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Howdy r/Games. A new generation of consoles is kicking off and to celebrate we will be creating a series of megathreads for specific topics related to each console's launch. We will keep this thread stickied for the coming days as a hub for all of the discussions we create (since reddit has restrictions for how many threads can be stickied at once). We will have user impression threads, technical issue threads, launch hype threads and much more. We are excited for the launches and a lot of us will be gaming it up - if we let anything slip through the cracks give us a shout in modmail, if you'd like to hangout and chat with some of the r/Games users or moderators, we have a Discord server you can jump into.
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Welcome to the r/Games Pre-launch Impression Thread for the Xbox Series X/S and Playstation 5. We have had a massive amount of information become available over the past several weeks - this thread will serve as a discussion hub for some of the recent topics that aren't normally permitted as their own threads, or for topics you may have missed initial discussions over.
Release Date: November 10
Price:
| Region | Series X | Series S |
|---|---|---|
| USA | $499 | $299 |
| UK | ยฃ449 | ยฃ249 |
| Australia | $749AU | $499AU |
| Canada | $599.99 | $379.99 |
Additional Regional prices can be found in this thread. Credit to /u/Be1con
Information:
Threads:
Subreddits: r/Xbox r/XboxSeriesX r/XboxSeriesS
Release Date: November 12
Price:
| Region | Physical | Digital |
|---|---|---|
| USA | $499 | $399 |
| UK | ยฃ449 | ยฃ359 |
| EU | โฌ499.99 | โฌ399.99 |
| JP | ยฅ49,980 | ยฅ49,980 |
(If anyone has more regional prices let us know and we can add them, thanks!)
Information:
Pre-orders started yesterday, have been sporadically available off and on through various retailers.
Homepage: PS5 Console
Threads:
Subreddits: r/PS5
(Please feel free to contribute your own top-level topics/discussions, these are just to jump-start the conversation)
Games - Are you happy with the launch titles of each system? How do you feel about titles being available across generations? Any games you are surprised to see or looking forward to seeing soon?
Hardware - Are the specs / expected performance what you were expecting? Any letdowns or surprises? How do you feel about the difference in hardware between SKUs?
Services - Are the digital services being offered by each company comparable? Do you feel like services such as Xbox Live/PS Plus/Game Pass are a good value this coming generation?
Aesthetics - How do you feel about the new console designs? Are the sizes a concern for you? Are you happy with the current color selections? How do the new controllers look?
Price/Retail - How do you feel about the current prices in your region? Are they fair for the hardware? How has your experience been with ordering the systems? Are you going to wait awhile to make a purchase?
Reveal Strategies - How did have did you feel about the way each console was revealed? Did it take too long to get information? Were things announced too far apart? Do you feel as hyped this generation in comparison to last?
Accessories - Are the available accessories what you expected from the new lineup? Anything lacking or surprising?
Blog Link: https://www.rocketleague.com/news/play-rocket-league-on-xbox-series-x--series-s--and-playstation-5/
The Xbox Series X|S and the PlayStation 5 are launching this week, and you can feel the excitement! We're pleased to announce that you'll be able to play and enjoy Rocket League on all the new consoles at launch, and your Rocket Pass progress and inventory will transfer to the new consoles with your Epic Games Account. Players will enjoy significantly faster load times and improved splitscreen performance on all new consoles. Plus, there are some special enhancements coming to the game later this year depending on where you're playing. Check all the enhancements for each platform below:
Available at launch: runs at 4K resolution at 60 FPS with HDR.
Following a game update later this year, a new "Video Quality" setting will be added within the Video tab of the Settings menu, allowing users to select Quality vs Performance.
Quality:
4K resolution at 60 FPS with HDR
HDR requires HDR10 compatible display and HDMI 2.0 cable or better (included with Xbox Series X)
4K capable display required to experience 4K UHD. If a 1080p display is used, the game will render at 1080p supersampled from 4K.
Performance:
Game runs at 2688x1512 resolution (70% of full 4K) at 120 FPS with HDR
Game UI runs in 4K
4K capable display required to experience 4K UHD. If a 1080p display is used, the game will render at 1080p supersampled from 2688x1512.
HDR and 120 Hz require a compatible display, as well as Ultra High Speed HDMI 2.1 cable (included with Xbox Series X)
Available at launch: runs at 1080p resolution at 60 FPS with HDR
Following a game update later this year, a new โVideo Qualityโ setting will be added within the Video tab of the Settings menu, allowing users to select Quality vs Performance.
Quality:
1080p Resolution at 60 FPS with HDR
HDR requires compatible HDR10 display
Performance:
Game runs at 1344x756 (70% of Full 1080p) Resolution at 120 FPS with HDR
UI displays at 1080p
Requires a TV or monitor 120 Hz capable display
HDR requires a compatible HDR10 Display and High Speed HDMI 2.0 cable (included with Xbox Series S)
Available at launch: 4K Resolution (checkerboard) at 60 FPS with High Dynamic Range (HDR)
4K and HDR require compatible displays
Requires compatible HDMI cable (included with PlayStation 5)
Stay tuned for more info on the exact timing of next month's game update. We hope you enjoy these enhancements to Rocket League on your new consoles!
EDIT: Hi all, we wanted to add some context for why PS5 players won't be able to play at 120 fps. Our teamโs main focus this year was our recent free to play transition, and updating major features like our Tournaments system. While working on these updates, we had to make some tough decisions on what else we could achieve. Enabling 120hz on Xbox Series X|S is a minor patch, but enabling it on PS5 requires a full native port due to how backwards compatibility is implemented on the console, and unfortunately this wasnโt possible due to our focus elsewhere.
"GameStopโs flagship store will develop into three different levels. In the basement there will be the gaming arena, where it will be possible to try out all the newest video games. On the first floor there is a 270ยฐ LED wall created to offer an immersive experience. Finally, on the second floor, there is the sales area, in this case completely renovated. For the first time GameStop has created three different sections dedicated to different consumers, namely ProGaming, ProStreamer and Home. This way, customers can find the perfect product for their needs. Whether itโs a gaming monitor for the esports enthusiast, a streaming microphone for the professional streamer, or a comfortable gaming chair for the everyday user, youโll find it all." Source.
https://i.redd.it/x20k71nbqwta1.jpghttps://i.redd.it/hox29zmbqwta1.jpghttps://i.redd.it/u0ns61nbqwta1.jpghttps://www.gamestop.it/viaTorinoGood afternoon r/hardwareswap.
First off, Happy Holidays.
For the past month or so I've obtained several game consoles. The objective has been to beat out scalpers or bots that buy these high-demand consoles and let people this holiday season have the chance to purchase them. I won't be seeking to profit on these sales. The goal is to see these consoles reach someone's home this holiday season as a Christmas present, or hey for yourself too!
Consoles For Sale:
* (2 Units) New Xbox Series X - Price: $575.61 + shipping
>Price detailing: MSRP $500 + $39.18 (tax) + $31.43 (time/labor/transaction fee from my end) + $5 (fee correction) + shipping = $575.61 + shipping
>One of the Xbox Series X is new open-box. I opened it just to inspect the console. It's still new and never been used (console, controller, and cables are still in packaging).
SOLD:
1x Xbox Series X to /u/iPodAddict181
1x Xbox Series X to /u/MayMay300
BONUS:
Just in time another order of an Xbox Series X I was fortunate to get a few days ago has arrived.
There's (1) additional Xbox Series X console that I'll be selecting for someone in the coming days.
Price - $575.61 + shipping
SOLD to /u/My-Roots
Timestamps of the additional Series X console seals has been added to the imgur link
* (2 Units) New Playstation 5 (Disc Edition) - Price: $575.61 + shipping
>Price detailing: MSRP $500 + $39.18 (tax) + $31.43 (time/labor/transaction fee from my end) + $5 (fee correction)+ shipping = $575.61 + shipping
Both Playstation 5 Consoles are brand new and sealed.
SOLD:
1x PS5 (Disc) to /u/MarcuuM_
1x PS5 (Disc) to /u/Iokathaz
(2 Units) New Nintendo Switch OLED (White) - Price: $405.04 + shipping
Price detailing: MSRP $350 + $28.87 (tax) + $21.17 (time/labor/transaction fee from my end) + $5 (fee correction) + shipping = $405.04 + shipping
Both Nintendo Switch OLED (White) consoles are brand new and sealed.
Forgot to mention, one must comment here before PM'ing and have a trade history.
Timestamp: https://imgur.com/a/00WcrNt
I will avoid selling to resellers. I'll take my time with selling these consoles to proper buyers.
Update:
Another important note is that I've been receiving offers of $600 + shipping for the consoles. I'm flattered but I'll be sticking with the listed price for all buyers.
What I will do is enable buyers to donate more if they wish but this is separate of the console price and (obviously) optional.
PayPal Friends & Services even has a donation option in the invoice I believe, so I"ll be using that.
The proceeds of the donations will be used for toys and essential goods (blankets, food, clothing) I can purchase to donate in Holiday Food Drives.
(I'll be adding an imgur of the stuff I plan to purchase from the potential donations). Mods let me know if this okay to do if not I'll remove this option.
Thank you everyone for the support!
The consoles have to ship by December 15th or so for them to arrive in time for Christmas (or sooner).
Thanks!