Man lumen is such a ressource hog it seems. But then again even with an rtx 4080 super the game has performance problems atleast for me. Cpupled with incredibly difficult bosses and well I stopped after getting to the desert rat boss. It'll stay that way and go on my games I'll never finish pile. Also won't be getting their next game.
If the new tomb raider fails, then I feel its by bye for the team. I hope it doesn't come to that. But if you'd have told me that perfect dark would be canceled, I would've said no way. Now look were we are at. Here's hoping....
Dont get me wrong, this game as come an insane way. But I still experience texture bugs especially with the flashlight. Now It also has a black screen issue? Idk it feels.liek the more they add the more broken the spaghetti code becomes. At this point I feel its overcooked.....
@AndroidBango WTF......after all the years of waiting and development hell just to hamstring the release like this. Just looked up the article and that pricing kills it completely. GG devs. GG
Im done with new consoles. I have ps5, series x amd the switch 2. Im set. If anythign I'll focus on pc gaming and that's it. The hobby has become way too expensive to be getting in early.
Nah I'm not getting it now. Will wait for BF6 instead. Though I did like the beta I'm still gonna wait on how the campaign is and how many bugs they've fixed. The beta had some really concerning issues.
Playing on pc and despite a few visual bugs and a few issues regarding spawns, I'm having a blast. Now if they keept true to their word and don't add outlandish skins then I'll most likely get it
Oh look it's multiplatform concord๐..... Seriously they plagiarized a core visual element of this game. I cant see this lasting more than a year. The reception so far has been largely negative. Hopefully under stricter guidance Bungie can make a comeback otherwise it may be the next big closure.....
I will wait for the inevitable buggyines of Battlefield to be somewhat patched before jumping in. No interest in cod anymore since they are going the fortnite way of too cartoony skins. Though it fits more in fortnite than cod
You know whhat would help in getting me interested/getting me to form my own opinion? Tell me what the game is about.....
Edit: just watched the teaser "trailer". What a nothingburger. Seriously this reminds me of that one Unreal Engine Tech Demo were they were talking about facial animations. There is nothing there to duscuss or be excited about. If this trailer didn't have Kojimas name attached it would be looked at as a vaporware thing.....
@Kaloudz well said. It feel like we are heading for a gamecrash if that makes sense or maybe even entertainment crash. Bloating budgets on unrealistic timeframes and technology that isnt quite there yet. I also think that game engines have suffered due to upscaling. Sure upscaling helps but it feels like without it engines run inefficient. Even with upscaling, performance seems to suffer alot of the time. I mean look at Unreal Engine 5. On paper it sounds like a powerhouse. In actuality it seems to run horrible on most systems. Well not much can be done as a consumer except giving feeback and "voting" with our wallets. Then again there's always the indie scene and AA space to keep an eye on. I also think that sometimes expectations are too high, I know I am "guilty" of hyping up a game for myself just to be disappointed.
I think i got sick from the hypocrisy and tone deafness on display here. Wow. Are we sire Nadella is a Human or is he an AI Bot? Hard to tell.....
Edit: He's slowly eroding any goodwill I have with Microsoft and Xbox.
@HonestHick yeah, the fortnitetification of shooters is ridiculous. What happened to arcady yet still serious shooters? Remember cod world at war? Now its all neon skins and cartoon characters. It just ruins the aesthetic.
"But also, donโt announce games when theyโre still half baked. If thereโs no clear delivery path, no realistic scope, just donโt show it yet. Hype with no follow through burns trust both for fans and the studio inside." I and several other have said this for years. Show things when they are ready. But no, nowadays you show things that have a launch window of god knows when. You really thi k I keep track of your gsme for years? Nope I don't, infact Im sure there are many games announced that I forgot about because they've showed nothing but a teaser or a Logo.
@Millionski Oh GOD don't get me started on AI. Sure it has it uses and a place to exist in. But the push for it to take over entire aspects of creation is more than worrying.
For me it was also the turning point for Xbox. As in now they feel like a headless chicken. No plan just one day this the next day this. Considering the mass layoffs this just leaves a very bitter taste in my mouth. Now I'm not saying that the acquisition was by airself the sole reason for the layoffs. But I'm sure it played a big part. Also yes layoffs happen but this is really shwoing the mismanagement at xbox. Now if we add the whole gamepass discussion and it's looking kinda gloomy around xbox. Can they sway opinion back to a more positive one? I don't know. Man I'm a downer today jeez. Here's some positivity: I'm wishing all of you a nice day and good health๐
@Millionski yeah my.focus will shift to pc as I've recently upgrsded mine. Between pc and now the switch 2 I'm happy as can be for now. My PS5 is just kinda existing along my series x.
Ah yes, the "insiders" who are more wrong than right. Cam we stop giving these rumormongers attention? As for the topic at hand. It seems clear to me that Microsoft has no idea what to do with Xbox. Evefchanging plans. The whole closure thing (same to you sony). The way it was communicated (see the john romero studio fiasco). Cancelling numerous projects which were apparently far along... The whole everything is an xbox thing(Im'm neutral on this). What is going on at Microsoft?
I would type my.thoughts here but considering the harsh language I'd use, I'd get banned. Instead let's say that his post greatly displeases me and I wish him alot of mental fatigue aswell as no social net to help him. Then he'll realise what a stupid post he made and what a disgusting stance he took. As someone that has struggled like.many people with depression I have no good words or even goodwill for this.....creature... Now I really have to stop. I like it here and I value the discussions I've had here. Have a nice day all of you except Matt Turnbull.
I don't get it. Just show gameplay straight up gameplay....but no everything has to be doctored and made fake..... and you wonder why we dont trust publishers and devs....
@VoidPunk Perhaps that's the goal? Get out of hardware and double down on software. Idk whatever the path forward is for xbox. We'll see one way or another..... the only constant thing in the world is change. Oh god no I'm getting philosophical. Have a nice day ๐
I try to not be a downer. Like really I am. Xbox are just making it needlessly hard. But then again I'm not in charge of a multimillion corporation or or brand. I wouldn't wanna be in Phil Spencer's shoes. Unless we're talking paycheck....I'd take that one๐คฃ. All jokes aside. All we can do is wait and see. It seems though the we'll have to rethink what xbox means in the future.
I think they announced it way too early. No infos just there's a title animation. I'd rather have them show stuff when they actually have something to show. Because is just needless hype mongering..... idk. In short show me some gameplay or get off the pot. Same with contraband....
@Ricky-Spanish oooohhh that reminds me I gotta finish that one. I got sidetracked recently. But man really digging the lore as someone who is not at all familiar with the deep south. Love the way the boss music tells the story of the encounters.
I never finished the first one. Hour long cutscene paired with, in my opionion, overly boring gameplay. Even though this one sounds liek the gameplay may be more exciting, I'm not gonna bother with it.
It sucks for those that are being let go. But I think it's hardly surprising considering the negativity fostered by the main creative mind behind it. Criticism isnt meant to put you down even if soem use it like that. Criticism is a tool and a valuable one at that. But if you shut down any Criticism and you release a broken product, well you reap what you sow......
@Dan1283 Could be. Then again many adults are playing fifa (not that there's anything worng with that) and displaying horrible behaviour.... But in all fairness if a multiplayer games has as much as a hint of competitiveness, then you'll have toxic players.
Nah not gonna bother with this one. Im not into football and sadly it seems the playerbase is behaving as expected. Hopefully all of you who do play it (or plan to) get amazing teammates and have tons of fun
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Re: Roundup: Here's What The Reviews Are Saying About New Xbox RPG 'Hell Is Us'
Sounds good and with access starting soon, I might cave in and get it.
Re: Black Myth: Wukong Analysis Shows Completely Different Visuals On Xbox Compared To PS5
Man lumen is such a ressource hog it seems. But then again even with an rtx 4080 super the game has performance problems atleast for me. Cpupled with incredibly difficult bosses and well I stopped after getting to the desert rat boss. It'll stay that way and go on my games I'll never finish pile. Also won't be getting their next game.
Re: Following Xbox's Perfect Dark Cancellation, Crystal Dynamics Suffers More 2025 Layoffs
If the new tomb raider fails, then I feel its by bye for the team. I hope it doesn't come to that. But if you'd have told me that perfect dark would be canceled, I would've said no way. Now look were we are at. Here's hoping....
Re: No Man's Sky Players Share Fix For 'Black Screen' Issue Following Voyagers Update
Dont get me wrong, this game as come an insane way. But I still experience texture bugs especially with the flashlight. Now It also has a black screen issue? Idk it feels.liek the more they add the more broken the spaghetti code becomes. At this point I feel its overcooked.....
Re: Black Myth: Zhong Kui Is In Development, And It's Set To Launch Day One On Xbox
Couldn't get too far into wukong got stuck on a Boss to the point of giving up. So I'll be skipping this one
Re: Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines 2 Finally Launches This October
@AndroidBango WTF......after all the years of waiting and development hell just to hamstring the release like this. Just looked up the article and that pricing kills it completely. GG devs. GG
Re: Microsoft 'Wraps Up' Xbox Series X|S Era As Hardware Chief Teases What's Next
Im done with new consoles. I have ps5, series x amd the switch 2. Im set. If anythign I'll focus on pc gaming and that's it. The hobby has become way too expensive to be getting in early.
Re: Earn Free Battlefield 6 Cosmetics By Playing 2042's Latest Update On Xbox
Nah I'm not getting it now. Will wait for BF6 instead. Though I did like the beta I'm still gonna wait on how the campaign is and how many bugs they've fixed. The beta had some really concerning issues.
Re: Gears Of War: Reloaded Full Achievement List Revealed Ahead Of Xbox Series X|S Launch
I feail to se the point of this game when ultimate edition already exists. Remaster 2 and 3. But no we get another remaster of the 1st game......
Re: Roundup: Here's What The Reviews Are Saying About Echoes Of The End
On Pc it seems to have performance performance problems (big suprise....not) according to steam users.
Re: Bendy: Lone Wolf Is Giving Us A 'Thrilling Survival Adventure' On Xbox This Week
Ohhhh procedural generation....oohhhh its already all samey looking..... yeah no, this clearly isn't for me. But hopefully it finds an audience
Re: Pick One: What's Your Favourite Battlefield Game On Xbox?
Had to go with baf company 2, and no my rose tinted glasses will stay on ๐ค
Re: Hands On: Battlefield 6 Is An Xbox Series X|S Showpiece, Even In Beta Form
Playing on pc and despite a few visual bugs and a few issues regarding spawns, I'm having a blast. Now if they keept true to their word and don't add outlandish skins then I'll most likely get it
Re: DOOM: The Dark Ages 'Update 2' Now Live, Includes Brand-New Endless Arena Mode
Finished the campaign on pc and it was a struggle. Lots of freezing and crashing. Campaing itself was ok. Waiting on dlc.
Re: Xbox Console Exclusive 'ExoMecha' Is Looking Mighty Impressive Ahead Of Its 2026 Launch
Cautiously optimistic.
Re: Marathon Is Expected To Launch Before April 2026 As Sony Tightens Its Grip On Bungie
Oh look it's multiplatform concord๐.....
Seriously they plagiarized a core visual element of this game. I cant see this lasting more than a year. The reception so far has been largely negative. Hopefully under stricter guidance Bungie can make a comeback otherwise it may be the next big closure.....
Re: Xbox Is Officially 'Stopping' Development On First-Party Game Contraband
Fable cancellation next or if it launches it will do so absolutely broken....
Re: Talking Point: Battlefield 6 Or Black Ops 7, Which Xbox FPS Are You Looking Forward To Most?
I will wait for the inevitable buggyines of Battlefield to be somewhat patched before jumping in. No interest in cod anymore since they are going the fortnite way of too cartoony skins. Though it fits more in fortnite than cod
Re: Hideo Kojima Says We're Either Going To Love Or Hate His Xbox-Published Game 'OD'
You know whhat would help in getting me interested/getting me to form my own opinion? Tell me what the game is about.....
Edit: just watched the teaser "trailer". What a nothingburger. Seriously this reminds me of that one Unreal Engine Tech Demo were they were talking about facial animations. There is nothing there to duscuss or be excited about. If this trailer didn't have Kojimas name attached it would be looked at as a vaporware thing.....
Re: 'Xbox PC' Gets Renamed Again As Microsoft Tries To Figure Out The Perfect Branding
XBOX PC on PC (and Playstation and Nintendo and any other platform that wants us (pretty please)).
As for a serous answer why not xbox anywhere? If xbox becomes truly mutliplatform this would make the most sense to me.
Re: Xbox Game Pass Annual Revenue Nears $5 Billion For First Time, Says Microsoft CEO
@Kaloudz well said. It feel like we are heading for a gamecrash if that makes sense or maybe even entertainment crash. Bloating budgets on unrealistic timeframes and technology that isnt quite there yet. I also think that game engines have suffered due to upscaling. Sure upscaling helps but it feels like without it engines run inefficient. Even with upscaling, performance seems to suffer alot of the time. I mean look at Unreal Engine 5. On paper it sounds like a powerhouse. In actuality it seems to run horrible on most systems. Well not much can be done as a consumer except giving feeback and "voting" with our wallets. Then again there's always the indie scene and AA space to keep an eye on. I also think that sometimes expectations are too high, I know I am "guilty" of hyping up a game for myself just to be disappointed.
Re: Xbox Game Pass Annual Revenue Nears $5 Billion For First Time, Says Microsoft CEO
Well worth it then to close several studios and lay off staff....also didn't he say they'll use AI way more? So has AI written his statement?
In all seriousness this guy just makes me angry...... so yeah good on gamepass making moeny but it comes with an incredibly bitter aftertaste.
Re: Microsoft CEO Comments On Recent Xbox Layoffs, Doubles Down On AI
I think i got sick from the hypocrisy and tone deafness on display here. Wow. Are we sire Nadella is a Human or is he an AI Bot? Hard to tell.....
Edit: He's slowly eroding any goodwill I have with Microsoft and Xbox.
Re: Battlefield 6 Price & Release Date Leak Ahead Of 2025 Xbox Launch
@HonestHick yeah, the fortnitetification of shooters is ridiculous. What happened to arcady yet still serious shooters? Remember cod world at war? Now its all neon skins and cartoon characters. It just ruins the aesthetic.
Re: Nacon Commits To Test Drive Unlimited Solar Crown With Extensive Year 2 Roadmap
@Kezelpaso tmThanks, so its just as I suspected. I fear this game will suffe rthe same fate as the crew.
Re: Nacon Commits To Test Drive Unlimited Solar Crown With Extensive Year 2 Roadmap
Still online only right? If yes it's still a no buy from me
Re: Need For Speed Supposedly 'Shelved' As EA-Backed Fan Site Winds Down
NFS Underground/Underground 2 or Most Wanted (2005) remaster and you'd be golden....but no lets shelve the franchise....sighhh
Re: Talking Point: After Almost Two Years, How Do You Feel About Xbox's Starfield In 2025?
Got bored really quickly and never finished it. I even forgot where I stopped. I don't plan on restarting or continuing.
Re: EA Japan GM Comments On Xbox Layoffs, Says Long-In-Development Games 'Deserve To Ship'
"But also, donโt announce games when theyโre still half baked. If thereโs no clear delivery path, no realistic scope, just donโt show it yet. Hype with no follow through burns trust both for fans and the studio inside." I and several other have said this for years. Show things when they are ready. But no, nowadays you show things that have a launch window of god knows when. You really thi k I keep track of your gsme for years? Nope I don't, infact Im sure there are many games announced that I forgot about because they've showed nothing but a teaser or a Logo.
Re: Talking Point: It's Been Two Years Since A Defining Moment In The History Of Xbox
@Millionski Oh GOD don't get me started on AI. Sure it has it uses and a place to exist in. But the push for it to take over entire aspects of creation is more than worrying.
Re: Talking Point: It's Been Two Years Since A Defining Moment In The History Of Xbox
For me it was also the turning point for Xbox. As in now they feel like a headless chicken. No plan just one day this the next day this. Considering the mass layoffs this just leaves a very bitter taste in my mouth. Now I'm not saying that the acquisition was by airself the sole reason for the layoffs. But I'm sure it played a big part. Also yes layoffs happen but this is really shwoing the mismanagement at xbox. Now if we add the whole gamepass discussion and it's looking kinda gloomy around xbox. Can they sway opinion back to a more positive one? I don't know. Man I'm a downer today jeez. Here's some positivity: I'm wishing all of you a nice day and good health๐
Re: Roundup: Here's What The Reviews Are Saying About Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3+4
@Soup-Rules ooohh I missed that aspect. Thanks๐
Re: Roundup: Here's What The Reviews Are Saying About Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3+4
The timer in proskater 4 kills this for me unfortunately
Re: Microsoft Said To Have 'Unrealistic' Expectations For Xbox, But Not Everyone Agrees
@Millionski yeah my.focus will shift to pc as I've recently upgrsded mine. Between pc and now the switch 2 I'm happy as can be for now. My PS5 is just kinda existing along my series x.
Re: Microsoft Said To Have 'Unrealistic' Expectations For Xbox, But Not Everyone Agrees
Ah yes, the "insiders" who are more wrong than right. Cam we stop giving these rumormongers attention? As for the topic at hand. It seems clear to me that Microsoft has no idea what to do with Xbox. Evefchanging plans. The whole closure thing (same to you sony). The way it was communicated (see the john romero studio fiasco). Cancelling numerous projects which were apparently far along... The whole everything is an xbox thing(Im'm neutral on this). What is going on at Microsoft?
Re: Just Got Laid Off By AI-Loving Microsoft? Why Not Speak To AI About It, Suggests Xbox Producer
I would type my.thoughts here but considering the harsh language I'd use, I'd get banned. Instead let's say that his post greatly displeases me and I wish him alot of mental fatigue aswell as no social net to help him. Then he'll realise what a stupid post he made and what a disgusting stance he took. As someone that has struggled like.many people with depression I have no good words or even goodwill for this.....creature... Now I really have to stop. I like it here and I value the discussions I've had here. Have a nice day all of you except Matt Turnbull.
Re: Perfect Dark Developer Responds To 'Big Controversy' Over 2024 Gameplay Trailer
I don't get it. Just show gameplay straight up gameplay....but no everything has to be doctored and made fake..... and you wonder why we dont trust publishers and devs....
Re: State Of Decay 3 Has Gone Quiet, But Apparently It's Safe At Xbox
Oh you mean safe like the teams you closed and the people you fired?
Re: Two More Xbox Games Are Being Cancelled, Including Perfect Dark
Well done so all this Perfect Dark Hype for nothing. What about Contraband? Clockwork? Judas? Idk, this is a real gut punch. Sad just sad
Re: Ex Blizzard Boss Thinks Microsoft Should Pick Its Xbox Strategy And 'Stick To It'
@VoidPunk Perhaps that's the goal? Get out of hardware and double down on software. Idk whatever the path forward is for xbox. We'll see one way or another..... the only constant thing in the world is change. Oh god no I'm getting philosophical. Have a nice day ๐
Re: Xbox Founding Member 'Not Pleased' With State Of The Brand In 2025
I try to not be a downer. Like really I am. Xbox are just making it needlessly hard. But then again I'm not in charge of a multimillion corporation or or brand. I wouldn't wanna be in Phil Spencer's shoes. Unless we're talking paycheck....I'd take that one๐คฃ. All jokes aside. All we can do is wait and see. It seems though the we'll have to rethink what xbox means in the future.
Re: Elder Scrolls 6 Trailer 'Getting Closer' Despite No-Show At Xbox Games Showcase 2025
I think they announced it way too early. No infos just there's a title animation. I'd rather have them show stuff when they actually have something to show. Because is just needless hype mongering..... idk. In short show me some gameplay or get off the pot. Same with contraband....
Re: Microsoft Rewards Is Giving Away 500 Points For Just A Few Minutes' Work
As a swiss citizen all I cay say is.....Hi y'all have a nice day.
Re: Mecha BREAK Release Date Announced, Free-To-Play Timed Exclusive On Xbox
@FraserG Glad I could help ๐
Re: Mecha BREAK Release Date Announced, Free-To-Play Timed Exclusive On Xbox
I think there's a typo in the article:
It's a multiplayer third-person shooter featuring PvP and PvP elements.
Shouldn't it be PvP and PvE? Or else the second PvP is kinda redundant. Otherwise eat im gonna keep my eye on this one ๐. Have a nice day
Re: Halo Fan Game To Release On Xbox After Microsoft & Halo Studios Give Approval
@Ricky-Spanish oooohhh that reminds me I gotta finish that one. I got sidetracked recently. But man really digging the lore as someone who is not at all familiar with the deep south. Love the way the boss music tells the story of the encounters.
Re: Death Stranding 2 Debuts To Impressive Reviews Ahead Of Hopeful Xbox Release
I never finished the first one. Hour long cutscene paired with, in my opionion, overly boring gameplay. Even though this one sounds liek the gameplay may be more exciting, I'm not gonna bother with it.
Re: It Sounds Like MindsEye Is Leading To Major Layoffs At The Studio
It sucks for those that are being let go. But I think it's hardly surprising considering the negativity fostered by the main creative mind behind it. Criticism isnt meant to put you down even if soem use it like that. Criticism is a tool and a valuable one at that. But if you shut down any Criticism and you release a broken product, well you reap what you sow......
Re: Rematch Is 'Driving Me Crazy' Because Of Selfish Teammates, Say Frustrated Players
@Dan1283 Could be. Then again many adults are playing fifa (not that there's anything worng with that) and displaying horrible behaviour.... But in all fairness if a multiplayer games has as much as a hint of competitiveness, then you'll have toxic players.
Re: Rematch Is 'Driving Me Crazy' Because Of Selfish Teammates, Say Frustrated Players
Nah not gonna bother with this one. Im not into football and sadly it seems the playerbase is behaving as expected. Hopefully all of you who do play it (or plan to) get amazing teammates and have tons of fun