My problem with my Series S are games that have significant drops in resolution like Metro Exodus. In 2022 I can barely stomach 540p, when it’s not a on the small screen of a handheld machine. 1080p/(stable)30fps are totally fine. Thinking about rising electricity bills, the S is (mostly) a nice compromise between power and efficiency though.
@Banjo- Thanks. Good to read, that technical benefits can also be expected when playing not-improved versions of Xbox One games. I’m hoping for a patch then, since the Smurfs' framerate problem seems to be a more game specific thing instead of lacking console horsepower.
@Banjo- Ah, I see. Maybe, the game is badly optimized then. Xbox One games should automatically get improved fps and/or resolution when running on Series S or X, is that correct?
@themightyant I agree. It’s cool for families with few TVs and gamers that travel a lot. It’s better to play Witcher 3, Skyrim, etc. on the go with some downgrades than not being possible to play them at all.
@notleks_ My thoughts exactly. I think, the Switch is still overhyped. I know a lot of people who went with the hype, bought a Switch and were disappointed then. Myself included. It’s still good for one or two of its exclusives that aren’t Wii U ports though.
Nice. I’ve waited so long for this collection to become enhanced... But I guess I’ll wait a little longer before playing, till the issues are patched. :/
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Re: Six Games Will Leave Xbox Game Pass In Early October 2023
Oh no! That's sad.
Re: 'Xbox Console Wraps' Are Launching This Year, Pre-Orders Available Now
And we all know: The only copycat company is Sony. Right?
Re: Lollipop Chainsaw Remake Gets A New Name And 2024 Release Date
Can't wait to read "It's only censored on PlayStation" again.
Re: Quantum Error Dev: Xbox Version Needs More Time Due To 'Slower SSD'
The Witcher 3's (optimised for current gen) loading times are also nearly identical. 10 seconds on PS5, 13 on Series X.
Still it’s always quite amusing watching fanboys start to argue with “bashing a system” when it’s not even criticism from the developers.
Re: Xbox Extends Activision Blizzard Takeover Deadline To October
The thumbnail is spot on! My thoughts exactly.
Re: FTC Appeals Court's Ruling Permitting Microsoft's Acquisition Of Activision Blizzard
Oh no, that’s bad. D:
Re: Xbox's Latest Showcase Teaser Has Fable Fans Incredibly Excited
Since Sony's showcase was a pain to watch, Microsoft has a stable position to shoot back. I’m also looking forward to play a new Fable.
Re: Zelda-Like 'Oceanhorn 2' Impresses In New Screenshots Ahead Of 2023 Xbox Launch
Got this on Switch and the poor frame rate makes the game barely playable. Good to see that it won’t be Switch exclusive any longer.
Re: 'Microsoft Wants PlayStation To Become Like Nintendo', Claims Sony
Sony being like Nintendo would be a good thing. At least, they’d stop censoring games.
Re: Indie Dev Reminds Us The Xbox Series S Is Capable Of 4K, 120FPS
My problem with my Series S are games that have significant drops in resolution like Metro Exodus. In 2022 I can barely stomach 540p, when it’s not a on the small screen of a handheld machine. 1080p/(stable)30fps are totally fine. Thinking about rising electricity bills, the S is (mostly) a nice compromise between power and efficiency though.
Re: Xbox Boss Phil Spencer Hints At Plans To 'Raise Prices' In The Future
What!? Sony are supposed to be the bad guys in gaming! That’s not acceptable!
Re: Deathloop Xbox Series X And S Performance Modes Revealed
A bit disappointing with the modes on Series S.
Re: Another 12 Games Will Leave Xbox Game Pass Soon (September 2022)
So many games leaving…
Re: Atelier Dev Open To Xbox Releases, If There's 'Enough Requests From Fans'
Yes please. Would love to see smth like the upcoming Atelier Sophie II running on my Series S.
Re: Xbox Boss Phil Spencer Congratulates Sony On Bungie Acquisition
That is very spency. : )
Re: Dynasty Warriors 9 Empires Gets Free Demo For Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One
Wow. It really looks like crap on Series S. In performance mode, it has N64 levels of fog. Quality mode lets the game stutter frequently. D:
Re: The New Smurfs Game Is Surprising People With Its Impressive Visuals
@Banjo- Thanks. Good to read, that technical benefits can also be expected when playing not-improved versions of Xbox One games. I’m hoping for a patch then, since the Smurfs' framerate problem seems to be a more game specific thing instead of lacking console horsepower.
Re: The New Smurfs Game Is Surprising People With Its Impressive Visuals
@Banjo- Ah, I see. Maybe, the game is badly optimized then. Xbox One games should automatically get improved fps and/or resolution when running on Series S or X, is that correct?
Re: The New Smurfs Game Is Surprising People With Its Impressive Visuals
I wouldn’t recommend to play this on Series S though. Had a rough time myself with a choppy framerate on Microsoft’s small console.
Re: Poll: What Do You Think Halo Infinite's Metacritic Score Will Be?
The Score will be over 9.000!
Re: Talking Point: What’s Your Scariest Video Game Moment?
Woman in a bloodbath (Elternal Darkness - GC). Scared the sh** out of me.
Re: Bethesda & id Software Congratulate Nintendo On Metroid Dread's Release With DOOM Artwork
@FriendlyOctopus Yes. Sony congratulated Microsoft when the Series X was released. But right, team blue generally is rather quiet in that regard. :/
Re: Xbox Is Working 'Every Single Day' To Increase Its Line-Up Of Japanese Games
At least, Microsoft is trying. Sony does nothing but empty promising about the Japanese market.
Re: Random: Xbox Advises Not To Name Your Child "Game Pass"
Really? Dang! Now I have to start the name search all over again!
Re: Random: Xbox Partners With Krispy Kreme To Create 'The Nexus Level Doughnut'
@AlexOlney
What a lovely comment!
Re: Xbox Series X Games Appear To Be Getting New Box Designs
Simple and functional. I like it.
Re: Xbox Boss Congratulates Sony's Insomniac Games On Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart
Wow, check out that dude. Nice move, Philly.
Re: New Hot Wheels Toys Suggest Forza Horizon 5 Is Coming This Year
Furza Horizon means Fart(a) Horizon in German.
Re: Random: A Gears Of War 3 PS3 Prototype Has Been Released Online
Looks better than most Switch games, but runs also like them.
Re: Woah, These Absolutely Gorgeous Psychonauts 2 Screenshots Has Us Very Excited
Wow! Ratchet and Clank can go hide!
No, just kidding. It looks good, but not as good as Sony’s incoming blockbuster yet.
Re: Talking Point: Looking Back, What's Your First Memory Of The Original Xbox?
The creepy sounds when you spend too much time on the dashboard.
Re: Xbox Series Consoles Outsold PS5 Last Month In The UK, But Not Nintendo Switch
@themightyant I agree. It’s cool for families with few TVs and gamers that travel a lot. It’s better to play Witcher 3, Skyrim, etc. on the go with some downgrades than not being possible to play them at all.
Re: Xbox Series Consoles Outsold PS5 Last Month In The UK, But Not Nintendo Switch
@notleks_ My thoughts exactly. I think, the Switch is still overhyped. I know a lot of people who went with the hype, bought a Switch and were disappointed then. Myself included. It’s still good for one or two of its exclusives that aren’t Wii U ports though.
Re: 'The Original' Xbox Dynamic Background Is Now Available
Wow! What’s going on here!? Man! Look at this! Awesome! makes ape sounds
Re: These Games Are Coming To Xbox Next Week (April 12-16)
Rain on your Parade is Bulls on Parade's sequel? Badumm-Tsss.
Re: Forget Halo, Lawn Mowing Simulator Is The Game We've Been Waiting For
Nice! That’s the sh*t I’ve been always lookin’ for’!
Re: Xbox Boss Congratulates Naughty Dog On Last Of Us 2 Success
Console wars will always be a thing, sadly. I'd be a more enjoyable hobby if everyone could accept/agree, that all consoles have their pros and cons.
I miss Kaz Hirai. Liked that guy. "Riiidge Raaacerrr".
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eaBUeINW_3s
Re: BioShock: The Collection Reportedly Adds 4K Support For Xbox One X
Nice. I’ve waited so long for this collection to become enhanced... But I guess I’ll wait a little longer before playing, till the issues are patched. :/
Re: How Well Do You Know Backwards Compatible Xbox Games?
8/10. Now I have the urge to play Kingdoms of Amalur on my One X.
Re: Random: Xbox Game Pass Renamed To "Xbox XXX" In Bizarre Preview Glitch
Sounds sexy. Microsoft's reaction to Sony's censorship policies.
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Re: Did You Know: These 100+ Games All Have Free Trials On Xbox One
Oh, thanks. That’s a lot to try. Now I get why there are only a few games to chose from when using the “Demos” category in the store.
Re: Talking Point: Did Your Xbox 360 Suffer The Dreaded Red Ring Of Death?
Yes. But the customer service was great and I had my console replaced within a few days. The new console didn’t have RRoD.