Microsoft buying Rare only to sit on all that unused IP is one of the most frustrating acquisitions I’ve ever seen. If Rare are so nervous the audience isn’t there then why not start smaller with a remake of the first game?
Think I'll wait for a sale or subscription service for this one. Are the microtransactions/season pass very invasive or necessary to get the most out of the game?
"I do think there's a different expectation for a game, even a team, when you've been third party and all of a sudden you become part of first party. There's a different expectation in terms of how you're going to perform on our console."
No, Phil. People expect good games regardless of them being first or third party. Not ones which are rushed out, full of bugs and lacking in basic features like 60FPS.
If you're going to ask people for $70 then gamers don't expect to be treated as beta testers.
My biggest gaming disappointment of the year. Played for a few hours and got bored of the stupid puzzles and dreadful lead character. I was expecting more of an action-shooter and it really failed to deliver.
I was so disappointed with this. The world building was incredible and I expected a cool mix of Control and Wolfenstein but it was just a very boring execution with a dreadful protagonist.
I really can't see them shadow dropping it. They'd be better off announcing a deluxe edition in September, building some hype and then releasing it in November or so.
Why are developers pushing so many titles into February specifically? Surely a steady stream of releases is better for all companies so their sales don't cannibalise one another.
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Re: Xbox Games With Gold For August 2023 Announced
@Dan1283 Full stops exist for a reason.
Re: Xbox Exec Responds To 'Confusion' About Elden Ring And Game Pass
@Alex79uk I want to play it but worried the difficulty will be too much so a Game Pass release would be the ideal scenario for me.
Re: As Banjo Kazooie Turns 25, Xbox Is Still Keeping Us Waiting For A Revival
Microsoft buying Rare only to sit on all that unused IP is one of the most frustrating acquisitions I’ve ever seen. If Rare are so nervous the audience isn’t there then why not start smaller with a remake of the first game?
Re: Review: LEGO 2K Drive - An Open World Racer Where Side Missions Shine
Think I'll wait for a sale or subscription service for this one. Are the microtransactions/season pass very invasive or necessary to get the most out of the game?
Re: Phil Spencer Says Xbox 'Needs To Improve' Its Development Process
"I do think there's a different expectation for a game, even a team, when you've been third party and all of a sudden you become part of first party. There's a different expectation in terms of how you're going to perform on our console."
No, Phil. People expect good games regardless of them being first or third party. Not ones which are rushed out, full of bugs and lacking in basic features like 60FPS.
If you're going to ask people for $70 then gamers don't expect to be treated as beta testers.
Re: Atomic Heart's First DLC Teased For Summer 2023 Release On Xbox
My biggest gaming disappointment of the year. Played for a few hours and got bored of the stupid puzzles and dreadful lead character. I was expecting more of an action-shooter and it really failed to deliver.
Re: Microsoft Reveals Frustration With Group Of 'Gamers' Trying To Sue Over Xbox Deal
These gamers really need to go outside and touch some grass. The console wars at its worst.
Re: Xbox Game Pass Helps Atomic Heart Reach 5 Million Players In Under A Month
I was so disappointed with this. The world building was incredible and I expected a cool mix of Control and Wolfenstein but it was just a very boring execution with a dreadful protagonist.
Re: Here's What Was Revealed At The Paradox Announcement Show 2023
Great to see a new Cities game announced but that trailer is poor. It could literally be for anything. Show us gameplay you cowards.
Re: Shadow Warrior 3: Definitive Edition Doesn't Seem Very 'Definitive' On Xbox Series S
How does the Series X version perform?
Re: Microsoft Will Defend Its Xbox Activision Blizzard Deal In EU Court Hearing Next Week
Hopefully then we won't have to hear anymore about it.
Re: Review: SpongeBob SquarePants: The Cosmic Shake - Another Lazy Outing For Everyone's Favourite Sea Sponge
The reviews seem to be varying wildly. I really enjoyed Bikini Bottom so will wait for a hefty discount before trying this for myself.
Re: Xbox Series X|S 2022 Console Sales Grow In Europe, Other Platforms Down On 2021
I wonder what the X/S split is.
Re: Activision's Spyro Developer Posts Subtle Hint As Anniversary Looms
I'd love a new Spyro but I thought Toys for Bob only worked on Call of Duty now?
Re: Xbox Is Offering 'Buy One, Get One Free' On Select EA Games This January
You had me until I saw "EA" in the title.
Re: Report: Redfall Targeting May 2023 Release On Xbox Game Pass
If true, I can't see Starfield releasing in the first half of the year given these are the two biggest exclusives coming in 2023.
Re: 10 Random 'Gamers' Are Suing Microsoft Over The Activision Blizzard Deal
These people need to get a life.
Re: Phil Spencer Gives Praise To One Of The Best Xbox Game Pass Surprises Of 2022
@EliJapan I don't think this site even reviewed Tinykin.
Re: Metacritic Reveals The 10 Worst-Rated Video Games Of 2022
@anoyonmus Looking at Metacritic I think they meant to say the PS5 version.
Re: SEGA Responds As Sonic Frontiers Suffers Performance Issue On Xbox Series S
I for one as shocked at a badly optimised Sonic port.
Re: Microsoft Announces Age Of Mythology: Retold For PC Game Pass
This was one of my favourite games as a kid, really hoping it comes to consoles
Re: Fallout 4 Free Xbox Series X And S Upgrade Announced For 2023
Great news, I've never played Fallout 4 so I'll definitely put it on my list for next year.
Re: Six Games Are Confirmed For Xbox Game Pass In November 2022 So Far
Humankind looks interesting, would like to see some more gameplay.
Re: Xbox's Latest Insider Update Adds Ability To Mute Console Startup Sounds
I always think the Series X startup noise sounds like when Mario collects a coin.
Re: Xbox Is Finally Making It Easier To Find 'Free Play Days' Games
I've honestly never heard of this feature so more visibility for it can only be a good thing.
Re: Age Of Empires IV Free Anniversary Update Adds Two More Civilizations
I really wish they'd give this a console release.
Re: Rumour: Immortals Fenyx Rising Spotted For Xbox Game Pass
Terrific game, I'd suggest everyone check it out. The humour wasn't to my taste but the gameplay loop is really fun.
Re: PSA: Deathloop Could Potentially Hit Xbox Game Pass In Under A Month
I really can't see them shadow dropping it. They'd be better off announcing a deluxe edition in September, building some hype and then releasing it in November or so.
Re: Deliver Us Mars Has Been Delayed To 2023, Including On Xbox
Why are developers pushing so many titles into February specifically? Surely a steady stream of releases is better for all companies so their sales don't cannibalise one another.
Re: Killer Instinct Dev Releases 'RumbleVerse', A New Free-To-Play Brawler On Xbox
Don't know why they didn't delay this a few weeks until the hype around Multiversus dies down. Dreadful time to launch a new F2P fighter.
Re: Xbox's Next Competitor Could Be An 'NFT Games Console', Apparently
I doubt the people making this even know what an "NFT console" is.
Re: Nightdive Releases New Gameplay Trailer For System Shock Remake
That voiceover was super annoying but overall it looks great. Is this coming to consoles or just PC?
Re: 'Star Wars Jedi: Survivor' Is Supposedly The Sequel To Fallen Order
Let's just hope they remove a lot of the tedious backtracking from the first game.
Re: Xbox's Phil Spencer Shares Kind Words About Former Nintendo Boss
@Pigrotto I'm sure Reggie will be ok without your personal sympathies.
Re: Review: Tunic - This Zelda-Esque Adventure Was Worth The Wait
@PJOReilly How many hours did it take to complete?