May 7th 2024.
When it comes to gaming, it's easy to get caught up in the high prices of brand new consoles and video games. With consoles costing over £400 and games reaching up to £70 (or more for collector's editions), it can seem like a hefty investment. However, I recently purchased a PlayStation 5 and three games for only £300, and I couldn't be happier with the deal I got.
Of course, the console was second-hand, but it just goes to show that if you're willing to wait a little while, you can get anything related to gaming at a much more affordable price. Most games drop significantly in price after only two months, especially if they don't perform well. And let's not forget about the amazing bargains you can find during sales!
I know I'm probably not telling you anything new, but ever since I made the decision to never buy anything on its release day again, I've been much happier and also have a bit more money in my pocket. Plus, by waiting, you also have the added benefit of the game being fully functional and any bugs or glitches have been fixed. It's a win-win situation, in my opinion. The only time I would consider buying a game on its release day is if it's an online multiplayer game, where I understand it's important to be there from the beginning. But since I'm not a fan of those types of games, it's not an issue for me.
Seriously, to anyone reading this, I highly recommend waiting to buy games and consoles. You'll end up being able to buy three games for the price of one, and who doesn't love a good deal?
Moving on to some interesting news, the Helldivers 2 debacle is just mind-boggling. I can understand Sony requiring a PSN account, but as the publisher, you would think they would have ensured the game was available in all the countries where they operate. It seems like a major rookie mistake to overlook compliance with laws and potential taxes in over 100 countries. It makes you wonder what kind of salary the people responsible for this decision are making.
I also came across a report from Digital Foundry about the rumored PS5 Pro. But to be honest, I don't really see the point of articles like these. For the few people who actually understand all the technical jargon, it might be interesting, but for most of us, it's just a bunch of confusing information. And in the end, it all boils down to "we're not sure what it can do." As GC mentioned, arguing over technical specifications is pretty pointless. And let's not forget the disappointment when tech demos don't live up to our expectations in actual games.
On a different note, has anyone else noticed the lack of news about a third Doom game? I thought the last two were great games, and while they may not have been massive sellers, I didn't think they did poorly either. I've lost interest in other online shooters, but I thought Doom was a perfect balance of modern features and old-school vibes. I wonder what id Software is up to these days, and if there are any rumors about a new game from them.
Speaking of interesting partnerships, the news about Activision and Nintendo teaming up for a Donkey Kong game caught me off guard. It reminded me of Skylanders, a game I got for my son, and it was surprisingly good. The toys may have been a bit of a scam, but the game itself was enjoyable. It's a shame that Vicarious Visions, the developer behind Skylanders, is now reduced to making DLC for Diablo. It just goes to show how unpredictable the gaming industry can be.
And finally, I'm sure I'm not the only one eagerly anticipating Nintendo's investor meeting next week. Will they finally announce the Switch 2? It's unlikely, but I'm hoping for at least some acknowledgement that a new console is in the works and will be released within the next 12 months. My optimistic self envisions a reveal of the new console during E3, followed by a detailed Direct in the fall, and a launch in early 2022. This year has been a bit of a letdown, so I'm looking forward to the roller-coaster of fan theories and speculation that will hopefully begin with this announcement. Let the countdown begin!
Gaming can be a strange hobby, especially when it comes to the cost of new consoles and video games. With consoles costing upwards of £400 and games reaching prices of £70 or more for collector's editions, it's easy to feel overwhelmed. However, with a little patience, great deals can be found.
As proof of this, I recently purchased a second-hand PlayStation 5 and three games for only £300. It just goes to show that waiting a little while can save you a significant amount of money. Most games start to drop in price after just two months, especially if they don't perform well. And let's not forget about all the amazing bargains you can find during sales.
Personally, I've made the decision to never buy games on their release day ever again. Not only does this save me money, but it also ensures that any potential bugs or issues have been addressed by the time I play the game. It's a win-win situation. The only exception to this rule would be for online multiplayer games, where it's important to start playing early in order to keep up with the competition. But since I don't enjoy those types of games, it's not a problem for me.
So, my advice to anyone reading this is to hold off on buying games on their release day and wait for the prices to drop. You'll be able to buy three games for the price of one, and you'll be a lot happier and richer for it.
Moving on to the topic of Sony's mistake with Helldivers 2, it's truly a baffling situation. While the requirement of a PSN account may not be a big deal, it's surprising that Sony, as the publisher, didn't do their due diligence when it came to releasing the game in over 100 countries where they don't even operate. It seems like a rookie mistake that could have easily been avoided. One can only imagine the salaries of the people responsible for making such a blunder.
On a different note, I don't see the point in articles like the Digital Foundry report on the PS5 Pro. It's filled with technical jargon that only a handful of people can understand, and even then, the overall conclusion seems to be "we're not sure what it can do". Arguing over technical specs is pointless in my opinion. And let's not forget about the disappointment that often comes with watching tech demos and then realizing that the actual game doesn't look nearly as impressive.
Speaking of games, I find it strange that Bethesda still hasn't announced anything about a third Doom game. While I'm not sure how well the previous two games sold, I personally thought they were both great. They managed to update the game while still keeping its old school feel intact. I'm curious to know if there have been any rumors or if id Software is working on something else. I remember when they were the hottest developers around, and while they may not hold that title anymore, I still have faith in their abilities.
In other news, I never expected to hear about a collaboration between Activision and Nintendo, but the Donkey Kong story caught my attention. It reminded me of Skylanders, a game I bought for my son, which surprisingly turned out to be quite good. The toys may have been a bit of a rip-off, but the game itself was enjoyable. It's a shame that the toys-to-life trend made it difficult for people to take these types of games seriously. I can see why Nintendo may have considered working with Vicarious Visions, the developers behind Skylanders, but it seems like that plan never came to fruition.
Finally, I'm excited for Nintendo's investor meeting next week. I know it's probably wishful thinking, but I'm hoping they'll announce something about the Switch 2. Even if it's just a vague statement, it's a start. My best-case scenario would be a reveal at E3, followed by a detailed Direct in the fall, and a release in February or March. This year has been a bit of a downer, so I'm looking forward to the start of the hype and speculation surrounding the new console. Let the unnecessary fan theories begin!
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