co-op times!
Some good stuff, but a lot of boring blah blah too.
The amount of Gamepass/XBOX advertising was just crazy though. Keighley has apparently traded the Doritos and Dew for Microsoft. But hey if they offered me that money I would probably do the same!
Wanderer: Awesome VR game! Originally a PSVR game but I played it on PCVR. Apparently its coming to PSVR2 next year and I heartily recommend it.
It's a time-travelling adventure game that takes the form of a bunch of escape room-like puzzles set in very diverse locations. As you can see on the picture I used chalk on the blackboard to solve a puzzle with my horrible handwriting.
Looking forward to playing this, and sounds like they've improved on an already great formula.
I won't be doing a no-heal run against bosses this time though. Most pain in the ass trophy ever and after I finally beat the last boss that way the trophy didn't unlock anyway!
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Re: Survival Horror Death Relives Offers Ritual Sacrifice on PS5
@Constable_What I assumed you were kidding. Big fan of both but I can quickly get enough of "Just Can't Get Enough".
Re: The Last of Us 2 PS5 Remaster Seems to Be Real
Seems largely pointless to me.
Now a PSVR2 version on the other hand...
Re: Survival Horror Death Relives Offers Ritual Sacrifice on PS5
Sacrilege!
Re: The Last of Us Multiplayer's Microtransactions Man Has Left Naughty Dog
There must be so much drama behind the scenes at Sony's HQ right now it would make for a brilliant half-fictional soap opera.
Re: EA Sports WRC Looks Intense and Fast in Raw Gameplay Video
This one's getting VR support, but on PC only. Sony should put some pressure or alternatively a little cash on EA for a PSVR2 version, because Rally in VR is just amazing!
Re: Do a Barrel Roll in Project Wingman: Frontline 59 on PS5, PSVR2
@ThaBEN @thefourfoldroot1 Seems so many PSVR2 games are released in a unsatisfactory state lately (at least according to PSVR Without Parole). Switchback, Firewall Ultra, Green Hell, Hellsweeper and now this.
Re: The Expanse: A Telltale Series (PS5) - Solid Sci-Fi Showing Signals Course Correction
@Flaming_Kaiser I meant the show, which has 6 seasons. No idea what they are planning with the games.
Re: The Last of Us Multiplayer Game Is 'Basically on Ice' Right Now
Sony is being tight-lipped as usual, but as we all know; Factions speak louder than words.
Re: Hunt: Showdown Gets Native PS5 Version, Engine Upgrade in April 2024
@KAIRU @render When playing with controller on PC there is zero aim-assist, so in a 1-on-1 fight with any M&KB with any player with even a modicum of skill will usually leave me very dead - they are just so much faster at aiming than me. And this being a game with very low TTK and slooooow reloads that is pretty much a death sentence. If I had played it on a console I would have had the same aim-assist as anyone else.
Still I'm not complaining, this is something I should have researched before buying so I have only myself to blame here!
Regarding permadeath, that is a big part of the game and makes it much more tense to play. And wow if Prestige 5 takes 500 hours... I've seen plenty with Prestige 100 playing solo in trios, likely to matched up with noobies like me and my pals lol.
It's a great game though, if I get a PS5 I'll likely buy it again.
Re: Worms Publisher Team17 the Latest to Suffer Layoffs, CEO Exits
That's a shame. I like much of what they've put out as a publisher over the years and have some great Worms memories as well.
Re: The Expanse: A Telltale Series (PS5) - Solid Sci-Fi Showing Signals Course Correction
I'm on Season 2 of the show right now and its very good so far.
However, I don't think I'll ever be in the mood for another Telltale game series.
Re: Hunt: Showdown Gets Native PS5 Version, Engine Upgrade in April 2024
@Cherip-the-Ripper I'm just terrible with M&KB tbh, and just find playing on the couch with a gamepad far more relaxing.
And yeah I played it with some friends and we keep losing our characters all the time. People who regularly play this are just too good, and we're often put up against players with high Prestige levels who obviously know every nook and cranny of the game environment.
Re: Random: Push Square Was a Question in a UK Quiz Show
Poor Graham obviously bought a copy of the horrible ET game back in 1982, and in a fit of anger swore to never play a video game ever again.
Re: Hunt: Showdown Gets Native PS5 Version, Engine Upgrade in April 2024
Hunt Showdown is one of the games I've played on PC that makes me want a PS5 for multiplayer games. I prefer to play with gamepad but that is a death sentence against M&KB players in Hunt.
Re: DriveClub at 60FPS on PS5 Has Us Mourning the Loss of Evolution Studios All Over Again
How good would a remake of Pacific Rift be for PSVR2 right about now? Shame Sony didn't keep these guys around.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 496
Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Great environments and gameplay, weak story.
Project Cars 2 (PCVR): Awesome, now I just need a racing wheel and pedals!
Pathfinder Kingmaker: Good CRPG. Very similar to Pillars of Eternity, but better in every way.
Re: Epic's V-Buck Price Hike Scheme Set to Expand Globally
Sounds like the good old "increase prices to keep shareholders happy" scheme.
Re: The Makers of Hotshot Racing Turn to PSVR2 for Stylised FPS Heroes of Forever
A VR version of Hotshot Racing 1 or 2 would have been a better choice, imo.
Re: PSVR2 Now Optional for Rogue-Lite Shooter The Foglands, Launches Halloween
Always a good idea to make it available to non-VR as long as the game still works without motion controls. Wish there were more multiplayer games with this option too.
Re: Who Is PlayStation's New CEO, Hiroki Totoki?
Feels like the right time to bring back Kaz Hirai and Ridge Racer in one fell swoop!
Re: Epic Games Laying Off Almost 900 Employees, Fall Guys Dev Hit Hard
Feels like game publishers have been partying way too hard and long and its now time for the inevitable hangover.
Re: First-Party Firesprite's Dark PS5 Horror Could Be Due in 2025
@Gooseman42 Hope its VR too! First game was very good, but if they can add motion controls, a bit more variation between levels and a harder difficulty level sans the scanner (it unfortunately made game a lot less scary) it could be an amazing sequel.
Re: Another High Profile Live Service Flop As SEGA Pulls the Plug on HYENAS Before Launch
A cancelled game is eventually forgotten, but a GAAS game is shameful forever.
Re: First-Party Firesprite's Dark PS5 Horror Could Be Due in 2025
The Persistence 2?
Re: Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice Slashes Through 10 Million Copies Sold
Great game in itself, but still my least favorite From game. The hard reliance on parries and poor customization options compared to Souls/Bloodborne were my biggest gripes.
Re: Indie Firm Devolver Digital Rejected PS Plus, Xbox Game Pass Deals Over 'Undervalued' Games
Good. The "everything locked behind subscriptions" future is one I don't want to see. And The Plucky Squire looks amazing!
Re: Microsoft One Step Closer to Activision Buyout as CMA Approves of Deal Changes
All you need is love.
And just one judge on Microsoft's payroll to rule in your favor.
Re: Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty DLC, Conqueror of Jiangdong, Is Right Around the Corner
@colonelkilgore Same here, I still haven't even gotten around to Nioh 2.
Re: Baby Steps Is the Exact Median Between Uncharted and QWOP on PS5
I think this looks awesome! Highly original, funny (I never get tired of stupid slapstick comedy) and looks quite challenging too.
@somnambulance is probably joking but I'd rather play this than Spider-Man 2.
Re: PS5 Console Exclusive Stellar Blade Will Have a Physical Release
This game has looked great since it was first revealed. Hope it makes it to PC eventually.
Re: EA Sports UFC 5 Is the First M-Rated Release in the Series
I still find it hard to believe (but hilarious) that Strickland is now the MW champion. Wonder if they put him on the cover of this game?
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 493
Greak
Gorgeous hand-drawn style side scroller where you play 2 or sometimes 3 characters at the same time. Just started it but it looks promising so far.
Loot River
Top-down roguelike where you float these Tetris-like block in a maze of waterways, with some Souls-like battle along the way. Initially I liked it but it doesn't work well as a roguelike unfortunately. The game is very short but also very grindy so I finished it long before unlocking most of the weapons/spells/armor.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 492
Bioshock 2 (in VR through Vorpx)
My first replay of this game since release and it feels underrated since it was stuck being the odd one out between the huge hits Bioshock 1 and Infinite. A great game in itself though, and seeing Rapture architecture in glorious VR never gets old.
Steamworld Quest: Hand of Gilgamech
Another great deckbuilder game. Not a roguelike this time, but rather a RPG set in the Steamworld universe. Story is a bit so-so but the gameplay and variation of characters, cards and combos keeps it fun.
Re: EA Sports' Anticipated WRC Game Will Take a Long, Easy Left to PS5 Soon
@CaptD Amen. Whenever I try a flatscreen racing game these days I just start thinking how much more fun it would have been in VR.
Re: Sony Has a State of Play Livestream for September, Rumours Suggest
@Grumblevolcano That also sounds plausible. Suicide Squads reception reminded me of Anthems reception (perhaps even worse) so I'm sure Sony wants to avoid making that mistake.
Re: Sony Has a State of Play Livestream for September, Rumours Suggest
I've got this feeling many of the unannounced live service games are being reconsidered or outright cancelled after Bungie evaluated Sony's upcoming portfolio, and that is why so many studios games are unaccounted for so far. And ultimately that's also why there's been so few SoP's.
Re: King Kong Up Against Spider-Man in Skull Island PS5, PS4 Release Date
It wasn't the bad animations. It was spidey killed the beast.
Re: PS Plus, Xbox Game Pass Spending Has Completely Plateaued in USA
Good. I don't want a future where all entertainment is held ransom within subscriptions owned by a few mega corporations.
Re: Please Put Down Your Weapon, RoboCop: Rogue City Seemingly Hit By a Sneaky Delay
Take your time, please...
Re: Highly Promising PS5 Souls-Like Lords of the Fallen Is Ready for Release
@Fight_Teza_Fight The first one was pretty mediocre, but this one is by a new team and looks a lot better from what I've seen.
Re: No Man's Sky's PSVR2 Visuals Take a Massive Leap with Foveated Rendering
I played 100+ hours of this on a very blurry PSVR1 (and original PS4) and still had a blast, so with this added foveated rendering this now sounds like a must-play to anyone with a PSVR2.
And I should also mention: NMS is one of the few VR games you can also play together with your flatscreen friends. Good co-op times!
Re: Poll: Was Gamescom Opening Night Live Any Good?
Some good stuff, but a lot of boring blah blah too.
The amount of Gamepass/XBOX advertising was just crazy though. Keighley has apparently traded the Doritos and Dew for Microsoft. But hey if they offered me that money I would probably do the same!
Re: Immortals of Aveum (PS5) - Fantasy FPS Lacks the Magic Touch
Dumping a mediocre new IP right smack in the middle of Baldur and Armored Core... what could go wrong?
Re: What Time Is Gamescom Opening Night Live?
Just do like I do and watch it a couple of hours later. Then you can fast-forward through the boring bits (most of it) and thank me afterwards.
Re: Station Wagon Survival Game Pacific Drive Misses Exit, Delayed to Early 2024
That's cool. Hope they can add VR compatibility at a later date, because this game looks like it would be amazing in a headset!
Re: Revived Military FPS Delta Force Teased for PS5, PS4, Full Reveal at Gamescom's ONL
Damn it, GoldenEye N64 cover! Now I'm expecting the rest of the Delta Force cover dude's face to look like this too:
Re: Blizzard Insists Overwatch 2's In 'Best State It's Ever Been' as Review Bombing Continues
Getting bad reviews doesn't automatically mean it's a review bombing.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 490
Wanderer: Awesome VR game! Originally a PSVR game but I played it on PCVR. Apparently its coming to PSVR2 next year and I heartily recommend it.
It's a time-travelling adventure game that takes the form of a bunch of escape room-like puzzles set in very diverse locations. As you can see on the picture I used chalk on the blackboard to solve a puzzle with my horrible handwriting.
Re: Blasphemous 2 (PS5) - A Marvellously Macabre Metroidvania
Looking forward to playing this, and sounds like they've improved on an already great formula.
I won't be doing a no-heal run against bosses this time though. Most pain in the ass trophy ever and after I finally beat the last boss that way the trophy didn't unlock anyway!
Re: Red Dead Redemption PS4 Port Becomes Top Ranking Title on PS Store
Most gamers don't read gaming news, and that's not really... news.