Funny enough I remember it as Tomba back in the day and grew up in uk. What weird timeline was I on? Think it must have been import. That's that enthralling mystery all cleared up.
I was one of the few who bought on steam. Enjoyed it but can see why it never sold, it's so similar to the original which has been on sale for pennies for years. The lick of paint & commentary are nice, but difficult ask at 20 bucks if you have it already.
I liked the look of the movement and verticality. Not knocking sekiro but was quite limited with the grapple points. Feels like Sekiro with a bit more assassin's creed. Have enjoyed this China Joy coverage, few things to watch out for.
@Perturbator I'll never forget my first playthrough of Demon Souls on PS3, fell head over heels. Never could have dreamed we'd see 15 years more of these games with them finding mainstream success and birthing a genre. I knew they were amazing, but thought they'd be too obtuse. We've been spoilt. Long may it continue.
I was fairly ambivalent as usual over this latest uproar, but once I read about what was going on with Thomas Lockley at Nihon university it was quite scandalous. Japanese have every right to be upset as this was more than just taking artistic liberties, there was an underhand attempt to rewrite the actual history and then cast aspersions on critics. Looks much more like a large corporation and self serving author trying to cover up for bad PR and making things much worse. Looks like he's been fired now, but it's quite a bizarre story if true.
Am I wrong to be a little nervous? What if it all becomes so big FromSoft just become an Elden Ring machine and that's it? By that I mean it doesn't make financial sense to do much else, no bloodbornes, sekiros, armored cores..? Probably overthinking it. I'm happy for their mainstream success, they deserve it.. even if I'm still surprised by it.
Absolutely love them.. if they're well designed. Without strategy, puzzles, technique, or mechanical challenge I feel I may as well read a book or watch a show. Mechanical challenge particularly is an artform in itself. Sekiro is an absolute masterpiece in this regard, pushing you beyond what you thought your hands were capable of. Secret about souls games (maybe sekiro aside) is they're not actually that hard. They just require patience, resilience, and learning enemies. If you repeat battles enough you can chop down enemies you previously found impossible without thinking. You just have to keep at it and you will improve. I can play dark souls now with my eyes closed, it becomes instinct.
I stink at roguelikes, but I wouldn't change them. The design & difficultly is what makes them, it's what gives the highs to the lows. When I beat into the breach o danced. Same with souls games, they force you to step up to the challenge and the high of accomplishment is I only for those that persevere. Sekiro nearly broke me. Almost gave up twice.. but when it clicked and I beat that first boss I was euphoric. Please never go soft on us From.
One of my favorite games of all time. Maybe games like don't sell like as much as Sony would like, but look at the culture they create, the legacy. It's great for Sonys brand to have cult titles like this with such passionate fans. You think this might be something they'd want to nurture?
I enjoyed this. I've loved Mario games since the beginning, and honesty I actually prefer Astro as a character. He (she?) has such a charm and wonderful design
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Re: Poll: Are You Playing Tomba! Special Edition?
Yeh why not. Add it to the list
Re: Tomba! Special Edition (PS5) - PS1 Oddity Remains a Fun, Fresh, and Unique Platformer
Funny enough I remember it as Tomba back in the day and grew up in uk. What weird timeline was I on? Think it must have been import. That's that enthralling mystery all cleared up.
Re: Unusual Management Sim Promise Mascot Agency Showcases Its Unique Gameplay
Ah.. it's great to hear Lady Love Dies voice again!
Re: Sony to Establish Brand New PS Studios Team for PS5 Sci-Fi Action Game
Can't say I can really wrap my head around the Bungie deal fallout, but I'll take a new sci fi action game. Hopefully it's not too teeny/corny.
Re: It Doesn't Sound Like Braid: Anniversary Edition Quite Set the World on Fire
I was one of the few who bought on steam. Enjoyed it but can see why it never sold, it's so similar to the original which has been on sale for pennies for years. The lick of paint & commentary are nice, but difficult ask at 20 bucks if you have it already.
Re: Best PSVR2 Games
Moss is sublime. Like Redwall meets zelda.. but that undersells it
Re: Don't Expect Any More Awesome Olympics Games from SEGA on PS5, PS4
@NEStalgia Nice bit of digging! All about as wholesome as i imagined lol.
Re: Preview: Star Wars Outlaws Thrives in Its Rewarding Open World
@Sergo I think they mentioned they streamed it on pc, so might be that?
Re: Poll: Is the Astro Bot PS5 Controller the Best DualSense Yet?
Making me wish I needed a new controller, but can't justify this one
Re: PS5's Project Jinyiwei Looks Very Scrappy in First Gameplay, But There's Something to Build On
I liked the look of the movement and verticality. Not knocking sekiro but was quite limited with the grapple points. Feels like Sekiro with a bit more assassin's creed. Have enjoyed this China Joy coverage, few things to watch out for.
Re: Mini Review: Thank Goodness You're Here! (PS5) - An Utterly Ridiculous English Excursion
This is the kind of game that skips my backlog. Especially at 3 hours, I can beat it in a few nights
Re: There's Potential in This Anime-Style PS5 Soulslike, But It Needs Work
Reminds me I have code vein in my backlog..
Re: Astro Bot Continues Its Quest for PS5 Game of the Year with Sublime Gameplay Demo
This clip was even better. I can imagine this being popular in China, hope it sells big there (and everywhere else).
Re: EXILEDGE Is a Larger Than Life PS5 Shooter with Some Impressive Production Values
Seems I'm in the minority here but thought this looked good. If it can nail the gameplay I'm in.
Re: Anticipated PS5 Platformer Astro Bot Looks Absolutely Outstanding in Gameplay Demo
Looking brilliant as expected. Asobi are so talented, glad they're getting the big blockbuster opportunity they deserve.
Re: Poll: Are You Sick of Soulslike Games?
@Perturbator I'll never forget my first playthrough of Demon Souls on PS3, fell head over heels. Never could have dreamed we'd see 15 years more of these games with them finding mainstream success and birthing a genre. I knew they were amazing, but thought they'd be too obtuse. We've been spoilt. Long may it continue.
Re: Poll: Are You Sick of Soulslike Games?
Love them. Probably my favorite genre, no-one does them like Fromsoftware though. I hope they have a few more left in them..
Re: Sony's Going to Make Damn Sure You Pay Attention to Astro Bot on PS5
I mean I was already sold.. but this doesn't hurt..
Re: Poll: What Are Your Summer Gaming Habits?
Too much going on right now, will pick up more gaming when weather cools off.
Re: Sample Rise of the Ronin in New PS5 Demo Available Now
Almost bought this in target the other day... this is definitely something I'd be interested in
Re: Marvel Rivals' Closed Beta Is Putting Concord's Player Numbers into Perspective
I didn't realize Concord numbers had been that bad. I didn't think it looked too bad and had good pedigree behind it. Guess I was wrong on that one
Re: Capcom Wants to Make Mega Man Games on an 'Ongoing Basis'
Soulslike megaman please in full 3D 🙏
Re: Ubisoft Responds to Assassin's Creed Shadows Criticism, Apologises to Japanese Players
I was fairly ambivalent as usual over this latest uproar, but once I read about what was going on with Thomas Lockley at Nihon university it was quite scandalous. Japanese have every right to be upset as this was more than just taking artistic liberties, there was an underhand attempt to rewrite the actual history and then cast aspersions on critics. Looks much more like a large corporation and self serving author trying to cover up for bad PR and making things much worse. Looks like he's been fired now, but it's quite a bizarre story if true.
Re: Arranger: A Role-Puzzling Adventure (PS5) - This Unique Puzzle Game Never Stands Still
Adding to the wishlist.
Re: Take a Tour of PS5's Massive ChinaJoy 2024 Booth
Are they throwing away that astro statue afterwards? Get in touch please Sony.
Re: Poll: Are You Playing Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess?
It's only 40 bucks on fanatical (pc) quite tempted..
Re: Nobody Wants to Die (PS5) - Film Noir Meets Cyberpunk in This Stylish Detective Thriller
Yep, I'm sold. Will probably buy without sale
Re: Feature: The 10 Best PS5 Games of 2024 So Far
Surprised but pleased stellar blade was so popular here. Was/is my ps5 GOTY so far.
Re: Zenless Zone Zero (PS5) - Characterful Character Action Makes for Another Gacha Great
I don't see the word gobbledygook nearly enough these days. Well done.
Re: Remain Chill, Playable Mrs. Freeze Will Soon Join Suicide Squad's Rogues' Gallery
Mrs Freeze? So he remarried or brought Nora back to life? Haven't checked in much since the animated series
Re: Collectible PlayStation Figurines Out This August, Featuring Aloy, Kratos, and Jin
Let's hope we see an Astro Bot wave later this year.. 🙏
Re: Shocking: There's a New Resident Evil Game in Development
Resident evil in space? Dead Space feel? Not impossible..
Re: George R.R. Martin Appears to Tease Elden Ring Adaptation for Film, TV
Am I wrong to be a little nervous? What if it all becomes so big FromSoft just become an Elden Ring machine and that's it? By that I mean it doesn't make financial sense to do much else, no bloodbornes, sekiros, armored cores..? Probably overthinking it. I'm happy for their mainstream success, they deserve it.. even if I'm still surprised by it.
Re: Talking Point: What's Your Most Anticipated PS5 Game for the Second Half of 2024?
Astro for me and it's not even close
Re: FromSoftware Open to Transmedia Adaptation of Elden Ring
I see them going the whole horse and even having a soulsborne theme park. What rides could they have I wonder?
Re: Legendary Zombie Game Dead Rising Gets a Second Remaster, Out in 2024
Please update the AI.. escorting the rescue characters around drove me round the twist.
Re: First-Person Action RPG Alkahest Announced, Could Have Real Potential
If it's even half as good as that trailer looks, I'm in
Re: Bloodborne Complete Guide: 25th Anniversary Edition Available for Preorder
I knew it'd been a while.. but..
Re: Shadowy Puzzle Platformer Schim Enters the Spotlight in July on PS5, PS4
Saw this on next fest, really caught my eye
Re: Beyond Good & Evil 20th Anniversary Edition (PS5) - Cult Classic's Remaster Nearly Picture Perfect
As much as I enjoyed this first time around I'm reticent to play it again, even with a lick of paint. Worried it'll muddy the fond memories I have.
Re: Poll: Can a Game's Brutal Difficultly Put You Off Playing It?
Absolutely love them.. if they're well designed. Without strategy, puzzles, technique, or mechanical challenge I feel I may as well read a book or watch a show. Mechanical challenge particularly is an artform in itself. Sekiro is an absolute masterpiece in this regard, pushing you beyond what you thought your hands were capable of. Secret about souls games (maybe sekiro aside) is they're not actually that hard. They just require patience, resilience, and learning enemies. If you repeat battles enough you can chop down enemies you previously found impossible without thinking. You just have to keep at it and you will improve. I can play dark souls now with my eyes closed, it becomes instinct.
Re: FromSoftware Boss Puts Elden Ring Difficulty Discourse to Bed, Once and For All
I stink at roguelikes, but I wouldn't change them. The design & difficultly is what makes them, it's what gives the highs to the lows. When I beat into the breach o danced. Same with souls games, they force you to step up to the challenge and the high of accomplishment is I only for those that persevere. Sekiro nearly broke me. Almost gave up twice.. but when it clicked and I beat that first boss I was euphoric. Please never go soft on us From.
Re: Personalise Your PS5, PS4 Profile with Free Astro Bot Avatars
Got em! Thanks
Re: Round Up: We're All Sleeping on Capcom's Kunitsu-Gami, as Super Positive Previews Drop
Not me ser, I liked this the moment I saw it. Have been following it
Re: FromSoftware Boss Twists the Bloodborne Knife, Says It's 'A Special Game for Me'
One of my favorite games of all time. Maybe games like don't sell like as much as Sony would like, but look at the culture they create, the legacy. It's great for Sonys brand to have cult titles like this with such passionate fans. You think this might be something they'd want to nurture?
Re: Sony Skips Gamescom Presence for a Fifth Year in a Row
I didn't even know this was happening, but now I'm MAD
Re: PlayStation Studios' Bluepoint Games Still Working on Its Mysterious 'Original Title'
Knack remake 🤞🤞🤞🤞
Re: Final Fantasy Creator's Mobile RPG Fantasian Is Journeying to PS5, PS4 This Year
Started playing this on apple arcade, but my sub lapsed. Seemed pretty good, was visually appealing.
Re: Interview: The Making of Astro Bot, the PS5's Next Great Exclusive
I enjoyed this. I've loved Mario games since the beginning, and honesty I actually prefer Astro as a character. He (she?) has such a charm and wonderful design
Re: Yet More Leaked Wolverine PS5 Gameplay Has Appeared Online
That picture of the metal coming out of his fist makes me uncomfortable. Sets my teeth on edge