Absolutely nothing is stopping the industry leading Sony from expanding their cloud and subscription services. They have both but have no interest in doing so. That is not anywhere close to a monopoly. Even after this merger, Sony will still remain at the top due to console sales and it likely won't change anytime soon. Abyad is a moron and has no idea what a monopoly is...
Microsoft really needs to be more considerate with this and have it setup to give a one month notice. These two week(ish) notices are not good for longer games.
First mistake was having a porting company Aspyr do it. Their ports have been hit or miss. If Microsoft did take it, it obviously should go back to Obsidian.
@FraserG You should cover (if you aren't planning on it already) that at the Meta event, the Zucc announced that X-Cloud is coming to Quest VR in December.
Tbh, this isn't as bad of a leak as it sounded. Most of the Bethesda plans were already expected sequels and a couple remasters, while the surprises are still coded to project names. The console/controller is a bigger deal for Xbox, though they aren't even really mid-gen upgrades.
@FenIsMightier Right, cuz "I don't have much time for video games these days, and I've also increasingly lost interest in it as a medium" has all to do with "trash" and not your lack of time/desire to play it... If you are gonna gripe about game quality, at least quantify what quality looks like to you. What you are saying just comes across as smugness when it sounds like you really just have other priorities.
@Sol4ris Can't sue Microsoft for a 3rd party decision. If 1st party did that, they may have a class-action case, but even then, depends on the fine print.
I can wait forever. This game looks like crap. More likely it won't even make a profit on Xbox so they aren't in any rush. This game looks like a 360 game. So the S being the issue is BS IMO.
Did this guy ever play Skyrim, Fallout or any Bethesda game? They've always has the simplistic style start menu... Such a stupid thing to gripe about in the first place...
"Backwards compatible titles will also still remain purchasable on the modern Xbox Store if they're available on there." Whew, this was the part I was worried about. So, just closing on 360 consoles. Not as bad as I feared.
@somnambulance I agree. People will end up not public chatting at all just to cut out the risk. This will hurt team deathmatch games where communication with strangers on your team can impact how well you do. Gonna eventually be party chat or no chat at all for people.
People will just revert to code words and Ned Flanderisms. Which I'm all for. This stuff never works like intended and usually just pisses more people off on mistaken bans having to be repealed just to appease the faux offended people.
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Re: The FTC Is Continuing To Fight Xbox's Activision Blizzard Deal
Absolutely nothing is stopping the industry leading Sony from expanding their cloud and subscription services. They have both but have no interest in doing so. That is not anywhere close to a monopoly. Even after this merger, Sony will still remain at the top due to console sales and it likely won't change anytime soon. Abyad is a moron and has no idea what a monopoly is...
Re: Four Games Will Leave Xbox Game Pass In Early December 2023
Microsoft really needs to be more considerate with this and have it setup to give a one month notice. These two week(ish) notices are not good for longer games.
Re: Four Games Will Leave Xbox Game Pass In Early December 2023
@Decimateh That's exactly why I haven't started Sea of Stars. I wanted to finish Chained Echoes first, but it just keeps going!
Re: Four Games Will Leave Xbox Game Pass In Early December 2023
@FatalBubbles Seriously thought I had it beat then all of sudden I got Mechs now and a whole new combat mechanic? Lol
Re: Four Games Will Leave Xbox Game Pass In Early December 2023
I need to finish Chained Echoes. I keep thinking I'm close to the end then something changes. Game is very long, but enjoying it.
Re: Xbox Fans Call On Microsoft To 'Pick Up' Troubled Star Wars: KOTOR Remake
First mistake was having a porting company Aspyr do it. Their ports have been hit or miss. If Microsoft did take it, it obviously should go back to Obsidian.
Re: 'The Finals' Had An Extremely Successful Beta Ahead Of Its Full Free-To-Play Launch On Xbox
@Rangers420 Guess you should've tried it on Xbox ;P
Re: Poll: What Do You Think Of Warhammer 40K: Darktide On Xbox Game Pass?
Too late to the party, and I've heard it wasn't supported well. Pass...
Re: Roundup: Here's What The Critics Are Saying About Alan Wake 2
Always some rando reviewer at the bottom that nobody's heard of, who's just lowballing for rageclicks...
Re: After Just One Week, Paradox Is Already Admitting Defeat With The Lamplighters League
This is why you don't release a game that can't even run well. Too many devs think they can and just patch it later. People are getting sick of it.
Re: Talking Point: Would You Like A Detachable Disc Drive For Xbox Series S?
Sure, don't look that much slimmer, especially with the disc drive. I miss the days of PS2 Slim. Now that was slimmer!
Re: Chants Of Sennaar Nominated For 'Xbox Game Of The Year' At Golden Joystick Awards
Has anyone even heard of this game before?
Re: Modern Warfare 3 Multiplayer Reveal Trailer Showcases Classic COD Maps In Action
ADHD: The Game Trailer
Re: FTC Continues To Challenge Xbox's Takeover Of Activision Blizzard
I'm sure they'll find more taxpayer resources somewhere...
Re: SEGA Announces Shock Cancellation Of Multiplayer Shooter 'Hyenas'
@Cherip-the-Ripper @dreadful Was Creative Assembly laughing at something? I missed this.
Re: Here's What's Included In September 2023's 'Bonus' Xbox Update
@FraserG You should cover (if you aren't planning on it already) that at the Meta event, the Zucc announced that X-Cloud is coming to Quest VR in December.
Re: Final Warning! Marvel's Avengers Is Being Delisted On Xbox This Week
@MrList That makes no sense
Re: Private Division Unveils New Lord Of The Rings Game 'Tales Of The Shire'
Lemme guess, Shire-dew Valley
Re: FTC Denies Involvement In Huge Xbox Leak, Blames Microsoft Instead
As if we can trust the FTC though lol!
Re: 'Biggest Leak In Xbox History' Reveals New Console Plans, Upcoming Games & More
Tbh, this isn't as bad of a leak as it sounded. Most of the Bethesda plans were already expected sequels and a couple remasters, while the surprises are still coded to project names. The console/controller is a bigger deal for Xbox, though they aren't even really mid-gen upgrades.
Re: Here's What The Critics Are Saying About 'Lies Of P' On Xbox Game Pass
The review bomber sites for clicks need to stop getting covered.
Re: Unity Responds To Major Concerns About New 'Runtime Fees' And Xbox Game Pass Titles
And Unity CEO John Riccitiello sells shares 4 days ago hmmm... Someone knew this would not be received well...
Re: Here's What Might Be Leaving Xbox Game Pass In October 2023
I highly doubt it on Plague Tale. But yes, I need to finish Signalis.
Re: Roundup: Here's What The Critics Think Of Starfield So Far
@tallythwack Not surprising you wouldn't get it.
Re: Roundup: Here's What The Critics Think Of Starfield So Far
@tallythwack And yet, here you are.
Re: Roundup: Here's What The Critics Think Of Starfield So Far
Wonder how high IGN would score it if it was Playstation exclusive.
Re: Xbox Fan Sparks Huge Debate After Receiving First 'Strike' For Bad Language
Never saw that coming... Sure didn't say this would backfire...
Re: Xbox Boss Warns Of Potential Delays With ActiBlizz Titles On Game Pass
@FenIsMightier Congrats on beating a Wii U game from 10 years ago.
Re: Xbox Boss Warns Of Potential Delays With ActiBlizz Titles On Game Pass
@FenIsMightier Right, cuz "I don't have much time for video games these days, and I've also increasingly lost interest in it as a medium" has all to do with "trash" and not your lack of time/desire to play it... If you are gonna gripe about game quality, at least quantify what quality looks like to you. What you are saying just comes across as smugness when it sounds like you really just have other priorities.
Re: Xbox Boss Warns Of Potential Delays With ActiBlizz Titles On Game Pass
@FenIsMightier So, because you aren't a gamer anymore, that means Game Pass is a bad value? Sounds like a you problem.
Re: Xbox Game Pass Title 'Sea Of Stars' Is Getting Absolutely Incredible Reviews
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Re: Baldur's Gate 3 Confirmed For Xbox In 2023, Series S Version Ditching Local Co-Op
@Sol4ris Can't sue Microsoft for a 3rd party decision. If 1st party did that, they may have a class-action case, but even then, depends on the fine print.
Re: Upcoming Lord Of The Rings Game Delayed To 2024, But Only On Xbox
I can wait forever. This game looks like crap. More likely it won't even make a profit on Xbox so they aren't in any rush. This game looks like a 360 game. So the S being the issue is BS IMO.
Re: Hyperkin Announces New Xbox Controller With Hall Effect Sticks And Impulse Triggers
Why the crap would you make it a lesser Playstation design and not even make it wireless and no rear buttons? Can you fail any harder?!?!
Re: Cancelled Immortals Fenyx Rising Sequel Was Reportedly An 'Ambitious' Change For Ubisoft
Ubisoft is a joke
Re: Bethesda Exec Responds To 'Unprofessional' Criticism Of Starfield's Menu Screen
Did this guy ever play Skyrim, Fallout or any Bethesda game? They've always has the simplistic style start menu... Such a stupid thing to gripe about in the first place...
Re: Microsoft Announces The Xbox 360 Store Will Close In July 2024
@Grackler You cannot buy on the xbox.com website?
Re: Microsoft Announces The Xbox 360 Store Will Close In July 2024
"Backwards compatible titles will also still remain purchasable on the modern Xbox Store if they're available on there." Whew, this was the part I was worried about. So, just closing on 360 consoles. Not as bad as I feared.
Re: Xbox Exclusive Hi-Fi RUSH Has Now Surpassed 3 Million Players
@J_Mo_Money Have to imagine there will be.
Re: Xbox Exclusive Hi-Fi RUSH Has Now Surpassed 3 Million Players
Game was excellent! Well deserved.
Re: Starfield Has Officially Gone Gold, Xbox & PC Preload Dates Revealed
@Exerion76 It means it isn't getting delayed again.
Re: SEGA Reveals First Gameplay From Its Upcoming Shooter 'Hyenas'
So Prey Multiplayer
Re: Phil Spencer Responds To Concerns Over New Xbox Enforcement System
@somnambulance I agree. People will end up not public chatting at all just to cut out the risk. This will hurt team deathmatch games where communication with strangers on your team can impact how well you do. Gonna eventually be party chat or no chat at all for people.
Re: Phil Spencer Responds To Concerns Over New Xbox Enforcement System
The fact that people are madder that they can't more easily ban people for a year vs it being harder to says a lot about the state of society today...
Re: Xbox Introduces New 'Strike' System For Handling Bans / Suspensions
People will just revert to code words and Ned Flanderisms. Which I'm all for. This stuff never works like intended and usually just pisses more people off on mistaken bans having to be repealed just to appease the faux offended people.
Re: Xbox Introduces New 'Strike' System For Handling Bans / Suspensions
@OrfeasDourvas I hope so.
Re: Inside Dev Reveals 'Crazy' Discussion With Phil Spencer Over Xbox Deal
@Kaloudz If pants means underwear, why isn't it called underwear? ;P
Re: Inside Dev Reveals 'Crazy' Discussion With Phil Spencer Over Xbox Deal
@Cashews And yet the practice of buying exclusivity has worked wonders for Sony.
Re: Kentucky Route Zero: TV Edition Is Getting A Free Xbox Series X|S Upgrade Next Week
Upgrade? Good game, but not sure how much more you can upgrade a game that's visually out of the 90s
Re: Here's A First Look At Xbox's New Voice Chat Reporting Feature
@EVIL-C Nice 8 days later comment and that's the best joke you could come up with? Expected nothing less from a "proud" Canadian though aye.