Gremio108

I can count the reasons for not being a CoD gamer on one hand. I have six reasons.

Proposing this as a means of replicating games shows a misunderstanding of what AI actually is.

Maybe one day AI will replace Phil Spencer.

Big deal, I recently completed an all-hit run, where I made sure I was hit by every single boss in all the games.

It was definitely a challenge run, and the numerous beatings I took were purely by choice.

@ErrantRob It's good fun and a completely different way of playing because you need to get in close.

I've gone dex and bleed, more of a swift, Muhammad Ali character. My mate is planning on a Mike Tyson-style strength version so we can co-op. I guess another option would be to get the martial-arts weapons from the DLC areas and go Conor McGregor kickboxer!

"Worth playing to see a high-res image of British legends Paul Daniels and The Krankies"

Sold.

Nightreign if I can get it to work. I tried Friday's but the matchmaking wasn't having any of it.

Being in the Roundtable Hold made me want to play Elden Ring again, so I've got back into that. Running a boxer build, fist weapons and leg armour only. Add in the Bloodhound Step and I'm floating like a butterfly, stinging like a bee.

Ironic given that most peoples Games did actually Stop

@GeeForce That's the one yeah, it's good stuff.

Good to see the outage is over and we get five extra days of plus, but who's going to compensate me for my lost seven hours and raging headache?

@ShogunRok I'll raise another glass in recognition of your service.

Couldn't care less about the outage, I've been out since 3pm and I'm off my face on caramel rum. But surely this is a record for most comments on an article?

Dark Souls II. At least I don't have to worry about getting invaded.

"It's a glorious day for fans of fractured European history"

Strong opener

I'm glad you mention plagarism, because I've spent the last four years working on my indie game "Poo Poo Breast Poo", a thoughtful walking simulator about one man's struggle with depression.

This writer will be hearing from my lawyers.

@ErrantRob Haha, Subnautica is mine. I was literally in a bubble. Personally I've found nothing has been able to replicate the experience of gaming in lockdown

I'd be surprised if Rockstar hadn't at least considered it. But I think they'll follow the same model they did with V. Sell the game as one bundle initially, then online becomes available separately later.

And then again on PS6.

And then again on PS7.

@PrincessPeach11 Knack 2's co-op is quality to be fair. First one not so much

If there's one series where I'm happy with more of the same, it's Sniper Elite. I'll be on this as soon as me and my mate can clear our schedules. We always play through them in co-op, and it never fails to be hilarious

Yes, Preston Garvey, I will go and help another settlement. Because I'm having such a good time running around shooting things that even my tolerance for your busybodying is high.

Sorry did I miss something? Who the hell is Kurtis?

I kind of see the argument from a developer's point of view, games are requiring more and more resources to make these days. But I don't think I could ever stump up three figures for a computer game.

Besides, Rockstar is the last company that needs to make more money

Dark Souls II, this game is longer than I remember. Also Wo Long and Fallout 4, which I'm still absolutely loving, more so than first time around.

It was typical of Sony this gen, simply roll it out while cockily assuming it'll be a success, without a proper marketing and pricing strategy. I'm sure it's a great bit of kit (not got one myself) but where was the plan for market?

This is how companies get when the competition fades, everyone wishing for the failure of Microsoft should look at the current state of Sony, from an outward facing point of view.

Maybe Concord crashing and burning is the start of Sony getting back on track. Wipe the slate clean and refocus on what made them the industry leader.

Here's a hint guys: it wasn't live service dross

@PeaceSalad Exploded cardinal preaches sermon from fish tank

If Peter Stormare tells me a place is bad news, then I pack my bags and get as far away from there as possible. Because if it's bad enough to spook Peter Stormare, it's sure as hell going to spook me.

Competition is more than just a question of specs. They will look to entice the middle ground of gamers, those inbetween the casual COD players who prioritise graphics and performance, and the serious gamers who are seeking quality experiences but aren't hardcore enough to shell out for a Pro

@LikelySatan I think the terrible localisation justifies a remake. If they fix that with this re-release then I'm in. I was reading about the problems (translators working from separate spreadsheets in different locations etc) and it's a wonder they're even playable

@LikelySatan Haha yes from a personal point of view but it remains to be seen whether it needs to exist. However it's one thing giving a ps1 game a lick of paint, but remaking games from ps3 and ps4 seems insane

Not got to Ragnarok yet so this is good. Wasn't expecting to see it on Plus so soon

Please, please stop remaking old games. Please.

Fallout 4. I'm taking a more freeform approach to it this time, just going wherever I like rather than doing quests. I've been following the remains of the railway and just seeing what I find. Enjoying it immensly.

I'll no doubt play some Dark Souls II as well, and watch some FA Cup football.

I used to leave it on for platinum trophies only. But then I realised the last trophy is usually a really grindy one and I was amassing vids of me killing some random enemy. So off it went.

I'll probably sign up and give it a go. I'm not sure yet whether the game is for me, but this sort of crowd-pleasing fare is just a sign that From Soft's output is finally gaining the popularity it deserves. Might as well get on board and celebrate.

@Kienda Good luck! Always leave yourself enough stamina for one roll, even when you think you won't need it

@nessisonett Yep my eldest plays it and the teams are so unbalanced, it's all a bit daft. Great game and design though

I'm going to write angry letters pretending to be Sammy's jilted lover and see if they get published

I can't believe Kanye has only just signed up for a PSN account. That's a very late registration

Yeah NFS and The Stanley Parable will do me, cheers

GTA VI Online acne skin pack confirmed

@Darude84 I think it comes down to whether you want to jump straight into the DLC, or build up to it. Either way, you'll have a whale of a time

@Darude84 I went totally new character and although it took me a while to get to the DLC (I did pretty much everything in the main game before jumping in) it was worth it. Made me appreciate the game all over again, and now that I knew the game's systems, I could make an even better character

I think I'm in the minority here, but nostalgia never hits the same when you actually revisit it. Leave it as a memory and let's have something new

I've been meaning to get to Still Wakes the Deep all year, so it's good to see it get some love. Planning to play it ASAP

Sigh, I'm going to have to play Dragon's Dogma 2 aren't I? It's going on my 2025 list.

Someone got me a Vault-Tec mug for Christmas. As a result I've downloaded Fallout 4 for a new playthrough. Because apparently that's all it takes. Dark Souls II rumbles on in the background.

@mcdreamer My condolences, all the best

@DrVenture69 I think they're in the expansion pack

Merry Christmas everybody. I've been playing Greedy Granny with my nephew, basically Buckaroo but replace the donkey with an elderly woman. You can cancel your GOTY articles guys, we have a new winner

I haven't actually played any of these, which then led me to realise that I haven't played an open world game this year. Would've been unthinkable a few years back, not to mention near-impossible with the sheer amount of them about

Bought this for my eldest for Christmas so I'll be trying this out soon enough, if I ever get a go...

This would be right up my street. I'd consider downgrading my PS Plus a level to make up the difference, if the games offered were good enough