@Oz_Who_Dat_Dare Okay, so ignore the franchise, don't engage with it, don't buy it, and let Sony burn all their money making games that, according to you, don't sell.
@Oz_Who_Dat_Dare @Max_the_German I simply do not understand this narrative at all.
The series has sold millions of copies and has great reviews. People enjoy it a lot.
If you don’t want them to make more then stop engaging with it, don’t buy it, and if it’s as crap as some corners of the Internet pretend it is, it’ll go away.
No matter how “forced” its popularity is, they’re not going to make a game that doesn’t sell.
@Frmknst According to Trophy data almost 30% of players on PS5 have completed at least 50 quests, so I'd say a good number of people played longer than an hour.
@tameshiyaku I think they're just taking things slow. I'm sure they know where they want to go with this it's just they're gradually rolling out the features.
Like you say, the quality is great so now it's about scaling that up to support more devices and more users.
@LikelySatan It's 100% aiming for 16-bit look. However, as the article notes: "Obviously, the presentation here is not limited by 16-bit consoles, and while it’s reminiscent of that classic retro look, it’s doing things that simply would have been impossible on those old devices."
@SeanOhOgain Fair feedback. This is how our tool displays things at the moment, but there could be mileage in a more condensed list format for articles like this.
@ChrisDeku I suppose the theory is that if you've got a CD Keys or whatever selling digital game codes, you could potentially be able to buy a $40 game for $30 because the retailer itself offers a promotion.
Then you might get Amazon trying to price match or bringing it down to $28 and so on.
None of this happens at the moment because you can only buy the game through the PS Store.
I tend to agree, though, I'm not sure how much mileage there is in this case.
The turnaround throughout Push Square's lifespan has been impressive. When I started the site, Sony was in an absolutely horrendous position. They were bleeding money all over the place (not just PS3) and seemed to have no direction or purpose at all.
Kaz Hirai obviously fixed PS3 and then went on to start the process of turning the company around.
As this article shows, they're now in a very, very strong position again. Really impressive turnaround which started mostly with Hirai as CEO.
He'll be remembered for the memes, but he was a really impressive CEO.
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Re: Horizon Online Snaffles Bungie's Design Lead As Guerrilla Builds All-Star Team Around Live Service PS5 Game
@Shinnok789 They seem to have staffed up specifically for this game so I think it's mostly a different team.
Re: Horizon Online Snaffles Bungie's Design Lead As Guerrilla Builds All-Star Team Around Live Service PS5 Game
@Oz_Who_Dat_Dare Okay, so ignore the franchise, don't engage with it, don't buy it, and let Sony burn all their money making games that, according to you, don't sell.
It's not hard.
Re: Horizon Online Snaffles Bungie's Design Lead As Guerrilla Builds All-Star Team Around Live Service PS5 Game
@Oz_Who_Dat_Dare @Max_the_German I simply do not understand this narrative at all.
The series has sold millions of copies and has great reviews. People enjoy it a lot.
If you don’t want them to make more then stop engaging with it, don’t buy it, and if it’s as crap as some corners of the Internet pretend it is, it’ll go away.
No matter how “forced” its popularity is, they’re not going to make a game that doesn’t sell.
Re: PlayStation Struck by More Layoffs in the Aftermath of Multiple Cancelled PS5 Games
@breakneck It's the American one, yes.
Re: Be the First to Try New PS5 Games and Features with Sony's Beta Program
Haha yeah, I'm also getting a 404. I assume it'll be fixed soon...
Re: Poll: What Was Your PS5 Game of the Month for February 2025?
That was a strong month!
Re: Split Fiction (PS5) - A Truly Outstanding, Peerlessly Creative Co-Op Adventure
It sounds amazing. I'm not really a co-op guy either, but I love games that constantly reinvent themselves.
Re: Could the Next Xbox Get a Head Start on PS6?
@ThomasHL Well, I wouldn't say it'd be "easy" but we should start hearing more about it soon if this is real.
Re: 3 New PS Plus Essential Games Live Now, Including PS5 RPG Dragon Age
Will be playing some Turtles tonight!
Re: Monster Hunter Wilds Sells 8 Million Units in Three Days, Capcom's Fastest Selling Game Ever
@Frmknst According to Trophy data almost 30% of players on PS5 have completed at least 50 quests, so I'd say a good number of people played longer than an hour.
Re: Konami Announced a New Suikoden Game, But There's a Huge Catch
@nessisonett Well, stuff like Genshin and Star Rail is really big on PS5, so makes sense.
Re: Rumour: Gears of War Collection Will Be Revealed for PS5 This Summer
@nomither6 This guy is relatively reliable and we've heard a similar thing from several different people now. It's probably happening.
Re: Unofficial PC Port Sparks Fresh Demand for Sonic Unleashed on PS5
I quite liked this game.
Re: Sony Makes Push for Cloud Gaming Crown with Almost 400 More Games Whitelisted for PS Plus Premium
@tameshiyaku I think they're just taking things slow. I'm sure they know where they want to go with this it's just they're gradually rolling out the features.
Like you say, the quality is great so now it's about scaling that up to support more devices and more users.
One step at a time.
Re: Cancelled Twisted Metal PS5 Game Sounds Exactly As Expected
@johncalmc They can sell car skins lol.
Re: PS5 Players Drive Xbox's Forza Horizon 5 to the Top of the PS Store Pre-Order Charts All Around the World
@Mikey856 They might but I doubt it. It’s just not as good as GT7.
Re: Cancelled Twisted Metal PS5 Game Sounds Exactly As Expected
I really think a car combat Battle Royale could work very well. I’m surprised no one else has tried it yet.
But I’m not sure about the idea of getting out of your car here. I’m not really sure why they’d add that aspect.
Re: PS5 Players Drive Xbox's Forza Horizon 5 to the Top of the PS Store Pre-Order Charts All Around the World
@LogicStrikesAgain I don’t see why they wouldn’t. Sony has to pay for those so if Microsoft thinks that’s beneficial they’ll do it.
Re: PS5 Players Drive Xbox's Forza Horizon 5 to the Top of the PS Store Pre-Order Charts All Around the World
@LogicStrikesAgain GTA 6 is definitely going to upsell “early access” and will sell 10s of millions of copies at the inflated fee.
Re: PS5 Players Drive Xbox's Forza Horizon 5 to the Top of the PS Store Pre-Order Charts All Around the World
@LogicStrikesAgain You do get all the DLC as well to be fair. But I agree.
Re: 12 Great PS5, PS4 Games At Their Lowest Ever Prices This Weekend
@PrincessPeach11 I want to replay that at some point if I ever get time. Need the DLC too!
Re: 12 Great PS5, PS4 Games At Their Lowest Ever Prices This Weekend
@dardel Happy to help! If you’re in the UK you can buy your PS Store credit from ShopTo and really stack the savings.
Re: 12 Great PS5, PS4 Games At Their Lowest Ever Prices This Weekend
@Jey887 I bought RoboCop too. Not played yet but very excited. Even if it’s not the best game ever, I think I’ll be very satisfied for that price.
Re: Forza Horizon 5 Will Be Best on PS5 Pro as Xbox Supports Sony's New System
@Bigmanfan You're the one who started being pedantic.
Re: Forza Horizon 5 Will Be Best on PS5 Pro as Xbox Supports Sony's New System
@Bigmanfan * on console.
Re: Terminator 2D: No Fate Looks Like a Modern Day Mega Drive Game for PS5, PS4
@LikelySatan It's 100% aiming for 16-bit look. However, as the article notes: "Obviously, the presentation here is not limited by 16-bit consoles, and while it’s reminiscent of that classic retro look, it’s doing things that simply would have been impossible on those old devices."
Re: Xbox's Forza Horizon 5 Snatches April Release Date on PS5, Priced at $60
@YoureTooSlowBro I mean the thing is it’s going to sell too. I certainly am not surprised by the price.
Re: Xbox's Forza Horizon 5 Snatches April Release Date on PS5, Priced at $60
Early Access is a bit mental on a port, no?
Re: Terminator 2D: No Fate Looks Like a Modern Day Mega Drive Game for PS5, PS4
This looks absolutely incredible.
Re: Cheap PS5 Rental Service Rolls Out in Japan, Just in Time for Monster Hunter Wilds
@Oram77 I remember LoveFilm!
Re: PSVR2 Gets Enormous Price Reduction Starting March 2025
That’s a fantastic price. It’s a great headset and there are lots of good games for it.
Re: Surreal Management Sim Promise Mascot Agency Opens Doors on PS5, PS4 in April
I didn't try the demo yet but I want to play this. 😂
Re: Atomfall Looks Like a Legitimate PS5, PS4 Sleeper Hit
@Buckeye4Life2015 It sounds like you can toggle on a bit more guidance if you want it.
Re: PS Plus Essential PS5, PS4 Games for March 2025 Announced
@EngFin I've had it on my wishlist for ages too!
Re: 43 PS5, PS4 Games You Should Buy in PS Store's Dealmania Sale
@SeanOhOgain Fair feedback. This is how our tool displays things at the moment, but there could be mileage in a more condensed list format for articles like this.
Something to investigate!
Re: PS Plus Essential Games for March 2025 Announced
@voltum3l It's real. I can't believe it either!
Re: PS Plus Essential Games for March 2025 Announced
This may be the most shocking PS Plus update ever. I am stunned!
Re: Gran Turismo 7's Free PS5, PS4 Update Adds 3 New Cars and More Single Player Content
@EMQZ It's so Gran Turismo!
Re: Ex-PS Studios Boss Shuhei Yoshida Is Eager for an Invitation to Nintendo HQ
@naruball Fair, I over-egged that. Have edited.
Re: Cancelled Wonder Woman PS5 Game Was 'Gorgeous and Expansive'
@doctommaso Haha, thanks. Corrected!
Re: Tekken 8 Boss Katsuhiro Harada Schools Fan Over 'Disrespectful' Response to Anna PS5 DLC
@Oram77 I think everyone’s hoping for that!
Re: Steam Deck's Install Base Estimated to Be About a Third of PS Vita
@LifeGirl They're resellers.
Re: Xbox's Fable, Expected on PS5, Has Been Delayed to 2026
@LogicStrikesAgain Would make sense, yes.
Re: Xbox's Fable, Expected on PS5, Has Been Delayed to 2026
@trev666 No one is criticising it, just pointing out that the delay makes sense because it naturally doesn't look quite ready yet.
I'm sure it'll be fantastic when it's finished.
Re: Xbox's Fable, Expected on PS5, Has Been Delayed to 2026
@Enuo The visuals look incredible but the gameplay snippets look a bit rough. Interested to see more.
Re: Two Point Museum (PS5) - Laugh Out Loud Tycoon Title Is Well Worth the Entry Fee
@CVCubbington What didn't you like about it? Just not a fan of the genre?
Re: Two Point Museum (PS5) - Laugh Out Loud Tycoon Title Is Well Worth the Entry Fee
@Nakatomi_Uk Just to be clear, I didn't drop a point because of the font size. That is something worth pointing out though.
Re: PS5 Maker Faces Lawsuit Over So-Called 'Sony Tax' on Digital Games
@ChrisDeku I suppose the theory is that if you've got a CD Keys or whatever selling digital game codes, you could potentially be able to buy a $40 game for $30 because the retailer itself offers a promotion.
Then you might get Amazon trying to price match or bringing it down to $28 and so on.
None of this happens at the moment because you can only buy the game through the PS Store.
I tend to agree, though, I'm not sure how much mileage there is in this case.
Re: Sony Is Now the Second Largest Company in Japan By Market Cap
@HonestHick Thanks for reading!
Re: Sony Is Now the Second Largest Company in Japan By Market Cap
The turnaround throughout Push Square's lifespan has been impressive. When I started the site, Sony was in an absolutely horrendous position. They were bleeding money all over the place (not just PS3) and seemed to have no direction or purpose at all.
Kaz Hirai obviously fixed PS3 and then went on to start the process of turning the company around.
As this article shows, they're now in a very, very strong position again. Really impressive turnaround which started mostly with Hirai as CEO.
He'll be remembered for the memes, but he was a really impressive CEO.