There's nothing like the excitement and hype of a new console launch, I love it. Being there day one is what it's all about for me...
I really miss the midnight game releases at the stores with the queues and camaraderie, getting back and playing for a few hours before falling into bed. Then dragging your ass up for work, fun times
Honestly, I don't mind in the slightest as I am not locked into their store. I can shop around and get game codes from other stores for better prices and if Helix include Steam as well then it's even cheaper.
I'm pretty much done with Sony at this point and their locked store, I have a digital PS5 dealing with crazy prices and the recent rumours that they are trying to find ways to fleece even more out of existing customer base, the first item seems to be the dynamic pricing.
I have an ageing PC, a Series X and a PS5 Pro, I am really looking forward to Helix replacing all of these...
Maybe there's another group I haven't seen mentioned like me... I have a Series X and an ageing potato PC. I keep looking at upgrading it but what with the crazy RAM/GPU prices it's no go for the next couple of years. If Helix is high enough spec I could replace both and would be willing to pay up to £1500.
@Titntin Oh don't get me wrong it's not really loud, I can just hear the coil whine or whatever it is under load when playing a game. It's silent on the dashboard. My ears are really sensitive to that high pitch noise
I love how quiet the series x is compared to the PS5. Back in the day it used to be the other way around with the 360 sounding like a jet engine and the PS nice and quiet
The Ubisoft+ service has issues on Xbox. Sometimes it disappears from your account and you cannot access your games for no reason. Relinking accounts, and/or deleting the connection on the Ubi website sometimes fixes it, other times not. Then one day it will appear again for no reason. I would not order this again on Xbox.
@Markatron84 Maybe give Wilds a try, it says "...making it probably the most accessible entry to date". And from what I've been reading elsewhere, "The 20-hour narrative can be very handhold-y, as you're funneled between cutscenes, dialogue, and tutorial-like missions."... It sounds like it might be a much better pace without overwhelming you
@Titntin Yeh I get that, I was trying to point out that if you've played before, on PS5 or PC and linked an SqEnx account, you won't be able to take part with that account. "The open beta test will only be available to new players who will be playing FINAL FANTASY XIV for the first time. "
@RadioHedgeFund You have to link to your square enix account. It's for brand new players only, if you have PS5 account already linked it won't work. I guess you could start over with a new acc. if you wanted to...
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Re: Assassin's Creed: Black Flag Resynced Formally Unveiled, Heading To Xbox In July 2026
@Fiendish-Beaver It was up on Amazon earlier but it looks like it's either sold out or I snuck in when I shouldn't have and it will get cancelled, lol
https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0GXKYVMJT
Re: Assassin's Creed: Black Flag Resynced Formally Unveiled, Heading To Xbox In July 2026
@SodaPop6548 Me too! Just pre-ordered the collectors edition
Re: Talking Point: How Many Consoles Have You Bought At Launch, And Were They Worth It?
There's nothing like the excitement and hype of a new console launch, I love it. Being there day one is what it's all about for me...
I really miss the midnight game releases at the stores with the queues and camaraderie, getting back and playing for a few hours before falling into bed. Then dragging your ass up for work, fun times
Re: Talking Point: Do You Think Project Helix Will Support Physical Xbox Games?
Honestly, I don't mind in the slightest as I am not locked into their store. I can shop around and get game codes from other stores for better prices and if Helix include Steam as well then it's even cheaper.
I'm pretty much done with Sony at this point and their locked store, I have a digital PS5 dealing with crazy prices and the recent rumours that they are trying to find ways to fleece even more out of existing customer base, the first item seems to be the dynamic pricing.
I have an ageing PC, a Series X and a PS5 Pro, I am really looking forward to Helix replacing all of these...
Re: Crimson Desert Comparison Shows Difference Between Xbox Series X And Series S
@PsBoxSwitchOwner Exactly... I mean if it was like MindsEye or Gollum I could understand, lol
Re: Talking Point: Will 'Project Helix' Be A Niche Device, Or An Xbox Console For The Masses?
@kmtrain83 Hey, luckily my console and PC are both under a nice 55 inch OLED in my lounge for totally chilled sofa gaming, lol
Re: Talking Point: Will 'Project Helix' Be A Niche Device, Or An Xbox Console For The Masses?
Maybe there's another group I haven't seen mentioned like me... I have a Series X and an ageing potato PC. I keep looking at upgrading it but what with the crazy RAM/GPU prices it's no go for the next couple of years. If Helix is high enough spec I could replace both and would be willing to pay up to £1500.
Re: Here's Your First Look At The 60FPS Far Cry 3 Upgrade On Xbox Series X|S
I never played Far Cry 3 so will defo give a go... as for Far Cry Primal, this is my fav Far Cry, a fresh play through is definitely in order
Re: Microsoft 'Wraps Up' Xbox Series X|S Era As Hardware Chief Teases What's Next
@Titntin Oh don't get me wrong it's not really loud, I can just hear the coil whine or whatever it is under load when playing a game. It's silent on the dashboard. My ears are really sensitive to that high pitch noise
Re: Microsoft 'Wraps Up' Xbox Series X|S Era As Hardware Chief Teases What's Next
I love how quiet the series x is compared to the PS5. Back in the day it used to be the other way around with the 360 sounding like a jet engine and the PS nice and quiet
Re: Who Needs GTA 6?! Bus Simulator 27 Has Just Been Announced For Xbox Series X|S
They've never managed to optimise these games properly in the past, it's so hit and miss. Can't imagine the switch to UE5 will make it any better.
Re: It Sounds Like MindsEye Is Leading To Major Layoffs At The Studio
Don't the dev teams normally scale down after a release anyway?
Re: Bethesda Details Oblivion Remastered Tech Specs & Gameplay Changes On Xbox
Woohoo! Wait, 123GB, 3 hours to go! lol
Re: Ubisoft Plus Gets Massive Discount On Xbox Ahead Of Assassin's Creed Shadows Launch
The Ubisoft+ service has issues on Xbox. Sometimes it disappears from your account and you cannot access your games for no reason. Relinking accounts, and/or deleting the connection on the Ubi website sometimes fixes it, other times not. Then one day it will appear again for no reason. I would not order this again on Xbox.
Re: Review: Monster Hunter Wilds (Xbox) - Is It Bigger And Better Than The Rest?
@Markatron84 Maybe give Wilds a try, it says "...making it probably the most accessible entry to date". And from what I've been reading elsewhere, "The 20-hour narrative can be very handhold-y, as you're funneled between cutscenes, dialogue, and tutorial-like missions."... It sounds like it might be a much better pace without overwhelming you
Re: 34% Of Xbox Owners Still Don't Use The 'Energy Saving' Option In 2024
My LG TV and Xbox are quite temperamental when booting up from shutdown. Sleep keeps the HDMI signal alive, lol
Re: 'Atomfall' Officially Launches On Xbox Game Pass In March 2025
Great, we need yet another 1st person survival-action game... not.
Re: Final Fantasy 14 Arrives On Xbox Later This Month With Free Open Beta
@Titntin Yeh I get that, I was trying to point out that if you've played before, on PS5 or PC and linked an SqEnx account, you won't be able to take part with that account. "The open beta test will only be available to new players who will be playing FINAL FANTASY XIV for the first time. "
Re: Final Fantasy 14 Arrives On Xbox Later This Month With Free Open Beta
@RadioHedgeFund You have to link to your square enix account. It's for brand new players only, if you have PS5 account already linked it won't work. I guess you could start over with a new acc. if you wanted to...
Re: Lots Of Games Reduced By 90-95% In The Xbox Black Friday Sale 2023
Still selling Anthem... lol
Re: SEGA Reveals First Gameplay From Its Upcoming Shooter 'Hyenas'
Yawn... another samey shooter that won't last longer than a year or two.