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I agree that not all first party games need to be state-of-the arts hundreds of millions budgeted games. I missed games like Heavy rain, Detroit, Until Dawn, Heavenly Sword etc, all of which are excellent with low budgets. Ray tracing, detailed grass are overrated and blown out of proportion by PC players. Reducing those extra would also help with frame rates even though that is not important for some games.

Origami makes me remember Heavy Rain. I want more games like this- Heavy Rain and Detriot becomes Human for me are unforgettable experiences. Story trumps everything.

Do you think it is related to the fact that Capcom develops all of their games in Japan? The west game development is mostly in trouble. Japanese people work so hard for a relatively low salary while due to cost of living and other multiple factors, game development cost, I think, is much higher in the west?

I always expect something like this could happen. There is no win for Microsoft here, whatever they choose. Last year they shift the blame on Sony and blind fanboys just take it but no excuse this year. A year old COD value has come down a lot as Sony usually gave out for free many times. But the new COD, no matter how bad the reviews are, always make loads of money. Will Microsoft break their promise (like they always do) and don't put it on GP day1? Or they keep their promise and eat their mega revenue loss? We shall see. Yes Playstation mostly contribute to the sale of COD but giving out the game free on whatever platform changes people's perceptions of that game's value, based on previous day 1 released games.

I used it, which is very convenient. Yes, there is YouTube, but pulling out the phone, typing and searching for the exact segment, and fast forwarding takes much more longer. Just because you don't use does not mean others don't. FFS, I can't believe those haters loitering around on the topics they said they have no interest in at all.

@__jamiie Ironically, no one says it is a great move after > 20 comments here. Stop your groundless fanboy accusations. It is also very different from gaming acquisition.

@Toot1st FTC will probably review it but will approve it given that Disney buying Fox was a much bigger merger.

Paramount don't have a lot of money making franchise. Shame, the movie industry has been all about superheroes for over a decade. After COVID, only blockbusters make money, even that is no longer a given. But it would give an option for Sony to do a streaming service, as I feel none of them can do a proper streaming separately.

Xbox is basically gamepass and publisher now. Their consoles are doing even worse than previous gen despite the much cheaper Xbox S option and the notoriety associated with xbox one. Personally, I could not care less about their games release, owned Xbox series S for about a year but I don't finish a single game.

@Uncharted2007 Hence, I feel the price rise to 70 is justifiable. Gone are the days of late 90s and early 2000s when sequels came almost yearly. No matter what people say, I enjoyed all RE2, 3 and code veronica, although they came really close to each other. Gamers' expectation has unrealistically risen. Even this website marked down excellent Spider-Man 2 and RotR for similarity to predecessor or other games.
I agree with RE 5 and 6. I wish they remastered them. Had a blast with the co-op run. I like them a lot, although some really hate them.

I hope it is not first person view or at least there is 3rd person view option.

This won't sell as well as HD2. While I like HD2, EDF is a better game with much more depth and fun.

Game based movies and series are doing very well lately. If you havent watched, also try twisted metal. Ot os quite an underrated show.

Glad it scores high. Another high mark for PS exclusive. But it's cons are similar to rise of the ronin which only scores 6 by you. Why?

How long it takes to finish the game?

Say what you will. FF16 is an excellent game for me. Great story and combat. And excellent music and literally ground breaking Eikon battles. I would choose this kind of combat 100 times over turn-based.

Pushsqaure really wants this game to fail. Do you really need to include 'Don't get us wrong, it's nothing amazing?'

I live in the UK. A lot wrong in the UK and it is beyond the scope of this article. But I don't think it is just because of to Brexit. It is just easier to point out the elephant in the room. Ukraine war does have impact on the whole Europe. And there is shortage of burse

@NEStalgia Haven’t read all yet but the first point. It is not just the haters, it is the media who tries to cater them. I have seen media give out very low score to such games like Suicide squad 3, 4 and haters engage a lot in such posts and on social media. Suicide squad - I only played demo so far and watched a few videos. In no way it is 3 or 4 low game. Just giving one example. And most don’t even review games like my hero academia or foamstars. It seems people and media starts talking about but is going to be very bad as soon as the game is gaas and not even see or try the game yet.

I think most live service games failed partly due to haters. They just don’t hate and forget them, they talk about it with almost every breath they take. They start hating with passion as soon as they heard the word. Unfortunately as they are the most vocal ones, it did have a big impact on such games.The thing is live service games such as Multiverse, Foamstars, My Hero academia are free and have a very solid foundation but haters just keep badmouthing without even giving a go. Heck even Gotham Knights and Suicide squad gameplays are good. And haters celebrate like there is no tomorrow once these games fail. The thing is you can play these games and have fun without spending a dime on MTX.

Harsh review. Outdated? Open world can't be much more different. Most reviews gave 7 and above.

@Professor_Niggle I am living in a temporary accommodation, and I don't know if it is because its internet connection is slow. Mobile hotspots can't connect either.

I just bought helldivers. It said can't establish netwrok connection. I thought the server issue is now fixed?

I would definitely buy it when it is released. Could easily trade in with the current one.

Truly a legend! A great loss for manga, anime and even for video games.

@LifeGirl I think part of the problem is those games. Most casual gamers are staying there and not playing new games. For example, those who play Suicide Squad, Prince of Persia, and Foamstars etc are enjoying. But they aren't selling well. Services like Gamepass, Psplus also make gamers wait games for free.

Don't be fooled by haters (who start hating on the sound of live service games). Yes most live service games stink, but this one is quite a fun game. Yes, some cosmetics are expensive, but season pass is cheap, and you don't need to buy anything to enjoy the game. Definitely recommended.

Wish it was a third person view. First person view with Parkour is a bad combo.

Yes all media talk about it and that's how Palworld also became very successful overnight. Shame no media reviews or talking about Foamsters, which is also a great game.

Port begging. Unlike Xbox, PlayStation can't be played on most of the screens; hence, needs to have exclusives to tie customers down to their system.

Phil is a serial liar. Don't be surprised if all Xbox games will be released on other platforms. He is always like that—beating around the bush, backtracking, etc.

I will buy this after I play enough Foamstars. By the way, where is the review for Foamstar? It is actually a well made game with fun gameplay. Shame it doesn't get enough attention.

The trailer is epic. Need to buy this just to support the developer. I hope they remake FFX in the same vein. Hope to play the blitz ball in all of its glory.

The production vaule is higher than FF16. I thoroughly enjoyed FF16 including its action combat. But side quests can be made better, and its world is nothing compared to FF7R.

@Shushibda he always lies if you didn’t know it by now.

As a PlayStation gamer, I don’t want this. Microsoft m m at 3rd place is better. I can see they will sell GP on PlayStation with this and as mentioned by others, they will try to purchase more big third parties.

Still won't play it. GP model only works for live-service MP title. No surprise, they want to release these single-player titles on rival platform with a larger installed base.

Played sleds than an hour on gamepass. Not for me, hate rhythm game.

Quite packed up first quarter with one great game after another.

People should play EDF rather than this beautiful but shallow gacha game.

I think the news would be Sony bought Square Enix?

Painful to see Arkham hero like this but there is a reason why suicide squad starred in this. Out of justice league, Superman and the flash can’t have a proper game due to their powers. Batman, Wonder Woman, Cyborg, and maybe green lantern can make though. Personally I think they should just make injustice story as a game (not as MK)

Definitely a buy for me. This game is seriously underestimated. It is quite a fun game with a lot of replay value. It also has good story behind those funny dialogues. Spent a lot of time on EDF 5. Although I main ranger, the feel of phenomenal explosion via air raider can’t be compared with any.

Just wish it isn't a trun-based. Why can't they do like old Yakuza or judgment games?

I hope Sony also focus on smaller games. Gone are the days of PS2 era of small odd games, som eof which are gems. Sony should also remake its old IPs such as Syphon Filter. Replaying that or other classic titles on PS Premium, I can't stand it, despite growing up with them.
@Pushsquare, can you pool how many people are playing those classic titles? The vocals were so loud for BC blah blah. But I feel the Sony boss said the truth—only a minority ever touches them. Don't even bring up what the MS boss said, I know that, but he was always dodgy and not truthful. That said some retro NES/ super NES games are still enjoyable.

Embracer got The Lord of the Rings rights cheaply, though. I wonder why bigger companies didn't snatch it. I think it also includes movie rights. I understand that making this IP game or movie can be quite expensive; it is still a big IP.

I love the game a lot but feel a bit long. Like some others, I would like it better if not for a certain character's death, which I think is quite brutal. But I salute ND for being bold rather than choosing safe options. The problem was the first game was so well received for its twist, that ND felt they had to do something shocking. Still the ending was very beautiful for me. I have already upgraded and will play it again.

I m interested in this game for some dumb fun. Then again in other news, foamstars come in as free ps plus game in Feb. That one is pretty fun too.