In all my years of gaming I have never seen a game a divisive as Starfield or as many articles about every single aspect of the game, whether perceived good or bad. It is too much at this point. Just play the darn game at this point. I have never seen so much hate or anger for a game in my life. We all know why.
Here it is why it is a 10 for me. I am a huge Penn State football fan. The game started at noon. I have not missed watching or seeing a game ever in my life. I was playing this morning and got lost in the RPG goodness surveying a planet, finding new bases, caves etc. I went to get a shower at 1 PM and realized I completely forgot that Penn State was on. The first time in my life. My comment may seem dramatic but that is how engrossed I am in this game.
@Reptilio If TOTK came out as an Xbox exclusive, it would have gotten an 8. I loved BOTW but TOTK is the same game with 20 times more to do, huge same open world, lots of emptiness, etc. I couldn’t last past 10 hours. BGS and MS gets crucified for jank, old engine, bugs, it takes too long to get going, graphics are poor, bad missions, not revolutionary, not the new standard for RPG games, only 30 FPS, bad inventory system, not enough ammo. I could go on and on. Most of which is hogwash. Is TOTK that good? It doesn’t matter because it is Nintendo and gets a 10. There is such a media bias. They want Xbox to fail. I have no idea why. And by the way Starfield even with it’s jank is absolutely amazing.
The whole notion that it takes too long to get going is just an excuse to lower the score. How many games take awhile to get going? Uh, anyone play Elden Ring? That took me months to understand it and to "get going".
This game is great. Once you learn the ropes it is incredible. Unfortunately this game has become so divisive. The hype surrounding it, Bethesda bugs, half the gaming world wanting it to be terrible because it is not on Playstation, certain media outlets with an negative agenda before it was released, etc (Looking at you PC Gamer, Gamespot and Rockpapershotgun, among others). Sad times that a game gets so scrutinized for all the wrong reasons. Personally, I give it a 9 or 9.5.
It is buttery smooth on the X. I am about 4 hours in and love it so far. There is definitely a learning curve though which can be frustrating until you figure it out.
@Dusk_Actual Everything on Push is given lower scores. Quake II Remastered received a 7!! They only promote Sony first party games and overate them. I mean, they gave the Demon's Souls remake from Bluepoint a 10 (which by the way is an excellent remaster) but gave Elden Ring a 9!!!
As long as I can play my downloaded or bought games I don't care about the very few ads. Plus I like browsing the store to see the sales and watch trailers of upcoming games. Third world problems.
Wow, this thread. Yikes. Anyway, back to the topic at hand. I am very much excited for this game and it looks great. I can't wait to play it on my S and X.
Tried to play it. Just wasn’t my cup of tea. Glad others enjoyed it though. Not sure why it received nominations for awards. I guess it was the PS5 factor.
Just got to a breaking point in DS2. Such a frustrating game after beating in order Elden Ring, Bloodborne, DS3 and DS. May just stop playing and wait for Starfield. Does anyone have any tips for DS2?
The fact that the FTC is using Sony/Jim Ryan testimony as a case against this acquisition is utterly ridiculous. I thought this was the Fair Trade Commission. Obviously not. Lina Khan is an embarrassment to America.
Despite some, I will enjoy playing this at 30 FPS on the X and S. No issues here. This game is going to be incredible. If it is such blasphemy that this will not be 60 FPS on the X, don't play it. Or go buy a beefed up computer.
Playing TOTK now. It is fantastic. I will say though Immortals Fenix Rising is one of the best games I have played. It is much different than BOTW. Although there are some comparisons, it is much different and has it’s own unique style. The gaming press loved to make it a copycat of Zelda which is ridiculous. It was so annoying. It is great game and I give Ubisoft a lot of credit.
Despite all the negative press recently and a lot of it unjustified, I will be playing this as it looks great to me. The only issue I may have is that I ordered the new Zelda game. By the time I play I may get the performance mode.
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Re: New Starfield Test Suggests It Could Run At 40-60FPS On Xbox Series X
@GuyinPA75 I know me too. It is ridiculous at this point.
Re: New Starfield Test Suggests It Could Run At 40-60FPS On Xbox Series X
In all my years of gaming I have never seen a game a divisive as Starfield or as many articles about every single aspect of the game, whether perceived good or bad. It is too much at this point. Just play the darn game at this point. I have never seen so much hate or anger for a game in my life. We all know why.
Re: Poll: Based On What You've Played So Far, What Score Would You Give Starfield?
Here it is why it is a 10 for me. I am a huge Penn State football fan. The game started at noon. I have not missed watching or seeing a game ever in my life. I was playing this morning and got lost in the RPG goodness surveying a planet, finding new bases, caves etc. I went to get a shower at 1 PM and realized I completely forgot that Penn State was on. The first time in my life. My comment may seem dramatic but that is how engrossed I am in this game.
Re: Review: Starfield - Bethesda Serves Up Its Best RPG Yet In A Messy, Exciting And Emotional Space Odyssey
@Reptilio If TOTK came out as an Xbox exclusive, it would have gotten an 8. I loved BOTW but TOTK is the same game with 20 times more to do, huge same open world, lots of emptiness, etc. I couldn’t last past 10 hours. BGS and MS gets crucified for jank, old engine, bugs, it takes too long to get going, graphics are poor, bad missions, not revolutionary, not the new standard for RPG games, only 30 FPS, bad inventory system, not enough ammo. I could go on and on. Most of which is hogwash. Is TOTK that good? It doesn’t matter because it is Nintendo and gets a 10. There is such a media bias. They want Xbox to fail. I have no idea why. And by the way Starfield even with it’s jank is absolutely amazing.
Re: Ready For Launch! Starfield Is Now Available On Xbox Game Pass
The whole notion that it takes too long to get going is just an excuse to lower the score. How many games take awhile to get going? Uh, anyone play Elden Ring? That took me months to understand it and to "get going".
Re: Ready For Launch! Starfield Is Now Available On Xbox Game Pass
This game is great. Once you learn the ropes it is incredible. Unfortunately this game has become so divisive. The hype surrounding it, Bethesda bugs, half the gaming world wanting it to be terrible because it is not on Playstation, certain media outlets with an negative agenda before it was released, etc (Looking at you PC Gamer, Gamespot and Rockpapershotgun, among others). Sad times that a game gets so scrutinized for all the wrong reasons. Personally, I give it a 9 or 9.5.
Re: Early Access Players, What Are Your First Impressions Of Starfield?
It is buttery smooth on the X. I am about 4 hours in and love it so far. There is definitely a learning curve though which can be frustrating until you figure it out.
Re: Starfield Is A Solid Day One Experience On Xbox, According To Digital Foundry
I did have a bug already where the game froze and I was forced to restart. Other than that it has been fine.
Re: Roundup: Here's What The Critics Think Of Starfield So Far
I'm sold. Ready to play a 8 PM tonight.
Re: Starfield Fans, What Are Your Plans Over The Next Few Days?
Bought the premium edition with the discount on GP. Downloaded and ready to rock at 8 PM EST!!!! Let's go!!!
Re: Starfield 'Children Of The Sky' Music Video Is Here, And It's Giving Us The Chills
I liked it. Sounds great combined with the original Starfield soundtrack. Man do some of you like to complain.
Re: Quake 2 Remastered Dev Wants To Work On Xbox 360 Classic 'The Darkness'
Man, Nightdive is incredible!!Do it.
Re: Review: Armored Core VI: Fires Of Rubicon - A Stellar Slice Of Mech Action That Stays True To The Series' Roots
@Dusk_Actual Everything on Push is given lower scores. Quake II Remastered received a 7!! They only promote Sony first party games and overate them. I mean, they gave the Demon's Souls remake from Bluepoint a 10 (which by the way is an excellent remaster) but gave Elden Ring a 9!!!
Re: Phil Spencer Remains Tight-Lipped On Whether Final Fantasy 7 Remake Will Come To Xbox
Sony has paid too much to exclude Xbox with these games. The future may be different however.
Re: Here's Everything That Was Revealed At Gamescom Opening Night Live 2023
Starfield Starfield Starfield!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Re: Quake 2 Remastered A 'Stunning' Re-Release, Says Digital Foundry
And the Push review gives it the lowest score of any outlet. I wonder why.
Re: Microsoft Unveils Custom Armored Core 6 Xbox Series X Console
I love it. I’ll take it.
Re: Starfield Preloads Now Live, 100GB+ Download Size On Xbox & PC
Already made space. Will download in a day or two.
Re: Xbox Fans React Poorly As Big 'Store' Button Replaces 'Browse My Games' In Latest Update
As long as I can play my downloaded or bought games I don't care about the very few ads. Plus I like browsing the store to see the sales and watch trailers of upcoming games. Third world problems.
Re: Forza Motorsport's Multiplayer Looks Awesome, But Split-Screen Didn't Make The Cut
Wow, this thread. Yikes. Anyway, back to the topic at hand. I am very much excited for this game and it looks great. I can't wait to play it on my S and X.
Re: Five Games Are Confirmed For Xbox Game Pass In September So Far
Starfield, that is all.
Re: Hands On: Stray Is A Cat-Tastic Adventure, And It's Now Available On Xbox
Tried to play it. Just wasn’t my cup of tea. Glad others enjoyed it though. Not sure why it received nominations for awards. I guess it was the PS5 factor.
Re: Talking Point: Should Xbox Make A Revised Controller With Haptic Feedback?
I have both and the PS5 controller seams at least to me more like a gimmick. I like the Xbox one better and I think it is more ergonomical.
Re: Forza Motorsport Leaked Images Show Off Gorgeous Ray Tracing Features
I must be blind because I think the demos look incredible. Why are people constantly complaining.
Re: Phil Spencer Says Xbox Is 'Focused' On Improving Handheld PC Gaming Experience
So many people whining on here. WTF.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (July 22-23)
Just got to a breaking point in DS2. Such a frustrating game after beating in order Elden Ring, Bloodborne, DS3 and DS. May just stop playing and wait for Starfield. Does anyone have any tips for DS2?
Re: Hogwarts Legacy Sales Still Soaring As Game Tops Europe's 2023 Charts
I refuse to play until one year. Sony moneyhatted this game as well.
Re: Poll: Are You Buying The 'Early Access Upgrade' For Starfield?
I am going to get it
Re: Microsoft & Sony Sign Binding Agreement To Keep Call Of Duty On PlayStation
@HonestHick nice and thank you.
Re: Microsoft & Sony Sign Binding Agreement To Keep Call Of Duty On PlayStation
@HonestHick I never tried Diablo. I am thinking about giving it a try. What do you like about it?
Re: Xbox Ultimate Game Sale 2023 Now Live, 700+ Games Discounted
Elden Ring is worth $250. Grab it if you haven't played it.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (July 8-9)
Darn DS2. Wanted to hate it. Just can’t.
Re: Sony Reveals The Moment That 'Set Alarm Bells Ringing' Over Xbox's ActiBlizz Deal
The fact that the FTC is using Sony/Jim Ryan testimony as a case against this acquisition is utterly ridiculous. I thought this was the Fair Trade Commission. Obviously not. Lina Khan is an embarrassment to America.
Re: Microsoft Was Interested In Buying Zynga At One Point, Reveals Xbox Boss
@MayaMousavi I have never heard such horse manure in my life from all of your comments.
Re: Microsoft Announces Price Increases For Xbox Series X And Xbox Game Pass
No one likes increases but it is still a great value.
Re: Review: Starfield Xbox Wireless Controller - Don't Sleep On This Special Edition Delight
My red controller has seen better days. May need to pick this one up.
Re: Todd Howard Says Starfield Is 'Great' On Xbox Series S
Despite some, I will enjoy playing this at 30 FPS on the X and S. No issues here. This game is going to be incredible. If it is such blasphemy that this will not be 60 FPS on the X, don't play it. Or go buy a beefed up computer.
Re: Starfield Will Run At 4K / 30FPS On Xbox Series X, 1440p / 30FPS On Series S
Can’t wait for this game. What a masterpiece we are in store for. Who gives an eff about 60 fps. Chill out dudes.
Re: Bethesda's Huge Starfield Direct Gameplay Blowout Was Everything We Wanted
It was unbelievable. I can’t wait.
Re: Poll: How Would You Grade The Xbox Games Showcase 2023?
Easy A for me. Starfield, wow.
Re: Xbox Boss Phil Spencer Congratulates Blizzard On Diablo 4's 'Amazing Success'
@InterceptorAlpha What the heck are you talking/arguing about? They made a great game and millions are buying it. Relax.
Re: Review: Diablo 4 - Blizzard's Biggest Diablo Game Ever, But Is It The Best?
Never played Diablo before. This looks really good. May have to buy this although I have never been a fan of top down or isometric graphics.
Re: Dragon's Dogma 2 Gameplay Finally Showcased Almost A Year After First Teaser
Bought the first one. Still need to play it!
Re: Assassin's Creed Mirage Gameplay Trailer Confirms October 2023 Release Date
Looks great. The graphics are amazing. Day one purchase for me.
Re: Final Fantasy 16 Team 'Looked At All Options' Before Deciding On (Timed) PS5 Exclusivity
Is this turned based?
Re: UK CMA Encouraged To Promote 'Economic Growth' Despite Reservations Over ActiBlizz Deal
The FTC and CMA definitely colluded over this despite what the media is reporting. I guess socialism is best.
Re: Video: 10 Xbox Games To Play If You Like The Look Of Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom
Playing TOTK now. It is fantastic. I will say though Immortals Fenix Rising is one of the best games I have played. It is much different than BOTW. Although there are some comparisons, it is much different and has it’s own unique style. The gaming press loved to make it a copycat of Zelda which is ridiculous. It was so annoying. It is great game and I give Ubisoft a lot of credit.
Re: Review: Redfall - Arkane's Undead Experiment Brings Mixed Results To Xbox Game Pass
Yikes. Embarrassing for Xbox. How could they release a game in such a sorry state? Is this like Fallout 76 again?
Re: Redfall Final Preview Shows Huge Differences Between Solo And Co-Op Play
Despite all the negative press recently and a lot of it unjustified, I will be playing this as it looks great to me. The only issue I may have is that I ordered the new Zelda game. By the time I play I may get the performance mode.
Re: 'No Xbox' Begins Trending On Twitter As Another Game Skips The Platform At Launch
Wow the comments today!!! Over Oxenfree 2.