Nothing short of a disaster. While I never expected an Xbox game to take the prize (Forza is my top pick, but I realize it’s a little more niche) I at least expected something you know good.
If the rumors are true that a switch 2 won’t even be as powerful as the PS4/XB1 then it’s not looking good for ol’ Nindtendy as more and more devs stop working on the less powerful hardware.
Had mine for about a year now, as a new player I’ve had no end of fantastic content for just the cost of the monthly sub. Shout out to the modern warfare series for being that killer app.
I think MS is doing a good job moving people away from thinking about success in terms of purely “sold copies” Netflix (before they lost like half their market share) killed juggernauts without “selling” a single dvd.
One of these days I’m d love to see the subtext say something like “Including some just completely awful titles” or “Thankfully nothing of value is being lost”
This highlights why the service is so poorly received. These are both games that are mediocre-good (certainly nothing amazing) and several years old. So most people who would enjoy these relatively niche games already played them in 2020
Last November I picked up a Series X because I saw all the positive coverage for MW2 (2).
Booting that game up having not played a Call of Duty title since Black Ops 2 was jaw dropping. I also had an absolutely great time playing Citizen Sleeper as my first GamePass download on it.
I’m not sure where else to ask this but with Telltale back in action have they said anything about whether or not they plan to finish their old projects (Batman and Minecraft specifically would be nice) or whether Minecraft Story Mode Chapter 2 will see a rerelease?
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Re: Poll: How Many Xbox Games Have You Actually Bought In 2023?
About 50/50 for me. I had to have MW3 physical (even got a sick steel book) but digital sales are so prolific these days.
Re: PSA: Baldur's Gate 3 Has A Worrying Issue With Corrupted Saves On Xbox
GOTY everyone, and people say AAA gaming is doomed.
Re: Poll: How Would You Grade The Game Awards 2023?
Nothing short of a disaster. While I never expected an Xbox game to take the prize (Forza is my top pick, but I realize it’s a little more niche) I at least expected something you know good.
Re: Xbox Would Like Game Pass On 'Every Screen' Including PlayStation & Nintendo
Put it on Switch and just crush Sony.
Re: Call Of Duty: MW3 Players 'Grinded More Than A Full Plate' On Thanksgiving Holiday
I think that the game is quite good. Probably my favorite version of Zombies since BO2.
Re: 10 Years Since Its Release, Let's Celebrate The Biggest Turnaround In Xbox History
At least it wasn’t the Wii U!
Re: Xbox Leadership Features In TIME's Top 100 Climate List For 2023
All it took was throwing the install base under the bus and making our experience a little worse.
Re: Hogwarts Legacy Isn't Fully Open World On Switch Compared To Xbox
@HotGoomba
I hope so.
Re: Hogwarts Legacy Isn't Fully Open World On Switch Compared To Xbox
If the rumors are true that a switch 2 won’t even be as powerful as the PS4/XB1 then it’s not looking good for ol’ Nindtendy as more and more devs stop working on the less powerful hardware.
Re: Talking Point: Xbox Series X|S Has Been Out For Three Years, And It's Now Hitting Its Stride
Had mine for about a year now, as a new player I’ve had no end of fantastic content for just the cost of the monthly sub. Shout out to the modern warfare series for being that killer app.
Re: Blizzard On The Possibility Of WoW On Xbox: 'We Are Microsoft Now'
Xbox becoming the MMO console is actually kind of a cool tonight.
Re: Xbox Series X|S Sales Had A Strong Week In Japan, Rarely Beating Out PS5
Hopefully a trend.
Re: Zombie MMO 'The Day Before' Re-Emerges With Steam Release Date
Wasn’t this revealed as a massive scam?
Re: Lies Of P Has Sold 1 Million Copies Already, Despite Its Inclusion With Xbox Game Pass
I think MS is doing a good job moving people away from thinking about success in terms of purely “sold copies” Netflix (before they lost like half their market share) killed juggernauts without “selling” a single dvd.
Re: Limited Run CEO Claims Walmart May Be Dropping Physical Xbox Games Soon
Source: Trust me bro!
Re: Activision Says Xbox Can 'Take Games In The Library And Remake Them' Post-Acquisition
WoW console port for game pass? Extremely unlikely I know but hey that’d be cool.
Re: Best Buy Will Reportedly Stop Selling Physical Media Next Year
Just saw the updated report, and like what always happens Best Buy may have walked it back but that just means it’ll happen later than planned.
Re: It's Finally Over! Activision Blizzard Is Now Officially Part Of Xbox
Nice, I do hope we get some older Black Ops titles on Gamepass soon. BO2 is one of my personal favorites.
Re: Reminder: Seven Games Are Leaving Xbox Game Pass Today (September 30)
One of these days I’m d love to see the subtext say something like “Including some just completely awful titles” or “Thankfully nothing of value is being lost”
Re: Deals: 300+ Games Included In This Week's Xbox Sales (September 26 - October 3)
Oh I don’t have CP77 and a discount right after the update that makes it good. Sign me up!
Re: Microsoft Is Targeting 2028 For A 'Hybrid' Next Generation Xbox Console
I’m surprised you guys are allowed to cover this stuff.
Re: Xbox Apparently 'Wants' To Overhaul Achievements, Someday
This is a terrible idea for one reason, you can’t just copy Sony’s homework if you want to stand out.
Re: Where's Our Starfield Review?
So far the PC version has 27 critic reviews with an average score of 90 (metacritic).
It took until the 11th hour, but it looks like MS is finally redeeming themselves this year!
Re: Xbox Game Pass Title 'Sea Of Stars' Is Getting Absolutely Incredible Reviews
@Trmn8r
So right!
Re: Xbox Game Pass Title 'Sea Of Stars' Is Getting Absolutely Incredible Reviews
Pushsquare is that one judge that always gives a substantially lower score just cuz
Re: Review: Sea of Stars - An Instant Indie Classic Magics Its Way Onto Xbox Game Pass
I love it when these types of games don’t force to heal after every. Single. Battle.
Being able to give every fight 100% makes grinding so much more enjoyable!
Re: Talking Point: Have You Ever Bought An Xbox For One Specific Game?
While I bought it more for game pass as a service Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2 2 is what got me interested.
The only console I ever bought for a specific title was my 3Ds for Pokémon X
Re: Today's Xbox Stream Included Multiple Game Pass Announcements (Day Two At Gamescom)
Citizen Sleeper 1 was ruddy brilliant, can’t wait for more.
Re: Review: Age Of Empires 4 - The Return Of The King
Console port ftw!
Re: A Bunch Of Great Xbox 360 Games Will Be Delisted Forever Next Year
A world without Sonic 06 isn’t a world worth living in.
Re: Microsoft Announces The Xbox 360 Store Will Close In July 2024
Not surprising after they accidentally leaked this a few months ago.
Re: Talking Point: What Would Convince You To Use Xbox Cloud Gaming More Often?
No force on earth will get me on this bandwagon.
Ownership is not something I’ll trade for convenience, and the fact it’s the worst way to play games means you literally get nothing.
Re: Review: Atlas Fallen - AA Adventuring Rises Above Its Flaws With Addictive Action & Exploration
Hard to believe this site hasn’t reviewed a single game in over a month.
Re: Talking Point: Would You Be Interested In A Digital-Only Xbox Series X?
Gosh no, games are way to big to ever consider going digital only.
Re: Your Last Ever Games With Gold Titles Are Now Available On Xbox
This highlights why the service is so poorly received. These are both games that are mediocre-good (certainly nothing amazing) and several years old. So most people who would enjoy these relatively niche games already played them in 2020
Re: Talking Point: What Are Your Earliest Xbox Memories?
Last November I picked up a Series X because I saw all the positive coverage for MW2 (2).
Booting that game up having not played a Call of Duty title since Black Ops 2 was jaw dropping. I also had an absolutely great time playing Citizen Sleeper as my first GamePass download on it.
Re: Telltale Reveals Xbox Release Times For Episode 1 Of 'The Expanse'
I’m not sure where else to ask this but with Telltale back in action have they said anything about whether or not they plan to finish their old projects (Batman and Minecraft specifically would be nice) or whether Minecraft Story Mode Chapter 2 will see a rerelease?
Re: Talking Point: Would You Be Interested In Buying A New Xbox Series X Model?
No but unlike most users, it has to do with how recent I became an enjoyer of the Xbox
Re: Xbox 360 Call Of Duty Titles See Huge Player Spikes Following Server Update
Black Ops 2 is one of the greatest games ever made…IMO.
Re: Microsoft And UK CMA Agree To Pause Legal Battle Over Activision Blizzard Deal
So that’s it? CoD is now MS’s and will finally return to Nintendo consoles?
Re: Xbox Summer Demo Event 2023 Now Live, 40+ Games Available
This might sound odd, but Ghost Trick might be my personal GOTY. So I’m glad to see it here.
Re: Talking Point: Are These The Top Xbox Games Of 2023 So Far?
Lego 2k drive was good fun. I’m really looking forward to punch club 2 as well.
Re: Talking Point: Are You Excited For Capcom's Big Xbox Game Pass Launch This Month?
I'm a sucker for big robot suits, so color me intrigued.
Re: Baldur's Gate 3 Aiming For 2023 Xbox Release, But Series S Version Still Needs More Work
Is this what people mean by the current generation hasn’t really started in earnest?
Re: June's Final Xbox Game Pass Title Is Out Now, And It's A 'Harvest Moon' Remake
I hated this, it’s nothing like the original.
Re: DayZ Publisher Shows Xbox Game Pass Some Love 'For No Particular Reason'
Gamepass for life!
Re: Xbox Was Thinking About Acquiring Square Enix Back In 2019
@EvenStephen7
Breaking MS looks to purchase every video game studio except for Tiny Build!
Re: SEGA & Bungie Included In Huge List Of Companies Xbox Has Considered Acquiring
After releasing one of the worst rated games on the console, I think MS dodged a bullet.
Re: Xbox Game Pass Title Atomic Heart Gets Its First 'Explosive' DLC This August
Did they ever fix the base game?
Re: The Original COD: Warzone Is Shutting Down, And Fans Aren't Happy About It
I still don’t understand why this exists and has multiple iterations.
Is this not cannibalizing the “main” game’s player base?