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Hell yeah. I love the WWII era. COD done ok with their version but I've always loved the atmosphere that the Battlefield series creates. Can't wait.

This trailer showed the world once again why Rockstar are the best of the best. I cannot wait.

This games gonna be huge. Rockstar not showing anything on purpose means its gonna be something special when it releases. I'm guessing full co-op/multiplayer campaign, along with the best graphics seen in a game, realistic animation and physics and a massive open world with unlimited gameplay. I can't wait.

Update: seems the deletion of saved data from storage has fixed the issue so far. Maybe the old saves weren't compatible?

Game crashes after 2 mins. Just read a fix which says to delete save data from storage. Trying it now, hopefully it works or I'll be waiting for the next patch (not this NEXT patch, but the next patch )

Borderlands should be in the top 3 IMO. Gameplay is tight and fun, plenty of humour and you can play for ever. You never get the same gun or stats as everyone else, unlike Destiny where everyone 2nd person is running around with the same sniper rifle and abilities. Gotta agree on Diablo as top spot though.

I jump on after every update to see what's new. The game seems to be getting better, almost to what was first promised. I look forward to this update. Though there's still something missing in my opinion. It needs random missions or something. It is a relaxing game, I just hope it isn't spoiled by randoms killing everyone while trying to mind your own business, like in GTAV.

Very similar to Forza in freedom, events and customization. Even has a livery,/skin editor. I was in the closed beta and agree it was more fun than the original. More arcadey feel, less frustration on cornering, etc.

Is it a joke?
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@MrOso sorry for not "@ing" you before...

Game modes in other games usually contain different objectives, maps or missions. Not just changing the squad number from 4 to 20 or 50. You're still doing the same thing, on the same map, with the same outcome.

I also wouldn't call different colour pick axes, gliders and emotes a great deal of customization. There's no progression or reason to keep playing, unless you want to brag to the kids in the playground. Why pay to look like everyone else that has also played?

Also PUBG was the first of these BR games to hit the consoles. I don't talk about PC here.

I know "gamers" who play Fortnite and nothing else. They brag about their wins and the amount of hours they play. Throw them on another game with objectives, or different genre, and they play like its the first time they've picked up a controller. They stumble around and call any other game crap.

Yes, Fortnite is one of the biggest things in gaming right now, but it's targeted as a kids game IMO.

Fortnite has customization and different game modes? You call giving me a random character every game and an umbrella for a glider customization? And the only game mode is Battle Royale (no one plays single player mode).

PUBG could be a good game, if it was released in 2006. The gameplay mechanics and graphics are so messy and basic. The only reason it's popular is because it was the first of its kind. Just like Fortnite it's just a craze that will die off.

Cleaning up AC: Origins for the platinum trophy, and back onto Battlefront 2, as I've been playing that all week.

@bbq_boy "Don't know but it seems like game companies are ripping us off by charging a full RRP cost but it's not to fully own the game but more like an initial entry fee. Then if you want more (eg. The fuller experience) then expect to pay the continual VIP fees hence microtransucktions."

But you can get everything in the game without spending more money. It's called playing the game. It's like standard shipping and express shipping. You'll still get it, but it will take a bit longer. But if you want to be the cool kid on the block and have it first than spend more money. Give us everything unlocked at the start and people will complain about that. This has been exaggerated way too far. Paying for loot boxes ain't going to make a bad player play any better. And a good player can still take down a good player equipped with star cards.

@dryrain So true. I've played about 6-8 hours of multiplayer so far, have 13,000 credits in the bank, and I've already spent 20,000 on heroes and loot boxes. So that's about 33,000 credits in 6-8 hours. So either the "40 hours of gameplay" statement is exaggerated or the guy that worked that out is just terrible at playing games.

I have no problem with micro-transactions because I don't need them or use them. I just ignore them. I think the loot boxes are fine and they don't unbalance matches. I just top scored, MVP'ed and top killstreaked a game with no star cards on a vulture droid. I bet half the players in the match had at least 1 star card and it didn't affect me. If they want to waste their money, go for it.

I'd rather enjoy the game and grind and receive random loot. That's what's most games are about these days: grinding for the unknown, random treasure. If there were no loot boxes like the first battlefront everyone would complain. I love the game because I'm a star wars fan. It's not perfect but it's fun and that's why I play games.

@themcnoisy it's too late for me. George Lucas was my dealer and now look where I am.

Just jumped on the game for another look: Luke Skywalker costs 15,000 credits to unlock. I have 4,155 available and already spent about 11,000+ last night. So if it takes him 40 hours of gameplay to earn that many credits he needs to learn how to play.

I've played for about 2-3 hours and don't see it being a 40 hour grind. You also get credits for duplicate star card received in loot crates and completing challenges. Dont see what the big deal is about all this grinding and microtransactions. Grinding gives you a purpose to keep playing, just like any other game. And microtransactions may get you good gear, but it's no good if you don't know how to use it or can't play to save your life. It's the same as weapon shortcuts in previous games IMO. Just another exaggerated topic to get people crying over something that won't affect the players who play to enjoy the game.

If the COD servers would let me play more than one game before getting stuck on the loading screen I'd be playing that. So I've had to go back to AC:Origins and Mudrunner. Also tried out Fortnite, it's ok but no character customisation makes replayability boring. There's nothing to play for.

I agree with the lag/hit scan issues. Plenty of times I died after emptying 5-10 bullets into an enemy, only to watch them in the kill-cam put 2-3 bullets in me using the same gun as I was. Also sprinting seemed slow and short- lived. Initial press of the L stick only lasted about 2-3 seconds of sprint. Press it again and get less time sprinting. Other than that I enjoyed the stripped down basics of the game. Reminded me of World at War, both in time period and basic shooter gameplay. Wait and see what this weekend brings.

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I enjoyed Battlefront 1, even in its simple form, but cannot wait for this. Shinier, better, customisable. So glad I pre-ordered this already.

@LieutenantFatman yeah whenever you're aiming for a nav beacon or space station, keep your throttle in the blue zone (right of your 3D map), as it will pretty much guide your ship in for you, slowing you down and alerting safe entry, so you don't overshoot your target.

Give this link a read, it helped me so much.
https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/2015/03/02/elite-dangerous-guide/

@thedevilsjester yeah I had a buggy landing tutorial. Kept telling me charge up my FSD drive (X+Up), then the landing gear wouldn't lower. Had to reset tutorial. Other than that bug, and a few server drop-outs, I'm enjoying the game.

@thedevilsjester I thought the same with the controls. I changed them but then later they reverted back! Then after a while I released I had clicked L3 which alters flight controls.

@Xavien steep learning curve, you'll be bouncing around docking stations for minutes until you finally land or crash. Do a few courier missions and buy an auto docking component. It will do the hard work for you. Then upgrade lasers to help with auto aim. It does get better if you have patience. The first few hours I was starting to regret the download. But then it just clicks and you want to see everything. It's not a game for everyone.

Went out on a limb and bought this. Disappointed by No Man's Sky and the lack of missions. Really enjoying Elite Dangerous. Steep learning curve but rewarding when you complete a mission or make a smooth landing. I find the game relaxing as I'm running as courier for factions. Great visuals and audio as well.

@Quintumply is this open world/free to roam like The Witness, or do puzzles restrict exploration to a more linear game?

Looks like The Witness in third person to me.

Yeah people make the mistake of putting COD and BF in the same basket. COD is pretty much run and gun, while BF is more tactical, more atmospheric and less arcadey IMO.

Im really enjoying the WWI setting. Seems more skill is involved then just spraying automatic weapons all over the place and shooting lock-on rockets. From what I've played so far the atmosphere is perfect. The visuals, the sound, the sandstorms, all set the mood.

Can't wait for the full release as I've always enjoyed the BF series. Plus the rumour of an ANZAC Cove map has me excited as my great grandfather fought there in WWI. Bring on October 21!

People saw different gameplay elements in the trailers and expected the game to be what THEY wanted it be. I saw a space exploration game, where I could fly from planet to planet, observing, collecting, enjoying each as it was created. And that's what it turned out to be IMO.

Others wanted Destiny style combat, or Star Wars style dogfighting, or hardcore RPG trading and upgrading. Who knows what the future updates hold? Maybe they'll tighten the controls and add improved combat mechanics, or ship customisation, or NPC missions and quests.

Yes it's repetitive, but so is COD, most RPG'S, and Mario games. Destiny is one of the most repetitive games there is. Everyone has the same few guns, new enemies are just old designs with new colours, and you rinse and repeat the same missions. Every game is not for everyone.

This is my favourite game this year. I'm intrigued by space, planets, etc, in real life and this game fulfils the space explorer in me. Its not perfect but I didn't go in expecting everything I seen in the trailer. They did say this is a procedural game and everyone will see something different.

The game isn't disappointing. Those that are disappointed expected too much.

@AJ423 @thatguyEZ 800mb what I read on forums and twitter.

I find this trophy list boring. They could have done so much with this list. For example, fly to another planet without using hyper speed or warp, walk around a planet, explore a whole planet.

I read that he visited about 100 planets on his travels, which would mean he spent less than 30 minutes on each planet. And he used a resource glitch to bypass all the good stuff. Plus he hasn't finished the game, he's only reached the centre of the galaxy he started in

Funny thing is, more NMS uploads have appeared on YouTube from other gamers, and no one's removing them (Sony or Hello Games).

After taking a peek at the 26mins of leaked gameplay, I have to say this has increased my hype. I can see myself playing this game for hundreds, even thousands, of hours. You could spend hours on just one planet. Not going to watch anymore leaked videos, as what I've seen is enough to know that it's gonna be a wide ride.

@chris730920 I've already planned to get to bed early so I can get up and play from midnight. Once I start the game there's no way I'll be pausing or quiting the game for a few days.

Cannot wait for this game. Haven't been this hyped since Red Dead Redemption. I know it won't be everyone's cup of tea, but I love sci-fi, space exploration (both in game and real life), and the art direction looks amazing. I'm guessing the combat won't be as intense as the common Fps, but this is more of an survival/exploration game. I can see this game being the type that once you complete the story/reach the centre of the universe, you'll continue playing for years, switching on randomly, discovering new planets for fun.

Not too bothered with the free games over the next few months. If anything special is given away free I'll add it to my library, but I have a feeling I'll be addicted to No Man's Sky for the next few months/years.

I think this is my most hyped game now, overtaking when Red Dead Redemption was released. I can seriously see myself clocking up thousands of hours of gametime, just flying around looking at other planets, not even landing on them. Just flying low over the planet, letting nature run its course.

I was looking forward to this when it was first announced, as Tomb Raider 2013 was an amazing game. But with No Man's Sky releasing in 3 weeks, i doubt i'll have time to play anything else before i die in about 60 years.