OldgamerDave

@Green-Bandit It turns out that JB is my uncle, and I can confirm it:
all I...(cleans throat)... he wishes for is a FREE next-gen update for RDR1 and RDR2. And nothing else!

@Kaloudz Bro, Ghostwire is a perfect to me - tokusatsu, anime and the Japanese culture are pretty popular in Brazil, considering the big presence of Japanese colonies scattered in most big capitals - so, I grew up fascinated by all things oriental!
Not only this immersion in modern day Tokyo, but also, the deep folklore and vibrant color palette...this game is "chef kiss" to me.
I haven't finished it yet, but my initial impressions are great. And one more time, in my opinion, games...well, most products and services are NOT made for everyone, but for specific, target audiences- and in this case, lovers of the nipponic culture will feel right at home.

@Kaloudz Man, I've been busy with my family/ jobs (plural)! But I'm still around! Bro, what a coincidence: I'm playing and having a blast with Ghostwire! In fact, I've barely got time for gaming, so I guess when I play something, I try to have as much fun as I can get, with flaws and all. Anyway, talk to you soon, mate!

@Kaloudz Hey, man! We talked about this one a couple of months ago. Some fellows like us were hyped for Redfall. I downloaded it and gave it a shot last night, and I've gotta say: I'm enjoying it for what it is on my Series S too!
Definitely the game has got its flaws, but I was waiting for some mindless vampire slaying, and that's what I've got.
I don't know, mate, but recently I've taken a different stance on games and films: I judge them for what they ARE, and not for what they "SHOULD" be.
It's either that, or my age has lowered my standards! Sometimes I think people are just hard to please.
But, to each their own (I guess that's the saying - I'm not a native English speaker)!

@AtlanteanMan Man, my thoughts exactly: I was watching the trailer in awe, during lunchtime today...until the "MMORPG" stuff. Then, I just finished eating quietly.

@GodofCapcom Man, before I go back to work, I need to say that your nickname and avatar are just the best, because they took me back to the 90's, when I first finished what Street Fighter II that I had at hand: a bootleg copy for NES, probably from Chun-li's land! Bro, not only that, but if you jumped, paused the game and pressed any random button, your opponent would be immediately KOed.
Good times. Sorry for the rambling!

Funny thing is that all this soap opera watching, I mean this big deal thing, almost feels like a game. A poorly-optimized one, but still...
That aside, you guys should check out the new GP game: Benedict Fox "something" (too lazy to search) - I've quickly tested it on my phone via xcloud and it seems promising for metroidvania fans like myself!

@Link41x Gotta say, my friend: your effort to beat games on the Vita is one that I can relate to, but Windows phone is really both parts cool and a mad quest!
Nothing modern? Aren't you into newer stuff, or just a vintage gamer?
That said, I've played Soul Sacrifice Delta on the Vita some time ago and it still holds up pretty well!
Happy gaming, mate!

Where are the fighting fans?! Guys, Guilty Gear is pure art and solid mechanics. I've been playing it on GP, but I'll definitely pick it up (DLCs and all), as soon as I've got the funds for that.
On a side note, I've bounced away from Atomic Heart: I was simply having no fun with it, as hard as I tried to...Has it ever happened to you, guys? I mean, being hyped and then, after some hours with a game, you simply stopped caring?

@JayJ I see! Thanks for the info, friend. I'm going to change the voices to Russian and see it for myself, then.

@JayJ Hey, mate! Would you please clarify something regarding Atomic Heart's English voices? Is it that bad? I'm Brazilian, so, obviously, I'm not an English native speaker. What exactly is the problem here? Could you give me some details?

@Garamari Thanks, man. That's what I feared, to be honest. This game was on my radar since last year, when they showed some gameplay, probably running on a high-end pc, all things considered.
Well, when it comes to GP, I'll give it a go. Eventually.

Guys, is it as bad as they're saying it is, on Xbox Series S? I mean, from a technical perspective? Do any of you have some hands-on experience?

Excellent. I've been waiting for this one a long time! I really hope the community can have a great time with it!

Brainless, but not soulless! This type of game is my cup of tea. AA for the win!

More Brutal Legend. Enough said.

@Kaloudz Thanks, mate! I've been working hard these days, but there's always time for some gaming, especially in good company. Have a nice one, brother!

@Kaloudz At your service, brother! It's nothing. I've seen some of your comments, and you seem a pretty cool guy!
Hey, I'm busy during weekdays, but I'm playing MH Rise, especially during weekends. Add me up as a friend on Xbox Live, man: OldgamerDM - it will be useful when we get to hunt vampire fools in May too.
By the way, there are some decent fellows here, and I'm reasonably new around, so I haven't seen where their gamertags are. Is there a place to share this, or invite people for some gameplay?

@Tharsman You've basically described my profile there. I know 2022 wasn't a good year, from a 1st party perspective, but honestly, Gamepass got me covered. Including my personal goty, Deathloop, that I wouldn't be able to enjoy, if it remained on PS5.

@Kaloudz Bro, about Deathloop, let me share a few thoughts that may increase your fun:

• Don't feel discouraged by dying- even if it feels like you're facing impossible odds - you'll get there; you've got this.
• The plot will get more and more enjoyable and clear, as you progress.
• If you're feeling frustrated, don't force yourself another go during the same session- maybe alternate it with a simpler game to compensate that.
• You can change difficulty and even increase the maximum number of deaths per day, taking the pressure of your back, if you feel like just enjoying things in your own pace.
  Sorry for the long reply, but I really enjoyed the game, so if I can help you find some good entertainment with it, I'll be glad, friend.

@Kaloudz Yup. In Deathloop there's a clear reference, from an antique (by the end of the game) that is definitely from Dishonored. Finish the game and you'll notice clearly what I'm talking about, but I won't spoil it for you!

@Kaloudz Man, after watching the video more carefully now, I'm even more into it, especially because they've said that everything has been hand-crafted - I've been getting tired of the procedurally-generated trend.
Also, speculation time: do you think this world is the same one from Dishonored and Deathloop, perhaps the future?

@Kaloudz Man, I share your enthusiasm: I'm a long time Arkane fan, having finished Dishonored on the 360, XONE and downloading it today on my Series S! When May comes, I hope we can slay some blood suckers together!

One of my best gaming memories is from MHW, when I finished the story solo: it felt really great to kill the final boss all by myself - wife and kid sleeping, I was all alone, way past the reasonable bedtime.
Now, I've already spent some 10ish hours with Rise, and I'm feeling it will be just as epic!
Add me up, guys: OldgamerDM. We may go hunting together sometime soon!

@Tharsman Still, the fact that you work as a dev brings a higher level of understanding on the topic, that I won't pretend to possess. Anyway, thanks for sharing your thoughts: it helps me to have a more informed opinion on the "xbox has no games" issue.

@Tharsman Another deep insight, friend! I saw in one of your comments you saying that you're a developer - and that changes things in my book. I'll follow your comments closer and hopefully learn more about this field. Cheers!

@somnambulance I'm on the same boat: I've been on Xbox since the 360 days, and I still trust them, but the clock's ticking and many veterans may be very close to the edge, depending on how 2023 turns out to be. But again: I really hope this will FINALLY be Xbox's moment to shine!

@Tharsman Thanks for the fresh perspective, friend. I know you can't "rush art", still... half a decade seems a lot for fans to wait.
But then again, MS has virtually unlimited funds. So, maybe they could expand their teams, promote a higher level of integration and optimization of tasks, without necessarily crunch... THAT is the challenge of MS leadership!

@somnambulance Man, you've said it all! I've never been into the backstage of the industry, I was just an average guy who was into gaming. And while I've been quite satisfied with Gamepass, I always felt something was a bit "off" with Microsoft, since the end of the Xbox One era (I got one late, by 2019, I guess).
Now, in 2023, after owning a Series S for a yearvand a half and after been around this website for some time, I realize how unacceptable the situation is: MS's gaming division is a multi-billion operation, and still, they can't show consistent, original, quality content?
I wonder what they're lacking...talent, motivation, leadership, or a sum of all those?
Or perhaps they're satisfied with the 3rd place and that's it?
Regardless, I'll still support MS for a bit more, but honestly, if the PS5 wasn't so damn expensive here in Brazil, I guess I would've already pulled the trigger.
Well, 2023 is supposed to be THE year for Xbox, right?

@LordFunkalot Exactly that, man! I'd like to play it sooner than later, but my heart couldn't take another CP2077. But then again, they've got no Keanu Reeves, so even if Starfield end up as a flop (which I really hope not), it won't hurt as much, lol

@themightyant Thanks for the analysis, man. Now I understand better the "Xbox has no games" context. And I think every consumer is entitled to their opinion.
But still...I'm eating well with GP, lol!

@themightyant Thanks, mate! I just needed a genuine recommendation to finally try it. Gonna download it today!

@Kaloudz I'm with you: my Series S is my next-gen machine, and while I've got no extra funds for a Series X, I'm happy with it!

@themightyant Arkane games are more of an acquired taste: at first, I didn't like Dishonored 1, on the Xbox 360, then, I tried it again on my Series S, and I've even finished without killing guys, ninja style! The same goes for Deathloop, which I initially dropped, then, after some days, I returned and played it exclusively, for weeks.
However, I've never played Prey... would you recommend it?
And yeah, I share your opinion: Redfall will be day 1 on GP, so, it's a win in my book too.

@Tharsman You've got a solid point there: I can't remember when was the last time I played something exclusive on my Xbox. Maybe Forza Horizon 4? It doesn't bother me at all, but I understand it might bother hardcore fans. I live in Brazil and for my budget, Gamepass and the Series S are the best deal ever!

@FatalBubbles I see. They're right, then.
I don't usually keep up with the new stuff - I've been playing The Witcher 3 and Persona 5R for the last months.

Maybe I'm too old, too busy, or both, but I can't understand when people say that Xbox/ Gamepass have got no games! My struggle is actually to have TIME to play so much cool stuff. That said, it's Monster Hunter Rise time for me - for a couple of months, at least!

@Titntin I tend to agree with you: it does seem cheap and a bit lifeless, from a presentation perspective. However, maybe we should take a look...I mean, it's on GP, so what's the risk?

Aaaaaand...another fine exemplar goes to the ever growing list of the "games that I'll never play".

As a historian, I've gotta say, all pre-Columbian civilizations are deeply interesting, from a cultural and technical perspective. However, as a father, I especially despise the Aztecs and their human sacrifices, which included, but were not limited to children. Ubisoft needs to tread carefully here...

@Darylb88 Persona 5 is coming in October, man - I'm really excited for it, maybe you should take a look as well. You can't go wrong with the Judgement franchise too! Tales of Arise is another - chef kiss - game.
Any other Japanese recommendations for a fellow fan?

I'm a working-class, middle-aged man (30's), proud dad of 2 young kids and tough Brazilian guy. That's my short resumé. That said, the Series S is not the best choice, but the ONLY viable one, from a financial and practical perspective for my lifestyle. In other words, in order to get a PS5/ XSX, I'd have to fork almost a month of hard-earned cash; as for the XSS, I got it for almost a third of the price at a local retail store. I must say it: I couldn't be happier with my little white toaster! I'm a single-player/ off-line only gamer, and Gamepass has got my back. I'm really grateful that gaming this gen has been made more accessible to more people, mainly due to Microsoft's entry-level strategy.

Guys, I saw 68gb on my Series S last night. Anybody else, or was I just too tired?

I took it for a spin last year on my old PS4, it was a bit buggy/ blurry, but fun nonetheless. There's definitely some potential there! I'll surely double-dip on my Series S later on .

@Sakisa it already did! I mean, the art is not so bad on this one, but it's honestly a bit too generic for my taste as well.

@somnambulance indeed, friend: one of the finest games of the year. And again: if not for Gamepass, probably I'd let it pass me by.

Guys, it's been at the same time a joyride and a trip down the memory lane. Let me share it with you: growing up poor, in a country where videogames are a luxury, I can remember going to arcades just to WATCH guys play; eventually, when I got a coin, it'd be over so quickly that I'd go back home bummed, to say the least. Now, to be able to finally PLAY it, as one of the guys, is honestly awesome. Have you people ever experienced this in gaming? It feels sweet!

Finally. 5R's soundtrack is just...chef kiss!

I've been playing Sniper Elite 4, and as a first timer in the series, I really recommend it for stealth/action fans. It gives me Dishonored vibes: I always have a plan, which inevitably fails, and then it's just some mad killing fools' time!
I'm taking my time, so when I get to SE5 it will have been updated quite a few times, as games usually get released in rough shape these days.

@Kooky_Daisuke I'm sorry about your loss, friend. As someone who had to do the same, I feel your pain. And you're right: gaming can be a good way to keep yourself sane, if done right. God bless you, Mr.