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I will say, for me, as someone stateside I have no interest in a purchase of this magnitude at the moment. While $700 would hardly make a dent in my overall wealth, if you can call it that, I'm finding things to be a little too unpredictable and volatile at this time so I'm securely in savings mode at the moment. I imagine I'm not the only one with this mentality. I think many businesses should be bracing for a move in this direction but maybe it's just me.

So so many things to like about this game but ultimately gave up on it after dying to 2nd boss. Frustratingly I'd been having a fairly good run when I came upon a body with the option to "avenge" their death. I was not ready for the monstrosity that mopped the floor with me by hitting yes. Barely survived, too depleted by the time I reached the boss and so basically had no chance. Stuff like that was just too punishing and disheartening for me.

While this seems like something he's pretty much obligated to say (maybe even contractually as some have suggested) but the first season was really, really good. I don't care much for the games so maybe that distance allows me to enjoy the series without much scrutiny but whatever the case may be, looking forward to season 2 with or without Goggins' endorsement.

Kinda glad I never got into GTA 5 enough to associate Ogg with it. He's got such an intense presence on screen, so I understand the type casting, but he really is better than just a video game character.

Problem is there's almost no downside to hiking price at launch, catching as many consumers at that price point as possible, then running occasional discounts at closer to current typical base price. Plenty will buy at $100 and the ones who won't will wait but either way, it'll sell.

@Nepp67 some of the cutscenes, from what I recall, were annoyingly long. And the problem is, if there is a story, I feel obligated to try to follow it. Just a weird quirk of mine though. As is my preference for a story-less Doom, outside of 'demons invade, marine fights back'

@Llamageddon well I read that part, but that seemed to be in regards to the actual combat, whereas the platforming was always in between the combat sections. But we'll see.

@Nepp67 I guess I care.

Don't care the slightest about this game but like, what's wrong with the fandom guessing?

Kinda hated Eternal so I don't know what to think but I'm optimistic. It looks rather cool and could be a step into a more Doom-like direction but we'll see.

Statements like "you're supposed to go toe to toe with the medieval demons in the game rather than strafe around them" do concern me a little because imo, you could mostly approach old-Doom in different ways and new-doom seems intent on forcing me to play aggressive.

Also not understanding what the glory kill overhaul means in a practical respect. So we're not locked into (annoying) animations but the glory kills are still there somehow? how?

And here we are with more talk of "narrative." sigh. It's Doom. No narrative needed. But I'm sure we'll get a story absurdly convoluted for absolutely no reason.

But the deal killer will be the inclusion of excessive platforming. If it's even anywhere near Eternal in this regard I'm out.

@burgerkingsauce true person of culture right here. love the profile pic.

on topic though, I don't buy games new anymore. and GTA has been overrated for awhile now anyway. so that's a no from me.

I don't know if it's a failure but it could be better. And Sony needn't act like they have no control over turning it around.

@Dan12836666 I've been stubbornly waiting on it to hit plus ever since they did the same with the first one.

Actually quite shocked we left the comments open on this one. Perhaps my mates across the pond aren't privy to just how politically charged this topic is here in the states.

@3Above It's generational I suspect. Us old heads are yelling at these kids and their live service like it's some new strain of rock n roll we don't quite understand and meanwhile the youngins, with their more flexible minds and superior reaction times, are having a blast playing games that constantly evolve.

If I'm being honest, I love my single player games but I envy these kids coming up. I'd have ate this GaaS stuff up.

Black is amazing. I'm awestruck. Just... words escape me. Sony continues to defy expectations with innovations like these.

@koffing never did the math but concluded long ago it had to be negligible. pretty much why I just always put it in rest mode. I already know my footprint is pretty small so let this one quality of life thing slide.

As this is really the only way to experience being inside this world in VR on console I feel I'm basically obligated to get it so it's good to know it's not a complete let down. The trailers didn't exactly blow me away so I was a little worried how it would actually play. Still I might wait for a sale on this one. And a few patches along the way.

Eh, if it were something that already existed in the game and it really wasn't hurting anyone, seems silly to take the time to develop a means of censorship. Mind you, this type of stuff isn't my cup of tea but I've never understood these games with overly sexualized characters where the devs turnaround and make you seem like the perv. Bro it's your game.

@TruestoryYep it's simply a matter of degrees. BL2 was obnoxious but BL3 was a great deal more obnoxious. Also, 2 had other story beats going for it, whereas I couldn't tell you what the plot was in 3. There were some twins I think.

Weird that a fairly run of the mill teaser could be at all polarizing but oh well I guess. I will say, I never found Mario attractive so I'm not sure where this requirement came about.

In any case I never got into Crash or Jak and Dexter, likewise I do not understand the appeal of the Uncharted games but then there's The Last of Us which I love... like a lot. So it's hard to say based on Naughty Dog's past output. Additionally it's such a short teaser, who could say. The space setting isn't too appealing but I'd have said the same about a post apocalyptic zombie setting as well.

Nothing wrong with recognizing and awarding people for the work they do. That's cool and all but I've never really found this to be particularly entertaining, regardless of what industry is featured. Also something about an awards show funded by one guy feels a little off, even if it seemingly has the blessing of all involved.

Mildly curious on this one. Does it already have a listed price?

Those last 3 reviews don't inspire much confidence. Sounds like a game you buy deeply discounted just so you can knock out the main story once and never touch it again. Personally don't feel Machine Games was the developer to go to on this but it is what it is.

@Matroska there's been some level of customization for almost 20 years. That's the entire time span some people have been gaming. So yes, the PS1 and PS2 were static in this regard but I think we all felt like improvements were being made without sacrificing the simplicity but now it's like Sony just up and did a 180. Sure we could all get PCs... or Sony could continue it's not too recent trend of letting people customize their equipment.

As in this case they already put in the time to develop the themes, just leave them as an option. Makes no sense.

@NintenGuy things get blocked all the time on twitter. it's just the stuff that gets blocked is different than it used to be. For better or worse.

that said, i don't see what's wrong with moderation as long as it strives for fairness in application and doesn't change at any one person's whims.

additionally i've enjoyed bluesky thus far but it's just lacking in its user base at the moment. it's growing but it's no hey day Twitter, yet.

Pointless if not permanent.

@get2sammyb Ah okay, guess you do. Didn't see one on this article so assumed it didn't exist.

Also am I crazy or at some point weren't TV related posts and movie related posts and stuff just slightly outside of strict gaming territory, didn't they have a different color theme? Did I dream that?

@get2sammyb is there so little video game related music news that there isn't even a music tag?

@twitchtvpat yeah I hear you but I wasn't so much directing this at the article or number of articles. It's more about this being the only dead horse Naughty Dog has to flog at this point. Reporting on it is fine. It's just, every time I turn around there's a new definitive way to play this game. It's kinda silly.

Lost track of how many times I've played through this game (and part 1) but man, I could go awhile without hearing about a new edition. I really could.

Additionally, as a huge fan, what a kick in teeth to be told I didn't go on an emotional journey because apparently one can't enjoy this game's story on account of a fps deficit or something. Like bruh. Cool, hawk your new console but don't insult me geez.

1TB WD SSD w/heat sink is $89 on Amazon rn. Didn't think I saw that on the list.

Pretty typical behavior courting the potential customers over the ones you already have but the randomness is a little strange.

Also, so they completely did away with redeeming gift cards in the Stars program? I may have to go back to physical. Sigh.

Still hoping Baldur's Gate 3 goes on sale. Failing that I guess I'd go for Diablo 4. Don't need much else. Another controller would be nice but I can get those wholesale if they ever come back in stock.

@Marquez lol sure thing bro.

@nessisonett well I guess it could do it... it just didn't until now. why does that seem worse.

@Loamy oof, I know what you mean and all but I can see your comment not going over well with everyone. Just saying.

But yeah that's kinda what put me off from the game... the story and characters were fairly corny. I should really give it more of a chance though.

@ATaco but at $160 a year? that's kinda depressing for a budget handheld.

@Marquez you just use it as normal and other person logs in with a different controller. my wife and I play nba2k together this way. so you're still using wifi but as it's all the same network it's far snappier and more responsive than any place I've tried outside my house.

hopefully that made sense.

Not on premium and don't plan to upgrade. In fact I'll probably drop Extra at the end of my current subscription.

Anyway, for me the portal has been a bit of a let down. Could be I'm too rural for this to be a viable device outside of the home. As for the most part, it works almost exclusively as a second controller now. I can't imagine my experience streaming games from a cloud would be much better.

If we're talking graphics, it all depends on art direction for me. If you're going for realism, yes I want expensive looking graphics. But realism isn't a requirement at all.

If we're talking game length, I prefer longer games for the most part but it can depend on the gaming experience provided.

Mechanics and gameplay are probably the most important though. I don't know if they need to be big budget (whatever that means in this context) but they need to be quality.

You had me at Psylocke. Though honestly not big on these types of games but maybe I'll give it a try. If they add Elektra I won't have a choice lol.

@GreatAuk I kinda love all of these lol.

@BintendoMan @Bluemoon2008 @Korgon @colonelkilgore

Hear, hear! Give all these their own category. Best DLC, Best In-Game Season, and given the proliferation of remasters/remakes, hand them their own award as well.

@Ralizah I know you know we're both kinda joking around but I will say with all seriousness, there's a difference between the people actually struggling to buy eggs and those just complaining about it. The latter would still buy a Pro. Or a new Crewmax pickup whilst simultaneously making out like gas prices are literally killing them.

So my comment was more directed at the overly dramatic folks in our great country very much acting like they have one foot in the bread line which is (part of) why we are where we are.

But that's really another conversation.

Remasters, okay but DLC and seasons? Idk, that just seems off. Definitely reflects these changing times I suppose.

That is odd considering all the complaining about barely being able to afford eggs and all.

I do wonder if the 5 Pro is lacking some of the hesitance that existed with the first mid gen refresh. Kinda seemed like a lot of people weren't sure about that in the console space first time around but perhaps have warmed up to it now.

@AaronBayne Appreciate the thorough and honest review. Think the following was a good summation for anyone looking for a TLDR version...

"at the end of the day we'd still rather be playing on the Pro than not, because while the difference can be minimal there is still a difference."

Meh, I don't see it but that's just me. I imagine more of a Naomi Scott type when I picture live action Lara. Never liked Jolie in the role, thought Vikander was better suited.

@Golem25 it's possible it didn't debut lower because it is more of a thing than you're seeing. I mean, is it star wars or marvel? No. But what is. People keep comparing it to half century old IPs and I'm not sure why.