With all bugs and major mishaps in games for consoles especially it would b red interesting to know what Microsoft is testing before a game is out or before a new patch is released! Maybe something to make an article about?
I´m happy. A nice and diverse selection of games from more quirky games to heavy hitters. And almost ALL of this included in Game Pass, what is not to like?
If you think this is mediocre or lackluster, what in the world did you expect?
This is a major step forward! Another great addition to Game Pass, value is already immense. Do not forget that it is not up to Microsoft to decide if you will be allowed to steam a game from a none Microsoft studio. Some publishers are quite harsh with that.
And if you think streaming the game you own should be free, think again. It cost quite a bit to keep a gigantic gaming streaming cloud up and running, more so then a film streaming service.
I love game pass and especially for all the excellent indies, sure big AAA Day One releases is neat, but game pass does so much for indie companies and that matters to me.
Kotaku thrives on thrash, race and politics. Sure some vocal fans got upset of two delayed first party games, but this has gone out of proportion.
I love how people get super triggered about crunch and long working hours and when a company tries to meet deadlines without massive overtime and crunch in general, people goes wild and bully them for not meeting the deadlines.
Also the problem with huge AAA-games today is the sheer scope of them due to a massive leap in graphic fidelity and raw CPU power. Needs so much resources and the more complex worlds is creating almost endless of possible bugs and problems.
Part of the problem might be less then stellar management, but that is hard for us to know...
@Halucigens So true! I love the broad spectrum of games you get with Game Pass and the quality of the games. Hardly ever any fillers in my book. I will try the game again, liked it at release but was not really technically finished.
Never forget the source of this news, Kotaku. They are quite extreme and finds racism, misconduct, sexism in every corner. They thrive on this stuff! Get high on it. They hate capitalism but hate even more that they have support it. You will always find haters on every work place, that hates and detest every work they ever had. And they will be drag to Kotakus reporters like a magnet!
Great that they fixed those spells, really annoying before where lots of spells was useless due to high FP cost and low damage output. Diversity in spells usable makes for a more fun game.
I really like it. Probably the best WWE 2K ever. So much to do, nice presentation and graphics is really great. Stars look as good as the stars in say NBA 2K and even the crowd looks good. And the new control system is so much better and easy to learn while sill allow for tactics. AI is good and there is a lot less bugs. All in all, if you like WWE and fighting games it is a must buy!
Like it a lot, performance is fine (in my opinion) with VRR. And the game is beautiful, not on a technical level but by its design and world building. It is a difficult game of course, but the possabilities to grind and sneaking helps. The dungeons have the usual annyoing Dark Souls corridors with camera issues and hitting walls and pillars instead of your enemy.
But it is so rewarding that you can not stop playing it.
It is a real letdown! The difficulty is ridiculous, even on "Legends" it is very easy. "Medium" in 2019 is harder then "Legends" in grid Legends. And even with all assists off the car is almost like on rails, in 2019 it is quite a bit different with and without assists.
Most track are identical to the 2019. And the graphics are not really an upgrade either. And the sound on Series X and headphones are really low, same settings in 2019 is loud and impactful.
Cutscenes in the story are mostly not linked to the actual racing. And since it is so damn easy you kind of laugh at the goals of the story races. Like beat a guy that is so bad you seem his car like 20 secs then he is 15 places behind you...
Your a rookie and should race with the teams star, that want to see how good you are. And a 5 year old could win that race, where the "star" ends up on 11th place...
I really like the game, both gameplay, graphics and sound is great. Story is exciting and voice acting is top notch. And so much improved after 1.5 so I am very happy what they did. This console generation have barely started, the pandemic and shortage of tech parts delayed the shift considerably. Soon enough we will see more impressive stuff.
Played it in 30 fps already, so all the extra eye candy will be sweet. But this update is way more than a graphics update. There is a ton of tweaks and added stuff. Will play from the beginning instead of continue on my old save. Loved it before, so should be even better now.
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Re: MultiVersus Is The Most Popular Free-To-Play Game On Xbox Right Now
@Dezzy70 Do not think that will happen, especially since they make loads of money on hardware, contrary to Sony and Xbox.
Re: These 10+ Games Are Coming To Xbox Next Week (August 1-5)
Turbo Golf Racing is great fun and feels polished already in beta. Nice mechanics and good graphics.
Re: Escape Academy On Game Pass Is Getting Fixes For Xbox Series X
With all bugs and major mishaps in games for consoles especially it would b red interesting to know what Microsoft is testing before a game is out or before a new patch is released! Maybe something to make an article about?
Re: Raji: An Ancient Epic Gets 'Enhanced Edition' On Xbox Game Pass, But With A Catch
Certainly worth to buy! Even more so after the update ☺️
Re: MultiVersus Fans Are Loving The Game, But Hating The Monetization
Lot of fuss for a game that you can play without paying a single penny. A game of very high quality with great polish already before open beta.
Re: Review: As Dusk Falls - A Cracking Crime Thriller On Xbox Game Pass
So very happy it turned out great ☺️👍
Re: Xbox Series X|S Sales Surpass 250,000 Mark In Japan
Well, since the PS5 is almost the size of a normal Japanese apartment, something like Series S seems like a sensible choice
Re: Ubisoft's Skull & Bones Officially Sets Sail On Xbox This November
I usually like Ubisoft games, but this one is bound to sink before it will sail...
Re: Biomutant Is Coming To Xbox Series X|S As Free Next-Gen Upgrade
Seems to be a proper update, visuals look quite a bit better!
Re: Two New Releases Are Available Today On Xbox Game Pass (July 5)
Solasta is a really great indie D&D with great gameplay.
Re: Fall Guys Is Now Available On Xbox, And You Can Play It For Free
@Chaudy Yeah, really odd controls for menu and UI.
Re: Three Games Announced For Xbox Game Pass At Showcase Extended 2022
Valheim for my Series X, yeeasshh pls. That game is a bit to heavy for my computer. But it is so good.
Re: Bethesda Shares An Extensive First Look At Starfield Gameplay
Starfield might be all you need 2023! Looks great and combines all the things I love. It will be amazing 100% sure!
Looks wayyy better in the trailer @4K
Re: Poll: How Would You Grade The Xbox Games Showcase 2022?
@BRT15 Rick & Mortys creators game looked so cool!
Re: Poll: How Would You Grade The Xbox Games Showcase 2022?
I´m happy. A nice and diverse selection of games from more quirky games to heavy hitters. And almost ALL of this included in Game Pass, what is not to like?
If you think this is mediocre or lackluster, what in the world did you expect?
Re: Xbox Cloud Gaming Will Soon Work Outside Of Game Pass
This is a major step forward! Another great addition to Game Pass, value is already immense.
Do not forget that it is not up to Microsoft to decide if you will be allowed to steam a game from a none Microsoft studio. Some publishers are quite harsh with that.
And if you think streaming the game you own should be free, think again. It cost quite a bit to keep a gigantic gaming streaming cloud up and running, more so then a film streaming service.
Re: Street Fighter 6 Punches Its Way To Xbox Series X|S In 2023
@Would_you_kindly ... Forgot about PS4.
Re: Street Fighter 6 Punches Its Way To Xbox Series X|S In 2023
Looks really nice and a real current gen fighter. Like the real time commentary system, a first for a fighting game!
Re: Xbox Game Pass Will Be Getting More 'Surprises' In June 2022
FF7 Remake looks far fetch... but who knows!
Re: Hands On Preview: Matchpoint Tennis Championships - No Frills Fun For Xbox Game Pass
Played the demo on Steam. Feels really good actually and the animations are very decent. I have hope it might be good.
Re: Xbox Throws Major Shade At Claims Of 'Game Pass Burnout'
I love game pass and especially for all the excellent indies, sure big AAA Day One releases is neat, but game pass does so much for indie companies and that matters to me.
Kotaku thrives on thrash, race and politics. Sure some vocal fans got upset of two delayed first party games, but this has gone out of proportion.
Re: Hands On Preview: MultiVersus - A Slick Co-Op Focused Platform Fighter With Lots Of Potential
Very impressed! Played it some hours yesterday and it was incredible polished for an alpha! This one have some serious potential.
Re: Three Games Are Available Today With Xbox Game Pass (May 17)
Nice! Was just about to buy JP 2 .
Re: Fall Guys Launches On Xbox And Goes Free-To-Play This June
The Editor might be a game changer!
Re: God Of War Creator Slams Xbox Boss's Response To Bethesda Delays
I love how people get super triggered about crunch and long working hours and when a company tries to meet deadlines without massive overtime and crunch in general, people goes wild and bully them for not meeting the deadlines.
Also the problem with huge AAA-games today is the sheer scope of them due to a massive leap in graphic fidelity and raw CPU power. Needs so much resources and the more complex worlds is creating almost endless of possible bugs and problems.
Part of the problem might be less then stellar management, but that is hard for us to know...
Re: Gotham Knights Gameplay Demo Shows Off Sweet Co-Op Action
Looks kind of generic and uninspired. Visuals hardly look like they could not be done on PS4 or Xbox One.
Re: Three Games Are Unexpectedly Free On The Xbox Store Right Now
All 3 are great game, even very great games. Claimed as Gold from Sweden.
Re: Hands On: Sniper Elite 5 Is Bringing More Slick Sniping Action To Xbox Game Pass
Looks great! Nice textures
Re: Moonglow Bay Dev Apologises For 'Extensive' Xbox Issues, Releases Major New Update
@Halucigens So true! I love the broad spectrum of games you get with Game Pass and the quality of the games. Hardly ever any fillers in my book. I will try the game again, liked it at release but was not really technically finished.
Re: Epic Games Announces Unreal Engine 5 Is Now Officially Available
Nice! UE 5 is really a BIG step up in possibilities for sure!
Re: Rumour: These 10 Games Are Coming To Xbox Game Pass (April 5-19)
Chinatown looks like the old Police Quest games. Loved those!
Re: Rumour: These 10 Games Are Coming To Xbox Game Pass (April 5-19)
Great balls of fire! Lost in Random and True Colors was on my "buy list"
Re: Damning Report Takes Aim At Xbox's State Of Decay 3 Studio
True, used to like them to. Now its almost only agenda.. Kind of sad!
Re: Damning Report Takes Aim At Xbox's State Of Decay 3 Studio
Never forget the source of this news, Kotaku. They are quite extreme and finds racism, misconduct, sexism in every corner. They thrive on this stuff! Get high on it. They hate capitalism but hate even more that they have support it. You will always find haters on every work place, that hates and detest every work they ever had. And they will be drag to Kotakus reporters like a magnet!
Re: Epic Action-RPG 'Weird West' Is Available Today With Xbox Game Pass
Seems promising! ACG really liked it, in his preview!
Re: Here's How PlayStation's New Services Compare To Xbox Game Pass
One thing worth mention is that in Ultimate you get PC-games too inkl. EA-play games! That is a big selling point for me!
Re: Roundup: Here's What Was Revealed At March's Future Games Show
Vampire The Masquerade Swansong looked like they bought assets from an "adult game"- outlet hehe
Re: Reminder: You Can Now Watch Halo On Paramount With Free Game Pass Perk
We have it here in Sweden, but of course no perk for us! Edit: Was wrong, now I got the perk and it is available in quite a few countrys. 🙂
Re: Elden Ring Gets A New Update On Xbox, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Great that they fixed those spells, really annoying before where lots of spells was useless due to high FP cost and low damage output. Diversity in spells usable makes for a more fun game.
Re: These Nine Games Are Coming To Xbox Game Pass (March 15-31)
Tainted Grail: Conquest is very nice!
Re: The Crew 2 Is Getting 60FPS Support On Xbox Series X|S
Nice! Ok game with 30 fps, damn fine with 60 fps
Re: Roundup: Here's What The Critics Are Saying About WWE 2K22
@VisitingComet1 Really addicting! And so very much content and different modes to enjoy!
Re: Roundup: Here's What The Critics Are Saying About WWE 2K22
I really like it. Probably the best WWE 2K ever. So much to do, nice presentation and graphics is really great. Stars look as good as the stars in say NBA 2K and even the crowd looks good. And the new control system is so much better and easy to learn while sill allow for tactics. AI is good and there is a lot less bugs. All in all, if you like WWE and fighting games it is a must buy!
Re: It's Been Discovered You Can Actually Pause Elden Ring, Sort Of
Easier to just pop back to the dashboard!
Re: These 10+ Games Are Coming To Xbox This Week (March 1-4)
Elden Ring is a drug
Re: Poll: Have You Bought Elden Ring?
Like it a lot, performance is fine (in my opinion) with VRR. And the game is beautiful, not on a technical level but by its design and world building. It is a difficult game of course, but the possabilities to grind and sneaking helps. The dungeons have the usual annyoing Dark Souls corridors with camera issues and hitting walls and pillars instead of your enemy.
But it is so rewarding that you can not stop playing it.
Re: Review: GRID Legends - A Solid Arcade Racer That's Missing A Bit Of Flair
It is a real letdown! The difficulty is ridiculous, even on "Legends" it is very easy. "Medium" in 2019 is harder then "Legends" in grid Legends. And even with all assists off the car is almost like on rails, in 2019 it is quite a bit different with and without assists.
Most track are identical to the 2019. And the graphics are not really an upgrade either. And the sound on Series X and headphones are really low, same settings in 2019 is loud and impactful.
Cutscenes in the story are mostly not linked to the actual racing. And since it is so damn easy you kind of laugh at the goals of the story races. Like beat a guy that is so bad you seem his car like 20 secs then he is 15 places behind you...
Your a rookie and should race with the teams star, that want to see how good you are. And a 5 year old could win that race, where the "star" ends up on 11th place...
Embarrassing, Codemasters!
Re: Could Street Fighter 6 Be Officially Unveiled This Weekend?
If it is SF VI I hope will be on all consoles + PC
Re: Hands On: Cyberpunk 2077's Next-Gen Upgrade Is A Major Improvement On Xbox Series X
I really like the game, both gameplay, graphics and sound is great. Story is exciting and voice acting is top notch. And so much improved after 1.5 so I am very happy what they did. This console generation have barely started, the pandemic and shortage of tech parts delayed the shift considerably. Soon enough we will see more impressive stuff.
Re: Cyberpunk 2077's Free Xbox Series X|S Upgrade Is Now Available
Played it in 30 fps already, so all the extra eye candy will be sweet. But this update is way more than a graphics update. There is a ton of tweaks and added stuff. Will play from the beginning instead of continue on my old save. Loved it before, so should be even better now.