Dreams…about bloody time! I can finally see what all the fuss is/was about. I’m not very creative though, so will only be “playing” other peoples’ creations.
I’m enjoying Diablo 4, but I’m only on act 4 as I’ve been mixing up main quest stuff with side quests and open world exploring. Doesn’t look like I’ll be starting season 1 at launch 😳
Diablo 4 was on sale almost the entirety of June, whereas FF16 released late into the month. I don’t know why I’m defending FF16 as I’m not even into the FF games 😂 loving Diablo 4 though!
I played The Ascent on Xbox but am up for another play through on Playstation. Dysmantle is well worth checking out. Will give World War Z a go. Still waiting for Disco elysium on either PS+ extra or GamePass 🙄
I used this free trial on my PS5 last year, and ended up keeping it after the trial ended. Some great shows on there that are well worth checking out. Highlights for me are Severance, Bad sisters, Silo, Blackbird, and The after party.
As someone who’s never really been into FF games, Stephen’s “second opinion” is really what struck a chord with me. Like Stephen, I had played FF7 remake but also never finished it. I’m not saying I’m now buying FF16 at launch, but it’s definitely on my radar. Will watch some review videos before deciding.
Basketball doesn’t really interest me, and the other two I’d already played on GamePass. Saying that, with Diablo 4 and Zelda TOTK I’ve got enough to keep me busy for ages!
Looks like all the time in early access, betas, server slam etc has paid off which is great news. I’m gonna be getting either the deluxe or ultimate edition cos I wanna be playing this ASAP! Couple of quick questions…1) does it make use of the dualsense pad/adaptive triggers? 2) what is the install size?
It will happen, but not for another 18 months or so, by which time the PS5 will be 4 years old. If it means games being 4K/60fps with RT - all at the same time - then I’m in!
Well the price tag certainly put me off buying it. Unless it’s a major AAA release, like God of War Ragnarok, or a game that I know will give me many hours of enjoyment, like the forthcoming Diablo 4, I won’t pay £70 for a game.
It also helps that some versions of the game (deluxe & ultimate) release 4 days earlier which will stagger the server load. Hopefully by the time of the full release on June 6 they will be ready.
Looks like they added another Story Of seasons game - along with Friends of mineral town there’s also Pioneers of Olive town plus expansion pass! Anyone know which is the better of these 2 games to play?
I’m not so sure it’s “hotly anticipated”. Yes, it has new track Las Vegas and Qatar, but not much else to justify its £70 price tag. Despite being a F1 fan I won’t be buying it at launch this year.
I have a couple of SoS games on my wish list so am glad it’s back. I know there’s a player on here - sorry can’t remember your username! - who’s played something like a 100 hours on (I think) pioneers of Olive town.
Sounds like they fixed the flickering on Geralt on the inventory screen. Another issue I’ve had is when buying/selling with the armourer next to the bridge in Skellige, where mine has crashed several times. I submitted a report each time so hopefully it’s got through to the relevant people.
Only a week until SW Jedi survivor, then Redfall just a few days later…so Dead Island 2 has to wait I’m afraid. Probably get it down the road in a sale.
I’ve avoided the betas so far and will avoid this forthcoming one too. I know this game will be a big time sink for me so am holding out for the full release in June. I just hope they get their servers sorted in time!
I’m glad to say I’m over my gaming rut from last week 🙂 I’m mainly playing The Witcher 3 (second play through, first on PS5), some Gran Turismo 7, and also Ni No Kuni II (on GamePass) .
Good to see Hogwarts Legacy still going strong. I’ve finished it now, but did enjoy my time with it. In fact, I just wanna praise PushSquare for actually reviewing it. I’ve noticed several outlets that have simply refused to review it (Eurogamer, Edge, Play magazine) all for obvious reasons. It’s a shame really cos the devs did a great job on the game.
@MightyDemon82 @Matroska thanks for your tips. Fortunately my gaming rut has only lasted about a week so far. I’ve lost count of how many games I’ve downloaded this week on either GamePass or PS+ premium, only to play for 10 mins then delete them again 😂 I do read anyway, but usually last thing at night before I got to bed. I’m hoping by the time Star Wars Jedi survivor comes out I will be over my rut, or that may actually be the game that ends the rut.
I’m in a gaming rut 🙁 whatever game I put on, within 10 mins I just quit and try something else. Can’t get into anything right now. Hope I snap out of it soon.
Almost definitely getting SW Jedi survivor, and Dead Island 2 is a possibility. I would get Burning shores but I never got around to finishing the main game 😳
I’m gonna be playing Tales of arise this weekend. This has been on my radar for a while, and when I saw it in the spring sale for £13.99 I couldn’t resist!
If they’re gonna polish it until release day why not put back the date they “go gold”? They have plenty of time, and the later they go gold the smaller a day 1 patch will be.
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Re: PS Plus Essential Games for August 2023 Announced
Dreams…about bloody time! I can finally see what all the fuss is/was about. I’m not very creative though, so will only be “playing” other peoples’ creations.
Re: Off-Road Driving Game Overpass 2 Jumpstarts Release Date to September on PS5
Maybe put the first Overpass on PS+ extra in Aug/Sep to stimulate interest? 🤔
Re: Diablo 4 Season 1: Launch Times and Everything You Need to Know
I’m enjoying Diablo 4, but I’m only on act 4 as I’ve been mixing up main quest stuff with side quests and open world exploring. Doesn’t look like I’ll be starting season 1 at launch 😳
Re: Try Out PS5's Weirdest New Game with a PS Plus Premium Trial
This looks completely nuts 🤪 a 3 hour trial is pretty generous though, so will give it a go
Re: PS Store Sales Charts: Final Fantasy 16 Can't Stop Diablo 4 from June Number One
Diablo 4 was on sale almost the entirety of June, whereas FF16 released late into the month. I don’t know why I’m defending FF16 as I’m not even into the FF games 😂 loving Diablo 4 though!
Re: 18 More Games Join PS Plus Extra, Premium Next Week
I played The Ascent on Xbox but am up for another play through on Playstation. Dysmantle is well worth checking out. Will give World War Z a go. Still waiting for Disco elysium on either PS+ extra or GamePass 🙄
Re: Another Six-Month Apple TV+ Free Trial Available Now on PS5, PS4
I used this free trial on my PS5 last year, and ended up keeping it after the trial ended. Some great shows on there that are well worth checking out. Highlights for me are Severance, Bad sisters, Silo, Blackbird, and The after party.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 482
Have just bought Evil West in the sale, hoping to start that over the weekend. Still playing Diablo 4, Army of ruin, and Zelda TOTK.
Re: Indiana Jones Game Deal Amended to Exclude PS5, PS4
Sony/PlayStation already have lots of exclusive IPs. You can’t have ‘em all.
Re: Final Fantasy 16 (PS5) - Final Fantasy's Triumphant Return to the Top
As someone who’s never really been into FF games, Stephen’s “second opinion” is really what struck a chord with me. Like Stephen, I had played FF7 remake but also never finished it. I’m not saying I’m now buying FF16 at launch, but it’s definitely on my radar. Will watch some review videos before deciding.
Re: Park Beyond (PS5) - Shallow Park Builder Besieged by Technical Issues
I pretty much got my theme park building fix from Planet Coaster, which was good. I had no reason to play this, even less so now going by the score.
Re: Cyberpunk 2077's Phantom Liberty DLC Looks Breathtaking on PS5
I wouldn’t be at all surprised if they put the base game on PS+ extra before Phantom Liberty drops, to tempt people into buying the expansion.
Re: F1 23 (PS5) - A FIFA Level Experience for F1 Fans
I’ve been buying Codemasters’ F1 games on day of release for years, but I just don’t think theres enough new stuff here to justify the £70 price tag.
Re: Yes, Diablo 4 Is Blizzard's Fastest Selling Game of All Time
10k years of play time since just last week?!?! That’s crazy 😱
Re: Poll: Are You Happy with Your PS Plus Essential Games for June 2023?
Basketball doesn’t really interest me, and the other two I’d already played on GamePass. Saying that, with Diablo 4 and Zelda TOTK I’ve got enough to keep me busy for ages!
Re: PS Plus Subscriptions Discounted by 25% for a Limited Time
My PS+ sub (premium) is due for renewal in a few weeks, so this is perfect timing 🙂
Re: Diablo 4 (PS5) - Blizzard's Best in Years Is a Violent Delight for Infernal Types
Looks like all the time in early access, betas, server slam etc has paid off which is great news. I’m gonna be getting either the deluxe or ultimate edition cos I wanna be playing this ASAP!
Couple of quick questions…1) does it make use of the dualsense pad/adaptive triggers? 2) what is the install size?
Re: Rumour: WRC 23, Developed by Codemasters, Is Just Around the Hairpin Bend on PS5
Looking forward to this, though I have a feeling that despite it being an official WRC game it won’t have all the rallies. Hope I’m wrong.
Re: GTA 6 Publisher Is Anticipating a PS5 Pro
It will happen, but not for another 18 months or so, by which time the PS5 will be 4 years old. If it means games being 4K/60fps with RT - all at the same time - then I’m in!
Re: Publisher Take-Two Claims It's 'Not Seeing Pushback' From Players on $70 Price Tag
Well the price tag certainly put me off buying it. Unless it’s a major AAA release, like God of War Ragnarok, or a game that I know will give me many hours of enjoyment, like the forthcoming Diablo 4, I won’t pay £70 for a game.
Re: Deliciously Evil Diablo 4 Gameplay Is Worth Selling Your Soul For
Between this and Zelda ToTK my summer of gaming is sorted! 🙂
Re: Blizzard Is 'Really Confident' Diablo 4 Won't Break on Launch Day
@Green-Bandit yeah I can’t wait! I’ve managed to avoid playing any of the betas as well.
Re: Blizzard Is 'Really Confident' Diablo 4 Won't Break on Launch Day
It also helps that some versions of the game (deluxe & ultimate) release 4 days earlier which will stagger the server load. Hopefully by the time of the full release on June 6 they will be ready.
Re: 22 More PS Plus Extra, Premium Games Available to Download Now
@Gamer_Guy thanks! Will check it out later tonight
Re: 22 More PS Plus Extra, Premium Games Available to Download Now
Looks like they added another Story Of seasons game - along with Friends of mineral town there’s also Pioneers of Olive town plus expansion pass! Anyone know which is the better of these 2 games to play?
Re: After Transformative Gran Turismo 7 Update, F1 23 Will Not Support PSVR2
I’m not so sure it’s “hotly anticipated”. Yes, it has new track Las Vegas and Qatar, but not much else to justify its £70 price tag. Despite being a F1 fan I won’t be buying it at launch this year.
Re: Next Week's PS Plus Extra Lineup Has Been Changed Again
@tangyzesty thanks 👍 will give mineral town a go when it drops on PS+ extra this week.
Re: Next Week's PS Plus Extra Lineup Has Been Changed Again
@tangyzesty Have you played SoS friends of mineral town? Is it worth playing?
Re: LEGO 2K Drive Trophy List Looks Like a Completionist's Dream on PS5, PS4
Far too expensive for a racing game. Anyway, between Star Wars Jedi Survivor and Zelda ToTK I have more than enough to play!
Re: Next Week's PS Plus Extra Lineup Has Been Changed Again
I have a couple of SoS games on my wish list so am glad it’s back. I know there’s a player on here - sorry can’t remember your username! - who’s played something like a 100 hours on (I think) pioneers of Olive town.
Re: The Witcher 3 Patch 4.03 Fixes Autosave Stuttering on PS5, City Frame Rate, Visual Bugs
Sounds like they fixed the flickering on Geralt on the inventory screen. Another issue I’ve had is when buying/selling with the armourer next to the bridge in Skellige, where mine has crashed several times. I submitted a report each time so hopefully it’s got through to the relevant people.
Re: F1 23 Gameplay Flaunts Revamped Physics, Improved Handling, Red Flags, More
Some nice changes but not enough to justify its £70 price tag.
Re: First Saints Row PS5, PS4 Expansion Out Now, New Missions, Guns, Outfits
£7.99? Does that include the base game? 😉
Re: Poll: What Review Score Would You Give Star Wars Jedi: Survivor?
Still too early to tell. Based on what I’ve played so far I’d give it a 7 or 8, but I have a long way to go.
Re: Gran Turismo Movie's First Trailer Tells the Whole Tale in Two Minutes
No need to watch the movie now 😉
Re: Hope Fades for The Division 2 PS5 as Ubisoft Vows to Leave No PS4 Player Behind
We’ve already had a 60fps patch, honestly wasn’t expecting anything more for a 4 year old game.
Re: Poll: Are You Playing Dead Island 2?
Only a week until SW Jedi survivor, then Redfall just a few days later…so Dead Island 2 has to wait I’m afraid. Probably get it down the road in a sale.
Re: Diablo 4 Opens to Everyone in May for One Last Pre-Release Run
I’ve avoided the betas so far and will avoid this forthcoming one too. I know this game will be a big time sink for me so am holding out for the full release in June. I just hope they get their servers sorted in time!
Re: Diablo 4 Goes Gold Ahead of June Release Date
I can’t wait for this! I managed to avoid both open & closed betas. I know this game will be a huge time sink for quite some time.
Re: Dead Island 2 Launch Trailer Brings a Nine-Year Wait to an End
Looks promising, but I’m waiting for the reviews first.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 472
I’m glad to say I’m over my gaming rut from last week 🙂 I’m mainly playing The Witcher 3 (second play through, first on PS5), some Gran Turismo 7, and also Ni No Kuni II (on GamePass) .
Re: Reaction: Dreams Losing Support Is a Sad End to PS4's Most Unbelievable Project
They should have put this on PS+ ages ago. I still haven’t played it, if indeed “play” is the right word.
Re: UK Sales Charts: Strong PS5 Sales Put The Last of Us 2, Gran Turismo 7 Back in the Top 10
Good to see Hogwarts Legacy still going strong. I’ve finished it now, but did enjoy my time with it. In fact, I just wanna praise PushSquare for actually reviewing it. I’ve noticed several outlets that have simply refused to review it (Eurogamer, Edge, Play magazine) all for obvious reasons. It’s a shame really cos the devs did a great job on the game.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 471
@MightyDemon82 @Matroska thanks for your tips. Fortunately my gaming rut has only lasted about a week so far. I’ve lost count of how many games I’ve downloaded this week on either GamePass or PS+ premium, only to play for 10 mins then delete them again 😂 I do read anyway, but usually last thing at night before I got to bed. I’m hoping by the time Star Wars Jedi survivor comes out I will be over my rut, or that may actually be the game that ends the rut.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 471
I’m in a gaming rut 🙁 whatever game I put on, within 10 mins I just quit and try something else. Can’t get into anything right now. Hope I snap out of it soon.
Re: Random: Monster Energy Thinks You Might Confuse Its Drinks with Monster Hunter
Yeah, cos we’re that stupid 🤦🏻♂️
Re: Rumour: PS5 Pro Really Is Targeting 2024 Release Date
It’s still 18 months away so plenty of time. If it can do 4K/60fps/Ray tracing - all at the same time - then I’m in.
Re: Poll: Which PS5, PS4 Games Are You Most Looking Forward to in April 2023?
Almost definitely getting SW Jedi survivor, and Dead Island 2 is a possibility. I would get Burning shores but I never got around to finishing the main game 😳
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 470
I’m gonna be playing Tales of arise this weekend. This has been on my radar for a while, and when I saw it in the spring sale for £13.99 I couldn’t resist!
Re: Final Fantasy 16 Goes Gold Well Ahead of June Release Date
If they’re gonna polish it until release day why not put back the date they “go gold”? They have plenty of time, and the later they go gold the smaller a day 1 patch will be.