I will be hitting Destiny 2 - Heavy Metal hard for the new sparrow item. Then also jumping further into the completion of Oblivion - Remastered for my 80th platinum. Happy Gaming All
"This is what you think Oblivion looked like back when you first booted it up some 19 years ago, bombarded with picturesque countryside vistas, bathed in glorious god rays."
This statement is so true. Felt the same wondrous sensation of leaving the sewer and the world truly opening up, in 2025 as I did way back on '06!
@shogunRok not sure if mentioned in the comments already, but I believe the race origins actually do slightly impact your character stats. As I created an imperial and the right origin option gave me an increase in Willpower, whilst the other gave something else (can't remember what it was though). So not sure if it's a big difference but definitely does impact it in some way.
@BAMozzy read again mate. I was hoping they release it as a standalone multiplayer not a live service game. Akin to the original factions they attached with the original Last Of Us game. I understand the live version game has been cancelled. I was not wishing for a live service game. Just an updated Factions game. And as my post also insinuated, it was me praying in hope rather than thinking it was a realistic chance. Anyways, good day and happy gaming
I am hoping and praying it's actually a version of their factions they are looking to release. As a more standalone multiplayer option, rather than a live service. But most realistically it will be a part 1&2 pack.
Miles deep into collectibles gathering in Uncharted: Lost Legacy. As well as going through the campaign on Battlefield 4 to finally get that platinum out of my backlog. Happy Gaming All.
@themightyant exactly same. But I must admit, I kept the game a little longer after completing it than usual. Just to mess around with the Nemesis system further. So maybe it slightly worked.
It has garnered a lot of excitement from everything it has shown. I am really hoping it can meet the high expectations now. Seriously looking forward to it.
Just got the platinum for Uncharted 4 as my 75th platinum. Also then followed that up with Ghosts of Tsushima platinum. So thinking of now starting Assassin's Creed: Shadows to follow the theme! Happy Gaming All.
Looking forward to this alot. I just hope there is no more RNG collectibles. That was a big issue for Returnal, on what is otherwise a perfect game and a proud platinum I have.
Currently still in hospital with the son. So the portal is out and I am currently going through Life is Strange 2 and then Life is Strange: True Colours before it leaves ps plus. Happy Gaming All.
@Jrs1 40hours for the main story. 80hours is solely if you want to find and complete everything is totally different. Plus if you checked any of my previous comments on different articles you would know how little "free time" I actually get. I was solely talking generally.
Sounds like the right amount of length for me. Nothing too long where it starts to feel like it's dragging. But enough to feel like you're getting your money's worth. Happy medium.
Just acquired the midnight black PS Portal and honestly, it's great. Can now play games with my son in hospital. So we are completing Astro BotCTR and Knack 2. Whilst I also continue my platinum hunting to get my 75th platinum with Uncharted 4. Happy Gaming All.
It's not my type of game. But I know if the knew Indiana Jones has the same price for base game, I would still pre order it. As I am really excited to check that out. I would still count it as a new release also, so wouldn't feel hard done by, with a new release price point either.
I may be in the minority, but I just like sitting there perusing the ps plus library for games to play. Nothing better than finding a hidden gem and a future favourite. For me, this would just take the fun out of it.
Finishing off my platinum run through with the Uncharted series. Currently on the speed run for Uncharted 3: Drake's Deception. Thinking of also going for the Cod WW2 platinum too. Happy Gaming All.
I am okay with this. Have plenty of games to play in meantime. And means they can focus on making it as polished as possible. I for one, am still looking forward to it's release.
I have actually pre ordered it. I do enjoy Ubisoft games. Even when they feel cookie cutter at times. And I have for the most part utilised their big discounts, for the games I purchased. So it only feels right I support this one on release. And still feel overall I got my money's worth based on past purchases combined.
We can only hope @get2sammyb This was at one point my most anticipated release after TLOU part 2 released. I hope they can do something with the assets. Even if it's just releasing it as a self sufficient multiplayer mode without the live service. Factions was a fantastic online mode as it was already.
There were alot I was interested in. But the top for me was... Directive 8020 - the Thing vibes really pulled me in. Saros - Another housemarque game with Returnal vibes. Sold. Split Fiction - loving the sci fi/fantasy mix and they always do great co-op.
Then honourable mentions include a new Shinobi game, Tides Of Annihilation and the new Onimusha game.
@LavenderShroud to be fair this is an implementation by Sony to add Trophies on their system, as encouragement to engage their games. Which alot of people took to and started collecting as a hobby. Similar to anyone who enjoys collecting other things, like stamps, dvds, coins etc. it's a hobby for them and not for anyone else to knock. But I can understand why they would get frustrated when they are not implemented well.
@nessisonett @xDD90x Agreed between the trophy lists and not being able to support folders. It feels like such a misstep for the PS5. And I am positive his is something which is just easily fixable too. Considering the older gen console, does both easy enough.
Continuing my Uncharted series platinum playthroughs. Currently on Uncharted 3 brutal playthrough, whilst collecting the treasures. Then will move onto the speed run next. Also playing Marvel Rivals. Working on Tomb Raider remastered multiplayer trophies. Happy Gaming All.
Just completed 100% trophies for Uncharted 2. So will be moving onto 3 now. Start with Brutal difficulty, then the speed run and misc trophies. Also doing Tomb Raider Definitive Edition multiplayer boosting with a few like minded hunters. Makes the grind slightly more tolerable when you can party chat whilst doing it. Happy Gaming All.
Still getting through the Uncharted series. Platinumed Uncharted 2, completed it's brutal difficultly which is no joke. Now just gotta complete it's speed run. Then onto Uncharted 3. Working towards Uncharted 4 being my 75th platinum. Happy Gaming All.
Hopefully they can get the parkour right. And reach the heights of Union, which is the series best for parkour. Definitely felt more basic in the recent ones.
Still going through collecting all the trophies for the Uncharted series. Currently blasting through Uncharted 2 remaster on Brutal difficulty. The difficulty of brutal is no joke either. Getting spawn locked instant deaths is one hell of a way of making a game challenging. But I am still having a lot of fun with it. The series is amongst my all time favourites. As well as grinding out the last few trophies for UFL. Want to get the platinum for that as quick as possible, so I don't have to play it ever again. Happy Gaming All.
@Jrs1 surely as much as Demon Souls right? It's considered by many to be one of the best games of its genre? I am not sure how much more appeal it could get
It wouldn't surprise me, if they are holding out to release it as a new release title to go with the PS6. Akin to what they did with Demon Souls and the PS5. They surely know a new release of Bloodborne would just print money.
Enjoy seeing Hogwarts Legacy still going strong. Hopefully can allow some real big funds to go into the sequel and give it some proper quality of life upgrades to improve on the original.
I am currently going through the Uncharted series to acquire all the platinums. Which when done, will make Uncharted 4 my 75th platinum. Happy Gaming All.
@Barryburton97 not saying it hasnt completely died out. But CEX are kind of the only place to go for trade ins now on the high street, so they can create their own prices without too much competition. Doesn't feel the same as back when you had Game, GameStop, cash converters all doing trade ins. The prices were much more competitive back then. And trade in market felt healthier. It's clearly dying down for sure, which was my point.
I wonder if there is a market or even technology in place where Sony can offer like PSN credit to "trade" back some digital games. Obviously not at full commercial. But even like 20%-30% would still be appealing. Don't think they'd ever do it though.
Still love a good physical edition. I miss the whole buying, playing, trading - rinse and repeat times of the late noughties. That has just completely died out with the current trend towards digital. But I do concede digital just offers an easier convenience. I just hope physical doesn't die out completely. Still love to find a physical bargain via CEX or eBay etc.
@breakneck speaking as a father, I used it alot on my PS4. Categorised them as one folder for kids games and one folder for adults games. Made it much easier.
Just to support a more underrated game, Still Wakes The Deep had a fantastic storyline. My personal favourite of the year. Blending the likes of the Thing with cosmic horror and Alien Isolation. A must play.
Oh man I would be all over this. I wouldn't even care if they just gave it a small lick of pain, added full trophy support and sold it as a Remaster. Would still be an insta buy. Have so many fond memories of this game.
Smaller games are the way to go. My name is Pedro at £3.99 is a great deal. As well as Tinykins (£3.99), which my 7 year old son adores. Nexomon Extinction (£3.19) is a great Pokémon clone for the playstation. I am also interested in Brothers a tale of two sons remake at £7.99 and the Quarry at £8.44. All the above are sub £10 individually. Whichever you decide to choose... May the backlog be ever in your favour. Happy Gaming All.
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Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 580
I will be hitting Destiny 2 - Heavy Metal hard for the new sparrow item. Then also jumping further into the completion of Oblivion - Remastered for my 80th platinum. Happy Gaming All
Re: Alien: Rogue Incursion Drops PSVR2 Requirement with Evolved Edition on PS5 This September
This is actually good news for me. Not a fan of VR, but was really interested in this game. Will definitely check it out.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 579
I am deep into my play through of Oblivion: Remastered. Then also will be doing some Iron Banner in Destiny 2. Happy Gaming All.
Re: The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered (PS5) - The Largely Fantastic Revival of a Landmark RPG
"This is what you think Oblivion looked like back when you first booted it up some 19 years ago, bombarded with picturesque countryside vistas, bathed in glorious god rays."
This statement is so true. Felt the same wondrous sensation of leaving the sewer and the world truly opening up, in 2025 as I did way back on '06!
Re: Oblivion Remastered: Everything New and All Changes Compared to the Original Oblivion
@shogunRok not sure if mentioned in the comments already, but I believe the race origins actually do slightly impact your character stats. As I created an imperial and the right origin option gave me an increase in Willpower, whilst the other gave something else (can't remember what it was though). So not sure if it's a big difference but definitely does impact it in some way.
Re: Sony Reportedly Gearing Up to Sell You The Last of Us on PS5 One More Time
@BAMozzy read again mate. I was hoping they release it as a standalone multiplayer not a live service game. Akin to the original factions they attached with the original Last Of Us game.
I understand the live version game has been cancelled. I was not wishing for a live service game. Just an updated Factions game. And as my post also insinuated, it was me praying in hope rather than thinking it was a realistic chance. Anyways, good day and happy gaming
Re: Sony Reportedly Gearing Up to Sell You The Last of Us on PS5 One More Time
I am hoping and praying it's actually a version of their factions they are looking to release. As a more standalone multiplayer option, rather than a live service. But most realistically it will be a part 1&2 pack.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 574
Miles deep into collectibles gathering in Uncharted: Lost Legacy. As well as going through the campaign on Battlefield 4 to finally get that platinum out of my backlog. Happy Gaming All.
Re: Shadow of Mordor's Nemesis System Created to Combat the Used Games Market
@themightyant exactly same. But I must admit, I kept the game a little longer after completing it than usual. Just to mess around with the Nemesis system further. So maybe it slightly worked.
Re: Hotly Anticipated RPG Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Ready for PS5 Launch
It has garnered a lot of excitement from everything it has shown. I am really hoping it can meet the high expectations now. Seriously looking forward to it.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 573
Just got the platinum for Uncharted 4 as my 75th platinum. Also then followed that up with Ghosts of Tsushima platinum. So thinking of now starting Assassin's Creed: Shadows to follow the theme! Happy Gaming All.
Re: Poll: Are You Playing Assassin's Creed Shadows?
I have bought it and it's next on my list to play. Just finishing off Uncharted Lost Legacy first. And can't wait to crack on with it.
Re: Saros, Housemarque's Upcoming PS5 Exclusive, Only Possible Thanks to Sony Acquisition
Looking forward to this alot. I just hope there is no more RNG collectibles. That was a big issue for Returnal, on what is otherwise a perfect game and a proud platinum I have.
Re: Even Silent Hill F's PS5 Steelbook Is Horrible to Look At
Awesome design. This is gonna sell out so fast. Will soon see scalpers start charging ridiculous prices for it.
Re: 12 PS Plus Extra, Premium Games for March 2025 Announced
Happy about Prince Of Persia, been wanting to play that for a while now. Everything else not really interesting me.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 571
Currently still in hospital with the son. So the portal is out and I am currently going through Life is Strange 2 and then Life is Strange: True Colours before it leaves ps plus. Happy Gaming All.
Re: Assassin's Creed Shadows Length Between 40 and 80 Hours, New Game+ Under Consideration
@Jrs1 40hours for the main story. 80hours is solely if you want to find and complete everything is totally different. Plus if you checked any of my previous comments on different articles you would know how little "free time" I actually get. I was solely talking generally.
Re: Assassin's Creed Shadows Length Between 40 and 80 Hours, New Game+ Under Consideration
Sounds like the right amount of length for me. Nothing too long where it starts to feel like it's dragging. But enough to feel like you're getting your money's worth. Happy medium.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 570
Just acquired the midnight black PS Portal and honestly, it's great. Can now play games with my son in hospital. So we are completing Astro Bot CTR and Knack 2. Whilst I also continue my platinum hunting to get my 75th platinum with Uncharted 4. Happy Gaming All.
Re: Talking Point: Is Forza Horizon 5's PS5 Price Point Too High?
It's not my type of game. But I know if the knew Indiana Jones has the same price for base game, I would still pre order it. As I am really excited to check that out. I would still count it as a new release also, so wouldn't feel hard done by, with a new release price point either.
Re: Find Your Next PS Plus Game with Innovative Discovery App
@charbtronic try the App Fuze. Works similar.
Re: Find Your Next PS Plus Game with Innovative Discovery App
I may be in the minority, but I just like sitting there perusing the ps plus library for games to play. Nothing better than finding a hidden gem and a future favourite. For me, this would just take the fun out of it.
Re: Assassin's Creed Shadows PS5 Trophies Will Test Your Shinobi, Samurai Skills
Adventurer trophy sounds like a clear nod to Skyrim. Random but I appreciate it. The rest sounds easy enough. Looking forward to this one.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 569
Finishing off my platinum run through with the Uncharted series. Currently on the speed run for Uncharted 3: Drake's Deception. Thinking of also going for the Cod WW2 platinum too. Happy Gaming All.
Re: Hobbit Life Sim Tales of the Shire Has Been Delayed Again, Now Out in July
I am okay with this. Have plenty of games to play in meantime. And means they can focus on making it as polished as possible. I for one, am still looking forward to it's release.
Re: Ubisoft 'Confident' Assassin's Creed Shadows' Imminent March Release Date Will Stick
I have actually pre ordered it. I do enjoy Ubisoft games. Even when they feel cookie cutter at times. And I have for the most part utilised their big discounts, for the games I purchased. So it only feels right I support this one on release. And still feel overall I got my money's worth based on past purchases combined.
Re: Yoshida: I Played The Last of Us Online And It Was Great
We can only hope @get2sammyb
This was at one point my most anticipated release after TLOU part 2 released. I hope they can do something with the assets. Even if it's just releasing it as a self sufficient multiplayer mode without the live service. Factions was a fantastic online mode as it was already.
Re: Poll: What Were Your Favourite PS5 Games from State of Play?
There were alot I was interested in. But the top for me was...
Directive 8020 - the Thing vibes really pulled me in.
Saros - Another housemarque game with Returnal vibes. Sold.
Split Fiction - loving the sci fi/fantasy mix and they always do great co-op.
Then honourable mentions include a new Shinobi game, Tides Of Annihilation and the new Onimusha game.
Re: The Tomb Raider 4-6 Remastered PS5 Trophies Are Once Again a Mess
@LavenderShroud to be fair this is an implementation by Sony to add Trophies on their system, as encouragement to engage their games. Which alot of people took to and started collecting as a hobby. Similar to anyone who enjoys collecting other things, like stamps, dvds, coins etc. it's a hobby for them and not for anyone else to knock. But I can understand why they would get frustrated when they are not implemented well.
Re: The Tomb Raider 4-6 Remastered PS5 Trophies Are Once Again a Mess
@nessisonett @xDD90x Agreed between the trophy lists and not being able to support folders. It feels like such a misstep for the PS5. And I am positive his is something which is just easily fixable too. Considering the older gen console, does both easy enough.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 567
Continuing my Uncharted series platinum playthroughs. Currently on Uncharted 3 brutal playthrough, whilst collecting the treasures. Then will move onto the speed run next. Also playing Marvel Rivals. Working on Tomb Raider remastered multiplayer trophies. Happy Gaming All.
Re: Game of the Month: Vote for Your Favourite PS5 Game of January 2025
Definitely Dynasty Warriors: Origins. A great addition to the franchise.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 566
Just completed 100% trophies for Uncharted 2. So will be moving onto 3 now. Start with Brutal difficulty, then the speed run and misc trophies. Also doing Tomb Raider Definitive Edition multiplayer boosting with a few like minded hunters. Makes the grind slightly more tolerable when you can party chat whilst doing it. Happy Gaming All.
Re: Some Think GTA 6's Multiplayer Mode Could Be Sold Separately on PS5
Wouldn't mind if there was a separate option. Would make the single player platinum more appealing. without a horrid online grind attached.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 565
Still getting through the Uncharted series. Platinumed Uncharted 2, completed it's brutal difficultly which is no joke. Now just gotta complete it's speed run. Then onto Uncharted 3. Working towards Uncharted 4 being my 75th platinum. Happy Gaming All.
Re: Assassin's Creed Shadows' Now 'Super Fluid' Parkour Was the Reason for Its Second Delay
Hopefully they can get the parkour right. And reach the heights of Union, which is the series best for parkour. Definitely felt more basic in the recent ones.
Re: Classic Indiana Jones Scavenges a PS5, PS4 Platinum Trophy
Definitely will be getting the platinum for this. Be a great precursor to the new Indiana Jones game.
Re: PS Plus Loses These 8 PS5, PS4 Games Next Month
Some big ones here. The Outer Worlds is a big one for me. Was on my backlog to jump on.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 564
Still going through collecting all the trophies for the Uncharted series. Currently blasting through Uncharted 2 remaster on Brutal difficulty. The difficulty of brutal is no joke either. Getting spawn locked instant deaths is one hell of a way of making a game challenging. But I am still having a lot of fun with it. The series is amongst my all time favourites. As well as grinding out the last few trophies for UFL. Want to get the platinum for that as quick as possible, so I don't have to play it ever again. Happy Gaming All.
Re: Why Hasn't Sony Done Anything with Bloodborne? Shuhei Yoshida Has a Theory
@Jrs1 surely as much as Demon Souls right? It's considered by many to be one of the best games of its genre? I am not sure how much more appeal it could get
Re: Why Hasn't Sony Done Anything with Bloodborne? Shuhei Yoshida Has a Theory
It wouldn't surprise me, if they are holding out to release it as a new release title to go with the PS6. Akin to what they did with Demon Souls and the PS5. They surely know a new release of Bloodborne would just print money.
Re: UK Sales Charts: Mortal Kombat 1 Combo Breaks a Very Familiar Top 10
Enjoy seeing Hogwarts Legacy still going strong. Hopefully can allow some real big funds to go into the sequel and give it some proper quality of life upgrades to improve on the original.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 563
I am currently going through the Uncharted series to acquire all the platinums. Which when done, will make Uncharted 4 my 75th platinum. Happy Gaming All.
Re: The State of the UK's Physical Games Market Might Explain PS5 Pro's Lack of Disc Drive
@Barryburton97 not saying it hasnt completely died out. But CEX are kind of the only place to go for trade ins now on the high street, so they can create their own prices without too much competition. Doesn't feel the same as back when you had Game, GameStop, cash converters all doing trade ins. The prices were much more competitive back then. And trade in market felt healthier. It's clearly dying down for sure, which was my point.
Re: The State of the UK's Physical Games Market Might Explain PS5 Pro's Lack of Disc Drive
I wonder if there is a market or even technology in place where Sony can offer like PSN credit to "trade" back some digital games. Obviously not at full commercial. But even like 20%-30% would still be appealing. Don't think they'd ever do it though.
Re: The State of the UK's Physical Games Market Might Explain PS5 Pro's Lack of Disc Drive
Still love a good physical edition. I miss the whole buying, playing, trading - rinse and repeat times of the late noughties. That has just completely died out with the current trend towards digital. But I do concede digital just offers an easier convenience. I just hope physical doesn't die out completely. Still love to find a physical bargain via CEX or eBay etc.
Re: PS5's Awesome Welcome Hub Was Designed by a Small, Passionate Team
@breakneck speaking as a father, I used it alot on my PS4. Categorised them as one folder for kids games and one folder for adults games. Made it much easier.
Re: Game of the Year: Best PS5 Story Game of 2024
Just to support a more underrated game, Still Wakes The Deep had a fantastic storyline. My personal favourite of the year. Blending the likes of the Thing with cosmic horror and Alien Isolation. A must play.
Re: Rumour: The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Is Getting an Unreal Engine 5 Remake in 2025
Oh man I would be all over this. I wouldn't even care if they just gave it a small lick of pain, added full trophy support and sold it as a Remaster. Would still be an insta buy. Have so many fond memories of this game.
Re: More Than 6,000 PS5, PS4 Games Discounted in Monstrous PS Store Sale
Smaller games are the way to go. My name is Pedro at £3.99 is a great deal. As well as Tinykins (£3.99), which my 7 year old son adores. Nexomon Extinction (£3.19) is a great Pokémon clone for the playstation. I am also interested in Brothers a tale of two sons remake at £7.99 and the Quarry at £8.44. All the above are sub £10 individually. Whichever you decide to choose... May the backlog be ever in your favour. Happy Gaming All.