So let me get this straight...the FTC still wants to block the merger. The same merger that's already happened and at this point is finished. What a waste of tax dollars.
Honestly this panic feels ridiculous. Next week will come an announcement will be made that will be different than what's expected. Xbox will still be Xbox though maybe with Gamepass/a game or two going on another platform. Honestly Starfield being released on PS5 is a solid idea. Which is one I'm thinking the most at risk of going multiplatform. As Xbox sales were obismal because of Gamepass. It would help with that deficit.
Starfield should be multi platform. As sales for it on xbox I'm sure are low because of gamepass. Though I think there is some sort of agreement here that we haven't heard about with Sony
For a studio who's expertise is fps this makes sense. I was expecting third person but I'm fine with this. As Machine Games is known for quality fps games. Like the Wolfenstein franchise.
My biggest issue with the collection is online coop. As some games namely halo 3 and odst have pretty substantial issues with its software being dated. It often lags out because the system hasn't been updated
Honestly it to me worked to the games advantage as it completely blindsided the Xbox community. I mean... a game of the year contender AAA title coming out of nowhere was honestly genious.
@ZuneTattooGuy I've been playing g it, it's story is cool with Bioshock vibes. Though no weapons or powers to speak of. Is mainly solving puzzles while exploring and running away from threats.
@rustyduck it's only pvp. It's a WW2 simulator and a darn good one. In game chat is needed as you have a small plattoon you are in. You don't really have a map so you your CO communicates or hears chatter through their radio about enemy positions. There's also no indicator about enemy whereabouts. So you have to rely 100% on your platoon for callouts. You won't have any hit indicators if you do kill someone either or even know if you got anyone. Like some solders in WW2 you see an enemy in the distance and shoot. You may not know you got a kill till the end of the game. I short the game is hard as crap. Run and gun tactics don't work.
@somnambulance See I waited until I found it at GameSpot for $10. So at least it wasn't a loss for me. But the parkour aspect needed work as sliding the way was advertised didn't work half the time.
Fun game, but please Bethesda keep updates coming. I want more in depth aspects of this game to be addressed. Story updates as well as job updates ie crafting, cooking, piracy, bounty hunting.. also patch out at least 25% of glitches. I'm tired of falling through my map in New Atlantis.
Halo 3, Bioshock, Gears of War..... Oblivion I had 4 character with over 300+ hours on each...the game kept locking up and I'd have to delete all my save data and start fresh
Honestly LOVED it when it came out. Played for 150+ hours...but somewhere along the way I got bored. It honestly feels like something is missing yet i cant put my finger on it. The lore wasnt really delved into much and the Terrormorphs were kind of a let down. I do believe it will be phenomenal eventually after mutch needed quality of life upgrades.
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Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (February 10-11)
Playing some Dark Souls 3
Re: The FTC Is Concerned About Xbox's Recent Batch Of Employee Layoffs
So let me get this straight...the FTC still wants to block the merger. The same merger that's already happened and at this point is finished. What a waste of tax dollars.
Re: 'Xbox No Longer Making Consoles' Begins Trending As Panic Continues
Honestly this panic feels ridiculous. Next week will come an announcement will be made that will be different than what's expected. Xbox will still be Xbox though maybe with Gamepass/a game or two going on another platform. Honestly Starfield being released on PS5 is a solid idea. Which is one I'm thinking the most at risk of going multiplatform. As Xbox sales were obismal because of Gamepass. It would help with that deficit.
Re: Xbox Fans Urged To Remain Calm As Emotions Run Wild On Social Media
I honestly don't care if an Xbox exclusive goes to PS5 so long as they trade one of theirs
Re: Phil Spencer Addresses Xbox Speculation Ahead Of 'Business Update Event'
Honestly from a financial standpoint porting Starfield might be a good decision. As physical sales were obismal on xbox due to Gamepass.
Re: 'Excellent' JRPG Persona 3 Reload Is Available Today With Xbox Game Pass (February 2)
Persona 3 I played on ps2 and loved. I can't wait to play an updated version
Re: Starfield, Indiana Jones And Many Other 'Xbox Exclusives' Could Be Heading To PS5
Starfield should be multi platform. As sales for it on xbox I'm sure are low because of gamepass. Though I think there is some sort of agreement here that we haven't heard about with Sony
Re: Pick One: Which Is Your Favourite Obsidian Game On Xbox?
Grounded easily, but Outer Words and New Vegas aren't far behind
Re: Gears Of War Creator Says He Rejected A PG-13 Movie Proposal
I mean... he's not wrong. XD
Hope his job is safe. If I told my bosses screw you guys I might get fired.
Re: Talking Point: Do You Think Xbox Will Release Another Disc-Based Console?
It will happen sooner or later just sad to see physical copies go. Growing up in the Blockbuster Era was so much fun.
Re: Poll: What Do You Think Of Palworld On Xbox Game Pass So Far?
For early access the game is a blast. Like a more forgiving ARK Survival Evolved but with Pokemon
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (January 20-21)
Currently playing Palworld and We Happy Few
Re: Bethesda Explains Why Xbox's Indiana Jones Game Will Be 'Mostly' First-Person
For a studio who's expertise is fps this makes sense. I was expecting third person but I'm fine with this. As Machine Games is known for quality fps games. Like the Wolfenstein franchise.
Re: Two Games Are Available Today With Xbox Game Pass (January 16)
Resident evil 2 is fantastic
Re: Report: Hellblade 2 Release Date Set For This May On Xbox Series X|S
Oh dang! That's crazy I was expecting 2025
Re: Palworld's Reviews Have Arrived Ahead Of Its Xbox Game Pass Launch
Nice can't wait to try
Re: Stalker 2's Updated Screenshots Show Refreshed HUD Ahead Of 2024 Game Pass Launch
I'm pumped for Stalker, though they can take all the time they need. I'm in no rush
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (January 13-14)
Beat Gylt, now playing Grounded, Fortnite and Generation Zero with some friends
Re: Starfield Teases Its 'Biggest' Update Yet, Here's What You Can Expect
Hey, a solid step in the right direction.
Re: Talking Point: 10 Years Later, What Do You Think Of 'The Master Chief Collection' In 2024?
My biggest issue with the collection is online coop. As some games namely halo 3 and odst have pretty substantial issues with its software being dated. It often lags out because the system hasn't been updated
Re: Poll: How Often Do You Buy DLC Packs & Expansions For Your Games?
If I spend more than 50 hours in a game and I love it I consider it worthy of me buying dlc.
Re: Indiana Jones Trademark Reveals Potential Name For Upcoming Xbox Title
I am pumped for a legit Indiana Jones experience
Re: Two Games Are Available Today With Xbox Game Pass (January 11)
We Happy Few is interesting I'm happy to be able to continue playing it
Re: Poll: Which Games Will Get Release Dates At Xbox Developer Direct?
It would be pretty cool if Avowed was a sleeper drop like HiFi. I doubt it would happen but hey its nice to dream
Re: Amnesia: The Bunker Brings Major Accessibility Update To Xbox Game Pass
The game is a brilliant anxiety inducing claustrophobic nightmare. I enjoy the crap out of it.
Re: Hi-Fi RUSH Dev Reveals Xbox Was Supposed To Announce The Game Years Ago
Honestly it to me worked to the games advantage as it completely blindsided the Xbox community. I mean... a game of the year contender AAA title coming out of nowhere was honestly genious.
Re: BioShock-Like 'Close To The Sun' Is Available Today With Xbox Game Pass (January 3)
@ZuneTattooGuy I've been playing g it, it's story is cool with Bioshock vibes. Though no weapons or powers to speak of. Is mainly solving puzzles while exploring and running away from threats.
Re: Hell Let Loose Is Available Today With Xbox Game Pass (January 4)
@rustyduck it's only pvp. It's a WW2 simulator and a darn good one. In game chat is needed as you have a small plattoon you are in. You don't really have a map so you your CO communicates or hears chatter through their radio about enemy positions. There's also no indicator about enemy whereabouts. So you have to rely 100% on your platoon for callouts. You won't have any hit indicators if you do kill someone either or even know if you got anyone. Like some solders in WW2 you see an enemy in the distance and shoot. You may not know you got a kill till the end of the game. I short the game is hard as crap. Run and gun tactics don't work.
Re: BioShock-Like 'Close To The Sun' Is Available Today With Xbox Game Pass (January 3)
@ZuneTattooGuy Bioshock did it best first... so yes. Just like an unforgiving Combat experience ARPG is going to be compared to Dark Souls.
Re: Four Games Will Leave Xbox Game Pass In Early January 2024
Persona 3/4 is a huge loss. Though 3 will be back at least.
Re: Happy New Year!
Happy New Year
Re: Three Xbox Games We've Given 'Outstanding' 10/10 Scores To In 2023
ALAN WAKE 2, Bramble The Mountain King, Dead Space Remake and Resident Evil 4. Nothing else really strikes me as a 10/10.
Starfield - 7.5 (Could improve upon updates)
Diablo 4 - 8
COD MW3 - 4
Darktide - 9 (Series X)
Warhammer 40k Boltgun - 8
Hogwarts Legacy - 9
CYBERPUNK 2077: Phantom Liberty - 9.5
Lies of P - 8.5
Dead Island 2 - 8
Atomic Heart - 8
Redfall - 5
HiFi Rush - 9
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (December 30-31)
I'm bouncing between 3 games. Terminator and Grounded on Series X. Then I'm playing Smash Bros with my son to unlock new characters
Re: Xbox Sparks Fury Over Using AI-Generated Art To Promote Indie Games
They have more than enough money to pay an artist.
Re: Pick One: Which Is Your Favourite Xbox First-Party Release Of 2023?
I'll start by saying I live Starfield and HiFi. Though I'm going with Ghostwire Tokyo as to me the game is just so unique.
Re: Starfield's Recent Review Rating Has Dropped To 'Mostly Negative' On Steam
Well...it's tutorial sucks and I actually like the game
Re: Poll: What Were The Best Xbox Game Pass Additions In 2023?
Bramble is phenomenal
Followed by Starfield, Atomic Heart and Darkride
Re: Random: 'Brink' Fan Says They'll Keep Buying Copies Until Xbox Makes A Sequel
@somnambulance hey then it worked out! Lol
Must have needed a bad game to make the other two games to shine that much brighter.
Re: Random: 'Brink' Fan Says They'll Keep Buying Copies Until Xbox Makes A Sequel
@somnambulance See I waited until I found it at GameSpot for $10. So at least it wasn't a loss for me. But the parkour aspect needed work as sliding the way was advertised didn't work half the time.
Re: Here Are The Top 10 Xbox Games Of 2023 According To Metacritic
@Banjo- It's in the works and rumor is a demo is imminent with a potential first quarter release.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (December 23-24)
Choo Choo Charles is on my list of games to beat this weekend. Followed by Lego Fortnite and Warhammer 40k Darktide.
Re: Random: 'Brink' Fan Says They'll Keep Buying Copies Until Xbox Makes A Sequel
@somnambulance Agreed, the sad part was I could see the potential. Especially with the customization options.
Re: Talking Point: What Have You Bought In The Xbox Countdown Sale 2023?
Nothing as of right now... after buying presents for the kids I'm tapped out.
Re: Poll: What Is Your Xbox Game Of The Year For 2023?
@somnambulance It is incredible!
Re: Starfield Celebrates 13 Million Players With A New Infographic
Fun game, but please Bethesda keep updates coming. I want more in depth aspects of this game to be addressed. Story updates as well as job updates ie crafting, cooking, piracy, bounty hunting.. also patch out at least 25% of glitches. I'm tired of falling through my map in New Atlantis.
Re: South Park: Snow Day! Launches On Xbox Series X|S March 2024
Pumped for this!!
Re: Talking Point: What Was The Greatest Xbox 360 Game Of All Time?
Halo 3, Bioshock, Gears of War..... Oblivion I had 4 character with over 300+ hours on each...the game kept locking up and I'd have to delete all my save data and start fresh
Re: Poll: Four Months Later, Are You Still Playing Starfield?
Honestly LOVED it when it came out. Played for 150+ hours...but somewhere along the way I got bored. It honestly feels like something is missing yet i cant put my finger on it. The lore wasnt really delved into much and the Terrormorphs were kind of a let down. I do believe it will be phenomenal eventually after mutch needed quality of life upgrades.
Re: Elden Ring's 'Shadow Of The Erdtree' Expansion Could Release As Early As February 2024
Please please please be true
Re: Friday The 13th Is About To Be Delisted Forever, And It's Only $5 On Xbox
It's a solid multi-player horror game. Though gold luck on finding a group. Ever since they announced this players jumped ship