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Re: Poll: Does the Steam Machine Pose a Threat to PS5?

JohntheRaptor

This is absolutely a competitor. It isn't like that stream only console that died years ago. It's not niche. It's going to challenge the PS5 and the PS6. I've had Steam Deck for a couple of years and been playing console and PC games for decades.

People here have no idea why this is going to compete. It has the best of PC, Steam, and console pros.

Re: 'PS Portal Users Are More Engaged Than Non-Users': Sony's Hit Handheld Outperforms All Other Remote Play Methods

JohntheRaptor

I got my Steam Deck + a 'backbone' for my phone. Btw there are a bunch of good manufacturers for mobile controller attachments these days. A lot more to choose from. Some can even plug directly into the port so you dont have to use bluetooth. I saw a premium one that folds in when not in use so it's really compact.

I just wish we could get a more official remote play app for SD instead of using Chiaki. It's great but can catch you out (and the sony account site you need to use doesnt work on browsers on SteamOS for some reason)

Re: Don't Expect Any PS5 Exclusives from Square Enix in the Future

JohntheRaptor

I preordered FF7 Remake and played at midnight launch because at the time I thought SE were being honest when they promised a faithful remake (detractors love to throw the 1:1 argument but nobody wanted or expected a 1:1 anyway).

I bought part 2 a little later after launch because I was burned by the fact Remake wasn't actually a remake but a sequel with bad KH style writing, but I was willing to give SE a second chance. They said part 2 would be more faithful. It was the opposite.

So after two installments of a sequel series with horrible writing, I'm not even sure I will buy part 3. I figure a lot of people are thinking the same. I feel sales will actually be lower despite being multiplatform because you may well have too many disillusioned OG/FF fans, the people who are the reason the company even exists today, and people who havent touched both of the released games feeling they have to commit to buying and playing/finishing off one or both of the first two + Integrade to even touch part 3.

Re: Poll: Are You Playing Silent Hill F?

JohntheRaptor

About to do a 5th run and platinum it. Not even remotely scary unlike the OG games. There's no reason to avoid this game just because you saw a DF video showing some technical hiccup.

I played this and Cronos back to back and both had real head scratcher stories.

Re: Silent Hill F Is Another Game That Stumbles on PS5 Pro

JohntheRaptor

I seem to be the only one here actually playing this game on the Pro. I'm near the end of my first playthrough and I've had no shimmering. The frame rate bombed once when I killed a large enemy while facing a path blockage that disintegrates when it dies. Pretty funny moment. Other than that the game has been perfect for me.