When I had a Switch the only games I had were exclusives. The only game I bought that wasn't exclusive was A Short Hike because Xbox never got a physical version. But I still played it on Xbox.
I still have the first games original and arcade mode maps memorized to this day. I hope it's a 2025 release especially if that footage is already 2 years old
The price of everything has gone up so this is no surprise. $20 a month to play day one releases and a ton of other smaller games I would have otherwise passed on is worth it. It cost more than $20 for my wife and I to get Chipotle and I'm not going on Chipotle forums and crying about it.
Xbox/Bethesda showcase glass with my gamer tag on it, the Hellblade 2 glass, Gears E Day shirt, Psychonauts 2 shirt, the 360 pin set, a Master Chief Funko Pop and the Vasco Funko Pop, and a valentines day shirt I got for my wife. (She's worn it once)
I have almost 13k right now. I just collect them through out the year and cash them in around Christmas and get an Amazon gift card. I have definitely noticed they don't build up as quickly as they used to.
I've been putting off buying an expansion card for this reason. I'll probably get the 2tb Series X and replace my One X in the bedroom with my current Series X. Unless the price of the expansion cards comes down significantly.
I'll be at the event in LA. I've been looking forward to this for weeks. There is a "meet the creators" show after the showcase. I hope Todd Howard is there.
The death of the Dreamcast and Shenmue 2 coming to Xbox made it an easy choice for me. Funny enough though I never got a 360, that whole generation of games was all PC for me.
I never got the hype about Hi-Fi Rush and I can't see it turning much if any profit so it makes sense to me. Good game or not it just doesn't have mass appeal.
Never used it. I turned as much of that feature off so in theory the system can use its recourses just on the game I'm playing. Probably doesn't make a differance though
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Re: Review: Dragon Age: The Veilguard (Xbox) - Bioware Is Back On Form With An Inquisition-Besting Banger
This will be the first Dragon Age game I've played on console. Now I just need to finish Outlaws and the Black Ops campaign ny Thursday
Re: Review: Alan Wake 2: The Lake House (Xbox) - Connecting The Dots To Control
You accidentally put "Feels more like Control" as a con.
Re: Talking Point: Xbox & Nintendo Switch Owners, How Do You Split Your Third-Party Purchases?
When I had a Switch the only games I had were exclusives. The only game I bought that wasn't exclusive was A Short Hike because Xbox never got a physical version. But I still played it on Xbox.
Re: Poll: A Year Later, What Do You Think Of Alan Wake 2 Overall?
@Balaam_ Exactly. I'm looking forward to playing this, only a few days to go.
Re: Xbox To Host New 'Partner Preview' Showcase This Week
Dave the Diver? Pacific Drive? Or put Tony Hawk 1+2 on Gamepass so I can find multiplayer games again.
Re: Alien: Isolation Is Officially Getting A Sequel, SEGA Announces
Crazy Taxi, Jet Set Radio, and now this! Sega please don't let me down
Re: Talking Point: Which Licensed Games Deserve A Comeback On Xbox?
A modern Buffy would be awesome!
Re: Xbox Wants More Feedback From Devs, Including Why Some Are Avoiding The Platform
How much more work can it he to get a game on Xbox? Especially games like Dave the Diver or Pacific Drive.
Re: Poll: How Excited Are You For Call Of Duty: Black Ops 6 On Xbox Game Pass?
I'm excited for the campaign. I'll give multiplayer a shot unless it's a seperate download.
Re: Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 Will Have Drastically Lower Install Sizes
The download size was the number one reason I never played the 2020 version.
Re: Battlefield Dev Confirms Modern Setting For Next Game With 'Back-To-Basics' Approach
BF4 is the only game I still play on my PC regularly. I think it's finally time to get a new computer
Re: Xbox Series X Vs. PS5 Pro: What Are We Missing Out On?
Sea of Thieves plays best on PS5 Pro. Or better yet Indiana Jones
Re: Poll: How Much Would You Pay For An Xbox Series X Pro?
I'd pay whatever it costs but I don't feel like one is needed.
Re: Leaked Crazy Taxi Reboot Footage Appears Online Ahead Of Rumoured 2027 Release
I still have the first games original and arcade mode maps memorized to this day. I hope it's a 2025 release especially if that footage is already 2 years old
Re: Star Wars Outlaws Will Tweak Its 'Unfair' Stealth In Next Xbox Patch
Maybe it's all the Splinter Cell I played back in the day but I thought the stealth in Outlaws was easy to get through
Re: Poll: Are You Buying Star Wars Outlaws For Xbox Series X|S?
My wife is picking it up and installing it so it will be ready when I get off work.
Re: Three Years Later, Quake Is Officially Getting A Physical Xbox Release
I got Quake 2 already, now I feel like I have to get this.
Re: 2K And Hangar 13 Are Giving Us A Brand-New Mafia Game On Xbox In 2025
Highlight of the show!
Re: Poll: Are You Picking Up Star Wars Outlaws On Xbox This Month?
Day one buy for sure. I'm trying to finish up some smaller games before this comes out
Re: Talking Point: Have Xbox Series X|S Dynamic Backgrounds Lived Up To The Hype?
I haven't changed my background in 9 years. It's still a BMW E30 from an achievment in Need for Speed 2015.
Re: Poll: What Do You Think Of Crash Bandicoot On Xbox Game Pass?
I have never played any Crash game and still have no interest in trying them.
Re: Control 2 In 'Playable Form' As Developer Remedy Lays Out Games Pipeline
Control is my game from Remedy. As long as they release a physical copy it's a day one buy.
Re: Xbox Attracts Controversy Over New McDonald's Ad On The Dashboard
I'd prefer a McDonalds ad over the Take 5 oil change ad I get.
Re: Talking Point: Is Local Co-Op On Xbox Still Important To You In 2024?
I never use co-op of any kind but my kids are still very young so that might change in the future.
Re: Phantom Blade Zero Dev Throws Shade At Xbox Before Studio Issues Statement
Wo Long, Phantom Blade, Sekiro, Stellar Blade, Nioh, Wukong, Blue Steel, Ferrari, Le Tigre. It's the same thing, I feel like I'm taking crazy pills.
Even if it comes to Xbox I'd skip it. But I suck at those games so that's probably why I don't care for them.
Re: Braid: Anniversary Edition 'Sold Like Dogs**t', Says Creator
This is the first time I've ever heard of it.
Re: Reminder: Three Games Are Leaving Xbox Game Pass This Week (July 31)
Venba is good and I really liked A Short Hike. I even bought a physical copy of A Short Hike for the Switch. I don't even have a Switch.
Re: Talking Point: How Hyped Are You For Indiana Jones On Xbox Series X|S?
Not intetested. I've never really been a fan of MachineGames work or Indian Jones. But I have Gamepass so I'll still give it a shot.
Re: Talking Point: Two Months On, Did Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2 Live Up To The Hype?
Have not played it. Waiting until I can buy a physical copy. I really liked the 1st one though.
Re: Talking Point: Do You Ever Pre-Order Xbox Games Anymore?
I would pre-order at Best Buy when they used to give you a $10 gift card for doing so but never since.
Re: Xbox Game Pass Gets Price Increases And New 'Standard' Subscription Tier
The price of everything has gone up so this is no surprise. $20 a month to play day one releases and a ton of other smaller games I would have otherwise passed on is worth it. It cost more than $20 for my wife and I to get Chipotle and I'm not going on Chipotle forums and crying about it.
Re: Talking Point: Have You Ever Bought Any Official Xbox Merchandise?
Xbox/Bethesda showcase glass with my gamer tag on it, the Hellblade 2 glass, Gears E Day shirt, Psychonauts 2 shirt, the 360 pin set, a Master Chief Funko Pop and the Vasco Funko Pop, and a valentines day shirt I got for my wife. (She's worn it once)
Re: The Incredible 'ESPN NFL 2K5' Celebrates Its 20th Anniversary This Month
@nomither6 Are you talking about the replay thing? I don't know, the last Madden game I played was on the N64.
Re: The Incredible 'ESPN NFL 2K5' Celebrates Its 20th Anniversary This Month
Best and also the last NFL game I ever bought. I will never buy a Madden game after EA bought the NFL license and forced 2K to quit making NFL games.
The Xbox version was the best one to play too. I believe it was the only one to have actual replay footage during the halftime show.
Re: Talking Point: Xbox Fans, How Are You Getting On With Microsoft Rewards In 2024?
I have almost 13k right now. I just collect them through out the year and cash them in around Christmas and get an Amazon gift card. I have definitely noticed they don't build up as quickly as they used to.
Re: Talking Point: Are You Interested In Any Of The New Xbox Series X|S Models?
I've been putting off buying an expansion card for this reason. I'll probably get the 2tb Series X and replace my One X in the bedroom with my current Series X. Unless the price of the expansion cards comes down significantly.
Re: Talking Point: What Are Your Plans For The Xbox Games Showcase 2024?
I'll be at the event in LA. I've been looking forward to this for weeks. There is a "meet the creators" show after the showcase. I hope Todd Howard is there.
Re: Square Enix RPG Gets A Surprise Release On Xbox Game Pass
Downloading now
Re: Xbox Appears To Be Changing The Box Art For New Physical Releases
I noticed this with Clock Tower but though it might just be a Limited Run thing. Looks good to me.
Re: Rumour: Octopath Traveler 2 Could Launch On Xbox Game Pass This Month
While I'd love a shadow drop on Game Pass, I'd prefer a physical copy. Another game I'll play on Xbox but own on Switch I guess.
Re: Xbox Games Showcase 2024: Date, Start Times, Rumours, Leaks & More
I actually won tickets to the event in LA. I'm not exactly sure want to expect but I hope they give away some cool swag.
Re: This Weekend Marks A Sad Anniversary For The Lord Of The Rings On Xbox
I got it as a joke for my brother last Christmas when it was $10. He said it's pretty bad
Re: Talking Point: What Convinced You To Pick Xbox In The First Place?
The death of the Dreamcast and Shenmue 2 coming to Xbox made it an easy choice for me. Funny enough though I never got a 360, that whole generation of games was all PC for me.
Re: Poll: Which Is Your Favourite Call Of Duty Game On Xbox?
The first one. (Not sure if CoD Classic is differant than the original game) I played a crap out of CoD and CoD 2 on PC.
Re: Report Claims Xbox Is Planning More Cuts Following Studio Closures
Good reviews do not equal sales. Microsoft is a massive company, if you don't make them money then goodbye. Sony does the same. Days Gone 2?
Re: Xbox Fans React Angrily To Closure Of Bethesda's Tango Gameworks
I never got the hype about Hi-Fi Rush and I can't see it turning much if any profit so it makes sense to me. Good game or not it just doesn't have mass appeal.
Re: Talking Point: Would You Mind If The Next Xbox Was A Portable Console?
Yes, I would mind it. I come home and play games on my console and big screen TV. When I'm not at home I'm working, and not playing games.
Re: Talking Point: What Are Your Favourite Quick Resume Games On Xbox Series X|S?
Never used it. I turned as much of that feature off so in theory the system can use its recourses just on the game I'm playing. Probably doesn't make a differance though
Re: Alan Wake 2 Still Hasn't Made Profit Despite Huge Critical Success
Like others have said I'll wait as long I have to for a physical copy. At least until it's $10, then I might download it.
Re: Talking Point: In Your Opinion, What Made The Xbox 360 Era So Incredible?
I skipped the whole 360/PS3 console gen and was straight PC. But now I get to play the "remasters" of a bunch of games I skipped.