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Is there anything about this hot turd that people are actually happy with?

You're all wrong! It's clearly Juicy Papaya.

Will continue with Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney and Dragon Quest XI. I think I'm starting to near the end of Dragon Quest. I'm not really sure I want it to as I've enjoyed it so much. May also do some more Naruto Ultimate Ninja Storm, which has become my relaxation game.

@RogerRoger That gif is quite hypnotic!

You guys seem to have a pretty good bull**** detector. Where other sites write things as fact, it's nice that you take a more sceptical approach to rumours!

It's hideous. If people are going to come up with a fake at least make it look nice, eh.

Completely forgot this is out next week! Nice reviews. Persona music so so very good.

@JoeBlogs Definitely worth it for the story and atmosphere alone. The gameplay isn't as refined as 4 or 5, but it's nevertheless a great experience!

Whaaat Hollow Knight isn't reduced in Europe. Boo and hiss to that!

Wonder what has gone wrong during development. I love most of Vanillaware's titles so was looking forward to this, and would have probably got it for the Vita.

Quite a mix this week! Continuing with Red Dead Redemption 2, which I'm loving and think is easily Rockstar's best game. I really like the world and setting. Also continuing with Dragon Quest XI. I've neglected this recently as I was away and then played more Red Dead. It's been nice to get back into.

On the Vita I'm playing Metal Gear Solid 3 which is rather excellent. I also started a replay of Symphony of the Night on Halloween.

A lot of DLC is a bit naff or poor value for money though isn't it?

Yeah, my game has been affected. It suddenly occurred to me that the characters were nowhere to be seen. Some of the camp dialogue and banter as well as quests add a lot to the dynamic of the group and Arthur's relationship with them. If had known what triggered it at the time I would have been extra careful. I don't care to redo it as I have now spent many hours on the game, but am looking forward to the fix.

Oh dear. The idea of a multiplayer Fallout was off-putting to me from the get-go, but I've tried to give Bethesda the benefit of the doubt here. It just looks like a janky, sorry mess and it's a shame that it sounds so far removed from what I love about the previous entries.

Still quicker than downloading!

With or without the current U.S. President, the world has become scarily divisive and full of anger, with a wave of far-right nationalism spreading throughout Europe as well as America. I think Rockstar can still satirize the current climate - because let's be honest it's better to laugh at the absurdity of things than it is to cry. The real world is offensive, not a video-game that's a piss-take of it.

Hopefully we'll also be able to transfer our Vita saves to Cold Steel 3.

@Ryall XSeed's Falcom localisations are brilliant though. I would rather them than the half-arsed job NISA do.

Dragon Quest XI is enormous so I'm continuing with that- and enjoying every bit of it. Yay!

Also continuing with Metal Gear Solid 2.

@Rudy_Manchego Nintendo ain't surpassed the Gamecube and they never will! Metroid Prime is marvellous. Have you got any other games lined up to play on it?

Come now Bethesda, the game in stores on release day won't be the finished product either. Silly billies.

I'll take any excuse to replay Symphony of the Night. Does anyone care enough to not buy them? Symphony is one of the best games ever made and it wasn't because of the naff script.

Continuing with Dragon Quest XI. It's very beguiling and lovely as it has been the past month.

On handheld I continue the Adventures of Jack and Rose (a.ka. Metal Gear Solid 2) and have almost finished Dragon Quest Heroes Rocket Slime which I shall play tomorrow while watching Xena.

@RogerRoger Do you have anything awesome in your backlog you're itching to play?

Wow. That's sure to lure people otherwise considering the Xbox One version.

Quite amazing value at that price.

Nah my username is awesome, so I'll keep it.

@get2sammyb If that's the case, I wonder if it could also mean problems for other areas of PSN functionality on the PS3 and Vita, such as trophies or even online purchases.

Continuing with Dragon Quest XI and shall start Metal Gear Solid 2 later this evening.

No idea who this bloke is. 😂

Bought XI at launch and am really enjoying it. Deliberately taking my time so I don't get through it too quickly. The music is probably the only real criticism I have, which is a shame as there are some good melodies hidden behind the 90's style MIDI. Aside from that, it's shaping up to be one of the PS4's finest RPGs.

Hopefully this is a slow-burner in terms of sales and will gradually rack up what is needed? People who have it seem to love it, so maybe there will be good word of mouth? Square-Enix didn't advertise and I'm not too sure many gamers are even aware of its existence, so who can say what sales expectations actually were.

Nice review! I think I'm sold. Guacamelee 2 will be my next Metroidvania but this is certainly on my to buy list.

Dragon Quest XI Like others playing it, I'm finding it most excellent. The other day I reached a moment that was really emotional. I just wish there was more variation in the town music.

Steamworld Dig 2 I enjoyed the first game a lot, so got this right after finishing it. There are so many additions and improvements. It's just as addictive as before.

Stuff like this really puts me off. Realism has a place, but this could become a chore in a game I just want to be full on Western like a Sergio Leone movie.

Continuing with Dragon Quest XI, which I am really enjoying. It's lovely to play such a traditional RPG. It's a really nice change of pace and actually makes the game stand out in a genre where many of the big names have eschewed that style of gameplay.

Started Steamworld Dig on the Vita last night as I got it in a sale years ago and figured it would be good to start tackling my digital backlog some more. The gameplay is rather addictive and it looks really colourful and crisp.

@FullbringIchigo Cel-shading is gorgeous and timeless. I'd still rate Wind Waker as one of my favourite looking games. It was disappointing when the Tales Studio/Namco decided to abandon the style.

@kyleforrester87 Don't see why you wouldn't. The turn-based system is very traditional although it feels fast and modern, and the game has a nice medieval-ish setting like FF9. There's even a new feature similar to trance. I'm not too far into the story, but it seems pretty mysterious so far. Dragon Quest games have varied with the depth of their stories, but many have been quite dark. I'd certainly recommend it if you're into traditional style Japanese RPGs!

Hope your eye gets better soon.

Been playing Dragon Quest XI all week. This game is absolutely gorgeous and the turn-based battles are very fast compared to previous entries. There's a lot of refinements and improvements too. The script is great, as always. The new monsters are so cute!

Yesterday, inspired by our current forum poll, I started Metal Gear Solid. Not played much yet but I'm looking forward to get further into it!

Dragon Quest XI is getting most of my attention at the moment, although I'm really looking forward to playing Spider-Man in the not-too-distant future.

Awesome, wonderful amazing console. So many great games!

Been doing a 1999 mode replay of BioShock Infinite and should have that finished today. It's odd, it seems harder than when I did it on the 360. Perhaps my skills have declined. 😂 It is interesting how some of the themes of the story are even more relevant today than they were in 2013.

Also continuing with Naruto Ultimate Ninja Storm. I've completed two story arcs now. I'm really enjoying this game.

On handheld I've added yet another game to the rotation - Severed on the Vita. I just fancied something with a more laid-back pace as I've not been very well this week and it is something to play in little bursts. The combat has a lot more depth than you would initially think. I really like the presentation and desolate atmosphere.

@jdv95 Thanks. @get2sammyb Haha I just pictured some fool with a really irritating voice saying/screaming that. Frightening image indeed.

Maybe I'm too old, but what's an "influencer"?

Cool. This is one of those titles I never got round to playing, given how enormous the PS2 library was. I've always thought it looked interesting so it will be good to finally play it!

@Kidfried That's interesting. Makes sense! I imagine Microsoft are keen to maintain the loyalty of their most hardcore users by making them feel special and part of a community.

Really looking forward to next week! I love the series and have enjoyed the handheld installments, but have wanted a big gorgeous console entry ever since 8 came out.

Dude's simply massaging the ego of Xbox fanboys. It's what these PR types do in't it?

Oh my!

Should have Guacamelee finished very soon. After that I think I might start a replay of BioShock Infinite or Crash Bandicoot 3.

Continuing with Naruto Ultimate Ninja Storm. I want to ramp it up a bit over the next week and hopefully have it finished before Dragon Quest XI arrives!

Handheld is the same as last week - Trails in the Sky Second Chapter and Dragon Quest Heroes Rocket Slime. I haven't made much progress recently as it is hard to find the time!

Currently replaying the original on the PS4 so I'm nice and ready for the sequel. I think I may well get it as soon as I've finished!

Never played these when they were originally released as I didn't have a Dreamcast. I'm certainly curious to try the remasters given the place Shenmue has in gaming history. Honestly not bothered by dated visuals or even sound.

Awesome. Was tempted to get it on the Switch, but think I'll wait.

@LaNooch1978 Big Bond fan, so I'm sure ai'll enjoy it. You and @RogerRoger have sold me on it, I think!

@RogerRoger Yep, PS4 version. I got it in a PSN sale a few months ago.

Finished my replay of BioShock 2 (got the platinum, yay) and in its place will start Guacamelee on the PS4 in preparation for the sequel's release. I loved the first on the Vita and am quite looking forward to 2!

Also continuing with the Curse of the Pharoahs Assassin's Creed Origins DLC. I took a bit of a break from it in the week as it started feeling a bit repetitive in the way most Ubisoft games tend to after a long time playing. The afterlife areas are cool, however and I enjoy the gorgeous Egyptian landscapes.

Additionally continuing with Naruto Ultimate Ninja Storm, albeit slowly. Really rather enjoyable. Handheld sees it's the continuation of Trails in the Sky Second Chapter!

@RogerRoger @LaNooch1978 Everything or Nothing has been on my list for a while. I never played it when it was originally released so would be interested to play it.

Mafia 3 does sound interesting in terms of story. I don't have PS Plus at the moment, but hope to play it one day. Also, Respect is an all-time favourite song of mine.

Sounds like a very fascinating game with an interesting subject matter. Thanks for the article as I hadn't heard about it before.