Like others said, bit clunky animations and poor voice acting (at least that "kid"). Unnecessary comparison to God of War. Haven't seen any RPG elements either.
Addressing all the comments about the number of articles saying ACS is a success - we'll probably never find out if it's a paid promotion and with that 'return to form' sentence I think the author is actually baiting us (because I can't imagine this was use unironically).
Regardless of that, what drives most traffic to websites such as pushsquare are guides. It must feel pretty ridiculous to give a game a low rating and then keep cooking up guides for said game for a month or two. So in such websites interest is to project games' success, despite the fact that pushsquare writers surely have enough competence and insight to know that something smells fishy if a developer proclaims success without releasing actual sales data.
Articles promoting ACS success keep using misleading terms like "number of players" (instead of units sold), "second most successful launch in the series" (comparing to other AC titles, none of which released day 1 on steam, instead of comparison to other games released lately) etc.
Let's wait, see and come back to these articles in a couple months.
Funny how when a game gets a lot of positive user reviews then it's a hit, but when the reviews are negative then suddenly it's "rEviEw bOmBiNg!1". And as I mentioned, it's not "free" if it's a paid subscription. I've seen enough reviews of this game to know it's a turd and I have no intention to play it. There are plenty of great games out there, no point wasting time on this one. I want Sony to include good games in the subscription, not ones that nobody wanted so Sony got it for cheap.
@BolkaRover I'm not a troll, I can have an opinion even if it's different than other comments. In our (paid) subscription we're getting a poor game that almost nobody wanted to buy hence it failed. It was the same thing last month with Suicide Squad.
First time in months I'm actually happy with monthly games! High on Life was on my wishlist. Payday - wouldn't ever buy it, but if it's free, I might try it. Pacman - maybe I'll install it and play for 15 minutes 😅.
@Matroska the scene you linked - the fire is caused by Henry Jones Senior being clumsy. The boulder scene happens after he escapes a set off set of traps - there's no longer time to be careful. But before that, when they enter the temple, he's being attentive, careful and saves a clumsy hired guy by keeping him out of the light not to trigger traps. Bottom line is - it's the company he keeps who are usually clumsy and he's the opposite.
And please, don't compare Raiders of the Lost Ark or The Last crusade (both 10/10) to a dogcrap like John Wick.
It looks much better and higher framerate is there... except the prologue in 2077 and in the vault. Framerate there is low even in performance mode (in quality mode almost unplayable) but as soon as you finish the prologue and get ot the open world, it runs smoothly and looks nice.
When choosing if to play a game or not , 60 FPS is an entry condition. PS5 has a good hardware, if a game can't run on it in 60 FPS, it means it's poorly optimized. Better framerates are the reason I'm looking forward to PS5 Pro.
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Re: These 11+ New PS5, PS4 Games Are Coming Out Next Week (7th-13th April)
@Sammy Barker could you add cover picture to each game in these articles?
Re: These 9+ New PS5, PS4 Games Are Coming Out Next Week (31st-6th April)
Would it be possible to add thumbnails of covers next to games in these articles going forward? They would be very helpful.
Re: Upcoming PS5 Action RPG Blades of Fire Has God of War 2018 Vibes in Uncut Gameplay
Like others said, bit clunky animations and poor voice acting (at least that "kid"). Unnecessary comparison to God of War. Haven't seen any RPG elements either.
Re: Upcoming PS5 Action RPG Blades of Fire Has God of War 2018 Vibes in Uncut Gameplay
Here's a mirror that doesn't require a youtube account yo watch https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x1G1YzZZ2wc
Re: Assassin's Creed Shadows Broke PS Store Sales Records for Ubisoft
Addressing all the comments about the number of articles saying ACS is a success - we'll probably never find out if it's a paid promotion and with that 'return to form' sentence I think the author is actually baiting us (because I can't imagine this was use unironically).
Regardless of that, what drives most traffic to websites such as pushsquare are guides. It must feel pretty ridiculous to give a game a low rating and then keep cooking up guides for said game for a month or two. So in such websites interest is to project games' success, despite the fact that pushsquare writers surely have enough competence and insight to know that something smells fishy if a developer proclaims success without releasing actual sales data.
Articles promoting ACS success keep using misleading terms like "number of players" (instead of units sold), "second most successful launch in the series" (comparing to other AC titles, none of which released day 1 on steam, instead of comparison to other games released lately) etc.
Let's wait, see and come back to these articles in a couple months.
Re: These 9+ New PS5, PS4 Games Are Coming Out Next Week (17th-23rd March)
@CWill97 @KillerBoy it will be on PS+ Essential in 4 months.
Re: PS Plus Essential PS5, PS4 Games for March 2025 Announced
Funny how when a game gets a lot of positive user reviews then it's a hit, but when the reviews are negative then suddenly it's "rEviEw bOmBiNg!1". And as I mentioned, it's not "free" if it's a paid subscription. I've seen enough reviews of this game to know it's a turd and I have no intention to play it. There are plenty of great games out there, no point wasting time on this one. I want Sony to include good games in the subscription, not ones that nobody wanted so Sony got it for cheap.
Re: PS Plus Essential PS5, PS4 Games for March 2025 Announced
@BolkaRover that is a fact. Look up the ratings the game received (user ratings, not paid shill reviewers).
Re: PS Plus Essential PS5, PS4 Games for March 2025 Announced
@BolkaRover I'm not a troll, I can have an opinion even if it's different than other comments. In our (paid) subscription we're getting a poor game that almost nobody wanted to buy hence it failed. It was the same thing last month with Suicide Squad.
Re: PS Plus Essential PS5, PS4 Games for March 2025 Announced
Why did they think since nobody bought it it's a good idea to oush this turd to PS+ subscribers?💩 Worst month I can remember 🫤
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 568
High on Life. Hilarious so far 🙂
Re: PS Plus Essential Games for February 2025 Announced
First time in months I'm actually happy with monthly games! High on Life was on my wishlist. Payday - wouldn't ever buy it, but if it's free, I might try it. Pacman - maybe I'll install it and play for 15 minutes 😅.
Re: Naughty Dog's New PS5 Game Is Finally Announced, Sci-Fi Action Title Intergalactic
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Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 551
Diablo 4: Vessel of Hatred 😈
Re: Guns More of a 'Fallback Solution' in Indiana Jones and the Great Circle
@Matroska the scene you linked - the fire is caused by Henry Jones Senior being clumsy. The boulder scene happens after he escapes a set off set of traps - there's no longer time to be careful. But before that, when they enter the temple, he's being attentive, careful and saves a clumsy hired guy by keeping him out of the light not to trigger traps. Bottom line is - it's the company he keeps who are usually clumsy and he's the opposite.
And please, don't compare Raiders of the Lost Ark or The Last crusade (both 10/10) to a dogcrap like John Wick.
Re: Guns More of a 'Fallback Solution' in Indiana Jones and the Great Circle
Indy wasn't "clumsy".
Re: PS5, PC Shooter Concord Dead on Arrival, Is Being Taken Offline This Week as Dev 'Explores Options'
They will come back stronger and with even more pronouns!
Re: Poll: What PS5 Games Do You Most Want to See at Gamescom 2024?
@Yagami Not sure, apparently they'll have "surprises" https://x.com/gamescom/status/1810252243989307452
Re: Poll: What PS5 Games Do You Most Want to See at Gamescom 2024?
Gothic Remake and Titan Quest 2 will be on GamesCon but are not on the list.
Re: Poll: Are You Happy with Your PS Plus Extra, Premium Games for August 2024?
I don't even remember why I bought premium because I haven't used any of its benefits even once...
Re: Larian Studios' Next Two RPGs Sound Ridiculously Ambitious
My body is ready. Give me D:OS3 & and that mysterious new title!
>Where are we supposed to find the time to play bigger, ever more immersive RPGs?
Use your annual leave.
Re: Ubisoft Responds to Assassin's Creed Shadows Criticism, Apologises to Japanese Players
>Do you care about the creative liberties taken
This question is tendentious.
Re: Talking Point: What's Your PS5 Game of the Year for 2024 So Far?
Fallout 4 was recently released for PS5!
Re: Best Uncharted Games
Guys, I found a mistake on your article. You accidentally put the first and second place in wrong order.
Re: Over 1,600 Must-Play PS5, PS4 Games Discounted on PS Store
>Over 1,600 Must-Play Games
It seems you don't understand the meaning of a "must-play game"...
Re: PC Players Are Fuming Until Dawn, God of War Ragnarok Appear to Require PSN Logins
@Malaise ha! That's pretty cool!
Re: PC Players Are Fuming Until Dawn, God of War Ragnarok Appear to Require PSN Logins
Why does Pushsquare layout turn red for this article? Is it because the topic is about PC, not PS5?
Re: Video: Does Fallout 4 Look Better on PS5?
It looks much better and higher framerate is there... except the prologue in 2077 and in the vault. Framerate there is low even in performance mode (in quality mode almost unplayable) but as soon as you finish the prologue and get ot the open world, it runs smoothly and looks nice.
Re: Video: Is Fallout 76 Worth Playing in 2024?
Tried it recently and it is not worth playing.
Re: Poll: How Much Do You Care About 60fps on PS5?
When choosing if to play a game or not , 60 FPS is an entry condition. PS5 has a good hardware, if a game can't run on it in 60 FPS, it means it's poorly optimized. Better framerates are the reason I'm looking forward to PS5 Pro.
Re: Tales of Kenzera: ZAU Also a Day One PS Plus Extra Game, Out 23rd April
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Re: Not Everyone Is in Love with Dragon's Dogma 2 on PS5
Is it capable of running on PS5 in stable 60 FPS? Because that's my entry condition.
Re: PS Plus Essential Games for April 2024 Announced
Very bad month, nothing for me... :-/
Re: Talking Point: How Do You Feel About the PS5 Pro?
Definitely going to pre-order.
Re: Upgraded PS5 Controller with Hugely Improved Battery Life Spotted
I'd also like easily replaceble sticks like in DS Edge (but for lower price than DSE...).
Re: Poll: What Is Your PS5, PS4 Game of the Year 2023?
1. Baldur's Gate 3
2. Hogwarts Legacy
3. Diablo 4
Re: PS Plus January 2022 PS5, PS4 Games Announced
Nothing for me ☹
Re: Talking Point: Why Aren't You Playing Knockout City with PS Plus?
I'm repelled by these fortnitish style, graphics and humour.
Re: Talking Point: Why Aren't You Playing Knockout City with PS Plus?
@get2sammyb OMG, maybe he's a bot too?! 😲