Halo: Reach probably tops it for me. I played through them all again recently, and it never really struck me before just how much 343 dropped the ball with 5. It just doesn't play like a Halo game, and I really hope they nail it with Infinite.
I might actually give Fable: Anniversary a go at some point. I've not played it in years, so I'm a bit scared as to whether my memories are going to be tarnished!
@BlueOcean I agree with many of your points! 5's partner AI is a big issue for me, but otherwise it's a solid game. 6 is way better than some people say. I must admit though, I'm one of few people that wouldn't be bothered if they just left Code Veronica alone.
I wasn't able to get the OG Xbox immediately, but I visited my friend's house frequently and played his copy of Halo: CE. Eventually, I managed to pick up one of the Crystal Xbox consoles alongside a steel book copy of Halo 2. Good times!
I need to see more of Halo Infinite. I'm quite frankly shocked we've still seen so little of it given how close it is now. Fully expecting a deep dive around June.
I think I've had my fill, to be honest. Code Veronica's story is so insane, I'm not sure how that would translate into a remake. Let's move forward with the series now.
Odyssey demands a bit too much of my time for me to get fully invested in it. It's just too big. Mechanically, though, easily one of the best in the series!
This is exciting and worrying at the same time. I keep thinking about that RE3 comment, and I wonder if this upcoming game was originally meant as a side project, but has since been bumped up to a numbered title..? I'm speculating, I have no idea.
I'm finally getting stuck into Modern Warfare. I'm not much for multiplayer, particularly with FPS games like this, but I always enjoy the campaigns for what they are!
On a separate, but not unrelated note, I reckon we'll see another Minecraft edition eventually. I mean... It's kind of a block shape. Maybe two blocks...
This is the right time for the site to make a comeback, just when Microsoft seems to be setting the stage for a monumental comeback with the Series X. Best of luck to the team!
Right now, it comes down to the games for me. With Halo Infinite confirmed as a launch game for Series X, I'm leaning heavily towards that... But we'll see what happens!
I've been playing this recently and, I don't know, there's just something that doesn't feel quite right with it. It's odd, because I've loved all the previous games...
I'm not a fan of the infected DeeBees, I know that much!
Smart Delivery is an intriguing feature! Having CD Projekt Red on board immediately is a bold move, and puts pressure on other publishers to do the same.
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Re: Destroy All Humans Lands On Xbox One In July, Watch The New Trailer
My birthday! How lovely
Re: Here Are Your Xbox Games With Gold For May 2020
Not bad at all!
Re: Xbox Is Seeing A Flood Of New Customers Right Now, Says Phil Spencer
Aw, Phil's just a whole bundle of goodness and decency.
Re: Poll: How Much Confidence Do You Have In Xbox Right Now?
Confidence is sky high right now, but I still need to see what the games actually look like.
Re: Random: We're Loving This Hellblade Xbox Series X Concept
That's gorgeous! I love it.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (April 25th)
I'm actually giving Call of Cthulhu a go. It's... actually not that bad?
Re: Surprise! Red Dead Redemption 2 Is Coming To Xbox Game Pass
Wow, that's pretty impressive!
Re: Rumour: Ubisoft's Watch Dogs: Legion Will Be An Xbox Series X Launch Title
Crikey, I forgot all about this game.
Re: It Looks Like There's A New Jurassic World Game On The Way
Well.... There it is.
Re: This Is The Final Limited Edition Xbox One X That Will Ever Be Released
@BrilliantBill YES.
Re: Poll: What's Your Favourite Halo Game Released To Date?
Halo: Reach probably tops it for me. I played through them all again recently, and it never really struck me before just how much 343 dropped the ball with 5. It just doesn't play like a Halo game, and I really hope they nail it with Infinite.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (18th April)
I might actually give Fable: Anniversary a go at some point. I've not played it in years, so I'm a bit scared as to whether my memories are going to be tarnished!
Re: Is This The Limited Edition Cyberpunk 2077 Xbox One X Console?
Can't say I'm a fan, to be honest!
Re: Pick One: Which Of These Xbox Classics Would You Remaster?
TimeSplitters 2 is the obvious choice here - I played so many matches on the Ice Station map, it was great!
Re: Crysis Remastered Leaked, Coming To Xbox One
This is one of those titles I'd be sceptical of buying on Switch. It needs the Xbox One X to really show off its visuals.
Re: Xbox Game Pass: Six New Games And Ten Removals Announced
Makes me sad to see games leave the service, but I guess that's what we sign up for.
EDIT: I swear I didn't copy your comment, Fraser haha!
Re: Video: See Footage Of 343 Industries Recording Halo Infinite's Audio
This is awesome - also, how fast are they making the Warthogs in this game?!
Re: Insider Claims Resident Evil: Code Veronica Remake Could Still Happen
@BlueOcean I agree with many of your points! 5's partner AI is a big issue for me, but otherwise it's a solid game. 6 is way better than some people say. I must admit though, I'm one of few people that wouldn't be bothered if they just left Code Veronica alone.
Re: Talking Point: What Was Your First Xbox Console And Game?
I wasn't able to get the OG Xbox immediately, but I visited my friend's house frequently and played his copy of Halo: CE. Eventually, I managed to pick up one of the Crystal Xbox consoles alongside a steel book copy of Halo 2. Good times!
Re: Mojang Reminds Us It's Not Interested In Developing A Sequel To Minecraft
Makes sense, really. Not much more to say on that one!
Re: Industry Insider Hints At The Type Of Games Coming To Xbox Series X
I need to see more of Halo Infinite. I'm quite frankly shocked we've still seen so little of it given how close it is now. Fully expecting a deep dive around June.
Re: Capcom Is Asking If You Want Another Resident Evil Remake
I think I've had my fill, to be honest. Code Veronica's story is so insane, I'm not sure how that would translate into a remake. Let's move forward with the series now.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (April 4th)
Giving Project Cars 2 a go - it's pretty decent!
Re: Review: Assassin's Creed Odyssey - The Best Assassin's Creed Has Ever Been
Odyssey demands a bit too much of my time for me to get fully invested in it. It's just too big. Mechanically, though, easily one of the best in the series!
Re: Review: Resident Evil 3 - A Disappointing Follow-Up To Last Year's Brilliant Resident Evil 2
Man, this is heartbreaking. I trust your judgement though, PJ!
Re: Rumour: New Resident Evil Coming In 2021, Will Be "Biggest Departure" In Series History
This is exciting and worrying at the same time. I keep thinking about that RE3 comment, and I wonder if this upcoming game was originally meant as a side project, but has since been bumped up to a numbered title..? I'm speculating, I have no idea.
Re: Dev Shares First Details Of Planned 4K, 120FPS Xbox Series X Game
Somehow, I went into this with no expectations, and yet it's still not at all what I expected.
Re: After 19 Years, Official Xbox Magazine Has Closed Down
I'm not going to pretend I bought this religiously throughout its run, but I certainly enjoyed reading it when I could. Very sad to see it go.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (March 28th)
I'm finally getting stuck into Modern Warfare. I'm not much for multiplayer, particularly with FPS games like this, but I always enjoy the campaigns for what they are!
Re: Control Dev Remedy Signs Two-Game, Next-Gen Deal With 'Major Publisher'
Please be Alan Wake, please be Alan Wake, please be Alan Wake...
Re: Xbox UK Is Giving Away A Custom Ori And The Will Of The Wisps Xbox One X
I want one too!
Re: Review: Resident Evil 2 - A Stellar Remake Of A Stone-Cold Classic
Lovely review PJ - absolutely superb game!
Re: Random: We're In Awe Of This Halo Infinite Xbox Series X Fan Art
Ooh, that looks nice.
On a separate, but not unrelated note, I reckon we'll see another Minecraft edition eventually. I mean... It's kind of a block shape. Maybe two blocks...
Re: Feature: So, Did Much Happen While We Were Away?
This is the right time for the site to make a comeback, just when Microsoft seems to be setting the stage for a monumental comeback with the Series X. Best of luck to the team!
Re: Review: Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare - A Fresh Take On A Stale Formula
I've still not played this! Why have I still not played this..?
Re: The Inside Of Xbox Series X Is Hiding A Really Cool Easter Egg
I love little details like this. I know I'm never going to see it, but it's kinda cool knowing it's there.
Re: We'll Find Out How The PS5 Stacks Up To Xbox Series X Tomorrow
Right now, it comes down to the games for me. With Halo Infinite confirmed as a launch game for Series X, I'm leaning heavily towards that... But we'll see what happens!
Re: Review: Gears 5 - Brings The Series Kicking And Screaming Into The Present
I've been playing this recently and, I don't know, there's just something that doesn't feel quite right with it. It's odd, because I've loved all the previous games...
I'm not a fan of the infected DeeBees, I know that much!
Re: Random: Microsoft Has Heard All Of Your "Xbox Series X Looks Like A Fridge" Jokes Already, Thanks Very Much
Keep cool and consume within 5 days.
Re: Gallery: Check Out The New Xbox Series X Controller
There's just something so sexy about that d-pad. Love the grips on the triggers, too!
Re: Microsoft Reveals How Xbox Series X Is Going To Beat PS5
This is sounding GORGEOUS.
Re: Games With Gold: Sonic Generations And Shantae: Half-Genie Hero Join March's Line-Up
I've only ever played a brief demo of Sonic Generation, so I'll definitely give this a go.
Re: Project xCloud Adds Yakuza 0, Touch Controls Also On The Way
It doesn't work great with my Wi-Fi, but it's definitely a promising service!
Re: Review: Forza Horizon 4 - The Best Racing Experience On Xbox One
Forza Horizon 4 is so good. And definitely keep these retrospective reviews coming!
Re: Halo: Combat Evolved Came Out 18 Years Ago Today In Europe
Iconic. Simply iconic!
Re: Talking Point: What Is The Xbox Series X's Most Important Feature?
Smart Delivery is an intriguing feature! Having CD Projekt Red on board immediately is a bold move, and puts pressure on other publishers to do the same.
Re: Site News: Pure Xbox Is Back!
This is pretty great!