Seems really early to be shutting down the servers. Sony are really and about this (see: Everybody’s Golf). Feels like yet another anti-consumer move by the company.
Sony has becoming more anti consumer and anti gamer under his watch. From charging for PS4 to PS5 upgrades, to jacking PS Plus prices through the roof, to chasing the GAAS fad, to many other things, they’re showing their arrogance again. Hopefully whoever replaces him is more consumer facing, humble, and an actual gamer, which I don’t think Ryan is.
Not bad! Callisto could be good as a Dead Space placeholder (will buy DS when it’s cheap), and Weird West looks interesting. Not into Farming Simulator at all, but two out of three ain’t bad!
Is it just me, or are fewer games now offering preloads? I feel like I’ve seen a few examples of this lately, but wasn’t sure if this was becoming a trend.
@Jimmer-jammer It sounds like the “make the numbers go up” for damage aspect of the perks has essentially been stripped out in 2.0 with new perks unlocking new features and new ways to play instead.
A great excuse for a second play through, which I never do with epic RPGs. But not for awhile; finished my first play through over Christmas and loved it, but need a break! Will wait until the DLC is cheap and all the 2.0 patches are out.
Would love to play Starfield, but my name ain’t Richie Rich so I can’t afford both consoles (or a gaming PC). Genuinely sucks that Bethesda games are being money hatted away from others (I know Sony does this too, and that ain’t right either. But Bethesda were multiplatform for a long time).
Still playing Kingdoms of Amalur (which I’m really enjoying, in spite of the lazy remastering), and just started Zombie Army 4, which is great fun. A few races in Wreckfest (probably the best “arcade” racer so far this gen) to rinse the palette.
I was over on the 360 at this time. Sony’s arrogance with the PS3 at launch (I’ll admit they turned things around nicely) just completely turned me off. Plus, I was way more interested in Halo and Gears than anything Sony was doing. My, how times have changed…
@Smiffy01 I hear you. I’m an old fart myself! I like the RPG elements of modern games, but also really like a good, focused arcade type experience as well. Depends on my mood!
@IOI Yeah, I stacked an extra 12 months yesterday because I calculated that even with a 25% off “sale”, my Essential subscription would STILL cost about ten bucks more than it does now (I’m in Canada).
Shame. Had higher hopes and wanted this to be really good, considering it was a single player offline game that offered a fantasy themed twist on the traditional FPS. Still may pick this up on sale.
Occasionally. Last expansion I bought was Witch Queen on sale. Worth it for cheap. But there’s just not enough content to keep me going for long. Add the fact that they want you to buy a pricey expansion every year PLUS a season pass…no thanks. Shame they’ll likely do the same with Marathon. I miss the Bungie from the Halo days. They offered great single player plus multiplayer. You could buy a couple of map packs if you wanted, but that was the extent of the fleecing. Destiny constantly has its hand in your wallet, and doesn’t offer enough value.
Not a huge surprise. Spider Man 2 development is likely winding down and moving into bug testing mode, so a lot of those staff can get started on something else.
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Re: Random: Push Square Was a Question in a UK Quiz Show
Awesome! Congratulations! Love this site.
Re: Delete PlayStation Account Search Traffic Rockets Following Alleged Security Breach
Well, the deadline has passed, and no publishing of the data, as far as I can tell, so…what did these douchebags actually accomplish, if anything?
Re: Chequered Flag for Gran Turismo Sport as Online Services Shut Down in January 2024
Seems really early to be shutting down the servers. Sony are really and about this (see: Everybody’s Golf). Feels like yet another anti-consumer move by the company.
Re: Reaction: PlayStation Boss Jim Ryan May Have Been Disliked, But Leaves Big Boots to Fill
Sony has becoming more anti consumer and anti gamer under his watch. From charging for PS4 to PS5 upgrades, to jacking PS Plus prices through the roof, to chasing the GAAS fad, to many other things, they’re showing their arrogance again. Hopefully whoever replaces him is more consumer facing, humble, and an actual gamer, which I don’t think Ryan is.
Re: PS Plus Essential Games for October 2023 Announced
Not bad! Callisto could be good as a Dead Space placeholder (will buy DS when it’s cheap), and Weird West looks interesting. Not into Farming Simulator at all, but two out of three ain’t bad!
Re: Rumour: PS Plus Essential Games for October Leaked
Callisto is an exciting addition; on my wish list so will save me a few bucks.
Re: Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty File Size Is Chunky on PS5
Is it just me, or are fewer games now offering preloads? I feel like I’ve seen a few examples of this lately, but wasn’t sure if this was becoming a trend.
Re: Review: PAYDAY 3 (PS5) - An Outdated Co-Op Heisting Experience
@AinsleyE Was about to say this. Seems like a really bad time for PC ports.
Re: Poll: Are You Playing Cyberpunk 2077 Update 2.0?
@Jimmer-jammer It sounds like the “make the numbers go up” for damage aspect of the perks has essentially been stripped out in 2.0 with new perks unlocking new features and new ways to play instead.
Re: Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection PS4 Will Launch Alongside PS5 Version on 24th October
@ArmoredMore A disaster remaster!
Re: Metal Gear Solid Locked at 30fps in PS5, PS4 Master Collection
More lazy, lousy ports that will probably sell quite well. Sigh.
Re: Full Cyberpunk 2077 2.0 Patch Notes are Here, Massive Update's Out Now on PS5
@nessisonett Hopefully downgrading from 4K will mean less frame rate drops.
Re: Full Cyberpunk 2077 2.0 Patch Notes are Here, Massive Update's Out Now on PS5
A great excuse for a second play through, which I never do with epic RPGs. But not for awhile; finished my first play through over Christmas and loved it, but need a break! Will wait until the DLC is cheap and all the 2.0 patches are out.
Re: The Crew Motorfest Outpaces Predecessors with the Series' Biggest Launch Ever
@N1ghtW1ng Yeah, that’s giving me pause as well. Not necessarily a deal breaker, but definitely an important (and annoying) caveat.
Re: Megaton Musashi: Wired Gears Up to Bring Elusive Mech Action to PS5, PS4
Looks fun! Sort of a combo of EDF and armoured core.
Re: Battlefield Takes Priority at Need for Speed Developer Criterion Games
They’re definitely talented, but assigning a studio with racing game expertise to work on Battlefield? Seems like a misuse of talent.
Re: Watch Your Step! Marvel's Spider-Man 2 Reportedly Features Fall Damage
Definitely turning this off, but as others have mentioned, great that it’s an option to those who want to raise the web-swinging stakes.
Re: PlayStation's 2024 Release Schedule Is Already a Joke
@PlayStationGamer3919 I would be surprised if Wolverine launches next year. I’d say 2025 is more likely, but who knows?
Re: Poll: Was Sony's Latest State of Play Worth the Wait?
My expectations were low, and it failed to even meet them.
Re: Poor Immortals of Aveum Sales Leads to Significant Lay-Offs
A shame that they won’t get the chance to iterate and improve on this interesting concept. Best of luck to all of those who are affected.
Re: Helldivers 2 Confirmed for State of Play Livestream
Nice! This one is looking good!
Re: State of Play Livestream Revealed for Thursday, a Focus on Indie and Third-Party Games
Space Marine 2 release date, please!
Re: Mortal Kombat 1's PS5 Trophies Won't Take Long to Finish Them
Headline should read “Mortal Kombat 1’s PS5 Trophies Won’t Take Long to Finish”. Don’t need “them” at the end; it’s redundant.
Re: UK Sales Charts: Starfield Soars While Mortal Kombat Hype Brings Back 11
Would love to play Starfield, but my name ain’t Richie Rich so I can’t afford both consoles (or a gaming PC). Genuinely sucks that Bethesda games are being money hatted away from others (I know Sony does this too, and that ain’t right either. But Bethesda were multiplatform for a long time).
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 493
Still playing Kingdoms of Amalur (which I’m really enjoying, in spite of the lazy remastering), and just started Zombie Army 4, which is great fun. A few races in Wreckfest (probably the best “arcade” racer so far this gen) to rinse the palette.
Re: This 13-Year-Old Game Dev Is Making a PS5 Exclusive
Wow! Good on him! Looks fun. His parents must be very proud; that’s quite the accomplishment. Kudos, lad!
Re: Sony's E3 2010 Press Conference, the One with Kevin Butler, Revived in 1080p
I was over on the 360 at this time. Sony’s arrogance with the PS3 at launch (I’ll admit they turned things around nicely) just completely turned me off. Plus, I was way more interested in Halo and Gears than anything Sony was doing. My, how times have changed…
Re: Ultraviolent, Ridiculous FPS Trepang2 Spills Blood on PS5 in October
Never heard of this one before. Looks fun!
Re: Vibrant PS5, PS4 Indie Ultros Reveals Its Opening Moments
@Smiffy01 I hear you. I’m an old fart myself! I like the RPG elements of modern games, but also really like a good, focused arcade type experience as well. Depends on my mood!
Re: Vibrant PS5, PS4 Indie Ultros Reveals Its Opening Moments
@Smiffy01 It doesn’t have to be one or the other.
Re: Reminder: Last Chance to Stack PS Plus Subscriptions Before Price Rise
@IOI Yeah, I stacked an extra 12 months yesterday because I calculated that even with a 25% off “sale”, my Essential subscription would STILL cost about ten bucks more than it does now (I’m in Canada).
Re: Reminder: Last Chance to Stack PS Plus Subscriptions Before Price Rise
@Powerplay94 …AND cheaper!
Re: Vibrant PS5, PS4 Indie Ultros Reveals Its Opening Moments
Yawn. Another “retro” 2D indie game.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 492
Kingdoms of Amalur Re-Reckoning. Doesn’t look great, but it’s really addictive! Fun combat, loads of quests and loot, and big levels to run around in.
Re: PS5, PS4 Fans Spot Similarities Between Marvel's Spider-Man and Promising Upcoming Gacha
Dammit, the saying is NOT “the proof is in the pudding”, it’s “the proof of the pudding is in the eating”!
Re: PS5 Fans Note Very Fast Start to 2024 Release Schedule
@Flaming_Kaiser …AND after the game has been properly patched, another advantage to playing the waiting game.
Re: PS5's Warhammer 40k: Space Marine 2 and Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden Get Extended Gameplay Stream Next Week
Yes! Space Marine 2 looks awesome and the previews have all sounded promising.
Re: Warhammer 40k: Space Marine 2 Previews Are Massively Positive
Can’t wait! Looks like it scratches that Gears of War itch and then some.
Re: Immortals of Aveum (PS5) - Fantasy FPS Lacks the Magic Touch
Shame. Had higher hopes and wanted this to be really good, considering it was a single player offline game that offered a fantasy themed twist on the traditional FPS. Still may pick this up on sale.
Re: Hands On: Red Dead Redemption PS4 Port Seems Solid, But Should Be So Much More
It’s the half assed cash grab it appeared to be from early reports. And unfortunately it’s selling well, so expect more of these lazy ports.
Re: Destiny 2 Will Try to Win Back Some Positivity with Its Annual Showcase Next Week
Occasionally. Last expansion I bought was Witch Queen on sale. Worth it for cheap. But there’s just not enough content to keep me going for long. Add the fact that they want you to buy a pricey expansion every year PLUS a season pass…no thanks. Shame they’ll likely do the same with Marathon. I miss the Bungie from the Halo days. They offered great single player plus multiplayer. You could buy a couple of map packs if you wanted, but that was the extent of the fleecing. Destiny constantly has its hand in your wallet, and doesn’t offer enough value.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 489
Just started Shadow of the Tomb Raider. Fun so far! Always blows me away how gorgeous some PS4 games look on PS5 when they’ve been patched.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 488
COD WWII. Just the campaign (was free on PS Plus awhile ago). Another “old” game that looks great on PS5!
Re: Insomniac Games May Have a Third AAA PS5 Exclusive in Development
Not a huge surprise. Spider Man 2 development is likely winding down and moving into bug testing mode, so a lot of those staff can get started on something else.
Re: PS5 Open World Star Wars Outlaws Will Let You Work for Jabba the Hutt
Don’t mess with the Jabbster!
Re: Comical FPS High on Life Really Is Coming to PS5, PS4
Heh heh…69!
Sorry…
Re: Shooty Soulslike Remnant 2 Gets Large-Calibre PS5 Gameplay Overview Trailer
Shooty: oooh…!
Soulslike: Nah.
Re: Preview: The Crew Motorfest Finally Hands PS5 Some Proper Arcade Racing
Sucks that this is cross gen, though. I wonder how much that will hold it back…
Re: Bungie's PS5 Marathon Reboot Recruits Top Halo Infinite Talent
@Khayl It’s not the correct use of the word. End of. I don’t care how people are misusing it.
Re: Bungie's PS5 Marathon Reboot Recruits Top Halo Infinite Talent
@AhmadSumadi Drives me nuts! Well, not literally…😉