@Dusk_Actual I did too, I wasn’t the biggest fan of JD to begin with, then that revelation hit. I didn’t even hesitate when I had to make that decision.
This is such a tough one for me. The story of the original is incredible, but the gameplay of Infinite blows it away, and the Burial at Sea DLC is the best piece of DLC I’ve ever played. I voted for the original for the story, atmosphere and Rapture, but I was quite torn.
@BrilliantBill if there’s one thing I’ve always given him credit for and admired him for it was his ability to innovate. I’m 37 and have been gaming most of my life, to this day, I still can’t think of a boss battle that blew my mind more than Psychomantis. I struggle to think of a moment outside of X-Men on SEGA Genesis that had a moment where you had to rush to hit and hold the reset button or you got game over, that had such a unique in game mechanic. I’ve just usually struggled with his stories and his balancing of weird and real world. It’s his style, so I respect that, I’m certainly not one to tell Kojima to do something different, I just don’t always feel that the weird characters and story moments he throws into his games always work, at least not for me. Don’t get me wrong, I do respect him and usually like his games, I’m just nit head over heels like most people seem to be. I’m more of a, “wait for reviews” kind of guy with him, rather than, “it’s Kojima, I’m getting it.”
I’ve never been the biggest Kojima fan, I like his games, but I never understood the obsession over him. With that said, after a long time of making fun of Death Stranding, I decided to give it a try and I loved it, it was truly a unique game. I’m more interested in his work now than I have been in the past, though I’m still not clamoring for his next game.
@Stoned_Patrol personally, I don’t get what all the hype is about with it. I never played the original so I bought it on Switch when it came out, I thought it was ok, but didn’t live up to everything I’ve seen about it. With that said, you certainly can’t go wrong with the price, even if you’re like me and don’t care for it at least you didn’t spend much on it.
I have a Series X and S and I love them both. S is insanely powerful for what it is, sure it’s not as powerful as the X or PS5, but I don’t regret buying it at all.
@NEStalgia interesting, you and I have completely opposite opinions on it. I felt the beginning was boring and very generic, but as powers unlocked and you started getting different abilities on your weapons it really opened up gameplay. I almost didn’t play it because the demo felt so generic, but I was really glad I did, I’ve had a great time soloing it.
I just finished the first one last week and I was blown away. That game is a dark, haunting, beautiful masterpiece, with some of the best mocap and voice acting I’ve played since Hellblade. I can’t wait for the second game.
The first one on Genesis was amazing. I remember renting it and not being able to get out of the first area at all, so I thought the game was terrible and hated it. I eventually revisited it when I was a bit older and figured out the puzzles behind it, which gave way to an incredible game.
Any credibility towards that being true is thrown out the window when I see “Kotaku.” I’d rate it between an A and a B, but even if it were just a C I’d argue there isn’t burnout yet. I’ve discovered so many new games I’d have never tried thanks to GP.
Now that I beat Elden Ring, I decided to go for a throw back, I’m currently playing Lost Odyssey. Although it feels like a product of its era, I’m really enjoying it so far.
I made it to the final fight of Elden Ring on Friday, went to go try it out, little did I know I wouldn’t be able to. It just kept telling me the person who purchased the game needed to sign in (SPOILER ALERT: That was me and I was signed in).I couldn’t access a single digital game on my Xbox. It was quite frustrating.
My daughter has this controller, I kind of want to mod it to do this now ha. Fun fact, if you type in the Konami code on the controller there’s an Easter egg.
@Fiendish-Beaver I’m not much of a rogue-like/lite fan, but Rogue Legacy is a really great game. If the second is anything like it then it’s worth checking out. I doubt you need to worry about playing the original first, there’s barely a story to it.
While I can’t wait to see Kotick out of there, I hate that he will be doing it with a Scrooge McDuck smile as swims in a pool of money from this deal. He’ll be laughing his way to the bank. With that said, I’m excited to see what Activision looks like under Spencer.
@demian I definitely like that take on it, looking at it from that perspective it changes my opinion on it.
Outside of a few choices they made I more or less enjoyed it. Sure, it had some jank to it, but overall it was fun. I’m reserving the fact that I hated there was a human on the Covenant until I see how it pans out, I’m all for creative liberties if it makes sense and pans out in a cool way, so I’m hoping that’s the case here.
@demian I apparently missed that, I was only able to half pay attention to it while I watched it. I don’t disagree that it isn’t worse than any other overrated show lately. I didn’t love it but I certainly didn’t hate it, I’ll keep watching to see where it goes.
@BartoxTharglod you perfectly summed up my feelings on it. There were some parts I enjoyed, some parts I didn’t and some I just felt were complete cringe worthy. I wouldn’t say the show was bad, I liked it enough to stick with it, some of the special effects, sound effects and swapping perspective just didn’t do it for me. I also really didn’t like how the mounted turret did nothing against the Elites when the general was using it, but as soon as Chief picked it up it shredded them in seconds. There were some very strange choices made that’s for sure.
@Qphlat27 I’ve only played a bit of Manhunt but I did enjoy what I played, but Prey and Spec Ops the Line are absolute steals at those prices and I can recommend either enough.
@Vepra thank you for being a rational person. My coworker was going on and on about all the things they “got wrong.” Personally, I don’t need or want a 1:1 recreation, as long as a lot of the main concepts are there and it’s good I’m happy. We have the game and it’s story, we don’t need this show to be that but in video format, if they were just going to follow it in the same way I’d rather just play the game.
I can’t wait to play this with my five year old! Though, I’m not looking forward to the dam level… I still have PTSD in water levels thanks to that level.
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Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (September 24-25)
@Dusk_Actual I did too, I wasn’t the biggest fan of JD to begin with, then that revelation hit. I didn’t even hesitate when I had to make that decision.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (September 24-25)
@Dusk_Actual unless there’s more than one choice I had little difficult choosing, given past revelations in the game.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (September 24-25)
I’m chipping away at the final act of Gears 5
Re: Microsoft Is Looking To Bring More Original Japanese Titles To Xbox
Incredible news!
Re: Twelve Years Later, 'Ni No Kuni' Has Finally Arrived On Xbox
One of my all time favorite RPGs, this game had more heart than just about any game I’ve ever played.
Re: Poll: How Would You Grade Ubisoft Forward 2022?
Until they either revamp their format of games entirely or give me Child of Light 2, I have no interest in Ubi.
Re: Poll: What Score Would You Give Immortals Fenyx Rising On Xbox Game Pass?
It’s a fun game, but there’s much better out there. Though the combat is pretty janky and dull.
Re: Review: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Cowabunga Collection - A Radical Bundle Of Beat 'Em Ups
@GuyinPA75 I believe it’s supposed to be in it. I’m already dreading the bomb level.
Re: Hogwarts Legacy To Include 'PlayStation Exclusive Quest'
Not a fan of this, but I’ll be getting it on Xbox anyways.
Re: Pick One: Which Of These 'TBA' Xbox Games Are You Most Excited For?
No contest here whatsoever, Senua’s Saga: Hellblade 2!
Re: 'Atomic Heart' Gameplay Trailer Provides Fresh Look At Its Bonkers World
This is one of my most anticipated games, it gives me such Bioshock vibes. I can’t wait to get my hands on it.
Re: 'High On Life' Extended Boss Fight Gameplay Shown Ahead Of Xbox Game Pass Launch
This game looks like a playable fever dream, I’m so excited for it.
Re: Two More Titles Announced For Xbox Game Pass In 2023
“Dungeons 4 coming in 2023, hopefully.” That might be the best way I’ve ever heard a trailer end.
Re: Talking Point: Which Is The Best BioShock Game On Xbox?
This is such a tough one for me. The story of the original is incredible, but the gameplay of Infinite blows it away, and the Burial at Sea DLC is the best piece of DLC I’ve ever played. I voted for the original for the story, atmosphere and Rapture, but I was quite torn.
Re: Hideo Kojima Teases Work-In-Progress Trailer For Upcoming Project
@BrilliantBill if there’s one thing I’ve always given him credit for and admired him for it was his ability to innovate. I’m 37 and have been gaming most of my life, to this day, I still can’t think of a boss battle that blew my mind more than Psychomantis. I struggle to think of a moment outside of X-Men on SEGA Genesis that had a moment where you had to rush to hit and hold the reset button or you got game over, that had such a unique in game mechanic.
I’ve just usually struggled with his stories and his balancing of weird and real world. It’s his style, so I respect that, I’m certainly not one to tell Kojima to do something different, I just don’t always feel that the weird characters and story moments he throws into his games always work, at least not for me. Don’t get me wrong, I do respect him and usually like his games, I’m just nit head over heels like most people seem to be. I’m more of a, “wait for reviews” kind of guy with him, rather than, “it’s Kojima, I’m getting it.”
Re: Hideo Kojima Teases Work-In-Progress Trailer For Upcoming Project
I’ve never been the biggest Kojima fan, I like his games, but I never understood the obsession over him. With that said, after a long time of making fun of Death Stranding, I decided to give it a try and I loved it, it was truly a unique game. I’m more interested in his work now than I have been in the past, though I’m still not clamoring for his next game.
Re: Hogwarts Legacy Has Been Officially Delayed To February 2023
Sad to see it’s not fall/winter like originally speculated, but a delay is never a bad thing, disappointing sure, but not bad.
Re: Lots Of Games Reduced By 90% On Xbox This Week (August 9-16)
@Stoned_Patrol personally, I don’t get what all the hype is about with it. I never played the original so I bought it on Switch when it came out, I thought it was ok, but didn’t live up to everything I’ve seen about it. With that said, you certainly can’t go wrong with the price, even if you’re like me and don’t care for it at least you didn’t spend much on it.
Re: Talking Point: Xbox Series S Owners, Are You Happy You Skipped Series X?
I have a Series X and S and I love them both. S is insanely powerful for what it is, sure it’s not as powerful as the X or PS5, but I don’t regret buying it at all.
Re: The Lord Of The Rings: Gollum Has Been Delayed For Xbox
I don’t think any amount of delays will save this game
Re: Skull & Bones Developer Claims The Game Lacks Depth In Every Area
I didn’t need a developer to tell me that, I thought it was quite obvious from what they’ve shown.
Re: Talking Point: What Were Your Favourite Xbox Live Arcade Games On 360?
Bastion, Shadow Complex, Castle Crashers and Monday Night Combat, for as much as I prefer playing solo, I loved that game.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (July 9-10)
I’ve jumped back into Final Fantasy XIV again, after a long hiatus.
Re: Ubisoft's Skull & Bones Officially Sets Sail On Xbox This November
I didn’t think it was possible for me to care less about this game, then I watched this video. I’ll stick with Sea of Thieves, thanks.
Re: Roundup: Here's What The Critics Think Of The Outriders Worldslayer Expansion
@NEStalgia interesting, you and I have completely opposite opinions on it. I felt the beginning was boring and very generic, but as powers unlocked and you started getting different abilities on your weapons it really opened up gameplay. I almost didn’t play it because the demo felt so generic, but I was really glad I did, I’ve had a great time soloing it.
Re: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder's Revenge Is Now Available With Xbox Game Pass
Such a fantastic game
Re: A Plague Tale: Requiem Gets New Gameplay Trailer Ahead Of 2022 Release
I just finished the first one last week and I was blown away. That game is a dark, haunting, beautiful masterpiece, with some of the best mocap and voice acting I’ve played since Hellblade. I can’t wait for the second game.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (June 11-12)
I beat A Plague Tale Innocence and then started up Prey. Im going through some backlog while there’s nothing exciting coming out.
Re: 16-Bit Sci-Fi Classic Flashback Is Getting An Xbox Sequel Winter 2022
The first one on Genesis was amazing. I remember renting it and not being able to get out of the first area at all, so I thought the game was terrible and hated it. I eventually revisited it when I was a bit older and figured out the puzzles behind it, which gave way to an incredible game.
Re: Xbox Throws Major Shade At Claims Of 'Game Pass Burnout'
Any credibility towards that being true is thrown out the window when I see “Kotaku.” I’d rate it between an A and a B, but even if it were just a C I’d argue there isn’t burnout yet. I’ve discovered so many new games I’d have never tried thanks to GP.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (May 14-15)
Now that I beat Elden Ring, I decided to go for a throw back, I’m currently playing Lost Odyssey. Although it feels like a product of its era, I’m really enjoying it so far.
Re: Bethesda Delays Starfield And Redfall To First Half Of 2023
I’m not surprised by this in the slightest.
Re: Major Xbox Outage Leads To Confusion And Frustration Over 'Offline' Games
I made it to the final fight of Elden Ring on Friday, went to go try it out, little did I know I wouldn’t be able to. It just kept telling me the person who purchased the game needed to sign in (SPOILER ALERT: That was me and I was signed in).I couldn’t access a single digital game on my Xbox. It was quite frustrating.
Re: Soapbox: Star Wars Republic Commando Is Still A Must Play For Fans Of The Sci-Fi Franchise
I bought this, Jedi Academy and Jedi Outcast today on Switch
Re: Random: This Working Fisher Price Xbox Controller Has Gone Viral
My daughter has this controller, I kind of want to mod it to do this now ha. Fun fact, if you type in the Konami code on the controller there’s an Easter egg.
Re: Roundup: Rogue Legacy 2 Is Getting Incredible Reviews So Far
@Fiendish-Beaver I’m not much of a rogue-like/lite fan, but Rogue Legacy is a really great game. If the second is anything like it then it’s worth checking out. I doubt you need to worry about playing the original first, there’s barely a story to it.
Re: Activision Blizzard Stockholders Approve Microsoft Acquisition
While I can’t wait to see Kotick out of there, I hate that he will be doing it with a Scrooge McDuck smile as swims in a pool of money from this deal. He’ll be laughing his way to the bank. With that said, I’m excited to see what Activision looks like under Spencer.
Re: Report Suggests Ubisoft Could Be 'The Next Big Gaming Acquisition'
@Rangers420 I wish fans would stop encouraging buyouts in general, it’s not a pro consumer move, but for some reason fans like to pretend it is.
Re: Reminder: You Can Now Watch Halo On Paramount With Free Game Pass Perk
@demian I definitely like that take on it, looking at it from that perspective it changes my opinion on it.
Outside of a few choices they made I more or less enjoyed it. Sure, it had some jank to it, but overall it was fun. I’m reserving the fact that I hated there was a human on the Covenant until I see how it pans out, I’m all for creative liberties if it makes sense and pans out in a cool way, so I’m hoping that’s the case here.
Re: Reminder: You Can Now Watch Halo On Paramount With Free Game Pass Perk
@demian I apparently missed that, I was only able to half pay attention to it while I watched it. I don’t disagree that it isn’t worse than any other overrated show lately. I didn’t love it but I certainly didn’t hate it, I’ll keep watching to see where it goes.
Re: Reminder: You Can Now Watch Halo On Paramount With Free Game Pass Perk
@BartoxTharglod you perfectly summed up my feelings on it. There were some parts I enjoyed, some parts I didn’t and some I just felt were complete cringe worthy. I wouldn’t say the show was bad, I liked it enough to stick with it, some of the special effects, sound effects and swapping perspective just didn’t do it for me. I also really didn’t like how the mounted turret did nothing against the Elites when the general was using it, but as soon as Chief picked it up it shredded them in seconds. There were some very strange choices made that’s for sure.
Re: Deals: All 60+ Backwards Compatible Games In This Week's Xbox Sales (March 22-28)
@Qphlat27 I’ve only played a bit of Manhunt but I did enjoy what I played, but Prey and Spec Ops the Line are absolute steals at those prices and I can recommend either enough.
Re: Multiple Unannounced Ubisoft Games Revealed In Huge New Report
Ubi will not have my attention until I hear Child of Light 2 gets announced!
Re: Hands On: The Skywalker Saga Is LEGO Star Wars At Its Very Best
I can’t wait to play this with my five year old
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (March 19-20)
Elden Ring, then probably some Elden Ring with a side of Elden Ring.
Re: Incredible Hogwarts Legacy Gameplay Shows A Huge World Of Wizardry
This looks like it’s going to be everything gamer HP have wanted
Re: Halo's Live-Action Scores Second Official Trailer, Here's A Look
@Vepra thank you for being a rational person. My coworker was going on and on about all the things they “got wrong.” Personally, I don’t need or want a 1:1 recreation, as long as a lot of the main concepts are there and it’s good I’m happy. We have the game and it’s story, we don’t need this show to be that but in video format, if they were just going to follow it in the same way I’d rather just play the game.
Re: Konami Is Releasing TMNT: The Cowabunga Collection On Xbox
I can’t wait to play this with my five year old! Though, I’m not looking forward to the dam level… I still have PTSD in water levels thanks to that level.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (March 5-6)
I’m still chugging away at Horizon Forbidden West, I’m about halfway through it.
Re: Review: Elden Ring - FromSoftware's Crowning Achievement
I can’t wait to play this, but first, I must finish Horizon Forbidden West.