Thanks for the recommendation Fraser - I started Shredders a few days ago and love it. There are quirks, being such a small dev team, but as a snowboarder it’s such a great game.
@pip_muzz instead of dropping the game, just ignore the challenges. The per match XP is enough to level the pass. And even if not, it’s all cosmetic. Enjoy the game instead!
Honestly, my favorite feature of the new generation. I can't imagine life without it. Huge huge selling point of the console hardware. When I have to boot up a game cold I am always shocked at how long it takes in comparison.
@uptownsoul The S was designed as a “weak” device. You’re acting like it’s not operating as intended. This is not a problem, it’s a feature: low cost and low performance, with the next-Gen features like quick resume, fast SSD, etc. They’ve always maintained that it was capable of good performance but nothing like the X.
@OliverOwen yeah this is more content than a lot of full releases. I’ll still wait for a sale since why not but very pleased with the amount of content they’re releasing.
@Dezzy70 Of course, nearly everyone loves top end AAA. The point is that there is plenty of great AA and Indie games - that are often better than the AAA games. Not everything needs to be AAA.
@OliverOwen I’m with you - I have yet to play Rogue or Syndicate but have put more hours in AC then any other series by far. I don’t know what it is but I just love them.
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Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (April 9-10)
Still playing Shredders and loving every moment of it. What a great snowboarding sim.
Re: Get Ready, The Xbox Spring Sale Is Right Around The Corner
I’m refreshing majornelson.com every few hours hoping it’s live today!
Re: Hardware Review: PowerA Duo Charging Station For Xbox Series X|S
IMO, get 2200mah+ batteries. 1100 is too little.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (April 2-3)
@fiskadoro I’ve never played the franchise but follow F1 and enjoy arcade racers. Should I play it?
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (April 2-3)
Thanks for the recommendation Fraser - I started Shredders a few days ago and love it. There are quirks, being such a small dev team, but as a snowboarder it’s such a great game.
Re: PSA: Buying LEGO Star Wars On Xbox? Check Microsoft Rewards First
Got it. Don’t buy many games but with Elden Ring and now this, lots of rewards.
Re: Rumour: Microsoft Might Permanently 'Combine' Xbox Live Gold With Game Pass
Simple: remove Gold entirely. Make it free to all.
Re: Xbox Exclusive Warhammer 40,000: Darktide Releases This September
@Nightcrawler71 IIRC you can play with three bots, but yes it’s always a four person party.
Re: Phil Spencer Says Xbox Is 'About The Diversity Of Business Models', Not Just Game Pass
70% GP, 25% digital, and a few discs when they’re very cheap.
Re: Rumour: Xbox Has Some New 'Hardware' To Announce In 2022
Xbox Handheld please!
Re: Hands On: The Skywalker Saga Is LEGO Star Wars At Its Very Best
GOTY 2022. Move over Elden Ring.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (March 19-20)
Finishing The Ascent, some hours into Elden Ring, and will try Shredders.
Re: Reaction: Hogwarts Legacy Could Be The Biggest Game Of 2022
Not an HP fan but the gameplay looks engaging and deep.
Re: Hogwarts Legacy Is Pure Single Player With No Microtransactions
Love to hear it. The beauty of a purely SP experience is that you can wait until a steep sale to get the game, and not miss out on anything!
This will give me time to actually read the rest of the books, and maybe watch the movies too...
Re: Talking Point: How Many Games Have You Bought In 2022 So Far?
Wow I’m surprised how few ya’ll buy! At 11 so far.
Re: Review: Shredders - An Ideal Snowboarding Game For Xbox Game Pass
@fraserG how hard are the achievements?
Re: Xbox Wants To Provide A 'Steady Flow Of Great Games' Moving Forward
Nah give my backlog a break 😂
Re: Soapbox: Live Service Expectations Are The Issue, Not Halo Infinite
Thank you! Agree 100%. Don’t let GaaS distract you from the gameplay. Ignore cosmetics and just play Halo!
Re: Ubisoft Is Looking For People To Play Skull & Bones Early
@RedShirtRod A better version of black flag is all I’ve wanted for years.
Re: Review: Assassin's Creed Valhalla: Dawn Of Ragnarök - A Fantastical Outing
Valhalla has turned not only into my favorite of the franchise (dethroning IV) but one of my favorite RPGs. Video games are great!
Re: Deals: Xbox Is Hosting A Massive Assassin's Creed Sale This Week
@Fulkaffe I know, amazed. The people most loyal to the game are the only ones without a discount.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (March 5-6)
Too many! Elden Ring, LEGO DC Super Villians, and Wolf Among Us are my top priorities.
Re: 343 Announces Halo Infinite's Season 2 Update, Launching This May
@pip_muzz instead of dropping the game, just ignore the challenges. The per match XP is enough to level the pass. And even if not, it’s all cosmetic. Enjoy the game instead!
Re: Review: Elden Ring - FromSoftware's Crowning Achievement
While I didn’t preorder, I fell to the hype. After reviews were clear it was great, I bought it. My first attempt at a souls game.
Re: Turtle Beach Is Releasing A Wireless Headset With '48 Hours+' Battery Life
I feel like the Microsoft wireless ones last that long, but maybe that's just a feeling...
Re: Here's What's Included In The Day One Patch For Elden Ring On Xbox
I saw early that framerate was more stable on PS, has it improved on the Series X with this patch?
Re: Pick One: If You Reviewed CrossfireX, What Score Would You Give It?
@AdamCorela saving that line for later use.
Re: Talking Point: How Useful Do You Find Quick Resume On Xbox Series X|S?
Honestly, my favorite feature of the new generation. I can't imagine life without it. Huge huge selling point of the console hardware. When I have to boot up a game cold I am always shocked at how long it takes in comparison.
Re: Cyberpunk 2077 Has Everyone Praising Xbox Smart Delivery Again
@uptownsoul The S was designed as a “weak” device. You’re acting like it’s not operating as intended. This is not a problem, it’s a feature: low cost and low performance, with the next-Gen features like quick resume, fast SSD, etc. They’ve always maintained that it was capable of good performance but nothing like the X.
Re: Cyberpunk 2077 Players Frustrated With 30FPS On Xbox Series S
I bought my S for a small 1080p monitor. I hope they can add some options!
Re: Fortnite Fans Complain About Lack Of Gyro Aiming Support On Xbox
No thanks, not at all.
Re: Cyberpunk 2077 Is Showing Up As 'Optimised For Xbox Series X|S'
@Thenewguy there is no way they release anything buggy. It’ll be their death.
Re: Xbox Is Getting A New Feature For Quick Resume Very Soon
Quick Resume has to be my favorite feature of this generation. Now to decide what to pin…
Re: Call Of Duty 2022 And Warzone 2 Details Revealed By Activision
@Kooky_Daisuke yeah I’m curious if they’ll be able to work out a deal before the sale.
Re: Video: Here's A First Look At Assassin's Creed Valhalla: Dawn Of Ragnarok Gameplay
@OliverOwen yeah this is more content than a lot of full releases. I’ll still wait for a sale since why not but very pleased with the amount of content they’re releasing.
Re: CrossfireX Is Out Now On Xbox, And First Impressions Aren't Good At All
@Dezzy70 Of course, nearly everyone loves top end AAA. The point is that there is plenty of great AA and Indie games - that are often better than the AAA games. Not everything needs to be AAA.
Re: CrossfireX Is Out Now On Xbox, And First Impressions Aren't Good At All
@Dezzy70 what is with people’s obsession with AAA games? There is a lot lot more to this hobby than blockbuster games.
Re: Ubisoft Reportedly Releasing 'Smaller In Scope' Assassin's Creed Title By 2023
@OliverOwen I’m with you - I have yet to play Rogue or Syndicate but have put more hours in AC then any other series by far. I don’t know what it is but I just love them.
Re: Halo Infinite No Longer In Xbox Live's Top Five As Player Numbers Decline
Where are they getting their numbers? Anyone know?
TA has it still in second based on their data of a sample of Xbox users: https://www.trueachievements.com/news/type/chart
And that’s based on 2 million global users.
Re: GTA 5 Launches March 15 For Xbox Series X|S, Includes Ray-Tracing
I’ve made it this far without playing it, why stop now?
Re: 343 Isn't Ready To Share An Update On Halo Infinite's Co-Op And Forge Mode Just Yet
I’m still having loads of fun with it. I can wait.
Re: Pick One: Which Of These February Xbox Releases Are You Most Excited For?
None. Sorry, none my jam. Will be playing Hitman, Halo, and Gears 2.
Re: Blizzard Is Working On A Brand-New Survival Game For Console & PC
What qualifies as a survival game?
Re: Rumour: Another Xbox Franchise Is Getting A Remastered Collection
@umeandgames don’t worry - if it isn’t Gears, the old versions still play great. They’ve updated the first and 2 still looks great.
Re: Talking Point: What Have You Bought In The Xbox Backwards Compatibility Sale?
Ended up getting Max Payne 3. Excited to try.
Re: Blizzard Delays Overwatch 2 And Diablo IV
@Royalblues good call
Re: Talking Point: What February 2022 Xbox Games With Gold Do You Want?
… is it too early to ask for some old Activision titles?
Re: Bethesda Shares Starfield Concept Art Clip Showing 'New Atlantis'
@Medic_Alert I have negative hype for it. Whatever their track record, every game is new. I need gameplay and polish. Anyone can make concept art.
Re: Xbox Fans Call For Microsoft To Bring Back Classic Activision Games
Tony Hawk is a no-brainer - the remake was hugely popular. Bring back 3+4, and make a new one!
Re: Xbox Game Pass Now Boasts 25 Million Subscribers
@WCB stack up three years worth and keep it topped off!