BlueLobster

I gave Mortal Kombat 1 a go today to see how the streaming handles input lag and I was impressed. Granted, that was on a wireless fiber connection so I’m sure that helped. My early impression (from the few games that I’ve tried) is that it seems to perform way better than logging into the PS5 remotely on the same wireless network.

I posted this concern here last November, just prior to the PS5 Pro launch:

“If it amplifies/misinterprets graphical issues already present, can the feature (PSSR) be turned off for games that it doesn’t play nicely with? If not, will those games look worse over time as a result of the AI “learning” the wrong improvement process?”

I decided to give Sony the benefit of the doubt, despite my trepidation, and bought a Pro at launch anyway. Now it seems like my concerns were not entirely unjustified.

This wouldn’t have happened in the first place had Frank Costanza been the project manager for this update. Or better yet, Sid Farkus…he’s the best in the business!

Isn’t the PS5 Pro supposed to be a mid-generation refresh? It hasn’t even been out for a year yet. With the price having gone up to $750 in recent weeks, it’s a little insulting that Sony would be putting PS6 “top of mind”. First, how about delivering on the promise that the games running on PS5 Pro would look and/or perform better. There have already been examples of games looking/running worse. Do they expect people to shell out $999 (just a guess) for a PS6 so soon? As many others have pointed out, we have most definitely reached a point of diminishing returns. Come up with some fun new concepts for games that don’t take 10+ years to develop. For perspective, my son was 2 years old when GTA 5 launched on PS3. He’s 14 now and GTA 6 is still another year out. Not that I want him playing that anyway but it’s crazy that the development cycle has spanned 3 console generations and half of an actual human generation.

PS2 Deadly Alliance was a good one. Was that the one with the graveyard for unlocking concept art, etc.? I also really liked the PS3 Mortal Kombat (9?) but maybe I’m in the minority as I don’t think I’ve seen any mention of it in the context of collection.

I have loved this series from its beginnings on PS2. Quirky and addictive. I’ve been playing the PS5 re-rolls recently and have those songs stuck in my head all over again. Can’t wait for this!

I would have gone with Face Value for the sub-head.

I’m still not convinced it isn’t just a rumor.

• TLoU3 will be set 20 years later.
• Ellie and Abby, now in their 40’s, collaborate for a cure by tracking down another doctor/scientist that can synthesize a cure from Ellie’s immunity, giving her a 2nd chance to save humanity.
• Young-adult JJ and Lev have active roles in the story.
• Lev sails to “other countries”.
• More flashback levels to fill in the gaps.
• Shocking reveal: Abby was pregnant with Owen’s baby! Actually, I’d have to check the timeline on that one.
• Happy ending!

@Futureshark @Bingbongboyo There hasn’t been a proper caber toss game since.

The Sega CD version had me hooked a lifetime ago. That prompted me to buy the complete versions of the games when they released on PS1. No steel books (steel jewel cases?) back then but they did include a cloth map and mini hardcover instruction book. Challenging (if not repetitive) battles as someone else pointed out. Those early level conflicts weren’t always automatic wins. I couldn’t get into the Vita version, for some reason. Hopefully, the developers are treating this one with care.

Alex. Oh, Aaaaalex!

I wouldn’t mind seeing them take a stab at a Colony Wars remake. Those games were pretty cool on PS1 but could potentially be incredible now.

I was wondering why my search results for Sackboy kept directing me to PH.

@Member_the_game Good one!

How about some PS2 era EA Sports BIG games. I’m looking at you SSX and NBA Street series. Might as well throw in some, Katamari, Simpson’s Hit and Run, Maximo, and Bully in there while you’re at it.

If it amplifies/misinterprets graphical issues already present, can the feature be turned off for games that it doesn’t play nicely with? If not, will those games look worse over time as a result of the AI “learning” the wrong improvement process?

@Darude84 Since it was one of the few games used to showcase the system in Cerny’s technical presentation, I naturally assumed that the patch would be ready day 1. Hopefully it’s just an oversight but we’ll find out soon enough.

No Gran Turismo 7 day 1?

Wow, I remember playing a fair amount of Hardball! on the Amiga 500 back in the day. The catcher’s mitt moved independent of his body when placing pitches and singles down the line all animated the same way. Not exactly The Show type sim we have these days but jolly good fun 40 years ago. I don’t remember the sequel. Now, EA needs to bring back One on One: Dr. J vs. Larry Bird!

The pro bundle was already sold out when my turn in the US queue came up. That was ~ 10:25 AM (ET). I was really hoping to match the color scheme of my PSVR2 which is already PlayStation gray thanks to the layer of dust that has settled on it.

I still have my Lunar: Silver Star Story Complete and Lunar 2: Eternal Blue Complete games for PS1. Looks like they sell for a pretty penny on eBay but I haven’t been able to part with them. Warm nostalgic feels.

For $700, not only should it include a disc drive, but one that can play discs from every PlayStation generation (PS1-PS5). That, in addition to the upgraded specs announced. I realize it’s a digital world nowadays, but I have 30 years worth of physical games that would likely see more action if there was an all-in-one console solution for playing them. I’m all for the latest and greatest tech but it would be nice to have the option to revisit simpler times when the mood strikes. Astro Bot seems to get it. Maybe he should be running the show.

I’m probably in the minority here, but a great value-add feature for me would be full physical disc backward compatibility going all the way back to the PS1 (my original PS3 fat won’t live forever). I have amassed a sizable collection of disc-based games in nearly 30 years of supporting the PlayStation brand. I upgraded to a PS4 Pro when it was released to go along with my new 4K TV because that was a legitimate reason at the time (although I think Sony dropped the ball by not including a UHD disc player in that console). I digress. The improved specs of a PS5 Pro could be a less compelling reason this time around which is why I think Sony should sweeten the deal in other ways such as full physical disc BC, additional USB-C ports, larger SSD, etc. One PS to rule them all!