I've never been able to get a satisfactory experience with Cloud Gaming, so it doesn't affect me directly. That said, I know others use it, and I think they should lower the price of Game Pass if they're going to reduce its value.
@Coletrain, and these consoles are old tech at this point. What we're getting visually here is nothing short of astounding! I'm fine with 30fps in this case.
I've been slowly working through the game again, and it holds up well. I would be happy with a remaster, but a remake could be even better. Amazing game.
I've thought about this, and I think I'd look into repair options. If that's not possible, there's just no way I can replace my Series X, and Helix is probably out of the question without disciplined saving for a couple of years.
I won't pretend that I know the answer to their predicament. And to what is ultimately our predicament as people who have invested in the ecosystem. I just hope that we can have a pleasant showcase experience. I feel like a Brute Force remaster would bring us all together.
I bought a bunch of Xbox 360 games on the store, as many are priced well below what I've ever witnessed. I got Shadowrun for $5 Canadian. Never seen it that cheap.
Eh, I'm in favor of this decision because Fable clearly needed more work, and I like its chances better in a February market than in a November market.
I saw a video from a YouTuber yesterday, actually suggesting that Exodus and that Expanse game are somehow threats to Fable. That's absurd. No, Fable will be huge in February and probably continue to sell well for a while.
Oh, and then they said that the game MUST BE A 10/10! Or else it's all over! Again, absurd. Setting ridiculous demands and expectations is a problem in the gaming space. Fable could release to a plethora of 8s and 9s, land in the latter 80s, and sell 20 million copies. It doesn't need an Ocarina of Time Metacritic.
I really hope the showcase isn't overshadowed by console warring over logos and the exclusivity thing. I just want to see games, talk about games, and have a good time.
I'm so happy for Gears of War fans. It warms my heart to see so many looking forward to this game. Thirty minutes sounds like a solid amount of time to really showcase the game.
Honestly, I am content to wait for as long as is necessary to make it a polished and successful game. Even 2027 would be fine with me as long as they deliver a great game.
@themightyant I still watch the Revelations trailer once in a while. It's awesome. Between the quality of the CG and the Woodkid song, it's just sublime.
I did this with Avowed and Starfield. Honestly, I don't regret those. But I'm gonna pass on the FH6 upgrade. I'll wait and play it on official release.
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Re: 10 Original Xbox Games We're Hoping Will Get Achievements In 2026
KOTOR would be my number 1 addition!
Re: Xbox RPG 'Exodus' Alters The Appearance Of Its Lead Character Due To Bad Feedback
Wow. The new version looks much better to me. The previous one was too much of a caricature.
Re: Stop The Presses! Shrek 2 Is Officially Being Remastered For Xbox Series X|S
A great game from Luxoflux back in the day. I have it on Xbox, but I will support this remaster, and I look forward to the improvements!
Re: Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival Is Getting Some Seriously Divided Reviews At Launch
Is this gonna be like Terminator: Resistance, where it's not a critical darling overall but the fans love it?
Re: Mafia 3 Receives Free 60FPS Upgrade For Xbox Series X|S, Full Patch Notes Revealed
I quite enjoyed Mafia III. I will return to it and finally finish it - this time improved and in 60fps!
Re: Two Xbox Games Are Out Today, Including A Callback To Good Old-Fashioned FPS Action (September 14)
@RTGX I actually really got into the story of Black, but because there was no sequel, there was no resolution to it! A bummer to be sure.
Re: 'To Invention & Adventure Together' - Xbox Boss Visits Kojima Productions To Mark New Era
Cheers! I'm all for this partnership. I'm actually starting the MGS games for the first time!
Re: Roundup: All The Biggest Reveals From Blizzcon 2026, Including Two Massive Announcements
Awesome! Lots to look forward to.
Re: Six New Console Features Begin Rolling Out Today For Xbox Insiders (September 9)
@GuyinPA75 If the original Xbox animation becomes available, that will easily be my choice.
Re: Six New Console Features Begin Rolling Out Today For Xbox Insiders (September 9)
I think I'll go with the Xbox One X startup animation!
Re: Xbox Is Officially Putting Time Limits On Cloud Gaming For Game Pass Members
I've never been able to get a satisfactory experience with Cloud Gaming, so it doesn't affect me directly. That said, I know others use it, and I think they should lower the price of Game Pass if they're going to reduce its value.
Re: Three Xbox-Specific Takeaways From The GTA 6 Extended Preview
@Coletrain, and these consoles are old tech at this point. What we're getting visually here is nothing short of astounding! I'm fine with 30fps in this case.
Re: Seven Big Showcases That Need To Be On Your Radar At Gamescom 2026
For me, GTAVI is tops, and seeing Fable at the Xbox show. Hoping for some surprises, too.
Re: Roundup: The First Reviews Have Arrived For Stalker 2 - Cost Of Hope
I'm downloading the update now. It's a big one! Very big! Can't wait to jump into this game for the first time since launch!
Re: Xbox Reveals Huge List Of Games For Its Two Gamescom 2026 Broadcasts
I'm excited to see more about Stuntman: Hollywood, Fable, Alien Deathstorm, and Planet Zoo 2. Just to name a few.
Re: Talking Point: Would You Buy A New Version Of The Simpsons: Hit & Run For Xbox Series X|S?
I've been slowly working through the game again, and it holds up well. I would be happy with a remaster, but a remake could be even better. Amazing game.
Re: Rumour: Xbox Could Have A 'Pretty Big Surprise' Lined Up For Gamescom 2026
Can I get an Azurik prequel?
Re: Talking Point: Amid Rising Console Prices, What Would You Do If Your Xbox Broke Tomorrow?
I've thought about this, and I think I'd look into repair options. If that's not possible, there's just no way I can replace my Series X, and Helix is probably out of the question without disciplined saving for a couple of years.
Re: Xbox Announces Backwards Compatibility For PC, First Four Games Revealed
It's finally happening! I've been hoping for this breakthrough for a long time. And the addition of achievements will be the icing on the cake!
Re: Halo Studios Unveils Six Hours Of Footage From Campaign Evolved's Main Menu
They're trying to pacify us, lull us into a beautiful stupor and make us forget this terrible week! LOL.
Re: GTA 6 Cover Art Revealed, Pre-Orders Begin Next Week For Xbox Series X|S
This is going to be the biggest entertainment launch in history and I'm here for it. <3
Re: 'It's Going To Be Pretty Brutal' - Jason Schreier Reveals More On Upcoming Xbox Layoffs
I watched his video this morning, and it was both very depressing and a breath of fresh air. Not nonsense fan fiction.
Like I said, "hold onto your butts."
Re: Full List Of Xbox Achievements Revealed For Halo: Campaign Evolved
I'm so looking forward to this game!
Re: Compulsion Games Might Be Getting Shut Down By Xbox, Says Report
This is what I was saying, I hoped for, that there would be other possible arrangements than shutting down and firing everyone.
Re: These Are The Top 10 Xbox Backwards Compatibility Requests After 750,000 Votes
The millennials are alright...
Re: Microsoft Has Considered 'Spinning Out Or Restructuring' Xbox, Claims Report
I'm clutching a bottle of Pepto-Bismol while staring at a living room with thousands worth in Xbox products. It's gonna be a bumpy ride.
Re: Here's Your First Look At Gameplay For Clutch, Releasing On Xbox In Spring 2027
The handling seems lighter and more arcade-like. That's what I want.
Re: Report: Xbox Set For Major Job Cuts, Studio Closure Or 'Lineup Changes' Could Be Involved
To quote Jurassic Park, "Hold onto your butts!"
Instead of shutting studios down, I hope they can sell them or let them go independent. That seems preferable to just shutting them down.
Re: Poll: How Would You Grade The Summer Game Fest 2026 Showcase?
I thought it was great. The Last Ronin TMNT game was the peak for me, but there was lots there to get excited about! I'd give it a B+.
Re: 'It's A Tough Topic' - Xbox CEO Shares Her Latest Thoughts On Exclusives
I won't pretend that I know the answer to their predicament. And to what is ultimately our predicament as people who have invested in the ecosystem. I just hope that we can have a pleasant showcase experience. I feel like a Brute Force remaster would bring us all together.
Re: Roundup: All The Biggest Xbox Reveals From June's State Of Play
Uhh, that was okay. Saber is working on a new Stuntman, and I feel like that was my biggest takeaway haha. Hey, I'm looking forward to that one!
Re: All New Games Coming To Xbox In June 2026
Gothic 1 Remake for me. Maybe Star Fox.
Re: Our Final Predictions For The 2026 Xbox Games Showcase
@Grumblevolcano And those Transformers games!
Re: Our Final Predictions For The 2026 Xbox Games Showcase
I thought they had pretty much run out of games to add to the BC program because of licensing and maybe some technical issues in some cases.
Re: 80+ Games Are Reduced By 90-95% In The Xbox Deals Unlocked Sale 2026
I bought a bunch of Xbox 360 games on the store, as many are priced well below what I've ever witnessed. I got Shadowrun for $5 Canadian. Never seen it that cheap.
Re: Xbox Delays Fable To February 2027, And It's Basically Because Of GTA 6
Eh, I'm in favor of this decision because Fable clearly needed more work, and I like its chances better in a February market than in a November market.
I saw a video from a YouTuber yesterday, actually suggesting that Exodus and that Expanse game are somehow threats to Fable. That's absurd. No, Fable will be huge in February and probably continue to sell well for a while.
Oh, and then they said that the game MUST BE A 10/10! Or else it's all over! Again, absurd. Setting ridiculous demands and expectations is a problem in the gaming space. Fable could release to a plethora of 8s and 9s, land in the latter 80s, and sell 20 million copies. It doesn't need an Ocarina of Time Metacritic.
Re: 'It Was A Miss, And I Own It' - Xbox CEO Hints At Removing PS5 & Switch Logos From Showcases
I really hope the showcase isn't overshadowed by console warring over logos and the exclusivity thing. I just want to see games, talk about games, and have a good time.
Re: 'It Was A Miss, And I Own It' - Xbox CEO Hints At Removing PS5 & Switch Logos From Showcases
We could bury our heads in the sand and play pretend, but if the games are coming to other platforms, they're coming whether there's a logo or not.
Re: Open World RPG 'The Blood Of Dawnwalker' Gets September 2026 Release Date For Xbox Series X|S
I watched the presentation today and thought it was very promising. The game looks like it has a ton of potential.
Re: Gears Of War E-Day Direct Length Detailed As Xbox Games Showcase Reveals Get Locked In
I'm so happy for Gears of War fans. It warms my heart to see so many looking forward to this game. Thirty minutes sounds like a solid amount of time to really showcase the game.
Re: Xbox Unveils Full List Of 57 Achievements For Forza Horizon 6
Revealing the entire map! I like that kind of achievement!
Re: Roundup: Here's What The Reviews Are Saying About Capcom's Pragmata
The golden age of Capcom.
Re: Rumour: Fable Has Apparently Been Delayed Internally, But May Still Launch In 2026
Honestly, I am content to wait for as long as is necessary to make it a polished and successful game. Even 2027 would be fine with me as long as they deliver a great game.
Re: Microsoft Announces New 'Xbox First Look' Showcase For Later This Week
Very cool! I think it's great that they're partnering with 4A to show off this new entry.
Re: Four Games Are Confirmed For Xbox Game Pass In May 2026 So Far
Mixtape! So glad to see it is coming soon!
Re: Talking Point: How Many Consoles Have You Bought At Launch, And Were They Worth It?
I've bought two consoles at launch - Xbox Series X and Switch 2. They were worth getting, I'd say.
Re: Xbox Fan Shows Off Their Collection Of 'Almost' Every OXM Demo Disc
I have a ton of these. Not the whole collection, though.
Re: Assassin's Creed Unity Is Getting A Free Xbox Series X|S Upgrade This Week
@themightyant I still watch the Revelations trailer once in a while. It's awesome. Between the quality of the CG and the Woodkid song, it's just sublime.
Re: Poll: As Things Stand, Will You Be Buying GTA 6 On Xbox This November?
I'll probably get it on Xbox. Maybe PS5. Honestly, I'm just excited to play it wherever!
Re: Forza Horizon 6's Controversial Game Pass Upgrade Costs As Much As The Game Itself
I did this with Avowed and Starfield. Honestly, I don't regret those. But I'm gonna pass on the FH6 upgrade. I'll wait and play it on official release.