It’s just the current strategy. They release “incomplete” games, then when players numbers decline, they drop an update, and everyone is talking about your game again.
I think it's important this minimum level of transparency and communication. Specially in current times of commotion in Xbox.
Users have been mentally setted to value console units sold and exclusives as the only and successful way to operate in this business. It has been a lot of years and propaganda to accept that culture, and that's rapidly changing.
@Raw_Dawg don’t get me wrong, I love Stardew Valley. What I’m seeing in these two titles is generic mobile art direction, cheap assets, and lack of unique or differentiating elements.
@AtlanteanMan on point. And these are the same reasons why retrogaming is resurfacing. The simplicity, certainty, and feeling that you are in control again as player and as a hobbyist.
I can't see a big leap in technology in the console market. Yeah, we will have more teraflops, like upgrading your PC, but nothing substantial.
It has been hard to sell Series X|S, and it would be even harder to move people to a new hardware. I don't know if this 'generation' is ending soon, but a portable Xbox seems possible as a new alternative to access Microsoft services.
I wasn't on the live chat, but with some friends sharing beers and hot-dogs, as anual tradition. But I share the exciment and enthusiasm with you, guys.
@MrMagic yeah, I agree with you. And it’s a reason why I don’t like the PlayStation framework, their philosophy on game design as inmersive, emotional, technical fest, but lacking on gameplay.
When “Game Awards” are presented by movie directors, producers, and actors, something is very wrong. At least, not the thing I understand as “games”.
Hellblade is like that. And being on Xbox let us be more honest about the place these products belong.
I think the review is on point with my experience with the first one, so it makes sense to this sequel, even I haven’t played it.
However, I feel the people who like this kind of narrative oriented 3D adventure have been hearing their instincts that they will enjoy this one a lot.
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Re: Obsidian Confirms That Avowed Runs At 30FPS On Xbox Series X|S
It’s just the current strategy. They release “incomplete” games, then when players numbers decline, they drop an update, and everyone is talking about your game again.
Re: Microsoft's New Xbox Series X And S Console Lineup Launches This October
That Galaxy Black is so sexy. I love those starry themes, like the purple galaxy 3DS. There's a starry theme in PS Vita I have in my home, as well.
Re: Roundup: All The Big Reveals From Xbox's First Gamescom 2024 Livestream
Tainted Grail: The Fall Of Avalon? Cool, the board game is great and I've heard good things about the videogame.
Re: Xbox Boss Phil Spencer Comments On Indiana Jones PS5, And Microsoft's Plan Moving Forward
I think it's important this minimum level of transparency and communication. Specially in current times of commotion in Xbox.
Users have been mentally setted to value console units sold and exclusives as the only and successful way to operate in this business. It has been a lot of years and propaganda to accept that culture, and that's rapidly changing.
Re: Former Xbox Exec Defends Phil Spencer's Recent Decisions As Head Of Xbox
It looks like the business is running him.
Re: Rumour: Xbox IP Apparently Spotted In Upcoming PS5 Exclusive
Nice. Great colaboration. And that game is on track to be great.
Re: These Three Games Are Coming To Xbox Game Pass (August 22 - September 3)
@Markatron84 Well, that's true. I'm talking for me, to be honest. Not my best fortnight.
Re: These Three Games Are Coming To Xbox Game Pass (August 22 - September 3)
@Markatron84 yeah. Less games, and not the best ones.
Re: Gamescom Opening Night Live 2024: Schedule, Where To Watch And What To Expect
Geoff Keighley? Hard pass.
Re: Xbox Attracts Controversy Over New McDonald's Ad On The Dashboard
@Doomcrow You are always leaving Xbox.
Re: Square Enix's Final Fantasy I-VI Collection Returns This October, But Still Not For Xbox
Well, finally I bought them on Switch. Still, a Xbox version would be good.
Re: Xbox Attracts Controversy Over New McDonald's Ad On The Dashboard
More e-waste, straight to your eyes. Everywhere. A new form of pollution.
Re: Take-Two CEO Says 'Rational Decisions' Result In No Day One Xbox Game Pass Releases
Different businesses models. That’s all.
Re: Microsoft Hiring Engineers To 'Define The Future Of Graphics' On Xbox
Nice. Xbox is a great ecosystem I'm confortable with, and I'm happy to continue with that relationship, specially if the portable console is real.
My current Series X is working without problem and I don't see myself upgrading in the next years.
Re: Xbox Exec 'Recommends' Tuning Into Gamescom Opening Night Live Later This Month
This guy is 100% smoke. Boring!
Re: Two More Games Quietly Announced For Xbox Game Pass In 2024
@Raw_Dawg don’t get me wrong, I love Stardew Valley. What I’m seeing in these two titles is generic mobile art direction, cheap assets, and lack of unique or differentiating elements.
Re: Two More Games Quietly Announced For Xbox Game Pass In 2024
Not the quality I expect. And I'm not talking about AA/AAA, there are high quality indies, these look like mobile games.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Buying In The Xbox Summer Sale This Year?
Bought FH4 Ultimate, and Samurai Shodown (plus its season passes).
Re: Halo Gets Game Boy Demake Treatment In 'Halo: Combat Devolved'
I discovered it recently, and I was very delighted about how faithful and cool it is. I hope the maker finish it.
Re: Sony PlayStation 'Regrettably Outspends Us', Says Xbox EMEA Marketing Boss
Migrating from Xbox to PlayStation is like changing tacos for burritos trying to leave mexican food.
Re: Talking Point: Do You Think This Generation Will Be A Short One?
@AtlanteanMan on point. And these are the same reasons why retrogaming is resurfacing. The simplicity, certainty, and feeling that you are in control again as player and as a hobbyist.
Re: Talking Point: Do You Think This Generation Will Be A Short One?
I can't see a big leap in technology in the console market. Yeah, we will have more teraflops, like upgrading your PC, but nothing substantial.
It has been hard to sell Series X|S, and it would be even harder to move people to a new hardware. I don't know if this 'generation' is ending soon, but a portable Xbox seems possible as a new alternative to access Microsoft services.
Re: Review: Dungeons Of Hinterberg (Xbox) - Solid Dungeons & Superb Vibes Make For A Fun Hipster Holiday On Game Pass
It has great visuals and the gameplay sounds good, I'm very curious about this one.
Re: Xbox Series X|S Console Sales Down A Third In Europe With 'Weaker Software Lineup' In 2024
Well, we are in the second half of the generation, so the curve is going down.
Leaving Switch aside, a generation very solid in terms of online services, and expanding audiences, but lacking a sense of identity and posterity.
Re: Talking Point: If You Had To Limit Yourself To Three Xbox Games, What Would They Be?
Halo MCC
State of Decay 2
Monster Hunter World
Re: Free-To-Play Xbox Shooter 'The First Descendant' Hits Incredible Player Milestone
Let me guess. Three months later: "The First Descendant loses 86% of their players base".
Re: 'Tipster' Suggests Xbox Will Stop Marketing Consoles In Certain Markets
Are they doing marketing?
Re: Digital Foundry Explores Why Some Games 'Run Better' On PS5 Than Xbox Series X
@WhiteRabbit Haha, great video. I'm watching. Thanks.
Re: Digital Foundry Explores Why Some Games 'Run Better' On PS5 Than Xbox Series X
People still discussing which Aladdin's version is better: Genesis or SNES. At least, those battles are fun.
Re: Talking Point: What's Been The High Point Of The Xbox Series X|S Generation So Far?
The console and ecosystem are great, but I don't think this generation would be specially remembered for their games, with some exceptions.
If Xbox deliver what we saw in the last showcase, maybe they can finish in a high note.
Re: Xbox's Avowed Is Fully Playable In Third-Person, Confirms Obsidian
Now you have my attention.
Re: Microsoft Makes Statement On The Xbox Delay For Black Myth: Wukong
PlayStation playing dirty since SEGA Saturn. What’s more annoying is how strong their ‘exclusives’ narrative was installed among their costumers.
Re: Xbox's Chief Marketing Officer Is Leaving Microsoft To Join Roblox
It’s intriguing that Roblox, a huge business, has a good perception about this guy’s job.
It makes me thing that we don’t lobos nothing of what’s happening inside.
Re: Clockwork Revolution Dev Pokes Fun As It Still 'Figures Out' Xbox Release Date
I love their sense of humor in Wasteland and social media.
Re: Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance Launches On Xbox To Fantastic Reviews
Amazing original game and series. I just want to play, but I’m poor at this moment so I’ll wait for a sale.
Re: Talking Point: Are You Interested In Any Of The New Xbox Series X|S Models?
The Galaxy one is super cool, but I’m good with my Series X.
Re: Reaction: Xbox's 2024 Showcase Felt Like A Throwback To The 360 Era, In The Best Way Possible
I wasn't on the live chat, but with some friends sharing beers and hot-dogs, as anual tradition. But I share the exciment and enthusiasm with you, guys.
Re: Poll: How Would You Grade The Xbox Games Showcase 2024?
There's nothing perfect, off course we wanted some more here and there, but overall it was great.
Re: 'Gears Of War: E-Day' Is The Next Instalment In Xbox's Famous Franchise
Man. They really made it.
Re: State Of Decay 3 Is Back As Part Of 'A New Era' For Xbox's Undead Labs
Thanks Undead Labs. Thanks.
Re: Square Enix RPG Gets A Surprise Release On Xbox Game Pass
What?! Really? This is amazing news. I’ll be playing it very very soon. Amazing, I loved the first one.
Re: Metal Slug Is Getting The 'Tactics' Treatment On Xbox Later This Year
One of my most awaited titles. Glad it’s coming to Xbox.
Re: Monster Hunter Wilds Shows Off Gameplay In First Official Trailer
Monster Hunter is one of the pinnacles of the human ingenuity.
Re: Call Of Duty: Black Ops 6 Is Launching Day One On Xbox Game Pass
This is great news and a sign of trust in a moment where that has been jeopardized by decisions and rumors.
Re: Square Enix Announces New Dragon Quest Remake For Xbox Series X|S
This is great news, for sure. I guess they are talking about III, announced before. But, who knows it's the whole Erdrick Trilogy now.
Re: Poll: What Do You Think Of The Graphics In Hellblade 2 For Xbox Series X|S?
2% needs a new eyeglasses prescription.
Re: Review: Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2 (Xbox): An Incredible Spectacle That Lacks An Essential Hook
@K1LLEGAL Yes, when trailers were shown at directs, we use to say with my brother: PlayStation fans would love this game.
Re: Review: Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2 (Xbox): An Incredible Spectacle That Lacks An Essential Hook
@MrMagic yeah, I agree with you. And it’s a reason why I don’t like the PlayStation framework, their philosophy on game design as inmersive, emotional, technical fest, but lacking on gameplay.
When “Game Awards” are presented by movie directors, producers, and actors, something is very wrong. At least, not the thing I understand as “games”.
Hellblade is like that. And being on Xbox let us be more honest about the place these products belong.
Re: Review: Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2 (Xbox): An Incredible Spectacle That Lacks An Essential Hook
I think the review is on point with my experience with the first one, so it makes sense to this sequel, even I haven’t played it.
However, I feel the people who like this kind of narrative oriented 3D adventure have been hearing their instincts that they will enjoy this one a lot.
Re: Xbox Game Pass Will See 'Changes' When Call Of Duty Arrives, Rumours Suggest
Educated guesses. I wouldn’t give any credibility to these guys.