Played 8 hours of the trial and this is a typical Dice Battlefield release. It’s just not ready. I’m going to wait 6 -12 months and the game will be much more complete. In the meantime I have loads to keep me going including Halo.
I absolutely loved all the Project Gotham games and I’m not even a huge racing fan. They were just so much fun and as stated not solely about finishing first. It would be a must buy for me if they ever resurrected the franchise but I don’t think they will.
@GuyinPA75 Jumping around or going prone immediately you engage with someone has been a part of any FPS for years. This isn’t something that’s unique to the Halo multiplayer. COD is a nightmare for it and people do it to a lesser extent (but it still goes on) in Battlefield games.
Got my Series X launch day. Have to say after the initial excitement of setting up my shiny new console it was really underwhelming as there were no “next gen” experiences to be had. It didn’t get much action especially as I purchased the PS5 shortly afterwards and that had the fantastic Demon Souls (which is proper next gen graphics) and Astro playroom (which is demonstrated the superb Duel sense controller wonderfully). Although many games have had series X updates which have been great it’s only now (in my opinion) that it’s really starting to show it’s worth with Flight Sim, Forza Horizon 5 and Halo also around the corner. The future looks really bright for X box and I can’t wait for next year personally.
@Alduin Fair play mate. Like I said Im curious and have recently gotten into the Souls games so I’m looking forward to playing it but I completely understand your applying for one. If you can make £100 for basically free then why not?! Pays for an upcoming full release (or two) you’re looking forward to 👍
@Alduin
So out of interest then mate (and this is absolutely not being critical of you selling your code at all) but why did you apply for one in the first place?
Did you foresee the chance to make some money?
I was lucky enough to get a code yesterday and wouldn’t sell it to make money off of it.
I’m a gamer and will enjoy experiencing the game pre release date.
@BlueOcean I have an LG C9 mate and I’m pretty sure 120hz has been available for a while but you need a USB to transfer the update from the LG website to the tv. That’s my understanding anyhow. I haven’t done it but it’s on my list at some point.
@SplooshDmg I’m just starting Bloodborne for the first time after having a blast with Demon Souls (my first Souls game) Should keep me tied over until Elden Ring 😊
Visually the game looks beautiful now and they’ve clearly used the time wisely. I just hope the semi open world nature doesn’t ruin it for me. Halo single player has always been an on rails shooter and that’s the way I like it. Keeping everything crossed 🤞 but either way the multiplayer is amazing so can’t wait for that.
@everynowandben Exactly this. I’m fortunate in that I have 250mbps internet speed so download and delete/install regularly but even if I didn’t your point is bang on.
As already mentioned the beta put me off buying this anywhere near launch.
A complete glitchy buggy mess
Halo Infinite for me…it was so much fun and so polished….can’t wait.
It’s good fun Battlefield and I’m sure it’ll do well. The map is very big even for 128 players as already mentioned. Looks beautiful on the series X but plenty of bugs to iron out. Wouldn’t be Battlefield if it released without bugs!
I’ve never enjoyed Halo multiplayer but having played the beta over the weekend it was an absolute blast. Everything just seems right. The maps are beautiful. The guns are varied, punchy and sound superb. Movement is great and vehicles are fun to drive/fly. Game modes on BtB are fantastic. I can’t wait for launch….roll on December 8th!
@Odium Sounds like you’re enjoying it as am I. There’s some tough boss battles ahead my friend. You are spot on. Cute charming graphics but the gameplay can be very tough even on the regular levels. Great game though….good luck In future boss battles, some of which I died 20 odd times prior to beating them!
Played the beta last night and which I had a blast with but there was a guy on there saying the game was dead already due to cross play with PC players. Crazy
I installed Titanfall 2 a couple of months back on x box and had a blast playing it again. No issues getting a game and the community seems to be very active still If you’ve not tried it or have stopped playing you can still jump in and have some cracking multiplayer action. Sad news there’s no 3 in the pipeline
@Magabro Got onto Rogue likes/lites (I don’t know the difference) due to Returnal. Spelunkey is the hardest game I’ve ever played and got a few levels in Dead cells is excellent too. I completed Returnal (eventually) but the others I don’t think I’ve any chance. Any tips?
@FatalBubbles I agree. I’ve never played a Diablo game before and was looking forward trying it out. How disappointing. It feels so old and outdated. Maybe this is the point. I don’t know. I played it for an hour and deleted it. Oh well
I really enjoyed what I played on PS5 but as the first comment mentions it had way too many bugs so I reluctantly stopped playing around halfway through. If they’ve fixed these then I’m in but I’ll reserve judgment at this time
@OliverOwen Same. I’ll buy the game when the next gen version of released (assuming it runs ok) And where the hell is the Witcher 3 next gen update? I haven’t played it yet and am waiting for this until I do
@NEStalgia
Think if you didn’t like Dead Cells your unlikely to like Hades tbh.
The good thing (stating the obvious) is now it’s on gamepass if your a subscriber you can try it for an hour and if you don’t like it just press the uninstall button. Nothing lost.
@SplooshDmg Roguelikes can be very frustrating by their nature so I fully understand why you say what you do. It’s all about making progress and ultimately escaping. However if it’s not for you that’s fair enough. Fair play for giving it a go
@BBB Stick with it mate. The more runs and rooms you clear the more items you earn to make you more powerful and you’ll soon be clearing the early rooms with ease. I bought this on switch 6 months ago. Gameplay is excellent and I’ve now had 58 escape attempts and made it to the final boss 5 times but haven’t quite gotten past that point yet as it blooming tough for me a bang average gamer! Lol Great game and like you said very addictive…just want more attempt!
@Bobobiwan I’d give it a chance first mate. I bought this a few months back on switch and didn’t think I’d get anywhere but you get more powerful with every run. I haven’t actually escaped yet but I’ve made it to the final boss around 5 times. He’s tough mind!
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Re: Xbox Series S Reportedly Outsells Series X In Various Key Markets
A mate of mine wanted a series X but couldn’t find one so he settled for an S instead.
Might be a common factor here?
Re: Review: Battlefield 2042 - At Its Best When Embracing The Series' Past
@GuyinPA75
I agree. BC2, BF3/4 were superb.
I really did enjoy BF 1 although not everyone’s cup of tea.
This has potential but time will tell eh.
Re: Review: Battlefield 2042 - At Its Best When Embracing The Series' Past
Played 8 hours of the trial and this is a typical Dice Battlefield release.
It’s just not ready.
I’m going to wait 6 -12 months and the game will be much more complete.
In the meantime I have loads to keep me going including Halo.
Re: Forza Horizon 5 Players Are Finding The Game's Dialogue A Little Grating
@gollumb82
I upvoted your comment as I agree about the soundtrack.
However it’s a minor gripe and the games fantastic
Re: Halo Infinite Multiplayer: How To Level Up Your Battle Pass Quickly And Gain XP
There is no quick way.
It’s an absolute slog and I hope they change this asap.
I think I’ve spent around 4 hours on it and am only rank 3!
Re: Halo Infinite's Multiplayer Releases Today, Download And Play For Free
Get in you beauty!
Re: Xbox 20th Anniversary: The Best Xbox Launch Games
I absolutely loved all the Project Gotham games and I’m not even a huge racing fan.
They were just so much fun and as stated not solely about finishing first.
It would be a must buy for me if they ever resurrected the franchise but I don’t think they will.
Re: Rumour: Halo Infinite's Multiplayer Could Shadow Drop Next Week
I hope it’s true as I really enjoyed the beta but if not it’s only just over 3 weeks away anyhow so no biggy
Re: Video: 343 Provides An Extensive Look At Halo Infinite Campaign Gameplay
@GuyinPA75
Jumping around or going prone immediately you engage with someone has been a part of any FPS for years.
This isn’t something that’s unique to the Halo multiplayer.
COD is a nightmare for it and people do it to a lesser extent (but it still goes on) in Battlefield games.
Re: Reaction: Looking Back At An Excellent First Year For The Xbox Series X|S
Got my Series X launch day.
Have to say after the initial excitement of setting up my shiny new console it was really underwhelming as there were no “next gen” experiences to be had.
It didn’t get much action especially as I purchased the PS5 shortly afterwards and that had the fantastic Demon Souls (which is proper next gen graphics) and Astro playroom (which is demonstrated the superb Duel sense controller wonderfully).
Although many games have had series X updates which have been great it’s only now (in my opinion) that it’s really starting to show it’s worth with Flight Sim, Forza Horizon 5 and Halo also around the corner.
The future looks really bright for X box and I can’t wait for next year personally.
Re: Elden Ring Test Keys Are Going For Ridiculous Money Online
@Alduin
Fair play mate.
Like I said Im curious and have recently gotten into the Souls games so I’m looking forward to playing it but I completely understand your applying for one.
If you can make £100 for basically free then why not?!
Pays for an upcoming full release (or two) you’re looking forward to 👍
Re: Forza Horizon 5 Passes 4.5 Million Players, Biggest Launch Day In Xbox Game Studios History
@ChrisMcC7
Send your son to work and you play Forza.
That sounds better! 😬
Re: Elden Ring Test Keys Are Going For Ridiculous Money Online
@Alduin
So out of interest then mate (and this is absolutely not being critical of you selling your code at all) but why did you apply for one in the first place?
Did you foresee the chance to make some money?
Re: Elden Ring Test Keys Are Going For Ridiculous Money Online
I was lucky enough to get a code yesterday and wouldn’t sell it to make money off of it.
I’m a gamer and will enjoy experiencing the game pre release date.
Re: Fable Has Been In Development For (At Least) Four Years, Reveals Engineer
Seriously can’t wait for new Fable.
Re: Xbox Has Enabled Dolby Vision For Forza Horizon 4 And Horizon 5
@BlueOcean
I have an LG C9 mate and I’m pretty sure 120hz has been available for a while but you need a USB to transfer the update from the LG website to the tv.
That’s my understanding anyhow. I haven’t done it but it’s on my list at some point.
Re: Video: First Elden Ring Gameplay Looks Absolutely Incredible
@SplooshDmg
I’m just starting Bloodborne for the first time after having a blast with Demon Souls (my first Souls game)
Should keep me tied over until Elden Ring 😊
Re: 343 Industries Shares A Look At 'Streets', A Brand New Multiplayer Map In Halo Infinite
Looks cool…..can’t wait for December 8th
Re: Video: 'The Banished Rise' In This New Story Trailer For Halo Infinite
The hype is strong with this one….
Re: Halo Infinite Comparison Shows Major Improvements From 2020 To 2021
Visually the game looks beautiful now and they’ve clearly used the time wisely.
I just hope the semi open world nature doesn’t ruin it for me.
Halo single player has always been an on rails shooter and that’s the way I like it.
Keeping everything crossed 🤞 but either way the multiplayer is amazing so can’t wait for that.
Re: New Halo Infinite Campaign Footage Is Here, And It Looks Awesome
Looks good to me.
Roll on December 8th so I can get stuck in to both the campaign and the amazing multiplayer.
Re: 343 Announces Halo Infinite 'Campaign Overview' Broadcast, Airing Later Today
@Clankzz
Ha ha. I’m 47 mate and I feel the same.
Should we feel excited for video games at our age?! Lol
Re: GTA's Remastered Trilogy Officially Arrives This November, Watch The Trailer
New lick of paint….new price….
No thanks.
Crazy times we live in where this has become the norm.
Re: Xbox Reveals New 512GB & 2TB Seagate Expansion Cards For Xbox Series X|S
@everynowandben
Exactly this.
I’m fortunate in that I have 250mbps internet speed so download and delete/install regularly but even if I didn’t your point is bang on.
Re: Battlefield 2042's Hazard Mode Adds A Battle Royale Twist To The Formula
As already mentioned the beta put me off buying this anywhere near launch.
A complete glitchy buggy mess
Halo Infinite for me…it was so much fun and so polished….can’t wait.
Re: Xbox 20th Anniversary Special Edition Controller Arrives This November
@InterceptorAlpha
Ah nice mate. Never seen that before. 👍
Re: Xbox 20th Anniversary Special Edition Controller Arrives This November
@InterceptorAlpha
Is that a blackberry?
Re: Battlefield 2042's Beta Has Begun For Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Members
It’s good fun Battlefield and I’m sure it’ll do well.
The map is very big even for 128 players as already mentioned.
Looks beautiful on the series X but plenty of bugs to iron out.
Wouldn’t be Battlefield if it released without bugs!
Re: Battlefield 2042's Beta Is Now Available To Pre-Download On Xbox
@GuyinPA75 battlefield 1 was an amazing game and there was some destructible environments in it.
Not as much as 4 and 3 mind
Re: Soapbox: I'm Not A Halo Fan, And Even I'm Enjoying Halo Infinite
I’ve never enjoyed Halo multiplayer but having played the beta over the weekend it was an absolute blast.
Everything just seems right. The maps are beautiful. The guns are varied, punchy and sound superb.
Movement is great and vehicles are fun to drive/fly.
Game modes on BtB are fantastic.
I can’t wait for launch….roll on December 8th!
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (October 2-3)
@Odium
Sounds like you’re enjoying it as am I.
There’s some tough boss battles ahead my friend.
You are spot on. Cute charming graphics but the gameplay can be very tough even on the regular levels.
Great game though….good luck In future boss battles, some of which I died 20 odd times prior to beating them!
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (October 2-3)
@Odium
Such a great game. I haven’t quite finished it yet but I hope you’ve enjoyed it.
Boss battles are tough!
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (October 2-3)
Been playing halo infinite beta.
Wow. It’s superb.
I’ve never liked Halo multiplayer but this is so much fun.
Can’t wait for the launch now
Re: 343 Confirms Halo's Legendary Multiplayer Announcer Won't Be In Halo Infinite's BTB Mode
Played the beta last night and which I had a blast with but there was a guy on there saying the game was dead already due to cross play with PC players.
Crazy
Re: 343 Opens Up Halo Infinite's Multiplayer Preview To More Players
Gonna have to download this and see for myself what the hype is about.
Never enjoyed Halo multiplayer over the years but this has peaked my interest.
Re: Kena: Bridge Of Spirits Team Will Look At Possible Xbox Release After A 'Rest'
@armondo36
Do you need a cuddle?
Re: Respawn On Titanfall 3: Don't Get Your Hopes Up, There's Nothing There
I installed Titanfall 2 a couple of months back on x box and had a blast playing it again.
No issues getting a game and the community seems to be very active still
If you’ve not tried it or have stopped playing you can still jump in and have some cracking multiplayer action.
Sad news there’s no 3 in the pipeline
Re: Call Of Duty: Vanguard's Beta Begins On Xbox, Free To All This Weekend
It’s crap. Don’t bother
Re: PSA: You Can Now Use The Xbox Wireless Headset On Nintendo Switch
Good news. I’ve wanted a Bluetooth headset for my switch since I bought it.
Re: Bethesda Shares Videos Of Three Dazzling Locations In Starfield
Ooh. Exciting!
Re: Don't Worry, Scorn Is Still Scheduled To Hit Xbox Game Pass This Year
Hmmm….doesn’t seem to be too much going on in the shown footage.
Maybe a bit dark and grim for me too
Time will tell
Re: Don't Worry, It Looks Like Halo Infinite Will Be At Gamescom Opening Night Live
@John117
Lol
Re: Hades Soars Over Flight Sim As Metacritic's Highest-Rated Xbox Game Of 2021
@Magabro
Got onto Rogue likes/lites (I don’t know the difference) due to Returnal.
Spelunkey is the hardest game I’ve ever played and got a few levels in
Dead cells is excellent too.
I completed Returnal (eventually) but the others I don’t think I’ve any chance.
Any tips?
Re: Don't Forget, The Diablo 2: Resurrected Open Beta Begins Today
@FatalBubbles
I agree. I’ve never played a Diablo game before and was looking forward trying it out.
How disappointing. It feels so old and outdated.
Maybe this is the point. I don’t know.
I played it for an hour and deleted it.
Oh well
Re: Former PlayStation Exclusive Oddworld: Soulstorm Is Heading To Xbox
I really enjoyed what I played on PS5 but as the first comment mentions it had way too many bugs so I reluctantly stopped playing around halfway through.
If they’ve fixed these then I’m in but I’ll reserve judgment at this time
Re: CD Projekt Red Outlines What's Coming In Cyberpunk 2077 Patch 1.3
@OliverOwen
Same. I’ll buy the game when the next gen version of released (assuming it runs ok)
And where the hell is the Witcher 3 next gen update? I haven’t played it yet and am waiting for this until I do
Re: The Critically-Acclaimed Hades Is Now Available With Xbox Game Pass
@NEStalgia
Think if you didn’t like Dead Cells your unlikely to like Hades tbh.
The good thing (stating the obvious) is now it’s on gamepass if your a subscriber you can try it for an hour and if you don’t like it just press the uninstall button. Nothing lost.
Re: The Critically-Acclaimed Hades Is Now Available With Xbox Game Pass
@SplooshDmg
Roguelikes can be very frustrating by their nature so I fully understand why you say what you do.
It’s all about making progress and ultimately escaping.
However if it’s not for you that’s fair enough.
Fair play for giving it a go
Re: The Critically-Acclaimed Hades Is Now Available With Xbox Game Pass
@BBB
Stick with it mate. The more runs and rooms you clear the more items you earn to make you more powerful and you’ll soon be clearing the early rooms with ease.
I bought this on switch 6 months ago. Gameplay is excellent and I’ve now had 58 escape attempts and made it to the final boss 5 times but haven’t quite gotten past that point yet as it blooming tough for me a bang average gamer! Lol
Great game and like you said very addictive…just want more attempt!
Re: Everything You Need To Know About Hades On Xbox Game Pass
@Bobobiwan
I’d give it a chance first mate.
I bought this a few months back on switch and didn’t think I’d get anywhere but you get more powerful with every run.
I haven’t actually escaped yet but I’ve made it to the final boss around 5 times.
He’s tough mind!