As someone who likes to torture myself by 100%ing every game I start, Balatro was the worst decision to play that I made all year long. This game is over 200 hours in length (but I didn’t see this advertised at the time), and the repetitious grind is maddening. As much I as I enjoy some of the game’s other design choices, the (first) completionist grind killed the joy of the game for me. (Ironically, I didn’t mind the second “completionist++” grind as much, which was shorter and more fun mechanically.)
I had no option to cash redeem before (i.e., it was missing) but now I have the option to redeem 1,250 for $5 again. My only option, but I was able to redeem it multiple times instantly.
@MrPeanutbutterz A quick Google/reddit search suggests that all three of my issues are not unique to “my controller” but you do what you will with your $200. I’ve gotten better lifespan out of the far cheaper base models, and will continue to use them. It’s just disappointing when you pay 3-4x as much for a “deluxe” product, but the build quality is inferior to the default.
Dual Sense edge is a terrible buy. The quality is worse than the standard controller that’s 75% cheaper. I bought one in Jan 2023 but started having multiple hardware issues by about April 2024 including stick issues (not drift, but worse), battery issues (goes dead even when plugged in), and build issues (rubber grips for your hands are warping/peeling).
Why buy a $200 Edge when you can buy a superior model for $55 on sale? Aka the base model
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Re: GOTY Dark Horse Balatro's Popularity Explodes Following TGA Nomination
As someone who likes to torture myself by 100%ing every game I start, Balatro was the worst decision to play that I made all year long. This game is over 200 hours in length (but I didn’t see this advertised at the time), and the repetitious grind is maddening. As much I as I enjoy some of the game’s other design choices, the (first) completionist grind killed the joy of the game for me. (Ironically, I didn’t mind the second “completionist++” grind as much, which was shorter and more fun mechanically.)
Re: One Month Later, PS Stars Cash Rewards Finally Return
I had no option to cash redeem before (i.e., it was missing) but now I have the option to redeem 1,250 for $5 again. My only option, but I was able to redeem it multiple times instantly.
Re: DualSense Edge, Pulse Headphones Reportedly Getting Black Variant
@MrPeanutbutterz A quick Google/reddit search suggests that all three of my issues are not unique to “my controller” but you do what you will with your $200. I’ve gotten better lifespan out of the far cheaper base models, and will continue to use them. It’s just disappointing when you pay 3-4x as much for a “deluxe” product, but the build quality is inferior to the default.
Re: DualSense Edge, Pulse Headphones Reportedly Getting Black Variant
Dual Sense edge is a terrible buy. The quality is worse than the standard controller that’s 75% cheaper. I bought one in Jan 2023 but started having multiple hardware issues by about April 2024 including stick issues (not drift, but worse), battery issues (goes dead even when plugged in), and build issues (rubber grips for your hands are warping/peeling).
Why buy a $200 Edge when you can buy a superior model for $55 on sale? Aka the base model
Re: Rumour: FromSoftware Classic Getting the Remaster Treatment
DS3 doesn’t need a remaster. Also Bloodborne fans are in shambles yet again lol
Re: The Game Awards Under Heavy Criticism for Elden Ring DLC's Game of the Year Nomination
IDK how much credibility TGA had in the first place, but they will forfeit all remaining credibility if they award GOTY to Elden Ring's DLC.
Also I agree they should just make a separate award for DLC of the year.
Re: Alan Wake 2 Trapped in Financial Dark Place, 'Most' Development, Marketing Costs Recouped
Played this game at release last year, but had my playthrough ruined by weird/wild bugs. Never went back to replay this one.
Re: Ubisoft Disbands Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown Team After Poor Sales, Claims Report
I’m having a hard time believing this game sold poorly. I wonder what their expectations were. This game was very well made. This is a shame.
Re: Opinion: The Price of Playing PS5 Games Day One Is Getting Higher and Higher
From the perspective of the publisher, it’s brilliant charging extra for early access. But I will not support this trend with my cash.
Re: Final Fantasy 16 Receives Permanent Price Cut on PS5 as Complete Edition Launches
If the base game now costs $50 and the deluxe costs $70, then why does the deluxe upgrade still cost $25? Guess I'm still waiting to play the DLC...
Re: Reaction: Why There Are So Many Unnecessary PS5 Remasters for Games That Don't Need Them
I would pay no more than $20 for a HZD PS5 remaster (if it included the DLC). If this is like a $10 or $20 upgrade, then ok I'm in. If not, easy pass.