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That is actually a good result for PS5. But the switch 2 line up is mid to weak. Heavy hitters are yet to come.

@RoomWithaMoose Welp… it is relevant. Nintendo is out here suing over gameplay mechanics, while also casually dropping games that feel exactly like familiar titles wearing a brand-new outfit.

Meanwhile, Palworld isn’t exactly a copy-paste job—but let’s not pretend it didn’t raise eyebrows. Those similarities to Pokémon didn’t happen by accident - I am definitely not defending them, you can check my post history on the topic, but Nintendo suing people over “stolen ideas” is a bit rich—like the pot calling the kettle pixelated. They’re about as original and wholesome as a certain entertainment giant: masters of taking existing concepts, polishing them to a mirror shine, and making you forget you’ve seen something like it before. Truly elite at the art of “inspiration,” let’s call it. Pokopia going back to DQ is really them going full circle and, imho, hysterical.

@RoomWithaMoose Pokemon isn't Dragon Quest and Palworld isn't Pokemon.
But Pokopia is totally Dragon Quest builders...at least they hired the same developers, though such a refreshing return to the IP they originally borrowed from <3

I’m not trying to be a nuisance here, and yes, the differences are plain as day—but if we’re going to tell the story, we might as well use the whole canvas… especially when one of the artists won’t stop calling the lawyers over brushstrokes.

@RoomWithaMoose It always amuses me how some people just cannot accept that their beloved “creative” company might have a bit of a… let’s say colorful history of borrowing ideas and aesthetics from others.

Take recruiting mechanics, for example—Dragon Quest V was already doing that ages ago. yes, monsters could join your party after battles, each with their own odds—some so absurdly low you’d think you needed a magic ultrasound ball to detect them 😄. Of course, the idea has since been expanded and improved, which is great! And, honestly, a bit of a relief.

And sure, nobody’s claiming they stole the concept of a cartoon bat. But come on—you’ve got to be seriously biased not to notice that quite a few designs look… very, erhm, closely “inspired,” let’s say.

Nice effort, though. The Nintendo blind defense squad remains undefeated.

@RoomWithaMoose yes, but Nintendo directly lifted Pokemon designs (and the idea of monster catching) from Dragon Quest. Are they the only ones with a license to steal?

8/10 is not bad! It’s actually pretty good - stop this nonsense

Finally! Please let there be a season 2

Aaand preordered. Now let’s keep looking for sailors

I hope the amazing support for the game pays off in the end. The music additions are the coolest!
Now, if they are going to add a couple of characters between Beat, Ryo, Vyse and Aika, Bayonetta and Red Ring Rico I am going to lose it!

Mmmmm idk: maybe, maybeee the red one. The chroma set was a lot classier!

@Balaam_ to each his own, I think the PS5 is bold and beautiful, if slightly chunky. You can feel there was a design behind it and it's not as bland as idk, the original PS3, or plain and average looking as your run of the mill switch (that is really a cheap plastic toy eyesore) or Xbox series X. Xbox series S is pretty darn cute, though.

I hope it's a generation defining experience but I have honestly no clue! I tend to like weird and overly ambitious games so maybe it IS for me anyhow.

@Yomv7t just a quick reply to point out that Kingdom come deliverance, Elden Ring, Death Stranding, Dragon Dogma and many many other open worlders have definitely tried "something new".

Very nice piece! It sounds like a cool place to work...hope the game turns out to be a success.

I am trying to get the platinum in Death Stranding 2 by maximizing all preppers. Still having a lot fun with the game!

@Oram77 I'd say they will finally release a patch for Silent Hill 2 after the new PSSR is released somehow making it more unplayable. Classic Konami.

This will be dropped on the PSN store at some point, like Octopath. I will buy it when it’s around 25$

Ignorant question: what will it offer over a regular Pc that doesn’t force the ugly Xbox logo on us? Backwards compatibility? Access to the Xbox store? (that’s hilarious if Steam runs on this)

The game is really nice and it has bonus value in its storytelling if you are attached to the series. I hope they don’t give into the stupid backlash it got from internet Joe

@Deadlyblack there is definitely something in what you are saying but I also think that on top of that:

• the average pc isn't built around these tech-intense kind of single player gaming experiences and the games will run kind of meh compared to the console experience, so less "wow factor". Yes, elite hardcore pc gaming bla bla but ...let's be real.
• games were not released day and date, missing that "new hot thing" factor.
• pricing and rampant piracy - Xbox games are successful on PS because PS players are actually used to buy games.

I was raised on consoles and I was definitely considering moving to PC only next gen, since they were publishing everything on it after a year or two...I guess this decision makes sense.

Ah, Starfield...I did find it dreadfully slugghish and clunky but also very Bethesda-ish in good ways. Would recommend only to true Bethesda lovers.

I too feel we need a single player version of this thing - it’s drippin’!

Cannot wait. Returnal was sooo my jam. Did EVERYTHING in it

@graymamba Totally, I expect them to be pissed when their first multiple at launch FF in years will sell around 5 millions.

I see some JSR influence in this!

Somebody please put this man out of his misery! Give him a hobby that is not hating GOW projects.

They definitely benefited of Sony's publishing and I think it's a good fit for PS's portfolio but hey, good for them! As long as we can play a great sequel, I am on board

Ah, I kinda need an excuse to replay this masterpiece once again on PS5

It makes total sense, tbh. Push the multiplayer stuff and don’t dilute the console appeal with ports. I’ve read a lot of commenters wishing for this style of approach.

To be honest this is a very fitting description of Xbox strategy in the last two generations.

Heh, looking forward to it but I have to play Saros at that time

Evangelion had such a meaningful impact on Japanese pop culture and animation that I wouldn’t want to touch it with velvet gloves … kudos for braveness to Yoko Taro and the rest of the team

@Propaperpusher I am interested in talking about videogames. The fact that this, a well made single player game, is somehow worse than Link’s crossbow training, a glorified mini-game, is just factually wrong. Even a child with zero knowledge about the videogame industry could tell you that more care, time and resources went into this project. So please don’t engage in conversation with me just because you are obsessed by a company and/or want to bash another especially when you have clearly no idea of what you are talking about.

I main Mai so I guess it’s a no buy for me

@OldGamer999
This is a cool side project - if anything, Sony should do more of these. If there is a place for Link’s crossbow training and Mario Paint, I am sure we can see there is no harm in these lesser titles.

Looks kind of cool imho, if a bit anonymous.

Square releasing this kind of side-project titles anywhere has significantly reduced my need for a Nintendo console.

I swear I don’t understand some of the commenters…you may not like the style but nothing about this is “abhorrent” or “atrocious”. Personally I think the art style is very cool!
People called Wind Waker ugly at the time anyway, so I guess I should not be surprised.

I managed to get 3 of my friends very engaged with the game and we have nice play sessions - the game is really well made and supported but still in the shadow of the inferior MK World.

Love, love Okami - easily one of my favorite games ever. I am thrilled it is getting a sequel and would love to conjure up the time to celebrate the 20th anniversary with a replay of the PS4 remaster.

Oh wow, childhood deep cut

It makes a lot of sense and we’re all glad. So reveal at the rumored state of play in February?

It looks really good but for these games it’s all about the gameplay

Cue memories of super happy Dreamcast days.

Yay! We need Rayman back

Final Fantasy VII: Return makes a lot sense, given they used Reunion for Crisis Core

I have the game and the physical guidebook - I recommend the book to everyone, it’s easily one of the best game guides I ever got, and I have been playing RPGs for a little while 👵🏻

I hate the practice but I do feel Metaphor would greatly benefit from an enhanced version - fingers crossed we will get an expansion of some sorts

For all the fuss that was made about it, it has one of the best battle systems of the series, if not the best, and an awesome battle theme. A lot of elements from 13 are present in the FF7 remake project but I’d still be up for it on PS5.

Alex is cool! But I am waiting for my girl Ingrid.

@dskatter ;_; thanks for the heads-up

Yay! Actually looking forward to this the first crossover cup will be completed.

My time with this game might have finally come.