Nerd with a passion for videogames, retro game & console modification, movies, and anime. No time for console wars. Modern game development is a shambles.
@TheCartoonLoon I'd argue OoT is more of a "hub" than a true open world. Yes, the game's scope expands massively once you get to Hyrule Field, but there is still very much a set path, and some parts are completely inaccessible without following said path.
@Mr_Rebs_ I'm sure they said exactly this in the reveal roundtable trailer last year, but I may be misremembering. Pretty sure the prequel missions unlock after you complete the Campaign.
@MetroidFREAK21 I'm hoping FFR has the free upgrade path for the Switch 2 version, like Tactics did, so I can still get a proper physical for Switch 2. Otherwise, it will be PS5 for me, as it seems XSX has no physical at all... ๐ฉ
@JayHooft Possibly, I can see them expanding the "hub" aspect (Hyrule Field, etc), to allow a bigger sandbox but still not go fully open world. I feel that would be the sweet spot. Hopefully we see more soon!
@MetroidFREAK21 I feel this. Already made the decision that any multiplatform GKC game is getting purchased on XSX or PS5. Shame really, as I love having the option to play portable, especially when you have multiple members of family all wanting to do different things, as it frees up the TV!
@NintyPrime Was a great Direct in my opinion, but I can see why some were disappointed; it was very JRPG heavy and light on new announcements (accepting that LoZ had been spoiled, which isn't Nintendo's fault). I just don't know where I am going to find the time and money for all these games
Hope resonates within the crystals.
Introducing Final Fantasy Resonance. The first HD-2D Final Fantasy title arrives on Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC on October 22, 2026.
@Gregory0390@kjngamer Shopto are also great for these gift cards, for those of us in the UK. I used them to renew my PS Premium sub this year for about ยฃ80! ๐
@Gregory0390 So much peak coming over the next 12 months. I have had some negative feelings about this gen, but the reveals over the past week have restored my faith in console gaming a bit. First time I have been genuinely excited for Xbox / PS5 since they were unveiled.
@Gregory0390 It's now back to the, "unclear messaging" and, "case by case basis" posts... Which to be fair, are legitimate criticisms, but it is telling how that is now the pivot a lot of these console warriors have resulted to, now the "full slate" memo no longer applies.
@asha_shar Is the controller going to be available separately? I have the 20th Anniversay
Controller, so would like to be able to nab this one too. ๐ค๐ป
@SolidMali@ymnis_v1 I'm lucky enough to have XSX, PS5 and Switch 2, so not too bothered either way, but yeah, like you say, seems Xbox are at a crossroads and are trying to take both paths...
@AnyColour1218@curatorgamingx Nah, Halo will be on my Xbox, where I have always played Halo, but not really sure what you're trying to prove at this point - Just making yourself look even more ridiculous. Don't worry, I'm sure Jez will leak that Halo Campaign Evolved is actually exclusive before 28th July ๐ญ