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Re: Yoshida Appreciative of Feedback on PS4's Missing Features

BlueProxy

Looking at the broader picture, not everyone wants multiple boxes to do basic things like listen to an MP3, or watch a blu-ray movie. Less clutter, convenience and getting the most out of one device makes total sense. Like it or not, its a game console and a media deice. It's just up to each person how they want to use it. I get that their pushing paid service, but there's a valid reason not to restrict such a basic feature. It's like not being able to play a dvd on a blu-ray player without a monthly subscription... forcing you to have a separate box. I don't use my PS3 for listening to music, but just making point.

Re: You'll Kill Well Over 10 Hours in Killzone: Shadow Fall's Campaign

BlueProxy

10 hrs. may be the right amount, if the pacing is right and the story is interesting. My issue is that I'll be done with it in a weekend, and not big on multi-player in many cases. For $60, and being my first PS4 game, I need more to dig-into. I'm considering swapping my pre-order to Assassins Creed BF. That will def hold me over until my next purchase.

Re: Soapbox: Stop Sobbing Over Retail Releases and Embrace PS4's Smaller Titles

BlueProxy

Although indies are clever, different, interesting and enjoyable, I can honestly say that none that I've played have the same exciting impact I get from a well built single player block-buster, with a good story, game play and beast graphics (Last of Us, for example). On my first power-on for a brand new console, I want to pop-in a disc. That experience gets a little watered down without a big exclusive. Just my opinion.

Re: Sony Stopping PlayStation Home Content Deliveries in Japan

BlueProxy

Just remembered playing Xi when Home first launched. Very cool and interesting. Made online buddies while working together to solve in-game puzzles, and find clues in the real world, across the globe to find out what the mystery was behind Xi. Even had a live person who would give video recorded hints, and info for you to figure out through checking emails, and working with people. Lasted a few months I believe. Left an impression on me. They need more of that for Home, but leave out the micro transactions like they did when they tried a new version of that experience. That kept me from playing the second one.

Re: Sony Stopping PlayStation Home Content Deliveries in Japan

BlueProxy

I really like the concept behind Home, but as others said way too slow. That's only one of the issues though. Its really missing something. Maybe if they integrated it into the system as an optional interface to do anything, at any time, with anyone... Like chat, launch a co-op session, browse, watch shows with friends, skype, that sort of thing, but seamless. Not sure, but better implementation, and features/fun.

Re: Talking Point: Should the PS4 Feature an Avatar System?

BlueProxy

This is actually an area that if done right, Sony could own. There could be some cool way to integrate a whole new way of using avatars, not explored yet.

Speaking of Home, I haven't heard/read "anything" about it moving over to the PS4. Will it exist in some form revamped, or not at all? Something major needs to change if they do keep it, but I'm curious.

Re: Carmack: Sony Has Made Large Strides with the PS4

BlueProxy

Seems to be a bigger difference when your playing quick, twitchy type games, like multiplayer shooters. Would be nice if the ability was built into the PS4. It could throttle-up to 60fps when quick action is on screen, then down for slower moments on story driven games, so it's less taxing on the processor.

Re: Talking Point: Should All PSN Games Include a Platinum Trophy?

BlueProxy

I think they should be determined by their challenge and difficulty. Treat them like true, rare rewards for those who excel in a skill, or just practice and grind until they earn it. I have none, I play for fun, the story, and the experience. Trophies aren't a big deal to me, but they are to some... so make it worth it.
... and why not make them worth points or credits toward add-ons and dlc. That would give them real purpose.

Re: This Is What Kaz Hirai's Been Up to Over the Past 12 Months

BlueProxy

Really glad that Kaz is leading on a much larger scale now at Sony. He's actually talking to the employees and partners to find the issues, instead of a few major players making decisions in room. I figured the merging of the Sony passwords, and music accounts into one were part of his doing.

Re: Compulsion Games Scratching Its Head Over PS4's Power

BlueProxy

I'm sure devs will find ways to use the horse power whether it's frame rate, effects, graphic details, lighting, etc. Hopefully they keep gameplay at the top of the list, and let the graphics, and everything else fall into place afterwards. Good to know that the PS4 can handle all of them regardless.

Re: Opinion: The Problem with Knack, the PS4 Title That's Punching Above Its Weight

BlueProxy

I've been wondering why Knack is getting so much face time considering it's the most powerful console to date, and a lot weighing on it's success. When I think of PS4, I get a visual in my head of the Knack character... that's not good. It should instead be The Order, Infamous 2, The Last Guardian (I can dream)... something besides that. Even the name seems out of place.

Maybe Sony was going for the all-around family-friendly spin to appeal to a bigger audience. Just seems like this is not the right title for so much attention.