@LifeGirl The article never once implied that subscription is dying; it is about how it is not the future of gaming. There's a fundamental difference between these 2 stances.
Let me give you an example if you can't grasp it. 'Having pets is not the future of a family' vs. 'having pets as family is dying out.'
Erm, I'm not sure if I should be happy about it. I mean sure, I want to play great games but I also don't want a gaming studio to push past its (mainly the staff's) limits.
I don't believe in subscription model for ANYTHING, let alone gaming.
It results in having people keep paying with decreasing emotional connection. It's to the detriment of meaningful engagement, ultimately, a meaningful life.
To people who said scaling back is the solution, have you seen Forbidden West's DLC getting review bombed for being "too short" & the map is "too small" just a few articles ago? And it's only $20.
There may be a small group of people prefers small games. They are not the majority or why are all the top selling games massive games now?
It's a complicated problem. Also, games are not more expensive now. Just take a look at how much PS1 games cost back in the days. Those prices are before inflation somemore.
@BeerIsAwesome Realistically, rolling 40x will not get you a 5* character from the limited banner. You need to prepare about 70 rolls at least to even try for a 5*. And that's provided you don't land in the 50% chance of getting a character from the standard pool.
It's really tricky to pull it off because the main selling points of PS5 don't translate to remote play very well. That's why their PS Vita failed. (Or they didn't hang around long enough.)
Forbidden West DLC without a doubt. It's as exciting as a brand new game. And if I hadn't played Monster Hunter Sunrise on Switch, it will be in my list too. It's an amazing DLC too.
@RBMango Not a good idea to write a character out cuz of the actor. How many James Bonds have we got now? Can you imagine that he's gone after Sean Connery?
@AgentMantis FF15 is a missed opportunity due to development woes. The potentials are definitely there.
I hope this game could overcome those issues and live up to the expectations.
@frankmcma They didn't release any specific info about what will happen in the the DLC except that it took place right after FW so the player needs to finish the game.
Many people only start to get PS5 recently due to the shortage of chips during the pandemic. It's not the same era as PS4 so the comparison has little basis.
I got Extra because of Horizon Forbidden West and Spiderman MM. And we are getting Tchia too? Damn. I don't have enough time to play all the great games.
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Re: Xbox Boss Admits Microsoft Can't 'Outconsole' PS5
I don't think Microsoft can't compete. It's more like they just want to make quick big bucks instead of settling down and make great games.
Re: $70 Games Could Be Hurting PS5, PS4 Sales, But There's More to the Story
@LifeGirl The article never once implied that subscription is dying; it is about how it is not the future of gaming. There's a fundamental difference between these 2 stances.
Let me give you an example if you can't grasp it. 'Having pets is not the future of a family' vs. 'having pets as family is dying out.'
Re: Elden Ring's FromSoftware Wants to Release New and Exciting Games More Frequently
Erm, I'm not sure if I should be happy about it. I mean sure, I want to play great games but I also don't want a gaming studio to push past its (mainly the staff's) limits.
Just look at the downfall of Bioware.
Re: Soapbox: I No Longer Think Subscriptions Like PS Plus, Xbox Game Pass Are the Future of Gaming
I don't believe in subscription model for ANYTHING, let alone gaming.
It results in having people keep paying with decreasing emotional connection. It's to the detriment of meaningful engagement, ultimately, a meaningful life.
Re: Surprise! Guerrilla Games Pretty Much Confirms Horizon 3
Awesome! Though it helps to know if I have to wait till PS6 is released. Lol.
Re: Can You Put a Price on a Quality RPG? Yes, and It's Rising All the Time
To people who said scaling back is the solution, have you seen Forbidden West's DLC getting review bombed for being "too short" & the map is "too small" just a few articles ago? And it's only $20.
There may be a small group of people prefers small games. They are not the majority or why are all the top selling games massive games now?
It's a complicated problem. Also, games are not more expensive now. Just take a look at how much PS1 games cost back in the days. Those prices are before inflation somemore.
Re: Honkai: Star Rail Pre-Downloads Begin, But No Movement on PS5, PS4
@Ralizah Same. I think they wanted to and planned to until they got down to real work. The loading time, not graphics, would kill the experience.
Re: Hogwarts Legacy, PS5's Spellbinding Harry Potter Spin-Off, Massively Exceeded Sales Expectations
Love the game. Congrats to the developers on getting the well-deserved love for the great game that they've created.
Re: Soapbox: Final Fantasy 16 Is the Most Excited I've Been for the Series in Almost 20 Years
I might be 1 of the only 5 people who likes 13 more than 12. But I share the sentiment that the series has lost me after 13.
This game looks like it's reviving the whole FF series again and I will be playing it.
Re: Soapbox: Watch Another 20 Minutes of Final Fantasy 16? You Must Be Mad
I understand that people working in gaming have to watch the reveals since it's their work but, an average player can choose not to.
Don't agree with that they should stop it though I didn't watch the latest reveal.
Re: Best Free Games on PS5
@BeerIsAwesome Realistically, rolling 40x will not get you a 5* character from the limited banner. You need to prepare about 70 rolls at least to even try for a 5*. And that's provided you don't land in the 50% chance of getting a character from the standard pool.
Re: Horizon Forbidden West's PS5 Exclusive DLC Has Another Staggering Settlement to Explore
@ThomasHL That's my favorite too! It's just so refreshingly different from anything that I've played before and beautiful.
Re: Talking Point: Would You Care About a PS5 Remote Play Handheld?
It's really tricky to pull it off because the main selling points of PS5 don't translate to remote play very well. That's why their PS Vita failed. (Or they didn't hang around long enough.)
Re: Poll: Which PS5, PS4 Games Are You Most Looking Forward to in April 2023?
Forbidden West DLC without a doubt. It's as exciting as a brand new game.
And if I hadn't played Monster Hunter Sunrise on Switch, it will be in my list too. It's an amazing DLC too.
Re: Final Fantasy 16 Goes Gold Well Ahead of June Release Date
@ShogunRok LMAO! Hilarious but probably true.
Re: Best PS Plus Games
I don't agree with some rankings (e.g. Uncharted and GoW are too high and Spiderman Miles Morales is too low) but it's a great list nonetheless.
Re: The Late Lance Reddick Will Return in Destiny 2, Horizon Forbidden West
@RBMango Not a good idea to write a character out cuz of the actor. How many James Bonds have we got now? Can you imagine that he's gone after Sean Connery?
Re: Final Fantasy 16 Dev Team Fields Fans' Snarkiest Questions in PAX East Panel
Damn the good boi is cute. I'm more excited for the game after this interview.
Re: Final Fantasy 16's Jaw-Dropping PS5 World Will Make You Say Wow
@AgentMantis FF15 is a missed opportunity due to development woes. The potentials are definitely there.
I hope this game could overcome those issues and live up to the expectations.
Re: Final Fantasy 16's Jaw-Dropping PS5 World Will Make You Say Wow
Medieval + magic = my weak spot.
Can't wait for this game!
Re: You Must Beat Horizon Forbidden West to Play PS5 DLC Burning Shores
@frankmcma They didn't release any specific info about what will happen in the the DLC except that it took place right after FW so the player needs to finish the game.
Oh and that pre-order bonus.
Re: You Must Beat Horizon Forbidden West to Play PS5 DLC Burning Shores
I'm 60+ hours into FW and should finish the main quest right after the DLC launched. This is perfect.
Re: Atelier Ryza 3: Alchemist of the End & the Secret Key (PS5) - Huge RPG Is Familiar But Charming
@Sil_Am I see, thanks. Thought it's interesting cuz I just saw the review on Nintendo Life, the same parent company of Push Square.
Re: Atelier Ryza 3: Alchemist of the End & the Secret Key (PS5) - Huge RPG Is Familiar But Charming
I find it interesting how is the exact same game getting 7/10 on PS5 but 9/10 on Switch?
Re: All PS5, PS4 Crossplay Games
@themightyant Yep, the list is missing Genshin Impact.
Re: Horizon, The Wire's Lance Reddick Has Passed Away
Damn, I just started playing HFW a week ago (my 1st Horizon game) and love his portrayal of Sylens.
This is too tragic.
Re: Talking Point: Is 2024 Too Soon for PS5 Pro?
Many people only start to get PS5 recently due to the shortage of chips during the pandemic. It's not the same era as PS4 so the comparison has little basis.
Re: 17 New PS Plus Extra, Premium Games Revealed in Another Huge Update
I got Extra because of Horizon Forbidden West and Spiderman MM. And we are getting Tchia too? Damn. I don't have enough time to play all the great games.