@Baler well I love them both just about equally. They're two totally different experiences imo. Botw is more tranquil and calming to me. Totk is the complete opposite where it's balls to the wall insane every step of the way, but I love both.
I don't see why N can't have both styles moving forward. Even if they rotate traditional 3d +2d zelda. Then do botw/totk style every decade. I think there's room for both in the future.
@Baler I'm just waiting for the inevitable switch or switch 2 port of TP. I already own it on Wii and Wii U. But the zelda dope that I am will buy it a 3rd time.
I'll eventually need to give this game a shot. I'm supposed to be playing like a dragon Gaiden, but I've been pretty enthralled with robocop. I'll jump in soon.
I finished Ghost Trick last night and I hate to say it, the first 25% was fun, then it just got old. The story was good, but I just couldn't engage anymore after 7-8 hrs. Some sections were down right frustrating unfortunately. Please hold your pitchforks 🫠.
Now, I'm finally able to fully focus on the gem they call Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown on switch.
@Kaloudz I'm just waiting patiently for the fabled FF7 remake to hit xbox. That's my most anticipated SE game on xbox, or even switch. I'll take what I can get at this point as long as it's not a cloud version.
Overall rock solid. Indiana Jones jumped up to my most anticipated xbox game this year. Avowed looks good as well. And if Mana isn't on GP, it'll be a day 1 buy.
Honestly, more one off projects like hi fi. Fps games are great, as are 3rd person like GoW games. But different experiences are why I love nintendo so much. More indie gems like xbox is great at putting out there, especially on gamepass. More gears games. And finally, silksong in the first quarter. Everything else would be gravy for me.
Not sure I have one just yet. I'm thinking playing through all the gears games, and some of the halo games. I've played most of the halo games, but not through the campaigns. I've only played gears of war 1 thus far. I'd like to make it a point to get through most of the Xbox first party games in 2024.
On switch, Beat 1 run of Hades last night and I think I'm done. Going to start arkham asylum. On xbox, Psychonauts 2. I'd love to finish this week so I can start robocop.
@eire-shabba I actually bought the bundle which Is rare for me. I almost never buy games I've already played on gamepass, or games that are currently on gamepass. But at the bundle price it was well worth it. I just haven't gotten around to the dlc yet.
Well for starters, getting an Xbox last December. I thought it would be a console I'd play 25% of the time compared to switch being 75%. Turned out to play it a bunch more than I expected this past year. My favorite moment was the shadow drop of Hi Fi early on as an adopter, and it being one of my favorite games of 2023. Then each month playing a new game on GP. Sea of Stars was a such a sublime experience for me this year as well. Happy new year fellow xbots 🙂
I'm kind of holding off on anything switch related. Waiting to see if I get some eshop credit for Xmas and I'll more than likely buy arkham trilogy, then start asylum. I did start steamworld dig 2, just not sure if I'm into it.
On my raspberry pi, I'll start Crusader of Centi. I've always heard about this zelda clone, so I want to give it a shake.
More than I thought actually. 23 games this year. And some are collections so I didn't count each individual game. Not bad at all and with gamepass, it could've been a bunch more.
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Re: 'Visions Of Mana' Isn't Launching On Xbox Game Pass Despite Dev Direct Appearance
Not even really bothered by it. I plan on buying day 1 anyway.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (January 27-28)
@Baler well I love them both just about equally. They're two totally different experiences imo. Botw is more tranquil and calming to me. Totk is the complete opposite where it's balls to the wall insane every step of the way, but I love both.
I don't see why N can't have both styles moving forward. Even if they rotate traditional 3d +2d zelda. Then do botw/totk style every decade. I think there's room for both in the future.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (January 27-28)
@Baler I'm just waiting for the inevitable switch or switch 2 port of TP. I already own it on Wii and Wii U. But the zelda dope that I am will buy it a 3rd time.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (January 27-28)
@Romans12 it's such a gem of a game. I can't get enough of punching baddies and throwing myself across a room lol
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (January 27-28)
My main is The Lost Crown but im also playing Robocop Rogue City and Like a Dragon Gaiden
Re: Xbox Introduces New 'Indie Selects' Collection, Separate To Xbox Game Pass Lineup
Very nice. Hopefully the games on spotlight will have a discount or two thrown in.
Re: Review: Like A Dragon: Infinite Wealth - RGG Studio Drops Its Best Game Yet
I'll eventually need to give this game a shot. I'm supposed to be playing like a dragon Gaiden, but I've been pretty enthralled with robocop. I'll jump in soon.
Re: Deals: Xbox Just Added 250+ Games To This Week's Sales (January 23-30)
@Kaloudz same, I'll just hold out.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (January 20-21)
I finished Ghost Trick last night and I hate to say it, the first 25% was fun, then it just got old. The story was good, but I just couldn't engage anymore after 7-8 hrs. Some sections were down right frustrating unfortunately. Please hold your pitchforks 🫠.
Now, I'm finally able to fully focus on the gem they call Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown on switch.
On xbox, another banger in Robocop Rogue City.
I'm already fully enthralled in both.
Re: Hellblade 2 Will Be A Digital-Only, Cheaper Release On Xbox And PC
Stinks for sure. But I'll play on GP anyway.
Re: 'Indiana Jones And The Great Circle' Gameplay Has Landed, And It Looks Awesome
Boom. Everything I would've wanted from an Indy game.
Re: Poll: How Would You Grade The Xbox Developer Direct 2024?
I'll go with a B. No disappointments but no real surprises. Indy blew me away though.
Re: Square Enix Makes Surprise Appearance At Xbox Developer Direct 2024
@Kaloudz I'm just waiting patiently for the fabled FF7 remake to hit xbox. That's my most anticipated SE game on xbox, or even switch. I'll take what I can get at this point as long as it's not a cloud version.
Re: Square Enix Makes Surprise Appearance At Xbox Developer Direct 2024
Love the mana series, so I'm all in.
Re: Roundup: Here's What Was Revealed At The Xbox Developer Direct 2024
Overall rock solid. Indiana Jones jumped up to my most anticipated xbox game this year. Avowed looks good as well. And if Mana isn't on GP, it'll be a day 1 buy.
Re: Xbox Appears To Dismiss 'Shadow Drop' Talk For Developer Direct 2024
Here's hoping we still get something of a surprise, be it shadow drop or other 😊
Re: Rumour: Xbox In 'Discussions' With Square Enix Over Final Fantasy 7 Remake
This is literally my most wanted game on xbox.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Hoping To See Over The Next Year From Xbox?
Honestly, more one off projects like hi fi. Fps games are great, as are 3rd person like GoW games. But different experiences are why I love nintendo so much. More indie gems like xbox is great at putting out there, especially on gamepass. More gears games. And finally, silksong in the first quarter. Everything else would be gravy for me.
Re: Multiple New Xbox Rumours Are Circulating On Social Media This Week
@Banjo- awesome stuff. I can't wait to see if something gets announced Thursday. Either way, I'll be getting into gears of war 2 very soon.
Re: Multiple New Xbox Rumours Are Circulating On Social Media This Week
@eire-shabba for sure. I have gears of war 2 DL'd and I intend to start it soon.
Re: Multiple New Xbox Rumours Are Circulating On Social Media This Week
I can't decide if I should continue playing all the gears games ( only played 1) or wait for a potential new collection.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (January 13-14)
I am hammering through Psychonauts 2 in preparation of the direct next week for xbox.
On switch, only ghost trick at the moment. Hoping to finish by prince of persias release.
On the Pi, all sorts of little gems, but I'm taking more time with the original RE2.
Re: Review: Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown - A Fantastically Slick & Surprisingly Accessible Return For Action-Platforming Royalty
Heck yeah. I'll be grabbing this. Not sure which system yet though, probably switch I'd imagine.
Re: Xbox Developer Direct 2024: Event Date, Start Times & Where To Watch
Already got it locked and loaded in my calendar.
Re: Persona 3 Reload Prepares For Xbox Release As Pre-Install Goes Live
I'll fire it up I'm sure. But there's so much going on that I might not be able to get through it.
Re: Poll: Which Games Will Get Release Dates At Xbox Developer Direct?
@Grumblevolcano hoping for a shadow drop myself
Re: Xbox Announces New 'Developer Direct' Event For Next Week
Ooo very spicy indeed.
Re: Rumour: Xbox Might Bring Sea Of Thieves To PlayStation & Nintendo Switch
@Banjo- exactly. Anyone remember that "big zelda blowout direct" he predicted? I sure don't. I never listen to a word he says
Re: Rumour: Xbox Might Bring Sea Of Thieves To PlayStation & Nintendo Switch
Ah yes Jeff Grubb. Mr grain of salt himself.
Re: Talking Point: What Are Your Gaming Resolutions For 2024?
Not sure I have one just yet. I'm thinking playing through all the gears games, and some of the halo games. I've played most of the halo games, but not through the campaigns. I've only played gears of war 1 thus far. I'd like to make it a point to get through most of the Xbox first party games in 2024.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (January 6-7)
On switch, Beat 1 run of Hades last night and I think I'm done. Going to start arkham asylum. On xbox, Psychonauts 2. I'd love to finish this week so I can start robocop.
Re: One Of The Best Games Of Last Generation Is Coming To Xbox Game Pass Next Week
Definitely the most tense game I've ever played. Literally terrified to do anything once I left a save room lol
Re: Pure Xbox Game Club January 2024: Like A Dragon Gaiden
Oh boy, I would've written something a little nicer had I knownðŸ«
Re: Happy New Year!
Happy new year fellow xboxers. Hope we all have a happy and prosperous 2024.
Re: Talking Point: What Are Your Favourite Xbox Memories Of The Past 12 Months?
@eire-shabba I actually bought the bundle which Is rare for me. I almost never buy games I've already played on gamepass, or games that are currently on gamepass. But at the bundle price it was well worth it. I just haven't gotten around to the dlc yet.
Re: Talking Point: What Are Your Favourite Xbox Memories Of The Past 12 Months?
@eire-shabba I played high on life late, so about April or so. Blown away by how much fun I had with it.
I sort of forgot about it and didn't rank it in my top 5 since it was a 2022 game. But overall, it was definitely a top 5 game for me this year.
Re: Talking Point: What Are Your Favourite Xbox Memories Of The Past 12 Months?
Well for starters, getting an Xbox last December. I thought it would be a console I'd play 25% of the time compared to switch being 75%. Turned out to play it a bunch more than I expected this past year. My favorite moment was the shadow drop of Hi Fi early on as an adopter, and it being one of my favorite games of 2023. Then each month playing a new game on GP. Sea of Stars was a such a sublime experience for me this year as well. Happy new year fellow xbots 🙂
Re: Ten Of The Best Xbox Games We Didn't Get Around To Reviewing In 2023
@Westernwolf4 awesome my man. Can't wait. I grew up on the movies as a kid so I'm excited.
Re: Ten Of The Best Xbox Games We Didn't Get Around To Reviewing In 2023
I actually just bought ghost trick last night. On switch though. I'll be giving it a go once I'm done with hades.
My next xbox game will be RoboCop or AC Mirage
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (December 30-31)
On switch, just hades. On xbox, just psychonauts 2. Happy new year everyone.
Re: Pick One: Which Is Your Favourite Xbox First-Party Release Of 2023?
Team Hi Fi. However, I had a great time with starfield as well.
Re: Merry Christmas And Happy Holidays From The Team At Pure Xbox!
Merry Christmas guys and gals
Re: Feature: Pure Xbox's Game Of The Year 2023
My top 3:
Re: Poll: What Were The Best Xbox Game Pass Additions In 2023?
Sea of Stars #1
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (December 23-24)
I'm kind of holding off on anything switch related. Waiting to see if I get some eshop credit for Xmas and I'll more than likely buy arkham trilogy, then start asylum. I did start steamworld dig 2, just not sure if I'm into it.
On my raspberry pi, I'll start Crusader of Centi. I've always heard about this zelda clone, so I want to give it a shake.
On a xbox, Psychonauts 2.
Merry Christmas 🎅 🎄
Re: Talking Point: What Have You Bought In The Xbox Countdown Sale 2023?
Not yet! Waiting to see what I get for Xmas first. Think smarter, not harder ðŸ«
Re: 'Dungeons Of Hinterberg' Is Shaping Up Beautifully Ahead Of 2024 Xbox Game Pass Launch
When I first saw this, I was really interested. Then on the second go round, it didn't look as great as I thought. We'll see how reviews go.
Re: Poll: Four Months Later, Are You Still Playing Starfield?
I did my time with it. About 40hrs. Like most games, I don't see a need to go back.
Re: Poll: How Many Xbox Games Have You Actually Bought In 2023?
More than I thought actually. 23 games this year. And some are collections so I didn't count each individual game. Not bad at all and with gamepass, it could've been a bunch more.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (December 16-17)
super mario rpg should be finished tonight. On xbox, dead space remake. if I finish both I'm starting Ittle Dew and Psychonauts 2
Also might play some retro stuff on the Pi