@djlard As I mention at the end of the review, I’ll be giving the game a little time out in the open before I settle on a final score. Given the game is geared so much towards its users and what they create, it would feel weird to base a score on what a handful of people came up with pre-launch.
@hookedWORM17 You approach a patch of bubbling water, then start the fishing minigame. There are actually a few variants, but basically, all you need to do is press Square at the right moments — on the green segments around a circle. Actually, you technically don't need to do that; it just speeds up the fishing, which is important because time advances while you're fishing (or sailing).
Mirror's Edge was so great at the time, loved it. Also got really into Battlefield with the Bad Company games, especially played the second one online a ton.
@belmont Those games are not available standalone, they're only accessible if you're subscribed to Premium (even if you have the older versions). It's a bummer.
@KidBoruto There will probably be some sort of narrative framing that brings all these characters together to race, but I highly doubt there will be a full story to play through.
@PenguinLtd I don't know if "fun" is the word I'd use, but I find the game very soothing. It's great if you want to unwind, and cleaning the levels top to bottom is very satisfying to me. It's probably not everyone's cup of tea but I really enjoy it.
@NEStalgia @Jayslow Yeah, so to elaborate on this a little more. You can totally play this game just standing in one spot, you don't actually need a large space — just enough so you can move your arms around. I thought the Roomscale requirement was a bit odd in that sense. The only time I really had to move was in a couple of levels that want you to duck down.
Hopefully the patch comes soon and lets you play in the Standing mode, because Roomscale isn't entirely necessary.
Man, that's a shame. I really like Knockout City a lot, but as many have already said, there are so many service games and it's impossible for them all to succeed. Just not enough hours in the day to support everything.
I'd still encourage people to give it a go between now and June, as it really is a blast.
@Bamila I’d say they’re about as good as each other. They’re slightly different but if you enjoyed the remake you’ll definitely also like Cosmic Shake.
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Re: Meet Your Maker (PS5) - Raid and Build Concept a Great Idea Yet to Reach Its Potential
@djlard As I mention at the end of the review, I’ll be giving the game a little time out in the open before I settle on a final score. Given the game is geared so much towards its users and what they create, it would feel weird to base a score on what a handful of people came up with pre-launch.
Re: E3 2023 Has Been Officially Cancelled
It's a shame, but I can't say I'm surprised. It's been on shaky ground for years.
Re: Disney Speedstorm Trophy List Is Pretty Grindy, But No Platinum on PS5, PS4
@FinneasGH I believe you have to pay if you want early access (founders packs etc) but the game will eventually be free for everyone.
Re: Mini Review: Citizen Sleeper (PS5) - Solemn Yet Satisfying Sci-Fi Storytelling
@Burnish1619 Haha — I do recall a few choice phrases that kept cropping up, now you mention it.
Re: Best PS3 Games
@Slippship Rate it and maybe it'll show up
Re: The Latest PS5 Firmware Update Is Available to Download Now
Updated the article with more details.
Re: Big PS Store Spring Sale Makes Over 2,300 PS5, PS4 Games Much Cheaper
It might finally be time to grab Sifu.
Re: Sony Is Acting Unfairly Against Xbox in Japan, US Congress Members Say
At this point, nothing really surprises me about this ordeal. The main feeling I have about all this nonsense is that I just want it to be over.
Re: Jack-8 Is a Giant Juggernaut in Latest Tekken 8 Character Trailer
@Kidfunkadelic83 That's the second time I've done that this week Fixed!
Re: Resident Evil 4 Remake Guide: Walkthrough, Tips and Tricks, and All Collectibles
@Nepp67 Just to add to what Liam said, all of our guides are produced by us from scratch.
Re: Mini Review: Dredge (PS5) - Eerie Fishing Adventure Will Reel You In
@hookedWORM17 You approach a patch of bubbling water, then start the fishing minigame. There are actually a few variants, but basically, all you need to do is press Square at the right moments — on the green segments around a circle. Actually, you technically don't need to do that; it just speeds up the fishing, which is important because time advances while you're fishing (or sailing).
Re: Reminder: C-Smash VRS Playable Demo Available Now for PSVR2
@NEStalgia Not sure what you're talking about.
Re: Vampire FPS Redfall Was in Development for PS5, But Was Canned After Xbox Buyout
Re: A Bunch of EA Classics Are Getting Delisted from PS Store
Mirror's Edge was so great at the time, loved it. Also got really into Battlefield with the Bad Company games, especially played the second one online a ton.
Re: UK Sales Charts: WWE 2K23 Lays the Smack Down on Hogwarts Legacy
@Deoxyr1bose It debuted at number 21, if you're interested!
Re: 17 More PS Plus Extra, Premium Games Available Now on PS5, PS4
@vikramsingh Good catch. Seems it's just the PS4 version after all — I've amended that in the article
@belmont Yeah, hopefully other publishers jump onboard.
Re: 17 More PS Plus Extra, Premium Games Available Now on PS5, PS4
@belmont Those games are not available standalone, they're only accessible if you're subscribed to Premium (even if you have the older versions). It's a bummer.
Hopefully Bandai Namco turns this around.
Re: Horizon, The Wire's Lance Reddick Has Passed Away
Really sad news. Rest in peace.
Re: Kart Racer Disney Speedstorm Drifts into Early Access on PS5, PS4 Next Month
@KidBoruto There will probably be some sort of narrative framing that brings all these characters together to race, but I highly doubt there will be a full story to play through.
Re: Kart Racer Disney Speedstorm Drifts into Early Access on PS5, PS4 Next Month
@BeerIsAwesome You're right. I don't know what I was thinking. Changed it.
Re: PS Store Essential Picks Sale Offers Discounts on Thousands of PS5, PS4 Games
@PenguinLtd I don't know if "fun" is the word I'd use, but I find the game very soothing. It's great if you want to unwind, and cleaning the levels top to bottom is very satisfying to me. It's probably not everyone's cup of tea but I really enjoy it.
Re: Atlas Fallen Gameplay Trailer Reveals Flashy, Hard-Hitting Combat
@Mintie Awesome, looking forward to that.
Re: Latest PS5 Firmware Update Is Available to Download Now
@Reeneman @viktorcode Yeah, that sounds right.
Re: WW2 Flight Sim Aces of Thunder Soaring to PSVR2 from the Makers of War Thunder
@thefourfoldroot1 We had a press release earlier that says the game will be on a paid model rather than free-to-play, just FYI
Re: WW2 Flight Sim Aces of Thunder Soaring to PSVR2 from the Makers of War Thunder
@thefourfoldroot1 It's not specified whether this is free-to-play, we'll have to wait and see. My guess is that it won't be, though.
Re: Huge PS5 Firmware Adds Discord Voice Chat, VRR at 1440p, Much More
Full patch notes added to the article!
Re: Mini Review: What the Bat? (PSVR2) - Bonkers, Bite-Sized Fun Ideal for Beginners
@NEStalgia @Jayslow Yeah, so to elaborate on this a little more. You can totally play this game just standing in one spot, you don't actually need a large space — just enough so you can move your arms around. I thought the Roomscale requirement was a bit odd in that sense. The only time I really had to move was in a couple of levels that want you to duck down.
Hopefully the patch comes soon and lets you play in the Standing mode, because Roomscale isn't entirely necessary.
Re: Poll: Are You Playing Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty?
I started playing a little earlier today. The combat seems quite complex but I'm enjoying it so far.
Re: Emotive Card Battler Iris and the Giant Brings Minimalist Stylings to PS5, PS4
This looks neat! I like the style.
Re: The Wolf Among Us 2 Delayed, Won't Release in 2023
@KidBoruto Yes, presumably sometime in 2024 but Telltale hasn’t committed to a new date of any kind.
Re: Mini Review: PowerWash Simulator: Midgar Special Pack (PS5) - Another Chill Crisis Chore
@Beerheadgamer82 It is free, and no I don't think it comes with any extra Trophies.
Re: Wait?! Dead Island 2 Looks Like a Bloody Good Time on PS5, PS4
Looks like it'll be a lot of fun. This isn't really my cup of tea, but I must admit it looks pretty good.
Re: Thousands of PS5, PS4 Discounts Come to PS Store with Mega March Sale
@Thrillho Ah, my mistake. The price in the article refers to the Cultist Edition. I'll update to reflect that
Re: Mini Review: Tentacular (PSVR2) - Physics Puzzler May (Ten)tickle Your Fancy
@Dr_ENT There's a LOT in the works, including coverage of GT and Resi.
Re: Surreal Puzzle Game Humanity Coming to PS5, PSVR2, Demo Available Now
@KaijuKaiser Yes, out now!
Re: Surreal Puzzle Game Humanity Coming to PS5, PSVR2, Demo Available Now
@Sequel It has support for both PSVR and PSVR2
Re: Out Today: PSVR2 Brings Next-Gen VR to the Masses
Can't wait to get started!
Re: PS Plus Extra, Premium Get 17 More Games Next Week
@Voltan Updated the article, thanks
Re: Knockout City Season 9 Will Be Its Last, Servers Shut Down on 6th June
Man, that's a shame. I really like Knockout City a lot, but as many have already said, there are so many service games and it's impossible for them all to succeed. Just not enough hours in the day to support everything.
I'd still encourage people to give it a go between now and June, as it really is a blast.
Re: SpongeBob SquarePants: The Cosmic Shake (PS4) - Old School Platformer Is One for the Fans
@Bamila I’d say they’re about as good as each other. They’re slightly different but if you enjoyed the remake you’ll definitely also like Cosmic Shake.
Re: SpongeBob SquarePants: The Cosmic Shake (PS4) - Old School Platformer Is One for the Fans
As always, if anyone has a question, let me know
@Stragen8 You'll probably quite enjoy this if you liked the remake!
Re: Quirky Roguelike Dicey Dungeons Rolls Out on PS5, PS4
I played a little of this on Switch, just a really creative and fun take on the roguelike formula. Would definitely recommend it.
Re: Hardware Review: DualSense Edge - An Outstanding Upgrade for Enthusiasts
It's not for me, I have two DualSenses that are perfectly fine and I don't need the extra functionality. It looks pretty good for what it is, though.
Re: Disney Dreamlight Valley Content Roadmap Teases New Characters, Features
@RunGMhx It will be once it leaves early access, but I don't think we know exactly when that will be.
Re: Scrub the Tomb Raider Manor Crystal Clean in PowerWash Simulator
@kyleforrester87 You said it
Re: Scrub the Tomb Raider Manor Crystal Clean in PowerWash Simulator
Excellent work. Congrats to all involved.
Re: Random: Forspoken Might Have a Fight Against Autocorrect on Its Hands
It'll take some doing to beat 'Control' in terms of visibility in Google searches, but this is pretty funny.
Re: PS Plus Extra, Premium PS5, PS4 Games for January 2023 Announced
Some really nice additions here. I've almost bought DMC5 and Sayonara Wild Hearts many times, and good to see a few classics make it in this time.
Re: Interview: How Fortnite Inspired Building a Better Virtual Concert in Sky: Children of the Light
@Uncharted2007 That might be quite a misleading headline given this is an interview about Sky’s Aurora concert.
Re: Random: Gran Turismo Movie Director Neill Blomkamp Is a WipEout Fan
The idea of a WipEout movie is pretty cool, but yeah, just the mention of it makes we yearn for a brand new entry on PS5. It'd be so good.