Sunset Overdrive looks better now than it did at E3; that much is for sure. The commercial made it look like it has way better graphics than it did, and the levels look more complex than what was at E3. I'm generally excited for most of what is showing up on Xbox One, but I just don't have the cash to buy 10+ games, which is definitely what I would do if I could afford it. I'm stuck settling for only Smash Bros. and Master Chief Collection. Christmas is my only hope for everything else. Oh Santa, how my goodness has summoned thee.
Titanfall has gotten better. The thread I made about it being fairly crappy was before any major updates were applied. For reference sake, there were literally times where the game couldn't even run correctly. It was like beta type performance. They've added alot more default content, customization, and stability from what I've seen, as well. I agree that buying it this close to Halo probably isn't that good of an idea, especially if you're strapped for cash like I am.
Got done with a 5-hour session of Sunset Overdrive and it's a blast so far. Still early in the game but already got some pretty sweet weapons and upgrades. Stringing combos together and then having your upgrades kick in is crazy. Takes some of my favorite games Ratchet & Clank (crazy weapons), inFamous, Jet Set Radio and Crackdown (somewhat similar art style/colorful atmosphere) and blends them nicely. Nothing original but it is the best Insomniac game I've played in a while now, Resistance 3 in 2011 being the last good one and 2009's R&C: A Crack in Time being the last truly great one. The story isn't too engaging, yet at least, but I do like the cast of characters and I enjoy the humor. Most important part though is it's just fun to play and the map is pretty big and from what I can tell it seems like there is a ton of collectibles and seems like there will be plenty of side missions/challenges to keep us busy. Should have some decent longevity.
No problem man at least someone should enjoy it. I still have a second code that was given to me by the Dashboard preview program if any one wants it?
I'm looking at the Destiny content Controversy and since I sort of petered out on the game, I think i'm going to call Microsoft and try to get a refund, and use that money to get one of three games I wanted for this holiday. (Sunset, Halo, and Dragon Age).
Its not that related to Xbox but Microsoft just announced and released thier smartwatch/Fitness band called the Microsoft Band. It works with all three smartphone platforms but works the best with Windows Phone. It uses a platform called Microsoft Health and I wouldn't be suprised to see Xbox Fitness or a future xbox app pdated to work with it.
I played the Evolve Alpha. It's decent, There's alot of bugs and stuff(because it's Alpha), but it's an ok game. It just sucks when there's CPU players on the team, because they don't do anything helpful, which gives the beast the advantage. You can switch between characters if there are CPUs.
The buttons are different than any game I've played before.
@shingi_70
Usually the different weapons are mapped to the d-pad, but they are mapped to the RB, LB, Y, and B buttons. A is jump, X is reload, then there are jet packs. The d-pad is for selecting which computer you want have control of. I did the best with the tactical guy and the assault guy. It was an ok Alpha. Everyone understood that people were learning the game, but it's not that hard once you learn it, I could see more character choices mixing up the combat styles, 10 fold.
I'm honestly considering getting an XB1 someday (and a PS4 later next year). I'm digging the current line-up and it's just cheaper than the PS4 in Canada. I've always wanted to try Halo, but I've never owned a Microsoft console before. With the Master Chief collection coming out, I see it as a perfect chance. Sunset Overdrive, Forza Horizon 2 and Ryse are also sparking my interest.
So my question is.... what do you guys think of it? What are you opinions on it? What do you think of Halo? I've been a Nintendo/Sony user for so long.
@Gamecubed
Well, if those games are appealing to you, then buy one. I bought it on a whim really. I got an Xbox 360 around the time Halo Reach came out, and bought alot of the exclusives. That was enough for me to buy Xbox One early into the generation. I had alot of fun with Dead Rising 3, and Titanfall has gotten better through updates. It really depends on what you want, but Master Chief Collection is a great place to start. I'll be getting it. Kinect is ok, but there isn't really much out for it.
Overall, it's a decent console that will get better. I have way more games for Wii U, though. I've already beaten most of what I have, and I'm kind of broke, so I haven't been able to buy anything lately.
Project Spark lets you create stuff, if that's your thing, and it's free to play. Killer Instinct lets you play as at least one character after how ever much time, too, so you can try that out before you buy it; if you ever get an Xbox One, that is, I've just been freeing out on that and Games with Gold for a while.
I'm a little biased since Halo is my favorite franchise, but if you've never experienced it before, you're in for a treat if you get an Xbox One and the Master Chief Collection. Definitely the perfect place to start. Sunset Overdrive is one of my favorite games in a while, it doesn't take itself seriously at all and you can tell the team that developed it really understands what videogames are about, it's just a blast to play. It can provide a challenge but it's also very forgiving with checkpoints so it never gets frustrating. It's got a good sense of humor to it and great missions and side quests. As for Forza Horizon 2, I can't say enough good things about it. That game was the main reason I got an Xbox One in late August rather than waiting until the end of this year and it delivered. It's got a great open world to drive around in and explore and the races are all a blast as well as stuff like Bucket List Challenges, even one that pays homage to Outrun.
Killer Instinct is definitely a game I'd recommend as well with you being a Nintendo gamer for a long time.
Overall, and I like the Xbox brand a lot so again maybe I'm a little biased, but the Xbox One is a great console, in fact I'm using it a lot more than my PS4 and since Sony entered the games market in 1995 I've considered myself to be mostly a PlayStation guy (I do own a few more 360 games than PS3 ones though).
I just want to mention that only a few hours in, and Lost Odyssey is already one of the best-written RPGs I've ever played. I want more companies to work with acclaimed novelists now, especially if they include little novelettes like LO does. Seriously, each dream has brought me closer to tears than any single game has ever done before, I love it. Not one bit has come off as rushed or contrived. I can't say much about the gameplay, but its handling of the "interactive cutscenes" reminds me of FF9, and there's no way that could be a bad thing. I just hope the whole narrative follows through. If it can hold the main story together, this may very well make it on my top list on its writing alone, and there isn't one other game on my list that can say that.
@SCAR392@Gamer83
I'm going to wait until Black Friday or Boxing Day to see what kind of deals I can get. I'm really interested n the Master Chief Collection.
Oh and one more question. How's the battery life on the controller? I know it's running on AA batteries (or you can get the rechargeable battery pack). Does the controller eat batteries?
@CanisWolfred
It's just a shame no one bought it(Lost Odyssey). Microsoft was trying to appeal to a wider audience with that game, Blue Dragon, and some of the Tales games, but no one bit. I played it some, but I never really invested enough time into it to get very far.
@SCAR392
Oh and one more question. How's the battery life on the controller? I know it's running on AA batteries (or you can get the rechargeable battery pack). Does the controller eat batteries?
I think it runs 5-7 hours on rechargeable AAs. That's what I'm using. I was glued to Dead Rising 3 for a while, so that's about how long I thought they lasted. That's if you use rumble,
@CanisWolfred
It's just a shame no one bought it(Lost Odyssey). Microsoft was trying to appeal to a wider audience with that game, Blue Dragon, and some of the Tales games, but no one bit. I played it some, but I never really invested enough time into it to get very far.
Did you at least get to the first dream thing? Those are really the stars of the show.
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