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Re: Naughty Dog's New PS5 Game Is Finally Announced, Sci-Fi Action Title Intergalactic

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Weird that a fairly run of the mill teaser could be at all polarizing but oh well I guess. I will say, I never found Mario attractive so I'm not sure where this requirement came about.

In any case I never got into Crash or Jak and Dexter, likewise I do not understand the appeal of the Uncharted games but then there's The Last of Us which I love... like a lot. So it's hard to say based on Naughty Dog's past output. Additionally it's such a short teaser, who could say. The space setting isn't too appealing but I'd have said the same about a post apocalyptic zombie setting as well.

Re: Poll: Will You Be Watching The Game Awards 2024?

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Nothing wrong with recognizing and awarding people for the work they do. That's cool and all but I've never really found this to be particularly entertaining, regardless of what industry is featured. Also something about an awards show funded by one guy feels a little off, even if it seemingly has the blessing of all involved.

Re: PS5 Users Are Begging for Themes, PS1 Startup Screen to Stay

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@Matroska there's been some level of customization for almost 20 years. That's the entire time span some people have been gaming. So yes, the PS1 and PS2 were static in this regard but I think we all felt like improvements were being made without sacrificing the simplicity but now it's like Sony just up and did a 180. Sure we could all get PCs... or Sony could continue it's not too recent trend of letting people customize their equipment.

As in this case they already put in the time to develop the themes, just leave them as an option. Makes no sense.

Re: PlayStation Joins Social Media Shift as Bluesky Rockets in Popularity

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@NintenGuy things get blocked all the time on twitter. it's just the stuff that gets blocked is different than it used to be. For better or worse.

that said, i don't see what's wrong with moderation as long as it strives for fairness in application and doesn't change at any one person's whims.

additionally i've enjoyed bluesky thus far but it's just lacking in its user base at the moment. it's growing but it's no hey day Twitter, yet.

Re: The Last of Us 2 PS5 Pro Is Yet Another Version of a Great Game

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@twitchtvpat yeah I hear you but I wasn't so much directing this at the article or number of articles. It's more about this being the only dead horse Naughty Dog has to flog at this point. Reporting on it is fine. It's just, every time I turn around there's a new definitive way to play this game. It's kinda silly.

Re: The Last of Us 2 PS5 Pro Is Yet Another Version of a Great Game

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Lost track of how many times I've played through this game (and part 1) but man, I could go awhile without hearing about a new edition. I really could.

Additionally, as a huge fan, what a kick in teeth to be told I didn't go on an emotional journey because apparently one can't enjoy this game's story on account of a fps deficit or something. Like bruh. Cool, hawk your new console but don't insult me geez.

Re: PS Portal Will Allow Cloud Streaming in New Beta Update

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@Marquez you just use it as normal and other person logs in with a different controller. my wife and I play nba2k together this way. so you're still using wifi but as it's all the same network it's far snappier and more responsive than any place I've tried outside my house.

hopefully that made sense.

Re: PS Portal Will Allow Cloud Streaming in New Beta Update

zupertramp

Not on premium and don't plan to upgrade. In fact I'll probably drop Extra at the end of my current subscription.

Anyway, for me the portal has been a bit of a let down. Could be I'm too rural for this to be a viable device outside of the home. As for the most part, it works almost exclusively as a second controller now. I can't imagine my experience streaming games from a cloud would be much better.

Re: Do You Really Want Devs to Make Lower Budget, More Original Games for PS5?

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If we're talking graphics, it all depends on art direction for me. If you're going for realism, yes I want expensive looking graphics. But realism isn't a requirement at all.

If we're talking game length, I prefer longer games for the most part but it can depend on the gaming experience provided.

Mechanics and gameplay are probably the most important though. I don't know if they need to be big budget (whatever that means in this context) but they need to be quality.

Re: In USA, the PS5 Pro Launched with Similar Sales to the PS4 Pro

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@Ralizah I know you know we're both kinda joking around but I will say with all seriousness, there's a difference between the people actually struggling to buy eggs and those just complaining about it. The latter would still buy a Pro. Or a new Crewmax pickup whilst simultaneously making out like gas prices are literally killing them.

So my comment was more directed at the overly dramatic folks in our great country very much acting like they have one foot in the bread line which is (part of) why we are where we are.

But that's really another conversation.

Re: In USA, the PS5 Pro Launched with Similar Sales to the PS4 Pro

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That is odd considering all the complaining about barely being able to afford eggs and all.

I do wonder if the 5 Pro is lacking some of the hesitance that existed with the first mid gen refresh. Kinda seemed like a lot of people weren't sure about that in the console space first time around but perhaps have warmed up to it now.

Re: Review: PS5 Pro - An Impressive Yet Inconsistent Upgrade

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@AaronBayne Appreciate the thorough and honest review. Think the following was a good summation for anyone looking for a TLDR version...

"at the end of the day we'd still rather be playing on the Pro than not, because while the difference can be minimal there is still a difference."

Re: No Xbox Games Are Off the Table for Release on PS5, Says Phil Spencer

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@Vaako007 as regards Sony as a business, their focus has shifted considerably in the past decade. Now days a great deal of their revenue is gaming, something like a third I think. And this is the biggest chunk given they have their hands in so many pies, ie financial services, film, music, and of course electronics/hardware.

But I'm not sure if "gaming" includes PlayStation hardware sales or not. I do know they aren't the bulk of the TV, audio, and camera market anymore.

Re: Game Size Not as Important as It Used to Be, Says Yakuza Creator

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Agree with @Korgon that both have their place. It's not all that different from other forms of media. In film you have your quick, easy to watch rom-coms as well as your long fantasy/sci-fi epics. It's not really either/or. At least I hope it's not. I like getting lost in a game for weeks (or more) as well as a more abridged bit of fun I can complete over a weekend.

Re: Poll: Did You Buy a PS5 Pro?

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I'm somewhere between waiting and zero interest. Not against owning one but, like someone else mentioned, I'd need to see what new games really justify its existence. Just not that interested in improvements to games already out, as I've probably already played them.

Re: Take-Two CEO Says Borderlands Movie Bombing 'Didn't Hurt at All'

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@riceNpea commenter is making the not unreasonable assumption the CEO being so flippant about his intellectual property being a bit of a laughing stock makes it seem a little bit like he doesn't care about it. Yes, he's speaking about the financials but a poor financial return typically reflects something's overall lack of viability/popularity. His nonchalance could be read as betraying a lack of pride is all.

You could also see it as him standing by the games in spite of this cinematic setback. So there's that.

But mainly I think we're all just having a bit of fun trashing a movie whose creators made absolutely braindead decisions along the way and you probably shouldn't take it too serious.

Re: What Is PSSR for PS5 Pro?

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@LifeGirl Agreed. I'm even more sold on not buying a Pro lest I feel like a guinea pig. That's just me though; I'm cautious. So I actually very much appreciate the early adopters in this case. The more real-world info Sony can get out of the Pro in preparation for the 6 the better.

Re: PS5 Pro Makes Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth Look Like a Whole New Game

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@Vaako007 @TheDudeElDuderino I don't think anyone really believes the PS5 will get left in the dust... it's more about the language used in these articles. "Literally melt your face" "A whole new game" This is hyperbole. Harmless hyperbole I suppose but still.

The Pro is doubtless more powerful but talking like it's a generational leap when it by definition isn't seems weird.

That said I always appreciate the job these guys do on this site or else it wouldn't be my go to regarding PS news.