They are all masterpieces so far! I'm currently playing through the series (started at 0, currently playing 5). So far 0 and Kiwami 2 are tied as my favorite, and 3 is my least favorite.
This bummed me out. The live service cosmetics isn't even that big of a deal on its own, it's the fact the combat relies on everyone using guns and the always online requirement (which of course means you can't even play the game anymore when the servers are taken down).
This sounds like a more refined Toukiden, and the open world traversal tools and camps sounds nice! I'll throw this on the wishlist for an eventual purchase (already too many games to play and it's only February).
Dualsense support is the only thing swaying me to PS5 ports of cross-platform games, and I'm rarely swayed to PS5 as a result 😑 What a bummer it wasn't handled better on this game.
@theheadofabroom Yeah I would consider the graphics on the PS2 port very comparable to the GameCube for sure. And I agree the art style was it's strongest point by far! Just seems like this remake's reception was kinda set in stone, even if it launched in this post-patched state.
Perhaps this game is like getting a new kitten. It's so innocent and adorable you want to spend all of your time pampering it. Then by the time it's a full grown smelly adult that has overstayed it's welcome, you see it for what it really is 😂
(Please note I haven't played the game nor hold anything against it. Just a joke 😉)
I'm glad I stuck with it, because it actually provides good plot explanation as to why Wesker doesn't look or act like the famous VG villain, and how he's even there at all post-RE 5. It has campy bits and scenes that make little sense, but overall this is my favorite live action representation to date.
This is too bad, inFamous is always a joy to revisit and Second Son in particular set a standard for PS4 visuals and gameplay. Hopefully PS5 will see a new one some day but it's sounding pretty doubtful.
I'm leaning towards watching Dogma, as the only thing that would pull me towards the FFVII stream is if a Crisis Core remake or remaster is somehow happening (but extremely doubtful).
This game is such a gem. I especially loved the combat system involving climbing larger enemies and throwing smaller ones. It still bums me out that Dragon's Dogma Online didn't even get localized before the servers were shut down 😣
I had a weirdly great time playing this on PC after remapping the controls to be more like Dark Souls. Despite the jank, this is one of the few open world games that truly feels like an adventure as you get to grips with its unique systems.
I was very hyped at the prospects of this game on announcement. It's been so long it fell off my radar, but here's hoping it was all worth it. Square Enix's quality is consistently inconsistent.
Out tomorrow in Asia but still no list of games...? They're really hoping those customers opt for the top tier out of good faith alone!
Correction: I misread the dates 😅
@buckp25 You'd need to play the other three technically (including Travis Strikes Again). That being said, the story is whacky anyways, so playing the others will mainly make some references and cameos more appreciated.
I hope there's a future for this franchise. The character editor it has is surprisingly in-depth (I've been playing as Lupin III astride a Chocobo) and being able to roam the course is a fun bonus.
Any word on if they plan to add a toggle for the dualsense's Home button functionality when pressed vs held? This continues to throw me off to this day.
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Re: Poll: Help Us Rank the Yakuza / Like a Dragon Games
They are all masterpieces so far! I'm currently playing through the series (started at 0, currently playing 5). So far 0 and Kiwami 2 are tied as my favorite, and 3 is my least favorite.
Re: Yes, Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League Is Definitely a Live Service Game
This bummed me out. The live service cosmetics isn't even that big of a deal on its own, it's the fact the combat relies on everyone using guns and the always online requirement (which of course means you can't even play the game anymore when the servers are taken down).
Re: Wild Hearts (PS5) - A Fast-Paced, Thrilling Alternative to Monster Hunter
This sounds like a more refined Toukiden, and the open world traversal tools and camps sounds nice! I'll throw this on the wishlist for an eventual purchase (already too many games to play and it's only February).
Re: Hogwarts Legacy (PS5) - A Harry Potter Dream Come True
@LiamCroft I must know, can you learn/cast Flipendo?
Re: Dead Space (PS5) - Faithful Remake Brings Back a Classic
Dualsense support is the only thing swaying me to PS5 ports of cross-platform games, and I'm rarely swayed to PS5 as a result 😑 What a bummer it wasn't handled better on this game.
Re: Poll: Did You Buy Forspoken?
I'll definitely consider this when it dips below $20 on a sale. Mute the voices, turn my brain off, run around and blast stuff.
Re: Fast-Tracked Death Stranding Movie to Be an Authentic Hideo Kojima Production
This movie will be 5 hours long.
Re: FromSoftware Reveals Armored Core 6 for PS5, PS4, Out Next Year
Time to start holding the Dualsense backwards for optimal (?) control!
Re: Poll: Will You Be Watching The Game Awards 2022?
I watch for the announcements AND for more Keighley. But this year I'm watching for a shot at a free Steam Deck as well 😅
Re: You'll Play as a Zombie in Dead Island 2, New Gameplay Reveals
@Would_you_kindly And just like that DLC, you're using these abilities to combat the undead still. So you're a zombie with morality apparently...
Re: Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII Reunion (PS5) - A Fantastic Remaster of a Fun But Flawed RPG
So as a major fan of the original, the only true negative is the new voice actors. I'm very excited.
Re: Elden Ring Adds Competitive Colosseums for Free This Week
Battle of Stoicism lives on! I wonder if this will actually draw in players unlike the arenas in Dark Souls 1-3...
Re: Stage a Heroic Assault in Free Gotham Knights Update for PS5
Still hoping for a QOL update to add haptic feedback/adaptive trigger support to help with the feel of the combat and driving the motorcycle 😒
Re: Test Your PlayStation General Knowledge - Issue 21
Woh I got 12! Has to be my best quiz score yet 😅 Only 2-3 guesses too 😉
Re: Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII Reveals How It's More Than a Remaster
Crisis Core is among my favorite games of all time. I'm picking up Reunion on day one!
Re: Test Your PlayStation General Knowledge - God of War Special
11 out of 15 for me 😅 I killed it until stuff like the original title, mobile game, and cameo questions.
Re: Silent Hill 2 PS5 Remake Announced as a Console Exclusive
So glad this is coming to PC! This will be great.
Re: PS Plus Extra, Premium PS5, PS4 Games for October 2022 Announced
What's the benefit of Premium again? I'm starting to forget...
Re: Final Fantasy VII's Battle Royale Mobile Game Shuts Down Just Over a Year After Launch
I was actually hoping this would hit consoles/PC because it wasn't half bad for a BR. Mobile constraints didn't do it any favors unfortunately.
Re: Mini Review: XIII (PS5) - Improvements Can't Save This Remaster Redo
@theheadofabroom Yeah I would consider the graphics on the PS2 port very comparable to the GameCube for sure. And I agree the art style was it's strongest point by far! Just seems like this remake's reception was kinda set in stone, even if it launched in this post-patched state.
Re: Mini Review: XIII (PS5) - Improvements Can't Save This Remaster Redo
So the average-at-best shooter's remake is now average-at-best now that it's mostly true to the original? Shocking.
Re: PS Plus Essential, Extra, and Premium PS5, PS4 Games for September 2022 All Announced
Another month that I'm glad I'm not subbed to Premium. Maybe in a year there'll be a decent vintage library there to warrant it.
Re: Poll: How Much Would You Pay for the DualSense Edge PS5 Pro Controller?
The feature to replace sticks is good for when it starts to drift I suppose 🤷♂️
Re: Soapbox: I'm Sorry, But Your Cute Cat Game Isn't That Great
@neitan Strongly depends on the dog/cat! lol
Re: Soapbox: I'm Sorry, But Your Cute Cat Game Isn't That Great
Perhaps this game is like getting a new kitten. It's so innocent and adorable you want to spend all of your time pampering it. Then by the time it's a full grown smelly adult that has overstayed it's welcome, you see it for what it really is 😂
(Please note I haven't played the game nor hold anything against it. Just a joke 😉)
Re: Killzone Shadow Fall PS4 Servers Will Shut Down, Three Other Games Too
I...totally forgot about Killzone Shadow Fall, and it was one of my first PS4 games 😔 I should revisit it.
Re: Poll: Are You Playing Stray?
I live with two cats and my appreciation for them is on a steep decline.
Re: First Impressions: Resident Evil Netflix Deviates from the Games But Still Entertains
I'm glad I stuck with it, because it actually provides good plot explanation as to why Wesker doesn't look or act like the famous VG villain, and how he's even there at all post-RE 5. It has campy bits and scenes that make little sense, but overall this is my favorite live action representation to date.
Re: Feature: What Are Your Most Anticipated PS5, PS4 Games for the Rest of 2022?
This seems broken? I can't select Crisis Core five times over. Anyway, that's obviously my #1, but Callisto and Hogwarts are up there too.
Re: No inFAMOUS or Sly Cooper Games in Development, Sucker Punch Confirms
This is too bad, inFamous is always a joy to revisit and Second Son in particular set a standard for PS4 visuals and gameplay. Hopefully PS5 will see a new one some day but it's sounding pretty doubtful.
Re: Poll: Which Final Fantasy Game are You Most Looking Forward to?
Crisis Core! I thought Square tossed it into a hole and buried it for good. I'm so excited.
Re: PSP's Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII Remastered for PS5, PS4 This Year
I thought the rumors were false! I can't believe this is getting a full remake. I get to relive one of my favorite games!
Re: Dragon's Dogma 2 Officially in Development
Trying to keep calm here..."My. Body. Is. Ready."
Re: Reminder: Final Fantasy 7 and Dragon's Dogma Events Are Happening at the Same Time Today
I'm leaning towards watching Dogma, as the only thing that would pull me towards the FFVII stream is if a Crisis Core remake or remaster is somehow happening (but extremely doubtful).
Re: Rob from the Rich and Give to the Poor in Kamiwaza: Way of the Thief, Coming to PS4 in October
This is hilarious, and now seeing Acquire is involved this became one of my most anticipated titles of the year.
Re: Diablo 4 Goes Open World with Full Cross-Play on PS5, PS4 in 2023
What does Open World even mean in this context? The camera is still facing the ground and the previous games didn't heavily limit where you roamed?
Re: Sony Confirms Content Can No Longer Be Transferred Between PS3 and PS Vita
So any hope for transferring content from PS3 to PSP is also likely kiboshed. I suppose alternate methods will have to do..."yargh"
Re: Dragon's Dogma Is Ten Years Old Today
This game is such a gem. I especially loved the combat system involving climbing larger enemies and throwing smaller ones. It still bums me out that Dragon's Dogma Online didn't even get localized before the servers were shut down 😣
Re: Poll: Are You Sold on PS Plus Extra or Premium?
No longer subbed to Plus, but when that Vintage library gets a major buff I could be convinced to go for the top tier.
Re: Capcom Plans to Release 'Major New Games' This Fiscal Year Amid Record Profits
Viewtiful Joe 3, for sure 😂 But seriously, I do miss that little guy.
Re: RPG Outward Gets Definitive Edition on PS5, Out Next Week
I had a weirdly great time playing this on PC after remapping the controls to be more like Dark Souls. Despite the jank, this is one of the few open world games that truly feels like an adventure as you get to grips with its unique systems.
Re: Poll: When Do You Think Final Fantasy 16 Will Release?
I was very hyped at the prospects of this game on announcement. It's been so long it fell off my radar, but here's hoping it was all worth it. Square Enix's quality is consistently inconsistent.
Re: PS Plus Extra, Premium Release Dates Shared By Sony
@AinsleyE Good catch. My tired brain strikes again.
Re: PS Plus Extra, Premium Release Dates Shared By Sony
Out tomorrow in Asia but still no list of games...? They're really hoping those customers opt for the top tier out of good faith alone!
Correction: I misread the dates 😅
Re: Klonoa Remasters Leap to PS5, PS4 in July with New Gameplay Features
I'm interested to see what Hard mode means for a Klonoa game!
Re: No More Heroes 3 Touches Down on PS5, PS4 This Year
@buckp25 You'd need to play the other three technically (including Travis Strikes Again). That being said, the story is whacky anyways, so playing the others will mainly make some references and cameos more appreciated.
Re: Post-Apocalypse JRPG Metal Max Xeno Reborn Rolls Out on PS4 This Summer
Glad to hear news on this! Despite it's flaws I had some fun with the original, so these QOL changes look very welcome.
Re: Everybody's Golf Falls Victim to Sony Online Server Cuts
I hope there's a future for this franchise. The character editor it has is surprisingly in-depth (I've been playing as Lupin III astride a Chocobo) and being able to roam the course is a fun bonus.
Re: PS Plus Premium Brings PS1, PS2, PS3, and PSP Games to PS5, PS4
If they add PS2 and PSP titles with online support (Resident Evil Outbreak and Monster Hunter for example), I would sub to premium no question.
Re: New PS5 Firmware Update Available Now, Overhauls Parties, Lets You Pin Games, Much More
Any word on if they plan to add a toggle for the dualsense's Home button functionality when pressed vs held? This continues to throw me off to this day.