Rewards is what keeps me paying for Ultimate. I normally get a month subscription with the reward points, then keep purchasing. I'm sure a month isn't going to harm their pockets.
I'm a UI / UX Designer and holy. Xbox really have the worst UI ever, I opened this up yesterday and was kinda shocked. It's really in the way. The happening now was fine the way it was before the change.
I've seen people play on the iPhone 15 Pro Max which is way over 1000 USD, for that, you could get a 1440p monitor @ 120Hz and a Xbox Series X, in fact probably even less.
I agree. Should've been like this from the start, there should've been a Series X Digital Edition and Disc Edition. I was literally saying this the other day, charge 100 less without the disk.
Sorry for the late reply. Definitely need Michael Ironside, Blacklist was great however the I didn't feel that connection with Sam the same way I did with Michael Ironside.
A lot of people are saying it was generous, how? I earned $5 Gift Card with the points in 6 months then 6 months again to earn enough points to get another $5.
Absolutely agree. Honestly because of the milking for the Online portion I was so burned out I just left, earning money that wasn't getting me anywhere, especially for a heist.
In my honest opinion, GTA V was a lack luster to it's previous title, the details, physics and mechanics was insane in GTA IV.
I've been waiting for this for so long. Unfortunately my PC can't run this so I've had to wait for the console version and oh damn I'm excited. Ever since it got announced I've been looking forward to it. Ex BF devs too
This "game" wasn't meant to be happening. Due to Modern Warfare II failing because IW refused to listen to community feedback. That's when Activision saw this as a win and thought we'd make a "game" [it's a DLC] (Modern Warfare II was meant to be a 2 year game) and sell it off as a full price game. Them changes they've made could've been implemented into the current title, but their greed got the best of them.
What is up with studios lying to themselves and fans for? This update is pointless, there is loads of bugs in this game and this it just all they did, ouch!
I pre-ordered this game and was so disappointed. While I cannot deny it has got a little better and that I do try every season, this isn't the Battlefield for me. It feels like a cheaply made FPS, like a F2P FPS.
I'm enjoying it so far, managed to setup my wheel just right for Forza Motorsport.
I have complained about the non-stop waiting in Multiplayer to just have a few laps of race time. I would've preferred the FM6/FM7 just jump straight into a R class but instead have to wait and be forced with a class.
On Multiplayer can I not just load up like FM6/FM7 and jump into a R Class race? I'm literally waiting around, then I've got to do practice then a race. I just want to jump straight in to R class lobby like I could back in the previous titles?
I'm impressed with it so far - however I normally play Forza for multiplayer, I'm extremely disappointed in the multiplayer, I just wanted to do what I did on Forza Motorsport 6 and 7 jump straight into a R class race, instead I have to wait for a practice session and other stuff.
Is there a way I can just jump into a R class race and not have to worry about practice?
Worst update ever. I'm still awaiting a bulk download on the Xbox App, looks like we're going to need that now with this change. Absolutely ridiculous.
On the PS app they stay on there for 14 days, but at least you can bulk download your clips and screenshots.
Indeed, however in my opinion only Treyarch can do Zombies correctly. Personally, the only titles from Sledgehammer Games that I've truly enjoyed were MW3 (2011), AW, and WWII (primarily for its War Mode). Vanguard was quite disappointing.
I can't help but feel for Treyarch, always coming to the rescue and fixing messes created by other studios. With Modern Warfare II lacking content and quality of life improvements, I'm hopeful that Sledgehammer Games can step up. They've already made promising changes to movement, red dots, and other mechanics – a nod to the greatness of Modern Warfare 2 (2009) maps. However, I'll be waiting for a sale, as I personally view this as either DLC for Modern Warfare II or what it should have been in the first place. It's worth noting that Call of Duty wasn't originally planned for this year, but it seems they had to react due to the poor reception of Modern Warfare II.
As for Zombies, the prospect of a 24-player experience has me genuinely intrigued. It could be nothing short of amazing.
I've got no hype for the game. I enjoyed Grand Theft Auto V for a good few years then got so repetitive and boring. However I feel like GTA IV (4) was a better one, I loved the physics and mechanics - I feel Rockstar mixed Grand Theft Auto IV and Grand Theft Auto V to create Red Dead Redemption 2 as that has the physics/attention to detail of GTA IV and the movement of GTA V.
I was actually on a really old game on PS the other day and it had Unlocked Framerate, I was shocked and loved it. Uncharted has this too and some other PS titles.
I would hope Xbox games follow suit on Xbox Series X.
I sure do love the hypocrisy. Yes Starfield and Redfall is two different games and Starfield is way bigger than Redfall. But do you remember when Redfall announced 30 frames and everyone was crying? Now all of a sudden it's fine because it's Starfield.
I'm enjoying it, just graphics ain't that good as what I would've thought it'd be. As another comment mentioned I've also tried to not let 30 frames bother me but it gives me a damn headache that I have to turn away. Gunplay is amazing and surprisingly the best thing about it. Nevertheless it's great.
Currently, I'm enjoying the game. On the Xbox Series X in 1440p it doesn't look that great graphics wise neither in 4K, maybe that's just me? The 30 frames I can deal with sort off but have to turn away as it sometimes gives me a headache. However apart from that the game is amazing, gunplay is the best thing so far, with this level of gunplay it would've suited a PvE v PvPvE type of style. Nevertheless I'm enjoying it.
I'm OK for a club thank you for the offer though. I find it funny people getting salty about a game then calling people cheaters or trash (even though that person did better than them)
I'm around as the games coming this year and next year to Game Pass look great. I enjoy Xbox products I just don't agree with their enforcement. I swear their enforcement are handled by AI or clueless individuals who think anything is offensive, cheating etc. I'm also game sharing with someone and he's mostly on Xbox. I know I'm contradicting myself here but I do really enjoy Xbox but it's the enforcement that's been a problem for me. I've never had an issue on PS and hopefully never do.
I don't follow the market side so nice to see you've mentioned that.
I've started not too, I get called a cheat regularly on COD, I just look at the message, laugh and don't reply now - cause if I reply I'm in the wrong.
I had a kid voice message me on FIFA the other day because I beat him, cursing and throwing abuse, I laughed - he won't get banned but I will.
I've been falsely banned by MS loads of times for chatting toxic when I don't actually use any communication, profile pic banned (it's a pic of Makarov) I'm only staying due to the games. It's honestly sad how soft Xbox has become.
Here shows the incompetence of the gaming industry. Gaming is becoming less and less fun because they no longer care about the game, instead they care about the money.
They made a game that was not Battlefield material. This game is legit an embarrassment to the franchise. DICE not long ago was blaming their playerbase for their incompetence. Battlefield Veteran didn't want this, we wanted Battlefield back to modern or Vietnam with Battlefield 1 immersion and Battlefield V movement.
The incompetent team blaming their playerbase/ fans for their incompetence is unbelievable. We didn't ask for specialists, DICE gave them to us. This game feels and acts like a free to play title, there is nothing special about this game.
I do admit it has gotten better since launch, but it does not feel like a AAA title.
I'm a Battlefield Vet, this is embarrassing. Battlefield 2042 is an embarrassment to even call a DICE game. While I admit the game has got better, it for me at least is not a Battlefield game and gets really boring, it feels like a free-to-play rip off, of Call of Duty.
Going to need to be that for a good few months, like the Alpha said. They've just canceled a game, we've not had another Splinter Cell game for 10 years (imagine it on Xbox Series X) and they've hardly got anything good on the service for the price they're saying.
Maybe if they add the new AC and SW Outlaws I'll definitely give it a go.
That's how they end the service? Thankfully it has ended. We've not got the best title out of there. Infact the only title I was grateful for was Forza Motorsport 6, I missed the others before that.
I believe even the most beautiful and ahead of it's time game was on here too; Ryse: Son of Rome
I'm a UI / UX designer this is mid - I created something like this and it didn't work out in prototyping. The user still had to press the same amount of buttons.
However the UI part is alot better than previous versions. I actually love the PS5 UI. Simple, clean and as a UI / UX designer it passes for me.
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Re: Here's Your First Look At Gameplay For Call Of Duty: Black Ops 6 Zombies
This looks OK to be fair, I've not really enjoyed a Call of Duty since BO2, so hopefully it lives up to that.
Re: Microsoft Rewards Is Making Big Changes Relating To Xbox Game Pass
@Gabrielmpf
Agreed.
Re: Microsoft Rewards Is Making Big Changes Relating To Xbox Game Pass
Rewards is what keeps me paying for Ultimate. I normally get a month subscription with the reward points, then keep purchasing. I'm sure a month isn't going to harm their pockets.
Re: Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 Takes To The Skies This November On Xbox Game Pass
Anyone know if it will be MP?
Re: New Football Game 'UFL' Is Getting A Free Beta On Xbox This Weekend
Finally a beta
Re: Pick One: What Was Your Favourite Xbox Game Pass Game In May 2024?
I'm loving Humanity at the moment.
Re: Xbox Fans Seem Divided Over The New 'Happening Now' Social Feature
I'm a UI / UX Designer and holy. Xbox really have the worst UI ever, I opened this up yesterday and was kinda shocked. It's really in the way. The happening now was fine the way it was before the change.
Re: It Takes Two's Developer Is Almost Ready To Reveal What's Next
Loved both A Way Out and It Takes Two. Definitely can't wait for their next game.
Re: Talking Point: Xbox Fans, Are You Still Enjoying Halo Infinite In 2024?
I play Firefight but I'd probably still stick with Reach. Definitely the best Halo (Reach) I've played.
Re: Microsoft Is Heavily Promoting COD: Warzone Mobile, And It Supports Xbox Controllers
@rustyduck
I've seen people play on the iPhone 15 Pro Max which is way over 1000 USD, for that, you could get a 1440p monitor @ 120Hz and a Xbox Series X, in fact probably even less.
Re: Rumour: Xbox To Release White, All-Digital Series X This Summer
@OldGamer999
I agree. Should've been like this from the start, there should've been a Series X Digital Edition and Disc Edition. I was literally saying this the other day, charge 100 less without the disk.
Re: Huge 'Insider' Report Hints At 10+ Ubisoft Games Planned For The Next Few Years
@CharlieChooChoo
Sorry for the late reply. Definitely need Michael Ironside, Blacklist was great however the I didn't feel that connection with Sam the same way I did with Michael Ironside.
Re: Huge 'Insider' Report Hints At 10+ Ubisoft Games Planned For The Next Few Years
I do love a little Far Cry but what puts me off is the FOV, it's so close I can barely see where I'm going.
Re: Huge 'Insider' Report Hints At 10+ Ubisoft Games Planned For The Next Few Years
@CharlieChooChoo
100%, I loved Splinter Cell growing up. I would love to see it for the Series X now.
Re: Spec Ops: The Line Devs Pay Tribute To Harrowing Shooter As It Disappears From Storefronts
What an absolute legendary game.
Re: Battlefield 2042 Outlines New Update Arriving Next Week, Here's What's Included
@Kaloudz
I'm hoping for a Vietnam Battlefield with a mixture of BFV, BF1 and BF4.
Re: Battlefield 2042 Outlines New Update Arriving Next Week, Here's What's Included
Hopefully DICE are busy making an actual Battlefield. This is not a Battlefield at all. Portal definitely had potential.
All we're asking for is a Vietnam Battlefield with a mixture of BFV, BF1 and BF4.
Re: Microsoft Rewards Begins Adding 15-Minute 'Cooldown Time' In Some Countries
A lot of people are saying it was generous, how? I earned $5 Gift Card with the points in 6 months then 6 months again to earn enough points to get another $5.
Re: Rockstar Confirms GTA 6 Trailer Will Be Revealed In Early December
@Kaloudz
Absolutely agree. Honestly because of the milking for the Online portion I was so burned out I just left, earning money that wasn't getting me anywhere, especially for a heist.
In my honest opinion, GTA V was a lack luster to it's previous title, the details, physics and mechanics was insane in GTA IV.
Re: Frantic FPS 'The Finals' Is Getting A Free Open Beta This Week On Xbox
@Cherip-the-Ripper
You're welcome, I'm looking forward to Arc Raiders. Hopefully they fix the crashing on The Finals, so desperate to try it.
Re: Frantic FPS 'The Finals' Is Getting A Free Open Beta This Week On Xbox
@Cherip-the-Ripper
I know they're doing something called Arc Raiders, hopefully this is what you were looking for. Ping me again if it wasn't and I'll try find it.
Re: Frantic FPS 'The Finals' Is Getting A Free Open Beta This Week On Xbox
I've been waiting for this for so long. Unfortunately my PC can't run this so I've had to wait for the console version and oh damn I'm excited. Ever since it got announced I've been looking forward to it. Ex BF devs too
Re: Microsoft CEO Namedrops Call Of Duty: MW3 In 'One Of Our Strongest First Party Holiday Lineups Ever'
This "game" wasn't meant to be happening. Due to Modern Warfare II failing because IW refused to listen to community feedback. That's when Activision saw this as a win and thought we'd make a "game" [it's a DLC] (Modern Warfare II was meant to be a 2 year game) and sell it off as a full price game. Them changes they've made could've been implemented into the current title, but their greed got the best of them.
Re: Forza Motorsport Update 1.1 Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
What is up with studios lying to themselves and fans for? This update is pointless, there is loads of bugs in this game and this it just all they did, ouch!
Re: Battlefield 2042 Has More People Playing Now Than During Its Launch Window
I pre-ordered this game and was so disappointed. While I cannot deny it has got a little better and that I do try every season, this isn't the Battlefield for me. It feels like a cheaply made FPS, like a F2P FPS.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (October 14-15)
@BBB
I'm enjoying it so far, managed to setup my wheel just right for Forza Motorsport.
I have complained about the non-stop waiting in Multiplayer to just have a few laps of race time. I would've preferred the FM6/FM7 just jump straight into a R class but instead have to wait and be forced with a class.
Re: Disney Reportedly Encouraging Its CEO To Look At Acquiring A Company Like EA
I'd prefer they didn't.
Re: Forza Motorsport Is Available Today With Xbox Game Pass (October 10)
On Multiplayer can I not just load up like FM6/FM7 and jump into a R Class race? I'm literally waiting around, then I've got to do practice then a race. I just want to jump straight in to R class lobby like I could back in the previous titles?
Re: Forza Motorsport Release Date, Release Times & Preload Details On Xbox Game Pass
I'm impressed with it so far - however I normally play Forza for multiplayer, I'm extremely disappointed in the multiplayer, I just wanted to do what I did on Forza Motorsport 6 and 7 jump straight into a R class race, instead I have to wait for a practice session and other stuff.
Is there a way I can just jump into a R class race and not have to worry about practice?
Re: Here's What's Included In September 2023's 'Bonus' Xbox Update
Worst update ever. I'm still awaiting a bulk download on the Xbox App, looks like we're going to need that now with this change. Absolutely ridiculous.
On the PS app they stay on there for 14 days, but at least you can bulk download your clips and screenshots.
Re: Phil Spencer Reveals Which IP He'd Like To See Revived On Xbox
Splinter Cell needs to return. Absolutely miss them games - imagine it on the Series X
Re: Call Of Duty Opening Cinematic Introduces Modern Warfare's First-Ever Zombies Mode
Indeed, however in my opinion only Treyarch can do Zombies correctly. Personally, the only titles from Sledgehammer Games that I've truly enjoyed were MW3 (2011), AW, and WWII (primarily for its War Mode). Vanguard was quite disappointing.
I can't help but feel for Treyarch, always coming to the rescue and fixing messes created by other studios. With Modern Warfare II lacking content and quality of life improvements, I'm hopeful that Sledgehammer Games can step up. They've already made promising changes to movement, red dots, and other mechanics – a nod to the greatness of Modern Warfare 2 (2009) maps. However, I'll be waiting for a sale, as I personally view this as either DLC for Modern Warfare II or what it should have been in the first place. It's worth noting that Call of Duty wasn't originally planned for this year, but it seems they had to react due to the poor reception of Modern Warfare II.
As for Zombies, the prospect of a 24-player experience has me genuinely intrigued. It could be nothing short of amazing.
Re: Talking Point: It's Now Been Over 10 Years Since Rockstar Launched A New Grand Theft Auto
I've got no hype for the game. I enjoyed Grand Theft Auto V for a good few years then got so repetitive and boring. However I feel like GTA IV (4) was a better one, I loved the physics and mechanics - I feel Rockstar mixed Grand Theft Auto IV and Grand Theft Auto V to create Red Dead Redemption 2 as that has the physics/attention to detail of GTA IV and the movement of GTA V.
Re: New Starfield Test Suggests It Could Run At 40-60FPS On Xbox Series X
@S-Bacc
I was actually on a really old game on PS the other day and it had Unlocked Framerate, I was shocked and loved it. Uncharted has this too and some other PS titles.
I would hope Xbox games follow suit on Xbox Series X.
Re: New Starfield Test Suggests It Could Run At 40-60FPS On Xbox Series X
I sure do love the hypocrisy. Yes Starfield and Redfall is two different games and Starfield is way bigger than Redfall. But do you remember when Redfall announced 30 frames and everyone was crying? Now all of a sudden it's fine because it's Starfield.
Re: Poll: Based On What You've Played So Far, What Score Would You Give Starfield?
I'm enjoying it, just graphics ain't that good as what I would've thought it'd be. As another comment mentioned I've also tried to not let 30 frames bother me but it gives me a damn headache that I have to turn away. Gunplay is amazing and surprisingly the best thing about it. Nevertheless it's great.
Re: Oh Look, Starfield Is Getting Review Bombed On Metacritic
Currently, I'm enjoying the game. On the Xbox Series X in 1440p it doesn't look that great graphics wise neither in 4K, maybe that's just me? The 30 frames I can deal with sort off but have to turn away as it sometimes gives me a headache. However apart from that the game is amazing, gunplay is the best thing so far, with this level of gunplay it would've suited a PvE v PvPvE type of style. Nevertheless I'm enjoying it.
Re: Xbox Fan Sparks Huge Debate After Receiving First 'Strike' For Bad Language
@Cherip-the-Ripper
I'm OK for a club thank you for the offer though. I find it funny people getting salty about a game then calling people cheaters or trash (even though that person did better than them)
Re: Xbox Fan Sparks Huge Debate After Receiving First 'Strike' For Bad Language
@Cashews
I'm around as the games coming this year and next year to Game Pass look great. I enjoy Xbox products I just don't agree with their enforcement. I swear their enforcement are handled by AI or clueless individuals who think anything is offensive, cheating etc. I'm also game sharing with someone and he's mostly on Xbox. I know I'm contradicting myself here but I do really enjoy Xbox but it's the enforcement that's been a problem for me. I've never had an issue on PS and hopefully never do.
I don't follow the market side so nice to see you've mentioned that.
Re: Xbox Fan Sparks Huge Debate After Receiving First 'Strike' For Bad Language
@EVIL-C
I've started not too, I get called a cheat regularly on COD, I just look at the message, laugh and don't reply now - cause if I reply I'm in the wrong.
I had a kid voice message me on FIFA the other day because I beat him, cursing and throwing abuse, I laughed - he won't get banned but I will.
I've been falsely banned by MS loads of times for chatting toxic when I don't actually use any communication, profile pic banned (it's a pic of Makarov) I'm only staying due to the games. It's honestly sad how soft Xbox has become.
Re: Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 Campaign To Feature 'Open Combat Missions' With More Player Choice
@Techno92LFC
I could be wrong but I believe Cold War had this in the campaign.
Re: Talking Point: What Would Convince You To Use Xbox Cloud Gaming More Often?
Nothing. Cloud game streaming has never pleased me, I'd rather play it on the Xbox.
Re: Here's What Might Be Leaving Xbox Game Pass In September 2023
Shame, I'm actually enjoying Train Sim 3
Re: Rockstar Announces New $50 Port Of Red Dead Redemption, But Xbox Doesn't Need It
Here shows the incompetence of the gaming industry. Gaming is becoming less and less fun because they no longer care about the game, instead they care about the money.
Re: DICE 'A Big Believer' In Xbox Game Pass Thanks To Player Boost For Battlefield 2042
They made a game that was not Battlefield material. This game is legit an embarrassment to the franchise. DICE not long ago was blaming their playerbase for their incompetence. Battlefield Veteran didn't want this, we wanted Battlefield back to modern or Vietnam with Battlefield 1 immersion and Battlefield V movement.
The incompetent team blaming their playerbase/ fans for their incompetence is unbelievable. We didn't ask for specialists, DICE gave them to us. This game feels and acts like a free to play title, there is nothing special about this game.
I do admit it has gotten better since launch, but it does not feel like a AAA title.
Re: Battlefield 2042's Maps Finally Fixed, Almost Two Years After Launch
I'm a Battlefield Vet, this is embarrassing. Battlefield 2042 is an embarrassment to even call a DICE game. While I admit the game has got better, it for me at least is not a Battlefield game and gets really boring, it feels like a free-to-play rip off, of Call of Duty.
Re: Ubisoft Plus Introduces New $1 / £1 Offer For First Month On Xbox
@Utena-mobile
Off topic, but when you said Bleagh I thought it was a Chris Motionless blegh then xD
Ubisoft are a scammy company. I'm still waiting for a new Splinter Cell game
Re: Ubisoft Plus Introduces New $1 / £1 Offer For First Month On Xbox
Going to need to be that for a good few months, like the Alpha said. They've just canceled a game, we've not had another Splinter Cell game for 10 years (imagine it on Xbox Series X) and they've hardly got anything good on the service for the price they're saying.
Maybe if they add the new AC and SW Outlaws I'll definitely give it a go.
Re: Xbox Games With Gold For August 2023 Announced
That's how they end the service? Thankfully it has ended. We've not got the best title out of there. Infact the only title I was grateful for was Forza Motorsport 6, I missed the others before that.
I believe even the most beautiful and ahead of it's time game was on here too; Ryse: Son of Rome
Re: It's Finally Here! The New Xbox Dashboard Has Arrived
I'm a UI / UX designer this is mid - I created something like this and it didn't work out in prototyping. The user still had to press the same amount of buttons.
However the UI part is alot better than previous versions. I actually love the PS5 UI. Simple, clean and as a UI / UX designer it passes for me.