This is just sad. I never gave much thought to the media players going away, more the media itself. Nightmare where I have all these blu-rays but the players are no more. Probably time to buy a backup or two. I usually rip them to my Plex NAS but still would be good to have one to hook up to the TV should the PS3 or PS5 stop working.
It's fine if you like TGA but I'd rather do anything else. Will watch the trailers later. I miss the olden days with E3 when all the game trailers would show up on Gametrailers.com. I'd stay up late watching them during the week, then be too excited to sleep.
After graduating high school I remember pouring over game magazines in 1995, wondering if I should get the PS1 or the Saturn. The PS1 was the first console I bought with my own money. Drove all over town looking for different launch titles. Played Ridge Racer the most. Later I remember loving Tomb Raider, Blood Omen and Soul Reaver. Played some NHL and Madden and others too, so much fun.
Seems like doing limited anniversary deals is par for the course. How many special anniversary consoles did they make? Like 5000 or something? And these themes and start up animations cost very little. Oh Sony.
Good grief. Digital content, free or paid, should not be limited. This is not a licensing deal Sony has to negotiate with a third party. Let us keep it.
You summed it up perfectly in your article. "The Game Awards are little more than a self-obsessed advertising platform". So let it go. Love the games you love and don't worry about awards. Awards are for the creators to accept, if they care either.
I think my biggest issue is how many live service titles they are making at one time. We all know this is a big gamble and you just lost big time with Concord. Would have been easier to take if that was the only one in development.
Changes nothing. For $700 the Pro should include a disc drive and a stand. If people want to buy it w/o those then have a cheaper option for them. Come on.
Just don't look, just don't look...or just don't buy games as early access. It may not go away like the advertising monsters from the Simpsons, but companies make less money when we resist this trend. I understand it's hard, but it's only a few days wait. Or wait months if you can for patches to drop.
The only game stuff I sell online is decades old and not available in stores anymore. And I always sell as Auction only, not high Buy It Now. In this day and age, unless you can pre-order it, this is what happens with Limited CE. It sucks.
That's a pretty low bar for the time frame. Legit gamers could still flip it but it's better than nothing at all for Japan. Selling a limited edition item w/o thinking about resellers jumping ahead of real fans is stupid Sony. You did this back with the PS4 and learned nothing?
@tameshiyaku That's the general sentiment for many reasons. Netflix could maybe be seen that way too. Not sure of if any of their exclusive anime has made it to home video thus far, which is my biggest gripe. I like owning my favorites on Blu-Ray.
Ghost of Yotei, Kain 1+2 and Lunar remastered. I rarely pre-order games but will be doing so when the Lunar physical edition is announced. I've never had a chance to play Lunar and have heard nothing but great things.
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Re: Astro Bot Dev Pays Tribute to Nintendo As PS5 Exclusive Wins Game of the Year
Very well deserved.
Re: Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound Takes Series Back to 2D Action Roots on PS5, PS4
This is high on my list. Hope you can also play as Ryu.
Re: Okami Sequel Announced by Capcom
Been a long time but still happy to see it. Look forward to seeing some of the gameplay.
Re: We Don't Want to Leave the Cosy Vibes of Japanese Shop Sim InKonbini on PS5
Very interesting. I would love to visit a konbini in Japan, this may be the closest I'll get thus far.
Re: Physical Media Just Can't Catch a Break Right Now
@Oxy How did vinyl make a comeback again? Could it happen to Blu-Ray in 10 years?
Re: Physical Media Just Can't Catch a Break Right Now
This is just sad. I never gave much thought to the media players going away, more the media itself. Nightmare where I have all these blu-rays but the players are no more. Probably time to buy a backup or two. I usually rip them to my Plex NAS but still would be good to have one to hook up to the TV should the PS3 or PS5 stop working.
Re: Poll: Will You Be Watching The Game Awards 2024?
It's fine if you like TGA but I'd rather do anything else. Will watch the trailers later. I miss the olden days with E3 when all the game trailers would show up on Gametrailers.com. I'd stay up late watching them during the week, then be too excited to sleep.
Re: You Can Get Excited for The Game Awards, Says Reputable Journalist
That did the complete opposite for me. I want to watch TGA even less now, if that was even possible. I guess I went from 100% to 110% not interested.
Re: Former Blizzard Boss Slams Marvel Rivals, Comparing It to Horizon-Like Light of Motiram
If you delete your post, maybe think before posting to begin with.
Re: Fantastic 2022 RPG Chained Echoes Is Getting a Big Expansion Next Year
Good to hear. I wonder if the physical version from First Press Games will be readily available by then, or if the dev dumps them for someone better.
Re: Insiders Are Already Hyping Up The Game Awards, Set to Be a 'Very Big' Show
Always just wait for the game trailers and news to drop after. Don't care about any of the other TGA stuff personally.
Re: Soul Reaver 1 & 2 Remastered Goes Above and Beyond with Bonus Content, Including Lost Levels
Really excited for this extra content. Hoping for a physical version as well.
Re: Talking Point: What Are Your PS1 Memories?
After graduating high school I remember pouring over game magazines in 1995, wondering if I should get the PS1 or the Saturn. The PS1 was the first console I bought with my own money. Drove all over town looking for different launch titles. Played Ridge Racer the most. Later I remember loving Tomb Raider, Blood Omen and Soul Reaver. Played some NHL and Madden and others too, so much fun.
Re: PS5 Users Are Begging for Themes, PS1 Startup Screen to Stay
Seems like doing limited anniversary deals is par for the course. How many special anniversary consoles did they make? Like 5000 or something? And these themes and start up animations cost very little. Oh Sony.
Re: Sony Brings Back Iconic PS1 Startup Screen on PS5, But Only for a Limited Time
Good grief. Digital content, free or paid, should not be limited. This is not a licensing deal Sony has to negotiate with a third party. Let us keep it.
Re: Hope for Hot Springs Action in More Japanese Rail Sim on PS4
I wish it was CG instead of FMV. An anime style would be awesome. Oh well.
Re: Sly Cooper, Jak and Daxter Part of PS Plus Premium Lineup for December
Sweetness. Don't see Sly 2-3 listed on the store just yet.
Re: Outstanding PS2 RPG Dragon Quest 8 Is Now 20 Years Old
A beloved game on many lists, a landmark title in certain ways. With how well DQ11 did, why is DQ8 not on modern consoles?
Re: Opinion: The Game Awards' Persona 3 Reload Disrespect Is Crazy
You summed it up perfectly in your article. "The Game Awards are little more than a self-obsessed advertising platform". So let it go. Love the games you love and don't worry about awards. Awards are for the creators to accept, if they care either.
Re: The Game Awards Confirms DLC, Remasters Can Win Game of the Year Days Prior to Nominations Reveal
Yet another reason why this is a joke. I don't care one bit for this. I can watch trailers when they show up online.
Re: The Game Awards Under Heavy Criticism for Elden Ring DLC's Game of the Year Nomination
Game Awards Show is not for gamers, more for creators and definitely advertisers. I don't care.
Re: Macaulay Culkin Confirmed for Season 2 of Amazon's Fallout Show
@carlos82 I thought I recognized that screenshot.
Re: Rep PS5's Astro Bot in Style with Official, Adorable Clothing from Insert Coin
I want some Astro Bot stuff but this is pricey and not my style.
Re: Hands On: $700 Later and Dragon's Dogma 2 PS5 Pro Performance Is Still Far from Perfect
Did Capcom ever fix the PC port performance issues?
Re: Sony Adopting 'Show Don't Tell' Strategy with PS5
I get it. I really only care about what games are being worked on and releasing.
Re: After a Tough Few Months, Sony Says It'll Keep Making PS5 Live Service Games
I think my biggest issue is how many live service titles they are making at one time. We all know this is a big gamble and you just lost big time with Concord. Would have been easier to take if that was the only one in development.
Re: Black Ops 6 Devs Walk Out, Activision Strike Makes the Local News
Count me as one of those people that is less productive WFH. But I'm also commenting on this video while at the main office, so...
Re: Microsoft CEO Says More Xbox Games Will Come to PS5, Hours After Rumours Said Porting Project Was Paused
@AhmadSumadi Not sure yet about the new game in development, but I'd love to see the original Fable trilogy remastered for PS5.
Re: Like It or Not, This Is Why PS5 Pro Doesn't Have a Disc Drive
Changes nothing. For $700 the Pro should include a disc drive and a stand. If people want to buy it w/o those then have a cheaper option for them. Come on.
Re: Ex-PlayStation Exec Shawn Layden Says There's Been a 'Collapse' in Gaming Creativity
Creativity or not, I just want fun games.
Re: Interview: Falcom President Talks All Things Trails, Daybreak 2, and Kai in Our Biggest Interview Ever
@UltimateOtaku91 Really hyped to play the Sky series remakes. Albedo rocks!
Re: Opinion: The Price of Playing PS5 Games Day One Is Getting Higher and Higher
Just don't look, just don't look...or just don't buy games as early access. It may not go away like the advertising monsters from the Simpsons, but companies make less money when we resist this trend. I understand it's hard, but it's only a few days wait. Or wait months if you can for patches to drop.
Re: Anticipated PS5 RPG Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Attracts All-Star Cast
@LavenderShroud The others listed are veteran voice actors but I do see your point.
Re: Publishing Director Calls Out Shameless Baldur's Gate 3 Collector's Edition Scalpers
The only game stuff I sell online is decades old and not available in stores anymore. And I always sell as Auction only, not high Buy It Now. In this day and age, unless you can pre-order it, this is what happens with Limited CE. It sucks.
Re: Unwind with Almost 10 Minutes of PS5's Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake
Super excited for this. More DQ games are welcome.
Re: Metaphor: ReFantazio (PS5) - Brilliant, Memorable RPG Is One of Atlus' Finest Works
Very much looking forward to Metaphor. Thanks for the review.
Re: Astro Bot's Excellent Soundtrack Is Now Available on Music Streaming Services
Been waiting for this. Sweet!
Re: Ghost of Yotei's Gorgeous Open World Will Be Less Repetitive Than Tsushima's
Looks great. Sucker Punch is one of the best in the biz.
Re: Sony Fights Scalpers in Japan By Demanding PS5, PS4 Playtime
That's a pretty low bar for the time frame. Legit gamers could still flip it but it's better than nothing at all for Japan. Selling a limited edition item w/o thinking about resellers jumping ahead of real fans is stupid Sony. You did this back with the PS4 and learned nothing?
Re: 'Difficult to Comment' on Astro Bot's Square Enix Snub, Says Team Asobi
I wish Square Enix would change their mind on this. Maybe it's time they lower their expectations.
Re: Newly Signed Law May Restrict Sony's Use of Terms Like 'Buy' or 'Purchase' for Digital Games
@Czar_Khastik We'd need to abbreviate, make people more confused. How about BFN "Buy for now."
Re: Bandai Namco's Big Cross-Media Bet Synduality Kickstarts PS5's 2025
@tameshiyaku That's the general sentiment for many reasons. Netflix could maybe be seen that way too. Not sure of if any of their exclusive anime has made it to home video thus far, which is my biggest gripe. I like owning my favorites on Blu-Ray.
Re: PS5 Pro's 30th Anniversary Bundles Are Getting Flipped for $5,000
@jrt87 Thanks for your effort. I tried to get several of the "attempt to buy" listings removed earlier in the week but was denied.
Re: PS5 Pro's 30th Anniversary Bundles Are Getting Flipped for $5,000
For those of us that aren't interested in upgrading to a PS5 Pro, Sony should really sell the 30th Anniversary PS5 covers. Come on!
Re: Talking Point: What Was Your Favourite PS5 Game from State of Play September 2024?
Ghost of Yotei, Kain 1+2 and Lunar remastered. I rarely pre-order games but will be doing so when the Lunar physical edition is announced. I've never had a chance to play Lunar and have heard nothing but great things.
Re: Is DECAPOLICE Ever Actually Coming Out on PS5, PS4?
Bummer, 2026 is ways off.
Re: Lunar Remastered Collection Revives Two Classic 90s JRPGs on PS5, PS4 in Spring 2025
Awesome! Had no idea. Never had them in my PS1 days and they are too $$$ now for the real thing. I hope they are good ports and available physically.
Re: Acclaimed Action RPG NieR Automata Invades Stellar Blade in PS5 DLC
Perfect marriage. Very intrigued.
Re: Astro Bot's Free DLC Adds Speedrun Levels, New VIP Bots in Fall 2024
They cannot go wrong with more Astro Bot. Glad to see the studio head start it off.
Re: Ghost of Yotei Is the Ghost of Tsushima Sequel We Needed, Slashing to PS5 in 2025
Looks sweet! Gave me the spaghetti western feel too with the trailer music.