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@CielloArc
No; actually Stellar Blade would be two very good reasons to buy PS5 Pro.

@ButterySmooth30FPS
“The royal we, ya know…the editorial.”
@TheDudeElDuderino gets it…

@Golem25

Ditto. I missed the PS4 generation, except for the last year. I’ve got a huge backlog of some of the best games in history. I don’t need to buy anything and I’d be set for years. Sometimes I still do though, mostly just when I want to play with friends who are firing up a new release. Or when I’m super duper excited for a game. Like Red Dead 3, which is coming out next month. Wait…what?

I’m super excited for this game! GRIS was a work of art in so many ways.

Why would anyone spend time hacking a game that is 15 years old?

@TheDudeElDuderino

🤣🤣🤣

@TheDudeElDuderino

“Yea, well ya know…that’s just like…your opinion, man.”

Sorry I couldn’t resist. 😂

@1UP-HUSKY

The scalpers can go fly a kite. I hate scalpers, and I should have made that more clear in my initial response because I was in no way trying to defend them.

As to your question about what’s more important…well—to Sony—it’s whatever will make them more money. They have to decide that strategy and walk the line between generating hype or protecting their community “who will invest further.” I don’t know what’s better for them in the long run because I am no marketing expert and don’t particularly care for marketing in any case. But I bet they’ve got some people who get paid a bunch of money to sit around a big wooden table in a nice office somewhere and argue about it until they come up with an answer to your question.

On a personal and philosophical level I think corporate greed and always putting the bottom line first is one of the things wrong with our society in general, but I’m just trying to rationally think about what motivates these decisions…

@1UP-HUSKY

It’s marketing. If they did what you’re suggesting, they would lose the hype that drives many consumers to make otherwise irrational purchases.

Honestly didn’t need a study. As @RoomWithaMoose put it, “no duh.”

Except for that one level with the gnomes. Gosh darn gnomes…

Pretty much everyone on this site has a ps5 already (myself included), but if I didn’t, I’d definitely shell out for the Pro over the current model. That being said I’m personally not gonna buy a Pro on day 1, but I understand the market for this since many people are going to decide between this or the current model for their first PS5. Especially when Santa is looking for the right gift to put under the Christmas tree come December…

You’re also getting 2TB SSD, which is nothing to sneeze at, and worth some of the price difference itself. I’m no fanboy, and will probably make it through the rest of the generation with my current PS5, but I’m not blind to the overall consumer market either. Some people get a new phone or laptop every year. I hang on to a phone for three of four years and laptops for five or six, but when I do get one or the other, I buy the top of the line.

And as far as the comments disparaging the reporting of this hardware…well, just remember that you’re on a PlayStation site. 🙄

10 out of 10 would definitely Astro Bot again.

@somnambulance
You cant do half points. 😂

@HeeHo
…A dual* sense of humor.

@Matroska
One too many butter beers will do that…

Thank you for clarifying that football is soccer. I would’ve been totally lost without that. 🙄🤣

Here we have another well-articulated article by @Sammy, complete with nuance and introspection. This is not some superficial hot take. Thanks, Sammy. It’s articles like this that keep me coming back to Push Square and make me a proud member of the community.

I usually avoid guides and walkthroughs. If you do too, I’ll save you the time; go straight to the guide for these. It’s impossible without it.

When I was a kid I had no money and lots of time, so I would play the same games over and over. Now I have disposable income, so I buy lots of games, but don’t have time to play them. 😩

@NEStalgia

This was an enlightening comment. At least for me. Thanks!

FYI @Sammy, the “hands on impressions” link in the article does not appear to be working for me.

@Troubbble

I’m enjoying mine. You don't need a particularly stellar internet connection. I got it at launch and it was a bit laggy, but the lag has improved significantly after each update and it hasn’t ever been a problem for me in months.

I find it would be very useful for anyone who has to share the TV with family or roommates. It’s also been great for me with a new baby around because I can game through nap time, etc.

I hate that it doesn’t have a Bluetooth connection for audio. I spring for the PS Explore headphones, but that stung a bit since I already have a pair of AirPods Pro 2 that I really prefer to use.

Happy gaming!

@Americansamurai1

Time to go home and spend time with your family, soldier!

@Anti-Matter
What characters are you referring to?

@stephen

Can I smoke a hobbit pipe? Or did they leave that out for age ratings?

Looks great! Glad they are letting players dabble with both styles. I for one really appreciate the call back to the early games with Mirage this past year, but I can see the fun in wrecking with a samurai too.

I’m down to clown with Volvy.

@Kidfunkadelic83
It’s one of the best games I’ve ever played. You should definitely leave it in the drawer though. It’s scary. And difficult—especially for a panic-rolling, button mashing newb like me. 🤣

@Member_the_game
Nice. Well, I’m glad you didn’t scalp it even though you could have taken advantage of the demand.

Happy gaming!!

@MikeOrator
Good point. I think you cracked the plan!

@Member_the_game

Man you should’ve held out! I got it at launch and was regretting my purchase tbh. It stuttered, but also I forked out cash for the earbuds and they NEVER connected when (or where) I wanted them to. I stuck it out though and through updates everything is running very smoothly now.

I like to use mine to play chill games in bed, like Power Washer Pro, when I’m winding down. Also comes in handy on occasions when my wife wants to watch TV while I’d like to game. I’ll probably use it a bit more when I’m watching over my son later, but he’s just a couple months old now, so unless he’s sleeping it’s still all hands on deck. 😂

I can tell you are all very upset. Sorry. But I just came here to tell you try Wreckfest before it goes. It’s good, silly video game fun. And there’s no real story to get attached to. Just go smash some cars for a minute before it’s too late…

@rjejr
I can’t wait to sign up for PS Plus Extra Max Ultra!

I totally missed this great series so a current gen update for me would be sublime.

@lacerz

“…then I spent it all on capes.”
Hahaha

@OmegaStriver

Right there with you, buddy! I have bought up a ton of games when they go on sale, and they just sit on my backlog. The grass is always greener.

I will definitely buy this. I don’t need it. No time to play anything anymore. But I like to support small businesses like Sony.

@OmegaStriver

Huh. With your track record I’d think you’d definitely buy the new system haha jk. 😜

@NinjaNicky
Sorry dude. I actually had decent luck playing with randos in Helldivers. Usually starts with one person saying something to break the ice. Otherwise I keep myself muted too—I admit.

@J2theEzzo

lol. I was gonna make the same joke.

"Everything has been built from the ground up, which includes a complete graphical overhaul, new animations and mechanics for combat and parkour, and much more," writes Tom Henderson, adding it's also been rewritten and motion capture re-recorded.“

lol, yes. Thank you. Literally the dictionary definition of a remake. Anything short of that and it would be a remaster. These are not complicated vocabulary words to wrap your heads around. Glad they took a step back when they realized how poorly things were going.

I’m not sure if Helldivers 2 is the best game ever made. No, I wouldn’t say that. But it’s certainly taken the lion’s share of my attention. And deservedly so. Other than that I’ve been playing games that are easy to pause because I’ve got a newborn baby at home and practical logistics are a concern.

@Muttt

LOL. Even better then. Enjoy! And long live Super Earth!

@Muttt
My advice is to get the game. You won’t regret it. And if you do, you can say whatever mean things you want to me on this website.

Would love a new Astro, or gimme one of Sony’s narrative-driven single player games. I do NOT need it to stretch on forever. I’d be super happy with a ten hour game done well.

@GMaster7 and @Doctor_BK,
Hey I’m in the same club too! PS Portal is perfect for keeping an eye on my newborn anywhere in the house while still getting my game on!

@LikelySatan
Thanks, Satan! You always had the best advice for raising kids. 🤣

I pre-ordered South Park, because I have been a fan of the show forever. Nonetheless, I am (pleasantly) surprised it’s made its way to the top of the charts.

@Dragon83

You’ll get it soon! If you’re like me, you’ve got lots of good stuff in the backlog to keep you busy gaming. 💪

Can we have a little nonsense…please?