So I've been reading up on the comments for Microsofts E3 press conference, I can't exactly agree or disagree for any of them. I liked just about every game I saw. Each and every one of them looked exciting. Yet with every good game comes a buttload of ridiculous controversy. Just look at Watch Dogs.
Here's a couple of post I saw. Keep in mind that they are NOT word for word. My memory isn't picture perfect:
"Master Chief collection made you want an Xbox One? You like playing the same games again, huh?"
Oh what utter nonsense. If this dude owned a PS4. then he can't admit he wants or has already played Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition, or want The Last of Us Remastered. If this guy owns a Wii U, then he can't pretend he didn't enjoy the Windwaker HD. Collections are good ways for people to play games they didn't play before, and considering YOUR company makes remakes, you've got no room to talk whatsoever.
"If you didn't want an Xbox One after this press conference, you're not a true gamer."
SHUT UP! Sorry, had to let that out.
First of all, ENOUGH with this "true gamer" nonsense! If you play a type of game and play it regularly THEN you are A "true gamer." Not wanting a console or playing a genre of games people don't think is "hardcore" changes that.
But regardless, again this press conference made me want an Xbox One, but I'm not getting it for understandable reasons. I have a PS4. I have a Wii U. I play them both regularly. I play my 3DS from time to time. And I also have a life filled with friends, family, girls, etc. Owning more consoles and games than I already do will not only empty my wallet, but damage my social life.
On the OTHER hand, I want the people pretending like this wasn't a good press conference to, excuse my language, shut their mouths. Not wanting an Xbox One after this doesn't make you a untrue gamer, but you can't pretend like what was shown won't fit other peoples tastes and convince THEM to buy an Xbox One. So stop bashing this press conference.
You never know. Sonys and Nintendos footage might beat this one to a pulp.
For Southeast Asia, new price changes.
Prices effective starting May 1st, 2026.
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The price increases are due to the RAM demand associated with AI and the US-Iran war. You can look to any business news website and local news to see that. Heck, even the 2026 Asus Zenbook Duo I've been eyeing has faced delays and has had a price increase of $400; that laptop has two specs. Asus is doing a staggered release with per-orders for the lower spec now and shipping in May and pre-orders for the higher spec that I'm eyeing starting in June. Basically, all computer manufactures are affected. It'll most likely start affecting smart phones too if it hasn't already. I can't remember the last time any major console maker (Nintendo, Sony, Sega, etc) increased the price of their console mid cycle outside of Microsoft just to make more profit.
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Maybe it's the inner fanboy in me talking, but as awesome as Microsoft's conference was, I expect Sony to kick*** and take names. Nintendo I'm totally unsure about, and maybe in that way I can expect them to blow me away somehow. Who knows? Either way, Microsoft did a dang fine job and now I want to save up for a One, but only after I get a PS4 still.
I can afford to buy an Xbox one, and I still won't do it. Even if I was given one for free, I'd sell it or give it away (maybe to the guy who wrote this blog). I didn't like any of the games (except The Division--which was 3rd party).
So far, I'm a little dissapointed with how this new gen has started off: I seriously am bored. I'm on my PS3 more than on my PS4. Need more variety and higher quality in games, pronto. Hope Sony doesn't drop the ball this e3 like MS just did.
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When the blog writer said that PS4 fans would be excited about TLOU remastered and Tomb Raider Definitive editions, I must say that that isn't necessarily true either. I am a HUGE TLOU fan, yet I am not excited about yet another remake. I will only buy it if it's $10 for those of us who already own the PS3 digital version--and only because the PS3 version's online servers will eventually be shut down before the newer PS4 remakes version. I could care less about graphics. And I wouldn't pay a dime more either.
Just because people complained about the Halo remake collection, doesn't mean that they hate Xbox One. In fact, some of them may be owners of the system, and feel disappointed about the collection anyway. Especially since the only way to get in halo 5's beta is to buy a collection of old Halo games you already own.
The master chef collection is WAY different. The Halo games changed shooters. Especially Halo 2, and it is its 10 year anni. The Last of US was released last year. Plus, they are throwing ALL Halo games in one disc for $60. They are doing this so that people who didnt know the halo games on the X1 get a chance to catch up. Its great. And for fans of Halo 2. And there ARE TONS OF THEM.. Halo 2 anni alone is worth the $60. People have been waiting for that for a long long time. THis isnt the same old remake. This is something special. And what do you mean people were saying you arent a true gamer if you want an X1? Have people been that thoroughly brainwashed? LOL. The bandwagon hate is strong. The X1 so far and for all of 2014 is going to have better games. Thats just pathetic. Hey i am glad i have both. BUT if i could have only one. It would be the X1.
All honesty MS showed some stuff that really makes me interested. The Platinum game, Crackdown, D4 (not shown but still coming) and Phantom Dust interest me quite a bit. The problem is that it's just not enough, both Sony and Nintendo just have more than that to hold my interests. If I pick up a Xone it will be towards the end of the life cycle so I can play the games I've missed for cheap.
The only reason I still have my XBOX ONE is because of FORZA 5. I am serious. I think if it was not for that exclusive game, I would have sold mine.