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@jesse_dylan I'm glad it's not just me

@Blurd I'm playing on series S, no bug issues so far. Most of my play time was last weekend so maybe already benefitted from some patches. I'm about 20 hours in and moved on to the second area after finishing with Paradys (playing slowly, I guess)

I enjoy the game quite a bit so far, solid 8, maybe 9 from my time in it

Sounds similar to the PS UI? I pretty much ignore it on PS, but always nice to see new things

@M20B25 I just rolled credits on Dave the Diver on switch last week. Such a fun game. Really hope it comes to xbox soon, with all the odd dlc and cross overs. It would be a fantastic game pass addition. Playable steam version on xbox would be nice

Hades 2
Many other indies, but the big one would be Hades 2 early access

@dskatter. It means a million people cared enough to have bought or subbed and played the game early in the launch period? That seems reasonable enough to celebrate, even if a handful of those people then refund it. I personally did not buy it and very unlikely to do, too much backlog. But it looks cool. If it was on gamepass I'd download it

I have been playing Like A Dragon on and off for years. It was one of the first games I downloaded from game pass, with dead cells and Psychonauts 2. I think I'm on chapter 10 or so. Not sure if I'll buy it to finish (someday) or just say goodbye and start Infinite Wealth

@Westernwolf4 I played Lamplighters on series S at launch and stopped due to crashes. I went back months later after multiple patches. It was better at first, I got deeper into the campaign, but ultimately crashes would not let me finish. I don't know if it is better on X or PC. I really liked it, so it was disappointing. Honestly, though, I highly recommend starting a playthrough just to see the first few hours

A game publisher committed to making games? Radical, but it just might work

Glad to see the sales success! Looks like moving the release paid off nicely, especially when AC Shadows moved away again. I have not started yet, trying to finish a couple others first, but very much looking forward to it

@beltmenot my guess is either this team was responsible for something in earlier development that is no longer needed (extra help for specific deliverables) or was replaced by expanding another team in a lower cost region

Makes sense, and I am glad to hear it. However, we keep seeing that doing well is no guarantee of studio security under the bigger banner of EA, Ubi, Activision / Microsoft, etc.

Has someone from the site team previewed these, or are they picked based on the trailer and marketing blurb included?

Is Mutants Unleashed the roguelite? There have been so many turtle games, I get them confused, but I was curious about the roguelike one

I think most of these games got a lot of attention, including some game of the year nominations. But a little more love never hurts. I have not tried any myself. I was too afraid Balatro would take over my life, and the others for various reasons. I will play Neva at some point, I have it wishlisted for when I have a backlog break. But they all look to be fantastic quality!

After some time where nithing was really hitting my personal preferences, my only issue with these releases is pacing. I can only play so much, I'm just one person! Eternal Strands, Citizen Sleeper 2 and Avowed all in rapid succession is a lot of game. Some others sound like maybes, but doubt I will have time to try them

@PhileasFragg Sorry, I accessed while in the store on console. Not sure if that makes a difference, or like you said it is not universal. I'm in US region, if it might be regional only

Sounds great, I like a good vampire game!

@PhileasFragg one way is to to search any of the games you already know are part of the deal. Braid Anniversary is on my wishlist, and I was able to access the deal through that.

I did not take the offer. Anything I was interested in goes on sale for same or better prices, and I bought too much over the holidays already

I started Road 96 last night, and some Steamworld Heist 2 this morning. Probably continue a little of both through the weekend

@Titntin I was listening to triple click podcast and in one episode they mentioned being able to change sensitivity setting or the ratio or something to deal with motion sickness with Indy, assuming that's what you mean by making you ill so there may be help out there online if you really want to play it.

As for me, Indy didn't click, but I have been looking forward to a good old fashioned rpg, cannot wait for Avowed

I used to chase achievements and such for full rewards points but recently stopped and just play what I want, when I want, rather than doing chores for points. I'll plan to keep on with this approach and any points will be a happy bonus to playing fun games on GP. Luke, once Avowed releases, I should get the 5 days 15 minutes without issue.

I would like to see Everwild and a hint of what's coming from DoubleFine

@FraserG just wanted to say I think the article was clear, your comments have been very clear, and I enjoy the site. Keep up the good work in 25!

@jesse_dylan I'm playing Dragonfall now, liking it so far. I just finished the big transition after saving up enough cash for the Intel I needed. Not sure how far in that is

For me,
Bramble
Dordogne
Jusant
Shadowrun Returns
Solar Ash
The Last Case of Benedict Fox
Return to Grace
Cult of the Lamb
A Little to the Left
Lamplighters League (technically did not finish, had recurring crash issues in the last third, but loved the game)
Open Roads
Little Kitty, Big City
Botany Manor
Case of the Golden Idol
McPixel 3
Creatures of Ava
Dungeons of Hinterberg
While the Iron Is Hot

And a few on:
Switch (Howl, Murder By Numbers, Peglin)
PS (Ghost of Tsushima, Astro Bot)

I've been keeping lists of games and books completed for a few years now, and it is fun to look back

Wow, not sure if I have time this weekend, but Slitterhead looks cool and I'd love to try before buying

@Ricky-Spanish I'm guessing it has something to do with making them ferocious in a fight people are gambling on, or something similar?

@Ricky-Spanish Exactly. I bought my Series S as a gamepass machine and there is a decent chance I would do it again next gen. Just, let's not have another GP price hike for a little while...

@JaffeGaffe not sure what you mean about copying Playstation? Hellblade 2 was not the first xbox exclusive. Or am I missing your point? Did you mean compared to what seems like their current, more multi platform approach. I say seems like because as in the thread quoted in the article, it varies by game - as far as currently announced. Obviously evolving rapidly. (Also, I grant xbox exclusive is incorrect since they always launch on pc)

Alan Wake 2 for 30 usd.... I have been adding to the backlog quite a bit lately, may have to add a bit more. I think Thaumaturge is still on sale for a few more days, so maybe both...

Great news! Do we know if the season characters are un locked from the start or you have to finish the main game and grind season pass content to unlock them? I had read that when Joker was released you had to grind to unlock him regardless of where you were in game, but I hadn't checked since. It is still unlikely I ever play this game, but if I did I would probably want to try deathstroke out of the gate

@AlwaysPlaying thanks, that's what I was thinking. Hopefully 1.0 will come out early in 2025 on console

Did Towerborne get officially delayed into 2025?

I recently did the first 2 chapters of The Quarry. May try to quickly finish it, fun so far

Metal slug is the only one I played. I've owned Spyro for a long time, and the others aren't my style (I may try 9 Sols). But there was something for everyone this month

@dskatter Yes, I ordered Prince of Persia disc for 15 usd and saw sand land for 20 on Amazon. Almost got Sand Land but did Infinite Wealth for 25 instead. Doubt I have time for LaDIW, let alone both

I'm tempted to re-purchase Midnight Suns for that price, or just gift it to random people. Such a good game.

I really was looking forward to this game but when I heard it was largely stealth based I held off, just not my sort of gameplay. This sounds more like Ghost of Tsushima where for most missions if you fail at stealth it is no big deal, and I am very interested again, will probably pick it up soon! Amazing how much post launch support this got. With hindsight, wish they had just delayed it and launched this way

Not sure I'll have time to try it, but exciting the Obelisk game has an early trial. Was that one a featured indie partnership with MS? I feel like it was on my radar, but maybe confusing it with something else

Did the original have a character using a drunken style? When this franchise is mentioned all that comes to mind is an old man with a liquor jug on his thumb. Don't know if I have that right though. But, either way good for them and fans of the series!

After hearing preview thoughts from various sources (especially Kinda Funny Gamescast which had a good episode on it), I am not super excited for Indy, as I am not sure the gameplay is for me, but will definitely try it out. I may tryStalker2 to see if it clicks for me, but flight sim is not for me

I just downloaded, excited to try it! I like tactics games, and Rogue lites, so sounds perfect. I have no history with Metal Slug but it looks good

Awesome! I had in my head that this was a GP game but when It was announced without mention of GP I thought I must be wrong, or things changed. This is great news, I love tactics titles and was debating what to play next.

Does this have any in-game utility, like a booze Amiibo? If it did, I might buy it. If not, that idea is yours now, SoCo, use it well

@IGN_Commenter very similar for me. I feel like a lot of the smaller games and Indies debut on Switch, so I get them there. I generally use my xbox series s for gamepass and the occasional sale game. PS5 for exclusives (so far, just 2) and occasional disc based games on sale

Well, I can't come up with anything nice to say, so just posting that it sure is autumn weather today.

@Darylb88 I have heard conjecture on a podcast I listen to. It makes sense to move it, but maybe they worry if they keep making changes that makes it look like they don't have faith. I really look forward to Avowed, it sounds like my type of game

@KillerBoy sorry, it has been delayed til 38. And Assassin's Duty is launching the same day, so that might shift

@somnambulance thanks for the clarification. Not disagreeing that this did not make waves, but it is still on my list. Personally I'd like to see it show up on gamepass, or may pick up in a sale.