I don't feel like you're valued as a pre-order consumer - in recent times it feels like those who pre-order or Day 1 purchase are seen as guinea pigs to test the game for issues, before they release a patch. So essentially, you're paying top money to (in many cases) test a game that will subsequently need to be patched, by which time it will have gone down in cost.
Just been listening to this over lunch - nice one lads! Wish we could have done this last year. I wasn't convinced about The Order either Robert :/ Far Cry 4 however, now that I'm excited for! Kyrat truly looks amazing. Also, love your LBP3 cover ;D
Living up to my forum image and playing No More Heroes: Heroes Paradise at the moment, making me wish I had a Move controller - NMH really isn't the same if you can't charge up your beam katana in that way.
Hmmmm these screenshots... they already raise many questions before I've even got hold of the game.. Nice one Robert, physically can't wait for this one. Been craving a sequel ever since I completed Trigger Happy Havoc.
@AlexStinton Haha I like the sound of your weekend, I will never understand my fascination of obscure Japanese games.. Let me know if it's any good! I was always intrigued by the supposed level of detail in the backdrop of Akihabara
Loved the look of WiLD. Agree with Mr Ramsay though, really hyped for The Witcher & Dragon Age. This article really illustrates what a great line-up the PS4 has in store for us in the coming months..
@MadchesterManc I think that's right, £39.99 is a bit steep for 2 hours of content (game + short movies) but it's all of such high quality that I would highly recommend it once the price drops a bit.
I played Liberation Maiden and wasn't really too taken by it, but will definitely try out SIN seeing as it's a visual novel if it ever reaches our shores
@ShogunRok @get2sammyb Kratos is too muscley, his hugs would probably cause accidental asphyxiation. Although saying that he kinda reminds me of Kahl Drogo who IS hot.
@Bliquid I can't help feeling like this is my fault
Great read Kerry I totally agree that there needs to be more otome games on the shelves, and was so glad when I heard Hakuoki was being released in the UK.
While normally I don't give a damn about what gender the main character of a game is (it's the gameplay that counts!), you are spot on in saying it's nice to have a game targeted towards the female market without it being some stereotypical fashion/pet sim/cooking sim title once in a while. I really don't mind playing as a male character, but as @Bliquid says, it can be a little disheartening when a game you enjoy continually makes you feel like it really wasn't intended for you :/
I'm always willing to give obscure J-RPGs a try, so this one will probably end up on my list too. Shame about the lack of an EU retail version though :/
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Re: Yes, Persona 4 Dancing All Night Will Have Swimsuit DLC
...But what about the men? What about Kanji in his trunks?!
Re: Soapbox: You Should Stop Pre-Ordering Games
I don't feel like you're valued as a pre-order consumer - in recent times it feels like those who pre-order or Day 1 purchase are seen as guinea pigs to test the game for issues, before they release a patch. So essentially, you're paying top money to (in many cases) test a game that will subsequently need to be patched, by which time it will have gone down in cost.
Re: Persona 5's Brand New Gameplay Trailer Is the Phantom That You Need in Your Life
Ahhhhh exciiiiiiite!!!!! So many questions!!
Re: Video: Watch As We Recap November's Best PS4, PS3, and Vita Games
Another great vid Ben, some beautiful words you got there.
Re: This 20th Anniversary Limited Edition PS4 Will Make Your Jaw Drop
PWOAR!!!!
Re: Pigeon Dating Sim Hatoful Boyfriend Flaps onto PS4 and Vita Next Year
@get2sammyb True dat Sammy, true dat. (I am so getting it though).
Re: Pigeon Dating Sim Hatoful Boyfriend Flaps onto PS4 and Vita Next Year
This is what the Vita has been waiting for, this is what it needs.
Re: Er, Where's the PS3 Version of Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas?
@italodance Now that would be swell
Re: Video: Listen to Us Discuss the PS4's Biggest Upcoming Games
Just been listening to this over lunch - nice one lads! Wish we could have done this last year. I wasn't convinced about The Order either Robert :/ Far Cry 4 however, now that I'm excited for! Kyrat truly looks amazing.
Also, love your LBP3 cover ;D
Re: Feature: No Games November - PS4's Lineup Is Starting to Look Silly
Far Cry 4 for me! Looks so awesome. Had a cheeky play of it a few months back, and the elephants were boss.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 36
Living up to my forum image and playing No More Heroes: Heroes Paradise at the moment, making me wish I had a Move controller - NMH really isn't the same if you can't charge up your beam katana in that way.
Re: Review: Danganronpa 2: Goodbye Despair (PlayStation Vita)
Hmmmm these screenshots... they already raise many questions before I've even got hold of the game.. Nice one Robert, physically can't wait for this one. Been craving a sequel ever since I completed Trigger Happy Havoc.
Re: Review: Hyperdimension Neptunia Re;Birth1 (PlayStation Vita)
Nice one @NicolaHayden Looks like the franchise is moving forward slightly.
@get2sammyb Bringing back fond memories Sammy
Re: How Delicious Does That White Destiny PS4 Look Out of Its Box?
Oof, looking good. Thinking this would look lovely on my shelf next to my white PS3, yes indeed.
Re: These New Screenshots Prove That Tearaway Unfolded Is the PS4's Cutest Game
Looks so sweet! Absolutely loved the original, this is must-have for me
@viciousarcanum I'm sure we'll be able to play as Iota too, would be rather odd to force everyone to play as Atoi.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 35
@AlexStinton Haha I like the sound of your weekend, I will never understand my fascination of obscure Japanese games.. Let me know if it's any good! I was always intrigued by the supposed level of detail in the backdrop of Akihabara
Re: Watch a Staggering 37 Minute Gameplay Walkthrough of The Witcher 3 Right Here
Everyone aboard the hype train! Can't wait for release!
Re: Feature: Push Square's Gamescom 2014 Game of the Show - WiLD
Loved the look of WiLD. Agree with Mr Ramsay though, really hyped for The Witcher & Dragon Age. This article really illustrates what a great line-up the PS4 has in store for us in the coming months..
Re: Review: Demon Gaze (PlayStation Vita)
@MadchesterManc Yeah there's a few vocaloid tracks - they're pretty cool, just wish there were a few more!
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 26
@Splat Hearing Ni No Kuni appreciation talk always makes my day - such an awesome game!! Glad you're enjoying it
Re: Review: Short Peace: Ranko Tsukigime’s Longest Day (PlayStation 3)
@MadchesterManc I think that's right, £39.99 is a bit steep for 2 hours of content (game + short movies) but it's all of such high quality that I would highly recommend it once the price drops a bit.
Re: Tales of Xillia 2 Rides the Rails to Europe on 22nd August
Oof, nice! May have to order one of these badboys.
Re: Japan Keeps on Giving as Tales of Hearts R is Confirmed for a Western Vita Release
Every Vita announcement is another success, especially when it's a Tales game.
Re: Danganronpa 2 Waves Goodbye to Despair on 2nd September
Yes yes yes! I am SO ready to be whisked away to a tropical island, even if that island does come with a side-order of murder.
Re: You May Be Seeing New Info on The Last Guardian in the Near Future
So. Much. Hype!!
Re: Video: Watch As We Recap March's Best PlayStation Games
Made me chuckle as always - highlight of the month? I think so.
Re: Feature: 12 PS3 Hits We'd Like to See Remastered for PS4
@Squiggle55 @artemisthemp @Pink_Floyd YES! Team NNK!
Although @Zombie_Barioth is right - a sequel would be better.
Re: Persona 4 Goes for Gold on the PlayStation 3
Oh I just know I'm going to give in and buy this to play it on the big screen..
Re: Liberation Maiden: SIN Confessing All on the PS Vita
I played Liberation Maiden and wasn't really too taken by it, but will definitely try out SIN seeing as it's a visual novel if it ever reaches our shores
Re: It's Time to Start Making Plans for This Year's EGX London
I'll be there as always Readers - feel free to say hi if you see me, would be lovely to meet some of you!
Re: First-Person RPG Mind Zero is Dungeon Crawling onto Vita in May
I'll most likely give it a whirl
Re: Review: Hatsune Miku: Project Diva f (PlayStation Vita)
@Ralizah Ah yes, agree with you on that one - English subs would have been nice for the videos. Damn those songs are catchy!
Re: Sony's Irritatingly Opposed to Organised Gaming Shelves
Aaaargh this stresses me, now my video game collection will look even more odd lined up on the shelves :/
Re: Round Up: First Final Fantasy X/X-2 HD Remaster Reviews Dazzle
Dat tagline.
Re: Monstrous Vita RPG Destiny of Spirits Gets Sociable on 25th March
Ahhh I'm just not sure on this one. Maybe free-to-play does give me the willies haha
Re: Indulge Your Evil Side in This Deception IV Interactive Quiz
I'm 'Humiliating/Audacious' hmmm
Re: Video: Watch As We Recap February's Best PlayStation Games
@ShogunRok Haha best part of the video
Re: Review: Tales of Symphonia Chronicles (PlayStation 3)
Oo you've got me intrigued Mat! I may pick this up on PSN too!
Re: Who Would Win Wednesdays: Dante vs. Kratos
@ShogunRok @get2sammyb Kratos is too muscley, his hugs would probably cause accidental asphyxiation. Although saying that he kinda reminds me of Kahl Drogo who IS hot.
@Bliquid I can't help feeling like this is my fault
Re: Who Would Win Wednesdays: Dante vs. Kratos
Dante's used to taking down big guys, no problem. As @JMC says, he's got a varied skill-set.
AND new Dante is pretty hot... Sooo...
Re: Soapbox: How a Niche PS Vita Exclusive Made Me Feel Wanted
Great read Kerry I totally agree that there needs to be more otome games on the shelves, and was so glad when I heard Hakuoki was being released in the UK.
While normally I don't give a damn about what gender the main character of a game is (it's the gameplay that counts!), you are spot on in saying it's nice to have a game targeted towards the female market without it being some stereotypical fashion/pet sim/cooking sim title once in a while. I really don't mind playing as a male character, but as @Bliquid says, it can be a little disheartening when a game you enjoy continually makes you feel like it really wasn't intended for you :/
Diversity in the market - that's what we need!
Re: Erm, No Girls Allowed in Free PlayStation 4 Exclusive Deep Down
@Clamedeus I think you're on to something there.
Re: Review: Ys: Memories of Celceta (PlayStation Vita)
Really not fussed about the graphics if the gameplay is excellent - will definitely be giving this one a go once my schedule is a bit clearer
Re: Danganronpa 2: Goodbye Despair Performs Its Best Poker Face on PS Vita
Good news!
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 21
Congratulations @matgrowcott! Have a most splendid day
Commiserations @get2sammyb get well soon
Re: Weirdness: inFAMOUS: Second Son Preaches Safe Sex with Supercharged Condoms
-Haha, @get2sammyb trust you.
Re: Review: Danganronpa: Trigger Happy Havoc (PlayStation Vita)
So looking forward to this, thanks for the review Robert - made me even more excited
Re: PS Vita RPG Conception II Is Expected to Deliver in the EU
I'm always willing to give obscure J-RPGs a try, so this one will probably end up on my list too. Shame about the lack of an EU retail version though :/
Re: PS Vita Dungeon Crawler Demon Gaze's Release Just Misses Easter
Another Vita title I'm looking forward to
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 20
@charlesnarles Haha is that you Nanako??
@get2sammyb I feel the same about GTA V. None of the GTA games have gripped me since San Andreas..