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I’m so nervous to play the map, but damn am I also stoked. I love this game. It’s honestly ruining my sleep schedule.

Good for the game. I think it’ll be a success on PlayStation. Whether or not the game will be good is another story, but I wouldn’t let negative comments sway someone to not try out the game if they are interested. From my understanding, it’s a solid game, no more, no less, and that is okay.

Well, I’m glad I didn’t preorder the game. I will eventually pick this up on a sale.

Just four games, though ..

Day one for sure! Housemarque has yet to disappoint me.

Man, I can’t wait for this. Capcom is on an unprecedented string of releases. And this game comes out a few days before my birthday, so it will definitely be a perfect gift to myself.

@Shokwave2 That’s interesting because every comment I see on YouTube and essentially elsewhere is negative.

I may give this a chance. I didn’t like it when I first played it, but I was also deep in BG3 and Cyberpunk 2077 Phantom Liberty, so I wasn’t really taking my time with the game. If it reviews well, I may give it a try.

@IOI This is the trend in a lot of people - wanting games to fail. I truly don’t understand the mentality. I do understand having expectations, and what have you, but in my 30 years of gaming I have never wanted a single game to fail. If there is a game I’m not interested in I simply ignore it and move on with my life. I love sports, but I’m not a fan of soccer. Do I talk about it, positively or negatively? Nope. I just focus on what I like. For others, it’s almost their way of life. They grew up on the internet where their words and actions hardly have consequences so they don’t care how they act or what they say.

I really can’t wait to see what this game really is, and how it runs on base consoles. I am not trying to get hyped for it too much because I’m cautiously optimistic, but damn is this not one of the most interesting games in a long time.

@DennisReynolds Awesome stuff to hear! After watching few reviews, I think I’m going to pick it up. Thanks for the info!

@DennisReynolds @Nepp67

It sounds like it will be a pretty solid experience, and if not I can still manage. I’ve only played one real extraction shooter, Marathon, and I’m loving it. I’m now wanting to dip my toes in to other games similar. Is Arc Raiders content heavy?

On a side note to the article - I haven’t played this game before. Is it worth picking up now, and running solo okay? It seems awesome.

@Frmknst Just like your comment. Why is every comment you post whether here or elsewhere so negative?

I can’t wait to see what this game really is. Naughty Dog never disappoints, in my opinion. I have no doubt it’s going to be fantastic.

What I’m playing is completely out of character: Marathon. Multiplayer games aren’t my forte. It’s been over a decade since I have dedicated any time to playing online with others, whether that’s cooperatively or competitively. I’m not even sure what compelled me to buy Bungie’s latest, but I did, and I am happy with my decision.

My first few matches were shockingly successful. We — randoms — managed to exfiltrate. I didn’t have my mic on so there wasn’t any communication, but we performed well. Did I have any idea what I was doing? Nope. In fact, I didn’t know how to heal; I ran out of ammo multiple times; and I didn’t know where to go. But we won.

And then I lost. Again, and again. But I was learning bits and pieces as I did. For starters, patience is key. I studied what my loot actually did. I managed my inventory accordingly. Subsequently, I took my time in each run throughout the various maps, slowly completing my contract objectives whilst wandering aimlessly.

The second thing I began to realize quickly is Marathon is a trial by fire - you learn as you play. It’s not going to be easy, and it isn’t meant to. The learning curve is very steep. However, if you can get over the minor hiccup you will be rewarded with an intense FPS that has high highs and low lows but not in a negative way.

To be fair, particularly to newcomers (I’m still one myself), Marathon doesn’t have a good onboarding. It can feel daunting with the amount of systems and mechanics at work. Its UI and interface make it that much more difficult. Again, though, that is where patience comes in. Learn the game within the game; don’t neglect checking out the codex, and be mindful of your challenges. You’ll find that no run feels entirely meaningless even if you die within a couple of minutes.

The one thing that should be hammered home for new players: don’t get attached. That will be the toughest hurdle. You’re going to lose your gear. It’s unavoidable, and it’s going to suck. You can, however, obtain awesome weapons and gear as quickly as you lose it, and that’s the biggest thrill.

It quickly became an addiction. I almost called out of work because one, I have the flu, and two, so I could do more runs. Unfortunately, my adult brain kicked in and convinced me otherwise, but the temptation … oh, the temptation was powerful.

I could rant on and on about why this game shines above the crowd. I don’t think the amount of words I could use would be able to fill up this comment adequately. Ultimately, as the game suggests, it’s a Marathon, not a sprint. Don’t give up hope, runners. Let’s not make this a Boston.

I’ve never heard of this until this article. It looks and sounds great! Thanks for bringing it to my attention.

It’s rare for me to want to play a game immediately after I beat it - I’m typically a one and done type of player - but this game is phenomenal. I went through it on my Switch 2 (runs excellent, btw), and immediately double dipped on PS5 for trophies and whatnot. It’s easily in my top five games of this generation.

2032 … just saying that year is mind blowing to hear to me. We are in Blade Runner territory.

@charbtronic Yeah, I played my first match and successfully exfiltrated with a random crew of people. I didn’t have my mic so there wasn’t any communication, but we performed well. Since it was my first game, I was and still am confused by how to heal, how to text chat the group within the fight, and get more ammo. I’m assuming the latter is found throughout loot and enemies, but I went without for about two minutes. It’s really fun. I can definitely see myself playing more frequently once I get a better grasp of its systems and mechanics. And don’t ask me why — I truly don’t know — but this is my first purchase specifically for a multiplayer game in at least eight years. The last game that had its hooks in me competitively is Overwatch.

@EK42 Overrated, by whom exactly? And why is it crappy? It seems to me that the majority of people playing it believe the game is great. I’m all for a variety of opinions, but at least expand on why you consider it the way you do.

From what I’ve seen and read, it has the classic staple Bungie gunplay that is top tier. They are arguably the best in class when it comes to shooters. The aesthetic is hit or miss for some, but it’s definitely unique and different. The lore and story within a multiplayer game is clearly compelling. The map design appears to be praised by the majority of folks, and the AI seems to be good as well.

So, what exactly is overrated about a game that doesn’t have proper reviews out yet?

Both great games, and would be an awesome addition! Dragon’s Dogma 2 is in my top 10 of all time. It hit every sweet spot I like in gaming, and was an incredible experience from start to finish.

Maybe I overlooked it, but does the game require you to play the first two games in the series, or is this a good starting point?

I’m playing Resident Evil 9: Requiem. I don’t get scared often, but this game has been anxiety inducing. There have been moments where I had to pause the game just to breathe. The last (horror) game to evoke these emotions was Alien: Isolation. It’s been a fantastic experience. And just when I thought my arachnophobia couldn’t get any worse … oh, boy.

This is tough! I got the platinum for NiOh 3, so obviously I loved it; but RE9 is so damn good.

This is a great move. Sony is starting to realize what drives their fan base to the console brand itself. Plus, they weren’t getting enough revenue from single player games on PC, at least not enough to satiate the need to shift in that direction.

@yohn777 Yes, I was being sarcastic.

🤞 that Bluepoint is involved …

I think this is a great move for them. Stellar Blade was … stellar. I think it would be wise to have that game on more platforms, if applicable, and get hype started for its inevitable sequel. It’s one of the rare niche games that stood out amongst the crowd, so it already has a decently sized fan base to help promote the next entry.

After an excessive amount of time, approximately 80 hours, I got the platinum for NiOh 3. I’m proud of the accomplishment, but let me state for the record now, and forever more: ***** the final boss.

It is now time to focus on Resident Evil Requiem. I picked up the generation pack that includes 7 & 8 on the Switch 2 since I’ll be traveling extensively the next few weeks. I can’t wait!

It’s disappointing to read comments on this review. 8/10 is apparently a bad score, though other sites have given it 9s and 10s. It’s sitting at a 90 on Open Critic, yet because it gets one point lower on Push Square it’s not that great. Other sites clearly think it’s a GOTY contender. Honestly, Push’s sister sites, Pure Xbox and Nintendo Life scored the game a 9/10. Honestly, I wish review scores would go away. ACG’s approach is nice - Buy, Don’t buy, Wait for a sale.

I’m stoked for this. It’s getting rave reviews on many other notable sites, and is sitting at a great score on Metacritic/Open Critic. Once again, Capcom delivers.

Thankfully, this should release before GTA 6.

I think developers need to stop pursuing live service. It’s such a tough market to break through. Don’t get me wrong, if your game is a success then it will become a culture phenomenon, but it’s rare when that happens. 1 or 2/10 new live service games gain traction. And when you have your top tier studios working on this genre, and subsequently get cancelled, or worse, shut down entirely, then you are losing at least three years on their AAA first party games. I understand the need to pursue this genre, but it’s way too risky.

The only game on my list is RE9. I’ve been hyped for it, and been playing Biohazard to get me in that world again.

I’m still neck deep into NiOh 3, working my way to the platinum trophy. It’s been such a tantalizing experience, and scratches that Elden Ring itch. By that, I mean its open world design. I prefer this approach to the genre because the difficulty of formidable bosses can be overwhelming. Being able to go somewhere else, explore, and level up gives you the feeling of always making strides to improvement.

That said, the final boss for the first region, Takeda Shingen was the bane of my existence. There were moments I contemplated whether or not victory was even fractionally possible. My death count was approximately 25 times, and my head hanged low before I had to go to work for the day. Prior to him, the (boss) fights had been challenging, but my confidence grew with each attempt. Nine hours later, I arrive home from work, and tell myself that I can beat him. Once again numerous deaths. And then I learned a pattern. Though I still died I was consistently getting him to the halfway mark. And then I learned another pattern. And another. Two attempts later, I beat him.

Sometimes, you just need to take a step back for a while. You have to realize that this is just a video game, and it can be beaten. Once I didn’t let the enemy frustrate me, toy with my emotions, and make me play defense, reacting for sheer survival rather than be offensive minded and focus on positioning, I knew I could do it. There is no other feeling like adrenaline. Subsequently, the next main boss I encountered I was victorious on the first attempt.

Meanwhile, during my lunch break at work, I read the news that Xenoblade Chronicles X got a Switch 2 upgrade; I downloaded it as soon as I could. It’s nearly been a year since I’ve last played — I have forgotten the controls and sole core mechanics. I’m debating whether I want to start a fresh playthrough, or boot up my save file that has 120-hours logged, and get accustomed to the systems again. I will probably choose the latter, knowing I more than likely won’t finish it if I start anew.

What an insane news week. I can’t fathom the Bluepoint closure, but I can see why Phil stepped down. It doesn’t matter how good Game Pass can be, it’s just not viable long term. But with all sincerity, I do wish him the best in retirement and whatever else he decides to do in life. He’s not a bad guy by any means, and I think he did the best that he could given the circumstances.

The more people that get to play this game the better. It’s easily in my top five this generation, and I would absolutely double dip if it came to Switch 2.

I’ve never played a game in this series, but it has always intrigued me, particularly the stealth. I think I will check this one out!

Wow, this is insane. They were one of the biggest up and coming developers out there. If they weren’t tasked to making a live service GOW game perhaps they would be in a better position on focusing on what they excel at.

Their influx of indie games reminds me of the Xbox 360 era, where there were so many available. I’m glad Sony is realizing how beneficial it is to support these games.

@rjejr That wouldn’t be a bad thing — KoA is fantastic.

@ShogunRok How are the trophies, and the platinum? Can it be done on a single playthrough?

Awesome review! I have it downloaded and ready to go for when I get off work this evening. Glad to see that it still has that Obsidian spirit, and while it may stumble in a few areas, it succeeds just as much.

If it’s Castlevania, I think it will be awesome. I can only imagine a AAA third person action adventure set in the universe of CV. The combat, weapon variety, interesting characters, and even the map design (assuming, of course), could be incredible given the high pedigree God of War’s combat is.

Excellent game. I’m glad to see the success the game has done in the west, and I’m looking forward to Chapter 2.

It’s an easy 9/10. My only criticism is how large the game is. I’ve spent 20 hours in the first region alone. I hope the game evolves over time, but as it stands it is fantastic.

I am VERY curious to see how Avowed reviews. I’ve been tempted to play it on numerous occasions. I know there are some fundamental problems with the game, particularly uninteresting companions, but the gameplay and map design/rewards for exploration have been praised quite a bit. If it reviews well, I’ll be picking it up for sure.

That’s not quite bad considering how much space most games take up nowadays.

Wow; these games were a big part of my PS2 childhood.