I think the developers would/should show some common sense. Not ALL games are going to be worth the top price-point, and they should align their products within the market accordingly - other wise they'll just be at risk of pricing themselves out. And those that don't buy on day 1, do so knowing that it's not long before the cost of the game drops in price anyway.
And using Nintendo as an example, their (first party) games hardly depreciate at all and still sell years after release. I think ultimately, If you have a good, solid product, people will pay for it.
These are the kind of remasters/remakes I like to read about. Treasured games that may have slipped from memory getting put out for old fans (like me) and to give anyone that missed them first time out a chance to love them too. Still hoping to see NFS underground 1/2 and Burnout Takedown get similar treatment some time soon.
The ps5 is showing it's age?!? My 'baseline' ps5 still runs like a dream. So much so, I didn't see the point of the 'upgraded version'. I think it's fair to say though, that when GTA6 does finally come along, it will look incredible, and all this uncertainty will just slowly disappear.
For me, it depends on the title. A game like GTA6 (if GTAV is anything to go by) will have an enormous life. The single player game is huge, the production quality is generally incredible, the online content is constantly updated, and you can invest as much or as little as you want. So yeah, maybe taking into account how many hours can be put into a top tier AAA game like this - and that excitement is already higher for this than anything game in recent memory, $100 probably can be justified. BUT, it shouldn't be the outlier for every other studio to think that their games are in the same bracket. Should annual games like FIFA or COD charge the same, or games that have a short single player campaign, of course not. This IS GTA though
I think it's a bit cynical to have another 'remaster' this gen. That said, it could open the game up for newcomers to the series, and it's not much of a gamble from the dev team insomuch as it's cheaper to upscale a popular game rather than roll the dice on a completely new IP. Hopefully they've taken this chance to stop Aloy talking so much! The hand-holding in this - and it's sequel were beyond frustrating for me. So much so, I play with the dialogue turned off! Rant over!!
Oh man... Aloy absolutely did my head in!! Walk into an area and immediately "That pipe looks like it could be useful" "I could climb up there" "That wall looks weak" etc... What's the point of these 'puzzles' if you're told the answer straight away. A delay of a few minutes - or the option to turn 'hints' off would've been welcome. That whole thing soured the game for me
BoTW was much more rewarding in that sense. When Link went into a shrine, you either solved it yourself, or had to actively look for hints online.
I've never been a fan of them introducing super cars into the series. I'd rather modify a Supra, Skyline or VW Golf and progress these cars than have a Koenigsegg or Lamborghini that is pretty 'unmodifiable' straight from the beginning. I complain, but I'll still buy it in the hope that it captures some that Underground/Underground 2 'magic'.
Looks like the art team were influenced by 'Into the Spider-verse' Looked better than I expected. I'll probably wait for reviews and actual game footage before committing to buying it.
@Omnistalgic Same thing happened to me. I managed to fix it about 2 months ago by spraying the sticks with WD-40 fast drying contact cleaner. I don't know if it's a fix for everyone, but it's worked (so far) for me. Might be worth having a look for yourself?
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Re: Talking Point: What Are Your Thoughts on Potential $80 PS5 Games?
I think the developers would/should show some common sense. Not ALL games are going to be worth the top price-point, and they should align their products within the market accordingly - other wise they'll just be at risk of pricing themselves out. And those that don't buy on day 1, do so knowing that it's not long before the cost of the game drops in price anyway.
And using Nintendo as an example, their (first party) games hardly depreciate at all and still sell years after release. I think ultimately, If you have a good, solid product, people will pay for it.
Re: Rumour: Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 Will Launch on PS5 During Xbox's Summer Showcase
These are the kind of remasters/remakes I like to read about. Treasured games that may have slipped from memory getting put out for old fans (like me) and to give anyone that missed them first time out a chance to love them too. Still hoping to see NFS underground 1/2 and Burnout Takedown get similar treatment some time soon.
Re: Former Rockstar Animator Doubtful GTA 6 Will Run at 60fps on PS5
The ps5 is showing it's age?!? My 'baseline' ps5 still runs like a dream. So much so, I didn't see the point of the 'upgraded version'. I think it's fair to say though, that when GTA6 does finally come along, it will look incredible, and all this uncertainty will just slowly disappear.
Re: Would You Pay $100 for GTA 6?
For me, it depends on the title. A game like GTA6 (if GTAV is anything to go by) will have an enormous life. The single player game is huge, the production quality is generally incredible, the online content is constantly updated, and you can invest as much or as little as you want. So yeah, maybe taking into account how many hours can be put into a top tier AAA game like this - and that excitement is already higher for this than anything game in recent memory, $100 probably can be justified. BUT, it shouldn't be the outlier for every other studio to think that their games are in the same bracket. Should annual games like FIFA or COD charge the same, or games that have a short single player campaign, of course not. This IS GTA though
Re: Horizon Zero Dawn's PS5, PC Remaster Is Very Much the Real Deal
I think it's a bit cynical to have another 'remaster' this gen. That said, it could open the game up for newcomers to the series, and it's not much of a gamble from the dev team insomuch as it's cheaper to upscale a popular game rather than roll the dice on a completely new IP. Hopefully they've taken this chance to stop Aloy talking so much! The hand-holding in this - and it's sequel were beyond frustrating for me. So much so, I play with the dialogue turned off! Rant over!!
Re: State of Play Announced, Covering More Than 15 PS5, PSVR2 Games
@Rudy_Manchego came here to say exactly the same thing!
Re: A New Live-Action Street Fighter Movie Is Officially in Production
If it follows along the lines of the '94 animated movie, it could be amazing. Here's hoping!
Re: Simon Pegg Revealed as the Voice of Hogwarts Legacy's Headmaster
How's that for a slice of fried gold!
Re: Need for Speed Unbound's PS5 Soundtrack Will Make You Feel Old
Thank God for turning the game music off and having Spotify on! Sadly, it's been a long time since the NFS catered to my taste in music
Re: Talking Point: What Are Your Thoughts on Protagonists Discussing Puzzles?
Oh man... Aloy absolutely did my head in!! Walk into an area and immediately "That pipe looks like it could be useful" "I could climb up there" "That wall looks weak" etc... What's the point of these 'puzzles' if you're told the answer straight away. A delay of a few minutes - or the option to turn 'hints' off would've been welcome. That whole thing soured the game for me
BoTW was much more rewarding in that sense. When Link went into a shrine, you either solved it yourself, or had to actively look for hints online.
.... Rant over
Re: FIFA 23's World Cup 2022 Kicks Off Today, Here Are the Patch Notes
@get2sammyb "Jules Rimet still gleamin'" Nice work there!
Re: Deadpool, Venom, Morbius, Storm All Part of Midnight Suns Season Pass
With cash-grabs like this, a version of it will come to the Ps Plus service at some point (probably sooner rather than later)
Re: Need for Speed Unbound Has Largest Launch Lineup of Cars in the Series
I've never been a fan of them introducing super cars into the series. I'd rather modify a Supra, Skyline or VW Golf and progress these cars than have a Koenigsegg or Lamborghini that is pretty 'unmodifiable' straight from the beginning. I complain, but I'll still buy it in the hope that it captures some that Underground/Underground 2 'magic'.
Re: Need for Speed Unbound Is Unlike Any Arcade Racer You've Seen Before
Looks like the art team were influenced by 'Into the Spider-verse'
Looked better than I expected. I'll probably wait for reviews and actual game footage before committing to buying it.
JK! I'm totally buying it!
Re: Latest PS5 Firmware Update Available Now, Here Are the Patch Notes
A perfectly cromulent update...
Re: Horizon Forbidden West's Stunning Sci-Fi Ecosystem Unleashed in PS5, PS4 Trailer
Well.... Doesn't that look like a slice of fried gold!
Re: PS Plus September 2021 PS5, PS4 Games Announced
Pfffffttttt.....
Re: Poll: Have You Been Experiencing Drift on Your DualSense PS5 Controller?
@Omnistalgic Same thing happened to me. I managed to fix it about 2 months ago by spraying the sticks with WD-40 fast drying contact cleaner. I don't know if it's a fix for everyone, but it's worked (so far) for me. Might be worth having a look for yourself?