Topic: What PS5 Games Are You Currently Playing?

@Voltan A lot of people have been high on Sea of Stars. I haven’t planned to try it since I felt like it looked too retro for me, but I could be wrong. I’d been targeting Octopath Traveler 2 for when I might have a retro JPRG urge, but maybe I need to keep SoS in mind instead.

@Th3solution It definitely is very retro but doesn't feel held back by that fact, if you know what I mean.

@Voltan Yeah, I think so. I’m not sure if the videos and screenshots do it justice, but it looks a little rough. I know pixel art has its own beauty and charisma, and it sounds like there are some visual upgrades that feel modern.
Are there 3D CGI cutscenes?

@Th3solution I haven't played either, but judging from reviews I don't think you can go wrong with either game. Sea of Stars just happens to be the newest. I couldn't fault trying Sea of Stars first though since it's on Extra. If you enjoy one, then you could always play the other at some point. I don't know obviously, but I doubt either is super long. These games weren't back in the day.

@Th3solution There are some short cutscenes but they're vintage anime style, no 3D CGI.

Oh, btw - while the presentation is very 16bit mid-90s, the level design has a lot more verticality than the games from that time - I like it a lot.

@Voltan Ok, thanks. Just curious.

@KilloWertz The mood with have to hit me, either way. And it looks like HLTB has SoS playtime in the 35 hr range vs. OT2 at closer to 80 hr. Given I’m not typically into retro style games anymore, 30 hrs sounds better than 80. 😅

Rolled credits on Armored Core VI. Absolute gem of a game. Was skeptical that I maybe wouldn’t like it that much as I hadn’t experienced the series before — even though I pre-ordered it —and I’ve never really had any interest in any ‘Mech’ game before (besides Titanfall 2) but bloody hell, that’s the most enjoyment and satisfaction I’ve got out of a game since I first played through Elden Ring.

Maybe there’s just something about FromSoftware and their game design that just really appeals to me more so than other game devs out there and to be honest, I’m not exactly sure what that is, but I absolutely loved Armored Core VI from start to finish. Great gameplay, no bugs or game-breaking issues, plenty of Photo Mode opportunities and some absolutely stonking boss fights as well.

FromSoftware have knocked it out of the park once again. Cracking game.

@Th3solution Wow, never mind about what I said then. I have no problem with Octopath Traveler 2 being 80 hours, as I still look forward to playing the game whenever it goes on a bigger sale, I can understand choosing the much shorter one of the two if that matters.

@KAIRU Glad you had such a good time with it. Does it share any of the difficulty issues of their Souls games? I refuse to play them as I know I won't enjoy that style, but would probably consider this down the line (maybe a Black Friday sale) as I've never played any of the series before.

@KAIRU Haha well done. The mind boggles. I can see myself being stuck on the Chapter 2 boss for longer than it took you to complete it

@KilloWertz Some of the bosses gave me a bit of hassle, but being able to change up your loadout if you die during a mission is really cool and was actually something I neglected for so long. It can help a lot of the boss fights become more favourable for you.

It’s not Dark Souls by any means but it’s definitely a fun game. If you’re on the fence though, I’d still probably recommend you wait for a sale.

@woollypump That boss was a fun one and caught me off guard a lot, yet it’s possibly one of my favourite bosses out of the whole game. You’re in for a treat at the end of Chapter Three though. 😏

Keep persevering though, you’ll get there eventually. Don’t be afraid to switch up your loadout if you’re struggling as well. I found the main weapon I was using (the Plasma Rifle) better against some bosses but worse against others. It’s about finding that balance. You’ll get there though!

Bought the "Lucid Dreamer" bundle a few days ago and just started The Sinking City yesterday.

Exactly what I had hoped it would be and I've played roughly 8 hours. Nice and straight forward to get into and so far the story has kept me interested. Always wanted to give it a go and the fact it's now got a PS5 upgrade and you can get it bundled with SH: Chapter one for about £14 it seemed a no brainer.

Not tried Sherlock Holmes yet but I've played Devils Daughter and enjoyed that so no doubt will be pleased enough with it.

@KAIRU I'll definitely wait for a sale as I'm pretty well booked up for a lot of the rest of the year, but thanks for the answer. My backlog is extensive, so I can't guarantee I'll ever play it, but I'll keep it in mind when I see it on sale (possibly during Black Friday already).

@KilloWertz Yeah, there isn’t any harm in waiting for a sale if you do ever decide to take a punt on it. I highly doubt it’ll be going anywhere any time soon!

I’ve been faffing about with the Photo Mode for the last hour so maybe when I post the shots I’ve taken that might convince you! 😂

@KAIRU That would require me to go into the thread for the first time in weeks.

Ok, maybe I'll make an exception over the weekend and look at them.

@KilloWertz I’m sure you’ll manage! 😏

After a few more hours of Sea of Stars, it might just have my favorite level design in this genre. It’s really good.

Having competed Horizon Forbidden West i am back to -

Last of Us 2

Dying light 2