The backlash to PS going all digital from 2028 is going to hit them hard and the casual or core players are waiting to see what Xbox are going to do with regards to Helix having a disc drive. For me it's a no brainer and a huge opportunity for Helix to outsell PS6.
Cheapest way to buy GTA 6 in the UK that I know of, for the standard edition buy 5 £15 gift cards on loaded which gives you £75 credit for £69.95 and you will have £5.01 left over to put towards something else and for the ultimate edition buy 6 £15 gift cards for £13.99 on loaded (you can buy in multiples up to 5 so would have to be 5 then another 1 separately) which gives you £90 for £83.94 and you will have 1p left over.
The only thing I miss is the points for getting an achievement and/or playing a certain game pass game but I guess they didn't want to feel like they were forcing people to join game pass if they aren't already a member?
@NishimaruX I might have been had the 'physical edition', focus on the word 'physical', not been a digital download code in a box and if that's all they can come up with after 13 years since 5 then it's very disappointing. GTA 6 will be the biggest flop in gaming history.
@NishimaruX I bought the first 3 and 1 was the best imo hardly played 2 and 3. Gave 4 a miss then bought 5 and hardly played it so my interest in 6 is very, very low. Besides, there are lots of other great games that I'd much rather play.
The answers to these questions will be revealed in time. I would like them to bring back Games with Gold. I miss Phil as he was kinda like a big brother to me, I hope he's doing ok. Much love to Phil and his family. I really like what Asha has done so far and hope she stays on target.
This is why I NEVER quick resume with Forza. Always return to a house or Horizon festival before leaving then quitting out of it. I, like some, do have to question the '255 hours' of gameplay as that would mean playing 16/19 hours per day depending on when they started playing. I'm not buying that number personally, but never the less must be hard on them but they should NEVER have left it on quick resume so for that reason I have no sympathy for them, sorry.
This lady, and XBOX, is in a very tough spot right now. While one of the biggest demands I guess the XBOX community is calling for a return to exclusive games, and rightly so, what if that was the one thing that caused XBOX to fold if they reversed their policy now? Surely it's a case of 'whatever you have to do in order for XBOX to survive' just as long as you're honest and transparent with us?
Good to see the PS community is crapping itself at the very thought of CoD not being on PS as per the fanboy comments. I can see that happening one day and who knows how that would shape things up with all those 'loyal' PS fans buying an Xbox in their droves.
Imagine the complaints if they decided to scrap GP altogether and 'force' people to pay full price for games day one... btw this isn't going to happen so everyone calm down and relax.
MS must have thought 'Damn, we had it all 20 years ago...' so I'm not entirely surprised that they downplayed it, probably with some regrets as they squandered a great opportunity to win the so-called 'console wars'.
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Re: Talking Point: Xbox's Final Games With Gold Titles Were Announced Three Years Ago
Stopping Games with Gold was one of the worst mistakes they ever made.
Re: Talking Point: How Much Noise Do Your Xbox Consoles Make After All These Years?
I always where a headset when gaming so I’m not aware of any noises
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (July 25-26)
Halo: Campaign Evolved for me
Re: Xbox Teases Potentially Major Console Update That Will Be 'Worth The Wait'
@EVIL-C They still had their jobs to do and they failed so sack them.
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Re: Rumour: Xbox Still Evaluating Whether Project Helix Will Support Physical Discs
The backlash to PS going all digital from 2028 is going to hit them hard and the casual or core players are waiting to see what Xbox are going to do with regards to Helix having a disc drive. For me it's a no brainer and a huge opportunity for Helix to outsell PS6.
Re: Xbox Announces 3,200 Job Losses And Four Studio Departures
Sad news but it's got to be done in order for Xbox to survive. Now add a disc drive to Helix to smash PS6 to smithereens!
Re: 'I Want Them To Sponsor Me' - World Cup Star Erling Haaland Reveals His Love Of Xbox
Sign him up Asha!
Re: PSA: Xbox Rewards Allows You To Reduce The Price Of GTA 6
Cheapest way to buy GTA 6 in the UK that I know of, for the standard edition buy 5 £15 gift cards on loaded which gives you £75 credit for £69.95 and you will have £5.01 left over to put towards something else and for the ultimate edition buy 6 £15 gift cards for £13.99 on loaded (you can buy in multiples up to 5 so would have to be 5 then another 1 separately) which gives you £90 for £83.94 and you will have 1p left over.
Re: Talking Point: Xbox Fans, How Are You Getting On With Microsoft Rewards In 2026?
The only thing I miss is the points for getting an achievement and/or playing a certain game pass game but I guess they didn't want to feel like they were forcing people to join game pass if they aren't already a member?
Re: Feature: 30 Xbox Series X|S Games To Look Forward To In July-December 2026
I'm only looking forward to games I can buy on disc.
Re: Marvel's Blade Reportedly In Danger As Xbox Considers Shutting Arkane Studios
@oopsiezz I'm pretty sure Minecraft, the biggest video game of all time, is safe.
Re: GTA 6 Costs $80, Described As A 'Single-Player Experience'
@NishimaruX Is that all? That sucks for Rockstar.
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@NishimaruX I might have been had the 'physical edition', focus on the word 'physical', not been a digital download code in a box and if that's all they can come up with after 13 years since 5 then it's very disappointing. GTA 6 will be the biggest flop in gaming history.
Re: Eek, GTA 6's 'Physical Edition' Is A Download Code In A Box
Disappointing.
Re: GTA 6 Costs $80, Described As A 'Single-Player Experience'
@NishimaruX I bought the first 3 and 1 was the best imo hardly played 2 and 3. Gave 4 a miss then bought 5 and hardly played it so my interest in 6 is very, very low. Besides, there are lots of other great games that I'd much rather play.
Re: GTA 6 Costs $80, Described As A 'Single-Player Experience'
£80 for a 'single player experience', um no ta.
Re: ROG Xbox Ally X20 Marks The 'Opportunity Of A Lifetime', But Expect A High Price
The company can't subsidise the costs so the consumer can? Right...
Re: Three Questions We Still Have After The Incredible Xbox Games Showcase 2026
The answers to these questions will be revealed in time. I would like them to bring back Games with Gold. I miss Phil as he was kinda like a big brother to me, I hope he's doing ok. Much love to Phil and his family. I really like what Asha has done so far and hope she stays on target.
Re: Poll: How Would You Grade The Summer Game Fest 2026 Showcase?
I'm guessing A is high and F is low?
Re: 'Lost 255 Hours Of Progress' - Forza Horizon 6 Players Warn Of Xbox & PC Saving Issue
This is why I NEVER quick resume with Forza. Always return to a house or Horizon festival before leaving then quitting out of it. I, like some, do have to question the '255 hours' of gameplay as that would mean playing 16/19 hours per day depending on when they started playing. I'm not buying that number personally, but never the less must be hard on them but they should NEVER have left it on quick resume so for that reason I have no sympathy for them, sorry.
Re: Xbox Delays Fable To February 2027, And It's Basically Because Of GTA 6
Screw GTA, it's one of the worst games ever anyway.
Re: 'We Are Building A Stronger Xbox' - Asha Sharma Updates Employees On Progress In 2026
This lady, and XBOX, is in a very tough spot right now. While one of the biggest demands I guess the XBOX community is calling for a return to exclusive games, and rightly so, what if that was the one thing that caused XBOX to fold if they reversed their policy now? Surely it's a case of 'whatever you have to do in order for XBOX to survive' just as long as you're honest and transparent with us?
Re: Xbox Game Studios Now Has An Official Shop, Featuring Merch For Major First-Party Games
Yessss!!! Been waiting patiently for them to bring this back. Will be ordering some new clobber soon...
Re: Talking Point: So, Did You Cave And Buy Early Access For Forza Horizon 6?
Of course I did. GOTY without a doubt.
Re: Xbox To Retire Features That Don't Align With Future Plans, Starting With Copilot AI
Bring back Games With Gold, removing that was a big mistake imo.
Re: Xbox Is Having 'Very Big Discussions' About Exclusivity, Says Reporter
Good to see the PS community is crapping itself at the very thought of CoD not being on PS as per the fanboy comments. I can see that happening one day and who knows how that would shape things up with all those 'loyal' PS fans buying an Xbox in their droves.
Re: Xbox Boss Declares Game Pass Is 'Too Expensive' And Needs A 'Better Value Equation'
Imagine the complaints if they decided to scrap GP altogether and 'force' people to pay full price for games day one... btw this isn't going to happen so everyone calm down and relax.
Re: Xbox Series X|S Ranked 5th In List Of Platforms Developers Are Most Interested In
I'm just wondering why PC ISN'T 100%? Why are 20% NOT choosing it?
Re: Amazon Offering Free Outfit For Tomb Raider: Legacy Of Atlantis When Linking Xbox Account
Where's the catch?
Re: Talking Point: Did You Expect More From Xbox 360's 20th Anniversary?
MS must have thought 'Damn, we had it all 20 years ago...' so I'm not entirely surprised that they downplayed it, probably with some regrets as they squandered a great opportunity to win the so-called 'console wars'.