When you consider the bad press the Xbox brand has gotten since 2013 it is actually doing pretty good, most brands would have disappeared never to be heard from again. As long as people are talking about it there is always a chance it can get back to it's glory days.
I bought 3 Series X consoles thru the All Access Program here in the US. One for myself and my 2 sons. It is a pretty good way to get one if money is a little tight.
I doubt if I'll ever be able to finish the game cause being in my 60s my hands aren't as nimble as they use to be but I have enjoyed what little I got to play of it.
It would be nice to see some groups of npcs trying to survive on their own, trying to escape, and coming out of their shelters to warn or assist you with the dangers. The world feels empty in it's current state unless you are on a mission.
OG Xbox, I wanted to play Silent Hill 2 on Xbox because it had a extra character and level that wasn't on the PS2 plus the reviews said it looked much better on Xbox. Picked up Halo with it as well.
I've been playing at 40fps with visuals on and my son thought I was playing at 60fps. I think all games should have a 40 fps option. The maps are very detailed they put alot of thought and effort into this uodate.
They are probably going to combine a few of those teams into existing studios. They will probably try and cut down the time it takes to make a game. Taking 6 years or more to make a game doesn't seem sustainable for the long term health of the gaming industry.
Other than the fact that it seems to run better I don't see a difference in the two versions. After the update I deleted my game and just downloaded the series x version cause I thought I was running the wrong version.
@Weebleman you have to subscribe to their service before you can play a game you own. I own a few PS3 games that are digital and can't play them on the PS5.
It's a shame they will not put out a patch to allow you to play some of these offline. The Crew is a good example, after all these years I still load it up just to cruise around.
I hate all the different tiers that different services have these days. I let PS Plus expire because of the prize increase that went into effect that I believe was put in place to keep the price of Sony's top tier from increasing.
@armondo36 Sony will never put Playstation games on Xbox. They will just hold out for Xbox to go under which it has slowly been doing for 10 years under poor management.
@StylesT I think putting Starfield, Halo, Gears or any of their major titles on PS5 will kill the Xbox brand and quite possibly kill GamePass. Most people will just dump Xbox and get a Playstation. They'll have the best of both worlds. Sony will never allow GamePass on Playstation, as people move to Playstation they will let their GamePass subscription expire and never look back. MS is taking a big risk putting their exclusives on other consoles.
Starfield was my number 1 game and Redfall was my number 2. I enjoyed both a lot. Happy Holidays everyone and have fun playing your favorite games of the year.
Custom soundtracks for Forza Horizon since they removed custom soundtracks I hardly ever play it. I miss listening to BTO while cruising the countryside.
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Re: Soapbox: I Miss The Type Of Pick-Up-And-Play Games We Got On Original Xbox
I played the demo back in the day it came with the Official Xbox magazine disc. It had a couple of tracks if I remember correctly. Nice for a demo.
Re: Xbox Suffers 'Major Outage' As Servers Go Down For Most Players
Haven't been able to connect all day.
Re: Talking Point: What's Your Favourite Xbox Expansion Of All Time?
Fallout 3 I think it was called Point Lookout.
Re: Gallery: Here's A First Look At The Thing: Remastered For Xbox One & Series X|S
It was a good game but could be really hard in a few places.
Re: New Starfield Mods Allow Xbox Series S Version To Reach 120FPS
I hate that graphic mods or mods that actually improve gameplay disable achievements. That is why I never use them.
Re: Former Xbox Exec 'Major Nelson' Announces Next Move In Gaming
When you consider the bad press the Xbox brand has gotten since 2013 it is actually doing pretty good, most brands would have disappeared never to be heard from again. As long as people are talking about it there is always a chance it can get back to it's glory days.
Re: Reaction: Xbox's 2024 Showcase Felt Like A Throwback To The 360 Era, In The Best Way Possible
Great showcase with something for everyone. Just like the good ole days.
Re: Bethesda Unveils Official Trailer For Starfield's Shattered Space DLC
@BIG3 same here.
Re: Remember Xbox All Access? Major UK Retailer Is Abandoning The Program This Month
I bought 3 Series X consoles thru the All Access Program here in the US. One for myself and my 2 sons. It is a pretty good way to get one if money is a little tight.
Re: Xbox Appears To Be Changing The Box Art For New Physical Releases
I like the new design.
Re: Arkane Austin Devs Post Heartfelt Messages As Final Update Arrives For Redfall
Redfall was my go to game last summer. I had a great time with it.
Re: Redfall's Final Update Is Now Live On Xbox & PC, Here Are The Patch Notes
I enjoyed the game alot.
Re: Gaming Showcases In June 2024: Your Complete Guide To Every Xbox Event
@BIG3 my wife and I do the samething.
Re: Rumour: Rocksteady Founders Sign New Studio Game Deal With Xbox
If more deals like this had been made over the past 10 years Xbox would have probably had a much larger customer base.
Re: Hellblade 2 Developer Ninja Theory Thanks Fans For 'Incredible Response'
I doubt if I'll ever be able to finish the game cause being in my 60s my hands aren't as nimble as they use to be but I have enjoyed what little I got to play of it.
Re: Talking Point: Is There Anything Specific You Want To See In Redfall's Final Update?
It would be nice to see some groups of npcs trying to survive on their own, trying to escape, and coming out of their shelters to warn or assist you with the dangers. The world feels empty in it's current state unless you are on a mission.
Re: Ninja Theory Audio Director Explains Why Headphones Are So Important In Hellblade 2
I've been playing on a 5.2.2 dolby atmos system. The sound effects are very good in this game.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (May 18-19)
@Duck_Farmer you should play Days Gone now, I thought it was one of the best games last gen.
Re: Talking Point: What Convinced You To Pick Xbox In The First Place?
OG Xbox, I wanted to play Silent Hill 2 on Xbox because it had a extra character and level that wasn't on the PS2 plus the reviews said it looked much better on Xbox. Picked up Halo with it as well.
Re: Bethesda Announces Plans For The Final Redfall Update On Xbox & PC
@Deljo yes it does have a proper story mode.
Re: Bethesda Announces Plans For The Final Redfall Update On Xbox & PC
@trev666 I played it solo too. I really enjoyed the game. 7 out of 10 is what I would give it.
Re: Starfield Comparison Shows Differences Between 30FPS & 60FPS Modes On Xbox Series X
@Banjo- same here.
Re: Starfield's New Xbox Update Is Getting Fantastic Feedback So Far
I've been playing at 40fps with visuals on and my son thought I was playing at 60fps. I think all games should have a 40 fps option. The maps are very detailed they put alot of thought and effort into this uodate.
Re: Hi-Fi RUSH Is Getting One Final Patch As Tango Gameworks Thanks Fans For Support
@rustyduck I enjoyed Redfall too.
Re: Talking Point: 10 Years On, Have You Ever Played The Elder Scrolls Online?
I played it for a few days when it released but it was just a to cartoony for me to really get into.
Re: Fallout 4's New Next-Gen Update Is Getting Much Better Feedback On Xbox
@LoquaciousB same here.
Re: Recent Studio Closures Tied To 'Long Term' Health Of The Business, Claims Xbox President
They are probably going to combine a few of those teams into existing studios. They will probably try and cut down the time it takes to make a game. Taking 6 years or more to make a game doesn't seem sustainable for the long term health of the gaming industry.
Re: Redfall DLC Cancelled As Developer Arkane Austin Gets Closed Down By Xbox
@Romans12 same here. I had a great time with the game.
Re: Talking Point: How Often Do You Pick 'Quality' Over 'Performance' Modes On Xbox Series X|S?
I usually compare the 2 and pick what feels best. Some games are fine at 30fps others not so much.
Re: Fallout 4 Comparison Reveals How Similar The Xbox One & Next-Gen Versions Look
Other than the fact that it seems to run better I don't see a difference in the two versions. After the update I deleted my game and just downloaded the series x version cause I thought I was running the wrong version.
Re: Poll: What Do You Think Of The Fallout TV Show's First Season?
I thought it was very good.
Re: Here's What's Included In The Xbox April 2024 Update
@ChopperCampbell thank. I have never tried cross play and figured voice chat across the systems would work the same.
Re: Here's What's Included In The Xbox April 2024 Update
What is the point of Discord when Xbox has had voice chat for years? I've never used it to so what are the benefits to using Discord?
Re: Xbox Could Be 'Gearing Up' For Call Of Duty Back Catalogue Announcement
@Weapon_Wheel same here
Re: Xbox Establishes New Team Dedicated To 'Game Preservation And Forward Compatibility'
@Beetlebum91 it is a pretty good squad based shooter.
Re: Xbox Establishes New Team Dedicated To 'Game Preservation And Forward Compatibility'
Hopefully they add more from the OG Xbox My kids were big fans of Brute Force, they still have the game in mint condition but no way to play it.
Re: Fallout TV Show Trailer Supposedly Boosts Fallout Player Numbers On Xbox
When the nextgen update comes out I plan on giving Fallout 4 another playthrough.
Re: Digital Foundry Tests Xbox & PlayStation Cloud Gaming, And The Results Are Mixed
@Weebleman you have to subscribe to their service before you can play a game you own. I own a few PS3 games that are digital and can't play them on the PS5.
Re: Review: Banishers: Ghosts Of New Eden - Emotional Spooks & Solid Scraps In 17th Century New England
@Blastfemur they were just as dead from the hanging. 14 women and 5 men to be exact.
Re: 10 Xbox Games Are Shutting Down Their Servers In March 2024
It's a shame they will not put out a patch to allow you to play some of these offline. The Crew is a good example, after all these years I still load it up just to cruise around.
Re: Talking Point: Would You Be Interested In A New 'Multi-Subscription' Tier On Xbox?
I hate all the different tiers that different services have these days. I let PS Plus expire because of the prize increase that went into effect that I believe was put in place to keep the price of Sony's top tier from increasing.
Re: Xbox President's Reported Message To Employees: 'Every Screen Is An Xbox'
If they release Halo, Gears or Forza on Playstation they'll kill Xbox and GamePass.
Re: Xbox President's Reported Message To Employees: 'Every Screen Is An Xbox'
@StonyKL get a decent antenna and you'll have more stuff than ever to watch. I bought a Mohu leaf Ultimate for my tv and I pick up over 60 stations.
Re: First Two Xbox Exclusives Coming To 'Rival Consoles' Reportedly Revealed
@armondo36 Sony will never put Playstation games on Xbox. They will just hold out for Xbox to go under which it has slowly been doing for 10 years under poor management.
Re: First Two Xbox Exclusives Coming To 'Rival Consoles' Reportedly Revealed
@StylesT I think putting Starfield, Halo, Gears or any of their major titles on PS5 will kill the Xbox brand and quite possibly kill GamePass. Most people will just dump Xbox and get a Playstation. They'll have the best of both worlds. Sony will never allow GamePass on Playstation, as people move to Playstation they will let their GamePass subscription expire and never look back. MS is taking a big risk putting their exclusives on other consoles.
Re: Ubisoft Wants Players To 'Feel Comfortable Not Owning Games' In Future
@__jamiie I'm 61 and feel the same way.
Re: Don't Forget, It's Almost Time For Tomb Raider 1-3 Remastered On Xbox
@Para1966 I think I'll do the same.
Re: Feature: Pure Xbox's Game Of The Year 2023
@Odium I plan on getting Alan Wake 2 eventually I did enjoy the first one.
Re: Feature: Pure Xbox's Game Of The Year 2023
Starfield was my number 1 game and Redfall was my number 2. I enjoyed both a lot. Happy Holidays everyone and have fun playing your favorite games of the year.
Re: Talking Point: If You Could Bring Back Any Old Xbox Feature, What Would It Be?
Custom soundtracks for Forza Horizon since they removed custom soundtracks I hardly ever play it. I miss listening to BTO while cruising the countryside.