Zelda Ocarina of Time Remake vs GTA 6: The Release Date Showdown
Readers are speculating that Nintendo may release the Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake dangerously close to GTA 6, potentially within the same week. One reader, Onibee, noted that despite Nintendo's unpredictability, the lack of substantial footage and no Direct announced suggests a release no earlier than September, possibly November. With September and October already packed, Nintendo might target November, even if it means going head-to-head with Rockstar's blockbuster. Onibee personally bets on Nintendo, stating: "I’m going to bet 10 internet points that they release Zelda within a week of GTA 6."
Digital Downloads: A Con Revealed?
Franky expressed frustration over digital downloads, highlighting price cuts on Wolverine before release that are unavailable digitally. "These price cuts on Wolverine, months before it’s even out, are not something you’ll ever get digitally, because there’s only one way to buy the download: Sony’s way," he wrote. He argued that Sony and Microsoft hold all the cards, leaving gamers with no refund options and no control over their purchases.
Gears of War: E-Day Lukewarm Previews
Penfold voiced concerns over Gears of War: E-Day after reading multiple lukewarm previews. "The game clearly cost a fortune, that it’s not got a chance of getting back if it’s an Xbox console," he said. He questioned Microsoft's continued presence in the gaming industry, warning that the company's strategy is destroying other companies and that leaving with dignity was a missed opportunity.
Second-Hand Savings: Mario Kart World at CeX
Alex responded to bigboybent's observation that Mario Kart World was £5 cheaper at CeX (£60) than Currys (£65). Alex argued that even small savings matter: "To see £5 as a ‘small’ value and therefore not enough to differentiate between two numbers is illogical and quite simply false." He emphasized that second-hand cartridges offer negligible difference in quality.
Physical vs. Digital: A PC Perspective
Henry countered arguments against Sony's move to digital-only, citing PC gaming's successful transition via Steam. "Now PC gaming is all digital, and no one’s complaining, so why don’t Sony fans just grow up and accept the change?" he wrote. However, GC pointed out that Sony's refund policy is less generous than Steam's.
Arcade Archives: Mr. Do! Brings Nostalgia
Nick the greek shared his joy at finding Mr. Do! on Arcade Archives, noting its 1982 origin and fond memories of playing it at a caravan park. He praised the game's soundtrack and playability, despite its limited home ports. GC added that Mr. Do! had few ports, with a SNES version arriving 12 years late and lacking new features.
Crunchyroll's Free Game Service
Ali K discovered that Crunchyroll subscriptions include access to a collection of free games, including Metal Slug Tactics, Crypt of the Necrodancer, and Dungeons of Hinterberg. GC noted this was a solid lineup of indie titles, added a few years ago.
User Reviews vs. Professional Reviews
Slideaway1983 defended user review scores for Splatoon Raiders, arguing that bias exists in both user and professional reviews. He personally gave the game a 9, citing its single-player focus and pick-up-and-play levels. GC responded that they feel hurt by the implication that established review sources are less trustworthy than random user reviews.
Inbox Also-Rans
GMA mentioned impressive tornadoes on Giant's Deep in The Outer Wilds, while Gadfly suggested a video game adaptation of The Odyssey, given the success of Assassin's Creed on word association alone.
