@FraserG hey Fraser, so I'm after playing a fair few retro games (Return to Castle Wolfenstein, Soldier of Fortune, Nox to name a few), just wanted to ask how well they play, and would it be advisable getting the X or would I be ok with just the base Ally??
So I've seen this over on Push Square, and as expected, the entitled "I expect to play with your toys, but you can't play with mine" crowd are out in full force....Me personally can only applaud Sharma if she follows this through ๐
"Start your journey as a tourist and explore a world full of hit music"....Tbh i've always thought the soundtrack in Forza games kinda sucked - certainly nowhere near the same league as GTA or Saints Row ๐
@sixrings I haven't - and I've absolutely no intention to...I know Xbox have their faults; but to have my games, YouTube and telly apps all in one place - thats me a happy bunny ๐
@Scrubchub well first of all I wasn't referring to anyone in particular, and 2nd, didnt you insult my opinion earlier in the conversation?? Pot kettle black my friend ๐
@ChopChic I thought id give it one last chance and low and behold, barely managed an hour - this so called masterpiece many folk are calling, I'm certainly not seeing it - and honestly it's just nice seeing someone else who isn't a complete CDPR kiss arse ๐
I think I must have tried maybe three or four times and it's just not happening...Or i must be playing something different; The origin paths are beyond redundant....i was expecting something akin to Dragon Age Origins - it's nothing more than a ten minute intro....The dialogue is excruciatingly trying way too hard to sound hip, the skill system is an absolute joke - I've absolutely no idea what's supposed to do what; I've tried many builds and not once have I actually felt my character was upgraded...So many people are saying it's one of the best games ever, but right now I couldn't disagree more ๐...Unless this is just the first few hours you've got to muster through, and it gets better afterwards?? ๐
@jesse_dylan So I've just had a look at the showcase video from last summer and yeah I'm positive...As I said it's only a small worry; hopefully quashed come release date ๐
Absolutely no doubt Clockwork looks stunning...However, theres this niggling worry it might be quite similar Bioshock Infinite; imo one of the biggest disappointments in gaming history ๐
@Tasuki yeah I think that's the most realistic outcome if we're talking best case scenario ๐...The rest of it though?? If I was Microsoft at this point, I'd be asking for my money back - ActiBlizz just haven't delivered in the slightest ๐
I'm sure I'm not the only one here - But, how about actually delivering the f***ing goods Blizzard?? No WoW on console and practically nothing worth shouting about on GPU ๐
I mean it's gotta be Terminator hasn't it - You can see how much love and passion has gone into the game....And as someone old enough to remember Terminator Vs RoboCop on the MegaDrive, 2D No Fate has definitely been a long time coming ๐
I know absolutely nothing when it comes to tech stuff - like for instance I'd see one group of specs, then see another different set of specs and I'd have no idea which is best ๐...That said, I'm assuming the Rog Ally (X) has certainly got some juice to it, presumably which will allow it to last...On another note - a lot of folk are saying Xbox is dead and done....My guess atm, is far far from it ๐
Sadly Clair Obscur just didn't do it for me (could be I just suck at it maybe ๐ค) however, there have been a few highlights; Kingdom Come 2 and AC Shadows...Bearing in mind there's a few I've not played yet, like Silksong and Ninja Gaiden ๐
I've got say, 5 is definitely the high point for me....3, while good, just never really jelled with me like it did with other folk....4, just kinda felt like a time filler, and yeah I agree, 6 was definitely a low point ๐
Ya know the amount of crap people continue to spew re: Veilguard, I can't help but chuckle at...So I'm only at Neve's relic quest part 2 (around 6hrs in) and while no where near the masterpiece that Origins is, it's certainly the best sequel atm ๐
The cancellation of Perfect Dark was just a darn good chuckle and it is in fact really still happening ๐๐...That and maybe we finally get some release dates...Fable, Clockwork Revolution, State of Decay 3 and Gears E Day, I'm looking at you....Also, something about Forza Horizon 6 would be nice ๐
I mean, if the rumours are true and the next gen console/ROG Handheld has Steam integration, then they'll be no worries - whatever PS game comes PC, we'll be able to play as well ๐
My guess is - either shows up incredibly late, or doesn't bother showing up at all; meaning having to wait frig knows how long for the next one - ya know, like real life ๐๐
@Elbow Yeah I think the last deal from my point of view that was of any benefit, was nearly three months ago - since then, practically piss all ๐....On the plus side, I've discovered YouTube doing decent deals, so at least there's that ๐
Forgetting the games for a sec - what the hell is going on with the film/TV sales?? Last few months now, it's just been a piddly couple dozen that last about a month, then it's another measly small handful, lasting another near month ๐
You absolute son of a bitch - one of the best highlights from last year's showcase, now cancelled ๐ก....If the gaming industry continues like it is, we could be seeing another crash a la 1983 ๐
@Ricky-Spanish As I say, for me it's always just after the prologue heist, but it could be shortly after...Put simply, if you get into freeplay after you get to Shaundi's flat (after the armoury section) without any bother, then you're laughing ๐
@Ricky-Spanish does it still crash after the Saints get arrested after the prologue?? Kept doing that every time on my X, yet on the One completely fine ๐
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Re: Xbox Reveals List Of 28 Titles With New Improvements For The ROG Xbox Ally
@FraserG that's excellent, thank you...been checking all over these last few months and can't seem to find a straight answer ๐๐
Re: Xbox Reveals List Of 28 Titles With New Improvements For The ROG Xbox Ally
@FraserG hey Fraser, so I'm after playing a fair few retro games (Return to Castle Wolfenstein, Soldier of Fortune, Nox to name a few), just wanted to ask how well they play, and would it be advisable getting the X or would I be ok with just the base Ally??
Re: Xbox Is Officially 'Reevaluating' What To Do About Exclusivity
So I've seen this over on Push Square, and as expected, the entitled "I expect to play with your toys, but you can't play with mine" crowd are out in full force....Me personally can only applaud Sharma if she follows this through ๐
Re: Four Games Are Confirmed For Xbox Game Pass In May 2026 So Far
@16BitHero Yeah PGR was awesome...And still (to my knowledge) the only series you can incorporate your own music into the game ๐
Re: Four Games Are Confirmed For Xbox Game Pass In May 2026 So Far
"Start your journey as a tourist and explore a world full of hit music"....Tbh i've always thought the soundtrack in Forza games kinda sucked - certainly nowhere near the same league as GTA or Saints Row ๐
Re: 'Xbox Buys Steam' Racks Up Tons Of Searches In Response To April Fools' TikTok Video
Just an obvious reminder folks....On April 1st, regardless of whats being said: Trust No One Believe Nothing ๐
Re: Xbox Spring Sale 2026 Now Live In Full, 1000+ Games Discounted
@sixrings I haven't - and I've absolutely no intention to...I know Xbox have their faults; but to have my games, YouTube and telly apps all in one place - thats me a happy bunny ๐
Re: First Reviews & Xbox Gameplay Revealed For Thomas & Friends: Wonders Of Sodor
No Henry, no James, no Fat Controller, no Ringo?? If your plan was to ruin my childhood, then mission accomplished...Ya d*** ๐คจ๐
Re: Talking Point: Xbox Game Pass Players, What Do You Think Of Cyberpunk 2077?
@Scrubchub in that case, my bad ๐
Re: Talking Point: Xbox Game Pass Players, What Do You Think Of Cyberpunk 2077?
@Scrubchub well first of all I wasn't referring to anyone in particular, and 2nd, didnt you insult my opinion earlier in the conversation?? Pot kettle black my friend ๐
Re: Talking Point: Xbox Game Pass Players, What Do You Think Of Cyberpunk 2077?
@ChopChic I thought id give it one last chance and low and behold, barely managed an hour - this so called masterpiece many folk are calling, I'm certainly not seeing it - and honestly it's just nice seeing someone else who isn't a complete CDPR kiss arse ๐
Re: Talking Point: Xbox Game Pass Players, What Do You Think Of Cyberpunk 2077?
@Drnsnsr tomato tomarto - it's still excruciating to listen to ๐
Re: Talking Point: Xbox Game Pass Players, What Do You Think Of Cyberpunk 2077?
I think I must have tried maybe three or four times and it's just not happening...Or i must be playing something different; The origin paths are beyond redundant....i was expecting something akin to Dragon Age Origins - it's nothing more than a ten minute intro....The dialogue is excruciatingly trying way too hard to sound hip, the skill system is an absolute joke - I've absolutely no idea what's supposed to do what; I've tried many builds and not once have I actually felt my character was upgraded...So many people are saying it's one of the best games ever, but right now I couldn't disagree more ๐...Unless this is just the first few hours you've got to muster through, and it gets better afterwards?? ๐
Re: Microsoft CEO On Xbox's Future: 'We'll Always Invest In Gaming'
In that case, my advice is pull any games going to PlayStation, add more BackCompat games and demand high quality from your publishers ๐
Re: Five New Games Added To Retro Classics On Xbox Game Pass In February 2026
@jesse_dylan nah, definitely Cosmo or Cosmos - you played as a green alien if I remember right ๐ค
Aahh well would have been nice to relive my childhood, but alas if it's not meant to be ๐๐
Re: Five New Games Added To Retro Classics On Xbox Game Pass In February 2026
@jesse_dylan I've honestly no idea - I just remember them on my PC back in the mid 90s ๐
Re: Five New Games Added To Retro Classics On Xbox Game Pass In February 2026
Aawww ...When you mentioned DoS I was hoping maybe Crystal Caves, Cosmo or Duke Nukem side scrollers...Oh well ๐๐
Re: ROG Xbox Ally X Gets Its First Price Increase, Limited To One Region For Now
Remember when consoles went down in price instead of up ๐
Re: Insomniac Shares Cold-Hearted Response To The Chances Of Spider-Man 2 Coming To Xbox
They're just a poor man's Arkham series anyway, so I'm hardly losing any sleep ๐
Re: Here's A Look At The Updated Xbox Game Studios Roadmap For 2026 And Beyond
@jesse_dylan sadly the norm these days.... looking amazing at first, just to be a complete dogs dinner come release ๐
Re: Here's A Look At The Updated Xbox Game Studios Roadmap For 2026 And Beyond
@jesse_dylan So I've just had a look at the showcase video from last summer and yeah I'm positive...As I said it's only a small worry; hopefully quashed come release date ๐
Re: Last-Gen's Kingdom Come: Deliverance Expected To Get Free Xbox Series X|S Upgrade Very Soon
@Coletrain yeah I think we've all been there ๐
Re: Here's A Look At The Updated Xbox Game Studios Roadmap For 2026 And Beyond
Absolutely no doubt Clockwork looks stunning...However, theres this niggling worry it might be quite similar Bioshock Infinite; imo one of the biggest disappointments in gaming history ๐
Re: Last-Gen's Kingdom Come: Deliverance Expected To Get Free Xbox Series X|S Upgrade Very Soon
@Coletrain Yeah i think i'm a couple hours behind you....Havn't even touched the main Rattay stuff yet, too engrossed with the side quests ๐
Re: Blizzard President: Microsoft Expects High Standards, But We Feel 'Valued' In The Xbox Portfolio
@Tasuki yeah I think that's the most realistic outcome if we're talking best case scenario ๐...The rest of it though?? If I was Microsoft at this point, I'd be asking for my money back - ActiBlizz just haven't delivered in the slightest ๐
Re: Blizzard President: Microsoft Expects High Standards, But We Feel 'Valued' In The Xbox Portfolio
I'm sure I'm not the only one here - But, how about actually delivering the f***ing goods Blizzard?? No WoW on console and practically nothing worth shouting about on GPU ๐
Re: Opinion: Backwards Compatibility Still Adds So Much Value To Xbox Series X|S In 2025
Saints Row trilogy, Dragon Age Origins, Deus Ex: Human Revolution, Bully - A great showcase of keeping all time classic memories alive ๐
Re: 12 Exciting Xbox Indie Games To Look Out For In December 2025
I mean it's gotta be Terminator hasn't it - You can see how much love and passion has gone into the game....And as someone old enough to remember Terminator Vs RoboCop on the MegaDrive, 2D No Fate has definitely been a long time coming ๐
Re: Xbox Journalist Says Microsoft Has Another Showcase Planned For November 2025
So no Fable, Clockwork Revolution or FH6 then?? Gotcha ๐
Re: Review: ROG Xbox Ally X - An Amazing Handheld PC With Plenty Of Console-Like Potential
I know absolutely nothing when it comes to tech stuff - like for instance I'd see one group of specs, then see another different set of specs and I'd have no idea which is best ๐...That said, I'm assuming the Rog Ally (X) has certainly got some juice to it, presumably which will allow it to last...On another note - a lot of folk are saying Xbox is dead and done....My guess atm, is far far from it ๐
Re: The Outer Worlds 2 Is Bringing 'Big Sequel Energy' To Xbox Game Pass This Month
I swear if after all that, the game comes in at less than phenomenal, you can bet your sorry arse they'll be great deal of tutting ๐
Re: Talking Point: As We Approach GOTY Season, What's Your Pick As Things Stand?
Sadly Clair Obscur just didn't do it for me (could be I just suck at it maybe ๐ค) however, there have been a few highlights; Kingdom Come 2 and AC Shadows...Bearing in mind there's a few I've not played yet, like Silksong and Ninja Gaiden ๐
Re: Xbox Game Pass: All Games Coming Soon In October 2025
@Fiendish-Beaver tbh I'd just stick with Loaded - definitely the most reliable ๐
Re: Opinion: Far Cry Should Double Down On What Made It Great, Not Become Another Live Service
I've got say, 5 is definitely the high point for me....3, while good, just never really jelled with me like it did with other folk....4, just kinda felt like a time filler, and yeah I agree, 6 was definitely a low point ๐
Re: Two Huge Games Are Available This Week With Xbox Game Pass (August 26-28)
Ya know the amount of crap people continue to spew re: Veilguard, I can't help but chuckle at...So I'm only at Neve's relic quest part 2 (around 6hrs in) and while no where near the masterpiece that Origins is, it's certainly the best sequel atm ๐
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Hoping To See At Gamescom 2025?
The cancellation of Perfect Dark was just a darn good chuckle and it is in fact really still happening ๐๐...That and maybe we finally get some release dates...Fable, Clockwork Revolution, State of Decay 3 and Gears E Day, I'm looking at you....Also, something about Forza Horizon 6 would be nice ๐
Re: 'Days Gone' Tweet Attracts The Attention Of Xbox Fans, But Don't Get Your Hopes Up
I mean, if the rumours are true and the next gen console/ROG Handheld has Steam integration, then they'll be no worries - whatever PS game comes PC, we'll be able to play as well ๐
Re: Report: BioShock Remake Cancelled As Upcoming Sequel Hits Development Troubles
No way, No how, Not ever are they remaking one of greatest games ever made ๐
Re: Who Needs GTA 6?! Bus Simulator 27 Has Just Been Announced For Xbox Series X|S
My guess is - either shows up incredibly late, or doesn't bother showing up at all; meaning having to wait frig knows how long for the next one - ya know, like real life ๐๐
Re: Talking Point: After Almost Two Years, How Do You Feel About Xbox's Starfield In 2025?
Put it this way - I'm no longer as hyped for TES 6....And we're talking miles ๐
Re: Xbox Summer Sale 2025 'Teaser' Now Live, 300+ Games Discounted
@Elbow Yeah I think the last deal from my point of view that was of any benefit, was nearly three months ago - since then, practically piss all ๐....On the plus side, I've discovered YouTube doing decent deals, so at least there's that ๐
Re: Xbox Summer Sale 2025 'Teaser' Now Live, 300+ Games Discounted
Forgetting the games for a sec - what the hell is going on with the film/TV sales?? Last few months now, it's just been a piddly couple dozen that last about a month, then it's another measly small handful, lasting another near month ๐
Re: Two More Xbox Games Are Being Cancelled, Including Perfect Dark
You absolute son of a bitch - one of the best highlights from last year's showcase, now cancelled ๐ก....If the gaming industry continues like it is, we could be seeing another crash a la 1983 ๐
Re: Nightdive Studios Teases 'Big Thing' Happening At QuakeCon 2025
@Questionable_Duck Wasn't that the terrible one?? ๐ค
Re: Nightdive Studios Teases 'Big Thing' Happening At QuakeCon 2025
Please be Return to Castle Wolfenstein
Please be Return to Castle Wolfenstein
Please be Return to Castle Wolfenstein ๐ค๐ค๐ค
Re: Xbox Discounts 400+ Games Until End Of June, Including An Open World Sale
@Ricky-Spanish Coolio...Maybe a patch was sorted out some time back....Thanks for the update ๐๐
Re: Xbox Discounts 400+ Games Until End Of June, Including An Open World Sale
@Ricky-Spanish As I say, for me it's always just after the prologue heist, but it could be shortly after...Put simply, if you get into freeplay after you get to Shaundi's flat (after the armoury section) without any bother, then you're laughing ๐
Re: Xbox Discounts 400+ Games Until End Of June, Including An Open World Sale
@Ricky-Spanish and if not, I can absolutely guarantee the 360 version still works....So there's that ๐
Re: Xbox Discounts 400+ Games Until End Of June, Including An Open World Sale
@Ricky-Spanish does it still crash after the Saints get arrested after the prologue?? Kept doing that every time on my X, yet on the One completely fine ๐
Re: Rumour: Xbox's Starfield Is Moving To PS5, Should Be Announced This Year
Well on the plus side, at least us lot got to be bored and disappointed for free...So there's that ๐