It'll be a couple weeks before I dive in. Need to finish visions of mana, and I want to finally try Alone in the Dark. Thankfully that's a short one. I just can't go into another ARPG right after visions.
If I'm being honest, the more I play this one the less I'm liking it. I'm at what I would call the midway point after looking at a guide. So about 16hrs in, mid 20s for levels.
The novelty and beauty sort of wore off for me. What hooked me right away was playing a beautiful looking old school jrpg. It just got a bit stale though. Should've seen it coming, it's whats expected from a 30 yr old famicom game. Still trying to decide if I want to finish it or move onto something else before XCX comes out.
Hell yea. Enjoying the heck outta the game. Just wish camera, and platforming sections were a little better. Also a lock on, and witch time dodge would've been cool to have. But they're so minor that it doesn't hurt the overall experience. Loving it.
@xxk7xx I've never played the new trilogy of games. So this is somewhat more palatable and easier to get into if you're not into souls-like crushing difficultly? Either way, I'm going to give it a shake since it's on GP. I've just read this series is hard as hell, so it'd be nice to know what I'm up against before diving in. Thanks in advance.
Nah, I'll just play it when it's on GP. I'm pretty deep in visions of mana, and now I want to try ninja gaiden 2, plus I just bought alone in the dark. So, I'm just hoping I'll even be able to play it on launch day and not busy with other stuff.
@Banjo- impossible lair might be one of the best 2d platformers in the last decade. Definitely top 5. Highly recommend at full price, let alone that price.
@Scrubchub good call. It feels good cleaning house doesn't it? I'm saving $50/ month now with my recent cuts. Gamepass is going to be hard to unsub too though if I'm being honest. I really do enjoy it.
Not really sure I'm making one this year. I'll play what I can where I can. Only thing I'm trying to do this year is maybe stop subbing to gamepass. I'm sort of done with subscriptions. I canceled a bunch of TV streaming channels recently too.
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Re: Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3+4 Has Been Rated, And It's Coming To Xbox & Other Major Platforms
@Kezelpaso hell yes! Can't wait to hear more.
Re: Xbox Has Officially Delayed Fable Into 2026
Ah that stinks. Is what it is though. I'll keep myself busy with switch 2 in 2025 hopefully...
Re: Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3+4 Has Been Rated, And It's Coming To Xbox & Other Major Platforms
So it seems like this might even be out before the summer showcase? Or am I misreading?
Re: One Of 2024's Best Games Is Heading To Xbox Game Pass Today
@FraserG I meant, I'm not sure how I missed it during the show. Doh!
Re: One Of 2024's Best Games Is Heading To Xbox Game Pass Today
How did I miss it's on gp?
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (February 22-23)
Since I'm on a mini vacation I only brought my switch with. With that said, just DQIII HD2D.
Re: Rumour: Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3+4 Remaster To Shadow Drop At Xbox Games Showcase 2025
So dope if true. I'll still play 1+2 from time to time.
Re: Avowed: Release Date, Release Times, Early Access Details For Xbox & PC
It'll be a couple weeks before I dive in. Need to finish visions of mana, and I want to finally try Alone in the Dark. Thankfully that's a short one. I just can't go into another ARPG right after visions.
Re: Talking Point: If GTA 6 Releases This Year, What Does Xbox Do With Fable?
Not sure Gta VI will have any impact honestly. Unless they release the same week, then maybe.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (February 15-16)
Having finished Ninja Gaiden II Black a couple nights ago, I'm back to focusing on *Visions of Mana for Xbox, and WWE 2k24
On switch, still slowly working my way through DQIII HD2D
It's been a bit of slog so I might try to hammer this out as quickly as possible to move on.
Re: Review: Avowed (Xbox) - Flashy Action & Excellent Exploration Make Up For A Surprisingly Breezy Narrative
Just trying to finish visions of mana so I can start this.
Re: Roundup: All The Xbox Reveals From February 2025's State Of Play
Shinobi back baby
Re: Ninja Gaiden 2 Black Adds Multiple New Features In Latest Xbox Update
Man, lowering HP on some enemies in those chapters after I just finished those recently 😳. Oh well. I did it nonetheless.
Re: South Of Midnight Preview (Xbox) - A Compulsion We're Desperate To Indulge
Ooo lookin juicy. Starting to get more excited.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (February 8-9)
On Xbox:
-Visions of Mana
-Wwe 2k24
-Ninja Gaiden II Black
On switch:
-dragon quest 3 hd2d.
If I'm being honest, the more I play this one the less I'm liking it. I'm at what I would call the midway point after looking at a guide. So about 16hrs in, mid 20s for levels.
The novelty and beauty sort of wore off for me. What hooked me right away was playing a beautiful looking old school jrpg. It just got a bit stale though. Should've seen it coming, it's whats expected from a 30 yr old famicom game. Still trying to decide if I want to finish it or move onto something else before XCX comes out.
Re: Ninja Gaiden 2 Black Analysis Compares Xbox 360 Original To Unreal Engine 5 Remaster
On chapter 5 and I'll try to bang out a couple more tn. Sweet game.
Re: Two More Xbox First-Party Games Are Moving To PS5 In 2025
@Kaloudz now THIS is big news. Loved that show as a kid.
Re: Review: Ninja Gaiden 2 Black (Xbox) - A UE5 Appetiser Ahead Of The Fourth Outing
@Lup you are correct, my bad
Re: Review: Ninja Gaiden 2 Black (Xbox) - A UE5 Appetiser Ahead Of The Fourth Outing
@Nintendo4Sonic I mean technically, NG is originally nintendo 😉
Re: Review: Ninja Gaiden 2 Black (Xbox) - A UE5 Appetiser Ahead Of The Fourth Outing
Hell yea. Enjoying the heck outta the game. Just wish camera, and platforming sections were a little better. Also a lock on, and witch time dodge would've been cool to have. But they're so minor that it doesn't hurt the overall experience. Loving it.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (February 1-2)
Lots of stuff on Xbox this week.
On switch.
Re: Forza Horizon 5 Officially Announced For PS5, Drifts Over In Spring 2025
@anoyonmus exactly what I'm thinking
Re: Forza Horizon 5 Officially Announced For PS5, Drifts Over In Spring 2025
The end of an era..
Re: Ninja Gaiden 2 Black Updated On Xbox, Second Update Arriving Next Month
@xxk7xx awesome. Excited to dive in.
Re: Ninja Gaiden 2 Black Updated On Xbox, Second Update Arriving Next Month
@xxk7xx I've never played the new trilogy of games. So this is somewhat more palatable and easier to get into if you're not into souls-like crushing difficultly? Either way, I'm going to give it a shake since it's on GP. I've just read this series is hard as hell, so it'd be nice to know what I'm up against before diving in. Thanks in advance.
Re: Ninja Gaiden 2 Black Updated On Xbox, Second Update Arriving Next Month
Just DL the game last night. I'll be giving it a shot at some point this week.
Re: Xbox's Phil Spencer Had A Big Role To Play In The Creation Of Ninja Gaiden 4
Time to fire up 2 and see what the fuss is about
Re: PSA: Alan Wake 2's 'Lunar New Year' Xbox Discount Includes Two Games & Two Expansions
I have AW2 but the standard version. Would be sweet if AW1 was offered for free since I pre-ordered this game back at launch!
Re: Xbox On Keeping Games Off Other Platforms: 'That's Not A Path For Us'
Yea well it would probably help phil
Re: Poll: Are You Buying The 'Early Access' Upgrade For Avowed?
Nah, I'll just play it when it's on GP. I'm pretty deep in visions of mana, and now I want to try ninja gaiden 2, plus I just bought alone in the dark. So, I'm just hoping I'll even be able to play it on launch day and not busy with other stuff.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (January 25-26)
Wwe 2k24 and Visions of Mana on xbox
DQIII HD2D on switch.
Re: Xbox Developer Direct 2025: The Full List Of Reveals, Including Two Surprises
@Rodimusprime13 it's a 2d action platformer like the nes games.
Re: Xbox Developer Direct 2025: The Full List Of Reveals, Including Two Surprises
Hell yea to the first half of the year.
Re: Reaction: Xbox's Killer January Showcase Proves That Its Games Pipeline Is Finally Ready
Definitely a nice first half. I was anticipating canceling gp soon but I'm back in.
Re: Xbox Reveals Ninja Gaiden 4, Coming Day One To Game Pass In Fall 2025
Looks great. Think I'm going to dive into the new trilogy of games since ive never played them.
Re: Xbox Developer Direct 2025: Event Date, Start Times & Where To Watch The Showcase
I'll have to stay off the internet and catch up afterwards unfortunately.
Re: Multiple Xbox Games Drop To 'Lowest Price Ever' In This Week's THQ Nordic Sale
@Banjo- impossible lair might be one of the best 2d platformers in the last decade. Definitely top 5. Highly recommend at full price, let alone that price.
Re: Multiple Xbox Games Drop To 'Lowest Price Ever' In This Week's THQ Nordic Sale
I've been waiting for alone in the dark to hit a $20 range. Guess it's time to pony up.
Re: Talking Point: What Are Your Plans For This Week's Big Xbox Event?
Probably won't have time to watch live as I'll be at work
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (January 18-19)
On switch just DQIII hd2d. On xbox wwe 2k24 and visions of mana.
Re: Rumour: Xbox Reporter Teases One More Potential Surprise At Developer Direct 2025
@Jenkinss exactly. Something is happening next week. Just you watch!
Re: Talking Point: Will Nintendo Switch 2 Appear At The Xbox Developer Direct 2025?
Things are definitely getting juicy
Re: Xbox's Big Surprise For Developer Direct Is Reportedly A Legendary Japanese IP
I'm thinking it's RE9. We'll see!
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (January 11-12)
DQIII HD2D on switch
Visions of Mana and WWE 2k24 on xbox
Re: Rumour: Final Fantasy 7 Remake & Rebirth Supposedly 'Confirmed' For Xbox In 2025 / 2026
These were literally my most wanted ports. I caved and bought ff7 remake on ps4 but I'll just wait to play it now
Re: Xbox Developer Direct Returns This Month To Highlight Four 2025 Titles
Well see what happens! I actually bought the last "surprise" game recently. Visions of mana
Re: Multiple Xbox Games Nominated For 14th Annual New York Game Awards
Melina did a great job but Troy takes the cake. Indy was the best game I played this year.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (January 4-5)
Animal Well on switch.
Wwe 2K24 and Indiana Jones on Xbox.
Re: Talking Point: What Are Your New Year's Gaming Resolutions?
@Scrubchub good call. It feels good cleaning house doesn't it? I'm saving $50/ month now with my recent cuts. Gamepass is going to be hard to unsub too though if I'm being honest. I really do enjoy it.
Re: Talking Point: What Are Your New Year's Gaming Resolutions?
Not really sure I'm making one this year. I'll play what I can where I can. Only thing I'm trying to do this year is maybe stop subbing to gamepass. I'm sort of done with subscriptions. I canceled a bunch of TV streaming channels recently too.