Games you are currently playing - Part 7

[The Head Crusher]

Currently playing Saints Row reboot.

6.5/10

while it has the Saints Row feel, it lacks that something special to put it over the top. I know some fans of he series has issues with the use of all new characters, but I didn’t mind them. I did have some issues with the driving controls, particularly the lack of effective brakes. Loved the LARP missions though.

 

[Dolemite]

I played Battlefield 2042 for an extended period since launch today.

Battlefield is in a REALLY good place now. This is the game that everyone wanted at launch. Plus you can create your own public/private servers and it stays up after you log off. I had a lot of fun with it.

Currently playing Saints Row reboot.

6.5/10

while it has the Saints Row feel, it lacks that something special to put it over the top. I know some fans of he series has issues with the use of all new characters, but I didn’t mind them. I did have some issues with the driving controls, particularly the lack of effective brakes. Loved the LARP missions though.

The LARP missions were some of the best written parts of the game. I had a girlfriend who did this kind of stuff and they nailed it. I just love that it’s just a smart ass attitude in the game across the board.

I loved the insurance fraud stuff but you’re right on the money about the cars. I don’t use them unless I have to.

These are my go to modes of transportation.

 

[SimGrindcore]

3 hours in Resident Evil 2 Remake. I have to say that it's not my favorite type of game. But I must admit that I love the atmosphere and it makes me feel like I'm watching Welcome to Racoon City for a second time.

Next game's gonna be Gardians of the Galaxy. I heard it's a nice game.

 

[No Fun Shogun]

Game Boy version of Tetris on the Switch.

I have problems.

 

[SolidSnakeUS]

Game Boy version of Tetris on the Switch.

I have problems.

I still have my GB versions of Tetris and my original GBs. I used to play the GB version of Tetris every day on my GBA SP for about 3 years. Got real f***ing good at it.

 

[No Fun Shogun]

I still have my GB versions of Tetris and my original GBs. I used to play the GB version of Tetris every day on my GBA SP for about 3 years. Got real f***ing good at it.

My geezer eyes can't handle the original game boy anymore. I do have one still in our basement to confuse my son when he's old enough to start playing himself.

 

[A1LeafNation]

Anyone getting Hogwarts Legacy today?

 

[SolidSnakeUS]

My geezer eyes can't handle the original game boy anymore. I do have one still in our basement to confuse my son when he's old enough to start playing himself.

I need to de-yellow the shit out of both of the ones I have (mine and my brother's). I've only ever gotten rid of 2 systems in my life. Traded in my GBC for a GBA SP and I gifted my PS4 (got the PS4 Pro) to my friend who didn't have one.

 

[The Merchant]

Anyone getting Hogwarts Legacy today?

Got it on Tuesday and have been having a great time with it. The devs really knocked it out of the park.

 

[A1LeafNation]

Got it on Tuesday and have been having a great time with it. The devs really knocked it out of the park.

Curious to know how you got it Tuesday.

 

[The Merchant]

Curious to know how you got it Tuesday.

The digital deluxe edition allowed for early access on top of some extra DLC (scummy business practice, I know).

 

[Jovavic]

Curious to know how you got it Tuesday.

Deluxe edition had 72 hours early access

 

[Ceremony]

Game Boy version of Tetris on the Switch.

I have problems.

Tetris Effect is available on the Switch. Play that. You won't regret it.

 

[A1LeafNation]

Just picked it up from my local gamestop. No need to pre-order I guess bc they had 10 or so left.

 

[Shareefruck]

Game Boy version of Tetris on the Switch.

I have problems.

It's a good version. Kind of a different game from the modern versions without the ability to hold pieces or adjust after contact.

 

[stan the caddy]

I was on the fence about a series x for a while and I finally pulled the trigger when I saw some clips from High on Life. Really a ton of fun to play.

 

[Tw1ster]

Got the girlfriend Hogwarts Legacy so I will let her play it before I give it a go.

For myself, just picked up Yakuza: Like a Dragon for real cheap. My first foray into the series and I’m loving it. Feels like a real video game in the sense that it’s arcadey and doesn’t take itself serious all of the time. Really enjoying it

 

[WildFan887]

NHL 23 and not liking it.

 

[flyersnorth]

Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire. Loving it!

Marvel's Midnight Suns. Only a few hours in, and it seems ok so far. Not great, not bad.

 

[Soldier13Fox]

Got the girlfriend Hogwarts Legacy so I will let her play it before I give it a go.

For myself, just picked up Yakuza: Like a Dragon for real cheap. My first foray into the series and I’m loving it. Feels like a real video game in the sense that it’s arcadey and doesn’t take itself serious all of the time. Really enjoying it

Yakuza: LAD is a super fun game. I'm anxiously waiting for the follow up.

 

[Andrei79]

Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire. Loving it!

Marvel's Midnight Suns. Only a few hours in, and it seems ok so far. Not great, not bad.

How does it compare to DOS2?

 

[flyersnorth]

How does it compare to DOS2?

Favourably, I’d say.

A few notable differences:

- Classes are a bit stricter in PoE2. By that I mean DOS2 is more about blending whichever abilities you want (pyromancy, aerothurge, etc) for your build, as long as you meet the base stat requirement (str, dex, etc). So the possibilities are endless in that system. PoE2 limits you to your class abilities. You can multi class but you lose access to the highest tier of abilities for each of your classes.

- I chose turn-based combat but you can also choose RTwP. I am really happy they added this feature.

- The medieval pirate theme is a nice change from the fantasy world of DOS2. I find the story more relatable.

- Combat is not as fun as DOS2 so far. I’m only in the first half of the game but I don’t find it is satisfying as the scorched battlefields after an epic fight in DOS2! Maybe it’s better in RTwP?

In a nutshell, though, it’s near the top of the list of best CRPGs.

Like I’m sure Wrath of the Righteous is! I swear I’ll get to it eventually!

 

[Frankie Spankie]

Oh, Pillars of Eternity 2 has Turn Based Combat? I can't get used to RTwP in the first one and never finished it as a result. I remember enjoying the world and story. I might have to give PoE2 a shot if there's turn based combat.

 

[Tw1ster]

Yakuza: LAD is a super fun game. I'm anxiously waiting for the follow up.

I’m loving it so far. Right now I’m living the hobo life. This is what video games are supposed to be. It’s a blast

 

[Jovavic]

I’m loving it so far. Right now I’m living the hobo life. This is what video games are supposed to be. It’s a blast

I've beaten it twice, top 3 game of the gen for me