@SuperSilverback That just how I played it, didn't take the losses to seriously and enjoyed it for what it was. I do like Bungie's games, so maybe I'll give another shot once I whittle down my backlog.
@lazarus11 I would say in a way that is kind of "Souls Like" in the gameplay in this instance. The extreme difficulty and the ability to lose items/gear or progress in a snap. I thought the Alpha & Beta tests were quite fun but, I'm not into losing all my gear and didn't think I would stick with it. It's one of those "Git Gud" Games and you need to do that quite quickly to survive imo.
@Broosh Geez' that's rough, the Unit I have I got from Ebay. Lister' must have had a dozen or so at $200.00 a pop'. It's been chugging along pretty good. (Knock on wood)
Feel sorry for the Devs’ on this one. No one wakes up one morning and decides “Hey, I feel like making a Game that sucks today”. Seems like they didn’t get a chance to turn it around. Even though GAAS aren’t my bag, it’s still tough to see all these Devs crashing and burning.
Returnal was my first "roguelike experience" and was the first time I thought I wasted my money on a game. Could not find the "fun" in backtracking due the punishing mechanics. Wanted to like it, it looked amazing. Maybe I'll give this one a shot sometime down the line.
What I liked about that trailer was when the lead character ran thru a village that had "GASP" actual other NPC's walking around! Normally you don't see any of that as its usually just a gauntlet run' through some "Skeleton-Warriors" to the next Boss Fight in most of these games. I'm actually looking forward to this one. Hope it does well upon release.
Nice, they implemented a "Jump" mechanic as well! Always seemed like that was a move that was sorely missing from the last 2 entries. Can't wait for that Demo. Probably my most anticipated Game for 2026.
Inexperience in Live Service games doesn't mean you should never try imo. Sure, it's a costly mistake but learn from it and improve on it. The "bones" of a good game was there with Anthem, and I thought the flying parts were excellent. No one sets out with a "Hey' Team, let's make a crummy game today." Stuff happens.
Unfortunately for some, A.I. will be the norm' for these Companies going forward imo.
The same way " Practical Effects" were replaced with CGI in Movies and Hand Drawn Cell Animation.
Watched John Carpenter's "The Thing" and "Silent Mobius - The Movie Animation" yesterday and though they don't make them like that anymore.
@MFTWrecks LMAO The fact that a game ("Scarface", no less) let you attack people with a Chainsaw on a Nintendo Console has made me realize that I can't possibly be on "Main-Line Earth" and must be on an alternate Earth!!!
Destiny 2 is pretty much just a "Virtual Hangout Spot" to Chat with your peeps and shoot stuff now. There hasn't been any meaningful content in quite a while. The Developers fix one thing then screw up what didn't need fixing in the first place.
And honestly, how many "Jade Rabbits" & "Lucky Pants" do you need?!!? The whole game needs a refresh.
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Re: 'We're in It for the Long Haul': Bungie Rejects Rumours It Could Move on from Marathon After Unremarkable PS5 Sales
@SuperSilverback That just how I played it, didn't take the losses to seriously and enjoyed it for what it was. I do like Bungie's games, so maybe I'll give another shot once I whittle down my backlog.
Re: 'We're in It for the Long Haul': Bungie Rejects Rumours It Could Move on from Marathon After Unremarkable PS5 Sales
@lazarus11 I would say in a way that is kind of "Souls Like" in the gameplay in this instance. The extreme difficulty and the ability to lose items/gear or progress in a snap. I thought the Alpha & Beta tests were quite fun but, I'm not into losing all my gear and didn't think I would stick with it. It's one of those "Git Gud" Games and you need to do that quite quickly to survive imo.
Re: In Its Crackdown on PS Store's Garbage PS5 Games, Surely Sony Won't Let Gran Carismo Through
We'll change it to GRAN MACHISMO, problem solved.
Re: PS5 Players Seemingly Skip Marathon as Sales Estimates Look Very Weak
Marathon might be too niche for its own good.
Re: 'We Should Have Clearly Disclosed Our Use of AI': Crimson Desert Dev 'Sincerely Apologises' for Erroneously Including AI Art in PS5 Game
@playstation1995 Unless you work for the Big Corps' and it's the other EMPD Song "It's Strictly Business."
Re: Shenmue 3 Enhanced Brings Big Upgrades and Must-Have Collector's Editions to PS5
Playing the 1st Shenmue game on the Portal'. Looks really great and it's perfect for play on it.
Re: After PS5, PS4, and PS Portal, Even PS3 Gets a Console Update
@Broosh Geez' that's rough, the Unit I have I got from Ebay. Lister' must have had a dozen or so at $200.00 a pop'. It's been chugging along pretty good. (Knock on wood)
Re: After PS5, PS4, and PS Portal, Even PS3 Gets a Console Update
Lucky enough to have the FAT Model that plays PS-1, PS-2 & PS-3 Discs. Use it frequently for watching Blu Rays as well.
Re: Out Today: Marathon's PS5 Launch Puts Sony's $3B Live Service Gamble to the Test
@Boomers-r-us LMAO I just posted that, great minds think alike!
Re: Out Today: Marathon's PS5 Launch Puts Sony's $3B Live Service Gamble to the Test
SONY should have BUNGIE Working on a new entry to the KILLZONE Series.
Re: Out Today: Marathon's PS5 Launch Puts Sony's $3B Live Service Gamble to the Test
Not a game I plan on playing but hope it does well.
BUNGIE could use the win'.
Re: Poll: Vote for Your PS5 Game of the Month (February 2026)
Nioh 3 was so good!
Re: Highguard Permanently Shuts Down on 12th March
Feel sorry for the Devs’ on this one. No one wakes up one morning and decides “Hey, I feel like making a Game that sucks today”. Seems like they didn’t get a chance to turn it around. Even though GAAS aren’t my bag, it’s still tough to see all these Devs crashing and burning.
Re: Poll: Are You Playing Resident Evil Requiem?
@jerrylongbones Oh Cool, thanks for the heads up! 😎
Re: Poll: Are You Playing Resident Evil Requiem?
As soon as that PS5 PRO Visual Update drops, I'm all over this one.
Re: Konami's Iconic X-Men Arcade Game Coming to PS5 Alongside Other Marvel Classics
OOOOOoooo'!!! Day One for sure, great surprise!
Re: Mobile App Addictions Are Quickly Becoming a Serious Threat to Video Games, Report Claims
LOL, I haven't played a Mobile game since "Infinity Blade" way back in 2010!!! Consoles are the jam!
Re: Sony Makes Shocking Decision to Shut Down Bluepoint Games
SONY practically "specializes" in remasters & remakes but cans' the very best Developer in the industry that does just that. I don't get it.
Re: Some of SEGA's Retro Revivals May Release within the Next Year
I have JSR on the Dreamcast & X-Box 360.
The X-Box 360 Version is a Dual Disc with both JSR & GT 2000
on it.
Bring it on!!!
Re: Saros Shaves Off Returnal's Rough Edges for a More Universally Appealing PS5 Roguelite
Returnal was my first "roguelike experience" and was the first time I thought I wasted my money on a game. Could not find the "fun" in backtracking due the punishing mechanics. Wanted to like it, it looked amazing. Maybe I'll give this one a shot sometime down the line.
Re: Hands On: God of War: Sons of Sparta Shows Real Promise with Lovely Pixel Art and Punchy Combat
This seems perfect for play on the PS Portal'. Going to give it a go this weekend for sure!
Re: Play Nioh 3 Now in Free PS5 Demo
I recently beat Nioh1 & 2 on the PS5-Pro and they were awesome! Can't wait to try out the Demo for 3.
Re: Has PlayStation Found Its Own Black Myth: Wukong? New PS5 Console Exclusive Is One to Watch
What I liked about that trailer was when the lead character ran thru a village that had "GASP" actual other NPC's walking around! Normally you don't see any of that as its usually just a gauntlet run' through some "Skeleton-Warriors" to the next Boss Fight in most of these games. I'm actually looking forward to this one. Hope it does well upon release.
Re: Prepare Yourself for Nioh 3 with This 17-Minute PS5 Gameplay Video
Nice, they implemented a "Jump" mechanic as well! Always seemed like that was a move that was sorely missing from the last 2 entries. Can't wait for that Demo. Probably my most anticipated Game for 2026.
Re: 'Could You Tell at the Time?': Ex-Producer Defends BioWare's Decision to Make ANTHEM
@nhSnork You're absolutely right. To create a new I.P., you need to break some eggs!
Re: 'Could You Tell at the Time?': Ex-Producer Defends BioWare's Decision to Make ANTHEM
Inexperience in Live Service games doesn't mean you should never try imo. Sure, it's a costly mistake but learn from it and improve on it. The "bones" of a good game was there with Anthem, and I thought the flying parts were excellent. No one sets out with a "Hey' Team, let's make a crummy game today." Stuff happens.
Re: Persona Anniversary Site Mentions 'Next Chapter for the Series'
Get ready for "Fruity Persona 5 Royal - The Breakfast Cereal".
Re: Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles Sees in the New Year with Major Sales Milestone
@WhoderMan - This guy gets it!!!
Re: Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles Sees in the New Year with Major Sales Milestone
Wow, Square Enix actually stating a title met their Sales expectations.
Re: Now It's Battlefield 6's Turn to Face Accusations of Generative AI Usage
Unfortunately for some, A.I. will be the norm' for these Companies going forward imo.
The same way " Practical Effects" were replaced with CGI in Movies and Hand Drawn Cell Animation.
Watched John Carpenter's "The Thing" and "Silent Mobius - The Movie Animation" yesterday and though they don't make them like that anymore.
Re: Sucker Punch Enters a New Era as Co-Founder Brian Fleming Departs
He was truly part of some of the best games on the SONY Platforms.
Best wishes & Thank You!
Re: Poll: How Would You Rate Cyberpunk 2077, 5 Years Later?
Once the PS5 Update & DLC came out, it was an easy 10' for me! Really great game.
Re: PlayStation Wrap-Up 2025 Live Now, Get Your Gaming Stats for the Year
Rated - Thrill Seeker
Top 5:
1. Dark Souls 2
2. Sekiro
3. Dark Souls 3
4. Elden Ring
5. Nioh
Re: Fortnite Artist Fights Back Against Generative AI Accusations from Fans
So, in 2025 the public has learned to use 2 words completely incorrect. "WOKE" & "AI", put this year to bed; it's drunk.
Re: Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls Beta: All Start Times, How to Play, and What's Included
Received the Invite and can't wait to try it out!
Re: 'Financial Viability Is a Big Deal': Emulation Studio on Why More Retro Games Aren't Coming to PS Plus Premium
Noted', now where's' "Vagrant Story".
Re: Check Those Inboxes! Marvel Tokon PS5 Beta Invites Are Being Sent Now
Yes Sir, I'm in and can't wait!
Re: PS Portal Gets So Much Better Today in Huge UI, Cloud Streaming Update
@ElectricWizard - Ah', understood.
Re: PS Portal Gets So Much Better Today in Huge UI, Cloud Streaming Update
@ElectricWizard - Actually it kind of is as you can play a different Game on it even if your PS5 Console is currently in use somewhere else.
Re: For a Fleeting Moment, It Felt Like PS2 Gangster Game Scarface Could Be Getting a Re-Release
@MFTWrecks LMAO The fact that a game ("Scarface", no less) let you attack people with a Chainsaw on a Nintendo Console has made me realize that I can't possibly be on "Main-Line Earth" and must be on an alternate Earth!!!
Re: Sony's Acquisition of Bungie Continues to Be Questioned as Destiny 2 Falls Off a Cliff
Destiny 2 is pretty much just a "Virtual Hangout Spot" to Chat with your peeps and shoot stuff now. There hasn't been any meaningful content in quite a while. The Developers fix one thing then screw up what didn't need fixing in the first place.
And honestly, how many "Jade Rabbits" & "Lucky Pants" do you need?!!? The whole game needs a refresh.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 600
Still playing "SEKIRO", just beat the Guardian Ape and now headed to re-take Ashina Castle!!! Getting close to the end!
Re: Sounds Like Sony May Finally Be Starting to Wind Down PS4 Support
Until PSN adds the "Saint Seiya" games to its PS5 lineup, my PS4 is going to be always nearby! Heck, I'm still rocking my PS3 for those games!
Re: Marvel Cosmic Invasion's Unannounced Final Characters Have Leaked Online
Slip' "ROM The Space Knight" in there and I'll buy a copy for every console I own, please.
Re: Another SEGA Baddie Has Been Revealed for Shinobi: Art of Vengeance's Villain DLC
The final Villian should be Lan Di from Shenmue.
Re: Onimusha: Way of the Sword Still Looks Sick, But We Ain't Sold on That English Dub
Japanese Dub all the way for me.
Re: As Sony Doubles Down on Anime, Demon Slayer Breaks Box Office Records
Saw it last night, it was great!
Re: Poll: Did You Buy a PS1 at Launch?
@wildcat_kickz If SEGA announced a Dreamcast-2, I'd be 1st in line!!! JET SET RADIOOOOoooo!!!
Re: Cyberpunk 2077 Teases Something for 4th September, Sparks Mass Speculation
LOL, Patch for (2) new cars and then radio silence incoming.
Re: Elden Ring Nightreign Will Get Even Tougher in New Hard Mode
@Jammer same here, beat all the Souls games and actually started Sekiro last weekend. I wouldn't try this one without a Team that had Mics'.