I got my first copy of Castlevania Dominus Collection!
In the past 3 days I 100% Castlevania Dawn of Sorrow ... again, and now I am moving to Portrait of Ruin! My goal (like every time) is to get 100% map, 100% item drops and all weapons + spells
On the side I have the glorious Elden Ring and continuation of the journey of my Crusader in Diablo 3!
Happy gaming weekend everyone!!!
PS: When I made the sculpture of the warrior jar from Elden Ring, I thought how cool it would be to put a Switch cartridge of Elden Ring inside. But with those key-carts this seems ... painful
@GoatFace04 the Barm Stoker's Dracula games on Mega Drive/Genesis/Snes, Gameboy and Nes are different games
There is one for the Sega CD I think and it is a different game as well.
The Genesis/Megadrive one is not hard at all. People do not refer to it as a good game, but I really like it.
Also if you ever play it please play the Megadrive/Genesis version over the SNES one. The soundtrack is waaay better even if both are the same game. And there are different gameplay differences that are better on the Sega version.
That is good news for me. I get to save money! Hurrayy!
@BAMozzy "It doesn't matter if the Disc has ALL the game and its 'perfect' at launch as you'll still have to install it from the Disc to your internal Storage to 'run' from there, not from the Disc itself."
Yes, because the direct disc reading is too slow for the current and previous generation. Also, it is better to install from the disc and use it only as s key because it does not spin constantly, thus being a strain on the optical drive and the disc itself.
Ahh another article about the success of Assassin's Creed Shadow! I think there are not enough of those here!
Those are certainly created to inform right? In case the people did not understand how successful the game is from the previous article about is success.
@RoomWithaMoose Why net loss? If someone else buys them and continue to develop their franchises with better decisions isn't that a win for the gaming industry?
If you really stick to the French representation, I guess it has some value for you. I've never thought about that. There are only a couple of Bulgarian games, and I loved seeing them being played but I am not being particularly proud of that
@RoomWithaMoose The Legacy will be the only good thing that they leave behind. I can't see them making the gaming industry better going forward, especially with that leadership.
I will remember AND play their previous games, but the industry does not need another bloated whale that will burst any moment.
Same goes for Blizzard, they are bad for the industry as well, even if they made some of the MOST epic, defining games of all time.
Those 2 and Microsoft (the gaming department) are my most disappointing companies that plague industry.
@RoomWithaMoose Sorry but I can't see a future without massive layoffs for Ubi. They dug themselves into a hole. If I am not mistaken, they are also being sued right now, for misleading the shareholders?
The most positive future for them is for a new company to get their franchises and keep a small portion of the staff for the future projects.
Even after the Shadows success (I am still not certain of it) it will be just like after Veilguard. Massive layoffs because of higher management.
The gaming industry is in a really bad place right now and bloated companies like Ubi are the main thing that is wrong.
PS: And yes, a physical edition with DRM is my most hated thing for most gaming products. I mean sure I do not like certain agenda driven directions but if it is optional I can enjoy a game.
@RoomWithaMoose I am fine being without Ubisoft. They can be bought, assimilated and renamed. Just like 3DO for example (let's not forget that Ubi bought the HoMM license and butchered the games ). No need for all the people to lose their jobs. Ubi had a golden age, but something happened, and it is really sad.
I am against ALL DRM from ALL companies. I do not care about microtransactions as long as they are 100% optional.
@tameshiyaku PC/Steam is 100% digital, I only care for console physical releases. PC for me is strictly with Internet in mind
And by proper physical edition I mean get the game, put it in the console without internet connection, install it and play it. One time login after installation is a no go for me. This is DRM and I hate it
@tameshiyaku Could you please share which Capcom games can't be played from the physical media without internet connection?
I mean the game is on the disc/cart but you have to download something from the internet to play.
I am aware of Resident Evil 1, 5 and 6 on the Switch but that is not DRM. They just cheaped out on the cartridge size.
@AhmadSumadi Sure, it is what he said in the transcript but still to see the DRM that followed with Avatar, Outlaws and now Shadows I am sure that he meant it. Because without the Ubi servers you own a plastic coaster, not a game.
@RoomWithaMoose Why do I have to justify laying off people? For me the biggest failure is the DRM (which is a direct link to not owning my games).
For the record, I would've bought Shadows even if I do not agree with some parts of the narrative of the game. But that DRM is stopping me. Is that the fault of the 19000 employees, ofc NO but companies have to face some kind of consequences at the end, not the buyers.
@AhmadSumadi I usually put quotes when I am referencing something that I did not say myself.
I see the transcript but still those people talk lime politicians. They will say anything to think they are the good guys He likes discs, right? Then why put mandatory server link in order to install the physical release?
"Whatever your thoughts on Ubisoft, the industry would be worse without it"
I completely disagree with that. Like really? The company that stated "'Get Comfortable With Not Owning Your Games". The industry is not in a good place because of companies like Ubisoft.
Right now, it is 50/50 if Ubi will be bought. Unfortunately, I expect to read about their layoffs soon. I hope there are no layoffs if they are bought, though.
Ubi made it impossible for me to even consider the game.
It has DRM and I can't EVER agree to that.
I thought I can push pass that with Hogwarts Legacy (being a huge HP fan) but I couldn't even buy that so where does that leave Shadows ... in the garbage ofc.
Now I am left with only 2 Castlevania games not beaten from the Classics collection. Adventure and Belmont's Revenge. so Castlevania The Adventure is not the chopping block this weekend.
Also, I am going to try and get into Monster Hunter with Monster Hunter World. I OWN so many MH games but never spent much time in them.
And for relaxing Heroes of Might and Magic 3 Horn of the Abyss on the Steam Deck!
@GoatFace04 Castlevania 2 Simon's Quest was my very first Castlevania. It is really special to me even if most people do not like it because of the bad mistranslations.
I love that you can just explore the world. But keep in mind that the good ending depends on how many days you took to reach the end.
And let's not forget that it introduced Bloody Tears!
This weekend and the following week I will focus on Castlevania Bloodlines as the next step in my ClassicVania journey! Already on stage 2 Greece with John Morris.
I am also starting Resident Evil 1 Remake as I've only beaten it once with Chris, long time ago!
On the side quick sessions of Resident Evil 2 VR as I am finally in the NEST Lab!!!
Oh and I am actively developing Castletoria! Each day I draw new assets for the game and code little parts Soon I will start improving the gameplay.
I am not stopping until I beat the Castlevania games I have never finished! Now on the block is Castlevania III Dracula's Curse! One of the hardest CV games to date!
However, my main task is to put more time in improving my game Castletoria! I have spent 2 days drawing and coding the equipment menu! The old one had terrible navigation
And for some relaxing if time permits (I doubt that!) Tormented Souls on the PS5 and God of War 2 on the PSVita!
After beating Castlevania Lament of Innocence and Curse of Darkness I am going to seriously put some time in Castlevania 64. I have researched how to get the good ending, and I will put some effort in this journey!
On the side I will play the amazing Guilty Gear Strive and Wolfenstein The Old Blood which is my favorite of the modern Wolfenstein games (The New Order and The New Colossus)
This weekend and the following week I will focus mainly on Castlevania Lament of Innocence! I am playing in on the Deck so I can easily take screenshots of my journey
First time playing Dragon's Dogma so that could be fun and Resident Evil 4 Remake on the PS5 because the last time I played it, it was on the PS4, and I did not make a screenshot journey.
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Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 576
This weekend will be AWESOME!
I got my first copy of Castlevania Dominus Collection!
In the past 3 days I 100% Castlevania Dawn of Sorrow ... again, and now I am moving to Portrait of Ruin! My goal (like every time) is to get 100% map, 100% item drops and all weapons + spells
On the side I have the glorious Elden Ring and continuation of the journey of my Crusader in Diablo 3!
Happy gaming weekend everyone!!!
PS: When I made the sculpture of the warrior jar from Elden Ring, I thought how cool it would be to put a Switch cartridge of Elden Ring inside. But with those key-carts this seems ... painful
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 575
@GoatFace04 the Barm Stoker's Dracula games on Mega Drive/Genesis/Snes, Gameboy and Nes are different games
There is one for the Sega CD I think and it is a different game as well.
The Genesis/Megadrive one is not hard at all. People do not refer to it as a good game, but I really like it.
Also if you ever play it please play the Megadrive/Genesis version over the SNES one. The soundtrack is waaay better even if both are the same game. And there are different gameplay differences that are better on the Sega version.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 575
This weekend I will play some Diablo 3. Started a new Crusader currently at level 46.
I will play one my childhood memories Bram Stoker's Dracula for the Mega Drive! Awesome soundtrack btw!!!
And for relaxing some Ninja Turtles games from the Cowabunga collection
Happy gaming everyone!!!
Re: Sony Reportedly Gearing Up to Sell You The Last of Us on PS5 One More Time
Hmm people comparing TLoU with Skyrim is weird because Skyrim is actually good and replayable
Skyrim deserved to be on every toaster and calculator in the world!
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 574
I will try and finally finish Resident Evil 2 VR. I am on the last part, NEST.
Continue with my second playthrough of Resident Evil 4 Remake.
And last, I will try out Metal Slug Tactics!
Have a nice gaming weekend everyone!
Re: Ubisoft Spins Off Assassin's Creed, Far Cry, Rainbow Six into New Subsidiary with Tencent
@themightyant Also it means that Ubi do not have any room for future mistakes. They have to play safe.
I expect layoffs or as they call it "restructuring to get out of debt" ...
Re: Ubisoft Spins Off Assassin's Creed, Far Cry, Rainbow Six into New Subsidiary with Tencent
Why are the Ubi defenders not happy?
We thought that the company is gone for sure. Now it will continue to exist in some pathetic form for a little longer.
Be happy!
Re: Indiana Jones PS5's Physical Release Requires You to Download the Game
That is good news for me. I get to save money! Hurrayy!
@BAMozzy "It doesn't matter if the Disc has ALL the game and its 'perfect' at launch as you'll still have to install it from the Disc to your internal Storage to 'run' from there, not from the Disc itself."
Yes, because the direct disc reading is too slow for the current and previous generation. Also, it is better to install from the disc and use it only as s key because it does not spin constantly, thus being a strain on the optical drive and the disc itself.
So, installation is better.
Re: Disrespectful Foreign Tourists Force Closure of Japanese Shrine Fixed by Ghost of Tsushima Fans
@Ralizah This is so true! Every time I see such a thing I think of that Johnny Somali character, and I hope he gets what he deserves!
I also wish all of Europe was treated like you said by people from other regions
Re: Assassin's Creed Shadows Broke PS Store Sales Records for Ubisoft
Ahh another article about the success of Assassin's Creed Shadow! I think there are not enough of those here!
Those are certainly created to inform right? In case the people did not understand how successful the game is from the previous article about is success.
Re: Poll: What Are Your Thoughts on Bloodborne, 10 Years Later?
One of the best gaming experiences I have ever had
Re: At a Tumultuous Time, Assassin's Creed Shadows Is Doing the Business for Ubisoft
@RoomWithaMoose Why net loss? If someone else buys them and continue to develop their franchises with better decisions isn't that a win for the gaming industry?
If you really stick to the French representation, I guess it has some value for you. I've never thought about that. There are only a couple of Bulgarian games, and I loved seeing them being played but I am not being particularly proud of that
Re: At a Tumultuous Time, Assassin's Creed Shadows Is Doing the Business for Ubisoft
@RoomWithaMoose The Legacy will be the only good thing that they leave behind. I can't see them making the gaming industry better going forward, especially with that leadership.
I will remember AND play their previous games, but the industry does not need another bloated whale that will burst any moment.
Same goes for Blizzard, they are bad for the industry as well, even if they made some of the MOST epic, defining games of all time.
Those 2 and Microsoft (the gaming department) are my most disappointing companies that plague industry.
Re: At a Tumultuous Time, Assassin's Creed Shadows Is Doing the Business for Ubisoft
@RoomWithaMoose Sorry but I can't see a future without massive layoffs for Ubi. They dug themselves into a hole. If I am not mistaken, they are also being sued right now, for misleading the shareholders?
The most positive future for them is for a new company to get their franchises and keep a small portion of the staff for the future projects.
Even after the Shadows success (I am still not certain of it) it will be just like after Veilguard. Massive layoffs because of higher management.
The gaming industry is in a really bad place right now and bloated companies like Ubi are the main thing that is wrong.
PS: And yes, a physical edition with DRM is my most hated thing for most gaming products. I mean sure I do not like certain agenda driven directions but if it is optional I can enjoy a game.
Re: At a Tumultuous Time, Assassin's Creed Shadows Is Doing the Business for Ubisoft
@RoomWithaMoose I am fine being without Ubisoft. They can be bought, assimilated and renamed. Just like 3DO for example (let's not forget that Ubi bought the HoMM license and butchered the games ). No need for all the people to lose their jobs. Ubi had a golden age, but something happened, and it is really sad.
I am against ALL DRM from ALL companies. I do not care about microtransactions as long as they are 100% optional.
@tameshiyaku PC/Steam is 100% digital, I only care for console physical releases. PC for me is strictly with Internet in mind
And by proper physical edition I mean get the game, put it in the console without internet connection, install it and play it.
One time login after installation is a no go for me. This is DRM and I hate it
Re: At a Tumultuous Time, Assassin's Creed Shadows Is Doing the Business for Ubisoft
@tameshiyaku Could you please share which Capcom games can't be played from the physical media without internet connection?
I mean the game is on the disc/cart but you have to download something from the internet to play.
I am aware of Resident Evil 1, 5 and 6 on the Switch but that is not DRM. They just cheaped out on the cartridge size.
@AhmadSumadi Sure, it is what he said in the transcript but still to see the DRM that followed with Avatar, Outlaws and now Shadows I am sure that he meant it. Because without the Ubi servers you own a plastic coaster, not a game.
Re: At a Tumultuous Time, Assassin's Creed Shadows Is Doing the Business for Ubisoft
@RoomWithaMoose Why do I have to justify laying off people? For me the biggest failure is the DRM (which is a direct link to not owning my games).
For the record, I would've bought Shadows even if I do not agree with some parts of the narrative of the game. But that DRM is stopping me. Is that the fault of the 19000 employees, ofc NO but companies have to face some kind of consequences at the end, not the buyers.
@AhmadSumadi To be honest I did not see that from a YT video for the first time. It was NintendoLife
https://www.nintendolife.com/news/2024/01/players-need-to-start-feeling-comfortable-with-not-owning-games-says-ubisoft-subs-boss
Not some angry Youtuber.
Re: At a Tumultuous Time, Assassin's Creed Shadows Is Doing the Business for Ubisoft
@AhmadSumadi I usually put quotes when I am referencing something that I did not say myself.
I see the transcript but still those people talk lime politicians. They will say anything to think they are the good guys He likes discs, right? Then why put mandatory server link in order to install the physical release?
Re: At a Tumultuous Time, Assassin's Creed Shadows Is Doing the Business for Ubisoft
@Cornpop76 So the customers wanted the DRM in Outlaws, Avatar and Shadows? This was forced upon Ubisoft by the consumers?
Many other modern games do not have that like MH Wilds, RE games, Elden Ring (FromSoftware etc).
They are just testing the threshold for crap from the users, just to see what can pass by.
Re: At a Tumultuous Time, Assassin's Creed Shadows Is Doing the Business for Ubisoft
"Whatever your thoughts on Ubisoft, the industry would be worse without it"
I completely disagree with that. Like really? The company that stated "'Get Comfortable With Not Owning Your Games". The industry is not in a good place because of companies like Ubisoft.
Right now, it is 50/50 if Ubi will be bought. Unfortunately, I expect to read about their layoffs soon. I hope there are no layoffs if they are bought, though.
Re: Ex-Xbox Console Exclusive Indiana Jones Will Be Fully Revealed for PS5 Imminently
I want the physical edition to have a playable version on the disc. I do not want idiotic levels of DRM like with Assassin's Creed Shadows!
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 573
This weekend I will tackle the last of the Castlevania games from the classic collection, Castlevania II Belmont's Revenge!
I got The Messenger so I will play that as well and, in the meantime, wander around Baldur's Gate 3
Happy gaming everyone!!!
Re: Poll: Are You Playing Assassin's Creed Shadows?
Ubi made it impossible for me to even consider the game.
It has DRM and I can't EVER agree to that.
I thought I can push pass that with Hogwarts Legacy (being a huge HP fan) but I couldn't even buy that so where does that leave Shadows ... in the garbage ofc.
Re: Assassin's Creed Shadows (PS5) - Striking Open World RPG Is a Real Cut Above
@ShogunRok Do you think/feel the game is enough to save Ubisoft from their current financial situation?
Re: Ubisoft Will Reportedly Fight for Assassin's Creed Shadows, Anti-Harassment Plan in Place
"Lawyers are already ready to file complaints in the event of proven harassment."
Haha, I know that it will not be "proven", yet they will try to silence criticism because they are a bad company with too many fails lately.
Re: Mini Review: Age of Mythology: Retold (PS5) - Series' Best Stands the Test of Time
I would LOVE a physical edition!
Re: Disc Rot Already Afflicts Your Physical Game Collection
Fearmongering at its finest. At least let us have couple of confirmed cases and then talk about this.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 571
First of all, happy Women's Day to all the ladies
Now I am left with only 2 Castlevania games not beaten from the Classics collection. Adventure and Belmont's Revenge. so Castlevania The Adventure is not the chopping block this weekend.
Also, I am going to try and get into Monster Hunter with Monster Hunter World. I OWN so many MH games but never spent much time in them.
And for relaxing Heroes of Might and Magic 3 Horn of the Abyss on the Steam Deck!
Happy gaming everyone!!!
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 570
Finally, I will play Graveyard Keeper! I have been waiting for so long for a physical edition of this game!
In the meantime, I am starting Castlevania Legacy of Darkness, and I am so happy that there is no time limit tied to the good ending with Cornell!
And on the side some Silent Hill 2
Also finished the design on the Lore, Bestiary and Magic menus in Castletoria!!!
Happy gaming everyone!!!
Re: Monster Hunter Wilds Eclipses All Expectations on Launch Day
I own many MH games as I think they look amazing, but I am yet to become a hunter
I guess I have to invest more time in at least one of them.
Are the games related story wise in any way?
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 569
This weekend I will be randomly playing God of War 3, Wrath Aeon of Ruin and Ocarina of Time 3D.
3 fantastic games to set the mood
And ofc the development of Castletoria continues! This year the progress will be huge!
Happy gaming everyone!
Re: Age of Mythology: Retold PS5 Pre-Orders Live, Premium Edition Gets Early Access
@GymratAmarillo I do not know but I am ok with a LRG scam if it means a proper physical edition.
Re: Age of Mythology: Retold PS5 Pre-Orders Live, Premium Edition Gets Early Access
I hope there is a physical edition planned! I LOVE that game!
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 568
@GoatFace04 Thank you! You can check the thread about the game in the sister site of PS, Nintendo Life. There are some more screenshots there
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 568
@GoatFace04 it is so nice to see someone becoming a CV fan
For me this is the greatest thing in gaming EVER created
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 568
@GoatFace04 Castlevania 2 Simon's Quest was my very first Castlevania. It is really special to me even if most people do not like it because of the bad mistranslations.
I love that you can just explore the world. But keep in mind that the good ending depends on how many days you took to reach the end.
And let's not forget that it introduced Bloody Tears!
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 568
This weekend and the following week I will focus on Castlevania Bloodlines as the next step in my ClassicVania journey! Already on stage 2 Greece with John Morris.
I am also starting Resident Evil 1 Remake as I've only beaten it once with Chris, long time ago!
On the side quick sessions of Resident Evil 2 VR as I am finally in the NEST Lab!!!
Oh and I am actively developing Castletoria! Each day I draw new assets for the game and code little parts Soon I will start improving the gameplay.
Happy gaming everyone!!!
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 567
I am not stopping until I beat the Castlevania games I have never finished! Now on the block is Castlevania III Dracula's Curse! One of the hardest CV games to date!
However, my main task is to put more time in improving my game Castletoria! I have spent 2 days drawing and coding the equipment menu! The old one had terrible navigation
And for some relaxing if time permits (I doubt that!) Tormented Souls on the PS5 and God of War 2 on the PSVita!
Have a nice gaming weekend!!!
Re: PSN Down as PS5, PS4 Players Can't Log In or Play Online
DiGiTaL iS tHe fUTuRe!!! Nyaaaaaa!
Re: Poll: How Long Does It Take You to Beat a Big RPG?
If I follow the main quest only, around 15-20 hours.
Re: Dragon Age: The Veilguard Failed Because It Wasn't Live Service, EA CEO Seems to Suggest
So, the writers of Veilguard are all fired because the game was not a live service? Hahahahah Good one!
Re: Reassigned BioWare Staff Might Not Get to Go Back to Developer
There is a big chance that Bioware and Ubisoft will meet each other in gaming hell after they "pass away"
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 566
After beating Castlevania Lament of Innocence and Curse of Darkness I am going to seriously put some time in Castlevania 64. I have researched how to get the good ending, and I will put some effort in this journey!
On the side I will play the amazing Guilty Gear Strive and Wolfenstein The Old Blood which is my favorite of the modern Wolfenstein games (The New Order and The New Colossus)
Happy gaming everyone!
Re: Cave Crave on PSVR2 Could Be One Way to Cure Claustrophobia
This looks like the definitive John Jones experience ... no thanks. I prefer zombies and stuff like that instead of being in a small cave.
Re: Preview: Assassin's Creed Shadows Is the Golden Ticket Ubisoft Needs
I wonder if they will fix the physical edition of the game, or it will still be useless physical DRM key.
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 565
@JamieO thank you! Gaming is simply awesome
I am near the end of Lament of Innocence and it feels good! I might tackle the classic-vanias next until my Dominus collection arrives
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 565
This weekend and the following week I will focus mainly on Castlevania Lament of Innocence! I am playing in on the Deck so I can easily take screenshots of my journey
First time playing Dragon's Dogma so that could be fun and Resident Evil 4 Remake on the PS5 because the last time I played it, it was on the PS4, and I did not make a screenshot journey.
Happy gaming everyone!!!
Re: DOOM: The Dark Ages Rips and Tears PS5 This May in Biggest Entry Yet
Unfortunately, I read that the physical versions will require internet connection to function. I hope it is just a rumor and not true.
Re: Resident Evil 6 Appears Set for a PS5 Port
Waste of a port ... terrible RE game!
Re: Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 564
@Hurblyburbly I took the time to take photos of my PS4 and PS5 collections. As you can see, they are humble next to my Switch collection.
PS4 - 86 cases
PS5 - 23 cases