Intended or not the toxicity in the gaming industry over console wars is just as bad as politics. Gamers should be supporting each other regardless of the differences, we would likely find more friends and play more games that way.
@Broosh LOL That's great. Although I'd be impressed if my cats played my Xbox while I was at work. I would just put a webcam up if I found this out though.
Of all of them LEGO had the most content. Storm Island with the weather effects at the time was very impressive. The Hot Wheels content is fun, but completing it was short lived. I'm looking forward to some of the player made content with Hot Wheels and event labs though. It may end up being the best if it gets support.
@bobzbulder Valhalla was so bugged for me I couldn't finish the main story about a half year after launch. Over 5 months to fix a game breaking bug. Riders Republic still has broken collision mechanics and rewind system and they've literally stopped mentioning it as something that needs to be addressed. This company is a crap show.
Ubisoft post launch support is abysmal. They are truly the developer that you are smartest to wait a couple years IF they even fix the bugs and buy it at a discount.
Square Enix has made it easy to not be a fan of their games as someone who owns an Xbox. Between this and their NFT nonsense, I truly have no desire to play anymore of their games.
@Titntin Cat people in general. Is that a cat game, cool, I'll play it. It really doesn't matter, it just needs cats. I'm looking forward to Stray coming to Xbox down the line, but not holding my breath. I'm just not buying a PS5 just to play Stray. I'm not sure my PC can play it to a level I will enjoy.
My only gripe is how it doesn't auto-install if you've already purchased. I drive up to the content to have the game take me to the store where I've already purchased the content just to install it, then it still does nothing and you have to force close the game to access the content. While the problem is short lived, something tells me they could find a way to avoid this.
@xMightyMatt14x The only problem is it should have been there at launch. There are many people who will likely never know that this was added in as if it were a second thought. They are going to need a lot of advertising to re-promote the game with these features that should have been there in the first place.
@UnusedBabyWipes I was thinking along the same lines. I personally had though Ubisoft said they weren't going to make any more single era games like we've been getting.
Considering how poorly they did with Valhalla, for me with bugs that broke the game that wouldn't allow me to finish the main story. Then Riders Republic where the number 1 issue at launch was collision mechanics and a broken rewind feature, that are still broken and the developers don't even bring it up anymore meaning the brokenness of the game is now a feature.
That being said it's going to take a long time for Ubisoft to earn my trust to the point of considering another game from them.
@dsar9012 I'm personally not interested in those games. To me Playstation is actually in a worse position because Game Pass has many games at a great value. The industry as a whole isn't doing well, I do expect a rebound.
I can't go back to non textured triggers. I wish they would add them to the customization tools for custom designed controllers and make a new Elite controller, that also uses batteries like the original.
I remember when the power glove came out it looked so cool and I wanted one. It definitely never lived up to what I thought it was but doesn't make me like it any less. I really appreciate this guy taking the time to do this. Pretty nostalgic.
I personally think Valhalla's combat sucks, it's why I didn't play the expansions. Valhalla is to me is not better than Odyssey. Looking forward to Origins.
There's still just part 1 of 3 am I correct? Remake announced at the beginning of PS3. 1st part released at the end of PS4 lifecycle. I have yet to hear anything about a part 2 or 3. By the time part 3 comes out there will be flying cars and elevators to the moon. At this point I'm just going to laugh if it fails.
It is a disappointment that games like Starfield are delayed, though I look at Halo Infinite and think to myself, take all the time you need. All the same the value is undeniable with the amount and quality of games available on Game Pass. It's been a while since I've read a Kotaku article this piece seems like a reminder why.
The Star Wars Xbox 360 had the power button and eject button sounds on the console replaced with R2D2 noises something not mentioned in the video. This was my favorite part about it.
FYI this item was delayed with no notification. The Xbox Gear Shop also has a no cancellation policy. So as a friendly reminder to all who go to this shop. Do it at your own risk.
I will be sure to remind everyone anytime I see the Xbox Gear Shop in this forum what a crap show they run and take people's money and zero customer support.
@GuyProsciutto $10 more than if I didn't buy a second time for a game I already paid for, played, and beat that offers me nothing but 5 minutes of nostalgia before never playing again.
@Leuke It doesn't flip like a switch. Bethesda acquisition was just completed, Activision/Blizzard isn't even completed. I'd suggest waiting for the showcase in June and see what their promises are. I'm not saying you are wrong, I think we just have to have a bit more patience with the process.
@awp69 My guess is the first will drop during the June Showcase when they release the trailer for it. They have a good history of keeping stuff like this secret and surprising us.
@A01 Some games like Forza Horizon 5 can be played solo, but you still need an internet connection for the daily, weekly, and seasonal content to update. They sure need to fix issues, but the problem is bigger than the digital vs. physical game discussion. There is an element to being online that doesn't have anything to do with multiplayer that even having a physical disc won't solve.
@Snake_V5 I personally hope they finish the game before porting it. I think all there is now is the first part and a remake of the first part. There still two more parts to make...
@Dezzy70 I believe the reason people this even gets brought this up is really a special case scenario. I can't remember what game it was but the PS5 allowed a game to run 4K60 due to the unlocked framerate of the older version of the game where the Series X version could only run the game at 4K30 or a reduced resolution at 60. It lost some details but some argued that it was worth the 60FPS. But I believe this was the only occurrence I've seen that makes a valid argument as to why having the option to turn it off for a particular game. In the end this would easily be solved with another mode available for the Series X to allow for things like this. I'm not one of those 60 FPS fanatics, but I know it's important to others. I do think they made the right move though, Smart Delivery works really well.
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Re: Soapbox: Forza Horizon Is Spinning Its Wheels, So Let's Bring Back The Best Racer On Xbox
PGR is not better. Forza Horizon is the evolution of PGR.
Re: GTA 6 Reportedly Features Female Protagonist For The First Time
Only problem I have is with Rockstar is the lack of support for single player content. This may be the first GTA I never play.
Re: Xbox 'Encouraged' Console Wars During The 360 Era, Says Former Exec
Intended or not the toxicity in the gaming industry over console wars is just as bad as politics. Gamers should be supporting each other regardless of the differences, we would likely find more friends and play more games that way.
Re: Rumour: Immortals Fenyx Rising Might Be Coming To Xbox Game Pass
This is the least buggy of Ubisoft titles as of lately. Actually quite enjoyable.
Re: Your Xbox Series X|S Will Soon 'Boot Up' Even Faster
@Broosh LOL That's great. Although I'd be impressed if my cats played my Xbox while I was at work. I would just put a webcam up if I found this out though.
Re: Your Xbox Series X|S Will Soon 'Boot Up' Even Faster
@Broosh The THX sound was amazing. I'm not saying the boot up sound isn't nice. It's just too much if you aren't expecting it.
Re: Assassin's Creed 'Rift' Reportedly Aiming For Mid-2023 Release
Ubisoft has problems in house. I won't be supporting them again until they get their crap together.
Re: Pick One: Which Is Your Favourite Forza Horizon Expansion To Date?
Of all of them LEGO had the most content. Storm Island with the weather effects at the time was very impressive. The Hot Wheels content is fun, but completing it was short lived. I'm looking forward to some of the player made content with Hot Wheels and event labs though. It may end up being the best if it gets support.
Re: Your Xbox Series X|S Will Soon 'Boot Up' Even Faster
This would be cool if the boot up sound didn't rattle the house if I left the stereo up.
Re: Xbox Dev Teases 'Really Exciting' Future For Discord Partnership
@mac01208 I completely agree with games being most important. Tools for connecting gamers is also important though.
Re: Avatar: Frontiers Of Pandora Has Been Delayed To 2023 Or 2024
@bobzbulder Valhalla was so bugged for me I couldn't finish the main story about a half year after launch. Over 5 months to fix a game breaking bug. Riders Republic still has broken collision mechanics and rewind system and they've literally stopped mentioning it as something that needs to be addressed. This company is a crap show.
Re: Avatar: Frontiers Of Pandora Has Been Delayed To 2023 Or 2024
Ubisoft post launch support is abysmal. They are truly the developer that you are smartest to wait a couple years IF they even fix the bugs and buy it at a discount.
Re: 'Forspoken' PS5 Delay Means It Won't Come To Xbox Until 2025
Square Enix has made it easy to not be a fan of their games as someone who owns an Xbox. Between this and their NFT nonsense, I truly have no desire to play anymore of their games.
Re: Stray's Success Could Pave The Way For Everyone's Favourite Xbox Cat To Return
@Titntin Cat people in general. Is that a cat game, cool, I'll play it. It really doesn't matter, it just needs cats. I'm looking forward to Stray coming to Xbox down the line, but not holding my breath. I'm just not buying a PS5 just to play Stray. I'm not sure my PC can play it to a level I will enjoy.
Re: Discord Voice Chat Is Coming To Xbox, Starting Today For Insiders
@Yarec123 Insider access isn't exactly some exclusive club. Anyone can join I believe.
Re: Roundup: Here's What The Critics Are Saying About Forza Horizon 5: Hot Wheels
My only gripe is how it doesn't auto-install if you've already purchased. I drive up to the content to have the game take me to the store where I've already purchased the content just to install it, then it still does nothing and you have to force close the game to access the content. While the problem is short lived, something tells me they could find a way to avoid this.
Re: Halo Infinite's Campaign Network Co-Op Flight Is Now Live
@xMightyMatt14x The only problem is it should have been there at launch. There are many people who will likely never know that this was added in as if it were a second thought. They are going to need a lot of advertising to re-promote the game with these features that should have been there in the first place.
Re: Halo Infinite 'Campaign Network Co-Op Preview' Start Date Targeting This Week
Pretty much every reason the game sucked for me at launch. I don't know if I care enough to play it anymore though.
Re: Forza Horizon 5 Hot Wheels: Full List Of Xbox Achievements Revealed
A little overdue but can't wait. This also has me wondering if the second DLC will end up being LEGO content. That was fun in FH4.
Re: Rumour: Assassin's Creed Is Going To The Aztecs With Next Title
@UnusedBabyWipes I was thinking along the same lines. I personally had though Ubisoft said they weren't going to make any more single era games like we've been getting.
Re: Ubisoft Moves To $70 Price Point With Next-Gen-Only Skull & Bones
I hope it crash and burns to the bottom of the ocean. They will never get another dime out of me.
Re: Ubisoft's Skull & Bones Officially Sets Sail On Xbox This November
Considering how poorly they did with Valhalla, for me with bugs that broke the game that wouldn't allow me to finish the main story. Then Riders Republic where the number 1 issue at launch was collision mechanics and a broken rewind feature, that are still broken and the developers don't even bring it up anymore meaning the brokenness of the game is now a feature.
That being said it's going to take a long time for Ubisoft to earn my trust to the point of considering another game from them.
Re: Aaron Greenberg Teases 'A Lot More' Unannounced Xbox Games In The Works
@dsar9012 I'm personally not interested in those games. To me Playstation is actually in a worse position because Game Pass has many games at a great value. The industry as a whole isn't doing well, I do expect a rebound.
Re: Aaron Greenberg Teases 'A Lot More' Unannounced Xbox Games In The Works
Looking at 2022 is a real gut punch. I have friends literally ignoring this generation of consoles. It's because of the lack of games in general.
Re: Hardware Review: PowerA Cuphead Ms. Chalice Controller - A Solid Pad With A Delightful Design
I can't go back to non textured triggers. I wish they would add them to the customization tools for custom designed controllers and make a new Elite controller, that also uses batteries like the original.
Re: Team Xbox Is 'Very Aware' Of The Store's Dodgy Search Function
I couldn't even find a game one time. Ended up contacting support over it.
Re: Random: YouTuber Plays Xbox Series S Using The Nintendo Power Glove
I remember when the power glove came out it looked so cool and I wanted one. It definitely never lived up to what I thought it was but doesn't make me like it any less. I really appreciate this guy taking the time to do this. Pretty nostalgic.
Re: Review: Assassin's Creed Origins - Better Than Ever On Xbox Series X
I personally think Valhalla's combat sucks, it's why I didn't play the expansions. Valhalla is to me is not better than Odyssey. Looking forward to Origins.
Re: Assassin's Creed Origins Deluxe Pack Included In Xbox Game Pass Perks
@FraserG Thanks for the response. At least it goes on sale pretty frequently. I'm definitely looking forward to playing it.
Re: Feature: Our Predictions For The 2022 Xbox Games Showcase
A lot of great ideas here. Most of the comments got me thinking of what people think would be the biggest surprise of the show.
Re: Assassin's Creed Origins Deluxe Pack Included In Xbox Game Pass Perks
So if you obtain the DLC and the game leaves Game Pass do you still have to buy the base game?
Re: PlayStation Store Conjures Speculation Over Final Fantasy VII Remake Coming To Xbox
There's still just part 1 of 3 am I correct? Remake announced at the beginning of PS3. 1st part released at the end of PS4 lifecycle. I have yet to hear anything about a part 2 or 3. By the time part 3 comes out there will be flying cars and elevators to the moon. At this point I'm just going to laugh if it fails.
Re: Xbox Throws Major Shade At Claims Of 'Game Pass Burnout'
It is a disappointment that games like Starfield are delayed, though I look at Halo Infinite and think to myself, take all the time you need. All the same the value is undeniable with the amount and quality of games available on Game Pass. It's been a while since I've read a Kotaku article this piece seems like a reminder why.
Re: Talking Point: Which Of These Xbox 360 Limited Edition Consoles Is Your Favourite?
The Star Wars Xbox 360 had the power button and eject button sounds on the console replaced with R2D2 noises something not mentioned in the video. This was my favorite part about it.
Re: Red Dead Redemption Remake And RDR2 Next-Gen Reportedly In Development
@Richnj The RDR1 One X enhancements are pretty good.
Re: Halo Is Getting A Limited Edition 20th Anniversary Funko Pop, Pre-Order Now
FYI this item was delayed with no notification. The Xbox Gear Shop also has a no cancellation policy. So as a friendly reminder to all who go to this shop. Do it at your own risk.
I will be sure to remind everyone anytime I see the Xbox Gear Shop in this forum what a crap show they run and take people's money and zero customer support.
Re: Red Dead Redemption Remake And RDR2 Next-Gen Reportedly In Development
@GuyProsciutto $10 more than if I didn't buy a second time for a game I already paid for, played, and beat that offers me nothing but 5 minutes of nostalgia before never playing again.
Re: Red Dead Redemption Remake And RDR2 Next-Gen Reportedly In Development
All this content we have already payed for and played for the low price of $60.
Re: Multiple Silent Hill Games Reportedly In Development At Various Studios
Silent Hill 1 remake or bust for me.
Re: Bethesda Devs Reportedly Feared Starfield Becoming The 'Next Cyberpunk'
@Leuke FH5 still has to expansions one likely to drop in June during the showcase. Those are usually fun.
Re: Bethesda Devs Reportedly Feared Starfield Becoming The 'Next Cyberpunk'
@Leuke It doesn't flip like a switch. Bethesda acquisition was just completed, Activision/Blizzard isn't even completed. I'd suggest waiting for the showcase in June and see what their promises are. I'm not saying you are wrong, I think we just have to have a bit more patience with the process.
Re: Bethesda Delays Starfield And Redfall To First Half Of 2023
Considering Halo Infinite is still in the situation it is. I completely agree with this decision.
Re: Forza Horizon 6 Development Underway As Playground Games Searches For Staff
@awp69 My guess is the first will drop during the June Showcase when they release the trailer for it. They have a good history of keeping stuff like this secret and surprising us.
Re: Major Xbox Outage Leads To Confusion And Frustration Over 'Offline' Games
@A01 Some games like Forza Horizon 5 can be played solo, but you still need an internet connection for the daily, weekly, and seasonal content to update. They sure need to fix issues, but the problem is bigger than the digital vs. physical game discussion. There is an element to being online that doesn't have anything to do with multiplayer that even having a physical disc won't solve.
Re: 343 Admits Halo Infinite S2 Launch Has Been Bumpy, Says It's 'Reviewing Options'
This game is broken like Windows 11. Both at least a year too early.
Re: Digital Foundry Analysis Shows Xbox Offers The Best VRR Experience On Console
The X90H can't do VRR properly, not sure why people thought the console would be any good at this.
Re: Razer Reveals Official Star Wars Xbox Controller As Part Of May The 4th Celebrations
Maybe for $70. LOL
Re: Rumour: 'Virtually Every' Xbox Studio Has Submitted Content For June's Games Showcase
@Snake_V5 I personally hope they finish the game before porting it. I think all there is now is the first part and a remake of the first part. There still two more parts to make...
Re: Xbox & Bethesda Games Showcase Confirmed For This June
@Rmg0731 You could load up 3 years of Game Pass before any price hike.
Re: Xbox Engineer Explains Why Smart Delivery Forces Series X|S Version
@Dezzy70 I believe the reason people this even gets brought this up is really a special case scenario. I can't remember what game it was but the PS5 allowed a game to run 4K60 due to the unlocked framerate of the older version of the game where the Series X version could only run the game at 4K30 or a reduced resolution at 60. It lost some details but some argued that it was worth the 60FPS. But I believe this was the only occurrence I've seen that makes a valid argument as to why having the option to turn it off for a particular game. In the end this would easily be solved with another mode available for the Series X to allow for things like this. I'm not one of those 60 FPS fanatics, but I know it's important to others. I do think they made the right move though, Smart Delivery works really well.