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MadGamer 11-11-2013 21:23

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Originally Posted by Matt D (Post 35643798)
Yep, but not at launch.

It's cool that they will be adding it eventually though

Bulky 11-11-2013 21:40

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Originally Posted by adzii_nufc (Post 35643816)
Just to confirm what I'd earlier assumed.

FIFA 14 on current gen and FIFA 14 on Next-Gen have no visual differences, only gameplay (Ignite Engine is exclusive to NG consoles)

So rather than people throwing fits on release day, there it is. Why they haven't taken the opportunity to up the textures is anyone's guess. Madden is also in the same boat.

EA Sports in a nutshell though, they wont be budging anytime soon. Activision didn't do it with COD and that was a current and NG release. Anyone's guess.

That's what happens when they rush an unfinished broken game out every year, every year I think they'll do something different , every year I'm disappointed ...

adzii_nufc 11-11-2013 21:44

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Originally Posted by Bulky (Post 35643850)
That's what happens when they rush an unfinished broken game out every year, every year I think they'll do something different , every year I'm disappointed ...

You're not alone. You're always left with no choice other to buy it or miss out playing with mates too.

SnoopZ 11-11-2013 22:31

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I would like to go digital only but if it costs £10 more than the disk version then i don't think it is worth it as they're currently so expensive.

I do wish they would let us know the UK digital prices this week before my disk versions get despatched though so i can make a decision based on price!

adzii_nufc 11-11-2013 23:09

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The current 360 dash has a little tab at the bottom that says £10 free Xbox credit.

I threw my controller after entering. :dozey:

SnoopZ 12-11-2013 10:23

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Here is a list of launch game install sizes so not as bad as what i originally thought, however i am unsure whether digital/disk versions take up different space. I am now left wondering whether to cancel my disk based versions of BF4 and AC4 with the hope of being able to download them at a reasonable price and speed on launch day!

Source: neogaf

Assassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag - 20GB
Battlefield 4 - 33GB
Call of Duty: Ghosts - 39GB
Crimson Dragon
Dead Rising 3 - 19GB
FIFA 14 - 8GB
Fighter Within - 9.2GB
Forza Motorsport 5 - 31GB
Just Dance 2014 - 22GB
Killer Instinct - 2.4GB (Source) // 3.4GB for full install, can play after downloading 2.4GB
Lego Marvel Super Heroes
Lococycle - 13GB
Madden NFL 25 - 12GB
NBA 2K14 - 43GB
NBA Live 14 - 9GB
Need for Speed: Rivals
Powerstar Golf - 3.9GB
Ryse: Son of Rome - 34GB
Skylanders: Swap Force - 15GB
Xbox Fitness - 246MB
Zoo Tycoon - 2.6GB
Zumba: World Party - 24GB

nstokes 12-11-2013 10:32

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Here is how much disk space would be used if you installed 19 of the 21 launch games

https://www.cableforum.co.uk/images/...2013/11/26.jpg

http://imgur.com/KlZ9t0V

SnoopZ 12-11-2013 10:37

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I really don't know what to do now, how many of you guys are going digital ONLY, and are you buying a few disk based games for launch or taking the risk and waiting for the digital versions on the store to show up and download?

nstokes 12-11-2013 10:52

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Originally Posted by SnoopZ (Post 35644058)
I really don't know what to do now, how many of you guys are going digital ONLY, and are you buying a few disk based games for launch or taking the risk and waiting for the digital versions on the store to show up and download?

What ive decided to do is, on launch date look at the prices and if its nor too bad then go digital only, if how ever the games are alot more expensive then i will go into town later on that day and get them on disks and wait till they have down in price and get the digital version and then trade in the disk version.

What im also going to do is download KI while i wait for other games to download that why i can play something while waiting for Fifa 14 and Forza to download. My mate is doing the same so we can play KI together while chatting on Skype while we wait for games to download.

SnoopZ 12-11-2013 11:09

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i may do the same thing as my console comes with Forza 5, just seeing if i can cancel my Amazon orders easily now.

With Battlefield 4 it says you get the China Rising multiplayer pack free, so i am now wondering if that is missing from the digital downloads or disk versions i get at a later date in the shop?

Tesco are also selling AC4 for £55 when i get it for £49 on Amazon.

Edit

Just cancelled AC4 i will keep BF4 seeing it comes with free DLC and i can keep that in the drive.

colin25 12-11-2013 12:55

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Anyone know if they are doing trade in deals. i have a PS3 and 360 i would happily trade-in for a saving

Martin_D 12-11-2013 16:34

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Not long now :)

Attachment 25066

adzii_nufc 12-11-2013 16:45

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Free Xbox One. My parents bought it for Xmas and they're bringing it round next week. They've said it's a D1 Edition w/ Forza

Likely just going to leave it in the box until UFC by EA. (Huge UFC fan)
Could play Forza but I'd miss my Forza 4 billion credits :(

Selling it isn't an option as that's rude imo. Plus I'd really like to play EA UFC. Then knowing my luck they'd announce a new Gears game as I flogged it. Why buy/keep a console for one game? I don't know, You're talking to the guy that bought the PS3 for The Getaway 3, look how that turned out. Boxing games tend to be console only so there's another plus.

nstokes 12-11-2013 17:29

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Just found out that Forza 5 Day One edition is only available via Game. I wonder if Day One will be on Xbox Game Store

Martin_D 12-11-2013 17:32

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Originally Posted by nstokes (Post 35644284)
Just found out that Forza 5 Day One edition is only available via Game. I wonder if Day One will be on Xbox Game Store

it's available at all retailers http://www.shopto.net/video%20games/...on-inc-forza-5 &

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Xbox-One-Con...ay+One+Edition

Bulky 12-11-2013 17:59

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Originally Posted by adzii_nufc (Post 35644268)
Free Xbox One. My parents bought it for Xmas and they're bringing it round next week. They've said it's a D1 Edition w/ Forza

Likely just going to leave it in the box until UFC by EA. (Huge UFC fan)
Could play Forza but I'd miss my Forza 4 billion credits :(

Selling it isn't an option as that's rude imo. Plus I'd really like to play EA UFC. Then knowing my luck they'd announce a new Gears game as I flogged it. Why buy/keep a console for one game? I don't know, You're talking to the guy that bought the PS3 for The Getaway 3, look how that turned out. Boxing games tend to be console only so there's another plus.

That old chestnut ;) , lol , you just couldn't resist could you :) , I also wish we were looking at a new gears game though , still play gears 3 from time to time , gears judgement was pretty terrible , take the series and just make a 'best of ' multiplayer !!!!!!!!.

adzii_nufc 12-11-2013 18:22

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Originally Posted by Bulky (Post 35644308)
That old chestnut ;) , lol , you just couldn't resist could you :) , I also wish we were looking at a new gears game though , still play gears 3 from time to time , gears judgement was pretty terrible , take the series and just make a 'best of ' multiplayer !!!!!!!!.

I still played through Judgement. I wish they'd go from Gears 3 though. Halo 5 could be something.

nstokes 12-11-2013 18:58

I am at Game waiting for the lock in and have been advised by them that they will be selling the DD verisons of games but dont know if they will be cheaper than disk ones

SnoopZ 12-11-2013 19:21

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Originally Posted by nstokes (Post 35644336)
I am at Game waiting for the lock in and have been advised by them that they will be selling the DD verisons of games but dont know if they will be cheaper than disk ones

Forza day one is all retailers, I got mine from tesco.

Bulky 12-11-2013 21:55

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Snap feature demo

http://youtu.be/MWs38KL3C4E

SnoopZ 12-11-2013 22:30

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All looking awesome in my opinion. :)

Tezcatlipoca 12-11-2013 22:36

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Originally Posted by adzii_nufc (Post 35644268)
Free Xbox One. My parents bought it for Xmas and they're bringing it round next week. They've said it's a D1 Edition w/ Forza

Likely just going to leave it in the box until UFC by EA. (Huge UFC fan)
Could play Forza but I'd miss my Forza 4 billion credits :(

Selling it isn't an option as that's rude imo. Plus I'd really like to play EA UFC. Then knowing my luck they'd announce a new Gears game as I flogged it. Why buy/keep a console for one game? I don't know, You're talking to the guy that bought the PS3 for The Getaway 3, look how that turned out. Boxing games tend to be console only so there's another plus.

Have you looked to see what you'd get in Forza 5 via the rewards?

http://www.gamespot.com/articles/mic.../1100-6413860/

https://rewards.forzamotorsport.net/en-us

adzii_nufc 12-11-2013 22:58

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Doesn't quite make up my Forza 3/4 Garage worth over 1bn and my 500,000,000 credits left over :(

Reminds me, if anyone needs a Forza 4 car, add me.

nstokes 12-11-2013 23:10

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Originally Posted by SnoopZ (Post 35644340)
Forza day one is all retailers, I got mine from tesco.

Hmmm. Thats what i thought to start off with but Amazon are not promoting this and the reviews i have read on their suggest otherwise. While i was at the lock in other people also said it was Game and MS exclusive.

Anyway just got back from the lock in and i really cant wait to get the console. I played on Forza 5, DR3, Ryse and Fifa 14. I like the control pad, i like the new impulse triggers while playing Forza.

Got a few pics of the console and the games being played. Oh and even got a tweet from Game with me in a pic as well as them retweeting me.

Stephen 12-11-2013 23:18

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How did the games look in the flesh? Loading times? were they disc or DL copies?

SnoopZ 12-11-2013 23:24

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Some more good news for the X1.

We all know Ghosts runs at 1080p on PS4 and only 720p upscaled on the X1, however the PS4 suffers from frame drops while the X1 stays at a constant 60fps and here are some comparison shots between the versions, in my opinion they look very similar but just like BF4 the textures seem better on the X1.

The game still looks crap though compared to BF4.

http://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/11...entry596096625

Tezcatlipoca 12-11-2013 23:30

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Depends what you want.

The SP on Ghosts is meant to be a lot better than BF4's (as with previous versions of each), while the MP on BF4 is meant to be a lot better than Ghosts' (also as with previous versions of each).

SnoopZ 12-11-2013 23:52

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Multiplayer for me on BF4. :)

What is your opinion on the texture quality on the X1 do you think it looks better on both those games?

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http://www.polygon.com/2013/11/5/505...-ghosts-review

nstokes 13-11-2013 05:11

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Originally Posted by Stephen:35644403
How did the games look in the flesh? Loading times? were they disc or DL copies?

Forza looked amazing. Dead Rising looked ok but imo not special but im a not a fan of the game. Ryse looked good and will take time to learn for me. It was a dev kit and games were only demos.

Found some sad news thou

Well this is abit annoying as i have 3D Blu Rays

http://tinyurl.com/oe5uca5

SnoopZ 13-11-2013 10:04

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I am surprised it was a dev kit so close to launch, glad you enjoyed it though. :)

nstokes 13-11-2013 11:53

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9 long days to go.

Who will be watching this? It will be shown at 4am GMT

http://news.xbox.com/2013/11/xbox-one-launch-invitation

SnoopZ 13-11-2013 12:06

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4am! it is bad enough getting up for work at 5am that day so i think i will watch it when i get home at 1.30pm. I would love Tesco to deliver Friday afternoon but i expect a Saturday delivery as the order is saying where i will be sitting on the edge of my seat listening for a delivery lorry running to the kitchen to look out side every 10mins and swearing as time passes with no delivery! lol

nstokes 13-11-2013 12:11

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Originally Posted by SnoopZ (Post 35644583)
4am! it is bad enough getting up for work at 5am that day so i think i will watch it when i get home at 1.30pm. I would love Tesco to deliver Friday afternoon but i expect a Saturday delivery as the order is saying where i will be sitting on the edge of my seat listening for a delivery lorry running to the kitchen to look out side every 10mins and swearing as time passes with no delivery! lol

I am tempted to get up and watch it. It only happens once every 8-10 years or so.

I will be the same with the DPD delivery driver. Ill be looking outside the window every few mins to see if its here. Ill be up early so i have my breakfast before the delivery so when it arrives i can set it up and play striaght away.

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Has anyone else ordered from Game and if so did you also get an email about payment being taken early and if has your payment been taken yet?

adzii_nufc 13-11-2013 15:12

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The courier that delivered my PC build allowed me to track the van to the street and gave me a queue number.

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Can confirm it was DPD.

MadGamer 13-11-2013 17:56

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Not long now, can't wait :) . When will Amazon dispatch orders?

cimt 13-11-2013 17:59

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Pretty sure everyone is posting the day before and using next day delivery. I know that's what Shopto are doing.

Stephen 13-11-2013 17:59

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Rather odd that neither Next Gen console will play 3D Blu Rays from the get go!

Bit odd that TBH. I use my PS3 for Blu Rays a lot and also 3D. If I got either new console I would need to keep my PS3 so I could continue to watch my full movie collection.

I know there will probably be updates to rectify ths but why they can't do 3D from launch is a bit strange.

peanut 13-11-2013 18:03

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I've decided I'm going to wait till the dust settles a bit then decide. I've heard a couple of the release date titles suffer from slow frame rates and only 720p. This ain't good obviously for a next gen console. Hopefully you lot here will give better reviews than the official sites.

Stephen 13-11-2013 18:04

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Well technically the One will upscale and still output at 1080p if thats what you've set it to output in settings.

nstokes 13-11-2013 18:50

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Well i have just had some really bad news. My order status changed so i contacted Game and it seems for some reason Paypal rejected the payment, no idea why. They are getting someone to call me back tomorrow to reinstate the order and take payment via card instead. Im so worried now. I knew something was going to go wrong. :(:(:(:(

Tezcatlipoca 13-11-2013 19:02

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Originally Posted by Stephen (Post 35644789)
Rather odd that neither Next Gen console will play 3D Blu Rays from the get go!

Bit odd that TBH. I use my PS3 for Blu Rays a lot and also 3D. If I got either new console I would need to keep my PS3 so I could continue to watch my full movie collection.

I know there will probably be updates to rectify ths but why they can't do 3D from launch is a bit strange.

... Especially as the Xbox One has been touted as the one box you need (hence the name) and MS specifically say it's an "all-in-one entertainment system".

SnoopZ 13-11-2013 19:22

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Originally Posted by nstokes (Post 35644833)
Well i have just had some really bad news. My order status changed so i contacted Game and it seems for some reason Paypal rejected the payment, no idea why. They are getting someone to call me back tomorrow to reinstate the order and take payment via card instead. Im so worried now. I knew something was going to go wrong. :(:(:(:(

Damn not good I hope you get it sorted and can keep the order.

nstokes 13-11-2013 19:27

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Originally Posted by SnoopZ (Post 35644855)
Damn not good I hope you get it sorted and can keep the order.

I hope so too. What makes it even more strange is when i go to my Paypal there is nothing in the activity. I hope they do actually call me tomorrow and sort it out

SnoopZ 13-11-2013 22:56

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Originally Posted by nstokes (Post 35644857)
I hope so too. What makes it even more strange is when i go to my Paypal there is nothing in the activity. I hope they do actually call me tomorrow and sort it out

Can't you just phone Game and pay using your credit or debit card assuming you have one? I would be in a blind panic if i was in this situation as i wouldn't want to miss out on a day one console with free game.

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Xbox On!

http://instagram.com/p/gq0f97RYTR/#

colin25 14-11-2013 02:11

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Originally Posted by SnoopZ (Post 35644928)
Can't you just phone Game and pay using your credit or debit card assuming you have one? I would be in a blind panic if i was in this situation as i wouldn't want to miss out on a day one console with free game.

---------- Post added at 22:56 ---------- Previous post was at 22:26 ----------

Xbox On!

http://instagram.com/p/gq0f97RYTR/#

What you don't see....it calls everyone Larry...rosita the maid, julio the pool boy, frederika the drag queen :D

nstokes 14-11-2013 09:46

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[QUOTE=SnoopZ;35644928]Can't you just phone Game and pay using your credit or debit card assuming you have one? I would be in a blind panic if i was in this situation as i wouldn't want to miss out on a day one console with free game.[QUOTE]

I am in blind panic. They are meant to be calling me today so i can make the payment on my card. They dont have a number to call as the numbers are just for product info and store info. I have tried before and no way to speak to anyone

SnoopZ 14-11-2013 11:44

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[QUOTE=nstokes;35645052][QUOTE=SnoopZ;35644928]Can't you just phone Game and pay using your credit or debit card assuming you have one? I would be in a blind panic if i was in this situation as i wouldn't want to miss out on a day one console with free game.
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I am in blind panic. They are meant to be calling me today so i can make the payment on my card. They dont have a number to call as the numbers are just for product info and store info. I have tried before and no way to speak to anyone
Don't wait for them, contact them somehow and update your payment options.

http://www.game.co.uk/en/info/Contact-Us

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nstokes try this number for game.co.uk customer services, i got it from Google.

Tel: 0871 200 1221

Monday to Saturday 9am - 6pm
Sunday 10am - 4pm

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Players who complete DR3 will unlock a Megaman outfit, the video sure looks fun!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ha9-hnEQjIM

nstokes 14-11-2013 15:08

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thanks Snoopz ill see what happens and if no call from them by time i get home ill ring them

adzii_nufc 14-11-2013 17:37

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Early release PS4's are reporting issues already from Bricked machines to straight up dead consoles. If the Xbox is trouble free it could be Sony's turn to play like the early 360 did. Hope I haven't just jinxed it though.

nstokes 14-11-2013 18:52

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Ok so i have had the phone call from game and they have created a new order with my card details instead of Paypal. I will still get it on Day One they say. Im alot happier is sorted out now

SnoopZ 14-11-2013 19:03

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Glad it is sorted.

---------- Post added at 19:03 ---------- Previous post was at 19:01 ----------

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Originally Posted by adzii_nufc (Post 35645267)
Early release PS4's are reporting issues already from Bricked machines to straight up dead consoles. If the Xbox is trouble free it could be Sony's turn to play like the early 360 did. Hope I haven't just jinxed it though.

Hopefully the X1 doesn't suffer like the PS4 has over the last few days.

It wouldn't surprise me if the PS4 has overheating problems in hotter climates too.

adzii_nufc 14-11-2013 19:38

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Originally Posted by SnoopZ (Post 35645297)
Glad it is sorted.

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Hopefully the X1 doesn't suffer like the PS4 has over the last few days.

It wouldn't surprise me if the PS4 has overheating problems in hotter climates too.

To be fair there's XB1 consoles in the wild and I'm yet to hear of a failure.
I wonder if there's gonna be any PS4 live streaming come tomorrow morning

nstokes 14-11-2013 19:44

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Originally Posted by adzii_nufc (Post 35645308)
To be fair there's XB1 consoles in the wild and I'm yet to hear of a failure.
I wonder if there's gonna be any PS4 live streaming come tomorrow morning

I had an issues with the dev kit the other night while at lock in. I know its not retail hardware but still it was an issue. It wasnt major as the issue was just as i was about to start a race in Forza the game quit its self and a bit of debug stuff came up and a box to type etc, but all the guy did was just restart Forza and then it was fixed. I didnt see or hear of another issue after that

cimt 14-11-2013 19:47

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Well all the X1s are dev kits so hopefully it was just a beta version of the game.

adzii_nufc 14-11-2013 19:52

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Ah I'm defining failure as a console that's broken rather than a crash. Crashes will occur on both consoles. Persistent crashes are an issue sure but right now I'd say the issue is consoles arriving DOA or bricking after an hour, which is the current issue with the early PS4's.

Crashing is just something that happens whenever. Happens on PC's too. Just one of those things. My old 360 hangs all the time. GTA V kills it.

I'll have my capture cards set up on both PC and console and we'll run a proper side by side.
I was thinking FIFA as the NG versions have no texture difference between PC/Console.

SnoopZ 14-11-2013 22:31

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When my friend was playing Forza at a show the console crashed as it was loading the game, or maybe it was the game that crashed not sure, so i hope these things are not that common.

The size of the fan is massive in the X1 so hopefully that'll keep the thing cool too, and i read from the guy that got his early i think he said it was silent.

http://www.cableforum.co.uk/board/at...1&d=1384468233

SnoopZ 14-11-2013 22:46

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Larry has tweeted that free games on Gold will be coming to the X1 later in 2014.

http://www.neowin.net/news/xbox-live...ox-one-in-2014

nstokes 15-11-2013 12:34

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Had an email from game early this morning my order is now being process and may show as shipped. I have just checked my order on Game site and now shows as shipped. Dont see a tracking number yet thou

SnoopZ 15-11-2013 14:47

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Originally Posted by nstokes (Post 35645503)
Had an email from game early this morning my order is now being process and may show as shipped. I have just checked my order on Game site and now shows as shipped. Dont see a tracking number yet thou

You may get it very early then, just don't connect to Xbox live if you do or it maybe banned.

MadGamer 16-11-2013 18:57

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I think after reading the stuff about the PS4 failures, I'll see if Microsoft offer an extended warranty

SnoopZ 16-11-2013 19:00

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Anyone know how much it cost for the 360?

Tezcatlipoca 16-11-2013 19:12

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I can't remember. I think MS stopped doing it ages ago, though.

GAME used to offer their own extended warranty for consoles purchased from them - not sure if they still do.

Amazon don't have their own, but do sell things like Squaretrade warranties. I have no idea if they're any good, though.


I have some sort of extended warranty cover via my bank account... I'll use that for my Xbox One.


Don't forget though that you always have the following:

- One year manufacturer's warranty.

- Up to six years of cover against goods being "inherently faulty" or not being "fit for purpose", via your statutory rights as a consumer thanks to the Sale of Goods Act 1979 (as amended). This is with the retailer, not the manufacturer.

adzii_nufc 16-11-2013 19:14

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Didn't Microsoft extend warranties to 3 years after the RROD issues.

cimt 16-11-2013 19:17

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I believe that was only for RROD though.

SnoopZ 16-11-2013 19:44

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I have a feeling the X1 won't have any over heating problems judging by the size of the fan and case, but i have a feeling the PS4 may.

Harryn9000 16-11-2013 19:57

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Quote:

Originally Posted by nstokes (Post 35644336)
I am at Game waiting for the lock in and have been advised by them that they will be selling the DD verisons of games but dont know if they will be cheaper than disk ones

that will be good for me if they are as trade in prices are rubbish for current gen not even 30 pound for virtually brand new titles i'll be looking about 50 quid upwards to upgrade

SnoopZ 16-11-2013 20:02

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It would be great if lots of retailers sold DD versions, my problem though is HDD size, just hope when we get it all of that 500GB is free unlike the PS4 which only gave around 400GB free.

Tezcatlipoca 16-11-2013 20:25

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TV/IR set up...

http://imgur.com/a/AtQh8


Quote:

Originally Posted by adzii_nufc (Post 35645958)
Didn't Microsoft extend warranties to 3 years after the RROD issues.

Quote:

Originally Posted by cimt (Post 35645961)
I believe that was only for RROD though.

Yup, only for the RROD and only for "fat" 360s.

Quote:

Originally Posted by SnoopZ (Post 35645970)
I have a feeling the X1 won't have any over heating problems judging by the size of the fan and case, but i have a feeling the PS4 may.

Yeah, I think that MS has learnt from the past. That's not to say there won't be other issues though...

adzii_nufc 17-11-2013 06:27

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I have a feeling the first free game for XBL gold will be Forza 5. Due to being less content filled than other games I can see this game jumping on the DLC wagon even though Forza 4 was the same. Regardless if they release it free for everyone they'll make money from more people inclined to purchase the car packs because they've never had to spend the £50 on the title.

Just my guess but if Microsoft steal this idea I want compensation in the form of full restoration of my Gamertag.

Damien 17-11-2013 07:24

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I am waiting for the reviews before I get the XBOX or PS4. PS4 looks ok but if the Xbox reviews are good i'll get that.

nstokes 17-11-2013 12:16

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Originally Posted by SnoopZ (Post 35645538)
You may get it very early then, just don't connect to Xbox live if you do or it maybe banned.

Very very unlikely to receive it early IMO

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Originally Posted by Matt D (Post 35645981)
TV/IR set up...

http://imgur.com/a/AtQh8

Thats nice. I have a feeling mine wont work like that. Let me explain.

For this to work i assume the set up has to be as follows:-
  • HDMI cable from Xbox One to TV
  • HDMI cable from Sky Box to HDMI in on Xbox One
  • Set up Kinect IR in the settings as per the link already been posted

That set up will be the standard set up and is correct, however mine wont be as simple as that. Mine will be the following:-
  • HDMI Out from Xbox One to HDMI in on AMP
  • HDMI from Sky Box to HDMI in on Xbox One
  • HDMI out from Amp to HDMI in on TV

So as im going through an AMP i cant see this working for me. What are your thoughts?

Hom3r 17-11-2013 12:23

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Originally Posted by nstokes (Post 35646093)
Very very unlikely to receive it early IMO



Thats nice. I have a feeling mine wont work like that. Let me explain.

For this to work i assume the set up has to be as follows:-
  • HDMI cable from Xbox One to TV
  • HDMI cable from Sky Box to HDMI in on Xbox One
  • Set up Kinect IR in the settings as per the link already been posted

That set up will be the standard set up and is correct, however mine wont be as simple as that. Mine will be the following:-
  • HDMI Out from Xbox One to HDMI in on AMP
  • HDMI from Sky Box to HDMI in on Xbox One
  • HDMI out from Amp to HDMI in on TV

So as im going through an AMP i cant see this working for me. What are your thoughts?

Wouldn't it be better to do this

Sky Box > X1 > Amp > TV ?

nstokes 17-11-2013 12:27

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Originally Posted by Hom3r (Post 35646094)
Wouldn't it be better to do this

Sky Box > X1 > Amp > TV ?

Thats what im saying, thats the setup i would be having. I bet i didnt word the post well. I really need English lessons lol.

Reason i say i cant see it working as the X1 wont be connected to the TV directly and so i cant see the X1 picking the TV up as not a direct connection

Tezcatlipoca 17-11-2013 15:08

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I don't see why that wouldn't work. Going by that image, the X1 doesn't detect the type of TV, merely that there is a connection - you still manually select your TV type.

I'm still rocking a Yamaha DSP-A5 from thirteen years ago, so my set up will be a little simpler as it doesn't have HDMI. [I do want to get new receiver at some point though, as I'd like a receiver that does HD audio, so that would likely also have HDMI when I get round to getting one]

Sky+HD > Xbox One > TV


I did read something after the recent dash reveal confirming that the Sky+HD box works with the Xbox One's HDMI passthrough, but I can't find the damn article.

What I still want to know, though, is if the passthrough still works when the console is "off" (low power standby) or if it only works when it is fully powered up.

Although the "snap" stuff would be good, I don't want to have to have the console fully powered up every time I want to watch Sky+HD, especially as although we'll have "snap" we won't have the One Guide overlay stuff until next year.

Stephen 17-11-2013 15:12

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Originally Posted by Damien (Post 35646053)
I am waiting for the reviews before I get the XBOX or PS4. PS4 looks ok but if the Xbox reviews are good i'll get that.

AFter alreay playing the PS4 I was not impressed at all. Xbox One has a better line up of games too IMO.

SnoopZ 17-11-2013 15:21

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I hope i am not underwhelmed when i get the X1 in 6 days time, i should be ok as i enjoyed playing Forza and BF4 at Eurogamer.

Damien 17-11-2013 16:31

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Originally Posted by Stephen (Post 35646137)
AFter alreay playing the PS4 I was not impressed at all. Xbox One has a better line up of games too IMO.

I think the Xbox has a better initial line up of games but neither console has the next-gen gaming franchise of note just yet. Forza sounds like it will be a bit rushed, Dead Rising too. As is standard with the initial line up they'll not be that different to the current gen.

I think PS4's focus on gaming may mean a better gaming experience in the long run. They've done a lot to bring independent developers into the fold whilst Microsoft have been courting media companies for movies and TV shows.

Still most of the exciting games will be multi platform i think.

Stephen 17-11-2013 17:17

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Originally Posted by Damien (Post 35646147)
I think the Xbox has a better initial line up of games but neither console has the next-gen gaming franchise of note just yet. Forza sounds like it will be a bit rushed, Dead Rising too. As is standard with the initial line up they'll not be that different to the current gen.

I think PS4's focus on gaming may mean a better gaming experience in the long run. They've done a lot to bring independent developers into the fold whilst Microsoft have been courting media companies for movies and TV shows.

Still most of the exciting games will be multi platform i think.

TBH its also the system OS/UI I really think the One has a much better system. The PS4 UI didn't feel that great to me and the layout wasn't brilliant either.

Damien 17-11-2013 17:38

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Originally Posted by Stephen (Post 35646153)
TBH its also the system OS/UI I really think the One has a much better system. The PS4 UI didn't feel that great to me and the layout wasn't brilliant either.

I agree. I also prefer Xbox Live and the controller. That said I am just really turned off by the 'other' things Microsoft want the Xbox to do and am encouraged by Sony's focus on games.

Stephen 17-11-2013 17:44

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But you don't need to use the other features that have been added. They are there as bonus features.

Its still a gaming console but also if you want it an all in one box with lots of nice extras. Having seen videos of it in action the voice control and TV and multi task features are great.

Damien 17-11-2013 18:12

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Originally Posted by Stephen (Post 35646161)
But you don't need to use the other features that have been added. They are there as bonus features.

Its still a gaming console but also if you want it an all in one box with lots of nice extras. Having seen videos of it in action the voice control and TV and multi task features are great.

But these features show where Microsoft's focus is. Whilst they were securing rights to the NFL Sony were courting indie developers. I don't want a media center that plays games. I want a games console.

SnoopZ 17-11-2013 18:32

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I want a games console that is also a media centre so the X1 ticks all the right boxes for me so far, i just hope i made the best decision, only time will tell but so far comparing multiplat games the only difference is on some games the PS4 has more games in 1080p and the X1 more in 720p upscaled which probably wont make much difference visually unless someone is sitting 12 inches from their TV.

I also expect as time goes on the majority of games will be 1080p native on both consoles as the developers get more experienced as both consoles are so similar in performance.

Here is the latest comparison of Need for Speed Rivals which runs at 1080p native 30fps on both consoles.

http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/di...ce-off-preview

peanut 17-11-2013 18:58

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Originally Posted by SnoopZ (Post 35646187)

Here is the latest comparison of Need for Speed Rivals which runs at 1080p native 30fps on both consoles.

http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/di...ce-off-preview

The PS4 looks better....

I'm glad that I'm going to wait till the dust settles to see what is best. The reports of lag/slow ups on frame rates, 720p has put me off till things gets sorted. They ain't what I'd say 'next gen' when you're used to a half decent PC.

Time will obviously tell....

SnoopZ 17-11-2013 19:02

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I think they look the same in the side by side video, 720p hasn't put me off with BF4 as it looks better on the X1 even at a lower resolution but the X1 is said to have an awesome hardware upscaler.

peanut 17-11-2013 19:06

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Originally Posted by SnoopZ (Post 35646192)
I think they look the same in the side by side video, 720p hasn't put me off with BF4 as it looks better on the X1 even at a lower resolution but the X1 is said to have an awesome hardware upscaler.

You would say that as you have the X1 on order. :D

I think both will be great after a bit of time but also I don't expect the launch titles to be too brilliant. I'm happy to wait it out to see what the reviews say over a bit of time when the dust settles. For once I'm not going to rush into things.

SnoopZ 17-11-2013 19:09

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Originally Posted by peanut (Post 35646193)
You would say that as you have the X1 on order. :D

I think both will be great after a bit of time but also I don't expect the launch titles to be too brilliant. I'm happy to wait it out to see what the reviews say over a bit of time when the dust settles. For once I'm not going to rush into things.

I am not biased at all, clearly the X1 has the better textures on BF4 in the video posted a while back and i have played it. :)

I just hope the X1 doesn't have as many problems as the Ps4 is currently having.

adzii_nufc 17-11-2013 19:10

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We shouldn't compare it to a PC anymore. I've been criticised for it and likely deservingly when comparing them to my PC listed in my sig.

Graphics and res can never be compared because it's obvious a PC is going to win. So you move onto playability and general fun.

I've had more fun with my 360 than any other console or PC. Xbox live was the killer in this generation. It made Sony's online platform look like a cheap knockoff. It was easily worth the £30 a year for me. It was simple to use and they just about got everything right with it.

The controller although built for console was also compatible with PC. For owners of both this was a huge deal when you look at the lack of controllers and controller support on PC's. It made console ports so much better on PC's for a change. So Microsoft was in two marketswwith one device.

Exclusives such as HALO 3. I remember the midnight launches for this across the world. It was the biggest event in gaming for its time. Obviously it's since been beaten but us true fans will never forget.

SnoopZ 17-11-2013 19:17

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Originally Posted by adzii_nufc (Post 35646196)
We shouldn't compare it to a PC anymore. I've been criticised for it and likely deservingly when comparing them to my PC listed in my sig.

Graphics and res can never be compared because it's obvious a PC is going to win. So you move onto playability and general fun.

I've had more fun with my 360 than any other console or PC. Xbox live was the killer in this generation. It made Sony's online platform look like a cheap knockoff. It was easily worth the £30 a year for me. It was simple to use and they just about got everything right with it.

The controller although built for console was also compatible with PC. For owners of both this was a huge deal when you look at the lack of controllers and controller support on PC's. It made console ports so much better on PC's for a change. So Microsoft was in two marketswwith one device.

Exclusives such as HALO 3. I remember the midnight launches for this across the world. It was the biggest event in gaming for its time. Obviously it's since been beaten but us true fans will never forget.

Yes true i never compare with a PC. :)

peanut 17-11-2013 19:28

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Originally Posted by SnoopZ (Post 35646199)
Yes true i never compare with a PC. :)

I do agree, but I did say a half decent PC, nothing like today's standard I must add but something like 3+ years old that is still going strong.

I will hopefully be getting one of the consoles at some point, originally I was just going to get the X1 because I've never had a PS and had the 360 from launch so the X1 was my first choice without any consideration of the PS4. But this time because they are being launched so close together and there ain't much info when it comes down to a more realistic review for comparisons at the moment I'm happy to wait it out for a bit. Hopefully for not too long though.

When the 360 was launched it was classed as next gen, and in some ways it was compared to the playstation and the Xbox, but to call the new ones 'next gen' again, I hoping my high expectations are met, but so far they've made me cautious.

The one thing I will add is that I'm more disappointed with PC gaming now more than ever. It's going to take a lot of convincing now to save up and spend out for a 'gaming' PC now. I might at a push upgrade a few bits, but it won't be anything major if and when it comes to it. Consoles are going to be the 1st for any kind of gaming choice obviously now.

MadGamer 17-11-2013 20:09

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So the TV stuff will work from launch then?

Bulky 17-11-2013 20:14

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Originally Posted by MadGamer (Post 35646220)
So the TV stuff will work from launch then?

You'll be able to snap the tv onto screen but the TV guide part won't be available until next year I believe .

SnoopZ 17-11-2013 20:32

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I hope it will work with Virgin and sky later next year.

It would be nice to say 'Xbox watch Sky 1' etc and then it does it all for you.

Stephen 17-11-2013 20:37

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Originally Posted by Damien (Post 35646170)
But these features show where Microsoft's focus is. Whilst they were securing rights to the NFL Sony were courting indie developers. I don't want a media center that plays games. I want a games console.

I disagree. Its still primarily a games console that also functions as a media centre.

As for indy games. look at the 360 its got a massive Indy game section. I see the One being the same at the end of the day.

Microsoft know people want a games console but also that having an all in one media box is a help to people if they want to make use of it.

Remember if you don't use any of the other stuff its 100% still a games console.

SnoopZ 17-11-2013 20:41

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I expect the X1 to have alot of Indie games eventually considering ALL X1s are development kits now. :)

Stephen 17-11-2013 20:47

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Quote:

Originally Posted by SnoopZ (Post 35646187)
I want a games console that is also a media centre so the X1 ticks all the right boxes for me so far, i just hope i made the best decision, only time will tell but so far comparing multiplat games the only difference is on some games the PS4 has more games in 1080p and the X1 more in 720p upscaled which probably wont make much difference visually unless someone is sitting 12 inches from their TV.

I also expect as time goes on the majority of games will be 1080p native on both consoles as the developers get more experienced as both consoles are so similar in performance.

Here is the latest comparison of Need for Speed Rivals which runs at 1080p native 30fps on both consoles.

http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/di...ce-off-preview

Not much between the two but I think I prefer the One version, just looks a wee bit nicer.

SnoopZ 17-11-2013 20:48

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Microsoft have started shipping X1s now from them directly, some people are saying delivery is expected Tuesday 19th on their despatch status.

Bulky 17-11-2013 21:00

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Originally Posted by SnoopZ (Post 35646243)
Microsoft have started shipping X1s now from them directly, some people are saying delivery is expected Tuesday 19th on their despatch status.

Mine says order in process :(

Damien 17-11-2013 21:04

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Originally Posted by Stephen (Post 35646239)
As for indy games. look at the 360 its got a massive Indy game section. I see the One being the same at the end of the day.

The PS3 is much better than the Xbox for Indie games. Some of the more interesting Indie games of the last generation were only on the PS3, Journey and Unfinished Swan to name but two. Fez took ages to patch a game breaking bug because Microsoft charged $50,000 to post updates to the store and the developers backed out. Sony let them do it for free. Sony sent development kits to Indie developers whilst Microsoft ignored them until another of their U-Turns. While Sony put Indie gaming in their E3 presentation Microsoft barely talked about games to boast about their 'exclusive' deal with the NFL.

Quote:

Microsoft know people want a games console but also that having an all in one media box is a help to people if they want to make use of it.
They've had a funny way of showing it so far. Microsoft are pretty clear that they're positioning this as a home media device that retains a strong interest in gaming. However these features aren't just freebies added on if you want them. They took development time, they took content deals with creators (mostly American for now) and they form part of the way Microsoft markets the console. Time which could well have been spent focusing on the gaming and reaching out to developers.

The Xbox will still have Halo, all the multi platform games and so on. Microsoft will always have Grand Theft Auto, FIFA, Call of Duty and so on on their console. Yet I think Sony's more aggressive courting of developers and their positioning of their console as an gaming machine first will mean it will follow this generations pattern of the Playstation getting the riskier, smaller and more innovative games.

The Xbox still has two very strong cards: Xbox live and that controller. Microsoft know software and that still shows in their LIVE services and their dashboard UI. The rubbish XMB interface and flimsy controller on the PS3 meant I played all multi-platform games on my Xbox and used the PS3 only for the aforementioned Indie games and the exclusives (Heavy Rain, Last of Us).

Still I am in two minds this generation. I honestly probably will get the one with the better reviews as I am so undecided.

adzii_nufc 17-11-2013 21:08

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Originally Posted by Damien (Post 35646252)
The PS3 is much better than the Xbox for Indie games. Some of the more interesting Indie games of the last generation were only on the PS3, Journey and Unfinished Swan to name but two. Fez took ages to patch a game breaking bug because Microsoft charged $50,000 to post updates to the store and the developers backed out. Sony let them do it for free. Sony sent development kits to Indie developers whilst Microsoft ignored them until another of their U-Turns. While Sony put Indie gaming in their E3 presentation Microsoft barely talked about games to boast about their 'exclusive' deal with the NFL.



They've had a funny way of showing it so far. Microsoft are pretty clear that they're positioning this as a home media device that retains a strong interest in gaming. However these features aren't just freebies added on if you want them. They took development time, they took content deals with creators (mostly American for now) and they form part of the way Microsoft markets the console. Time which could well have been spent focusing on the gaming and reaching out to developers.

The Xbox will still have Halo, all the multi platform games and so on. Microsoft will always have Grand Theft Auto, FIFA, Call of Duty and so on on their console. Yet I think Sony's more aggressive courting of developers and their positioning of their console as an gaming machine first will mean it will follow this generations pattern of the Playstation getting the riskier, smaller and more innovative games.

The Xbox still has two very strong cards: Xbox live and that controller. Microsoft know software and that still shows in their LIVE services and their dashboard UI. The rubbish XMB interface and flimsy controller on the PS3 meant I played all multi-platform games on my Xbox and used the PS3 only for the aforementioned Indie games and the exclusives (Heavy Rain, Last of Us).

Still I am in two minds this generation. I honestly probably will get the one with the better reviews as I am so undecided.

Three strong cards. You failed to mention Titanfall which will become the COD of this generation and a licence to print money.

Stephen 17-11-2013 21:19

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Damien (Post 35646252)
The PS3 is much better than the Xbox for Indie games. Some of the more interesting Indie games of the last generation were only on the PS3, Journey and Unfinished Swan to name but two. Fez took ages to patch a game breaking bug because Microsoft charged $50,000 to post updates to the store and the developers backed out. Sony let them do it for free. Sony sent development kits to Indie developers whilst Microsoft ignored them until another of their U-Turns. While Sony put Indie gaming in their E3 presentation Microsoft barely talked about games to boast about their 'exclusive' deal with the NFL.



They've had a funny way of showing it so far. Microsoft are pretty clear that they're positioning this as a home media device that retains a strong interest in gaming. However these features aren't just freebies added on if you want them. They took development time, they took content deals with creators (mostly American for now) and they form part of the way Microsoft markets the console. Time which could well have been spent focusing on the gaming and reaching out to developers.

Of course it took development time but as a consumer you have a choice and can simply use the machine as a gaming console and thats all. Same for new TVs with all the smart apps, many people won't use them and will simply use the TV function, they are still there for future use though.

If it works though many people will prefer having just one box that can do everything.

Also when enabled all Xbox Ones will be able to act as dev machines.


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