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  • Jason P
    Jason P Posts: 19,315
    Well I got some games downloaded for PS5.  Figuring out what version of a game you already own and want to transfer / upgrade is pretty confusing.  I spent about 30 minutes watching Youtube videos and searching Reddit subforums to make sure what version of Final Fantasy VII I needed to upgrade.  It isn't straight forward.  And you can accidentally download the PS4 version if you are not careful.  Sony UI ... :#

    I can't overstate how simple the Xbox Series X experience was / is.  I logged in.  And shit just worked.  Go to your library and the correct version for your system auto downloads.  That simple.

    OK, now that I got the why now u dont bitching out of me, the gaming experience has been pretty exciting.

    Just played gran turismo 7 so far.  The PS4 Pro ran the game very well as I wasn't knocked out of my socks at first, but the lighting and shadows are much better for sure.   Just more detail everywhere.  To be fair, a racing game isn't the best choice to test the PS5 because I'm so focused on the track.  I'm happy to report that the Fanatec CSL Elite for PS4 works on the PS5!

    So right now I have GT7 upgrade ($10), Horizon West  (came with system), FFIV upgrade (free) and Ghost of Tushima upgrade ($10 and another one that I had to search Reddit to figure out)

    I'm considering Death Loop since it is on sale.  
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  • Jason P
    Jason P Posts: 19,315
    The Dual Sense controller is excellent.  It feels perfect.  Haptic works as advertised.  9/10   I think this is Sony's biggest advantage over Xbox.  Considering the controller is what connects you with the console, it should be considered as important as the console.  My Microsoft Elite II controller is falling apart after a year and that is a replacement for the original that had faulty buttons ... this is a $180 controller ...

    Maybe GT7 was the best game to test out.  My lap times are going down because I'm distracted by all the new detail I'm noticing. 
    I played the astrobot demo which was simple but interesting and showed the potential of the dual sense. 
    I tried the FF VII remake in graphics mode (meh) and performance mode (this is the way) at 60 fps which makes the game much more enjoyable.

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  • Ten Backspaced Riot Actors
    Ten Backspaced Riot Actors Posts: 436
    Jason P said:
    The Dual Sense controller is excellent.  It feels perfect.  Haptic works as advertised.  9/10   I think this is Sony's biggest advantage over Xbox.  Considering the controller is what connects you with the console, it should be considered as important as the console.  My Microsoft Elite II controller is falling apart after a year and that is a replacement for the original that had faulty buttons ... this is a $180 controller ...

    Maybe GT7 was the best game to test out.  My lap times are going down because I'm distracted by all the new detail I'm noticing. 
    I played the astrobot demo which was simple but interesting and showed the potential of the dual sense. 
    I tried the FF VII remake in graphics mode (meh) and performance mode (this is the way) at 60 fps which makes the game much more enjoyable.

    I have had both PS5 and XSX since launch.  The PS5 controller brings the games that utilize the haptic feedback feel so much more alive.  Once you get past some of the PlayStations minor annoyances it is a great experience.  And I absolutely loathe how the XSX has to download updates when you try to open applications/games.  The PS5 does this automatically in the  background so you never have to wait. 


  • Jason P
    Jason P Posts: 19,315
    Ten Backspaced Riot Actors said:
    Jason P said:
    The Dual Sense controller is excellent.  It feels perfect.  Haptic works as advertised.  9/10   I think this is Sony's biggest advantage over Xbox.  Considering the controller is what connects you with the console, it should be considered as important as the console.  My Microsoft Elite II controller is falling apart after a year and that is a replacement for the original that had faulty buttons ... this is a $180 controller ...

    Maybe GT7 was the best game to test out.  My lap times are going down because I'm distracted by all the new detail I'm noticing. 
    I played the astrobot demo which was simple but interesting and showed the potential of the dual sense. 
    I tried the FF VII remake in graphics mode (meh) and performance mode (this is the way) at 60 fps which makes the game much more enjoyable.

    I have had both PS5 and XSX since launch.  The PS5 controller brings the games that utilize the haptic feedback feel so much more alive.  Once you get past some of the PlayStations minor annoyances it is a great experience.  And I absolutely loathe how the XSX has to download updates when you try to open applications/games.  The PS5 does this automatically in the  background so you never have to wait. 



    This should fix your XSX update problem ...

    To make sure your console is set to update automatically:
    1. Press the Xbox button to open the guide.
    2. Select Profile & system > Settings > System > Updates.
    3. Under Updates, select Keep my console up to date to update your console automatically and Keep my games & apps up to date to update games and apps automatically.

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  • Jason P
    Jason P Posts: 19,315
    ^
    One note on the updates to consider as well ... I noticed when my XBX SSD is near full, some larger updates may not automatically update if the file size is too large and then I have to manually start.  Leave a buffer of about 20 GB free on your SSD to handle updates.  Other than that, updates on my system all take place at night.
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  • Ten Backspaced Riot Actors
    Ten Backspaced Riot Actors Posts: 436
    Jason P said:
    ^
    One note on the updates to consider as well ... I noticed when my XBX SSD is near full, some larger updates may not automatically update if the file size is too large and then I have to manually start.  Leave a buffer of about 20 GB free on your SSD to handle updates.  Other than that, updates on my system all take place at night.
    Thank you! 
  • Jumb0
    Jumb0 Posts: 910
    nautical_disaster said:
    tempo_n_groove said:
    This Elden Ring game is one of those games listening to everyone describe it as "How the hell did you figure THAT out on your own" games.

    It sounds like one that unless you had insider info you aren't putting this shit together, lol.

    Is that about right?
    I hadn't played the other games in that franchise, so it was quite a learning curve in terms of the difficulty level. Normally I don't use guides, but it felt necessary in terms of sprucing up your character against some crazy bosses. Normally I would welcome the challenge, like in my fav game Witcher 3, but some of these dudes in elden ring are not fair haha. If you're really patient you could piece together lots of lore info, but I just don't have the time to dedicate that kind of in-depth study. 

    This is where I am at. I struggled for the first 3-4 days and was upset I even bought the thing. Then I started playing along with a guide on YouTube and it has been much more enjoyable. 
  • mca47
    mca47 Posts: 13,335
    tempo_n_groove said:
    This Elden Ring game is one of those games listening to everyone describe it as "How the hell did you figure THAT out on your own" games.

    It sounds like one that unless you had insider info you aren't putting this shit together, lol.

    Is that about right?

    I find it much more fulfilling to figure things out on your own.  I finally beat the game a couple weeks back and after I beat the final boss, I was looking through my inventory and realized so many things I missed or could have used on the way.  For such a massive game and one that will take you soooooo many hours, it may seem silly to say "Take it slow".  Everything does make sense if you think about it, read what things do and actually listen to what the NPCs are saying.  Ex: As you progress, sitting at a Grace site, you'll notice there being more options to do stuff.  Again, take it slow and it will all make sense.  And as mentioned before, use online coop as much as possible.  Summoning people to help usually results in getting people who have already beat that boss you're struggling with and many will show you secret areas or items you might have missed.  
  • Jason P
    Jason P Posts: 19,315
    Matts3221 said:
    Jason P said:
    Matts3221 said:

    Picked up Returnal for PS5 on Friday , played a few hours this weekend. Not sure if it is for me or not. I don't mind the difficult level but playing for 90 mins to die and lose everything and start over is getting a little old.

    That said it does look amazing and the controls are really tight. I have never played a "rouge like" game before I should have googled that before I purchased maybe.


    If I had a PS5, I would probably have bought this game.  But I'm kind of like you, a little iffy on this genre.  This is more suited for 14 year old Jason P. 

    Dark Souls is the rare exception. 


    Alright after a month and a half and roughly 93 hours I fully beat Returnal and went back for the secret ending and got that. I have to say this is a pretty amazing game. The hardest I have played in 20 years. That said the controls are so tight its nothing you cannot get down with hard work.

    Amazing graphics , The Bio Domes are beautiful and I hope Nintendo is paying attention and just is rebuilding Metroid Prime 4 to look like this game.

    Never felt more accomplished with beating the boss's in this video game then any other.  , dying after a 2 hour run would crush me but I never wanted to put it down.

    Even if you never will play it just look up Returnal 3rd Boss and watch the full boss fight video. The Nemesis Boss was pay far the hardest and I yelled when I finally beat that one.


    Started Returnal this weekend after picking it up on the PSN Plus subscription ... it is a very intriguing game.  I love the sci-fi element.  I have yet to fight the first boss, but seems like a solid experience so far.  Not quite Dark Souls hard, yet.
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  • Ten Backspaced Riot Actors
    Ten Backspaced Riot Actors Posts: 436
    Jason P said:
    Matts3221 said:
    Jason P said:
    Matts3221 said:

    Picked up Returnal for PS5 on Friday , played a few hours this weekend. Not sure if it is for me or not. I don't mind the difficult level but playing for 90 mins to die and lose everything and start over is getting a little old.

    That said it does look amazing and the controls are really tight. I have never played a "rouge like" game before I should have googled that before I purchased maybe.


    If I had a PS5, I would probably have bought this game.  But I'm kind of like you, a little iffy on this genre.  This is more suited for 14 year old Jason P. 

    Dark Souls is the rare exception. 


    Alright after a month and a half and roughly 93 hours I fully beat Returnal and went back for the secret ending and got that. I have to say this is a pretty amazing game. The hardest I have played in 20 years. That said the controls are so tight its nothing you cannot get down with hard work.

    Amazing graphics , The Bio Domes are beautiful and I hope Nintendo is paying attention and just is rebuilding Metroid Prime 4 to look like this game.

    Never felt more accomplished with beating the boss's in this video game then any other.  , dying after a 2 hour run would crush me but I never wanted to put it down.

    Even if you never will play it just look up Returnal 3rd Boss and watch the full boss fight video. The Nemesis Boss was pay far the hardest and I yelled when I finally beat that one.


    Started Returnal this weekend after picking it up on the PSN Plus subscription ... it is a very intriguing game.  I love the sci-fi element.  I have yet to fight the first boss, but seems like a solid experience so far.  Not quite Dark Souls hard, yet.
    I tried it as well on the PS subscription.  I like it quite a bit.  
  • Ten Backspaced Riot Actors
    Ten Backspaced Riot Actors Posts: 436
    The family and I are really enjoying Stray for those that may be on the fence.
  • Jason P
    Jason P Posts: 19,315
    Ten Backspaced Riot Actors said:
    The family and I are really enjoying Stray for those that may be on the fence.

    you had me at cat simulator


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  • mca47
    mca47 Posts: 13,335
    Ten Backspaced Riot Actors said:
    The family and I are really enjoying Stray for those that may be on the fence.
    Looks interesting.
  • Jearlpam0925
    Jearlpam0925 Deep South Philly Posts: 17,540
    I am in the queue to buy a PS5. Should I go through with it?
  • mca47
    mca47 Posts: 13,335
    Jearlpam0925 said:
    I am in the queue to buy a PS5. Should I go through with it?
    Yes, you should!
  • mca47
    mca47 Posts: 13,335
    Just started a 2nd run through Elden Ring.  Took some time off from the last one.  Waaaay easier the second time around!
  • Purple Fairy Tree
    Purple Fairy Tree Posts: 2,055
    Finally got Mario Kart 8 for the Switch but really need that 2nd comtroller.
  • Jearlpam0925
    Jearlpam0925 Deep South Philly Posts: 17,540
    mca47 said:
    Jearlpam0925 said:
    I am in the queue to buy a PS5. Should I go through with it?
    Yes, you should!
    I pulled the trigger on the digital-only version. I really don't see what I would need the drive for - I buy mostly digital games and at worst keep an external drive. Will I regret this decision?
  • tempo_n_groove
    tempo_n_groove Posts: 41,494
    Jearlpam0925 said:
    mca47 said:
    Jearlpam0925 said:
    I am in the queue to buy a PS5. Should I go through with it?
    Yes, you should!
    I pulled the trigger on the digital-only version. I really don't see what I would need the drive for - I buy mostly digital games and at worst keep an external drive. Will I regret this decision?
    As long as you don't need internet to play anything I would think you're fine?

    I'm curious of the answers too.
  • Jearlpam0925
    Jearlpam0925 Deep South Philly Posts: 17,540
    tempo_n_groove said:
    Jearlpam0925 said:
    mca47 said:
    Jearlpam0925 said:
    I am in the queue to buy a PS5. Should I go through with it?
    Yes, you should!
    I pulled the trigger on the digital-only version. I really don't see what I would need the drive for - I buy mostly digital games and at worst keep an external drive. Will I regret this decision?
    As long as you don't need internet to play anything I would think you're fine?

    I'm curious of the answers too.
    I mean it has internet/wifi access. I believe the only difference is the physical disc drive.

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