@AccessibleDaydream The symmetry of the health and ammo in the top corners has been lost to put the radar up there. They've still got time to change it hopefully.
Everyone asking for the Activision back catalogue since the deal went through and Micosoft instead offer a price increase and some old Ubisoft games most people have bought for the price of a coffee.
Looks like my subscription will run out in around 18 months at this rate unless they drop the new extras that I don't want. Feel like I, and many others judging by the comments, will be subsidising the people who take advantage of these new extras. I think they will lose more subscribers at this price than they will gain in revenue.
Hoping to get a bit more time in on Anthem to mop up some more achievements before it disappears. Tempted by The Rogue Prince of Persia as I love PoP games but hate roguelikes so I am torn on this one.
Anthem. For obvious reasons. Quite an enjoyable game that I dropped about a year ago as I got distracted by something else. I will finish the story and will see how I feel about getting all the remaining achievements after that.
Got 6 months to finish it. Played for about 20 hours last year. Time to get cracking and see if I can finish it. Did the same with The Crew when that shut down. At least I get my momey's worth before it disappears.
I got a code for the new game but I only own Ultinate physically. I redeemed it until they rescind it further down the line unless future PS5 players are subsidising this give away.
How many got the first achievement. That will be more informative. It would take me.longer than a month to complete the game. I played over 70 hours before I lost my 360 save when it was stolen and never completed it. 70 hours is more than I get for gaming in an average month.
@FredBiletnikoff It's one of the reasons I pre-ordered. The way things are going the Mario Kart bundle will be the cheapest we will likely evwr see the console.
I got over 70 hours into the original before is was burgled and had my 360 stolen. Lost a lot of time on this and Burnout Paradise. Never could get back into either after that. Maybe need to try again.
I understand the social aspect of live service games but don't get the need to play for 100s of hours just to unlock a new outfit. I remember playing Alan Wake on the 360 socially with my mate back in the day. We kept pausing so we were at the same point in the story.
Got it in around mid 2002. Remember playing Halo on a 14" TV I had in my room in. Was a bit slower getting a 360 until I saw Gears of War and Bioshock at friend's and they had the Elite coming out so picked that up in 2007 with Bioshock.
@Cakefish This was what I was going to say. The numbers will increase again next quarter due to this I am sure. I do the same unless I actually play on my console that day.
I'll wait a while for the early access people to find all the bugs so it can be patched in time for a better experience a week or two, at least, down the line.
Games that I remember playing were the obvious Halo along with KOTOR, Otogi and Burnout 3. The latter I remember getting for Xmas and playing all morning and getting told off when I went down for Xmas dinner still in my pyjamas as the game kept me too busy to even get dressed.
As long as it is on the dashboard I don't care. I spend zero time on the dashboard as I go straight to games or load the last game I played. I certainly don't pay attention to whoever has paid Microsoft to shove things down my throat, literally in this case.
If you say something is OK or alright then you don't get clicks so you have to say that what you are reviewing is the best thing since sliced bread or the worst thing since you ate that turd sandwich. The internet deals only in extremes.
I have the £8.50 just for you offer even though I already own the game and all the DLC. Seems like they are trying to get me to spend more money on it as an impulse buy.
Live service games apart from COD will really need to be day one on the tier for the player base but single player will no doubt be at the 12 month term such as Indiana Jones.
Based on comments here we will see another price hike once the people who are currently subbed let it lapse due to the price hike if this is the reason.
@Scummbuddy My just for you deals also include those two free things. I also see lots of upgrades for Unisoft games for which I already own the ultimate editions so nothing in them I don't already own so nice try getting me to spend more money. The only real 'just for you' deal is for a Dying Light upgrade to enhance or definitive but I bought the Platinum version a few years back so own all DLC apart from the season pass. They need to sort their offers section to be a little more smart like their delivery.
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Re: Here's What The Red Dead Redemption Upgrade Looks Like On Xbox Series X|S
It appears it isn't free for me. I own the base game and the undead nightmare dlc digitally.
Re: Talking Point: Will You Be Revisiting Red Dead Redemption On Xbox Next Week?
I own the 360 version as I got it cheap on the store ages ago and never played it. Maybe this new version will finally get me to give it a whirl.
Re: Halo: Campaign Evolved Officially Announced, Coming To Xbox In 2026
@AccessibleDaydream The symmetry of the health and ammo in the top corners has been lost to put the radar up there. They've still got time to change it hopefully.
Re: Xbox Issues Statement Denying Rumour That Next-Gen Console Could Be Cancelled
"Reports of my death have been greatly exaggerated."
Re: 'Ubisoft+ Classics' Joins Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, Hugely Expanding The Library
Everyone asking for the Activision back catalogue since the deal went through and Micosoft instead offer a price increase and some old Ubisoft games most people have bought for the price of a coffee.
Re: Here's A Breakdown Of All The New Prices For Xbox Game Pass As Of October 2025
Looks like my subscription will run out in around 18 months at this rate unless they drop the new extras that I don't want. Feel like I, and many others judging by the comments, will be subsidising the people who take advantage of these new extras. I think they will lose more subscribers at this price than they will gain in revenue.
Re: Microsoft Announces First Batch Of Accessories For The ROG Xbox Ally
@cburg Not too bothered by a case but phones at that price better make me dinner and tuck me in at night.
Re: Here's A Look At The Updated Xbox Game Studios Roadmap From September 2025
I'm half expecting Fable to join Perfect Dark in the cancelled games pile to be honest.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (August 23-24)
Hoping to get a bit more time in on Anthem to mop up some more achievements before it disappears. Tempted by The Rogue Prince of Persia as I love PoP games but hate roguelikes so I am torn on this one.
Re: Talking Point: Are You Playing Assassin's Creed Mirage On Xbox Game Pass?
I am still playing through Odyssey so it sits in my backlog to play some day. Could be a year or two before get to it.
Re: Poll: Which Of Xbox's Fall 2025 Games Are You Most Excited About?
Keeper for me as it the most unknown quantity of the 4 games.
Re: Talking Point: What's Your Favourite Backwards Compatible Xbox Game?
I really enjoyed Asra's Wrath. Not necessarily the best game but some.of the stages are etched into my brain.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (July 5-6)
Anthem. For obvious reasons. Quite an enjoyable game that I dropped about a year ago as I got distracted by something else. I will finish the story and will see how I feel about getting all the remaining achievements after that.
Re: EA Is Shutting Down Anthem, And It Won't Be Playable Offline Either
Got 6 months to finish it. Played for about 20 hours last year. Time to get cracking and see if I can finish it. Did the same with The Crew when that shut down. At least I get my momey's worth before it disappears.
Re: Gears Of War Reloaded Beta: Release Date, Start Times And How To Access
I got a code for the new game but I only own Ultinate physically. I redeemed it until they rescind it further down the line unless future PS5 players are subsidising this give away.
Re: One Month On, Oblivion Remastered Has A Pretty Low Completion Rate On Xbox
How many got the first achievement. That will be more informative. It would take me.longer than a month to complete the game. I played over 70 hours before I lost my 360 save when it was stolen and never completed it. 70 hours is more than I get for gaming in an average month.
Re: Talking Point: Do You Feel You've Had Value For Money With Your Xbox Series X|S?
I play my Series X more than my Switch and PS5 so I said yes.
Re: Talking Point: Xbox Fans, How Many Of You Are Buying A Switch 2?
@FredBiletnikoff It's one of the reasons I pre-ordered. The way things are going the Mario Kart bundle will be the cheapest we will likely evwr see the console.
Re: Poll: Which Is Your Favourite Gears Of War Game On Xbox?
I think 2 from memory although 1 is a classic. Stopped after 4. Need to try Tactics and 5.
Re: The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered Is Now Available On Xbox Game Pass
I got over 70 hours into the original before is was burgled and had my 360 stolen. Lost a lot of time on this and Burnout Paradise. Never could get back into either after that. Maybe need to try again.
Re: Xbox Spring Sale 2025 Seemingly Delayed To Next Week As 'Sneak Preview' Continues
They are holding off until next Friday so they can make some Good Friday references in the marketing no doubt.
Re: Nintendo Switch 2's Crazy Game Prices Could Be Terrible News For Xbox Fans
That's a 50% mark up in the UK on standard Switch game prices not including the two Zelda titles..
Re: 'ASMR Slicing' Has Become An Unlikely Top Seller On The Xbox Store
I don't get ASMR. It's all just annoying sounds to me. Why listen to random sounds when you could listen to a catchy little ditty instead?
Re: Xbox & PlayStation Owners Are Obsessed With Live Service Games Right Now
I understand the social aspect of live service games but don't get the need to play for 100s of hours just to unlock a new outfit. I remember playing Alan Wake on the 360 socially with my mate back in the day. We kept pausing so we were at the same point in the story.
Re: Talking Point: When Did You First Get Introduced To The World Of Xbox?
Got it in around mid 2002. Remember playing Halo on a 14" TV I had in my room in. Was a bit slower getting a 360 until I saw Gears of War and Bioshock at friend's and they had the Elite coming out so picked that up in 2007 with Bioshock.
Re: Talking Point: A Year Later, What Do You Think Of Suicide Squad: Kill The Justice League?
It's fine. Finished it and all the battle passes for just £4.99 paid. Easily worth that for me. That's me done at over 50 hours on it though.
Re: Xbox Cloud Gaming's Strong Momentum Continues With 'Record' Hours Streamed
@Cakefish This was what I was going to say. The numbers will increase again next quarter due to this I am sure. I do the same unless I actually play on my console that day.
Re: Xbox Fans Hoping For 'Marcus Fenix Collection' News After Phil Spencer Revisits Gears Classics
@themightyant That is exactly what I thought.
Re: Suicide Squad: Kill The Justice League Offline Mode Arrives Alongside Deep Discount On Xbox
Hopefully anyone on the fence will now pick it up at that price with the offline mode added.
Re: Here Are The Cheapest Ways To Get Indiana Jones 'Early Access' On Xbox Series X|S & PC
I'll wait a while for the early access people to find all the bugs so it can be patched in time for a better experience a week or two, at least, down the line.
Re: Lots Of Big Games Are Reduced By 90-95% On Xbox This Week (December 3-10)
You can pay £5 for a large coffee. I am sure Suicide Squad is worth forfeiting a large coffee for.
Re: These 50+ Games Are Cheaper Than Ever In The Xbox Black Friday Sale 2024
@dmcc0 I picked it up there for that price. I spotted it on Deku Deals shortly after this article.
Re: These 50+ Games Are Cheaper Than Ever In The Xbox Black Friday Sale 2024
@Echtzeit I don't get the £11.25 either. I'm guessing that is a Just for You price in the article.
Re: Deals: Xbox Black Friday Sale 2024 Now Live, 800+ Games Discounted
None of the about to be delisted Sega titles in the sale which is disappointing.
Re: Deals: Xbox Black Friday Sale 2024 Now Live, 800+ Games Discounted
@cardcrusher29 There was a thing a few years back about the Switch tax. Maybe there is now a PlayStation tax.
Re: Reaction: Like It Or Not, Xbox Has Gone Full Throttle On Multiplatform
This advertising has just got me thinking about Neil Buchanan's finest hour. "This is an Art Attack!"
Re: SEGA Delisting Multiple Xbox Games This December
Hopefully we will get a sale on these over the next 4 weeks before they disappear.
Re: The Last Ninja Collection Brings Some Old-School Adventure Games To Xbox In 2025
The narrator of that video really sold the compilation.
Re: Talking Point: What Are Your Fondest Memories Of The Original Xbox?
Games that I remember playing were the obvious Halo along with KOTOR, Otogi and Burnout 3. The latter I remember getting for Xmas and playing all morning and getting told off when I went down for Xmas dinner still in my pyjamas as the game kept me too busy to even get dressed.
Re: Xbox Attracts Controversy Over New McDonald's Ad On The Dashboard
As long as it is on the dashboard I don't care. I spend zero time on the dashboard as I go straight to games or load the last game I played. I certainly don't pay attention to whoever has paid Microsoft to shove things down my throat, literally in this case.
Re: Borderlands Described As 'Worst Movie Of The Year' By Harshest Critics
If you say something is OK or alright then you don't get clicks so you have to say that what you are reviewing is the best thing since sliced bread or the worst thing since you ate that turd sandwich. The internet deals only in extremes.
Re: Xbox 360 Store Completely Removed From Console Dashboard After Shutdown
Does it load quicker now though?
Re: Poll: What Do You Think Of Call Of Duty: MW3 On Xbox Game Pass So Far?
There isn't a not enough space to download option.
Re: Forza Horizon 4 Has A Ridiculously Good Discount On Xbox Right Now
I have the £8.50 just for you offer even though I already own the game and all the DLC. Seems like they are trying to get me to spend more money on it as an impulse buy.
Re: Talking Point: Do You Ever Pre-Order Xbox Games Anymore?
@DeanyBabyy I'll give you that but then they don't really get fixed anyway and still rarely get much of a discount.
Re: Talking Point: Do You Ever Pre-Order Xbox Games Anymore?
I only pre-order the odd Nintendo game these days as they barely have a price cut and you can guarantee they aren't broken at launch.
Re: Rumour: Day One Releases Delayed On A 'Case-By-Case Basis' For Xbox Game Pass Standard Tier
Live service games apart from COD will really need to be day one on the tier for the player base but single player will no doubt be at the 12 month term such as Indiana Jones.
Re: Xbox Game Pass Changes Partly Because Microsoft 'Isn't Seeing Strong Growth', Claims Analyst
Based on comments here we will see another price hike once the people who are currently subbed let it lapse due to the price hike if this is the reason.
Re: Xbox's New 'Just For You' Offers Include Super-Cheap Mafia Trilogy Deal
@Scummbuddy My just for you deals also include those two free things. I also see lots of upgrades for Unisoft games for which I already own the ultimate editions so nothing in them I don't already own so nice try getting me to spend more money. The only real 'just for you' deal is for a Dying Light upgrade to enhance or definitive but I bought the Platinum version a few years back so own all DLC apart from the season pass. They need to sort their offers section to be a little more smart like their delivery.
Re: Xbox Fans Confused By 'Weird Temu Spam' Plaguing Direct Messages
They look like codes that help get the spammer free stuff on Temu.