I wish there were custom options like this available at the Microsoft store or something of that nature where I could simply buy one of these. Love fourth from the left with Martini inspiration and colors on the stripe.
Imagine a Forza inspired Series X in carbon fiber? Take my money Microsoft!!!
While I am still plugging away on my Xbox backlog (playing Halo: MCC for the first time), that was curbed when I was gifted a Switch OLED and LoZ: BotW which is also a first time for me.
Having missed out on a generation of Xbox (no Xbone), I ended up buying a lot of games I missed that happened to be on sale. Forza 5 was also a factor.
I feel the whole Xbox live service should be discontinued and allow free online play. Also, cancel the GWG bit and further focus on GP whilst adding value to tue service.
I’m still adjusting to the current UI (haven’t had an Xbox since the 360) and like the pin feature to focus the titles I’m playing currently, and… it’s gone….
I use the streaming apps on my TV. I would have considered using the Xbox only if the remote control feature worked via BT. Using point of sight IR… Ugh…
Bought a Series S as I really wanted to play some FH5 and the stock for Series X was impossible to find.. I now have a Series X and passed the little guy on.
Having missed out on the late life of the Xbox 360 (mine RROD’d) my confidence in the hardware quality kept me away from the world of Xbox through the years.
FH5 was my hook back to Xbox and the price of the Series S as well. That all being said, I found FH5 exciting to look at since it was all new to me and the “next generation” levels of detail.
I also have been playing through FH4 and I do admit there’s more variety but feels smaller to me.
I have a Series X now but have yet to source a copy of FH3. I really want to try it out.
@Banjo- As I was simply curious, I tried the UFO site on my Series S and get a solid 60 on a Sony X900h without a hiccup. As I understand that the Xbox browser doesn’t support 120hz.
Switching over to VRR mode didn’t make any difference in the Xbox browsers performance nor does it indicate that VRR is supported that I can see.
@BAMozzy You do make a great point on game pass, I’ve gotten to try so many games that I normally wouldn’t buy but still wanted to try them out. GamePass is a great venue and has saved me a lot of impulse buys that I would have regretted.
The last CoD I played was MW way back when and the remastered version on PS4. Nothing beyond that really interested me. Also, many CoD games are absolute space hogs
Have yet to pull the trigger on anything just yet. Been having too much of a good time restarting Fallout 3. Haven’t touched the game since my 360 got the RRoD.
@JayJ It’s funny that you mention the auto disc eject “feature” of the launch model PS4, that problem affected mine and would always turn my tv in some random part of the day or night if I forgot to remove the last game disc I played.
The only “fix” that seemed to work was as you mentioned which was just lame. I upgraded to a Pro which thankfully had mechanical buttons. .
I hope that this second time around that I bought a Microsoft platform that I hope won’t self destruct on me like my 360 did many years before.
I picked up the Series S after passing on the Xbox One entirely, having only my PS4 Pro. Curiously, they seem to perform comparably with the performance edge going to the XSS.
I do intend to pick up a Series X still when I can easily find one at retail.
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Re: Talking Point: Xbox Series X|S Owners, How's Your Storage Looking In 2025?
Picked up a 2TB card and filled half of it already.
Re: Open World Racer 'Test Drive Unlimited Solar Crown' Delayed Into Early 2024
I was hoping to grab this game to hopefully rescue me from FH4/FH5. It’s pretty much my most played Xbox series over anything else.
Re: Microsoft Reveals All Six Porsche-Themed Xbox Series X Consoles
I wish there were custom options like this available at the Microsoft store or something of that nature where I could simply buy one of these. Love fourth from the left with Martini inspiration and colors on the stripe.
Imagine a Forza inspired Series X in carbon fiber?
Take my money Microsoft!!!
Re: Xbox Reveals New 'Carbon Black' Series S With 1TB Storage, Releasing September 2023
I was hoping for series X level hardware without a disc drive.
Please Phil? 🥺
Re: Talking Point: What 'Dream' Reveal Would You Like To See At The Xbox Games Showcase 2023?
A reveal of a completely new OutRun title from Sega.
Re: Forza Horizon 6 Development Underway As Playground Games Searches For Staff
I am still having a great time on FH5 (and FH4) and I’m eager to hear what the second DLC is in store.
If a new game was released, I’d like to see a variety of newer cars and less recycled cars from previous FH titles.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (January 7-8)
While I am still plugging away on my Xbox backlog (playing Halo: MCC for the first time), that was curbed when I was gifted a Switch OLED and LoZ: BotW which is also a first time for me.
Re: Poll: How Many Xbox Games Have You Actually Bought This Year?
Having missed out on a generation of Xbox (no Xbone), I ended up buying a lot of games I missed that happened to be on sale. Forza 5 was also a factor.
Re: Talking Point: Do You Think Microsoft Will Be Able To Acquire Activision Blizzard?
All this nonsense over CoD… Who’s to say that the franchise will last ten years at this pace. 🤷🏻♂️
Re: Poll: Are You Happy With December 2022's Xbox Games With Gold?
I feel the whole Xbox live service should be discontinued and allow free online play. Also, cancel the GWG bit and further focus on GP whilst adding value to tue service.
Re: Silent Hill 2 Remake Confirmed, But It's A Timed PlayStation Exclusive
Yet another example of one-sided Sony. Exclusive on PS 🙄
Re: Here's Your First Look At Xbox's New Home UI In Motion
I’m still adjusting to the current UI (haven’t had an Xbox since the 360) and like the pin feature to focus the titles I’m playing currently, and… it’s gone….
It reminds me of a budget smart tv menu.
Re: 'Xbox Series C' Has Been Trending Thanks To This New Concept Trailer
If the thing was real, perhaps some imaginary Dolby Vision support in the Blu-ray app.
Re: Yes, There's Now An Official Custom Fall Guys Xbox Series S
I wish there were more custom Series X.
Re: Talking Point: How Often Do You Use Your Xbox To Watch TV In 2022?
I use the streaming apps on my TV. I would have considered using the Xbox only if the remote control feature worked via BT. Using point of sight IR… Ugh…
Re: Talking Point: Xbox Series S Owners, Are You Happy You Skipped Series X?
Bought a Series S as I really wanted to play some FH5 and the stock for Series X was impossible to find.. I now have a Series X and passed the little guy on.
Re: Forza Fans Debate Whether Horizon 5's Map Is More 'Boring' Than Horizon 4
Having missed out on the late life of the Xbox 360 (mine RROD’d) my confidence in the hardware quality kept me away from the world of Xbox through the years.
FH5 was my hook back to Xbox and the price of the Series S as well. That all being said, I found FH5 exciting to look at since it was all new to me and the “next generation” levels of detail.
I also have been playing through FH4 and I do admit there’s more variety but feels smaller to me.
I have a Series X now but have yet to source a copy of FH3. I really want to try it out.
Re: Your Xbox Series X|S Will Soon 'Boot Up' Even Faster
When I think about it, the boot time animation/ear blaster, is somewhat overdone on series consoles.
Re: Is Stray Coming To Xbox? Here's Everything We Know So Far
I’m intrigued by this game.
Waiting will be hard if I hold out for an Xbox version or give it a shot on my old Pro. Tough decision.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (July 16-17)
Been playing Gears 5 for the first time ever on Series X
Re: Talking Point: What Were Your Favourite Xbox Live Arcade Games On 360?
Geometry Wars was a lot of fun on 360 and was my first XBLA purchase.
Re: Talking Point: Did The Series X|S Bring You Back To Xbox? If So, How Come?
Forza 5 Horizon was the hook, the Series S was the sinker for me. I missed out Xbox One on since I only had PS4 last gen.
I played the death out of it for months. Today, I just opened up my new Series X to replace it with. A much better match for my large TV.
Re: Talking Point: Xbox Series S Owners, How's Your Storage Looking In 2022?
I picked up the 1GB storage card for mine. Re-downloading games is a drag.
I had always planned to pick one up regardless as the Series S was a stopgap for me until I got my Series X
Re: Aaron Greenberg Thanks Fans For Xbox Sales Growth, Hopes Series X|S Supply Improves
Missed out on Xbox One, so I picked up a Series S last December.
Re: Fast & Furious Crossroads Is Getting Delisted On Xbox This April
I don’t think anyone will miss it. 🤔
Re: Talking Point: How Often Do You Play Backwards Compatible Games On Xbox?
I do play a lot of my old 360 games and a handful of OG Xbox games all the time.
Re: Xbox Reportedly Paid '$5-10 Million' For Guardians Of The Galaxy On Game Pass
I already bought GOTG as it’s a fantastic game. I’m glad it’s getting a chance to shine on GamePass.
Re: Rockstar Has Announced 'GTA+' For GTA Online On Xbox Series X|S
Hard pass… Sure online is fun but GamePass and GTA+?
Re: Xbox Series X Owner Discovers 'Issue' Causing Games To Run 5% Slower
@Banjo- As I was simply curious, I tried the UFO site on my Series S and get a solid 60 on a Sony X900h without a hiccup. As I understand that the Xbox browser doesn’t support 120hz.
Switching over to VRR mode didn’t make any difference in the Xbox browsers performance nor does it indicate that VRR is supported that I can see.
Re: Hands On: Is GTA V Worth Buying All Over Again For Xbox Series X|S?
Curious what performance numbers are on the Series S.
Does anyone know if you can migrate cross platform (PS4 to Series S)?
Re: Talking Point: What Do You Want To See From The First Forza Horizon 5 Expansion?
I would like to see a large city environment to race in.
Re: Xbox Adds Automatic Downloads To Energy Saver Mode On Series X|S
Making the switch later after seeing this article.
Re: Talking Point: Have You Bought An Xbox Series X|S Expansion Card Yet?
Bought mine (1TB ) last month for use with my Series S
Re: Elden Ring Dominates UK Charts, But Physical Sales Poor On Xbox
@BAMozzy You do make a great point on game pass, I’ve gotten to try so many games that I normally wouldn’t buy but still wanted to try them out. GamePass is a great venue and has saved me a lot of impulse buys that I would have regretted.
Re: Elden Ring Dominates UK Charts, But Physical Sales Poor On Xbox
All I have is a Series S and a PS4, I took the Xbox route.
I’m actually buying a lot of digital lately, Death Stranding being the last physical game I bought.
Re: Poll: Would You Be Happy To See Call Of Duty Skip 2023?
The last CoD I played was MW way back when and the remastered version on PS4. Nothing beyond that really interested me. Also, many CoD games are absolute space hogs
Re: Marvel's Guardians Of The Galaxy Suffered A "Slow Start", Admits Square Enix
I just had a feeling that this game was going to be good and bought it a while ago. It’s only gotten better with time.
I skipped Avengers entirely learning it was going to be a open world wallet vacuum.
Re: Two Games Are Available Today With Xbox Game Pass (February 17)
The last time I played a Madden Football game, it was on the Sega Genesis. Guess I could try out a new version by now.
Re: How To Buy 'Delisted' Backwards Compatible Games On Xbox
I already bought Daytona years ago but unable to download it. I don’t want to have to buy it again.
Re: Deals: Xbox Lunar New Year Sale Now Live, 500+ Games Discounted
I may consider getting the Spyro collection.
Re: Talking Point: What Have You Bought In The Xbox Backwards Compatibility Sale?
Have yet to pull the trigger on anything just yet. Been having too much of a good time restarting Fallout 3. Haven’t touched the game since my 360 got the RRoD.
Re: Feature: Alright, It's Time For Xbox To Make A Smash Bros. Game
Nobody remembers Small Arms? 🧀
Re: Pick One: Which Of These Is Your Favourite Activision Blizzard Franchise?
There’s just too many I like that I can’t choose just one. So, in good faith, I choose Guitar Hero. That game was unique and needs a comeback.
Re: Xbox Is Giving Away This Custom Lunar New Year Series S
I wish I could get that controller.
Re: Xbox Boss 'Trusts' Nintendo & PlayStation, More Concerned About 'Other Tech Competitors'
@JayJ It’s funny that you mention the auto disc eject “feature” of the launch model PS4, that problem affected mine and would always turn my tv in some random part of the day or night if I forgot to remove the last game disc I played.
The only “fix” that seemed to work was as you mentioned which was just lame. I upgraded to a Pro which thankfully had mechanical buttons. .
I hope that this second time around that I bought a Microsoft platform that I hope won’t self destruct on me like my 360 did many years before.
Re: All Games With FPS Boosts On Xbox Series X And Xbox Series S
It’s great that I can revisit Fallout 3 again in far better form than it was on the 360
Re: Reaction: Sony Continuing PS4 Production Shows The Xbox Series S Was A Great Move
I picked up the Series S after passing on the Xbox One entirely, having only my PS4 Pro. Curiously, they seem to perform comparably with the performance edge going to the XSS.
I do intend to pick up a Series X still when I can easily find one at retail.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (January 1-2)
A bit of AC: Valhalla and a bit of Psychonauts 2.
Re: Talking Point: What Have You Bought In The Xbox Countdown Sale 2021?
Bought Halo MCC and AC: Valhalla. Figured I’d be playing these for quite a while and worth a purchase.
Re: Here's Every Game That Supports Dolby Vision & Atmos On Xbox So Far
I have been enjoying FH5 and GOTG DV support (on-screen display shows DV) but annoyingly, only at 4K60 on my x900h.
The games I’ve noticed DV support on was AC: Valhalla and Control
On my XSS, I have auto HDR disabled due to the lag it stacks onto my older games.