Hard to believe the Konami of old & the Konami of new. With the amazing arcade & console games they have produced in there heyday. We get mediocre ports at best of Metal gear. Good job they gave way forward another crack at Contra. But even that looks suspect. Especially compared to DS contra 4.
@NeonPizza yes get what your saying, for me the techs great. Its all about the games, no blood & truth, Astrobot, ocean descent agreed that should be VR2. Polybius, Tempest. Something from Naughty dog, insomniac, Santa Monica studios, Konami. Personally I love 3rd person games in VR the scale. Immersion, stereoscopic 3D just looks incredible. Little nightmares would be a perfect fit. Also do you remember Starchild on VR1 that had serious potential for being the Metroid VR experience for PlayStation. Like I said hopefully things will get better. It seems Sony is being run by individuals who aren't gamers & don't have a clue. But it's all about profit & they seem to think live service games are the answer.
@NeonPizza again feel exactly the same way, it's annoy when games do look fantastic. Besides all the retro stuff. I love stuff like the original God of war games, Dantes inferno. Proper epic adventure hack n slashers. But now great games like that are considered to linear!! Some of us love linear. Not constant open world grind fests. Even Spiderman 2 is being criticised for being to short lol. Robocop to linear. Enjoying Spiderman, intend to get Robocop soon. Regards to VR2 I picked one up at launch, again amazing tech being let down by support. Because devs don't want to be creative or Sony doesn't. Starting to regret the purchase, especially no Astrobot!! Hopefully next year. Things really need to change the industry is going to the dogs slowly.
@NeonPizza yes that's the problem with the industry today. Its all about sales, no risks. If something doesn't sell millions its regarded as a failure. Its all soulslike, Metroidvania. Roguelite, open world cut & paste. The glory days of the Japanese gaming eras has long gone unfortunately. Luckily I have plenty of amazing retro kit & games to relive those times.
@NeonPizza hey I'm totally with you, everything has its place. But all this constant whining about tech specs drives me mad. I like some of today's games. But mostly I play retro arcade & consoles. Still some of the best video games ever made are on Megadrive & Snes. Incredible chip tunes, with stunning pixel art. This constant obsession with 4k, frame rates, Ray tracing is a piss take really. Videogaming doesn't have to be about realism far from it, its about fun engaging games. Something Nintendo has never lost. But even they aren't as good as they used to be though. And agree can't beat CRT for gaming, motion blur is a nightmare on today's TVs.
@NeonPizza totally agree innovation would be great. Something Nintendo always brought to the table. New hardware from them is always exciting, you never really know what to expect. Personally I don't give a ***** about specs anymore. The obsession with it today is a joke, games look amazing now regardless. The bottom line is game play something Nintendo deliver in spades, isn't that what video gaming is about. Digital Foundry need to get a life & Just play games.
This should be a no brainer now, all the games I have downloaded on Switch. I should be able to play on the new system. Sick to death of being forced to rebuy games. That's why I hate downloads. Luckily Sony did the right thing with PS4 to PS5. Everything I owned on 4 is on my 5.
Funny review, bigs it right up to not earth shattering lol. But then what is nowadays, let's face it everything has been done. Most games are just copy & paste of what was before. But Nintendo always manage to deliver.
@LieutenantPete yes unfortunately I need to come to terms with the games industry doesn't cater or particularly give a damn about a 52 year old gamer lol. But open world is getting monotonous, along with Metroidvania, roguelite. Its like PSVR2 purchased one but again disappointed with the range if games.
@LieutenantPete yes & no still prefer 16bit gaming personally. Most games nowadays are padded out with unnecessary crap to justify the price tag. Sick to death of openworld roguelite stuff to be honest. For me the industry feels stuck in a rut. Love games like Uncharted, Dantes inferno, original God of war. Linear is a dirty word in today's gaming.
@LikelySatan totally agree, unfortunately Sega aren't what they used to be for sure. Its annoying with all the the amazing back catalogue they have as well.
@LikelySatan personally I always saw this game having co-op a big flaw. Its inevitable that players would get split completely messing up the experience. But hey each to there own. I never play on line or co-op so solo is always for me.
The unnecessary co-op brought down the ps5 review. Personally i will play solo so easily an 8/10 for me. Developers really need to stop making games that fits all, because it just ***** things up.
The 3DS version will always be best, thanks to the stereoscopic 3D. The depth in the rooms looks stunning. But I will still buy the Switch version for the collection, and to play it through again.
I got really excited, until I seen the trailer. Looks like some app store game. Obviously no passion put into this what so ever. Maybe things might improve by next year, but highly unlikely.
@Coffeemonstah exactly totally agree, it's hard to believe all of these amazing Konami games are confined to gaming history. Thank God I still have my retro kit.
God what happened to Konami, from the classic Arcade, 8,16,32 bit golden age. An incredible back catalogue of awesomeness that's basically been forgotten about. But I shouldn't be surprised with this crap industry & obsession with openworld, soulslike dross.
I have all three on the Legendary NES, amazing games my favourite is the 2nd game though. This looks nice, but would of preferred pixel artwork. The originals look so great 👍
Absolutely love SNK especially the NEOGEO. Would be great to have more SNK shmups revived like the awesome Andros dunos 2. Imagine sequels to Last resort, Alpha mission 2, Pulstar, Blazing star. Etc..
Meh looks ok, still won't ever match the quality it's trying to emulate. 16bit forever!! When it comes to the new release of Earthion on Megadrive next year that's going to have incredible pixel art fidelity.
To be honest I play more 8,16,32 bit games than current stuff. Have a PS5 & Switch. Play Switch more than PS5. Specs don't interest me anymore probably because most of the games produced are the same crap, mainly open world dross!! Devs unfortunately don't give a monkeys about the older demographic anymore. There are so many games from the 80s 90s golden era that could be re imagined for today's tech. But devs refuse to do so because its all about the money & pandering to the usual crowd!! Least Nintendo do there own thing & let Sony & microsoft slug it out on tech wars.
Again love these collectors editions. But I'm happy with my original copies of Rondo & castlevania iv, on my Duo & Snes. Personally the best two vania's in my opinion. Yes I have Sotn on playstation but still prefer the original formula.
Still prefer the gorgeous pixel art from, Castle of illusion, World of illusion, Magical quest, Mickey Mania. On Megadrive & Snes:) this title looks lifeless compared.
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Re: Video: Digital Foundry's Technical Analysis Of Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 1
Hard to believe the Konami of old & the Konami of new. With the amazing arcade & console games they have produced in there heyday. We get mediocre ports at best of Metal gear. Good job they gave way forward another crack at Contra. But even that looks suspect. Especially compared to DS contra 4.
Re: Digital Foundry Digs Into The Nvidia Chip Rumoured To Power 'Switch 2'
@NeonPizza yes get what your saying, for me the techs great. Its all about the games, no blood & truth, Astrobot, ocean descent agreed that should be VR2. Polybius, Tempest. Something from Naughty dog, insomniac, Santa Monica studios, Konami. Personally I love 3rd person games in VR the scale. Immersion, stereoscopic 3D just looks incredible. Little nightmares would be a perfect fit. Also do you remember Starchild on VR1 that had serious potential for being the Metroid VR experience for PlayStation. Like I said hopefully things will get better. It seems Sony is being run by individuals who aren't gamers & don't have a clue. But it's all about profit & they seem to think live service games are the answer.
Re: Digital Foundry Digs Into The Nvidia Chip Rumoured To Power 'Switch 2'
@NeonPizza again feel exactly the same way, it's annoy when games do look fantastic. Besides all the retro stuff. I love stuff like the original God of war games, Dantes inferno. Proper epic adventure hack n slashers. But now great games like that are considered to linear!! Some of us love linear. Not constant open world grind fests. Even Spiderman 2 is being criticised for being to short lol. Robocop to linear. Enjoying Spiderman, intend to get Robocop soon. Regards to VR2 I picked one up at launch, again amazing tech being let down by support. Because devs don't want to be creative or Sony doesn't. Starting to regret the purchase, especially no Astrobot!! Hopefully next year. Things really need to change the industry is going to the dogs slowly.
Re: Digital Foundry Digs Into The Nvidia Chip Rumoured To Power 'Switch 2'
@NeonPizza yes that's the problem with the industry today. Its all about sales, no risks. If something doesn't sell millions its regarded as a failure. Its all soulslike, Metroidvania. Roguelite, open world cut & paste. The glory days of the Japanese gaming eras has long gone unfortunately. Luckily I have plenty of amazing retro kit & games to relive those times.
Re: Digital Foundry Digs Into The Nvidia Chip Rumoured To Power 'Switch 2'
@NeonPizza hey I'm totally with you, everything has its place. But all this constant whining about tech specs drives me mad. I like some of today's games. But mostly I play retro arcade & consoles. Still some of the best video games ever made are on Megadrive & Snes. Incredible chip tunes, with stunning pixel art. This constant obsession with 4k, frame rates, Ray tracing is a piss take really. Videogaming doesn't have to be about realism far from it, its about fun engaging games. Something Nintendo has never lost. But even they aren't as good as they used to be though. And agree can't beat CRT for gaming, motion blur is a nightmare on today's TVs.
Re: Digital Foundry Digs Into The Nvidia Chip Rumoured To Power 'Switch 2'
@NeonPizza totally agree innovation would be great. Something Nintendo always brought to the table. New hardware from them is always exciting, you never really know what to expect. Personally I don't give a ***** about specs anymore. The obsession with it today is a joke, games look amazing now regardless. The bottom line is game play something Nintendo deliver in spades, isn't that what video gaming is about. Digital Foundry need to get a life & Just play games.
Re: Sega's First Super Game Making Steady Progress, Still Targeting 2026 Release
Well it's obviously going to be some kind of MMO. Count me out straight away.
Re: Classic Horror Beat 'Em Up 'Night Slashers' Is Coming Back To Life In An All-New Remake
Can't beat proper pixel art, doesn't look bad though.
Re: Newly Discovered Nintendo Filing Shows Off "Dual-Screen, Detachable Device"
Maybe something like the Samsung flip when opened gives a bigger screen. Cant wait to find out.
Re: 'The Meating' Is A Brand New NES Game Heading To Kickstarter Today
Looks great, but Sam's journey on NES is my priority.
Re: Talking Point: Along With Joy-Con Drift, What Does Nintendo Have To 'Fix' With 'Switch 2'?
Most things on this list bother me or interest me. Besides joy-con drift. I'm old school, all I want is great fun games.
Re: Nintendo Accounts To "Help Ease" Next-Gen Transition, According To Doug Bowser
This should be a no brainer now, all the games I have downloaded on Switch. I should be able to play on the new system. Sick to death of being forced to rebuy games. That's why I hate downloads. Luckily Sony did the right thing with PS4 to PS5. Everything I owned on 4 is on my 5.
Re: Review: Super Mario Bros. Wonder - The Best 2D Mario Since The Super NES
Funny review, bigs it right up to not earth shattering lol. But then what is nowadays, let's face it everything has been done. Most games are just copy & paste of what was before. But Nintendo always manage to deliver.
Re: Video: Sonic Superstars Side-By-Side Graphics Comparison (Switch & PS5)
@LieutenantPete yes unfortunately I need to come to terms with the games industry doesn't cater or particularly give a damn about a 52 year old gamer lol. But open world is getting monotonous, along with Metroidvania, roguelite. Its like PSVR2 purchased one but again disappointed with the range if games.
Re: Review: Sonic Superstars - A Fine, Authentic-Feeling Return That Runs Great On Switch
Definitely getting this, not interested in co-op. Only single player for me:)
Re: Video: Sonic Superstars Side-By-Side Graphics Comparison (Switch & PS5)
@LieutenantPete yes & no still prefer 16bit gaming personally. Most games nowadays are padded out with unnecessary crap to justify the price tag. Sick to death of openworld roguelite stuff to be honest. For me the industry feels stuck in a rut. Love games like Uncharted, Dantes inferno, original God of war. Linear is a dirty word in today's gaming.
Re: Video: Sonic Superstars Side-By-Side Graphics Comparison (Switch & PS5)
@GoshJosh yes that's the scary thing, I remember when games were £1.99 to £10 lol 😆
Re: Video: Sonic Superstars Side-By-Side Graphics Comparison (Switch & PS5)
Looks fantastic, but the price of new games is getting ridiculous. Spider man 2 on ps5 is a prime example.
Re: Site News: So, Where's Our Sonic Superstars Review?
@LikelySatan again totally agree, give these old franchises to devs that really are passionate about retro gaming.
Re: Site News: So, Where's Our Sonic Superstars Review?
@LikelySatan totally agree, unfortunately Sega aren't what they used to be for sure. Its annoying with all the the amazing back catalogue they have as well.
Re: Site News: So, Where's Our Sonic Superstars Review?
@LikelySatan personally I always saw this game having co-op a big flaw. Its inevitable that players would get split completely messing up the experience. But hey each to there own. I never play on line or co-op so solo is always for me.
Re: Site News: So, Where's Our Sonic Superstars Review?
The unnecessary co-op brought down the ps5 review. Personally i will play solo so easily an 8/10 for me. Developers really need to stop making games that fits all, because it just ***** things up.
Re: Flashback 2 Looks Ahead To November Release With New Story Trailer
This looks amazing, also looks perfect to play on my PS Portal:)
Re: Soapbox: 'Switch 2' Doesn't Really Need Backwards Compatibility
Definitely be nice for all the Eshop games I have purchased to carry over. Let's wait and see I guess.
Re: The Famicom Just Won An Award At The Tokyo Game Awards 2023
And deservedly so the Famicom/Nes is Legendary. Personally though the 16 bit era should be awarded as well. Simply the best console gen ever !!!
Re: Onimusha Looks Stunning In Netflix's First Anime Trailer
Onimusha PS2 games are classics !!
Re: Video: Luigi's Mansion 2 HD Side-By-Side Graphics Comparison (Switch & 3DS)
The 3DS version will always be best, thanks to the stereoscopic 3D. The depth in the rooms looks stunning. But I will still buy the Switch version for the collection, and to play it through again.
Re: Internal Xbox Email Details Desire To Acquire Nintendo
I hope nintendo told him to politely Funk off !!
Re: Contra: Operation Galuga Blasts Onto Switch In Early 2024
I got really excited, until I seen the trailer. Looks like some app store game. Obviously no passion put into this what so ever. Maybe things might improve by next year, but highly unlikely.
Re: Nintendo Direct September 2023: Time, Where To Watch, Our Predictions
I still think personally Metroid 4 will be a launch title for the new console. To show case the new tech. Let's hope for a few surprises tomorrow.
Re: Feature: 'Rugrats' Dev's Mission To Make NES-Style Games "That Should Have Existed"
NES version looks brilliant, great to see new games for this amazing system.
Re: Working On F-Zero GX Taught Producer Toshihiro Nagoshi How To "Satisfy A Fanbase"
@Giancarlothomaz definitely old school, love the Snes & N64 versions. WII U version was good let down by the controls.
Re: Working On F-Zero GX Taught Producer Toshihiro Nagoshi How To "Satisfy A Fanbase"
Brilliant series it's about time it was resurrected. Along with Starfox.
Re: UK Charts: Nintendo Remains Strong As Starfield Warps Into View
I'll wait for Mario in October, straight to number 1.
Re: Nintendo's New Employee Retention Rate Is 98.8% In Japan
If I worked for Nintendo, I would live there lol 😆 😂
Re: Video: Konami's Most Exciting New Release Isn't Metal Gear Solid
@Coffeemonstah exactly totally agree, it's hard to believe all of these amazing Konami games are confined to gaming history. Thank God I still have my retro kit.
Re: Video: Konami's Most Exciting New Release Isn't Metal Gear Solid
@bronZfonZ yes I know. That's what I mean. The Konami of old are long gone unfortunately.
Re: Video: Konami's Most Exciting New Release Isn't Metal Gear Solid
God what happened to Konami, from the classic Arcade, 8,16,32 bit golden age. An incredible back catalogue of awesomeness that's basically been forgotten about. But I shouldn't be surprised with this crap industry & obsession with openworld, soulslike dross.
Re: Ubisoft's Cancelled 'Immortals 2' Project Reportedly Took Inspiration From Elden Ring
Inspiration from Elden ring, that's every game nowadays in this copy & paste ***** show of an industry.
Re: Natsume's NES Side-Scroller Shadow Of The Ninja Is Getting A Remake On Switch
I have all three on the Legendary NES, amazing games my favourite is the 2nd game though. This looks nice, but would of preferred pixel artwork. The originals look so great 👍
Re: The King Of Fighters XIII Global Match Launches On Switch This November
Let's have some more SNK classics return. We had the awesome Andros Dunos 2. What about those other amazing shmups on the Neo.
Re: SNK Shares First Look At Fatal Fury: City Of The Wolves
Absolutely love SNK especially the NEOGEO. Would be great to have more SNK shmups revived like the awesome Andros dunos 2. Imagine sequels to Last resort, Alpha mission 2, Pulstar, Blazing star. Etc..
Re: Review: Tiny Thor - A Neo-Retro Delight That Feels Like A Lost Genesis Game
Meh looks ok, still won't ever match the quality it's trying to emulate. 16bit forever!! When it comes to the new release of Earthion on Megadrive next year that's going to have incredible pixel art fidelity.
Re: Metroid Dread Wasn't A "Chaotic" Project, Working With Nintendo Was "Game Changing", Says Dev
The power of 2D gaming !! Take note devs there is a market for quality true 2D gaming 👌
Re: Rumour: Nintendo Is Targeting A 2024 Release For The Switch Successor
To be honest I play more 8,16,32 bit games than current stuff. Have a PS5 & Switch. Play Switch more than PS5. Specs don't interest me anymore probably because most of the games produced are the same crap, mainly open world dross!! Devs unfortunately don't give a monkeys about the older demographic anymore. There are so many games from the 80s 90s golden era that could be re imagined for today's tech. But devs refuse to do so because its all about the money & pandering to the usual crowd!! Least Nintendo do there own thing & let Sony & microsoft slug it out on tech wars.
Re: "We Have To Do This Now" - Sonic Mania Devs On Creating Chaotic Yo-Yo Platformer Penny's Big Breakaway
This looks great 👍 love the art style and fidelity. Will be definitely watching this one.
Re: Castlevania Advance Collection Scores A Physical Switch Release, Pre-Orders Live
Again love these collectors editions. But I'm happy with my original copies of Rondo & castlevania iv, on my Duo & Snes. Personally the best two vania's in my opinion. Yes I have Sotn on playstation but still prefer the original formula.
Re: Round Up: The Reviews Are In For Disney Illusion Island
Still prefer the gorgeous pixel art from, Castle of illusion, World of illusion, Magical quest, Mickey Mania. On Megadrive & Snes:) this title looks lifeless compared.
Re: Review: Double Dragon Gaiden: Rise Of The Dragons - Likeable, But Lacks Its Peers' Punch
Glad i cancelled my preorder on this. I will stick with the classics.
Re: New Star GP Brings Retro-Inspired Racing To Switch Later This Year
More retro racers the better, day one