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So Phil Spencer, CEO of Microsoft Gaming/Xbox confirmed today what I think we already knew that 4 games will be coming to other platforms in this video.

At 1:00 he says:

"So we made the decision that we are going to take 4 games to the other consoles. Just 4 games. Not a change to our fundamental exclusive strategy. We're making this decision for specific reasons."

When asked what these 4 games were, Phil doesn't really disclose what they were but did confirm that they wouldn't be either Starfield or Indiana Jones. He simply says that they're more than a year old and that two games would be service-based games while the other two would be "smaller games that weren't really meant to be kind of platform exclusives."

He also says this at around 2:45:

And I do have a fundamental belief that over the next 5 to 10 years. That exclusive games, games that are exclusive to one piece of hardware, are going to be a smaller and smaller part of the games industry.

I can't remember if it was a week or however long ago, but this seems to corroborate a lot of the discussion that Xbox was going to put their exclusives on Playstation and Nintendo Switch. Hence why Microsoft put on this conference.

I'm not sure if this discussion already happened yet here on , but I think it could be worthwhile to talk about. Especially sense Microsoft is testing the waters here and if it's successful, you're probably going to see a slew of other exclusive titles come to PS5 and Switch.

I mean, Starfield isn't coming now, but who is to say that it's not going to be available on PS5 after that 1 year period?

TL;DR: The Microsoft Gaming/Xbox CEO, Phil Spencer, confirms that 4 exclusive Xbox titles are coming to Switch and/or PS5. Curious about anyone's thoughts about it on this subreddit.

So, I am an average 27 year old middle class guy without a decently paying job, like every other 90's kid it's always been my dream to own a console or a gaming PC in my lifetime. I have loved gaming since I was a child and gaming is one of the things in my life I am still passionate about. I remember dreaming about owning a PS-2 and I was so obsessed with getting one, but parents and their unrealistic % goals never made it possible to have one. The feeling of getting to play the Playstation-2 at a friends or relatives house without time limit of gaming cafes was something else. But, Before I knew it, i was in class 10th then 12th board exams, after that college and then life. That 15 year old kid never got his dream fulfilled and there was always this void of missing out playing the most recent AAA titles watching youtube videos of gameplays only satisfied the dream of owning a console that much. Fast forward 2023, I got a call from my cousin brother who knows I love gaming and he said that one of his online gaming buddy is selling off his xbox series S as he is buying an PS-5 and luckily got a sweet deal in 16k with a controller and 6months of gamepass ultimate, I had around 12k saved up and somehow managed another 4k and then got it delivered to my home and my god! The 15 year old me was back again jumping up and down. I always knew that I can't afford these expensive games worth 3-4k but the gamepass library along with some games which the previous owner had already bought got me an amazing package and I played my xbox for hours and hours, Forza Horizon 5, Cod MW 1 & 2, Farcry 5, hifi rus' overwatch to name some were some of my favourite titles. To sum up, I want to thank Microsoft for making Xbox series S in such a budget range even though i have brought a second hand device and giving so much flexibility with the Gamepass. That 15 year old kid thanks you, his dream of owning a gaming console is complete and he is playing the games of which he could only see the gameplay videos of on youtube and only wonder when will he be able to play such games. Hearing the news of xbox might kill its console business has made me a little sad, because I was a playstation fanboy but xbox has just made me a fan for lifetime. If this reaches the team, this is not me but that 15 year old kid who thanks you for making his childhood dream possible. If you read it this far, feel free to share your story in comments below.

So, I am an average 27 year old middle class guy without a decently paying job, like every other 90's kid it's always been my dream to own a console or a gaming PC in my lifetime. I have loved gaming since I was a child and gaming is one of the things in my life I am still passionate about. I remember dreaming about owning a PS-2 and I was so obsessed with getting one, but parents and their unrealistic % goals never made it possible to have one. The feeling of getting to play the Playstation-2 at a friends or relatives house without time limit of gaming cafes was something else. But, Before I knew it, i was in class 10th then 12th board exams, after that college and then life. That 15 year old kid never got his dream fulfilled and there was always this void of missing out playing the most recent AAA titles watching youtube videos of gameplays only satisfied the dream of owning a console that much.

Fast forward 2023, I got a call from my cousin brother who knows I love gaming and he said that one of his online gaming buddy is selling off his xbox series S as he is buying an PS-5 and luckily got a sweet deal in 16k with a controller and 6months of gamepass ultimate, I had around 12k saved up and somehow managed another 4k and then got it delivered to my home and my god! The 15 year old me was back again jumping up and down. I always knew that I can't afford these expensive games worth 3-4k but the gamepass library along with some games which the previous owner had already bought got me an amazing package and I played my xbox for hours and hours, Forza Horizon 5, Cod MW 1 & 2, Farcry 5, hifi rush overwatch to name some were some of my fav. titles.

To sum up, I want to thank Microsoft for making Xbox series S in such a budget range even though i have brought a second hand device and giving so much flexibility with the Gamepass. That 15 year old kid thanks you, his dream of owning a gaming console is complete and he is playing the games of which he could only see the gameplay videos of on youtube and only wonder when will he be able to play such games. Hearing the news of xbox might kill its console business has made me a little sad, because I was a playstation fanboy but xbox has just made me a fan for lifetime. If this reaches the team, this is not me but that 15 year old kid who thanks you for making his childhood dream possible. If you read it this far, feel free to share your story in comments below.

So, I am an average 27 year old middle class guy without a decently paying job, like every other 90's kid it's always been my dream to own a console or a gaming PC in my lifetime. I have loved gaming since I was a child and gaming is one of the things in my life I am still passionate about. I remember dreaming about owning a PS-2 and I was so obsessed with getting one, but parents and their unrealistic % goals never made it possible to have one. The feeling of getting to play the Playstation-2 at a friends or relatives house without time limit of gaming cafes was something else. But, Before I knew it, i was in class 10th then 12th board exams, after that college and then life. That 15 year old kid never got his dream fulfilled and there was always this void of missing out playing the most recent AAA titles watching youtube videos of gameplays only satisfied the dream of owning a console that much. Fast forward 2023, I got a call from my cousin brother who knows I love gaming and he said that one of his online gaming buddy is selling off his xbox series S as he is buying an PS-5 and luckily got a sweet deal in 16k with a controller and 6months of gamepass ultimate, I had around 12k saved up and somehow managed another 4k and then got it delivered to my home and my god! The 15 year old me was back again jumping up and down. I always knew that I can't afford these expensive games worth 3-4k but the gamepass library along with some games which the previous owner had already bought got me an amazing package and I played my xbox for hours and hours, Forza Horizon 5, Cod MW 1 & 2, Farcry 5, hifi rus' overwatch to name some were some of my favo titles. To sum up, I want to thank Microsoft for making Xbox series S in such a budget range even though i have brought a second hand device and giving so much flexibility with the Gamepass. That 15 year old kid thanks you, his dream of owning a gaming console is complete and he is playing the games of which he could only see the gameplay videos of on youtube and only wonder when will he be able to play such games. Hearing the news of xbox might kill its console business has made me a little sad, because I was a playstation fanboy but xbox has just made me a fan for lifetime. If this reaches the team, this is not me but that 15 year old kid who thanks you for making his childhood dream possible. If you read it this far, feel free to share your story in comments below.

Seriously wtf Sony?! Literally the only time I would ever buy a PS5 😭

Should I wait until there’s a bundle or just buy the console and game separately, really didn’t want to have to spend $70 on a game.

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~ General Recommendations (All Consoles) For Anyone Who Can't Decide ~

First off, I won't recommend big or famous games like Final Fantasy or Persona, this is more for lesser know, hidden gems, or just games where it's hard to find someone talking about them.

[Ni no Kuni] Series

If you're looking for that great Isekai fantasy adventure feel, then these two games are where it's at. Fantastic visuals and great music, coupled with a great art style, a combo that is perfect for a chill and relaxed gaming experience. Especially when talking about the first game, with the help ofStudio Ghibli, they managed to make a truly whimsical world with that Studio Ghibli classic touch.

- Important Note: The games aren't connected story-wise, so you can start with any of them -

[Wrath of the White Witch]

For a the best fantasy adventure feel, while the combat is a hit or miss depending on your taste, don't let that stop you from actually diving into a true fairy tale world, this is the one with the better story in my opinion, so if you want more story than game, this is for you. Still it has a good share of gameplay, from raising and collecting Pokemon-like monsters, to learning and using different spells, not just in combat but for the overworld too.

[Ni no Kuni™ II: Revenant Kingdom]

This one focuses more on gameplay, with a Kingdom builder, Army battles, Heavy loot focus, and even character collector, this is the one to go with if you want more game than story. Still has the great music and he fantastical art style and setting. Add to that a lot of side activities like beating rare monsters, collecting cute creatures to help you in battle, and even going around the world to gather people to help you build your kingdom. You'll never be short on things to do.

Finally, both of them have beautifully draw world that is just a pleasure to walkthrough, made even better with the amazing orchestral soundtrack.

[Valkyria Chronicles]

[Valkyria Chronicles 4]

This one is really hard to explain through words alone, but just in case, the VC series is a World War 2 military setting story, where you act as the lead of a squad and take mission to drive back the enemy. The story is drama heavy and the gameplay is tactical turn-based, but it's mixed with real-time third person shooter.

You can also make your own army by recruiting different types of solders, training them and upgrading their gear. From rifles to tanks, this is a game you have to experience to understand.

[Wolfstride]

It's a Mecha Arena Fighter where the actual fighting is about 20% of the game. The rest is just running through this very stylistic world, filled with a lot of mini-games, a story set in an alternative history of our real world (if it had different races and mechs I mean), great voice acting, social bonding system, customization, and just a really content heavy game. The start is a bit slow, but once the ball gets rolling your will have a lot to do. It's a really fun game especially if you are a fan of 90s anime.

[Utawarerumono] series

This fantastic visual novel style tactical game is one hell of a ride from start to end. If you're looking for a fantasy JRPG with amazing world building and an epic of story that expands three whole games, there is no reason to not get this whole series. Drama, Comedy, Mystery, Action, Horror, Fan-service, Betrayal, Revenge, Adventure, etc... This is the whole package here when it comes to story, world, and characters. Just don't expect it to be heavy on gameplay and combat.

Prelude to the Fallen is the first game story-wise, the 2nd game is Utawarerumono: Mask of Deception and after that is Utawarerumono: Mask of Truth.

[Sword and Fairy 7: Together Forever]

They did a great job with the presentation of the game. Great voice acting (Chinese), great graphics, amazing music, and an impressive attention to details of the world and it's lore, especially the engineering of the buildings and their decor. Then you have the really beautiful design of each piece of gear, and even just normal attire of each NPC and the disciples of each sect or soldiers of each of the different of each plane (gods, humans, demons).

Then we go to how great looking the monsters and local flora and fauna of each realm. You can feel the intense work that has gone into making and animating each of them. It really is a joy to watch them, as much as it is to watch each environment you see them in. There really isn't enough time to talk about how good the presentation is.

As for the story. First off, I am not an expert in Chinese novels mythology, but I am a big fan of Xianxia and Wuxia novels. So when I say that the story is...good but nothing great, I am saying this as more than just a JRPG fan, but also someone who is very into this type of world and Chinese martial arts fantasy setting. it's nothing that will stick in your mind, apart from the events that take place in some of the beautiful set pieces in the game, or the cut-scenes with beautiful action cheoragphy.

The gameplay is also about average. The side-quests are fun and are worth doing if nothing more than for learning more about the lore and the world. But the actual battles and action gameplay isn't as good as the best ones out there, but it's not bad. I have ran into some bugs, some small, some big, but that was when the game just came out, and it did receive a lot of patches since then. You can tell that they aimed to make a huge triple A production, but didn't have the time or manpower to test a game of this size. It's still fun to play and experience, but the level of gameplay is nowhere near the level of the presentation that the game gives the impression of having just from watching the gameplay or trailers.

If you enjoy walking through magical and fantastic looking JRPG worlds, or if you enjoy Xianxia/Wuxia fiction, then this is an easy choice. Hell even if you don't, it's still worth a go at this price.

[ASTLIBRA Revision]

If you are still itching for side-scroller action JRPGs with a good loot system and a good story and world that you can sink your teeth into, then look no further. A game that was 14 years in development and an extra year to work on this remastered version, was more than worth it. The action is meaty and satisfying, the loot is great with each item having the potential of changing your fighting style, and just so much content to explore and have fun with.

Then you add to that fantastic art work by Shigatake of Vanillaware, he worked on games like Odin Sphere, GrimGrimoire, Muramasa: The Demon Blade and others. Then you finally throw in a huge amazing soundtrack, and when I say huge I mean HUGE. With all of that together you have a really great title that any action JRPG fan shouldn't miss.

[Fuga: Melodies of Steel 1 & 2]

Great game, great art style, and really well made and balanced turn-based combat. That alone is enough to get the game. Then you add the time-management part of the game, where you spend time upgrading the different tank rooms, cooking, exploring ruins, spending time to bond with other characters, and so on. It's also great if you want a game that you can play for an hour or 2 and then put down for later. As the game is played through stages, and once you're done with a stage, you get an intermission to do what you want and come back to it later.

It's not a long game (compared to the usual JRPG), as you mentioned, it's about 20 hours. Story-wise I think it was a bit too short. Gameplay wise it was great fit, because it didn't outstay it's welcome, and it ends when you feel you have mastered the gameplay and want to face the final challenge.

The story is good, but isn't the focus. Gameplay is the main focus. In fact you'll feel that a lot of context isn't told in the story, but instead left for you to either read about in the in-game wiki or just figure out through obvious clues in the story.

There is a big mechanic that this meant to put a lot of pressure on your playthrough (don't worry about it being spoiled because it's literally explained in the first hour of the game). The thing is though, if you have experience in JRPGs or just play in a really well thought out and relaxed manner, then that mechanic might not be as big a deal as they make it seem to be. Yet it's still fun nonetheless.

Fuga 2 is even better. It fixes a lot of the minor issues the first game had, and what's really great, is it improved the "big pressure" mechanic I talked about, and now it actually is a big deal. Then add to that so much little new mechanics added that just makes for a much more fun and challenging game. The 2nd game also continues the same story.

[Ys series]

This is a case of a whole series is filled with great games, it's really hard to go wrong here.

But if you're going to choose one, then this one is an easy pick. Fantastic soundtrack ? check! Great Smooth Action gameplay ? check! Dogi the wall breaker ? check! Base building and crafting ? check! and check! So if you're looking amazing music while you hack and slash your way through monsters and bosses, then Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA is easily your go to game.

[CrossCode]

This is the indie game that puts "Triple A" games to shame. I don't even know where to begin really...the great soundtrack ? The beautiful and amazing pixel graphics ? Satisfying, smooth and impactful combat ? great side-quests and bosses ? Fun and great dungeons ? The expansive skill tree ? The sheer amount of content and work that went into this game, and into making it feel like you're really in an MMORPG is jaw dropping. All of that for dirt cheap price? O_o...If you're still on the fence, you can give the free demo a try first.

Due to running out of space, the Steam sale and recommendations are posted in the comment section.

I have been wanting a Playstation for a long time, and now I finally made a decision, I want a Playstation 5, but which one, a disc or a digital (Slim or not)?
HELP
I had a Wii when i was younger, and I can't make a decision if I want a digital or a disc?
For me money is not the problem. ( But spending less money and saving up is always useful)
Can I play the same games on a PS5 disc as on digital?
I have a cousin who has a PS4 and doesn't use it. But his ps4 is really old so i don't want his.
But he does have some games that I can maybe use.
So is it better for me to buy a disc and then use his games and buy others in the future.
Or should I buy a digital version and buy games myself?

Please help me....

All this talk about the soundtrack, here’s some hard facts that you might need to face: if in the year 2024 you are still expecting the same kind of soundtrack from a video game as what they had 15-20 years ago, you need to accept that 1) you are getting old, and 2) you are out of touch. It’s okay, it happens to all of us. I’m 38, I don’t understand what the fuck my kids see in the music they like that they’ve discovered on their own, I just take whatever victories I can get whenever my kids are into something that I like. Pretty sure my parents felt the same way about me.

The reason the soundtrack is light on hard rock & metal is because there’s literally never been a point in history since those genres were invented where you can say that kind of music is less relevant to mainstream culture. And I say that as a fucking punk rocker, I’m not stoked about it, I just accept reality. Metallica is arguably the biggest metal band in the world, they get 25.2 million monthly listens on Spotify. Post Malone gets 59.8 million. Bad Bunny gets 71.5 million. The Weeknd gets fucking 117 million. That is the world we live in.

But the coolest thing about the world we live in, is that I’m pretty sure both Xbox and Playstation have full Spotify integration, so you can listen to whatever the fuck you want! You don’t have to listen to the same eight songs over and over, you can make a playlist that reflects your unique tastes and you don’t ever have to try to grow or expand your horizons ever again. It’s 2024 and you think Three Days Grace should be on a video game soundtrack? Put “I Hate Everything About You” on loop and rock out as hard as you want, just be careful not to hurt yourself, neck arthritis is a bitch at our age.

EDIT: a of this FAQ has been posted to the wiki.

This post serves as a draft for a Frequently Asked Questions page that will be posted to the subreddit's wiki, and linked to from sticky posts and automoderator comments as appropriate.

Please comment on and discuss the questions and answers, as well as make any suggestions for new ones that you feel might be appropriate. I will use feedback to refine the article, and questions that are too specific for this first very general and introductory FAQ may find their way to more specialized articles that are planned to follow.

Getting Started With Gyro Controls FAQ

Q: What are gyro controls?

A: Gyro controls are a set of motion control schemes that use the gyroscopic sensors found in many modern controllers to control gameplay by measuring how much the controller is rotated.

Interest in them relates primarily to video games, although they have found their way into some other specialized input devices like TV remotes and slideshow presentation controllers, and their use in gaming controllers has branched out into general computing tasks among some users.

Most commonly these controls are used to control a camera, or a gunsight, or a cursor. These schemes are often called gyro aiming and gyro pointing. These are free floating control schemes that operate similarly to computer mice or trackpads, and have sometimes been described as operating as air mice. They often have a reset function associated with them similar to how mice/fingers are lifted off mousepads or touchpads to temporarily disable control and reset position, or there may be a second aiming or pointing control that serves a similar purpose by complementing the gyro controls.

Another control scheme is gyro steering, although the scheme only strictly requires the accelerometer sensors that are often found alongside gyroscopes, and the gyroscope is added to the measurements to increase accuracy. This scheme has very similar attributes and capabilities to a joystick, and measures how much and in what direction the controller tilts with perspective to gravity.

Some other control schemes are labeled as gestural controls or waggle, but they are not the main focus of the Gyro Gaming community and in practice they often use gyroscopes and/or accelerometers in interchangeable ways.

Q: What are gyro controls not?

A: They're not exactly like a mouse, although they translate readily to controlling a mouse cursor and enthusiasts may still describe aiming or pointing as mouselike. They don't need a surface to register motions, and measure rotations instead of linear movement. There are three axes of movement to register rather than only the two that a mouse measures, but almost all uses only involve two axes.

They're not waggle, or at least enthusiasts do not feel that the term is appropriate. Gyro controls are or should be precise, direct, sensitive to both very small and moderately large motions, and do not require dramatic gestures or flailing around. Motion control schemes that fail badly on those descriptions are derisively called waggle by both enthusiasts and detractors of motion controls alike.

Gyro controls operate using some of the same sensor technologies as AR/VR/Mixed reality technologies, but are oriented towards more conventional flat gaming on screens that are not worn as headsets and not used as augmented reality portals.

They are not the (main) Wii controls, even if the motions used are often the same. While a late Wii controller refresh added a gyroscope enabled controller to that console and the console received what was possibly the first modern gyro game (Wii Sports Resort's archery mode), most controls relied on an infrared light emitting sensor bar to allow the controller to sense its direction relative to the screen being played on.

Q: Why should I consider gyro controls?

A: If you enjoy the precision and responsiveness of a mouse, but want to play with a controller or away from a mouse and keyboard.

If you have an injury or disability that prevents you from playing effectively with other input methods.

If you are playing one of the small number of games where gyro controls are considered the most effective way to play.

If gyro controls are available to you but your other more preferred controls are not, such as on a mobile or handheld device or while away from your personal game setup.

Q: Are gyro controls a form of cheating?

A: Some uses of gyro aiming have been labeled as cheating. Most often seen is when thumbstick controls in competitive games that grant them aim assists are translated for use with gyro controls, in much the same way as is more commonly done with mouse controls. Often only thumbstick controls are supposed to have aim assists according to game design and rules.

More commonly the community of gyro gamers plays games that officially support gyro controls, or uses translation methods that are not seen as cheating, such as by translating mouse controls into gyro controls or by playing games without aim assists or competitive elements. Some games or game tournaments have banned input translation regardless of how it is used, which has on a few occasions resulted in sanctions on players and software blocks on input translation tools.

Q: Are gyro controls effective?

A: This question is most often considered in the context of aiming controls. The general feeling in the community is that gyro aiming is broadly competitive with mouse aiming, and that given similar amounts of experience they can be used effectively across most skill ranges, but that this may or may not extend to the highest levels of competitive skill in games that are highly dependent on aiming controls.

The role of gyro aiming at the highest skill levels of competitive play is currently restricted to games that offer gyro aiming, but that do not offer mouse aiming nor aim assist. This may be in part because the number of players using gyro aiming is very small overall, and the control scheme is relatively newer and still growing in number of users.

Individual cases of gyro aiming in games, software tools, and controllers continue to see technological improvements to make the controls more responsive and accurate. The effectiveness of other controls used alongside gyro controls varies greatly depending on the individual game.

Q: Is gyro aiming difficult to learn, use, or master?

A: Compared to learning mouse aiming or thumbstick aiming as a new user the community generally believes that it is easier to learn. For users that have already learned different control schemes, they normally take some time to get to similar levels of skill as with what they are used to.

Having to learn game controller control schemes more generally alongside gyro can slow down the process for those used to keyboards and mice, as will attempting to learn advanced supplemental control styles such as flick stick at the same time as getting used to gyro.

Q: How do I use my hands to rotate the controller?

A: The most commonly recommended way to aim with a two handed gyro controller is to use primarily the wrists and to rotate the controller in place, adding some small movements from the lower arms and/or fingers.

The controller may be held on the lap or stomach, optionally with a pillow in between. Or it may be raised into the air with one or both arms or elbows planted on the player's torso, or on arm rests or into a seat back. Or it may be held into the air with no support given to the controller and arms, although this is not usually recommended. Resting the hands on a table is recommended against because it restricts hand movements too much.

While using a one-handed or split controller using both the lower arm and wrist adds more range of motion.

A less commonly seen option is to use the upper arms or the torso as the main source of movement. This is most often seen with inexperienced users that have guessed that the controls require a lot of large and dramatic motions as some other types of motion controls do, and is not usually recommended other than as a source of humor.

Q: Are these control schemes compatible with injuries or disabilities? Can I use them to address my personal needs?

A: Gyro controls use different motions from many other input schemes, so they can be used to work around injury or disability depending on their exact nature.

The most commonly discussed concern has been wrist injury. Many have used gyro controls to replace mice to address wrist injury. Others have had to limit their use due to severe wrist injury. Concerns about causing injury to healthy wrists have been voiced from non-users, but from personal anecdotes expressed by users that does not appear to be a significant risk.

A strength of gyro controls is that there are a very large number of different options for using different joints and muscles to make motions, which can help to work around body parts that are problematic.

Q: What gaming platform should I choose to get access to gyro gaming?

A: Most individual games do not support gyro controls, but the largest number of known gyro games can be found on the Nintendo Switch.

PlayStation 4/5 also have a considerable library between them.

Some mobile games on Android and iOS support gyro controls.

Practically every game on PC can be played with gyro controls using almost any gyro controller through the use of input mapping software, typically with better motion quality than in console games but requiring more work for the player to set up and for choices to be made around preserving analog movement, controller-accurate button glyphs, or the best possible motion input quality.

Some older game consoles have had more limited libraries of gyro games and some of them require optional controllers not normally included with the systems. These include the Nintendo Wii, Wii U, 3DS, and the Sony PlayStation 3 and Vita.

Q: How can a developer add gyro controls to their game?

A: The primary authority on modern designs for gyro aiming controls is Julian "Jibb" Smart. He has assembled various educational materials to further understanding of how these controls work and to ease practical implementation into games. Many of these can be found on his .

For some good examples of games with gyro aiming consider looking at any game in the Splatoon series as a baseline of simple to make controls and Fortnite for gold standard gyro controls and options.

Q: How do I get PS/Xbox/Switch/PC device glyphs (button icons) in my game to match the controller I'm using or the scheme I'm more familiar with?

A: Generally speaking, if you are using gyro where not supported by the game or console by translating it into a supported input such as a mouse or a joystick, you don't have much control over it. A few games have options for forcing specific glyphs to be shown. In some other cases there are more specialized solutions like finding a third party controller with multiple modes along with the desired glyphs, modding a controller or game, or creatively rebinding keys in-game.

Q: What are my options for gyro controls in console games that do not support them?

A: There are various third party peripherals that enable gyro controls by translating motions to stick movements.

Xim offers a controller as well as a dongle that can each enable gyro controls in all modern and recent consoles. They have some of the best stick translation available, and a very large library of ready made configurations. These are relatively more expensive than most other options.

The ArmorX Pro is an attachment for Xbox Series controllers that adds a gyroscope and four extra buttons on the underside.

The Brook X One SE is a gyro attachment for Xbox One controllers that also works with Xbox One Elite controllers.

Q: What's the best PC handheld with gyro?

A: Active community members commonly point to the Valve Steam Deck. Benefits include possibly the best motion sensing available in a handheld PC, and having the most popular gyro software running natively and by default.

Outside of the Deck there are handhelds with higher performance and wider game compatibility, but gyro support and other control options are found to be somewhat poorer.

Q: What gyro tools should I use on PC?

A: All input translation software useful for gyro controls has some features not found in any other package, but the following are sorted roughly in order of popularity in the community:

Steam Input is the most popular, and is commonly cited as the most accessible and easiest to use and as having among the best quality of motion. It is a part of Steam and so it is already running for most users when they are playing games. It is also available on Linux. Available free of charge.

JoyShockMapper features the original implementations of Flick Stick, Player Space, and various other advanced gyro features. It is configured through text files and commands and has an extremely high level of user control. Available free of charge, open source software.

ReWASD has extremely broad support for different controllers, some of which are not well supported by any of the other software in this list. Notable for highly customizable acceleration curves. It can emulate a DualShock 4 controller for use with games that natively support them. Paid software.

DS4Windows has had high popularity for DualShock 4 controllers but its gyro support features are very basic. It can emulate a DualShock 4 controller for use with games that natively support them. Available free of charge.

Q: What gyro sensitivity should I use? How do I figure out my gyro sensitivity? What is RWS?

A: In the community we have standardized a measure of gyro sensitivity, so that we can communicate across all games how much in-game movement is produced when we rotate a controller. The interchangeable terms for the standard are Real World Sensitivity (RWS for short), Natural Sensitivity, or simply Gyro Sensitivity.

Q: What does gyro sensitivity measure?

A: RWS is defined so that a value of 1 refers to when one rotation of the controller produces one rotation of the camera in game. An RWS of 2 means that a single rotation of the controller produces two in game rotations, and so on.

In short: RWS = In game rotations / Controller rotations

Q: What gyro sensitivity should I use?

A: New users often find a value of around 1 easiest to use, and many games only have settings that go up to around 2, so that range is a good starting point for getting used to the controls.

At 4 it becomes relatively comfortable for most users to rotate to any in-game angle within a single hand movement. This makes it a suitable minimum for fast paced games.

Veterans have been known to continue increasing their sensitivity as they become more proficient, so there isn't a hard upper limit. Benefits include increasingly quick aiming and the ability to continue turning more without needing to reset the controller's position or use a second camera control, which makes these suitable for games that are not only fast paced but also have unrelenting camera control requirements. Unstable hands and even the player's own heartbeat start to interfere more as sensitivity increases.

Relatively higher sensitivity is often appropriate on handheld gaming devices to offset the higher weight and the problems of screen skew and constricted play spaces. As much as double the sensitivity may feel subjectively similar compared to playing on a separate controller.

An alternative or supplementary practice to adjusting sensitivity is to use acceleration or steadying filters.

Q: What are all of these filter settings for, acceleration, steadying, deadzone, etc.?

A: Both acceleration and steadying are used for achieving both slow and precise movements and relatively much quicker movements within the same sensitivity setting.

Acceleration is a convention brought over from some situational uses for computer mice and is used to ramp up quicker movements to even higher speeds.

Steadying has also been called Precision Zone (Steam Input) and Tightening (Jibb Smart), and is used to further slow movements that are already slow. It was specifically designed around the problems of gyro controls where sensor noise and unsteady hands are bigger issues relative to mice.

Deadzones in the context of gyro are more accurately described as minimum speed thresholds. Below the minimum speed no movements will be registered. This is usually recommended against in favor of other filters.

The exact ways all of these filters are calculated can vary greatly depending on the software involved.

Q: How are the turning axes assigned?

A: This depends on the individual game or settings. Many input mappers and newer games have settings for turning axes, but many others do not. Any of these may be offset or inverted, which may make the descriptions inaccurate in those cases.

The simplest scheme is called Local Space, or sometimes Gravity Vector Off. The controller needs to be turned from its own perspective, blind to the environment and to gravity. Normally only one turning axis is used, most commonly the one which makes the top center of the controller rotate in place (local yaw), but the axis that rotates in place the front of the controller (local roll) is sometimes used instead.

A scheme used in a few games is called World Space, or sometimes Gravity Vector On. The controller needs to be turned from the perspective of gravity (world yaw), as if it were rotated around a pole sticking up from the ground. Rotating either handle higher than the other diminishes vertical (world pitch) sensitivity proportionally, eventually eliminating the axis altogether until the controller is returned to a more correct position.

A third scheme is called Player Space. It is used to reconcile the other two schemes or to allow more flexibility in turning motions. It accepts most motions intended to be read as either Local Space or World Space, as well as intermediate motions.

A fourth scheme not yet seen in a gyro game is called Laser Pointer. It is most commonly used for cursor controls, and is best envisioned as functioning as a beam pointing out the front or charging port of the controller. It is available only in Steam Input and is very similar to Virtual Reality/Augmented Reality/Mixed Reality controls. It is recommended for cursor controls rather than camera controls.

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The cost argument is one that you hear very often.

Console hardware is cheaper, you have to pay to play online and pc games are cheaper but supposedly PSN Sales are just as good as steam ones by now.

What bothered me is that no one ever seemed to back these up with numbers and I was bored so I decided to do some Math.

Some points to my method:

• Free Games and Bundles are ignored.

• The Prices are only true for Germany ymmv.

• I used historical lowest prices.

• Physical console games include shipping costs(this was still always the cheapest).

• For PC I only used legitimate key resellers and storefronts, so no grey markets.

• I excluded the price of preipherals, Monitors, TVs, Chairs, Sofas, etc.

• I assumed the lifespan of consoles and PCs to be 6 years.

• The average number of games I calculated with the help of Polls.

• I assumed the average cost for the average console game to be 30€.

• I used the average price savings of the PC version to calculate the software cost for the PC.

• I tried to include newer AAA games, somewhat older AAA games, classics and indies.

• I feel like I could have included some AA games but oh well.

• I only used the PS5 for consoles

• I made different tiers for PCs from Low to High End

• I also included my own PC which is actually a high end PC but I reused some parts of my old PC and sold the old motherboard, Ram, CPU and GPU. Which led to the price of 1300€ for me.

Picture of the excel file:

With these parameters and prerequisites only the High End PC for cost 14% more over its lifetime than the Playstation 5.

If you don't care for online gaming then the Semi High End PC would also be more expensive.

You can also sell your games on consoles to get some money back however most people don't seem to do that.

The cheapest way to game would probably be an Xbox Series S with Gamepass.

Do with that information what you want.I just thought it was interesting.

Edit:

I'd like to add an conclusion because I don't think I was clear enough.

The 500€ Budget PC with software would only cost 54% of what the PS5 with software would have cost over its lifetime.The 1000€ PC 74%.The 1500€ PC 94%The 2000€ PC 114%This would obviously change if you buy more or fewer games.I think this shows that even with graphics card prices being as they are the pc is still a very good value proposition.

Edit 2:

I've overlooked some PSN deals and went through all games again and corrected the prices where it was needed.

It didn't change much overall.
Every PC Version is roughly 10% worse off compared to what I said above.

The sites I used to find the prices:

Hllo Guys So am a season 2 player and I have over 4500 hours on Playstation. My average kd is 1.5 / highest kills 17 / highest damage 3800.

I just switched to pc two months ago and am totally lost not sure which sensitivity to play on (am on 1800dpi and 0.8 sens now). I keep changing over and over. I have no problem with the movement i learned how to tap strafe, wall bounce... But i keep losing fights and am not sure if its my aim or that am just not good player with no good reflexes.

I need you help guys. Any tips or things that i should do to get better.

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Hi everyone i decided to start posting Translations for Niche Joseimuke Stuff! ^-^ This Time i bring you an Old Famitsu Page about P3P! :

Below is the Original Content and Translations of the Content as provided by various A.I! :)

This is the Original Japanese Page... :

Page Translated by Google :

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Translation by Yandex :

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Translation by Deep Translate ( sorry i don't know how to Upload Images to Deep Translate ) :

P3P

PERSONAS PORTABLE

Don't forget

A male protagonist is also available!

Persona 3 Portable" Famitsu special page (Edit: Weekly Famitsu editorial department)

Persona Nyoko

Lunako Gekko, the cheerful female protagonist, introduces the fun parts of "Persona 3 Portable".

This is the last Persona Tsushin update, though I'm a little sad to leave it behind. We've updated this page to introduce you to our Persona-user friends. ♪ We'll also talk to the development director about the things you've been wondering about "Persona 3 Portable," give you some tips on how to use your Persona in battle, and introduce you to the "Manga," which helps you develop a bond with the characters. We also introduce the "MU", a game where you can develop bonds with the characters. If you read it all together, you'll have a clear understanding of the appeal of this title.

You'll find out what's so appealing about this title!

PROFILE

(Last update: December 3, 2009)

S.E.F.

A female protagonist

Female protagonist

Gekko

Gekko Lunako

Players can freely choose the name and gender of the main character in this title. In conversations with the characters, there are many options that do not affect the main storyline, so it's fun to be able to become the main character in your own way. By the way, my name is Lunako Tsukimitsu. I'm looking forward to meeting you!

Shadow Time

Full

Cool Beauty

I'm looking forward to working with you!

Thank you very much!

Female Teacher

Well, I'm Tori, the head of the Japanese language department. Nice to meet you.

MENU

Leave it to me!

I can't!

If I can do it.

I'll do it.

Can you?

You're a good man, too.

I'm counting on you. Don't let me slow you down, Junpei Igarashi.

I'll be there for you, Lunachic,

I can be!

12/3 Additional update!

I'd like to introduce you to some of the people who will be with me through thick and thin.

My friends

I'm soooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo happy!

Updated 11/5 ▷▷▷▷

The bonds we develop in our "community" become the strength we need to fight.

I wish I could show you the expression on their faces,

11/12 Update ▷▷▷

Mastering the power of the mind!

Personas.

It is up to the leader to make the most of them or kill them!

11/19 Update ▷▷▷

BOUT

PERSONAB POR

Development director reveals!

P3P

The director of the development of "Persona 3 Portable

We were particular about this!

I'm sorry.

It looks like I got it.

11/26 Update ▷▷▷▷

Back to the top of this page

LINK

P3P

PERSONAB PORTABLE

Persona 3 Portable

Official site is here.

What is "Persona 3 Portable"?

This is a remake of "Persona 3 FES", the main story "Episode Yourself" released on PlayStation 2. High school students with the ability to summon their Persona, the power of the mind, have come together as the Special Extracurricular Activities Club (S.E.E.S.) to battle the mysterious enemy Shadow. In addition to the male protagonist, this title now allows players to enjoy the story from the perspective of the female protagonist. Depending on the gender of the protagonist you choose when you start the game, your relationship with the characters and the events that occur in the game will change significantly.

Yukari

That's the one that bought Coco...

Shadow!

Shadow!

Shadow Time

P3P

← When the Shadow Time, hidden on the border between today and tomorrow, arrives, the high school of the protagonists is transformed into a labyrinth called Tartarus. Here, persona users will engage in fierce battles!

The battle unfolds!

P3P

Release Date November 1, 2009

Platform

PlayStation Portable

Price Manufacturer

6279 yen [tax included] (Download version is 5040 yen [tax included]) Atlus

Taste: School Drama

Players 1 player

Producer: Katsura Hashino

Genre: RPG

CERO Ages 12 and up

Art Director/Character Design: Shigeki Soejima

Sound Composer: Shoji Meguro, Director : Mumon Usueda/Azusa Kido

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PERSONA3 PORTABLE

Persona 3 Portable

Creator's BLOG)

Notice

Starting with the November 19, 2009 issue of Weekly Famitsu (on sale on November 5, 2009), we will be covering "Persona 3 Portable" in four consecutive issues. Please check it out!

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Original Japanese Text that was Translated by Deep Translate was Extracted by :

P3P

PERSONAS PORTABLE

忘れないでネ

男性主人公も

『ペルソナ3ポータブル』 ファミ通特設ページ (編集: 週刊ファミ通編集部)

ペルソナョコ

元気ハツラツ系の女性主人公“月光ルナ子”が 『ペルソナ3ポータブル』の遊びところを紹介するよ♪

ちょっと名残惜しいけど、 ペルソナ通信の更新は今回で ラストです。 ペルソナ使いの仲間たちを紹介するこちら のページを更新しましたよ♪ さらに、いまだから聞け る『ペルソナ3ポータブル』 の気になるアレコレを開発 ディレクターに直撃したり、バトルで“ペルソナを駆 使するコツを教えたり、 登場人物との絆を育む“コ ミュ”の遊びどころも紹介しています。 あわせて読め

ば、本作の魅力がバッチリわかりますよ!

PROFILE

(最終更新日: 2009年12月3日)

S.E.F

「元気ハツラツチにも

女性主人公

げっこう

月光ルナ子

本作の主人公は、名前や性別をプレイヤーが自由に選べます。 登場人物との会話で は、ストーリーの本筋に影響しない選択肢がたくさん出てくるから、 自分らしい主 人公になりきれるのも楽しいんだ♪ ペルソナ通信では、 元気ハツラツ系のキャラ でみんなにどんどんアタックしていくよ。 ちなみに私の名前は月光ルナ子っていい ます。 よろしくね!

影時間

Full

「クールビューティーにも

お世話になります

よろしくお願いしまーす!

女性教師

ええと、私は国語科主任の鳥です。 よろしくね

MENU

任せてください!

無理です!

私でできることなら

ろうね

出来るな?

しっかり者にも

頼もしいよ 足手まといにならないでね 伊據 順平

宜しくな、ルナチッチ、

なりきれる!

12/3 追加更新!

苦楽をともにする みんなを紹介するよ

仲間たちに

ウットリ

11/5 更新 ▷▷▷

“コミュ”で育んだ絆が 戦う力になるんです

そんな表情を 見せられたら、

11/12 更新 ▷▷▷

心の力を使いこなす!

ペルソナを

生かすも殺すもリーダー次第!

11/19 更新 ▷▷▷

BOUT

PERSONAB POR

開発ディレクターが明かす!

P3P

『ペルソナ3ポータブル」の

ココにこだわりました!

ごめんなさい。

えたみたい

11/26 更新 ▷▷▷

▲このページのトップに戻る

LINK

P3P

PERSONAB PORTABLE

『ペルソナ3ポータブル』

公式サイトはこちら

『ペルソナ3ポータブル』とは

プレイステーション2で発売された『ペルソナ3フェス』の本編”エピ ソードユアセルフ”のリメイク作品です。 心の力であるペルソナを召 喚する能力を持った高校生たちが、 特別課外活動部 (S.E.E.S) とし て結集し、謎の敵シャドウとの戦いに身を投じます。 本作では、男性 主人公に加えて、新たに女性主人公の視点でストーリーを楽しめるよ うになりました。 ゲームを始めるときに選んだ主人公の性別によっ て、登場人物との関わりや発生するイベントが大きく変わります。

ゆかり

あれがココを買って来た・

"シャドウ

!

影時間

P3P

←今日と明日の境目に隠された影時間になると、主人公たちの高校が タルタロスと呼ばれる迷宮に変貌。 ここでペルソナ使いたちが壮絶な

戦いをくり広げます!

P3P

発売日 2009年11月1日

機種

プレイステーション・ポータブル

価格 メーカー

6279円[税込] (ダウンロード版は5040円[税込]) アトラス

テイスト 学園 ドラマ

プレイ人数 1人

プロデューサー: 橋野 桂

ジャンル RPG

CERO対象年齢 12歳以上対象

アートディレクター/キャラクターデザイン: 副島成記

サウンドコンポーザー: 目黒将司、 ディレクター : 薄田無門/木戸 梓

P3P

▲このページのトップに戻る

P32

PERSONA3 PORTABLE

ペルソナ3ポータブル

クリエーター's BLOG)

お知らせ

週刊ファミ通2009年11月19日号 (2009年11月5日発売)より、 4号連続で『ペルソナ3ポータブル』を攻略します。 こちらもヨロシクね!

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If there is anything you want translated ( even something with Multiple Pages like a Magazine or Manga ) feel free to show me and i will what what i can do! ^-^

Why clear the cache on a PS5?

The cache of the console serves as a memory bank where the PS5 stores temporary files to boost performance. These files are essential in reducing loading times and enhancing the gaming experience. However, over time, your PS5 can accumulate outdated or unnecessary cache files, which may affect the console’s performance and lead to lag in gameplay.

Clearing the cache offers your PS5 a fresh start, effectively resolving various performance-related errors and issues. Some key benefits include:

• Performance Optimization: Clearing the cache helps your console operate more efficiently, significantly reducing lag and ensuring smoother gameplay and navigation.

• Resolution of Glitches and Bugs: Clearing the cache can fix random glitches and minor problems that aren’t related to hardware issues.

Maintaining system health and stability

Regular cache clearing positively impacts the PS5 in several ways:

• Freeing Up Storage Space: While cache files don’t take up much space, clearing them out helps manage the overall storage of your console more effectively.

• Improving Loading Times: With a clear cache, games and applications load faster, providing a better gaming experience.

• Enhancing System Stability: A cluttered cache can lead to system instability and crashes. Clearing it helps maintain the stability of your PS5.

It’s also important to note that the process of clearing the cache may be accompanied by beep sounds, indicating that the system is resetting its temporary files. Regular cache management is a straightforward yet effective way to troubleshoot common issues like lag and ensure your PS5 runs at its best.

Understanding how to clear the cache on a PS5 is an essential skill for any PS5 user looking to maintain their console’s health and performance. This straightforward process is a powerful tool in combating slow load times and other performance issues that can detract from your gaming experience. By meticulously following the steps provided in our guide, you can ensure your console runs more efficiently, leading to a noticeable increase in performance.

It’s reassuring to know that clearing the cache does not lead to the loss of any user data or game progress. Instead, it serves as a system refresh, tackling the minor glitches and slowdowns that can accumulate over time. Regularly clearing your PS5’s cache can be particularly beneficial, helping to keep your console functioning at its peak performance.

Remember, while clearing the cache is a quick fix for many issues, it’s just one aspect of maintaining your console. Keep this practice in your regular maintenance routine, and you’ll likely see a sustained improvement in your console’s performance, ensuring a smoother, more enjoyable gaming experience on the PS5.

Step 1. Prepare Your PS5 for safe mode

Before you begin, ensure that your PS5 is . This is indicated by the power indicator lights shutting off completely. It’s essential to completely power down the console to access Safe Mode.

Step 2. Enter safe mode

With your PS5 powered off, press and hold the power button. Wait for the first beep, which signals the console is turning on. Continue holding the power button until you hear a second beep, approximately seven seconds later(maybe faster now, like 3-4 seconds from my experience), which indicates that the PS5 has entered Safe Mode.

Step 3. Connect the PS5 Controller with a USB cable

In Safe Mode, the wireless functionality of your PS5 controller is disabled. Connect your controller to the PS5 using a USB cable. This is crucial for navigating the .

Step 4. Navigate to the cache clearing option

Once your controller is connected, press the PS button to activate it. In the Safe Mode menu, you will find various options. Navigate to the “Clear Cache and Rebuild Database” option using your controller(D pad). This step is key for addressing performance issues related to console storage.

Step 5. Clear system software cache

Within the “Clear Cache and Rebuild Database” menu, select “Clear System Software Cache.” This action specifically targets the temporary files that can slow down your system, without affecting your personal data or default settings.

Step 6. Confirm and restart

After selecting the “Clear System Software Cache” option, confirm your choice by selecting the OK button. Your PS5 will start the process of clearing the cache and may restart once the process is complete. This step will help increase the performance of your console and reduce issues like lag or slow load times.

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Game Information

Game Title: Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden

Platforms:

• PC (Feb 13, 2024)

• PlayStation 5 (Feb 13, 2024)

• Xbox Series X/S (Feb 13, 2024)

Trailers:

Developer: DON'T NOD

Publishers: Focus Entertainment, Maximum Games

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"A sometimes flawed but brilliantly unique title from Dont Nod"

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If you're a fan of games like The Witcher and God of War, Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden is an absolute must-play.

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Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden is an impressive game that showcases DON'T NOD's mastery of storytelling. It's a delightful combination of heartbreaking storytelling and fluid gameplay. I can definitely recommend it.

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Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden is a journey into a wonderfully dark, serious and sometimes harsh world. You can expect many tough decisions, great characters and interesting twists, especially in the so-called "Haunting Case" side missions. Apart from that, the combat is unfortunately disappointing, remaining far too repetitive and clunky, and there is too much aimless wandering in the search for mission objectives. However, fans of the occult and the supernatural à la The Witcher or detective stories should definitely pick it up.

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Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden heavily leans into the premise of challenging decisions with dramatic consequences, and manages to pull off an emotional and haunting love story where those choices do feel like they truly matter. Red and Antea feel like fully-fleshed out, interesting characters, forever linked to one another but struggling to let go. New Eden is full of communities plagued by supernatural creatures and dark secrets that make each of them intriguing to explore. An over-reliance on combat and a little too much hand-holding when it comes to solving cases is disappointing, but Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden can still be chalked up as yet another storytelling triumph for DON'T NOD. Life for the living. Death for the dead.

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Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden promises an unforgettable adventure, offering a well-balanced mix of combat, exploration, and narration to captivate players from the first moments.

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Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden was able to distinguished itself with the way it achieved things and presented a good story, and it would have been excellent had it not been for the overlapping of all the stories with each other, in addition to interesting characters. It failed to provide a good visual level and a stable technical performance with frustrating repetition in the enemies and in the design of some areas, making the game in a lower position than Was expected of her.

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After 30 hours that it takes to complete the main story of the game, the only thing that is certain is that Banishers: Ghost of New Eden manages to keep the interest undiminished and many will return to it for the alternative endings it offers.

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Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden oozes class, with a 20 to 30-hour story and plenty of off-the-beaten paths to explore – most with a reward at the end. You’ll be pitted with some disgusting and distressful story moments, some out-of-the-book thinking, and some genuinely hard decisions. The combat and accompanying skill trees will keep you invested and satisfied, whilst allowing enough different combinations you’ll feel each playthrough is different enough to warrant another one, and at the center of it all is a love story between two lovers who want nothing more than to be together forever, but the forces at play seem intent on stopping that. My only hope is that the game sells as well as the lasting memories it has left me with deserve, and we get a new, genuinely unique franchise from this.

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Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden is an example of Don’t Nod doing what Don’t Nod does best - deliver an enthralling, story-driven title that had me hooked in its world and characters from the opening titles. It’s elevated by inspirations from other titles with bigger budgets in this genre and is all the better for it with a stunning world that invites you to explore.

The combat sections fall a little flat, and the run-time feels ever so slightly too long. However, the weight of the storytelling more than offsets these frustrations and will drive players through to see the ending of this magnificent adventure.

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Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden is astounding, and the way it tells a compelling story and connects you to the characters is really impressive. It's impossible not to recommend this masterpiece of a game.

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While not a masterpiece, Burnishers: Ghosts of New Eden is a very solid game. And the unique dark fantasy setting is a huge advantage.

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Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden is a breath of fresh air among games I've played in recent years. Haunting Cases are amazing and world design is impressive. on the other hand, it suffers from different issues like low enemy variety, camera positioning and sporadic frame rate drop. That being said, it still delivers an amazing experience from start to finish.

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Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden tells a compelling, emotionally charged story that's supported by a layered cast of characters and great performances. It does stumble a bit when it comes to combat and encounter design and the awful lip-syncing does undermine the otherwise stellar voice acting. But if you're someone used to AA experiences, the pros far outweigh the cons. For $49.99, you're getting a well-written, lengthy single-player campaign with a slew of engaging side content that may take you anywhere from 25-50 hours to knock off.

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Don't Nod has taken several key lessons from Vampyr and applied them to great effect with its second action RPG. Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden might not be revolutionary in anything that it does, and from a gameplay standpoint, it can sometimes feel a bit too straightforward for its own good, but with a well-realized setting, captivating story, excellent protagonists, and genuinely compelling choice-and-consequence moments, it's an easy game to recommend to fans of the genre.

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Banishers: Ghost of New Eden is a grim and gripping tale of two lovers coming to terms with love and sacrifice. Don't Nod have built another beautiful world to enjoy.

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Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden is a powerful, emotional and compelling tale that shows off a side of Don't Nod that we've never seen so well-lit.

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While it could use more enemy variety and some areas that are more open, Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden is a highly engaging action RPG featuring a love story I wanted to see through to its haunting conclusion. There are a lot of RPGs releasing in the first couple of months of this year, and with many of them being higher profile, it would be easy to overlook Banishers, but I hope players don’t do so. This is the exact sort of title we need studios to invest in more often.

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Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden is Don't Nod's most ambitious and solid game, and despite some flaws in pacing and repetition, it remains an action-adventure loaded with feeling and with a solid combat-system.

- Estrella Gomez - Spanish -

Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden is a story full of love, spirits and sacrifices. This game has a very satisfying and challenging gameplay, as it forces players to face a series of ethical dilemmas, following DON'T NOD's usual tone. Immersive and beautiful, this experience is capable of enchanting any type of player.

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Perhaps the optimal approach to grasping Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden is to view it as a high-investment endeavor. Initially, progress may feel sluggish, and the narrative might seem disjointed. However, with increased time and effort, the experience undergoes a marked improvement. Admittedly, transitioning from a lackluster encounter to a satisfactory expertise may not represent the most favorable exchange. Nevertheless, enthusiasts of ghosts, the occult, or dialogue-rich adventures are likely to discover it worthwhile.

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Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden effectively blends all the most characteristic gameplay elements of the action-RPG genre, combining them with a high-quality narrative plot. The result is a traditional and solid title, capable of entertaining the player thanks to a well-balanced combat system, an always interesting exploration component, and a unique and meaningful narrative. A game that all lovers of the genre and good stories should add to their collection.

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Don't Nod's best work yet. The impressive story, the immersive period atmosphere, the well-written characters and stories, and the smooth and enjoyable action are blended together, and it works very well.

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This ghost story is stretched a little thin, but still well worth exploring.

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When it comes down to that final eulogy, I have way more fond memories of Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden than I do regrets.

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Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden is well beyond anything Don't Nod has ever done. It successfully merges their renowned knack for solid characters and great stories, engaging and enjoyable combat and a unique setting to create an experience like no other. It's a incredible fun and easily the studios most ambitious game so far. It doesn't get much better than this.

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Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden sees developer DON'T NOD reach a new development peak, as it marries an excellent narrative with engaging and enjoyable gameplay. Poor enemy variety and technical flaws hold it back from true greatness, but its excellent, story-focused side quests on the other side make a few drab combat encounters worth pushing through. The studio's best game to date, Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden is a new IP we hope is here to stay.

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I believe that Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden fills a specific niche in terms of genres, offering a unique blend of consequential story telling whilst also delivering a satisfying action role playing experience. It’s not perfect by any means, but it is a huge step forward in terms of creativity in the gaming medium and I’m all for it.

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Don't Nod's new third-person goth-tragedy action-adventure RPG is full of swashbuckling ghost hunting, bound up in a story unironically about the power of love. Despite some repetition and busywork, it's a great time.

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Long live the spirits! Or rather not? The main characters of the game know about it, but their destinies are affected by an unexpected event and certainty turns into doubt. You will fight and explore the landscape, but the most interesting are definitely ghost stories.

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Despite a stiff combat system that sometimes feels imprecise, Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden presents a compelling story about love, human misery and crucial social themes.

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Banishers Ghosts of New Eden's rough edges are easily compensated by its charm. I had a ball meeting the inhabitants of New Eden and making judgements accordingly.

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Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden is underwhelming as an action RPG, but is a must-play thanks to solid character drama and challenging moral decisions.

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Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden has turned out to be another strong IP for developers, Don’t Nod. The game features unique, real-time character-swapping to access different techniques and a solemn story that works best when it’s focused on the protagonists, Red and Antea. While the enemy variety is lacking and the investigation elements can be a tad tiresome, this 25-hour action RPG should absolutely be on your radar.

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Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden is a fantastic piece of storytelling, and it gives you a compelling world, people and lore for you to delve into. While it labours in some areas, you can put your own personality and feelings into this largely linear adventure, making this a game and a tale that deserves to be experienced.

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Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden is a heartfelt love story, and both Red and Antea are incredibly memorable leads. The detailed haunting cases, difficult choices, and dense atmosphere add up to one of DON'T NOD's best narrative titles in years. Banishers gracefully improves upon the foundation laid by Vampyr in more ways than one, but it's often bogged down by repetitive combat that takes too long to get going. Despite that, it's an adventure worth embarking on, that's refined and respectful of your time.

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Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden is a fantastic video game. It is the type that raises the medium and shows how incredible these experiences can be. The combat is good enough to rarely hinder your enjoyment as you help or harm the local populace. In an era where new single-player IPs are hard to find, this one deserves to succeed.