Community MetaSteam | June 2021 - Alex Kidd in Monetary Mishandling Management DX

[lashman]

I remember when I was gaming on my old PC (now my media/surfing PC) with my then 5-year-old Graphics card and the time it took to go to the graphics menu and set the quality WAY down because my PC was overheating heavily. Nervously bouncing with my knees/legs.

Or when you are in the unskippable tutorial/start of the game and you just want to get into the menu to adjust sound levels because music is too loud, voices are too low, or there are no subtitles.
Or you just want to see what is inside your inventory!

yup, all of that as well ... extremely annoying

 

[Nabs]

 

[texhnolyze]

New total conversion mod for Dark Souls, December 21st.

 

[Swenhir]

New total conversion mod for Dark Souls, December 21st.

The thing that kind of kills it for me is that the lightmaps are baked into the building assets and it isn't possible to touch them. That anor londo shot... did not look good and this issue permeates the entire mod unfortunately.

 

[kafiend]

So we can agree that we all hate unskippable:
Logos
Tutorials
Cutscenes
Credit rolls

Also when there is an unskippable race in a racing game before the game starts and BEFORE you can remap/calibrate your wheel/controller. Unskippable gameplay events before the game even starts really annoy me.

 

[Joe Spangle]

Also cutscenes that don't pause when you press start but DO skip. That really bugs me. Sometimes i need to pause but still want to watch the scene.

 

[Parsnip]

You are all going into Hideo Kojima's blacklist!

 

[Kvik]

I don't know, I rather like leaving the logo and credit rolls on. It gives me time to write a post on meta about how much I liked the game (or not).

Having said that though, I appreciate it a lot if the OP movie can be disabled from the options menu.

 

[Mivey]

You are all going into Hideo Kojima's blacklist!

Era members will be ashamed of their words and deeds.

 

[lashman]

 

[Tizoc]

There are 3 versions of Donald Duck Goin' Quackers, far as non-handheld devices are concered:

Version 1 is the DC/N64/PC version. They all look identical save for compromises on respective consoles. Dreamcast ver. is 30 FPS sadly.
PC version is 60 FPS, though some animations look weird, like they are just sped up. DGvoodoo can be used to inject AF and anti aliasing.

Version 2 is the Playstation ver. Visuals wise, it is fine for PSOne but can pale compared to PC/DC. Still a solid platformer and one I recommend if you like platerformers of that era.

Version 3 is the PS2/GC version. This one is vastly different from its predecessors and includes a score mechanic which can encourage replayability for getting a high score (you can even save your initials!)

This leaves the Gameboy and GBA versions whicha re their own separate games.

You are all going into Hideo Kojima's blacklist!

Plot twist: Kojima is on a lot of peep's blacklist already

 

[Stevey]

Finally set my old monitor up.

 

[Aaron D.]

Any opinions on PGA '21?

Recent Mario Golf buzz has me itching to dig into a more realistic golf game.

I know that HB Studios has steadily been increasing the quality of the (formerly titled Golf Club) franchise and I also understand that it's not as deep or polished as the old EA PGA titles. So I guess I'm going in knowing it's an also-ran kinda deal. But the current discount seems fair to take a chance on.

My two primary concerns are single-player depth and mouse swing controls. Won't be playing online and won't be using a controller. I'd be less hesitant if 2K1 featured 3-click swing mode, but sadly it only seems to be pull back/push forward variety, so I'm a little worried how that plays with a mouse. And on single-player, progressive unlocks in career mode were a great carrot to lead me through on the old Tiger Woods titles, so I'm curious if 2K1 can satisfy that itch.

Anyway, I'll prob. bite either way. Just curious if there's any strong opinions one way or the other.

 

[Mivey]

Finally set my old monitor up.

Congrats on the nice setup.
Great choice of Steam UI and taste in music.

 

[Stevey]

Now I've got them both set up the difference in viewing angles is really apparent.

Only going to buy IPS from now on.

 

[EdwardTivrusky]

Now I've got them both set up the difference in viewing angles is really apparent.

Only going to buy IPS from now on.

More importantly how are the Chocolate Brownie M&Ms?

 

[dex3108]

 

[Stevey]

More importantly how are the Chocolate Brownie M&Ms?

Not as good as I was expecting

Crispy M&Ms are still my faves

 

[EdwardTivrusky]

I like the Hazelnut ones and i have a thing for the Salted Caramel ones. I can, and have, eaten packs of them.
Luckily they always have them at the poundshop around the corner ffrom me.

 

[NarohDethan]

Finally set my old monitor up.

Nice m&m's

 

[MomoVideo]

Finally set my old monitor up.

Excellent paint job.

 

[Stevey]

Excellent paint job.

thanks, I paid someone to paint it for me

 

[Nabs]

River City Girls scares the shit out of me on every launch with the loud-ass arc sys logo.

 

[EdwardTivrusky]

River City Girls scares the shit out of me on every launch with the loud-ass arc sys logo.

Find and rename the intro movie or movies, if the game crashes, create empty text documents and rename them to the original movie name, if the game still complains then find blank movie files of the file-type used and rename them to match the original movie names.

One of the first things i do after a couple of launches is to remove/rename as many intro movie files as i can.

 

[Tizoc]

So I'm thinking of PAUSING the current bundle to see if Hamble will give an offer over the next week, so I can get this bundle for cheaper

 

[Snakethesniper]

I've been away a few days, I have to read the whole thread, but as of the 26th of June I'm now officially a HUSBANDO

 

[Hektor]

Is this legit?

Sent by msgur@microsoft.com

I can't quite figure it out because the Microsoft Games Research Team seems to be an actual thing

 

[Stone Ocean]

[NINJA GAIDEN: Master Collection] NINJA GAIDEN Σ - Version 1.0.0.1 has been released - Steam News

Version 1.0.0.1 was released today. The changes are as below. - Added the screen resolution 1440p to LAUNCH OPTIONS. When 1440p is specified in LAUNCH OPTIONS, the rendering resolution is 2560 x 1440. - On the first startup, the game now enters Fullscreen Mode. - Pressing Alt + Enter now...

store.steampowered.com

We plan to add graphics options in a future update

Not gonna lie, I almost respect how shameless this is.

 

[lashman]

I've been away a few days, I have to read the whole thread, but as of the 26th of June I'm now officially a HUSBANDO

congrats

 

[Hektor]

I've been away a few days, I have to read the whole thread, but as of the 26th of June I'm now officially a HUSBANDO

Congrats bro

But don't forget

Never have more than one waifu,
or you'll destroy your laifu

 

[Wok]

I've been away a few days, I have to read the whole thread, but as of the 26th of June I'm now officially a HUSBANDO

Congrats!

Is this legit?

Sent by msgur@microsoft.com

I can't quite figure it out because the Microsoft Games Research Team seems to be an actual thing

It looks fake to me, partially due to the fact that they offer to pay for the work.

If this is their Twitter account, I would say it is fake.

https://twitter.com/ms_gur

Maybe ask SUR@microsoft.com (found below) if the offer is legit. Or reply to the email (msgur@microsoft.com) to see if they can receive emails.

Xbox Research - Microsoft Research

Our team of Games User Researchers sets the blueprint for games research, and together we enable the magic of gaming for every person on the planet. Our researchers have an accountability to make great games and experiences, while providing impact through analysis and strategic guidance. We...

www.microsoft.com

 

[ExistentialThought]

I've been away a few days, I have to read the whole thread, but as of the 26th of June I'm now officially a HUSBANDO

Congratulations!!!

 

[Nabs]

Is this legit?

Sent by msgur@microsoft.com

I can't quite figure it out because the Microsoft Games Research Team seems to be an actual thing

#TeamReal. Get that money

 

[MaskedCircle]

It probably had my favorite story and world of any SMT game so far (1 and Nocturne being the other two mainline games I've played)

yeah totally, glad you enjoyed it

 

[Hektor]

Congrats!



It looks fake to me, partially due to the fact that they offer to pay for the work.

If this is their Twitter account, I would say it is fake.

https://twitter.com/ms_gur

Maybe ask SUR@microsoft.com (found below) if the offer is legit. Or reply to the email (msgur@microsoft.com) to see if they can receive emails.

Xbox Research - Microsoft Research

Our team of Games User Researchers sets the blueprint for games research, and together we enable the magic of gaming for every person on the planet. Our researchers have an accountability to make great games and experiences, while providing impact through analysis and strategic guidance. We...

www.microsoft.com

Good idea, i have both, written to SUR questioning if the offer is legit, and to MSGUR that i would like to have confirmation of their legitimacy.

 

[MegaApple]

I've been away a few days, I have to read the whole thread, but as of the 26th of June I'm now officially a HUSBANDO

Congratulations, mate.
Entire Meta wish best of luck to both of you

 

[Kal1m3r0]

Finally set my old monitor up.

Nice one! I'm just building a similar setup, even tho I can't shoot a proper photo

 

[prudis]

so once aagain , went bit nuts with threads ... mostly stuff from around E3

reveals:

News - iii: Revolving Wonderland - announced for 2022/20223

iii: Revolving Wonderland is an RPG by a sole developer using pixel art, 3D & live 2D. Explore a broken world “full of happiness” and hear out people’s wishes as you seek the truth. Will the world end up fixed, destroyed, or...? It’s up to you. Overview As the "main character/hero", the game...

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News - Clid the Snail - announced for Summer 2021 (PS) / later in 2021 (PC)

https://clidthesnail.wixsite.com/ Publisher Koch Media and developer Weird Beluga Studio will release dual-stick shooter Clid the Snail for PlayStation 4 this summer, followed by PC later in 2021, the companies announced. The winners of last year’s Best Game Of The Year award in the VI Edition...

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News - Planet of Lana - announced for late 2022

Publisher Thunderful and developer Wishfully have announced cinematic puzzle adventure game Planet of Lana for Xbox Series, Xbox One, and PC (Steam, Windows 10). It will launch in late 2022. A planet that used to be a place of undisturbed balance between human, nature, and animal has now...

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News - Lies of P - Announced by Neowiz

Publisher Neowiz and developer Round8 Studio have announced Lies of P, an action Souls-like game and dark reimagining of the classic tale of Pinocchio. It is planned for release across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC via Steam. FIght against powerful foes and lie at every chance you get...

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News - Scars Above - announced for 2022

Prime Matter, the new publishing label under Koch Media, and developer Mad Head Games have announced dark science-fiction action adventure game Scars Above for consoles and PC. Specific consoles were not announced. It will launch in 2022. Scars Above is a challenging, immersive third-person...

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News - Palworld - announced for 2022

Craftopia studio Pocket Pair have announced multiplayer open-world survival crafting game Palworld for PC (Steam). It will launch in 2022. About The Game Q. What is this game about? A. Palworld is a game about living a slow life with mysterious creatures "Pal" or throwing yourself into...

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News - Warhammer 40,000: Shootas, Blood & Teef - announced for 2022 (Guns Gore and Cannoli devs)

Developer Rogueside (known for their Guns, Gore & Cannoli series or Hidden Through Time ) has announced 2D run-and-gun platformer Warhammer 40,000: Shottas, Blood & Teef for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series, Xbox One, and PC (Steam). It will launch in 2022. The Orks, a...

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News - Dolmen - re-announced for 2022, now published by Prime Matter

Originally funded by Kickstarter back in 2018 Prime Matter, the new publishing label under Koch Media, will publish the Massive Work Studio-developed cosmic horror science-fiction third-person action RPG Prime Matter for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC when it...

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News - Eiyuden Chronicle: 100 Heroes (Suikoden successor) coming 2023 - now published by 505 Games | EC: Rising spinof in 2022

https://eiyudenchronicle.com/ Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes will launch for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC (Steam, EGS) in 2023, preceded by town-building action RPG Eiyuden Chronicle: Rising in 2022, publisher 505 Games and developer Rabbit & Bear Studios...

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|OT| - Death's Gambit - Death's little helper | Afterlife DLC announced (first on Switch)

Death's Gambit is a challenging 2D action platformer with deep RPG elements. As an agent of Death bound to his service, unravel the mystery of Siradon and discover the true price of immortality. The promise of immortality lies at the heart of Siradon. As Death's right hand, challenge the...

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Dates:

News - Bleak Faith: Forsaken - It's like Dark Souls, but darker, and bigger (Q4 2021))

Holy shit, how did I miss this gem. Just watch this trailer to get the general idea about the game. Here's their Kickstarter trailer. It's fully funded now and aiming for stretch goals. PC only at the moment, but PS4 and XB1 is at the top of their priority. We were initially going to...

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News - Tribes of Midgard - releasing July 27

Tribes of Midgard will launch for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and PC via Steam on July 27, Gearbox Publishing and developer Norsfell Games announced. It will cost $19.99 for the standard edition and $29.99 for the Deluxe Edition featuring platform-exclusive armor, weapons, and pets. The Deluxe...

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News - Aragami 2 - releasin September 17

Aragami 2 will launch for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC via Steam on September 17 for $39.99 / €39.99 / £34.99, publisher Merge Games and developer Lince Works announced. You are one of the last elite warriors of your kin, the Aragami. Victims of a supernatural...

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|OT| - GRIME - Like a hole in the Head

https://www.gog.com/game/grime http://www.grimegame.com/ Explore a surreal world obsessed with proportions and anatomy, in this 2.5D Metroidvania action RPG, where you will find out what you're made of... and break everything else apart...

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News - Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous (Owlcat Games) - releasing September 2 (PC) , Fall 2021 (consoles)

2) Many turn based games have already devised means to alleviate this problem Automated turns Faster animation settings Resource management - Even if an encounter is relatively easier, it may still require finite resources to overcome (health, spells, durability, potions, scrolls, ect.)...

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|OT| - The Dark Pictures Anthology | House of Ashes (game 3) releasing October 2021

Man of Medan - website Don't Play Alone From the developers of Until Dawn... Enter the world of The Dark Pictures - A series of standalone cinematic horror games. Players will be challenged to explore and uncover each story with the knowledge that all their choices have consequences and all...

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News - Arboria - v1.0 releasing August 2021

https://arboriagame.com Arboria is a 3D rogue-lite, third-person action RPG. As a warrior, a Yotun, explore procedurally generated dungeons, use a variety of tools to overcome challenges, obliterate enemies using Symbiotic Weapons and mutate to become stronger. Become the Chosen One who will...

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OTs:

|OT| - Edge of Eternity - On the edge of Glory | v1.0 out on PC, coming Q4 2021 (consoles)

The world of Heryon is torn apart. Years ago, the arrival of a mysterious alien force ultimately plunged the planet into an endless cataclysmic war where both magic and technology were unleashed to their worst and darkest extremes. Now an even greater threat has emerged : in a despicable act of...

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|OT| - Griftlands (Klei) - Outwit or Overpower | V1.0 out now

Deck-building roguelite Griftlands will exit Early Access and launch for PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store on June 1, and PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Switch on June 4, developer Klei Entertainment announced. Griftlands is a deck-building rogue-like where you fight and negotiate your way...

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|OT| - Chicory: A Colorful Tale (by dev of Wandersong) - A Picture Paints a Thousand Words

http://chicorygame.com !!! Chicory: A Colorful Tale is an adventure game about a dog wielding a magic paintbrush! Use the power of art to explore, solve puzzles, help your animal friends and restore color to the world. Created by Greg Lobanov (Wandersong), Lena Raine (Celeste, Guild Wars 2)...

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loots of cool stuff

 

[Wok]

I forgot this game existed.


Waiting for Choice.

 

[prudis]

[UWSL]Look at us go as [/UWSL]#11bitstudios[UWSL] with Unreal Engine in all our future projects - and have a look at what exactly this entails with this early in-engine footage from our unannounced titles! [/UWSL]

 

[Wok]

Apparently, xCloud is available to all subscribers of GamePass Ultimate. I need to figure out what to do. Edit: Use Chrome or Edge.

Xbox Cloud Gaming (Beta) on Xbox.com

Play Xbox Cloud Gaming (Beta) on Xbox.com. Use your Xbox Game Pass Ultimate membership to play 100s of consoles games on PC and supported mobile devices.

www.xbox.com

Xbox Cloud Gaming: Now Running on Xbox Series X; Expanded PC and Apple Device Availability - Xbox Wire

At Xbox, our mission is simple: bring the joy and community of gaming to everyone on the planet. To achieve that, we aspire to empower everyone to play the games you want, with the people you want, anywhere you want. We are creating a future that combines the gaming heritage of Xbox and the...

news.xbox.com

 

[Alextended]

Anyone played this demo? Good as hoped?

 

[Aaron D.]

Anyone played this demo? Good as hoped?

I played it and it shows promise.

Level layout was kinda confusing though.

Needs to cook in the oven more.

 

[Madventure]

Finally set my old monitor up.

WE'RE SPEAKER BROS

 

[inky]

Any opinions on PGA '21?

Recent Mario Golf buzz has me itching to dig into a more realistic golf game.

I know that HB Studios has steadily been increasing the quality of the (formerly titled Golf Club) franchise and I also understand that it's not as deep or polished as the old EA PGA titles. So I guess I'm going in knowing it's an also-ran kinda deal. But the current discount seems fair to take a chance on.

My two primary concerns are single-player depth and mouse swing controls. Won't be playing online and won't be using a controller. I'd be less hesitant if 2K1 featured 3-click swing mode, but sadly it only seems to be pull back/push forward variety, so I'm a little worried how that plays with a mouse. And on single-player, progressive unlocks in career mode were a great carrot to lead me through on the old Tiger Woods titles, so I'm curious if 2K1 can satisfy that itch.

Anyway, I'll prob. bite either way. Just curious if there's any strong opinions one way or the other.

I haven't played it, but a friend I trust told me it's the best golf game out there.

 

[Dragon1893]

Unskippable credits make my blood boil. In most games they go on for fucking ever. Why are they forcing us to sit through them?!

 

[Valdien]

[NINJA GAIDEN: Master Collection] NINJA GAIDEN Σ - Version 1.0.0.1 has been released - Steam News

Version 1.0.0.1 was released today. The changes are as below. - Added the screen resolution 1440p to LAUNCH OPTIONS. When 1440p is specified in LAUNCH OPTIONS, the rendering resolution is 2560 x 1440. - On the first startup, the game now enters Fullscreen Mode. - Pressing Alt + Enter now...

store.steampowered.com

Not gonna lie, I almost respect how shameless this is.

Wow, I am shocked that KT/TN released an update. I totally expected the collection to be abandoned.

 

[Stone Ocean]

Anyone played this demo? Good as hoped?

I loved the game's mechanics but the demo was a jumbled mess so I'm saving judgment until I see the actual game with a proper mission structure and story.

 

[fantomena]

Looking forward to them, I expect good things fron UE5.

 

[Li Kao]

Oh for fuck’s sake, I must be in a very bad place because I spent the evening looking at Wow videos and toying with the idea of getting back in. Haven’t played since Wrath.

But their new player experience looks so confusing.