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OT: The All-Purpose Video Game Thread: Part II

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Edge said:
I have both and have leaned heavier on the XB1 personally. Now, having said that, some context is required.

I was a PS1 and PS2 guy and did not own a Microsoft console until the Xbox 360 (last generation).

However, I ended with a lot of games last generation that I particularly enjoyed. I also went back and purchased several original Xbox games to play. I didn't have a particular desire to get a PS3, because there wasn't much on there I felt I was missing.

This generation I started with an XB1, and added a PS4 significantly later. The latter has allowed me to carry over many games that I still enjoy playing, while also enabling me to play the latest entries in a number of series. In a weird way I like being able to play multiple games of a series on a single console.

I added a PS4 because there were a number of exclusives I wanted to play, and because there were some older PS2 games that I was able to play as well.

I tend to enjoy Microsoft's overall game library better, but Sony has the edge on exclusives for this generation.

I will also say that I will likely go with the two console approach for the next generation, assuming Sony matches Microsoft's commitment to backwards compatibility. For me, that's a big selling point.
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Agreed, going with both is my real answer (and also agree that Sony better frickin' do backwards compatibility next generation).

I understand that this is not an option for everyone.... I hope this doesn't sound condescending, maybe it does..... but as a fully employed person, even with two kids in diapers, a wife, a car payment, and a mortgage, I can swing the expense of having both consoles. Especially at this late stage where you can get them for $200-$300 instead of release prices of $500-$600.
 
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I picked up a game called Jade Empire for a few bucks during the Steam sale.

It's really fun. Combat is dated and a bit frustrating, but overall the game keeps you engaged and coming back for more.

It plays a little like a KotOR mod, if you're familiar with that game.
 
It takes actual WORK to get good at the combat in that game. lol

Enemies attack you from every side and you can only lock on one at a time. Thank God they gave you a Hulk smash power.
 
So I played Silent Hill (2 to be exact) and the game exceeds the hype

Unbelievable experience

Shitty controls but honestly who cares? That’s barely relevant to the experience
 
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McCartney said:
So I played Silent Hill (2 to be exact) and the game exceeds the hype

Unbelievable experience

****ty controls but honestly who cares? That’s barely relevant to the experience
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I've always been interested in the Silent Hill series. Is it best to start with the first one and play them in order?

I don't even know if the earlier ones are available.
 
Just got finished playing Hollow Knight and what a game. It's a metroid style game which I'm a sucker for and holy shit it was hard lol. But it's a very polished game which is unfortunately becoming more and more rare these days.
 
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saluki said:
I've always been interested in the Silent Hill series. Is it best to start with the first one and play them in order?

I don't even know if the earlier ones are available.
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The 2nd one is basically stand alone, you can play it without playing any of the other ones. I recommend you do ASAP, it’s more than just a video game, it’s an experience. It’s different from the rest of the series as a whole, it’s on a much higher level than any of the others IMO.

It’s recommended you play 1 before 3, but you can probably manage with just 3 perfectly fine. The only way to really play the first one is to get the original copy on PS1. It’s more expensive than a typical PS1 game, it’s around 45 dollars

PS Now has the HD collection which has 2 and 3. That’s probably the most convenient way to play 2/3.
 
Can anyone explain to me how Pionk is apart of the metro all star team for the nhl 2020 beta? I almost deleted it after having to play with him.
 
Anyone else playing Fire Emblem Three Houses? About 13 hours in and I am loving it so far. Might be one of my favorite game in the series so far just behind Awakening and FE4
 
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Anyone else playing Fire Emblem Three Houses? About 13 hours in and I am loving it so far. Might be one of my favorite game in the series so far just behind Awakening and FE4
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Haven't played it, but been watching one of my favorite streamers play it on Twitch the last two days and it looks SO GOOD.

One day, I'll get a Switch and play it.
 
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so i just bought the Resident Evil 2 remake and decided foolishly to start on Hardcore mode.

The zombies are basically invincible. takes like 9 headshots. Can’t even make it out of the gast station :laugh:

The game looks INCREDIBLE. Might be the nicest looking game I’ve ever played.
 
McCartney said:
so i just bought the Resident Evil 2 remake and decided foolishly to start on Hardcore mode.

The zombies are basically invincible. takes like 9 headshots. Can’t even make it out of the gast station :laugh:

The game looks INCREDIBLE. Might be the nicest looking game I’ve ever played.
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I played through it on normal or whatever it starts on to get my bearings and then when I played on Hardcore, like 90% of my shooting was to stun and run past zombies.

And I definitely agree it looks incredible, and I hope that it can be a template for any company trying to do a remake of a classic game. Keep the story beats, keep the tone, but change things to keep it feeling fresh
 
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I played through it on normal or whatever it starts on to get my bearings and then when I played on Hardcore, like 90% of my shooting was to stun and run past zombies.

And I definitely agree it looks incredible, and I hope that it can be a template for any company trying to do a remake of a classic game. Keep the story beats, keep the tone, but change things to keep it feeling fresh
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Dudeee imagine Silent Hill 2 with those graphics and control overhauls

It would be the greatest thing of all time
 
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Do you want ants said:
Can anyone explain to me how Pionk is apart of the metro all star team for the nhl 2020 beta? I almost deleted it after having to play with him.
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It’s ****ing EA.. Are you honestly surprised? The head of their NHL development team doesn’t care.

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Anyone going to Comic Con this year in Oct? Curious what games companies will be there. Last year they had a big Capcom area with the launch of Mega Man 11.
 
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