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Game Console Report

Flya does a run-down of the top issues with the current generation of consoles, examining the top 5 problems with each of the consoles they've experienced and some steps on how to possibly prevent said issues.

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parentoftheyear4443d ago

Only own ps4 our of these three but I'm glad to say never had any of this happen. I did have games close with error code quite a bit before the last update though auprised to see that wasn't on there.

MRMagoo1234442d ago

I *fingers crossed touch wood rub Buddhas belly* havent had any problems once yet , no freezes errors crashes nothing lol.

UltimateMaster4442d ago (Edited 4442d ago )

I own a PS4 and I've never experienced any of these issues.

It doesn't show us the frequency of these issues.

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kewlkat0074443d ago (Edited 4443d ago )

Freezing I saw gamers worst mightmare..Some of the other stuff can be remedied.

Nothing worst freezing while gaming. I can deal with the other stuff most of the time.

In the case with the xbox ones kinect..well unplugged it if the experience is that bad. That hardware will get better with software updates and speech recognition will never be perfect.

Fusion_Ninja4443d ago

LOL The Xbox One's top problem is Kinect! Ain't that the truth, on multiple levels...

AgitatedOcelot4443d ago (Edited 4443d ago )

Kinect, you are the incredibly clumsy counter intuitive controller...

That the system can't understand... Oh and you have the privilege of paying $100 more whether you want to be or not.

GUTZnPAPERCUTZ4443d ago

At least it does not freeze... ;)

Christopher4442d ago

From the article: "The most common problem associated with the Kinect is that sometimes it simply does not work properly—whether that is voice commands not being recognized, the motion sensor technology malfunctioning, or games that leverage Kinect for in-game play not being able to be played because of these issues."

Seems just as bad as freezing if the #1 fix they recommend is rebooting everything...

Boody-Bandit4442d ago (Edited 4442d ago )

I don't even bother with Kinect anymore when using my X1. I have a triple panel display in my gaming room and I usually have more than 2 audio systems going at once. Kinect only hears and works for me if I mute both audio devices. It's just not worth doing all that when the controller works fine.

I tried repositioning it over top of the center display. Putting it under my center channel. On my center channel. I even put it on a stand and moved it close to my sitting position and nada. It only works if I have the room well lit and everything in the room quiet. I tried powering the X1 off and disconnecting everything like listed in this article. Still nada. So I basically gave up using it.

I don't feel like calling them and having to go thru some person (usually with an accent barrier) walking me thru step by step things I have already tried several times over. It would be nice if you could just call or contact MS and have them simply send you a new unit / device without playing step and fetch with them and on the phone for a prolonged period of time.

The only other problem I have with the X1 is since the last update my controller wont power off when I turn off the console by accessing it through holding the profile button in. The console powers down but the controller stays lit and burns battery life. So what I do is turn the controller off first and mute the devices in my room and try to get Kinect to respond to me.

I'm just hoping with future updates these things iron themselves out. If not I will eventually have to call their CS and see what they can do on their end.

Gozer4442d ago

My Kinect works fine for what I use it for. The only command Kinect really has a problem for me is "Xbox On". I don't know what it is about that one command, everything else woks great with Kinect.Its incredibly easy to go to a game regardless of what your doing by just saying "Xbox goto *insert game name here*.I like Kinect, I think its worth it. Skype,video editing tools, as well as Twitch are all good reasons to like Kinect.

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videgamenext14443d ago

Freezing on wiiu yes it happens from time to time

wonderfulmonkeyman4442d ago

Recent updates have entirely eliminated the problem for me thus far.

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Playstation Plus Monthly Games for May: EA Sports FC 26, Wuchang: Fallen Feathers, Nine Sols

All available May 5.

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FPSRUSSIA14d ago

What's Point in commenting your basicly closing down the site.

LiViNgLeGaCY14d ago

I'm surprised it's still the old site. I thought he said starting today?

Eonjay14d ago

Its like the final episode of the Sapranos. You gonna go to make a comment and when you click add th-

Profchaos13d ago

Timezone thing maybe.... RIP

darthv7214d ago

Insert the Ferris Bueller end scene... "You're still here? It's over.."

LiViNgLeGaCY14d ago

I think the only game here for me is Nine Sols. Was always interested in that game.

TheColbertinator14d ago

Glad I don't buy FIFA games anymore

Rebel_Scum13d ago

Hey now! Thats a great month.

Nacho_Z13d ago

Good month for me, I wanted that particular footy game and thought it might be due. Anyway who cares, shame about the site I'll miss the comment sections. All the best everyone.

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Naughty Dog Was Reportedly Divided On Joel's Controversial Fate During Development Of TLOU Part 2

Naughty Dog was reportedly divided on the controversial fate of Joel in The Last of Us Part 2 during the game's development.

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SimpleDad14d ago

NO, that can't be... No! I can't... Really?/s

Cacabunga14d ago

They for sure chose the worst way to deal with it

-Foxtrot13d ago

Funny considering Bruce left half way through development and now we get told there was an internal conflict with the story direction.

Makes you think…

HectixRose14d ago

I think it was good decision, if he was still alive, he would have been a mascot just like Kratos, drake and many others. These old dudes gotta die for new characters to take center stage with their own storyline. They keep dragging the emotional baggage into many sequels and eventually the story just turns into absolute shit show.

JEECE14d ago

It was ironic because people complained heavily about the story in the Uncharted games not having sufficient stakes because all the key characters always survived, despite the dangerous situations they were always in. Then ND killed a character in a more serious series and everyone lost their minds. Just shows that people don't always really want the thing they say they want.

CantThinkOfAUsername13d ago

I thought the more common complaint about Uncharted franchise was how the main cast are the good guys acting so nonchalantly while killing hundreds in cold blood (aka the dissonance between gameplay and story cutscenes). They just did it again in Part II.

Soy14d ago

Didn't have to kill him. Just have them part ways or Joel can "retire," whatever.

DarXyde14d ago

I don't think he would necessarily need to become a mascot (and besides, technically, I'd say Ellie is... So regardless, someone was going to be).

From a narrative perspective, I do think it has a similar effect to Ricky dying in Boyz N Da Hood: very likeable character, and you're really motivated to see the get back—in this case, it's more intense because it's an interactive experience. Most people hated Abby, but I get what they were after with portraying the cycle of violence and revenge—unfortunately, the game appears to want to take the side of the bad people.

But I will say that if Joel survived, it does become harder to tell an interesting story. What COULD have happened is an exploration into the rift between Joel and Ellie after the trolley dilemma events of the first game. It could have been interesting to see Abby out for revenge at the same time Ellie hated Joel.

Ashunderfire8614d ago

Sorry just had to say this lol! RICKYYYY!

Man Cuba Gooding Jr was miscast in that movie, but that part was cringey it was sad and funny at the same time man.

Ashunderfire8614d ago (Edited 14d ago )

I understand but the way they went about killing Joel, was poorly executed. Even the show of the Last of Us games tried to improved it, but it was just as bad. Well at least Joel got to know the reason why he had to die, before the death happened in the show. That part gave us the full context, but the game just let it happen with no pay off.

Joel death should have been a midway thing through the story, so we at least get to play him a little more with Ellie. Abby didn’t need to be this Hulk looking woman, but more like the show Abby which is a beater idea in my opinion.

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InUrFoxHole14d ago

The only ND game that was so disappointing to me I couldn't finish it.

pwnmaster300014d ago

Honestly as much as I loved the game, they could have just not killed him off.
I get it creator vision and all but killing a character that made you millions is just wrong imo. At least have him go down fighting.

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Final Fantasy X 25th Anniversary Website Launches With New Nomura Artwork and Merchandise

Square Enix launches Final Fantasy X 25th anniversary site, revealing new Nomura art, books, music releases, and merchandise.

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-Foxtrot14d ago

Look I know VIII has its issues and all that but how on earth can the do big anniversary events with new artwork and merchandise for VII, IX and X yet VIII got sweet f*** all.

They could have given it something during its 25th anniversary yet all it got was a single Happy Anniversary post on their social media.

solideagle14d ago

they should know that we are OG fans of VIII as it sold truckload as well. not as much as VII or X. I personally didn't like IX but X and VI are my personal fav.

Shadow Hearts 2 covenant is another game I love. I hope one day someone can make remake, I would be delighted

Relientk7714d ago

Final Fantasy VIII is great and you are always the first to defend it in the comments