@KomrathDE Overseas they do just that(at least they used to). On the us base in Kuwait camp Doha they had a place called uncle frosty' that had a room full of psx(it was the most current system at the time). They also showed free movies and had free fast food.
The post exchange always had good deals on video games when I was in the Marines. And local co op is a must because you don't have always have access to Internet when they move you around all the time or when deployed on a ship, but local co op is great because you always have a bunch of friends around. Honestly tho we got the best deals abroad when we went to places like Singapore and Thailand. Half of my Gameboy Advance catalog was in Japanese.
I never got to play this on PS3 as I had traded in my PS3 on a ps4 by the time this launched, so I can't compare to last gen GTA V. But u am 9% into the game and in love with it. I have been a fan of GTA since I played the top down Gameboy Color Gta II. Having lived in Los Angeles for a few years this is my favorite setting (they really nailed it). It's been quite the wait since Nico Belic tore up Liberty City but totally worth it!!
I am thoroughly enjoying this. I almost didn't purchase it because I was not a fan of Ghosts, but I am very glad I did. Prior to Advanced Warfare, Black Ops II was my favorite Call of Duty (and I have played them all with the exception of MW3) and this is like Black Ops II on steroids! I have played a little of the Campaign and I was impressed with the graphics, but I absolutely love the multiplayer. They have made some awesome tweaks to the load out and how you level your weapons/camos. This will definitely keep me occupied until GTAV on the 18th.
I think the fact that there was a 7 year wait between console this generation created a huge market full of consumers ready to jump to something bigger and better. Sony came out on top as the gamer friendly console, Microsoft had some really bad PR, and online player groups made group purchasing desicions. I personally persuaded about a dozen friends who primarily gamed on 360 to buy ps4s. I think this has a snowball effect- you want to play with as many of your friends as possible. For every ps4 sold, that person probably has a dozen or so real life friends who maybe hasn't bought into next gen yet that will check which console their friends already bought before committing to an Xbox one or a ps4. It was very good that Sony established an early lead, I think that will pay of exponentially in the coming years.
@get2sammyb I know I read rumors leading up to launch last year(I think some may have been on this site) saying sony expected to ship 15 million ps4s the first year. At the time everyone thought it was some sort of error like they moved a decimal point. Kudos Sony! This is only good news and it will propel devs to take advantage of the new hardware.
I don't think anything nefarious is going on with sony as it pertains to driveclub. However, their press releases don't make any sense. Saying they want to hold the release back until they can provide the best possible experience doesn't jive. You already released a broken product, how much more damage is it going to do if all the ps+ people get the same broken offline experience. This makes it look like a scheme to sell the full version to people who are too impatient to wait for the ps+ version of the only first party non-rerelease of the year. I was contemplating buying the full version after trying out the ps+ version as I really enjoy racing games but after the way this was handled I will not purchase Driveclub on principle alone. Here's to hoping Gran Turismo 7 is out sooner rather than later.
No argument there, that's why I love Sony. Just seems like a waste of a holiday season this year with no first party games. I finally get to play GTA V in the best possible way tho.
@Gamer83 I hope you are right, but that is exactly what has happened the last few years. The crew and driveclub were supposed to be out first quarter this year.
@get2sammyb It definitely feels like Sony is becoming complacent. Their holiday lineup has zero exclusive big releases, the Drive Club ps+ edition debacle continues with no explanation. Worse yet, I don't think anyone actually believes that the dozen holiday releases that were pushed into the first quarter 2015 are actually going to release first quarter. More likely bloodborne, the witcher and the order are the 2015 holiday lineup.
I would say either shadow warrior (I have fond memories of the original on PC) or Korra which I have heard good things about. Love the Korra/Avatar series.
@Paranoimia Just Cause 2 is an amazing game, in my opinion it gives you the best sandbox to play in of any open world game. That said, I love Gta for the humor and the story.
I just scooped up the valve complete collection on steam, so lots of left for r dead and counter strike. Also I am replaying GTA San Andreas in preparation of the ps4 release of GTA V.
Just got back from midnight launch. Probably 150-200 folks there. Some white ps4s were sold others had them on back order. I'm currently waiting for destiny to finish installing then I will get some first impressions.
I'll be at an east coast NA launch in a few. I'm pretty excited, bungie has never disappointed me in the past and this time they had plenty of time and money to make awesomeness.
@Bobbytheb Truth!! Sony stole a page from Micro$ofts play book and now they are mad. I wonder if this breaks the rules of their agreement since no matter how cleverly worded, they are still advertising destiny on Xbox.
@ShogunRok Awesome! I loved minecraft pocket edition but the controls left something to be desired. I wonder if there will be a "downgrade" option where I can get the vita version for $5 since I own the ps4 version.
I put a 500 gb in my ps3 years ago for $100, so I can only imagine how cheap they are now. I have been patiently waiting for the ps4 version of my favorite franchise as I turned my ps3 in to pay for my ps4 before gta v launched.
@get2sammyb I was locking up my house last night with my iPhone flashlight and had a flashback to P.T. I love survival horror but last gen was a joke. This is showing some promise on ps4 with games like outlast and this. I agree wholeheartedly that this is the scariest game I've ever played. It's scarier because u can't die and it feels like it will never end.
I'm kinda glad I'm over this otherwise I would be upset that ibis oft would like me to downgrade to a ps3 to play their franchise. The publishers can put out games that require the less investment on last gen for the same price to a larger install base. This is why there is a Barren next gen exclusive release schedule. I would have rather the ps4 games cost an extra $10 like very other transition (it's only fair with inflation alone) than not get any new ps4 games! It makes my heart sad, this very we'll be the last console I buy (and I've bought every console since the Atari). Thank you, I will now step down from my soap box.
@Jazzer94 I think the question is more likely"why make exclusives for a country that doesn't buy home consoles". Maybe they expected poor sales figures in Japan and that's why it launched there 4 months later than Europe and North America. I think they can do just fine without selling any ps4s at all there. I don't think sony needs to worry about japan not buying consoles, japan needs to be worried that no one is going to cater to them if the don't purchase the new hardware.
Trials evolution killed my left thumb stick. Violently moving it back and forth to try to pass some of those levels definitely took its toll. I really like the look of those aluminum sticks though, and 12.99 isn't bad for a cool looking upgrade.
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Re: This Is One PS4 Bundle You Won't Find in Your Local Store
Sony aren't the only people who make military editions. I remember special edition USMC jack Daniels at the px
Re: This Is One PS4 Bundle You Won't Find in Your Local Store
@KomrathDE Overseas they do just that(at least they used to). On the us base in Kuwait camp Doha they had a place called uncle frosty' that had a room full of psx(it was the most current system at the time). They also showed free movies and had free fast food.
Re: This Is One PS4 Bundle You Won't Find in Your Local Store
The post exchange always had good deals on video games when I was in the Marines. And local co op is a must because you don't have always have access to Internet when they move you around all the time or when deployed on a ship, but local co op is great because you always have a bunch of friends around. Honestly tho we got the best deals abroad when we went to places like Singapore and Thailand. Half of my Gameboy Advance catalog was in Japanese.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 47
GTA V then GTA V then some more GTA V. this game is awesome!!!!
Re: First Impressions: Coming Home to Grand Theft Auto V on PS4
I never got to play this on PS3 as I had traded in my PS3 on a ps4 by the time this launched, so I can't compare to last gen GTA V. But u am 9% into the game and in love with it. I have been a fan of GTA since I played the top down Gameboy Color Gta II. Having lived in Los Angeles for a few years this is my favorite setting (they really nailed it). It's been quite the wait since Nico Belic tore up Liberty City but totally worth it!!
Re: Grand Theft Auto V PS4 Pre-Load Live, but Prompting Problems
Probably error ing out because everyone and their mother are trying to download this right now! So freaking excited!!!!!!!!
Re: PSN Scheduled Maintenance Returns on 17th November
@Bad-MuthaAdebis That is exactly what I was thinking. Why risk messing up what is arguably their biggest holiday release.
Re: Sandbox Sequel Just Cause 3 Tethers to PS4 in 2015
Awesome!!! I love just cause 2!
Re: Feature: What's the Status of DriveClub on PS4 a Month After Release?
I think at this point purchasing Driveclub is like saying releasing a broken game is ok. I am voting with my wallet and I vote no.
Re: The Mass Effect Trilogy Is on the Cards for PS4, BioWare Wants Your Input
Yes please!
Re: Review: Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare (PlayStation 4)
I am thoroughly enjoying this. I almost didn't purchase it because I was not a fan of Ghosts, but I am very glad I did. Prior to Advanced Warfare, Black Ops II was my favorite Call of Duty (and I have played them all with the exception of MW3) and this is like Black Ops II on steroids! I have played a little of the Campaign and I was impressed with the graphics, but I absolutely love the multiplayer. They have made some awesome tweaks to the load out and how you level your weapons/camos. This will definitely keep me occupied until GTAV on the 18th.
Re: Grand Theft Auto V Goes First-Person on PlayStation 4
@Punished_Boss_84 That trailer looks awesome! So looking forward to this. Thankfully I have advanced warfare to pass the time.
Re: Sony's Still Bleeding Money, But PS4's in Beast Mode
I think the fact that there was a 7 year wait between console this generation created a huge market full of consumers ready to jump to something bigger and better. Sony came out on top as the gamer friendly console, Microsoft had some really bad PR, and online player groups made group purchasing desicions. I personally persuaded about a dozen friends who primarily gamed on 360 to buy ps4s. I think this has a snowball effect- you want to play with as many of your friends as possible. For every ps4 sold, that person probably has a dozen or so real life friends who maybe hasn't bought into next gen yet that will check which console their friends already bought before committing to an Xbox one or a ps4. It was very good that Sony established an early lead, I think that will pay of exponentially in the coming years.
Re: Sony's Still Bleeding Money, But PS4's in Beast Mode
@get2sammyb I know I read rumors leading up to launch last year(I think some may have been on this site) saying sony expected to ship 15 million ps4s the first year. At the time everyone thought it was some sort of error like they moved a decimal point. Kudos Sony! This is only good news and it will propel devs to take advantage of the new hardware.
Re: Yoshida: DriveClub: PS Plus Edition Delayed on PS4 Until Further Notice
I don't think anything nefarious is going on with sony as it pertains to driveclub. However, their press releases don't make any sense. Saying they want to hold the release back until they can provide the best possible experience doesn't jive. You already released a broken product, how much more damage is it going to do if all the ps+ people get the same broken offline experience. This makes it look like a scheme to sell the full version to people who are too impatient to wait for the ps+ version of the only first party non-rerelease of the year. I was contemplating buying the full version after trying out the ps+ version as I really enjoy racing games but after the way this was handled I will not purchase Driveclub on principle alone. Here's to hoping Gran Turismo 7 is out sooner rather than later.
Re: November's PS Plus Offering Is an Indie Game Extravaganza
@MoleZandor When you put it that way.... Ha! $60+ worth of games is hard to be mad about.
Re: Talking Point: How Does Sony Solve a Problem Like Xbox One Price Cuts?
No argument there, that's why I love Sony. Just seems like a waste of a holiday season this year with no first party games. I finally get to play GTA V in the best possible way tho.
Re: Talking Point: How Does Sony Solve a Problem Like Xbox One Price Cuts?
@Gamer83 I hope you are right, but that is exactly what has happened the last few years. The crew and driveclub were supposed to be out first quarter this year.
Re: Talking Point: How Does Sony Solve a Problem Like Xbox One Price Cuts?
@get2sammyb It definitely feels like Sony is becoming complacent. Their holiday lineup has zero exclusive big releases, the Drive Club ps+ edition debacle continues with no explanation. Worse yet, I don't think anyone actually believes that the dozen holiday releases that were pushed into the first quarter 2015 are actually going to release first quarter. More likely bloodborne, the witcher and the order are the 2015 holiday lineup.
Re: Review: Minecraft: PS Vita Edition (PlayStation Vita)
@get2sammyb Best Vita game yet. Bought it on ps4 and pocket edition too. It's very addictive.
Re: Could Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas HD Be on the Way?
I just downloaded the pc version to my MacBook last month. Wouldn't mind an updated version of the ps4 or vita tho.
Re: Store Preview: Legend of Korra, Samurai Warriors 4, Just Dance 2015
I would say either shadow warrior (I have fond memories of the original on PC) or Korra which I have heard good things about. Love the Korra/Avatar series.
Re: Grand Theft Auto V's PlayStation Store Pre-Order Bonus Is Garbage
@SilentJ I missed it last year as well. Can't wait!
Re: Grand Theft Auto V's PlayStation Store Pre-Order Bonus Is Garbage
@Paranoimia Just Cause 2 is an amazing game, in my opinion it gives you the best sandbox to play in of any open world game. That said, I love Gta for the humor and the story.
Re: Grand Theft Auto V's PlayStation Store Pre-Order Bonus Is Garbage
Love the article title. I named my pittbull Shirley after Shirley Manson back in the 90's.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 41
I just scooped up the valve complete collection on steam, so lots of left for r dead and counter strike. Also I am replaying GTA San Andreas in preparation of the ps4 release of GTA V.
Re: Community: Become Legend in Our Official Destiny Clan
Just signed on to the clan yodabubba the Titan at your service!
Re: Community: Become Legend in Our Official Destiny Clan
Pushsquare clan! Ho!(in thundercats voice)
Re: Poll: What Are Your First Impressions of Destiny on PS4?
Just got back from midnight launch. Probably 150-200 folks there. Some white ps4s were sold others had them on back order. I'm currently waiting for destiny to finish installing then I will get some first impressions.
Re: Poll: What Are Your First Impressions of Destiny on PS4?
I'll be at an east coast NA launch in a few. I'm pretty excited, bungie has never disappointed me in the past and this time they had plenty of time and money to make awesomeness.
Re: Out This Week: Destiny PS4, Destiny PS3, and, Er, Some Hockey
Super excited for destiny. Had a ton of fun in the beta, co op is my favorite way to play.
Re: PlayStation Gets a PS4 Destiny Bundle and Oodles of DLC, While Xbox Gets Eau De Destiny
@Bobbytheb Truth!! Sony stole a page from Micro$ofts play book and now they are mad. I wonder if this breaks the rules of their agreement since no matter how cleverly worded, they are still advertising destiny on Xbox.
Re: Video: Watch as We Delve into Minecraft on PS4 and PS Vita
Bought ps4. Love it.
Re: Feature: What Makes PS4's Minecraft the Definitive PlayStation Edition?
Been playin all night. Super fun and controls/looks great. I'm using the realistic pack loving it.
Re: Minecraft is Finally Out on PS4, and You can Get It Cheap if You Own the PS3 Edition
@ShogunRok Awesome! I loved minecraft pocket edition but the controls left something to be desired. I wonder if there will be a "downgrade" option where I can get the vita version for $5 since I own the ps4 version.
Re: Minecraft is Finally Out on PS4, and You can Get It Cheap if You Own the PS3 Edition
Awesome! I will be downloading later today. Also, any word on the vita port? I thought they were to be launched side by side.
Re: Minecraft Finally Builds Its Way onto European PS4s Later Today
Sweet! I hope North America follows soon!
Re: Dragon Quest Meets Dynasty Warriors in PS4's Dragon Quest Heroes
@Jazzer94 this looks awesome! Love DQ, and I love the art style.
Re: Got a 12GB PS3? Sorry, You Can't Play Grand Theft Auto Online Anymore
I put a 500 gb in my ps3 years ago for $100, so I can only imagine how cheap they are now. I have been patiently waiting for the ps4 version of my favorite franchise as I turned my ps3 in to pay for my ps4 before gta v launched.
Re: Soapbox: Why P.T. Has Me Petrified at the Prospect of Silent Hills
@get2sammyb I was locking up my house last night with my iPhone flashlight and had a flashback to P.T. I love survival horror but last gen was a joke. This is showing some promise on ps4 with games like outlast and this. I agree wholeheartedly that this is the scariest game I've ever played. It's scarier because u can't die and it feels like it will never end.
Re: Gamescom 2014: PlayStation Vita Largely Ignored During Sony's Show
Tried to trade mine in at gamestop, but they wouldn't take it because Sony put the serial number on a sticker that fell off. I am over it.
Re: Gamescom 2014: Blimey, Hideo Kojima is Making a New Silent Hill Game for PS4
@get2sammyb yes! Yes! And Yes! Best news ever!!!
Re: You'll Need to Find Your Sea Legs for the Darkest Assassin's Creed to Date
I'm kinda glad I'm over this otherwise I would be upset that ibis oft would like me to downgrade to a ps3 to play their franchise. The publishers can put out games that require the less investment on last gen for the same price to a larger install base. This is why there is a Barren next gen exclusive release schedule. I would have rather the ps4 games cost an extra $10 like very other transition (it's only fair with inflation alone) than not get any new ps4 games! It makes my heart sad, this very we'll be the last console I buy (and I've bought every console since the Atari). Thank you, I will now step down from my soap box.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 30
Watchdogs with a side of Maro Kart 8.
Re: The PlayStation 4 Just Can't Catch A Break In Japan
@Jazzer94 I think the question is more likely"why make exclusives for a country that doesn't buy home consoles". Maybe they expected poor sales figures in Japan and that's why it launched there 4 months later than Europe and North America. I think they can do just fine without selling any ps4s at all there. I don't think sony needs to worry about japan not buying consoles, japan needs to be worried that no one is going to cater to them if the don't purchase the new hardware.
Re: The PlayStation 4 Just Can't Catch A Break In Japan
@Gamer83 Sadly, I think you are right. I wanted the vita to succeed so badly, but at this point I think it's a lost cause.
Re: Having Problems with Your PS4 Controller's Analogue Sticks? These Aluminium Alternatives Should Help
Trials evolution killed my left thumb stick. Violently moving it back and forth to try to pass some of those levels definitely took its toll. I really like the look of those aluminum sticks though, and 12.99 isn't bad for a cool looking upgrade.
Re: The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Is the Role Playing Game Your PS4's Been Waiting For
I can't wait. This looks like so much fun!
Re: PS4 Sequel Batman: Arkham Knight Bites the Dust Until 2015
@get2sammyb So, I'm losing track here... Are there any games for ps4 scheduled for release this year other than drive club that are not cross-gen?
Re: Ratchet & Clank HD Trilogy Fires onto PS Vita in July
I wish they would port cod 4 modern warfare. It is only 8gb, I wish there was something to play online with on Vita.