I had thought this was just some generic FPS shooter, but after seeing some clips it looks like it might be a cool robotics themed game. It doesn't help that I keep getting Atomic Heart and Wild Hearts muddled up.
Anyway, I could do with finding a trailer and perhaps digging out a review or two to unmuddy my mind on what this game is like.
I bought it as I love the series and want to support the developers and these kinds of games. However, I've only just finished Yakuza 2 Kiwami, so it might be stuck in my backlog for a while.
I'm interested, but I don't have a PS5 yet. Plus, there's too many other games I'm more eager to play instead right now. But it is a game that I wouldn't mind playing at some point, and hopefully it sells well enough.
These days I tend to prefer having all the content in the game on Day 1 without DLC being added further down the line. But like others have suggested, I wouldn't say no to them adding Quiddich.
Brilliant, it sound like it has everything I want from a Like A Dragon game. Not sure when I'll get around to this though, as I'm currently in the middle of Yakuza 2 Kiwami.
The game had been under my radar until now, but this review has pipped my interest in it. I am liking the monster designs from the images above.
The one thing making me hesitant to get it is that it's probably a massive time sink if it's anything like Monster Hunter, plus I've still been playing Monster Hunter Rise Sunbreak on and off recently. It could be a game for me to get further down the road when I'm less busy with other games.
The free to play live service aspects put me off from even trying it out. I don't know how bad it was in MultiVersus, but stuff like battle passes and strongly pushing the microtransactions just discourages me from picking up a game.
Yep, that should be obvious. The better question would be whether the gamepass revenue goes any way to offsetting the lost sales, though I can't imagine the numbers will be that great for most developers.
I got fed up with how overblown the controversy was (in relation to the game), and in the end ended up preordering the PS4 version of Hogwarts Legacy. Had the excessive controversy reaction not happened, then I likely would have been a Day 2 purchase or waited until the first sale.
That's a surprise, I assumed it was coming to all main platforms. I'm still on the fence with this game, so it's more likely to sit on my wishlist for a while if it's Switch exclusive.
With how overblown this controversy has been, I'm even more eager to buy this game than I would have been otherwise. Other than some minor quibbles about how side quests and NPCs could better, it sounds like the game I've been waiting for.
Ishin and Hogwarts are the two major ones for me. Probably won't get Like A Dragon: Ishin straight away though as I'm in the middle of Yakuza Kiwami 2. Likewise, I've got to wait until April for Hogwarts Legacy on PS4, assuming there's no major problems with that version.
It's cool that the disk drive can be swapped out if it breaks, but otherwise I don't mind if the disk drive is detachable or not. This move seems more for Sony's benefit though, as it helps them to streamline their manufacturing processes.
Interestingly enough, I played both Monster Hunter Rise and Persona 4 Golden just last year, so I'm not going to get them again. However, they're both excellent games that I highly recommend.
That's great news. Makes things much more simpler, as it's always been a bit of a mess in terms of different games and editions. Plus those with only the third game are now getting a lot of new content to play.
I really enjoyed Ico and Shadow of the Colossus, but with The Last Guardian the gameplay didn't click with me so much. Whatever he makes next, it'll certainly be worth a look.
It'll be interesting to see what direction they take this game in. I absolutely loved the focus on exploration and environmental puzzles in the older games, but admittedly haven't played much of the more narrative driven recent games.
I've not played many 2022 games yet, and have been doing more retro games this year. The only three of those that I've actually played are Cult of the Lamb, Stanley Parable: Ultra Deluxe, and Arcade Paradise.
I'm fine with the delay, so long as it releases in a good condition. The whole Cyberpunk situation has made me more cautious with ambitious games like these, so I'll have to make sure the PS4 version is still good before buying it on there.
Too late for me. Even if it was at a convenient time, I find the awards sections to be dull. The announcements are the only reason I pay any attention to this event.
Rise is a wonderful Monster Hunter game. One major thing it does to improve the series is that it lets you ride on a dog, making it quick and fun to get around the map.
I'll be continuing with Persona 4 Arena Ultimax and Monster Hunter Rise Sunbreak. And also, I'm in the mood for giving the original Pokemon Snap a try.
That's actually a surprise to me. Weren't they making future expansions free following on from their horrific launch, or did they change that? Or did I misunderstand or dreamt an announcement?
This compilation had gone completely under my radar, so reading this review was helpful. Atari was a bit before my time, so I don't have any nostalgia for this era of gaming, but flicking through this collection would probably still be great fun for me.
Glad to hear they went all out with this collection. Not just with the sheer number of games, but also with taking the time to add interviews and other related content.
I rather like puzzles in video games, so it can be mildly annoying when they're quick to steer you towards the solution.
It also depends on the context and how it's done, and whether the puzzles are the main focus or not. If the puzzles aren't a key selling point of that game, then I don't mind so much when a supporting character starts giving hints through speculation.
That's a shame, his tweets were a good source of keeping updated on the big gaming headlines. Anyway, I wish him all the best with whatever else he's doing.
I've got out my 3DS, and have been mainly playing Professor Layton vs Phoenix Wright and Rhythm Heaven Megamix. Chances are I'll probably play a little bit of Hitman 3 and Monster Hunter Rise Sunbreak as well.
It's frankly a terrible way of doing things. Sony should be treating their customers equally in terms of support, instead of loyalty bonuses such as this.
I get that some other industries do a similar thing, but it feels so out of place and inappropriate for video game consoles to have tiered support.
That's a massive leak if it's real. As it's just alpha builds, I'm not going to judge the game with this. The gameplay footage could easily change wildly between now and the game's release.
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Re: Poll: Are You Playing Atomic Heart?
I had thought this was just some generic FPS shooter, but after seeing some clips it looks like it might be a cool robotics themed game. It doesn't help that I keep getting Atomic Heart and Wild Hearts muddled up.
Anyway, I could do with finding a trailer and perhaps digging out a review or two to unmuddy my mind on what this game is like.
Re: State of Play Confirmed for Thursday with PSVR2, Indies, Third-Party Games, and Suicide Squad
I'll keep my expectations in check, but I'm hoping for some fun surprises with the third party announcements.
Re: Poll: Are You Playing Like a Dragon: Ishin?
I bought it as I love the series and want to support the developers and these kinds of games. However, I've only just finished Yakuza 2 Kiwami, so it might be stuck in my backlog for a while.
Re: Poll: Are You Playing Wild Hearts?
I'm interested, but I don't have a PS5 yet. Plus, there's too many other games I'm more eager to play instead right now. But it is a game that I wouldn't mind playing at some point, and hopefully it sells well enough.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 464
I'll be doing some more side content with Yakuza 2 Kiwami, and progressing further with Beyond: 2 Souls and Wario Land: The Shake Dimension.
Re: Hogwarts Legacy Team Confirms DLC Isn't Planned
These days I tend to prefer having all the content in the game on Day 1 without DLC being added further down the line. But like others have suggested, I wouldn't say no to them adding Quiddich.
Re: Like a Dragon: Ishin! (PS5) - One of the Most Intense and Intricate Yakuza Games Yet
Brilliant, it sound like it has everything I want from a Like A Dragon game. Not sure when I'll get around to this though, as I'm currently in the middle of Yakuza 2 Kiwami.
Re: Wild Hearts (PS5) - A Fast-Paced, Thrilling Alternative to Monster Hunter
The game had been under my radar until now, but this review has pipped my interest in it. I am liking the monster designs from the images above.
The one thing making me hesitant to get it is that it's probably a massive time sink if it's anything like Monster Hunter, plus I've still been playing Monster Hunter Rise Sunbreak on and off recently. It could be a game for me to get further down the road when I'm less busy with other games.
Re: MultiVersus Daily Peak Player Count Down 99% Since Launch
The free to play live service aspects put me off from even trying it out. I don't know how bad it was in MultiVersus, but stuff like battle passes and strongly pushing the microtransactions just discourages me from picking up a game.
Re: Microsoft Admits Xbox Game Pass Is Harming Software Sales After All
Yep, that should be obvious. The better question would be whether the gamepass revenue goes any way to offsetting the lost sales, though I can't imagine the numbers will be that great for most developers.
Re: UK Sales Charts: Hogwarts Legacy's Launch Week Sales Trump Elden Ring's in Massive Debut
I got fed up with how overblown the controversy was (in relation to the game), and in the end ended up preordering the PS4 version of Hogwarts Legacy. Had the excessive controversy reaction not happened, then I likely would have been a Day 2 purchase or waited until the first sale.
Re: Danganronpa Influenced Master Detective Archives: RAIN CODE Could Skip PS5, PS4
That's a surprise, I assumed it was coming to all main platforms. I'm still on the fence with this game, so it's more likely to sit on my wishlist for a while if it's Switch exclusive.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 463
Yakuza 2 Kiwami, might be able to finish the storyline this weekend. Also thinking about starting Beyond: 2 Souls.
Re: Poll: Did You Buy Hogwarts Legacy?
I'm waiting for the PS4 release, and will probably get it as soon as it's available. Glad the game's selling great.
Re: Hogwarts Legacy PS5 DualSense Controller Revealed, Out Tomorrow in Limited Supply
Looks nice, that black and gold colouring works really well.
Re: Hogwarts Legacy (PS5) - A Harry Potter Dream Come True
With how overblown this controversy has been, I'm even more eager to buy this game than I would have been otherwise. Other than some minor quibbles about how side quests and NPCs could better, it sounds like the game I've been waiting for.
Re: Poll: What PS5, PS4 Games Are You Most Looking Forward to in February 2023?
Ishin and Hogwarts are the two major ones for me. Probably won't get Like A Dragon: Ishin straight away though as I'm in the middle of Yakuza Kiwami 2. Likewise, I've got to wait until April for Hogwarts Legacy on PS4, assuming there's no major problems with that version.
Re: Wild Hearts Shows Off Three Weapon Types in Flashy PS5 Gameplay Trailer
It certainly looks interesting, but reviews will be useful for this one.
Re: Side Quests in Hogwarts Legacy Can Be Tackled in Non-Linear Order, Over 100 in Total
That sounds great. If those side quests are as good as they say, then it should be a wonderful time.
Re: Poll: Did You Buy the Persona 3 Portable, Persona 4 Golden Remasters?
I'm skipping these for now, but only because I've played both P3P and P4G within the last couple of years. Still, they're both excellent games.
Re: Poll: Would You Be Interested in a Detachable PS5 Disc Drive?
It's cool that the disk drive can be swapped out if it breaks, but otherwise I don't mind if the disk drive is detachable or not. This move seems more for Sony's benefit though, as it helps them to streamline their manufacturing processes.
Re: Simon Pegg Revealed as the Voice of Hogwarts Legacy's Headmaster
Simon Pegg is great. This news just makes me even more excited for the game.
Re: Poll: What PS5, PS4 Game Are You Most Looking Forward to in January 2023?
Interestingly enough, I played both Monster Hunter Rise and Persona 4 Golden just last year, so I'm not going to get them again. However, they're both excellent games that I highly recommend.
Re: Hitman 3 Will Soon Include All Modern Hitman Games for Free on PS5, PS4
That's great news. Makes things much more simpler, as it's always been a bit of a mess in terms of different games and editions. Plus those with only the third game are now getting a lot of new content to play.
Re: The Last Guardian, Shadow of the Colossus Legend Aiming for 2023 Announcement
I really enjoyed Ico and Shadow of the Colossus, but with The Last Guardian the gameplay didn't click with me so much. Whatever he makes next, it'll certainly be worth a look.
Re: Biggest, Most Expansive Tomb Raider to Be Published by Amazon Games on PS5
It'll be interesting to see what direction they take this game in. I absolutely loved the focus on exploration and environmental puzzles in the older games, but admittedly haven't played much of the more narrative driven recent games.
Re: Whodunnit Adventure Process of Elimination Uncovers April Release Date on PS4
Could be great, it one to keep an eye on.
Re: Poll: What Is Your PS5, PS4 Game of the Year 2022?
I've not played many 2022 games yet, and have been doing more retro games this year. The only three of those that I've actually played are Cult of the Lamb, Stanley Parable: Ultra Deluxe, and Arcade Paradise.
Re: Hogwarts Legacy Delayed to April on PS4, PS5 Version Unaffected
I'm fine with the delay, so long as it releases in a good condition. The whole Cyberpunk situation has made me more cautious with ambitious games like these, so I'll have to make sure the PS4 version is still good before buying it on there.
Re: PS Plus Not Required for Online Multiplayer on PS5, PS4 This Weekend
Cool. I may as well make the most of it and see what Fall Guys is like these days.
Re: Poll: Will You Be Watching The Game Awards 2022?
Too late for me. Even if it was at a convenient time, I find the awards sections to be dull. The announcements are the only reason I pay any attention to this event.
Re: Rumour: Monster Hunter Rise on PS5 to Be Revealed and Released Soon
Rise is a wonderful Monster Hunter game. One major thing it does to improve the series is that it lets you ride on a dog, making it quick and fun to get around the map.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 454
I'll be continuing with Persona 4 Arena Ultimax and Monster Hunter Rise Sunbreak. And also, I'm in the mood for giving the original Pokemon Snap a try.
Re: The Dark Pictures Anthology: The Devil in Me (PS5) - One for the Fans Lacks Ambition
It looks decent enough, but it's a shame that it doesn't quite reach its full potential. I'll likely get this eventually, but I'm in no rush for it.
Re: The FMV Revolution Continues with The Isle Tide Hotel on PS5, PS4
Having a hotel with various eccentric cult members should be quite an interesting setting.
Re: Yes, Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty Is a Paid Expansion, Makes Headlines for Some Reason
That's actually a surprise to me. Weren't they making future expansions free following on from their horrific launch, or did they change that? Or did I misunderstand or dreamt an announcement?
Re: Atari 50: The Anniversary Celebration (PS5) - A Warts and All Celebration of an Industry Icon
This compilation had gone completely under my radar, so reading this review was helpful. Atari was a bit before my time, so I don't have any nostalgia for this era of gaming, but flicking through this collection would probably still be great fun for me.
Glad to hear they went all out with this collection. Not just with the sheer number of games, but also with taking the time to add interviews and other related content.
Re: Talking Point: What Are Your Thoughts on Protagonists Discussing Puzzles?
I rather like puzzles in video games, so it can be mildly annoying when they're quick to steer you towards the solution.
It also depends on the context and how it's done, and whether the puzzles are the main focus or not. If the puzzles aren't a key selling point of that game, then I don't mind so much when a supporting character starts giving hints through speculation.
Re: Random: Video Game News Posting Machine Nibel Quits Twitter
That's a shame, his tweets were a good source of keeping updated on the big gaming headlines. Anyway, I wish him all the best with whatever else he's doing.
Re: The Dark Pictures Anthology: The Devil in Me Was Inspired by the Saw Films, and It Shows
Having a focus on man-made traps this time around instead of their usual supernatural elements has got me interested.
Re: Uncharted PC Port Has Lowest Player Count of Any Sony Game at Launch
I didn't even realise it had released on PC. There was so little fanfare for this launch.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 448
I've got out my 3DS, and have been mainly playing Professor Layton vs Phoenix Wright and Rhythm Heaven Megamix. Chances are I'll probably play a little bit of Hitman 3 and Monster Hunter Rise Sunbreak as well.
Re: Persona 3 Portable, Persona 4 Golden Get January 2023 Release Date on PS4
They're wonderful games, so it's great to see them being made available on modern hardware.
Re: Sony Gates Customer Service Priority Behind New PS Stars Program
It's frankly a terrible way of doing things. Sony should be treating their customers equally in terms of support, instead of loyalty bonuses such as this.
I get that some other industries do a similar thing, but it feels so out of place and inappropriate for video game consoles to have tiered support.
Re: Rumour: Massive GTA 6 Leak Posts 90 Videos Online
That's a massive leak if it's real. As it's just alpha builds, I'm not going to judge the game with this. The gameplay footage could easily change wildly between now and the game's release.
Re: SEGA Is Dropping the 'Yakuza' Name from Now On
Yakuza is such a cool name, but I'll get used to Like A Dragon quickly enough.
Re: Like a Dragon 8 Announced for PS5, PS4 in 2024, Kiryu Is Back
With all these announcements, I've got some catching up to do with the series.
Re: Extended Like a Dragon: Ishin! Trailer Is Maximum Hype, Confirms It's a Whole New Remake
Brilliant. I hadn't even heard of this spin-off until now, but I'm super excited to try out this remake.
Re: Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty Expansion Revealed, PS5 Only in 2023
I'm still on PS4, so it seems I'll have to skip this expansion unfortunately.
Re: Cyberpunk 2077 News Incoming as CDPR Announces Night City Wire Broadcast
As long as they release the expansions in a decent state, I'll be quite eager to get back to it and revisit Night City.