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Wow, Robocop for 6 bucks. That's hard to pass up

I wish them every success, and hope their growth plans are smart and sustainable.

If this has River Raid and Megamania, my plans for tonight may have just changed

Not surprised, this seemed more of a nostalgia well people can go to when they feel like it, rather than something people would be expected to finish as quickly as possible

I have, and bounce between, all 3 of the consoles but for the past few years have used series S as my primary system. This is because of gamepass, rewards, and I think it has my favorite of the 3 controllers in terms of comfort for long sessions. Worth it for me

I'd like to get one, if only for mario kart with the kids. But it will probably be a while before they are readily available. Instead, I just committed to an entry level gaming pc - my son had been interested in PC, and I've been tempted for s while. I mean, both pc gamepass and the storied steam sales? Sounds pretty nice

How can it not be a monopoly when -everything - is an Xbox!?
I can picture the cork board with string, news articles about switch 2 and gta6, everything pointing to a picture of a 360 in the middle

@Bmartin001 they were added to game pass standard. Still in ultimate, I think

Fun game! I purchased for series S soon after initial xbox release and really enjoyed it.

That description of Peglin doesn't really do it justice: I have it on Switch, played a decent amount. Very fun peggle-like gameplay, rogue lite mechanics (choose your boons, etc.). Similar to Roundguard but much simpler and easier to pick up, in my opinion (no shade on Roundguard, also very fun game)

Otherwise, very excited for Towerborne

Wow, the marketing campaign paid off!

@PsBoxSwitchOwner I guess it would be an attempted shadow drop, foiled by leakers? If there is no marketing prior to release, I guess it is still technically a shadow drop.

Will it be bundled with Titanfall 3 and the Metroid Prime 2 and 3 remasters inside sources are sure exist?

Avowed is the only game released this year I have played so far. Had a great time with older releases like Redacted, Steamworld Heist 2 and Dave the Diver. Looking forward to starting South of Midnight soon

Mario Kart is essentially 50 if you buy the bundle. Not sure of quantity for the bundle or if it will be only available for a short window, but if I buy a switch 2, I'll do the bundle and not pay full price.

The bigger question for me is if they charge 80 and then charge for future course or character expansions, or if anything would be included (or no planned dlc) Because I've paid, what, 75 total for the base game plus the course pack for mario kart 8 deluxe

@ZYDIO Bing limited my starches after doing extensive searches on types of potatoes

What does the South of Midnight upgrade actually contain? On the store or just says something generic like digital upgrades

@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