I wanted to love KCD 2, as it has everything I love....medieval setting, rpg elements,...but man I absolutely detest the combat system. It still feels so clunky and cumbersome (cue the git gud comments).
@G1lbo No. Insanely difficult and massively frustrating would be considered "Souls Like". Rogue Lite means you will die, but every time you come back, you come back stronger based on power options you choose.
And this is why more developers need to release demos for their games. Let people decide for themselves if they like the game, rather than what social media tells them what to like and what not to like.
Bramble: The Mountain King for $4.50 is a steal for an awesome game. And if you haven't played A Plague Tale: Requiem, Hogwarts Legacy, Bulletstorm, Dead Space, Hellblade 1 and 2, or the Outer Wilds, I recommend those.
@Brigurugi I don't know about successful, but I love it. Take it for what it is, which is a really fun hack and slash. If you are looking for a true rpg experience, find something else.
The thing is, eventually I will buy GTA 6, because I know that inevitably the price will go down, and I have patience. Nintendo games almost never go down in price. Aside from the standard Mario and Donkey Kong games, nothing stood out to me with the Switch 2, and certainly nothing worth the $80 price tag.
I guess I am the only one who can't justify $70 for a 6 hour campaign. This will certainly be fine for multiplayer gamers, but alas I am not one of those.
Hellblade 2 is unbelievably amazing....but you have to go into it understanding that is purely a cinematic storytelling game. It is game that I play like an hour a night because its just so much to take in. It certainly is not for everybody, but for an older gamer like me, it's perfect.
Hellblade 2- If you loved the first one, you will love the second one. It's not for everyone. I love story based games like A Plague Tale, Alan Wake, Bramble, Brothers, etc. and so Hellblade 2 is right up my alley. But love it or hate it, you absolutely cannot deny Hellblade 2 is one of the best looking games ever made.
I can't join the rage and drama bandwagon because I have a massive backlog of games to play on my Series X....When Xbox runs out of games for me to play, I'll just move on to another console.
@Dimey Starfield was and is a finished product. There is a beginning of the game, and end of game, plus a continual New Game+. Not only that, its a free game on Gamepass. The rest of the stuff they are doing is all freebies. Calm down
As others have said, if Im paying $70 for a game, you better have more than 15 hours of content, and lots of replayability. $30 is acceptable for a 15-20 hour game.
I played through A Plague Tale: Requiem at 30 FPS and it is one of my GOTY. I don't forsee 30FPS being an issue with HB2. I think the bottom line is that if you enjoyed the first Hellblade, then you are going to enjoy the second one. Cinematic experiences are not everyone's cup of tea, but it is mine, and I am greatly looking forward to it.
Ok, but I just hope that they have a bunch of games ready for launch, rather than make us wait 2-3 years into the console before we get some quality games.
I subscribe to Gamepass, and as a result I have purchased several physical copies of games that I would not have bought outright without getting to try it first. BG3 is the first game I bought without getting a chance to play it first. I was extremely hesitant as I hate turn based games, but thankfully it has blown my mind.
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Re: These 14 Games Are Coming To Xbox Game Pass (December 2-11)
Well, I see I am not missing out on anything since cancelling my sub.
Re: Free Play Days: Try These Xbox Games For Free (November 6-9)
I wanted to love KCD 2, as it has everything I love....medieval setting, rpg elements,...but man I absolutely detest the combat system. It still feels so clunky and cumbersome (cue the git gud comments).
Re: Xbox Confirms Its First Two Game Pass Titles For December 2025, And They Both Look Brilliant
Cancelled Gamepass, but will buy Routine
Re: Xbox Details All Of The New Content Packed Into Its Halo: Campaign Evolved Remake
As someone who has not played a single Halo game and hates multiplayer, this is very much a very exciting win for me.
Re: Talking Point: As We Approach GOTY Season, What's Your Pick As Things Stand?
Hell is Us, Expedition 33
Re: Xbox 'Magnus' Leak Suggests Next Console Will Be Powerful, Expensive & Maybe A Hybrid Device
Congrats to those who can afford it! I guess the Series X will be my last console I own.
Re: Xbox Game Pass Is Getting A Major Overhaul With New Names, Games & Price Changes
Nope. I'm out. I'll wait for them to realize their mistake, and come back when the price is sensible. Good for those who can afford that.
Re: Indiana Jones Dev: Xbox Game Pass Was A 'Hard Balance' Because Players Quickly Drop Out
Lol. I "dropped out" 5 times because the game kept crashing on me. Kept uninstalling and reinstalling until I could finish the game.
Re: Roundup: All The Big Reveals From Xbox's Second Gamescom 2025 Livestream
Anybody know if Mistfall Hunter is another Souls like?
Re: Surprise! The Rogue Prince Of Persia Is Available Today On Xbox Game Pass
@G1lbo No. Insanely difficult and massively frustrating would be considered "Souls Like". Rogue Lite means you will die, but every time you come back, you come back stronger based on power options you choose.
Re: Poll: Will You Be Buying Black Myth: Wukong On Xbox Next Week?
Nah, not a Souls like fan.
Re: Hands On: Not Gonna Lie, I'm Enjoying MindsEye On Xbox Right Now
And this is why more developers need to release demos for their games. Let people decide for themselves if they like the game, rather than what social media tells them what to like and what not to like.
Re: Xbox Is Officially Getting A Brand-New 'Plague Tale' Game In 2026
Booyah! Best news of the day.
Re: Amidst Price Increases, Expedition 33 Developer Says $50 Tag Was A 'Win-Win' For Everyone
Yep.....and it's sold out everywhere near me, so I can't pick up a physical copy
Re: Xbox Spring Sale 2025 Now Live In Full, 1000+ Games Discounted
Bramble: The Mountain King for $4.50 is a steal for an awesome game. And if you haven't played A Plague Tale: Requiem, Hogwarts Legacy, Bulletstorm, Dead Space, Hellblade 1 and 2, or the Outer Wilds, I recommend those.
Re: Xbox Announces Limited Edition DOOM Controllers And Series X Wrap
$55 for a wrap is wild. lol
Re: Bethesda's Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remake Will Reportedly Shadow Drop Next Week
I have never played Oblivion, so I am excited to see what's in store.
Re: Blizzard Shares 2025 Roadmap For Diablo 4 On Xbox & Beyond
@Brigurugi I don't know about successful, but I love it. Take it for what it is, which is a really fun hack and slash. If you are looking for a true rpg experience, find something else.
Re: Talking Point: Would You Be Willing To Pay $80 For Xbox Games?
The thing is, eventually I will buy GTA 6, because I know that inevitably the price will go down, and I have patience. Nintendo games almost never go down in price. Aside from the standard Mario and Donkey Kong games, nothing stood out to me with the Switch 2, and certainly nothing worth the $80 price tag.
Re: Review: Stalker 2 (Xbox) - GSC Game World's Long-Awaited Sequel Is A Mess
Well.....I'm enjoying it.
Re: Lots Of Games Are Discounted By 90% On Xbox This Week (October 1-8)
@Eejay ....except for the friggin lockpicking system lol
Re: Talking Point: What's Your Favourite Xbox Game Of The Year So Far?
A Plague Tale: Requiem, Dragons Dogma 2, Baldur's Gate 3, Starfield, Alan Wake 2
Re: Review: Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2 (Xbox) - Swarm Tech Shines In A Superbly Brutal Co-Op Shooter
I guess I am the only one who can't justify $70 for a 6 hour campaign. This will certainly be fine for multiplayer gamers, but alas I am not one of those.
Re: Here's Over An Hour Of Fresh Gameplay From Xbox RPG Avowed
Wait.....skeletons bleed?
Re: Poll: What Do You Think Of 'Flintlock: The Siege Of Dawn' On Xbox So Far?
For Gamepass reportedly set to bring in 5.5 Billion dollars with the new price tiers, I expect far better than this.
Re: Deals: The Best 'Lowest Price Ever' Games In The Xbox Ultimate Game Sale 2024
Anybody play Deliver Us Mars? Thoughts?
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (June 22-23)
Still Wakes the Deep, and finishing up Hellblade 2
Re: Talking Point: What's Your Favourite Xbox Expansion Of All Time?
It's between AC Odyssey-The Fate of Atlantis and AC Valhalla: Dawn of Ragnarok
Re: Pick One: What Was Your Favourite Xbox Game Pass Game In May 2024?
Hellblade 2 is unbelievably amazing....but you have to go into it understanding that is purely a cinematic storytelling game. It is game that I play like an hour a night because its just so much to take in. It certainly is not for everybody, but for an older gamer like me, it's perfect.
Re: After Hellblade 2, Here Are The 10 Highest-Rated Xbox Games Of 2024 So Far
Hellblade 2- If you loved the first one, you will love the second one. It's not for everyone. I love story based games like A Plague Tale, Alan Wake, Bramble, Brothers, etc. and so Hellblade 2 is right up my alley. But love it or hate it, you absolutely cannot deny Hellblade 2 is one of the best looking games ever made.
Re: Here's Some Uncut Gameplay Of 'Killer Klowns From Outer Space' Ahead Of Xbox Release
Well that looks pretty terrible
Re: Here's Your First Look At 'Shadows', The Next Assassin's Creed Game Launching This November
If its another 8-15 hour campaign like Mirage, I'll wait for the $20 sale, but this looks great.
Re: Subscription Services Like Xbox Game Pass Appear To Have 'Stalled' In The US
I can't join the rage and drama bandwagon because I have a massive backlog of games to play on my Series X....When Xbox runs out of games for me to play, I'll just move on to another console.
Re: Xbox Exec Hypes Up Hellblade 2 As Team Green Lays Out Launch Plans
I am greatly looking forward to this.....but I hate that this is digital only. Same with Alan Wake 2.
Re: Alan Wake 2 Still Hasn't Made Profit Despite Huge Critical Success
Simple. Release physical copies
Re: Bethesda's Todd Howard Says 'Really Good Updates' Are Coming For Starfield
@CaptainCluck It's not terrible in the slightest. That Kong game and Gollum game were terrible.
Re: Bethesda's Todd Howard Says 'Really Good Updates' Are Coming For Starfield
@Dimey Starfield was and is a finished product. There is a beginning of the game, and end of game, plus a continual New Game+. Not only that, its a free game on Gamepass. The rest of the stuff they are doing is all freebies. Calm down
Re: PlayStation Exclusive 'Kena: Bridge Of Spirits' Rated For Xbox Series X|S
Awesome! Bring on the games! Don't care about where they came from, just want to play fun games.
Re: These Six Games Are Coming To Xbox Game Pass (April 17-30)
Glad I cancelled for a few months. Going to subscribe again when Hellblade 2 releases though.
Re: Ori Dev's 'No Rest For The Wicked' Re-Confirmed For Xbox, PC Early Access Starts This Week
I absolutely detest "souls-like" games, but I loved the Ori games, so I'll give it a shot.
Re: Talking Point: Do You Prefer Shorter Or Longer Games In General?
As others have said, if Im paying $70 for a game, you better have more than 15 hours of content, and lots of replayability. $30 is acceptable for a 15-20 hour game.
Re: Hellblade 2 Sounds Like A True Next-Gen Showcase In First Xbox Previews
I played through A Plague Tale: Requiem at 30 FPS and it is one of my GOTY. I don't forsee 30FPS being an issue with HB2. I think the bottom line is that if you enjoyed the first Hellblade, then you are going to enjoy the second one. Cinematic experiences are not everyone's cup of tea, but it is mine, and I am greatly looking forward to it.
Re: These 10+ Games Are Coming To Xbox Next Week (March 25-29)
Huge fan of Planet Coaster, so I am looking forward to Planet Zoo
Re: Get Ready, It's Almost Time For The Xbox Spring Sale 2024
Hoping Phantom Liberty DLC is on sale
Re: Talking Point: What's Your Favourite Thing About Xbox Right Now?
Quick resume and Game Pass
Re: Xbox's Next Console Will Feature The 'Largest Technical Leap Ever' In A Generation
Ok, but I just hope that they have a bunch of games ready for launch, rather than make us wait 2-3 years into the console before we get some quality games.
Re: Planet Zoo Makes The Jump From PC To Xbox Series X|S This March
Planet coaster is amazing so I can't wait for this!
Re: Dragon's Dogma 2 Seems To Be Targeting 30FPS On All Platforms
Meh no big deal.
Re: Baldur's Gate 3 Dev Reveals Concerns With Xbox Game Pass-Style Subscriptions
I subscribe to Gamepass, and as a result I have purchased several physical copies of games that I would not have bought outright without getting to try it first. BG3 is the first game I bought without getting a chance to play it first. I was extremely hesitant as I hate turn based games, but thankfully it has blown my mind.
Re: Xbox Owner Receives Year-Long Ban After Uploading Baldur's Gate 3 Clips
Lol....they need to get this sorted before GTA 6