@Cakefish Holding out for the Series X was a great decision for me. I went from the Xbox One S to the Series X in 2021 and I've loved my Series X and what it can do. The 65" 4K tv helps too! I just wish it had 120hz capabilities. Still amazing, though.
Based on all the previews I've read. Clair Obscure: Expedition 33 is shaping up to be a dark horse candidate for Game of the Year. I sure hope so, because everything is looking fantastic right now for this studio's first game. The voice actors are an insane compilation! Some big, heavy hitters!
Suikoden I HD Remaster for me. Fantastic game that still holds up today. Never played II, so excited for that one. These should tie me over until South of Midnight and then my most anticipated game of the year in late April, Clair Obscure: Expedition 33!
@Lup Me too. I'm taking my sweet time with Avowed. 18hrs in and still early in the second main area. I took a break to play Suikoden 1 right now. Game still holds up strong.
Bought it pre-order just the other night. Ready to go tomorrow! I nearly finished 1 back around release, but never played 2. Even with that, Suikoden had left a lasting impact on my gaming life.
@Lup This is fantastic news. This is my most excited for game since its reveal. I may be purchasing this one as well. Now I'm going to have to finish Avowed and dabble in Suikoden 1 and 2 before this one releases.
Playing Avowed. I think I've done almost everything in the first main area. Upgrading my gear and should be moving onto the next main area soon. Pretty fun game.
@onetheneo Thanks. I know I have my own quirks with gaming and have not liked a lot of well-liked games, but that's the beauty of gaming: there is something out there for everyone.
@Kaloudz Watched them with my 8yr old maybe a year ago. He loved them. They still hold a soft spot for me, but hey, I still love the Masters of the Universe movie too, so I may not be the best to ask about such things, hahaha.
My biggest bug was Gina repeating lines in Sukhotai and some notes showing even though I picked them up already. I solved that one with taking picture hints of one of the puzzles in the Vatican. I had to push through Gina not shutting up, however. But I got my 100% and all achievements early Jan.
Gave it a go yesterday. I'm trying it with a grimoire/wand combo right now. Not too shabby. I fought that big ol' bear and stopped for the night. Definitely has my attention.
I prefer the turn-based and English dub, personally. I did play the last Gaiden game, but it wasn't close to the levels of Yakuza: Like a Dragon and Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth. Maybe I'll skip this one at launch for now and wait for the next Ichiban adventure.
2008 when I was in the Navy. I had just gotten to a new duty station in Sicily and hadn't received any of my household goods yet. I bought an Xbox 360 on base and Lost Odyssey. Xbox has been my main console ever since (360, OneS, Series X).
@Kaloudz It is stunning. I fully expected that this will get me to South of Midnight, which will get me to Claire Obscure: Expedition 33. My first half of 2025 is set!
Decisions, decisions. Working through Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth second playthrough on Legend to get my final 3 achievements for 100%. Thinking of maybe going back to Dragon Quest XI S again, but Avowed is coming soon. So that may be on hold.
@Scrubchub I'm just not impressed with Bioware. They used to make very good games. I can piece together what I'll like and what I won't after almost 40yrs of gaming. The writing is on the wall.
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Re: Talking Point: What's The Best Xbox Game You've Played During The Series X|S Generation?
My pick is still Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth.
Re: Xbox Series X And S Offer Vastly Different Experiences With Assassin's Creed Shadows
@Cakefish Holding out for the Series X was a great decision for me. I went from the Xbox One S to the Series X in 2021 and I've loved my Series X and what it can do. The 65" 4K tv helps too! I just wish it had 120hz capabilities. Still amazing, though.
Re: Six Games Are Confirmed For Xbox Game Pass In April 2025 So Far
Based on all the previews I've read. Clair Obscure: Expedition 33 is shaping up to be a dark horse candidate for Game of the Year. I sure hope so, because everything is looking fantastic right now for this studio's first game. The voice actors are an insane compilation! Some big, heavy hitters!
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (March 15-16)
Suikoden I HD Remaster for me. Fantastic game that still holds up today. Never played II, so excited for that one. These should tie me over until South of Midnight and then my most anticipated game of the year in late April, Clair Obscure: Expedition 33!
Re: Indiana Jones Set To Release For PS5 In April After Four Months Of Xbox Exclusivity
Solid game. Lots to collect and find. It made me interested in the dlc, whenever it comes out.
Re: Here's What Might Be Leaving Xbox Game Pass In April 2025
@Tasuki Avowed won't be leaving though...
Re: Here's What Might Be Leaving Xbox Game Pass In April 2025
@Lup Me too. I'm taking my sweet time with Avowed. 18hrs in and still early in the second main area. I took a break to play Suikoden 1 right now. Game still holds up strong.
Re: Here's What Might Be Leaving Xbox Game Pass In April 2025
@Lup I think I'm pretty far along, just need to jump back in.
Re: Here's What Might Be Leaving Xbox Game Pass In April 2025
@Lup I need to finish that game. Playing Suikoden 1 and Avowed right now though.
Re: Roundup: Here's What The Reviews Are Saying About Suikoden 1 & 2 HD Remaster
Bought it pre-order just the other night. Ready to go tomorrow! I nearly finished 1 back around release, but never played 2. Even with that, Suikoden had left a lasting impact on my gaming life.
Re: Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3+4 Releases This July, Day One On Xbox Game Pass
@Tasuki Pre-ordered Suikoden last night! Thank you rewards points!
Re: Roundup: The Final Previews Are In For Xbox Game Pass RPG Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
@Lup This is fantastic news. This is my most excited for game since its reveal. I may be purchasing this one as well. Now I'm going to have to finish Avowed and dabble in Suikoden 1 and 2 before this one releases.
Re: Avowed Estimated To Reach 6 Million Players In First Month On Xbox & PC
I'm enjoying it. Almost 17 hours in and I'm just in the second main area. So much to do and discover!
Re: Eight Games Will Leave Xbox Game Pass In Early March 2025
@Scrubchub If you like turn-based games, start with Yakuza: Like A Dragon then Like A Dragon: Infinite Wealth.
Re: Poll: What Do You Think Of 'Balatro' On Xbox Game Pass So Far?
@GoldenPants Yeah, I just didn't find it very engaging at all. More of a chore to keep playing.
Re: Poll: What Do You Think Of 'Balatro' On Xbox Game Pass So Far?
I played it for about 1.5 hrs when it launched into Game Pass. I just can't see how it's so popular, but hey, different strokes for different folks.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (March 1-2)
Playing Avowed. I think I've done almost everything in the first main area. Upgrading my gear and should be moving onto the next main area soon. Pretty fun game.
Re: Balatro Quietly Joins PC Game Pass, Adds 'Xbox Play Anywhere' Support
@onetheneo Thanks. I know I have my own quirks with gaming and have not liked a lot of well-liked games, but that's the beauty of gaming: there is something out there for everyone.
Re: Balatro Quietly Joins PC Game Pass, Adds 'Xbox Play Anywhere' Support
@Ricky-Spanish I played it for about 1.5 hours. I found it extremely boring, but I'm definitely in the minority. People seem to love it.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (February 22-23)
@Kaloudz Dang man, I hate to hear that. Get well soon.
Re: Black Ops 6 Season 2 Reloaded Goes Live On Xbox Game Pass With A Huge TMNT Crossover
@Kaloudz Watched them with my 8yr old maybe a year ago. He loved them. They still hold a soft spot for me, but hey, I still love the Masters of the Universe movie too, so I may not be the best to ask about such things, hahaha.
Re: Black Ops 6 Season 2 Reloaded Goes Live On Xbox Game Pass With A Huge TMNT Crossover
@Kaloudz Hahaha, different era my friend.
Re: Black Ops 6 Season 2 Reloaded Goes Live On Xbox Game Pass With A Huge TMNT Crossover
@Kaloudz I remember that announcement. I also remember the live action turtle movies. 1 and 2 still hold a soft spot of nostalgia for me.
Re: Black Ops 6 Season 2 Reloaded Goes Live On Xbox Game Pass With A Huge TMNT Crossover
@Kieduss Someone needs to make a TMNT game withe those character models.
Re: Indiana Jones And The Great Circle Update 3 Now Live On Xbox
My biggest bug was Gina repeating lines in Sukhotai and some notes showing even though I picked them up already. I solved that one with taking picture hints of one of the puzzles in the Vatican. I had to push through Gina not shutting up, however. But I got my 100% and all achievements early Jan.
Re: Xbox Exec Thanks Fans For Helping Avowed Go Number 1 On Steam
Gave it a go yesterday. I'm trying it with a grimoire/wand combo right now. Not too shabby. I fought that big ol' bear and stopped for the night. Definitely has my attention.
Re: Hands On: Like A Dragon: Pirate Yakuza In Hawaii (Xbox) - Imagine Edward Kenway Liked Sequins & Musicals
I prefer the turn-based and English dub, personally. I did play the last Gaiden game, but it wasn't close to the levels of Yakuza: Like a Dragon and Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth. Maybe I'll skip this one at launch for now and wait for the next Ichiban adventure.
Re: Avowed Is Available Today With Xbox Game Pass (February 18)
Jumping in tonight, for sure! Just finished my Legend run on Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth last night just in time!
Re: Talking Point: If GTA 6 Releases This Year, What Does Xbox Do With Fable?
@Lup Mine is in a few weeks. The Suikoden 1 and 2 Remake is coming out and I'm really interested in getting that.
Re: Talking Point: If GTA 6 Releases This Year, What Does Xbox Do With Fable?
@Lup I could care less about GTA either. Just give me Claire Obscure: Expedition 33!
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (February 15-16)
Final chapter of my Legend run on Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth.
Re: Talking Point: When Did You First Get Introduced To The World Of Xbox?
2008 when I was in the Navy. I had just gotten to a new duty station in Sicily and hadn't received any of my household goods yet. I bought an Xbox 360 on base and Lost Odyssey. Xbox has been my main console ever since (360, OneS, Series X).
Re: These 20+ Games Are Coming To Xbox Next Week (February 17-21)
I'm waiting for reviews first, but contemplating using my rewards to get Pirate Yakuza.
Re: Xbox's Avowed Is 'One Of The Best' Unreal Engine 5 Games So Far, Says Digital Foundry
@Deckard85 Haha, bummer. I do all of my gaming in about a 2hr window each night after the fam is asleep.
Re: Xbox's Avowed Is 'One Of The Best' Unreal Engine 5 Games So Far, Says Digital Foundry
@Kaloudz And I think Doom is May, right? I'm not interested, but I know a lot are.
Re: Xbox's Avowed Is 'One Of The Best' Unreal Engine 5 Games So Far, Says Digital Foundry
@Kaloudz April 8th, I think for South of Midnight and April 23rd for Claire Obscure: Expedition 33.
Re: Xbox's Avowed Is 'One Of The Best' Unreal Engine 5 Games So Far, Says Digital Foundry
@Deckard85 I thought it came out on Tuesday?
Re: Xbox's Avowed Is 'One Of The Best' Unreal Engine 5 Games So Far, Says Digital Foundry
@Kaloudz It is stunning. I fully expected that this will get me to South of Midnight, which will get me to Claire Obscure: Expedition 33. My first half of 2025 is set!
Re: Xbox's Avowed Is 'One Of The Best' Unreal Engine 5 Games So Far, Says Digital Foundry
@Kaloudz Yep, I have it pre-downloaded for next week. I watched a quick 15-20 mins of the opening yesterday. It looked really good!
Re: Review: Avowed (Xbox) - Flashy Action & Excellent Exploration Make Up For A Surprisingly Breezy Narrative
Seems like a fun go. I'll give it a shot next week on Game Pass.
Re: Roundup: The Early Previews Are In For Xbox's South Of Midnight
Sounds like it's definitely worth a go.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (February 8-9)
@Raine1364 Abdolutely. They are fantastic games. Probably age appropriate too, depending on his age.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (February 8-9)
@Raine1364 Both Star Wars Jedi games!
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (February 8-9)
Decisions, decisions. Working through Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth second playthrough on Legend to get my final 3 achievements for 100%. Thinking of maybe going back to Dragon Quest XI S again, but Avowed is coming soon. So that may be on hold.
Re: EA Seems To Think That Live Service Would Have Helped Xbox RPG Dragon Age: The Veilguard
@Scrubchub I'm just not impressed with Bioware. They used to make very good games. I can piece together what I'll like and what I won't after almost 40yrs of gaming. The writing is on the wall.
Re: EA Seems To Think That Live Service Would Have Helped Xbox RPG Dragon Age: The Veilguard
I haven't played DA: Veilguard, but I have zero hope that ME5 is going to be good.
Re: PGA Tour 2K25 Joins Latest Batch Of Free Demos On The Xbox Store
@Kaloudz They can get pretty technical and there is a learning curve, but nothing crazy. Your stats and equipment will improve over time as well.
Re: PGA Tour 2K25 Joins Latest Batch Of Free Demos On The Xbox Store
@Kaloudz The PGA Tour one on Game Pass is good.
Re: PGA Tour 2K25 Joins Latest Batch Of Free Demos On The Xbox Store
@Kaloudz They can be quite fun. I've been playing them on and off since the early 2000s.
Re: Ex-PlayStation Boss Compares Xbox's New Strategy To SEGA, Says It's A 'Balancing Act'
@Isolte Monday mornings my friend. 🤣