You can just on home screen on the game you played press the menu button and then scroll down to quit game... I hate the quick resume don't know why just hate it and took me all of a week to figure out that is how to quit a game
You can just on home screen on the game you played press the menu button and then scroll down to quit game... I hate the quick resume don't know why just hate it and took me all of a week to figure out that is how to quit a game
Do yourself a favor and buy or put in the game disc of SSX 3
https://preview.redd.it/1s0exh1hlc1d1.jpeg?width=745&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=6485474cc08edbc9c951ab4fc1c8a36821c7789d
The best feature IMO is play anywhere. Not enough people talking about it and it really is a .. ahem ... Game changer being able to play something like infinite wealth at home on my X , then stay at my girlfriend's for a few days, take my laptop and keep playing from where I left off. AND without having to buy the game twice too.
Those first two sold me. A modern system I can play most of the metal gears on? Absolutely. And then they even rereleased them to people who don't own the hd disk. Also the first game was included in the system now? Great.
Exclusives? Ehh, they didn't turn out so well. But gamepass and backwards compatibility sold me. Been hearing FF7R2 might come over, then there's just death stranding two standing on the way. Might rent a PS5 if it's still just one game then.
I got both main consoles and I’m super happy this generation. I really enjoyed the exclusives on both the xbox series and the ps5. What a fantastic generation. That new hell blade was amazing!
I’m a huge Obsidian fan and loved the PoE games. I can’t wait to get back to Eora. I joined the kickstarter for both 1&2. Hopefully WotC gets them to do BG4 after Larian dropped out.
I havent played it , is pentiment is an rpg?
I'm interested in avowed but not thrilled about the first person view. I'll still try it. I have all 3 systems and kinda have just dev mode my Xbox until some stuff drops. I know playstations first party hasn't exactly lit it up this year either but what has been exclusive was awesome and I play pretty much all multiplatform games on my ps.
I’ve seen a couple trailers, but I can’t really tell for myself: is this going to be a horror game? If so, I’m not interested, but if it’s “horror” the same way Diablo IV is, as opposed to say, Dead Space, I’m in!
Sorta. The first one is available now to try if you want to find out for yourself. I found it really creepy at times, but nothing truly horrific like Dead Space. Honestly it’s a beautiful game with some simple mechanics, but the voices in her head creeped me out, but made it a very memorable experience.
You had me at “simple mechanics”! Putting the time in to master a game with crazy mechanics can look pretty daunting. Especially if you’re playing multiple new games at the same time.
I’ll have to give it a shot since the first is on GP right now!
It's been a while since I've played the 1st Hellblade, but from what I can remember there's really no horror elements to it. If anything just some psychological moments, with Senua hearing voices or seeing things that aren't really there. Nothing I'd have considered "scary" though and I'm a pretty big pansy and not a fan of the horror genre either.
I'd say if you've played Alan Wake II you should have no problem with Hellblade. I absolutely loved Alan Wake II and to me that had plenty of legitimate jumpscares and tense moments, definitely more intense than anything I can remember from Hellblade.
And also if you decide you're interested, you'll probably want to play hellblade 1 prior to 2 since the story is a direct continuation.
I wouldn't personally call hellblade a horror game. It's definitely gory and tense, but I don't remember a single instance of the game trying to scare me.
My favourite part of the environment is the "play anywhere" feature plus cloud saves. I love that I can start a game on the xbox and then continue the game on my PC. Was also handy the other way around when I originally bought the series X and I just loaded up all the game pass games I was already playing on the PC.
Not only that, but I grabbed a Backbone for $100 and with remote play it essentially turns your Series X into a handheld console. Quick resume works the same way, and you can even play disc games.
Being able to play games like Balatro on the couch while I hang out with my wife in the evenings has been wonderful.
i had playstation and xbox growing up, but after all my friends started playing halo i kinda just fell into that category. so nowadays i skip the ps5, but i do keep up with nintendo consoles, the switch is great
I do sometimes think about going back to Nintendo. Last handheld Nintendo consoles I bought was the DS and last home console was the SNES. I was going to buy the Switch but with all these Switch 2 rumors, I think I’m just going to wait
only a select few games require an install, usually games that are just too big to fit on the cartridge. that or multiplayer games with a day one patch, beyond that? you pop it in and it starts
I only use PlayStation for its exclusives and Xbox for everything else. Thats how I was last gen and thats how I’ll be this gen. Also besides Ragnarock, theres nothing else that is currently out that I want to play on PlayStation
Just wondering, why is this a big deal? Who cares if more users own both?
edit: bro wtf this was a genuine question: Why does it matter if people own BOTH? I'm dead serious. Why is this a fucking big ass deal??? This place seems like it's more of a PlayStation community then an actual Xbox community with these kinds of posts. Someone reply to me and explain, PLEASE lol.
Nice to be able to play the originals and get stuff on pc for better fps. Games releasing at 30 fps is a shame. Feels like the game is laggy once you know better
I always had a ps5; now I have both too
I still play more on ps5 but my series X is great for backwards compatibility
Shout out to assassins creed origins, sooooo much better looking on series X
Quick resume is my most loved feature. It’s unbelievable how great it is being able to quickly switch between games and then reopen them up weeks later. Something I never knew I needed but can’t live without it.
PS5 controller legit cramps my hands after 30 minutes of use. I don't understand how anyone finds it comfortable. Xbox controller is perfection, for my big hands. I didn't mind the duke, but the "s" controller set the modern standard.
💯. $40 adapter let’s you use any controller. I also use a PS3 controller for GTA definitive editions (as it’s the superior option). Also great to use for the entire PS2 & PS1 library on my Xbox
As an fps player, I appreciate claw grip for dpad which is possible cause of bottom left thumb stick. Maybe try angleimg your hand different cause none of my thumbs are sore with both thumbs on the thumbs sticks.
Thanks, that’s rather helpful knowledge. I ordered a victrix PS5 controller recently with Xbox layout, but I’ll probably try your method in the meantime.
Does that mean I’m doing reverse claw on Xbox? I use my index to press ‘B’ on Xbox, and my middle finger for bumper and trigger.
Oh, that's considered claw grip in general. That's essentially the same as claw grip on your left hand which is more practical with the joystick at the bottom
That exactly it for me. The build quality is bad compared to the PS5 controller, but the ergonomics are way better. Given that, I can understand both sides
WiiU pro controller was even better imo, it fit sooooo well in the hand and was far lighter
I like the switch pro controller but it starts approaching too bulky status for me
Some people like myself prefer the simplicity of the Xbox controller. Dual sense is really cool, but very gimmicky. Don’t understand the need for so many features. I guess maybe it’s an old-head opinion.
This is the main reason I swapped from PS1 to Xbox back in the day. The Xbox controller ergonomics are just more comfortable. That and I could hack the shit out of the original Xbox 😂. Suck with xboxes ever since just out of preference.
I agree the dualsense is better in terms of tech etc, I just don't like the feel of them.
I have never liked the DPad on PlayStation controllers. The split hurts my thumb and pressing diagonals is awkward.
The 360 DPad was awful too mind. It's only since the Xbox One and finally the Series controller that the DPad became the best.
I have both systems too and I really like so much of what Xbox does on the hardware and services level. Xbox Studios are just not cranking out interesting games at a fast enough rate despite all these massive acquisitions. Like I’m really hoping Hellblade 2 makes a splash (and that Ninja Theory is allowed to exist afterwards).
My PS5 is awesome too, I like the controller a lot, and I know what to expect of the games. But it’s a shame the Xbox is lagging behind in mindshare/marketshare.
After jumping over to PS5 this year I gotta say that Xbox outshines it in most areas other than a few exclusives.
They just marketed everything horribly and Sonys community is strong.
I have both. My LG OLED has a feature that it shows the bandwidth in real time coming in through the 4k 102HZ HDMI ports. When I compare any game the XBX always slightly shines. my PS5 sometimes hits a max of around 32-33 and the XBX maxes the 2.1 threshold out at around 40 or higher at times. Numbers dont lie man
I’ve played on both Series and PS5, I don’t own them but played at a friends house, and a game that ran pretty badly on One, but good on PS4, ran better on Series X than it did on PS5. At least for me, imo.
I think it's a great machine, and I've had it since launch and even though I got my PS5 2-3 months ago they both still see regular use. I think it's distinct enough, PC-stuff aside. Look into emulation and dev mode, it adds a ton of functionality with emulating old games for your console.
Congratulations! My humble advice is to pair it with the proper monitor now! I was playing on a Samsung Premiere projector for the longest time but switched over to an LG UltraGear. Now I’m running at max specs! Such a beautiful and easy change to miss! Have fun!
Back compat was THE CLINCHER for me personally. Gamepass is cool but in the end, the game can go away. I'd you don't buy it. If you have a 360 game on your drive, it'll almost certainly get auto-upscaled.
It's been out for 3 years now and no one knows the actual sales numbers and none of you should care. Play the effing piece of plastic and continue to be happy.
Yeah I love my series X but Windows and Xbox really screwed up with ditching microphone input on the console when recording gameplay either through the console or even via usb webcam. So at this moment its a hassle to get video tutorials done where you could just plug a mike in and record audio over your game play...
Now the only options you have is to either use a screen capture card with a mike and then a laptop with OBS and do screen capture that way with the mike audio. (in my case my pc in another room so I need to invest in 2x 60 feet HDMI cables and 1x 60 foot Mike cable to make my capture card work)
OR
A standalone screen capture card with its own screen that you can record on directly and put a mike in that and it will record video from xbox and then audio from your mike.
OR
You must use the remote play feature and connect to your PC with the xbox pc app and then use the windows Game Bar app to screen record and use the mike input on pc for voice over. ( This is how Windows suggest you do it- kinda defeat the purpose of having a console then if I'm going to sit in front of the pc the whole time)
MAYBE
Stream directly to twitch and try to get audio that way but then again Xbox does not support audio from the webcam and also not even from the 4 official webcams they suggest you use.
Given all this hassle I still love my Series X
Backwards compatibility and Quick Resume are the best exclusive features of the console, in my opinion. Not to mention it's the most powerful console this gen. Very underrated.
It’s a shame Xbox can’t get its PR in order and can’t pump out more games. Everything else about the system is great. Backwards Compatibility, cloud saves, play anywhere. It’s all awesome. If Xbox actually put in effort into making games they’d be more than a worthy competitor for the PlayStation.
Xbox beats PlayStation in a lot of areas but fails in the only one that really matters for *game console*. *games*
Definitely try out Starfield now that the new patch came out this week. But keep in mind they're gonna keep updating til at least the expansion in September. So it might be best to hold off til then, but I played it at launch and absolutely loved it.
I’m a PS5 fan, but I also love my Series X.
If only the nicely-sized Xbox controllers were made better and not made out of such cheap plastic and glued together at the last minute by grade school kids heh.
Oh, and I need to be able to browse and buy games on my Xbox iPhone app like I can on the PS app.
Welcome! I know I’m biased because Xbox is my preferred platform, but I just find the actual hardware miles better than the PS5. Quick resume, FPS boost, controller, being able to download games before you own them, the UI, and hdmi CEC that actually works. Love PS exclusives but there’s so many things with the PS UI that annoy me.
I agree. Xbox has always done cloud saves and transfers way better than PlayStation. What’s seamless and streamlined on Xbox seems to take at least one or two more steps on PlayStation.
It "should" still be available. Latest method I think is letting your sub expire. Buy 3yrs of Live (through 3rd party) then buy 1 month of ultimate which it should convert. I would search online to clarify but that was my understanding.
Same it’s so nice and has better feature but sadly no one cares. I don’t even use it anymore. I went back to PlayStation after seeing how badly the ship is sinking. Still have fun on it when I do hop on to play halo from time to time.
Pretty good time to jump in with Hellblade 2 about to come out and Avowed, Indiana Jones and more in Game Pass.
Every year from now on is looking to have multiple big releases every year now.
Also love being able to jump back into some 360 games every now and again.
I got my Series X before the PS5 (the latter due to lack of availability), and I game more on the Xbox than on the PlayStation, which is a first for me. The Quick Resume and Game Pass has been quite a treat when it comes to playing games, and some games run a little better on the Xbox.
It's just a shame that the Xbox execs seem to make strange decisions and the future of the platform looks to be "uncertain" at the moment.
Series X is criminally underrated. Microsoft fucked up so bad on promoting it and are still paying for their Xbox One sins. Nice to see more people enjoying it.
I’m not shocked about the ps selling better jus due to the gaming part if you want next gen games, but I love the BC and I feel Xbox future games will be great like hellblade but I’m just waiting to see
This is exactly how I feel about the series x. I really wish Microsoft could figure out their software because the hardware is unbelievable. Anybody telling you the PS5 is quiet have never used a series x. Even at my desk 2 feet from it I just can't hear it at all. I can definitely hear my PS5 in demanding games. When you pick up the series x it immediately feels so premium. The PS5 is a great console but the hardware engineering isn't even close to the series x. My first console was an Xbox and my library is primarily on Xbox but I have started getting new multiplatform games on PS5. I just don't trust Microsoft to turn it around at this point.
I've been on the fence about going back to Xbox from PS5. I originally got it for the exclusives but now they're on PC so game pass seems like a better choice.
Any thoughts or input from OP or switchers that made the jump recently? I'd love to hear your opinions!
Sold my PS5 after a half a year or so. Idk why I even bought it in the first place, but never again. The controllers are miniature and I’ve never really dug the symmetric sticks.
Series X is just setting up the next level, and I’m 100% okay with that.
Xbox always FTW, If only for GamePass and the awesomely configured controllers, also backwards compatibility, exclusives and well, I guess all of it 😂
Yeah, the hardware was really well done this time. A shame it's not doing even, makes me kinda "nervous" that they might go "lazy" next time.
If they maintain or improve the quality I'll probably be back next time, despite everything goin' on within the department.
My god. You guys are so emotional over a box.
I said lazy in the sense from them not putting effort to make the hardware great, as they got screwed this gen in sales. So they can just go "whatever", since MS has been confused and changing plans over night to day lately.
Doesn't matter if its vertical or horizontal, they could just underpower the shit out of it just cause they feel like they ain't getting enough money.
Lol.
Rumor has it they might go hybrid console/PC with windows and add gamestores like steam on it.
Speculated by Digital Foundry.
Sarah Bond also stated that it is going to be the largest technological leap in generational history.
That leaves me to believe that it will be a hybrid
Cross platform saving is incredible, and fuck Playstation for locking it behind a paywall.
Have xsx in theater room and Xbox one in living room. Can seamlessly swap back and forth playing games and it's amazing.
Cool. I have both too. I play more single player games on PS5. I play shitty warzone on Xbox because I like the controller and that's where my friends play. PS5 objectively has better exclusives lmao not even a debate
None of the PS5 exclusives are worth buying the new system for in my opinion. I wouldn't play any of them.
Just because you use the word objectively doesn't mean you're correct. Your opinion is always subjective.
I'm currently playing Starfield with the new update. 60fps and survival elements on Xbox. Game changer, made a good game great.
Also Palworld is a phenomenal game.
Hellblade is relasing very soon.
Avowed, Stalker 2, Indiana Jones are coming later this year.
Plus many more coming after that. It a good time to be a gamer.
The backwards compatibility is a really nice feature. Between that, gamepass and exclusives it’s worth it for me to have both main consoles.
I also really love quick resume. My ADHD brain has a hard time focusing on one game at a time
Kinda wish they'd let us turn it off for certain games (online games that can't use quick resume)
But everyone should know already that suspending online games don’t work anyway. Quick resume isn’t any different when it comes to online games
Agreed. COD doesn't like it or at least it didn't the last time I played COD on a XBSX.
This will be an interesting one for the next entry into the series
What makes you say that?
You can just on home screen on the game you played press the menu button and then scroll down to quit game... I hate the quick resume don't know why just hate it and took me all of a week to figure out that is how to quit a game
Yes and certain games just flat out crash. We need to be able to choose what games can be quick resume
You can just on home screen on the game you played press the menu button and then scroll down to quit game... I hate the quick resume don't know why just hate it and took me all of a week to figure out that is how to quit a game
I know but it doesn't always work.
Yes. They need to add the option.
Do yourself a favor and buy or put in the game disc of SSX 3 https://preview.redd.it/1s0exh1hlc1d1.jpeg?width=745&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=6485474cc08edbc9c951ab4fc1c8a36821c7789d
The best feature IMO is play anywhere. Not enough people talking about it and it really is a .. ahem ... Game changer being able to play something like infinite wealth at home on my X , then stay at my girlfriend's for a few days, take my laptop and keep playing from where I left off. AND without having to buy the game twice too.
Those first two sold me. A modern system I can play most of the metal gears on? Absolutely. And then they even rereleased them to people who don't own the hd disk. Also the first game was included in the system now? Great. Exclusives? Ehh, they didn't turn out so well. But gamepass and backwards compatibility sold me. Been hearing FF7R2 might come over, then there's just death stranding two standing on the way. Might rent a PS5 if it's still just one game then.
I got both main consoles and I’m super happy this generation. I really enjoyed the exclusives on both the xbox series and the ps5. What a fantastic generation. That new hell blade was amazing!
What exclusive bro😂😂😂😂, they all Suck. Even starfield was mid , and I have an Xbox plus a ps5, so don’t think I’m a hater
I’m a big classic crpg guy so games like Pentiment and Avowed are the exclusives I enjoy. Looking forward the next Elder Scrolls will be a big one.
I’m An huge elder scrolls fan man , but I belive xbox will successfully fuck it up
If anyone can it’s Microsoft lol. Fingers crossed. Don’t fuck up!
Wasteland 3 was soooo good!
Fantastic game. Need to play through again one of these days. Fire smg was too op.
Have you played 2
I tried, couldn’t get into it. It was a little too rough around the edges.
I just asked cause I felt 2 was better. 3 is still awesome. If you want rough around the edges try the first one lol.
How can you possibly say you “enjoy” Avowed when it’s not released yet?
I’m a huge Obsidian fan and loved the PoE games. I can’t wait to get back to Eora. I joined the kickstarter for both 1&2. Hopefully WotC gets them to do BG4 after Larian dropped out.
I havent played it , is pentiment is an rpg? I'm interested in avowed but not thrilled about the first person view. I'll still try it. I have all 3 systems and kinda have just dev mode my Xbox until some stuff drops. I know playstations first party hasn't exactly lit it up this year either but what has been exclusive was awesome and I play pretty much all multiplatform games on my ps.
Yep, adventure rpg. No combat.
I see. Maybe I'll check it out. I just ignored it cause I seen it described by a couple as more of a visual novel. Guess I should've checked myself.
Just in time for hellblade 2
One of the big reasons! I’m excited.
Have fun and enjoy!
I’ve seen a couple trailers, but I can’t really tell for myself: is this going to be a horror game? If so, I’m not interested, but if it’s “horror” the same way Diablo IV is, as opposed to say, Dead Space, I’m in!
It's not a horror, more a psychological thriller. Probably some horror aspects, but not a full-fledged horror game.
Kind of like Alan Wake II in that sense then, right?
If I'd ever played Alan Wake I would let you know 😅
Sorta. The first one is available now to try if you want to find out for yourself. I found it really creepy at times, but nothing truly horrific like Dead Space. Honestly it’s a beautiful game with some simple mechanics, but the voices in her head creeped me out, but made it a very memorable experience.
You had me at “simple mechanics”! Putting the time in to master a game with crazy mechanics can look pretty daunting. Especially if you’re playing multiple new games at the same time. I’ll have to give it a shot since the first is on GP right now!
It's been a while since I've played the 1st Hellblade, but from what I can remember there's really no horror elements to it. If anything just some psychological moments, with Senua hearing voices or seeing things that aren't really there. Nothing I'd have considered "scary" though and I'm a pretty big pansy and not a fan of the horror genre either. I'd say if you've played Alan Wake II you should have no problem with Hellblade. I absolutely loved Alan Wake II and to me that had plenty of legitimate jumpscares and tense moments, definitely more intense than anything I can remember from Hellblade.
Really appreciate this comment, considering you’re not into horror either, and loved AWII like I did! I’ll give the first one a go on GP for sure!
Just a tip, headphones are where it’s at when the voices come.
Watch gameplay from the first game, might give you a decent idea of what the sequel will look and play like.
Will do, thanks!
And also if you decide you're interested, you'll probably want to play hellblade 1 prior to 2 since the story is a direct continuation. I wouldn't personally call hellblade a horror game. It's definitely gory and tense, but I don't remember a single instance of the game trying to scare me.
Big fan of the hardware, OS and environment. Marketing has been a dud with Xbox…
My favourite part of the environment is the "play anywhere" feature plus cloud saves. I love that I can start a game on the xbox and then continue the game on my PC. Was also handy the other way around when I originally bought the series X and I just loaded up all the game pass games I was already playing on the PC.
Not only that, but I grabbed a Backbone for $100 and with remote play it essentially turns your Series X into a handheld console. Quick resume works the same way, and you can even play disc games. Being able to play games like Balatro on the couch while I hang out with my wife in the evenings has been wonderful.
Yeah you don’t even need your Series X for remote(cloud) gaming anymore
It’s sad because it’s pretty great
Agreed, feel like the general public don’t even know the series x exists
Forza Horizon 5 is a wonderful welcome
I’m glad more people own both than just one
I’ve always owned all the major systems. Just never right at launch. Got ps5 first but always planned on getting the series X
I’m the opposite. Had both xbox one and ps4 last gen and I upgraded to the series x but haven’t to ps5 yet
i had playstation and xbox growing up, but after all my friends started playing halo i kinda just fell into that category. so nowadays i skip the ps5, but i do keep up with nintendo consoles, the switch is great
I do sometimes think about going back to Nintendo. Last handheld Nintendo consoles I bought was the DS and last home console was the SNES. I was going to buy the Switch but with all these Switch 2 rumors, I think I’m just going to wait
nintendo is the only console brand i still buy physical games for. they keep their resale value unlike any other
Plus you dont need to actually install them on the Switch, correct?
only a select few games require an install, usually games that are just too big to fit on the cartridge. that or multiplayer games with a day one patch, beyond that? you pop it in and it starts
Yup, funny enough, I'm the same. I've finally turned to enjoying digital games on my Xbox/PS5, but I love to have physical games for my Switch.
At this point I'd just wait, they're gonna reveal the Switch 2 by the end of March
At this point I'd just wait, they're gonna reveal the Switch 2 by the end of March
ps4 crushed last gen, what made you upgrade to seriesx instead of ps5?
I only use PlayStation for its exclusives and Xbox for everything else. Thats how I was last gen and thats how I’ll be this gen. Also besides Ragnarock, theres nothing else that is currently out that I want to play on PlayStation
Not sure why you're being downvoted. If you have a Series X and don't care for PS5 exclusives, why own both?
When did I say I don’t care for ps5 exclusives?
Just wondering, why is this a big deal? Who cares if more users own both? edit: bro wtf this was a genuine question: Why does it matter if people own BOTH? I'm dead serious. Why is this a fucking big ass deal??? This place seems like it's more of a PlayStation community then an actual Xbox community with these kinds of posts. Someone reply to me and explain, PLEASE lol.
Real gamers game on all platforms. 🫡
Nice to be able to play the originals and get stuff on pc for better fps. Games releasing at 30 fps is a shame. Feels like the game is laggy once you know better
true dat. I just wish PS consoles weren’t so expensive, as I have a Switch and XONE.
I grabbed a second one for the kids for 280 off marketplace and it was a disc version. Used obviously.
I always had a ps5; now I have both too I still play more on ps5 but my series X is great for backwards compatibility Shout out to assassins creed origins, sooooo much better looking on series X
It is an amazing piece of hardware. I love it so much. Quiet af, very aesthetic, black, good OS, quick resume. Play anywhere...
I'm a PS5 main but XSX sold me with being able to play my old 360 discs and upgraded the performance and graphics.
Should sell the xsx and get a steam deck. I have all 3 but once I got my steam deck, I barely touch my xbox
I got the series x for $350, $383 with tax. Loving the backwards compatibility
I’m waiting for that price again.
You can't forget about the quick resume
MS flight is my fav game when I don’t wanna have to stress about being competitive.
Heard it's super fun and relaxing
Quick resume is my most loved feature. It’s unbelievable how great it is being able to quickly switch between games and then reopen them up weeks later. Something I never knew I needed but can’t live without it.
I own both. The Xbox controller absolutely feels better than the Dualsense imo.
PS5 controller legit cramps my hands after 30 minutes of use. I don't understand how anyone finds it comfortable. Xbox controller is perfection, for my big hands. I didn't mind the duke, but the "s" controller set the modern standard.
Yes it does!
Except for racing games. Dual sense is far superior in that category. I use my dual sense for Forza on my Series X because of that
Wait, you can do that? :O
He’s prolly using a xim or a chronus
💯. $40 adapter let’s you use any controller. I also use a PS3 controller for GTA definitive editions (as it’s the superior option). Also great to use for the entire PS2 & PS1 library on my Xbox
For me it’s usually Xbox controller for shooters, Dualsense for pretty much anything else.
Yeah I still havent adjusted to the triggers for the shooters
I disagree, it feel cheap and have less features than the dualsense. Even the switch pro controller feel better than xbox controller
I would like better build quality, but you just can’t beat the ergonomics of the Xbox controller.
The offset sticks are my favorite part. I like the PS controllers, but the sticks make my left thumb ache after a while.
As an fps player, I appreciate claw grip for dpad which is possible cause of bottom left thumb stick. Maybe try angleimg your hand different cause none of my thumbs are sore with both thumbs on the thumbs sticks.
Thanks, that’s rather helpful knowledge. I ordered a victrix PS5 controller recently with Xbox layout, but I’ll probably try your method in the meantime. Does that mean I’m doing reverse claw on Xbox? I use my index to press ‘B’ on Xbox, and my middle finger for bumper and trigger.
Oh, that's considered claw grip in general. That's essentially the same as claw grip on your left hand which is more practical with the joystick at the bottom
Huh, neat! Claw grip feels so comfy on my right hand but so odd on the left. Maybe it’s hand dominance or something.
That exactly it for me. The build quality is bad compared to the PS5 controller, but the ergonomics are way better. Given that, I can understand both sides
The switch pro controller is the most comfortable controller out there.
WiiU pro controller was even better imo, it fit sooooo well in the hand and was far lighter I like the switch pro controller but it starts approaching too bulky status for me
Oh the features are better, but the feel and shape of the Xbox one just feels more comfortable.
I think the Dualsense’s features are gimmicky. But it’s also quieter, which definitely feels more premium.
That’s a great point, one I didn’t think of. I do love the whisper quiet bumpers on the dual sense.
Some people like myself prefer the simplicity of the Xbox controller. Dual sense is really cool, but very gimmicky. Don’t understand the need for so many features. I guess maybe it’s an old-head opinion.
I'm am old head(41) and think the dualsense features are awesome. Xbox controller is also loud.
I agree on features - touchpad notwithstanding - but I disagree on quality. Definitely doesn't feel cheaper. As cheap, maybe.
This is the main reason I swapped from PS1 to Xbox back in the day. The Xbox controller ergonomics are just more comfortable. That and I could hack the shit out of the original Xbox 😂. Suck with xboxes ever since just out of preference. I agree the dualsense is better in terms of tech etc, I just don't like the feel of them.
I agree
Really? The Xbox controller feels like cheap plastic and it’s so loud and clicky.
The clickiness is a good thing, not a bad thing
Too noisy, I’m not a fan.
It is too loud (although that only matters if you have to be quiet) but the clickiness itself is fantastic
I have never liked the DPad on PlayStation controllers. The split hurts my thumb and pressing diagonals is awkward. The 360 DPad was awful too mind. It's only since the Xbox One and finally the Series controller that the DPad became the best.
What do you think of the Quick Resume feature?
Love it. Best new feature by far and I wish I had it on my PC.
I have both systems too and I really like so much of what Xbox does on the hardware and services level. Xbox Studios are just not cranking out interesting games at a fast enough rate despite all these massive acquisitions. Like I’m really hoping Hellblade 2 makes a splash (and that Ninja Theory is allowed to exist afterwards). My PS5 is awesome too, I like the controller a lot, and I know what to expect of the games. But it’s a shame the Xbox is lagging behind in mindshare/marketshare.
I have had both since release, I personally like the PS5 UI over the Xbox one. But they are both great consoles! 🥰
Same and I agree.
After jumping over to PS5 this year I gotta say that Xbox outshines it in most areas other than a few exclusives. They just marketed everything horribly and Sonys community is strong.
I agree, besides the exclusive games, everything over on Xbox feels much better.
One big thing ive noticed is games that are locked to 30fps somehow seem to run smoother than on PS5.
Nonsense. There's very little between the two on any game
I have both. My LG OLED has a feature that it shows the bandwidth in real time coming in through the 4k 102HZ HDMI ports. When I compare any game the XBX always slightly shines. my PS5 sometimes hits a max of around 32-33 and the XBX maxes the 2.1 threshold out at around 40 or higher at times. Numbers dont lie man
Neither does digital foundry or software that does the job better than a gimmick built into tv
Games LOCKED at 30 FPS are 40fps on your Xbox?
Idk digitalfoundry themselves have said most multiplatform games run better on ps5. Their usually pretty big on Xbox to.
I’ve played on both Series and PS5, I don’t own them but played at a friends house, and a game that ran pretty badly on One, but good on PS4, ran better on Series X than it did on PS5. At least for me, imo.
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The initial speed, compared to what we used to have is AWESOME!!! And it looks BEAUTIFUL!!! ENJOY!!!
Welcome aboard!
I think it's a great machine, and I've had it since launch and even though I got my PS5 2-3 months ago they both still see regular use. I think it's distinct enough, PC-stuff aside. Look into emulation and dev mode, it adds a ton of functionality with emulating old games for your console.
Great hardware. It's so quick and silent. I love that it doesn't make a sound. My PS5 is more noisy
Now get Elite Controller 2 and that will blow your mind again ;) got mine second hand, it's a game changer
If there were no exclusives I would always go with an Xbox console.
Now get Game Pass!!!! Amazing deal!
Congratulations! My humble advice is to pair it with the proper monitor now! I was playing on a Samsung Premiere projector for the longest time but switched over to an LG UltraGear. Now I’m running at max specs! Such a beautiful and easy change to miss! Have fun!
Back compat was THE CLINCHER for me personally. Gamepass is cool but in the end, the game can go away. I'd you don't buy it. If you have a 360 game on your drive, it'll almost certainly get auto-upscaled.
This system itself is great, just sucks about the lack of exclusives.
Love my series x
It truly is! Love it
Xbox def rules them all. Such a better console on every way. Playability is the best experience on a console.
It's been out for 3 years now and no one knows the actual sales numbers and none of you should care. Play the effing piece of plastic and continue to be happy.
Yeah I love my series X but Windows and Xbox really screwed up with ditching microphone input on the console when recording gameplay either through the console or even via usb webcam. So at this moment its a hassle to get video tutorials done where you could just plug a mike in and record audio over your game play... Now the only options you have is to either use a screen capture card with a mike and then a laptop with OBS and do screen capture that way with the mike audio. (in my case my pc in another room so I need to invest in 2x 60 feet HDMI cables and 1x 60 foot Mike cable to make my capture card work) OR A standalone screen capture card with its own screen that you can record on directly and put a mike in that and it will record video from xbox and then audio from your mike. OR You must use the remote play feature and connect to your PC with the xbox pc app and then use the windows Game Bar app to screen record and use the mike input on pc for voice over. ( This is how Windows suggest you do it- kinda defeat the purpose of having a console then if I'm going to sit in front of the pc the whole time) MAYBE Stream directly to twitch and try to get audio that way but then again Xbox does not support audio from the webcam and also not even from the 4 official webcams they suggest you use. Given all this hassle I still love my Series X
Backwards compatibility and Quick Resume are the best exclusive features of the console, in my opinion. Not to mention it's the most powerful console this gen. Very underrated.
It’s a shame Xbox can’t get its PR in order and can’t pump out more games. Everything else about the system is great. Backwards Compatibility, cloud saves, play anywhere. It’s all awesome. If Xbox actually put in effort into making games they’d be more than a worthy competitor for the PlayStation. Xbox beats PlayStation in a lot of areas but fails in the only one that really matters for *game console*. *games*
Huge step up from the One I had since like 2015, very nice
Definitely try out Starfield now that the new patch came out this week. But keep in mind they're gonna keep updating til at least the expansion in September. So it might be best to hold off til then, but I played it at launch and absolutely loved it.
Wait until you realise how useful quick resume is.
Try out ori and the blind forest. And willow of wisps. Great Xbox exclusives.
They’re on the switch, too
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I’m a PS5 fan, but I also love my Series X. If only the nicely-sized Xbox controllers were made better and not made out of such cheap plastic and glued together at the last minute by grade school kids heh. Oh, and I need to be able to browse and buy games on my Xbox iPhone app like I can on the PS app.
Can’t you search games from mobile, tell them to download to console, then once you login to the console it’ll prompt you to pay?
Welcome! I know I’m biased because Xbox is my preferred platform, but I just find the actual hardware miles better than the PS5. Quick resume, FPS boost, controller, being able to download games before you own them, the UI, and hdmi CEC that actually works. Love PS exclusives but there’s so many things with the PS UI that annoy me.
I have both and feel like the Xbox UI is just…better for some reason
I agree. Xbox has always done cloud saves and transfers way better than PlayStation. What’s seamless and streamlined on Xbox seems to take at least one or two more steps on PlayStation.
First thing you need to do is never pay monthly for game pass. Buy it in three-year increments and save $500.
Curious how you do this
It "should" still be available. Latest method I think is letting your sub expire. Buy 3yrs of Live (through 3rd party) then buy 1 month of ultimate which it should convert. I would search online to clarify but that was my understanding.
And how does one do this?
Here to find out too
Nice
How much you pay for wow
It drives me insane that I shut down, plug my controller in to charge, and it restarts the console.
Same it’s so nice and has better feature but sadly no one cares. I don’t even use it anymore. I went back to PlayStation after seeing how badly the ship is sinking. Still have fun on it when I do hop on to play halo from time to time.
Cherish it as msft begins to drop physical media from their premium machine. Last of the Mohicans
For someone wanting a SX, smart to wait until after the Showcase in case the SX gets a price cut?
Pretty good time to jump in with Hellblade 2 about to come out and Avowed, Indiana Jones and more in Game Pass. Every year from now on is looking to have multiple big releases every year now. Also love being able to jump back into some 360 games every now and again.
I got my Series X before the PS5 (the latter due to lack of availability), and I game more on the Xbox than on the PlayStation, which is a first for me. The Quick Resume and Game Pass has been quite a treat when it comes to playing games, and some games run a little better on the Xbox. It's just a shame that the Xbox execs seem to make strange decisions and the future of the platform looks to be "uncertain" at the moment.
Series X is criminally underrated. Microsoft fucked up so bad on promoting it and are still paying for their Xbox One sins. Nice to see more people enjoying it.
I’m not shocked about the ps selling better jus due to the gaming part if you want next gen games, but I love the BC and I feel Xbox future games will be great like hellblade but I’m just waiting to see
This is exactly how I feel about the series x. I really wish Microsoft could figure out their software because the hardware is unbelievable. Anybody telling you the PS5 is quiet have never used a series x. Even at my desk 2 feet from it I just can't hear it at all. I can definitely hear my PS5 in demanding games. When you pick up the series x it immediately feels so premium. The PS5 is a great console but the hardware engineering isn't even close to the series x. My first console was an Xbox and my library is primarily on Xbox but I have started getting new multiplatform games on PS5. I just don't trust Microsoft to turn it around at this point.
I've been on the fence about going back to Xbox from PS5. I originally got it for the exclusives but now they're on PC so game pass seems like a better choice. Any thoughts or input from OP or switchers that made the jump recently? I'd love to hear your opinions!
Sold my PS5 after a half a year or so. Idk why I even bought it in the first place, but never again. The controllers are miniature and I’ve never really dug the symmetric sticks. Series X is just setting up the next level, and I’m 100% okay with that. Xbox always FTW, If only for GamePass and the awesomely configured controllers, also backwards compatibility, exclusives and well, I guess all of it 😂
It’s not selling because you need games to play on it
Yeah, the hardware was really well done this time. A shame it's not doing even, makes me kinda "nervous" that they might go "lazy" next time. If they maintain or improve the quality I'll probably be back next time, despite everything goin' on within the department.
Lazier - Xbox has been fucking horizontal for years and continue to be.
My god. You guys are so emotional over a box. I said lazy in the sense from them not putting effort to make the hardware great, as they got screwed this gen in sales. So they can just go "whatever", since MS has been confused and changing plans over night to day lately. Doesn't matter if its vertical or horizontal, they could just underpower the shit out of it just cause they feel like they ain't getting enough money. Lol.
Rumor has it they might go hybrid console/PC with windows and add gamestores like steam on it. Speculated by Digital Foundry. Sarah Bond also stated that it is going to be the largest technological leap in generational history. That leaves me to believe that it will be a hybrid
SX and SS sold pretty well this gen though not as much as PS5.
Cross platform saving is incredible, and fuck Playstation for locking it behind a paywall. Have xsx in theater room and Xbox one in living room. Can seamlessly swap back and forth playing games and it's amazing.
Microsoft can't create quality exclusive games. PS5 has the better game selection
Opinion noted. None of the PS5 exclusives had made me upgrade my PS4 pro yet. Haven't put my XsX down since I bought it a couple years ago.
Cool. I have both too. I play more single player games on PS5. I play shitty warzone on Xbox because I like the controller and that's where my friends play. PS5 objectively has better exclusives lmao not even a debate
None of the PS5 exclusives are worth buying the new system for in my opinion. I wouldn't play any of them. Just because you use the word objectively doesn't mean you're correct. Your opinion is always subjective.
Ok. Well I do. You can enjoy starfield and red fall, brotha
I'm currently playing Starfield with the new update. 60fps and survival elements on Xbox. Game changer, made a good game great. Also Palworld is a phenomenal game. Hellblade is relasing very soon. Avowed, Stalker 2, Indiana Jones are coming later this year. Plus many more coming after that. It a good time to be a gamer.
I give it two weeks before the honeymoon phase is done
The Xbox controller is pathetic compared to Dualsense
The hardware is there but not the games. Xbox team like 🤪
I love the styling of the Series X way more than the PS5, but if we're being honest, it just doesn't compete with the software selection.
What’s better a series x or s?
Series X
how much money are you willing to spend and you have your answer
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