Looks awesome! While I am disappointed by no PS5 release, I'm certainly not as angry as some.
This strategy isn't unique to this game at all (Look at Persona The Phantom X, for example, Asia release first and PC/mobile only. SInce came west but is still PC/mobile) and I think it's a hard pill to swallow for some, especially if you're someone who's been so against the live service initiative but is faced with an offering you're actually interested in.
Feels like the core PS audience is ignorant of the kinds of live service strategies available and just how big that side of gaming is.
I'm not sure how much Guerillas co-op online game plays into this but maybe they don't want overlap. We also don't know yet how much of a live service Guerrillas project is, my theory is it's closer to what Helldivers 2 does.
Do I think it could get a PS5 release? Maybe. SIE could be the western publisher if that happens.
I finished the game on Sunday and thought about platinum but I don't have the patience after seeing what it requires...(2 more PTs of main story and 3 PTs of Boss Rush, you can't just select Nightmare, you have to work your way up)
I'm pretty sure this game started out as an open world game (heard this mentioned in a PS Access video from years ago) and I could see how that might of been too ambitious for the team and ultimately had to rethink the title into what we have today.
Some pieces of opinion:
Combat is great and is what kept me playing. +Arena powers and Boss fights.
$30 - $40 seems like a more apt price. A lot of the CHP games seemed well priced compared to the content they offer. (I've bought Anno Mutationem, AI Limit and Awaken Astral Blade) But $60 is absurd and honestly is what I think hurts it the most.
I almost never crafted anything because I just kept finding potions normally. This system was probably from the original OW concept.
I personally stopped caring about the weapon accessories as I progressed. I never understood how the ranking worked for those. I thought maybe I had to have 2-3 of same ones equipped but that did nothing.
Trinkets were cool.
All in all, I think it's a good first game for the studio and I hope, if they make another game, they have a clear focus from the start.
I only spent a small amount of time with my Steam copy, so this will be a welcome version. I'm only worried that physical availability might not be there on day 1 and might be similar to Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster where we might have to wait a month (or more)
If that's the case I'll probably just buy it digitally.
I see no reason to hang on Spencers public comments (or private comments for that matter) he felt the same about PS5 and look what happened.
This is the ultimate Hail Mary, if it's true. And I think it's probably a mistake.
I'd raise serious concerns about whether this has enough planning put into it (a rush job?) and with the reveal of the Xbox Muse generative AI, I gotta wonder if this will be integrated to try to drum up talk. Yuck.
The only thing I think was missing was a new Ghost of Yotei trailer and maybe a Convallaria update, although it's been...quite awhile. IMO, it was obvious DS2 wasn't gonna be here given the upcoming PlayStation Presents event with Kojima.
Some highlights of mine:
Stellar Blade X Goddess of Victory DLC (I have no experience with the mobile game but hey, more costumes! Will probably be $10.)
Tides of Annihilation
Lost Soul Aside | This trailer sold me on the game.
(Tentative feel) Mindseye | Interesting to think that this is from their "Everywhere" platform. I didn't even know it was gonna be released as a separate game, thought it was playable within Everywhere.
Blue Prince | First trailer a couple months ago convinced me, nice inclusion for PS Plus.
Saros | They cook in that house.
Dreams of Another
Hell is Us
(Tentative feel) Borderlands 4 | Loved the gameplay of 3. However, I'm gonna wait for reviews and see how the story shakes out.
The Midnight Walk
If some of you can't see the pattern by now, I'm sorry. It really is a great feeling. Some of you seem to crave this burst of short term excitement that you'll realize down the road was a waste of energy.
I enjoyed 1 and 2 in the Master Collection and am gonna buy the remastered PSN version later today and hop to it.
As much as I enjoy physical games, I'd rather not wait 2 months for this.
Same for LRG (and they seem to take even longer). In my opinion, these things come off as last minute considerations when you've got months long waits just for things to ship. Puzzles me that this is how it goes, god forbid you're ready on time. This paragraph was aimed toward LRG, by the way.
But I am planning on buying something from PlayAsia (for the first time) and seeing how it goes. Venus Vacation PRISM isn't available outside Japan/Asia so that's my only option.
I have mine set to only capture Platinums. (video and screenshot)
Sadly, I accidentally deleted my Stellar Blade platinum capture. However, it exists in a video I uploaded awhile back on YouTube.
I think it's a cool feature but should have been apart of the setup, asking users what their preference is.
I have fond memories of playing Halo 3, ODST, Reach and 4. Split screen campaign with my younger brother was a big part of that! I never touched true online mulitplayer but instead was all local with family and friends.
I'll watch it. I'm in the midwest US so time isn't an issue for me. I usually pull up some people (re-streams) to watch along with. And it's mostly for the reveals but am always curious about who wins what.
Wonder if the winners will get more time to speak this year?
I have no interest in watching this, but I've kinda been thinking about jumping back into Minecraft seeing as the PS5 version is out. It's been many years for me.
I plan on picking it up next Friday. Wanted to finish the Silent Hill 2 remake (I have) before starting this. I might jump back into the demo and finish that then carry over my save.
I couldn't help but notice the DLC costumes in the add on section, I'm not against them being available but am kinda disappointed it's mostly just more Persona skins. I would've preferred more original designs.
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Re: PS Plus Members in the UK Now Get Money Off Purchases from PlayStation Direct
Hope this comes to the USA.
Re: The Brilliant Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 Has Now Sold Over 4 Million Copies
Congrats to them! I might try the 1st one again when the PS5 version launches.
Re: The Next Horizon Game Is an MMO for Mobile and PC, Prompting Fury from PS5 Fans
Looks awesome! While I am disappointed by no PS5 release, I'm certainly not as angry as some.
This strategy isn't unique to this game at all (Look at Persona The Phantom X, for example, Asia release first and PC/mobile only. SInce came west but is still PC/mobile) and I think it's a hard pill to swallow for some, especially if you're someone who's been so against the live service initiative but is faced with an offering you're actually interested in.
Feels like the core PS audience is ignorant of the kinds of live service strategies available and just how big that side of gaming is.
I'm not sure how much Guerillas co-op online game plays into this but maybe they don't want overlap. We also don't know yet how much of a live service Guerrillas project is, my theory is it's closer to what Helldivers 2 does.
Do I think it could get a PS5 release? Maybe. SIE could be the western publisher if that happens.
Re: New Ratchet & Clank Game Announced, But Not for the Platform You Want
I don't play on mobile but it's cool to finally see something from the mobile division.
If there is any phone game I want on PS5 though it's the Horizon MMO (the rumor said PC/Mobile). I'm honestly looking forward to the reveal soon.
Re: Lost Soul Aside (PS5) - Long Awaited Action Is Both Awesome and Painfully Awkward
I finished the game on Sunday and thought about platinum but I don't have the patience after seeing what it requires...(2 more PTs of main story and 3 PTs of Boss Rush, you can't just select Nightmare, you have to work your way up)
I'm pretty sure this game started out as an open world game (heard this mentioned in a PS Access video from years ago) and I could see how that might of been too ambitious for the team and ultimately had to rethink the title into what we have today.
Some pieces of opinion:
But $60 is absurd and honestly is what I think hurts it the most.
All in all, I think it's a good first game for the studio and I hope, if they make another game, they have a clear focus from the start.
Re: Rumour: Two Rayman Games Are in the Works as Franchise Celebrates 30th Anniversary
I've never interacted with this franchise but judging by the folks in these comments I guess I should pay attention!
Re: Rumour: PS6 Handheld Device Can Be Docked Like Nintendo Switch 2
Can't wait to see what it looks like.
Re: Poll: How Would You Rate Summer Game Fest 2025?
I'm excited for DS2 but holy, did Kojima really need to be on stage to present a small CLIP, with a big stream just days away??
RE Req is day 1 for me. Some of the small indie games looked great.
But a huge emphasis on MP/Live Service games and even some literal "here's update 1.x" trailers really broke the board for me.
Re: Rumour: Greek God of War Game Is a 2.5D Metroidvania
I've enjoyed a couple of these, although I've yet to play The Lost Crown beyond the demo.
I'm down for this, can't wait to actually see it.
Re: Hitman Dev's James Bond Game Officially Named 007 First Light, Full Reveal on Friday
Last 007 game I played was Bloodstone. I'm definitely interested in this. Hopefully we see some gameplay.
Re: Official Oblivion Remastered Announcement Coming Tomorrow
I only spent a small amount of time with my Steam copy, so this will be a welcome version. I'm only worried that physical availability might not be there on day 1 and might be similar to Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster where we might have to wait a month (or more)
If that's the case I'll probably just buy it digitally.
Re: Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 Is Finally Official, Ollies onto PS5, PS4 This Summer
I played the first 2 when it became a monthly game and enjoyed them. Will def put my money forward for this!
Only skateboarding game I played back in the day was American Wasteland.
Re: Could the Next Xbox Get a Head Start on PS6?
I see no reason to hang on Spencers public comments (or private comments for that matter) he felt the same about PS5 and look what happened.
This is the ultimate Hail Mary, if it's true. And I think it's probably a mistake.
I'd raise serious concerns about whether this has enough planning put into it (a rush job?) and with the reveal of the Xbox Muse generative AI, I gotta wonder if this will be integrated to try to drum up talk. Yuck.
Re: Poll: What Did You Think of Sony's State of Play for February 2025?
The only thing I think was missing was a new Ghost of Yotei trailer and maybe a Convallaria update, although it's been...quite awhile. IMO, it was obvious DS2 wasn't gonna be here given the upcoming PlayStation Presents event with Kojima.
Some highlights of mine:
If some of you can't see the pattern by now, I'm sorry. It really is a great feeling. Some of you seem to crave this burst of short term excitement that you'll realize down the road was a waste of energy.
Re: Here's How to Get a Physical Copy of Ninja Gaiden 2's Remake for PS5
I enjoyed 1 and 2 in the Master Collection and am gonna buy the remastered PSN version later today and hop to it.
As much as I enjoy physical games, I'd rather not wait 2 months for this.
Same for LRG (and they seem to take even longer). In my opinion, these things come off as last minute considerations when you've got months long waits just for things to ship. Puzzles me that this is how it goes, god forbid you're ready on time. This paragraph was aimed toward LRG, by the way.
But I am planning on buying something from PlayAsia (for the first time) and seeing how it goes. Venus Vacation PRISM isn't available outside Japan/Asia so that's my only option.
Re: Rumour: Next State of Play Showcase Set for Next Month
Would love to see a release date for Lost Soul Aside!
Re: Another Xbox Console Exclusive Confirmed to Be Coming Soon to PS5
While I don't usually fall for these goofy games, I didn't know it featured a kart racer mode. I might check it out because of that.
Why bring up XGS and Indiana though? Isn't this game your standard timed exclusive affair?
I just feel it's important not to lump 'em all together, is all.
Re: Talking Point: PS5 Saves Video Clips When You Earn Trophies - Do You Leave That Feature On?
I have mine set to only capture Platinums. (video and screenshot)
Sadly, I accidentally deleted my Stellar Blade platinum capture. However, it exists in a video I uploaded awhile back on YouTube.
I think it's a cool feature but should have been apart of the setup, asking users what their preference is.
Re: Rumour: Halo: The Master Chief Collection Coming to PS5 This Year
I have fond memories of playing Halo 3, ODST, Reach and 4. Split screen campaign with my younger brother was a big part of that! I never touched true online mulitplayer but instead was all local with family and friends.
I would buy that collection day 1.
Re: Poll: Will You Be Watching The Game Awards 2024?
I'll watch it. I'm in the midwest US so time isn't an issue for me.
I usually pull up some people (re-streams) to watch along with.
And it's mostly for the reveals but am always curious about who wins what.
Wonder if the winners will get more time to speak this year?
Re: Minecraft Movie Will Have You Yearning for the Mines with Much Better Second Trailer
I have no interest in watching this, but I've kinda been thinking about jumping back into Minecraft seeing as the PS5 version is out. It's been many years for me.
Re: Astro Bot's First Speedrun Level Is Out Now in Free PS5 Game Update, More to Come Later
The fastest time I managed was 35.899 seconds. After several attempts I couldn't reach it again lol. Last I saw, some people had managed 29 seconds!
Re: Poll: Are You Playing Metaphor: ReFantazio?
I plan on picking it up next Friday. Wanted to finish the Silent Hill 2 remake (I have) before starting this. I might jump back into the demo and finish that then carry over my save.
I couldn't help but notice the DLC costumes in the add on section, I'm not against them being available but am kinda disappointed it's mostly just more Persona skins. I would've preferred more original designs.