koverby

koverby

I'm not very good at videogames :(

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Re: Stunning PS5, PS4 Indie Kena: Bridge of Spirits Took a Month to Make Back Its Budget

koverby

Article clearly states: “Ember Labs wanted to create a nostalgic platformer, the kind of thing that inspired the brother's animation aesthetic in the first place, which Michael describes thusly: ‘We pitched an experience that was full of charm and had that nostalgia edge to it. [PS2-era games] are definitely a big influence, we weren't seeing a bunch of those games being made, so it was like, it'd be fun to play a game like that, a kind of callback to that vibe, and the simplicity of it is part of the charm. So, for better or for worse, that's what we set out to make.’"

Some people in the comments be like: Ugh. Felt like a PS2 game. Disgusting.

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Re: Soapbox: I No Longer Think Subscriptions Like PS Plus, Xbox Game Pass Are the Future of Gaming

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This was a great read, @get2sammyb! One thing you said really stuck with me: “I am an enthusiast who spends as much of my free time as possible playing games. If even I can’t find value in a limitless library of software, then spare a thought for the more mainstream consumer.” This is so spot on.

Edit: I have a question for you. What if—hypothetically—the industry started putting out more games that had shorter (10-15hr) main storylines? Would that make the subscription service a more viable business model? Speaking for myself, I would love to see shorter games anyway. It seems games just keep getting longer and longer. I don’t necessarily think that’s a good trend. I’d much rather play a polished 10hr game than sink 40hrs into a game with a lot of bloat. Sometimes less is more.

Re: Big Discounts for PS Plus Members in New PS Store Sale

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@KundaliniRising333 yes, it’s good beyond visuals. It makes full use of the DualSense features; it has a good story (cute and a bit juvenile, but still thoroughly enjoyable for adults and big kids). The combat is great. Idk what else to say, but you’ll like it. If you don’t, tell me and I’ll send you a gift basket to say I’m sorry. But also the gift basket will just have a bunch of greasy nuts and bolts in it.

Re: Poll: Did You Buy Hogwarts Legacy?

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@djlard
The controversy is all about whether the NPCs should be programmed to put milk in their tea or not. I don’t really understand it, but I’m not British. Apparently people have strong feelings about that I guess.