@MrStark I'll be keeping the SX and ps5, I think. But can't see myself getting what comes next. Probably, I'll stick to Nintendo and cloud one day for everything else.
Horrible situation, but I think XBOX will keep 343, coalition, BGS, Id, Machine games, Infinity Ward, Treyarch, Playground, Zenimax, Blizzard (I see King becoming it's own subsidiary). Every remaining studio is axed or sold.
The rest will be XBOX 3rd party deals. As they've hinted at already.
Massive missed opportunity imo. Should've launched exclusive on XBOX this autumn, then on PS5 in February. Ps5 sales offsetting any losses caused by XBOX version competing against gta 6.
9 from me. Only some rough viuals in places let it down. The hair on characters for example. I think, visually, Hitman games are way better looking imo.
I think we'll end up with 1-2 console exclusives a year. Microsoft seem like they really don't want them. I think they will attempt to compromise, but 1 or 2 won't shift the needle.
"It delivers an order of magnitude leap in ray tracing performance and capability, integrates intelligence directly into the graphics and compute pipeline, and drives meaningful gains in efficiency, scale, and visual ambition. The result is more realistic, immersive, and dynamic worlds for players."
But only as far as we can still get the game to work on last gen too.
@Scrubchub 100% agree. Ok, they don't sell at all well, but the hardware is sound. I'm entirely satisfied with my series X, and really I couldn't care less if it sold 100 million units or 1 million. That's Microsofts problem not mine. I just play the games.
I feel like U shouldn't give an impression based on another sites gameplay. Play it, let us know how it plays etc. Minor gripe, though. I picked the game up cheap this morning, I'll try third person later myself.
Somethings going on here in UK too. This morning I checked my recurring billing, its was off and turning it on gives me the new £22.99 price. Even though I'm paid up until May. Just tried again. It's the same. BUT my gamepass ult is now paid up until end of August.
If they're smart (they ain't,) they put something big into the service as an extra to what already announced. They need something to sweeten a rather sour pot.
@BaldB3lper78 I looked at that a few times now, but I can never get over the fact you're just renting a pc. You don't get any games. I have a console I just need regular games for it. If before offered a catalogue of games though, that service would slay.
Nope, and I think it's irresponsible of those who do. These companies are tyring to make gaming into an expensive luxury, and we're all enabling them.
Honestly, I'm disgusted this thing has sold out, even if I'm not at all surprised. Don't blame those of us with good sense when next time they release new hardware its $1200.
Microsoft is mandating effort from their devs into handheld optimization. New gears runs just as well as the articles claim, even on my z1 extreme Ally. They will lose interest, though, eventually. Then they'll go back to ignoring handheld optimization.
No fudge off Boity. We don't want here more of you're bs. How have these clowns like Spencer,Boity and Bond still got jobs, and decent hardworking people there haven't? When will these jeans wearing executive fuq's start to look at themselves for failure after failure?
I'll be keeping gamepass, but this is the last straw. I'm never buying any games or hardware from these clown again. Makes me feel better about recently buying a ps5. (Death stranding 2 rocks btw).
Win for Xbox, win for Bethesda, a win for game pass an subscribers. Win for playstation fans, who've not had the game until now. A win for Virtuoso - I'm already more excited for Mgs 3 cos of how well they've done here. So a win for Konami too.
Let's face it; they can't think it's very good, to be released this way. An Unreal engine 5 remake of Oblivion? That should be a front & centre showcase level reveal, right?
@GoldenPants Lapton screens tend to suck tho, unless you spend big. The Ally screen is small (but massive if you're used to Switch) but quite lovely. And there vrr too.
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Re: Rumour: Journalist Suggests Two Xbox Studios Are 'At Risk Of Being Closed' In 2026
@MrStark I'll be keeping the SX and ps5, I think. But can't see myself getting what comes next. Probably, I'll stick to Nintendo and cloud one day for everything else.
Re: Report: Multiple Xbox Studios In 'Active Negotiations' With Microsoft To Avoid Closure
Horrible situation, but I think XBOX will keep 343, coalition, BGS, Id, Machine games, Infinity Ward, Treyarch, Playground, Zenimax, Blizzard (I see King becoming it's own subsidiary). Every remaining studio is axed or sold.
The rest will be XBOX 3rd party deals. As they've hinted at already.
Re: Rumour: Journalist Suggests Two Xbox Studios Are 'At Risk Of Being Closed' In 2026
I'm getting a Switch 2 soon, and I'm starting to consider ditching Xbox and PlayStation, sick of both companies and their bs.
Re: Xbox Teases Sunday's Showcase, Calls It 'A True Celebration' With 'A Swathe' Of Reveals
Can't wait. I love June. Xmas for gamers (+ the world Cup.)
Re: 007 First Light Achieves Incredible First-Day Sales, And There's Post-Launch Content On The Way
I wouldn't mind some new mi6 target (hitman style) in existing levels.
Re: Xbox Delays Fable To February 2027, And It's Basically Because Of GTA 6
Massive missed opportunity imo.
Should've launched exclusive on XBOX this autumn, then on PS5 in February. Ps5 sales offsetting any losses caused by XBOX version competing against gta 6.
Re: 'It Was A Miss, And I Own It' - Xbox CEO Hints At Removing PS5 & Switch Logos From Showcases
I wish they weren't coming to other platforms at all. I wish they didn't need to.
But I appreciate them (XBOX) when they're upfront with us.
Re: Poll: What Are Your Early Impressions Of 007 First Light On Xbox?
9 from me. Only some rough viuals in places let it down.
The hair on characters for example. I think, visually, Hitman games are way better looking imo.
Re: Xbox Fans Share Their Top 10 Requests After Day One Of Player Voice Feedback
I think we'll end up with 1-2 console exclusives a year. Microsoft seem like they really don't want them. I think they will attempt to compromise, but 1 or 2 won't shift the needle.
Re: Forza Horizon 6 Release Date, Release Times & Everything You Need To Know On Xbox & PC
@ShiroKitten Thanks 👍
Re: Forza Horizon 6 Progression Methods Detailed, Including A New 'Horizon Play' Feature
Ah man, wish I didn't have to wait until the 19th. 😒
Re: Forza Horizon 6 Release Date, Release Times & Everything You Need To Know On Xbox & PC
When can we expect reviews to drop?
Re: Talking Point: With Forza Horizon 6 Imminent, What Are Your Predictions For Its Final Review Score?
FH 5 was a 10/10. I've nothing about 6 to suggest any downgrade at all. On the contrary, it looks way better.
Re: Two Games Are Confirmed For Xbox Game Pass In April 2026 So Far
Both are really appealing tbh. Good job, Xbox.
Re: Xbox Reveals New Details On 'Project Helix' Next-Gen Console, Says Devs Will Get It In 2027
"It delivers an order of magnitude leap in ray tracing performance and capability, integrates intelligence directly into the graphics and compute pipeline, and drives meaningful gains in efficiency, scale, and visual ambition. The result is more realistic, immersive, and dynamic worlds for players."
But only as far as we can still get the game to work on last gen too.
Re: Digital Foundry Speculates Whether There'll Be An Xbox Series S Successor Next-Gen
@Scrubchub 100% agree. Ok, they don't sell at all well, but the hardware is sound. I'm entirely satisfied with my series X, and really I couldn't care less if it sold 100 million units or 1 million. That's Microsofts problem not mine. I just play the games.
Re: 'It Will Lead In Performance' - Xbox's Price Tag For Project Helix Could Be Pretty High
Sad to say as an Xbox fan, but I think it's PS6 for me.
Re: Highguard Goes Offline Next Week As Failed Online Shooter Officially Shuts Down
Dum dum dum... another one bites the dust.
Re: Fantastic Far Cry Upgrades Could Be Followed Up By More 60FPS Patches From Ubisoft
@acmiguens Right or wrong, people want to hate Ubisoft. It seems like its just what you do, now.
Re: These 10 Games Are Coming To Xbox Game Pass, Multiple Major Additions (January 21 - February 3)
More titles I now regret buying. NICE!
Re: Resident Evil Legend Leon Kennedy Confirmed For Requiem Thanks To Store Page Reveal
@Kaloudz I'll eat Jill. You'll have to manage the others, I'm full.
Re: Avatar: Frontiers Of Pandora Third-Person Looks Cool, But A Little Janky
I feel like U shouldn't give an impression based on another sites gameplay. Play it, let us know how it plays etc. Minor gripe, though.
I picked the game up cheap this morning, I'll try third person later myself.
Re: Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition On Switch 2 Is 'Cut Back' Even From The Xbox 360 Version
PC version on Ally 💪.
Switchers eyes would bleed.
Re: Xbox Owners Show Off Their Black Friday & Cyber Monday 2025 Purchases
The Fallout pad is hideous.
Re: Strange Xbox Email Suggests Game Pass Price Increase Doesn't Apply To Certain Members
Somethings going on here in UK too. This morning I checked my recurring billing, its was off and turning it on gives me the new £22.99 price. Even though I'm paid up until May.
Just tried again. It's the same. BUT my gamepass ult is now paid up until end of August.
Re: Xbox Game Pass: All Games Coming Soon In October 2025
If they're smart (they ain't,) they put something big into the service as an extra to what already announced. They need something to sweeten a rather sour pot.
Re: 'Price Increases Are Never Fun For Anybody' Says Xbox Exec Defending Game Pass Changes
Gta vi day one would change this conversation. They'd probably jam the website up again, trying to resub.
Re: Xbox Game Pass Is Getting A Major Overhaul With New Names, Games & Price Changes
@BaldB3lper78 I looked at that a few times now, but I can never get over the fact you're just renting a pc. You don't get any games. I have a console I just need regular games for it.
If before offered a catalogue of games though, that service would slay.
Re: Talking Point: So, Did You End Up Pre-Ordering The ROG Xbox Ally?
Nope, and I think it's irresponsible of those who do. These companies are tyring to make gaming into an expensive luxury, and we're all enabling them.
Honestly, I'm disgusted this thing has sold out, even if I'm not at all surprised. Don't blame those of us with good sense when next time they release new hardware its $1200.
Re: You Don't Want To Miss Xbox's Next Showcase, Says Executive Producer
UK thanks, I'll wait for the highlights.
Re: ROG Xbox Ally X Can Reach 'Insane' FPS In DOOM: The Dark Ages, Says Analysis
Microsoft is mandating effort from their devs into handheld optimization. New gears runs just as well as the articles claim, even on my z1 extreme Ally.
They will lose interest, though, eventually. Then they'll go back to ignoring handheld optimization.
Re: Two More Xbox Games Are Being Cancelled, Including Perfect Dark
@vrubayka And in shockingly short order most of the time.
Re: Two More Xbox Games Are Being Cancelled, Including Perfect Dark
@XBOX045 Yeah, that why you keep your current Xbox. I'm not saying throw em away. I'm just not buying from them anymore.
Re: Xbox's Matt Booty Issues Statement On Layoffs And Game Cancellations
No fudge off Boity. We don't want here more of you're bs. How have these clowns like Spencer,Boity and Bond still got jobs, and decent hardworking people there haven't?
When will these jeans wearing executive fuq's start to look at themselves for failure after failure?
Re: Two More Xbox Games Are Being Cancelled, Including Perfect Dark
I'll be keeping gamepass, but this is the last straw. I'm never buying any games or hardware from these clown again. Makes me feel better about recently buying a ps5. (Death stranding 2 rocks btw).
Re: RoboCop: Rogue City - Unfinished Business Blasts Onto Xbox In July 2025
No it's pretty drab if honest. Some street lights etc. nothing neon.
Re: Talking Point: Will You Be Buying The 2025 Xbox Handheld From ASUS?
No, I'll be sticking to the OG Ally. But I'm hoping whatever MS have developed as the new OS is installable on older systems.
Re: RoboCop: Rogue City - Unfinished Business Blasts Onto Xbox In July 2025
@Kaloudz Ah, nevermind. I saw your reply. That's a real shame. I don't feel that Robocop is all that flashy though.
Re: RoboCop: Rogue City - Unfinished Business Blasts Onto Xbox In July 2025
@Kaloudz why can't you?
Re: Multiple Xbox-Related Showcases Officially Confirmed For Next Month
My favourite month in gaming.
Re: Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Is Reminding People Of This Classic Xbox 360 JRPG
@GASEOUS Sorry to hear that. I've been there. We do what we have to.
Re: Xbox Is Already Achieving Massive Success With Oblivion Remastered
Win for Xbox, win for Bethesda, a win for game pass an subscribers. Win for playstation fans, who've not had the game until now. A win for Virtuoso - I'm already more excited for Mgs 3 cos of how well they've done here. So a win for Konami too.
Re: Bethesda's Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remake Will Reportedly Shadow Drop Next Week
Let's face it; they can't think it's very good, to be released this way. An Unreal engine 5 remake of Oblivion? That should be a front & centre showcase level reveal, right?
Re: Star Wars Zero Company Is Officially Heading To Xbox Series X|S
Probably 90 quid by the time it comes out, at this rate.
Re: Talking Point: What Dream Reveal Would You Like To See At The Xbox Games Showcase 2025?
I just want State of Decay 3 to show up and for it to look so good that we're all blown away. 🤞🫣
Re: ASUS Xbox Handheld Set To Rival The Nintendo Switch 2 In Price
I'm hoping my current Ally can host the new UI, I don't want to buy another one.
Switch 2 probably won't be essential until 2026.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (March 22-23)
AC shadows & WWE 2k25 for me.
Re: Report: Xbox Handheld For 2025 Being Made By ASUS, Will Feature Console-Like Interface
@GoldenPants Lapton screens tend to suck tho, unless you spend big. The Ally screen is small (but massive if you're used to Switch) but quite lovely. And there vrr too.
Re: Report: Xbox Handheld For 2025 Being Made By ASUS, Will Feature Console-Like Interface
I hope they offer existing Ally owners the option to download the new UI.
Re: Xbox Reporter 'Pretty Sure' New Console Is Set To Launch In 2027
@Millionski oh totally. Xbox won't lift a finger, for sure. It's frustrating.