Gaming Xbox Series X|S

Which of these do you prefer

  • Microsoft Game Pass

  • Xbox Game Pass


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I preloaded Stalker 2, a few days ago. It was massive - 140gb. Now, today it wants another update. The update size? 139gb!

Anyway, I'm looking forward to trying it . I want to like it after all the devs have been through, but I'm doubtful I will. From the little I've seen I don't think it's my cup of tea, but it's on GP so, I'll give it a go.

Anyone else checking it out?
 
I preloaded Stalker 2, a few days ago. It was massive - 140gb. Now, today it wants another update. The update size? 139gb!

Anyway, I'm looking forward to trying it . I want to like it after all the devs have been through, but I'm doubtful I will. From the little I've seen I don't think it's my cup of tea, but it's on GP so, I'll give it a go.

Anyone else checking it out?

The feck! I was looking forward to playing it, just finished Walking Dead series so have to start a new game, but I'll have to clean up my drive to download Stalker :lol:
 
Sounds like Indiana Jones is good. Think I'll be resubscribing to Game Pass for December.
I was gonna pass on it because I left behind my Indiana Jones interest when I became an adult, but I'm intrigued now as it is getting a really positive buzz.
 
MattyPlays on Youtube said it feels more like Dishonored than anything else....that very much piques my interest.
 
I finished up Indy and it's a pretty good!

I would say it took me 15-17 hours to finish. I did a handful of side stuff. But aside from that i mainlined it. It's a decent size game.

The decision to not make this an action game or even a fps is a smart one. It helps the game stand out and is fitting for the IP.

I do wish I enjoyed the stealth mechanics more than I did. Same for the climbing.

The writing in the game, and especially when it comes to indy, himself is on point. Really spot on. This scene is a good example of what I mean (Spoiler, I guess for side mission).

 
I finished up Indy and it's a pretty good!

I would say it took me 15-17 hours to finish. I did a handful of side stuff. But aside from that i mainlined it. It's a decent size game.

The decision to not make this an action game or even a fps is a smart one. It helps the game stand out and is fitting for the IP.

I do wish I enjoyed the stealth mechanics more than I did. Same for the climbing.

The writing in the game, and especially when it comes to indy, himself is on point. Really spot on. This scene is a good example of what I mean (Spoiler, I guess for side mission).


Unreservedly recommending Indiana Jones. It’s brilliant.
Excellent news.
 
Finally got around to finishing Hellblade 2 (after just finishing Indy). Fecking hell, what a ride. A short ride, but a memorable one.

The graphics are ofcourse spectacular, best graphics I've seen in a video game (though I'm not someone who plays a lot of games). Loved the battle set-pieces since the choreography, graphics and, most of all, music made it a great combination to play through. The music with the first giant fight was also amazing, added to the emotional context of it.

While the game is short, I'm sort of thankful it is given how mentally stressful it can be with some of the levels and the constant voices in your ears. The first half especially is intense, especially the cave, but it does ease up in the second half.

Given the length of the game, I understand why people would be annoyed at having to pay full price for it. It's a definite playthrough on gamepass though.