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Now That The Xbox One is $299 What's Holding You Back?

The Xbox One has been off to a rocky start. With Microsoft often at times, cutting the price of the Xbox One. Now weeks before E3, Microsoft has yet again cut the price of their console down to a very tempting $299. So whats holding you back on pulling the trigger, on Xbox One? Poli Games host, Joseph, talks about what would hold him back and what the Xbox One's surprising strengths

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Abash2919d ago

Um the Xbox One has been $299 quite a lot this year and also during last holiday season. There have been tons of opportunities to get one at that price, it isn't really enticing at this point

Poli_Games2918d ago

Has it really? I knew it was 299$ In April, and during the holidays, but that's about it. What's makes it less enticing for you? If you don't mind me asking?

LordMaim2918d ago

Well for a new consumer, the incoming upgraded hardware for one. If I had known that there would be improved hardware four years into the cycle, I'd have waited.

kneon2918d ago

For me it's not enough exclusives that I care about, and now with most of them going to PC then there really is no point. If a game comes along that does interest me I can play it on PC with no need to buy another console for just a handful of games.

nX2918d ago

Microsoft is holding me back, we've all seen how fast they abandon their hardware if it's not meeting expectations anymore. The exclusives so far have not been enough to convince me that I really need a XB1 but maybe Scalebound can change that.

darthv722918d ago (Edited 2918d ago )

I seem to recall the original xbox still getting software and technical support after the 360 released. Same with the 360 when the XB1 released.

As for this scorpio, it may very well be MS answer to compete with the NX in the sooner than expected 9th gen that is on the horizon. When it comes to the 8th gen, hell I still haven't gotten an xb1 or a PS4 and perhaps if these rumored newer systems are real then I will start seeing some super crazy deals on people offloading their existing units in preparation.

sometimes patience really pays off.

@below, so you are talking about 1st / 2nd party exclusives and not support overall. See i am looking at the bigger picture in that games released for a previous system are considered "support" in light of a new platform release. Games like Rise of Tomb Raider and Titanfall on 360 for example.

when i see people say "abandoned" I think it flat out ended, no more no less, that was it, done finished... when in reality it was not the case. We see things differently and that's okay.

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Fatal-Aim2918d ago (Edited 2918d ago )

@ the title

Maybe it just doesn't have the TYPES of games some people prefer? Not everyone enjoys the shooter and racer genre, and this is where the console mainly excel at with their 1st and second party. Why do you think it is doing so badly in Japan and Europe? That strategy is only good in the states or the UK for them. People want diversity and I'm not talking about one or two poor ports just to wet their mouth.

Eonjay2918d ago

Amazon always has one available for 299 and Best Buy had a sale right before the official price drop.... when Quantum Break launched, there was also another temp sale that lasted ALL OF APRIL.

Testfire2918d ago

For me it's the games. I'm not a Halo guy. Gears is OK, but I liked Fable 2 and Crackdown better from last gen. So if we could get new entries to those franchises it would be enticing. Also I have Windows 10 and a good gaming PC now and it seems like many exclusives will be heading there so yeah, for me really no reason for an X1 at the moment.

Army_of_Darkness2918d ago

The fact that I can get 5+ ps4 games for that much is the reason why I still wouldn't get an xbone maybe?! LOL!

kickerz2918d ago (Edited 2918d ago )

@lord maim. So you would wait 4 years for a new console , if u knew there would be one .hahahahahhhahaha are u serious so for 4 years you would not play video games. Seems logical. Let's all up vote this ridiculous comment. Proves how many sheep on this site

XisThatKid2918d ago (Edited 2918d ago )

I'm sorry I own a PS4 I just don't need an X1 especially for 300$ that's still allot of money especially when you already have another console that's satisfying your gaming needs.
Not to mention it's been 300 before, the price isn't everything to everyone

whitesoxfalife19762918d ago

@lordmaim before the last gen, console life cycle has always been at 5 yrs at min this is no different. Resetting the clock thas all. Yet everybody going for rumors.
299 is the sweet spot for console gaming until 2017-18 then when new gen comes those prices will drop to 199.99(current gen). This is the same formula it just looks recoated to the newer gen gamers from the 360/ps3 era

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rainslacker2918d ago

I brought mine for $220 last October when you factor in an $50 Amazon Gift card, XBL sub, and a few games thrown into a bundle which sold for $359.

Poli_Games2918d ago

Sounds like an awesome deal! Why would anyone down vote that xD

trooper_2918d ago

The only thing that I would consider for XB1 is KI bit even then I can upgradr my PC and buy it.

Khaotic2918d ago

Yes but those were promo prices, now they will promo at $249

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Waterfall1012919d ago

Nothing has held me back..
Having the best games and features on any console is huge for me, im getting a slim at the end of the year, my brother is taking my current one and hopefully the scorpio rumors are true because i purchased a 4k tv two weeks ago!!

Poli_Games2918d ago

Very awesome! I'm glad you're enjoying your exprience. No matter what you game on, as long as your gaming and having fun, thats what counts!

Spenok2918d ago

This is absolutely the truth. If anyone says otherwise, they're wrong. Plain and simple.

MagicBeanz2918d ago (Edited 2918d ago )

I always love these comments, you can always tell they're trying to convince themselves.

@ Septic, says the guy replying to my comment, apparently the idea of irony is lost on you. The definition of Septic: "infected with bacteria". Sounds like a fitting name for you.

Gazondaily2918d ago

I love your kind of comment more. You can always tell which guy is so insecure that he gets annoyed by someone's enjoyment. Makes easy prey 😂

BEASELY2918d ago

And I love your kind of comments, Septic, enabling the mentality of flat-out objectifying the proclamation of "best games and features on any console," devoid of any subjective pre-fix whatsoever.

He can at least say "in my opinion," and by not doing so is clearly trying to start a flame-war. Naive of you to not see that. Selective reasoning, I suppose.

BEASELY2918d ago

And don't use a crying emojii, we're not 16 year old Instagram gals.

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Gazondaily2918d ago (Edited 2918d ago )

@Beasley

The comments I love EVEN more are of those myriad of users who need to be explicitly spoon fed about the subjective nature of people's sentiments, regardless of any disclaimer or the obvious form of the same.

"He can at least say "in my opinion," "

But catering to those who have an inability to grasp the obvious is a tiresome affair. Heck, I can even give you an example of me expressly stating that opinion but you and your ilk choose to ignore it. What to do eh?

Speaking of selective reasoning, I wonder if you could actually qualify your statement in light of MagicBeanz's comment. I am willing to bet you cannot based on his comments here.

"And don't use a crying emojii, we're not 16 year old Instagram gals."

😂

BEASELY2918d ago

Your name is self-explanatory, need I say more? Dismissed.

BEASELY2918d ago

The declaration of a fanboy war and your acceptance of it is the only thing obvious here, septic tank.

Poli_Games2918d ago

Why can't we all just get along?!

Gazondaily2918d ago

@Beasley

Says he isn't a 16 year old girl on Instagram but calls me the wonderfully imaginative Septic tank. My days sir, you are incredibly intelligent.

I knew you wouldn't be able to qualify your nonsense assertions. Ah well, it's entertainment nonetheless ☺

AngelicIceDiamond2918d ago (Edited 2918d ago )

@Beasely Apparently you can't read he said FOR ME in other words his opinion. Either way you guys are incapable of simply letting others enjoy their platform you feel the need to "make it personal" whenever someone's happy with their product. Its like yelling at somebody who's eating and enjoying their pepperoni pizza THAT THEY PURCHASED because you prefer cheese. Childish insecurities at its finest go out, get a girlfriend experience life instead of bashing other ppls choices that they purchased what their hard earned money the last thing he needs is some little childish insecure 6 grade girl mentality of a fanboy mud slinging for no reason.

Don't treat ppl like shit for no reason.

Gol3m2918d ago

I think you should all go out, build a bridge and get over it. So much whining from both sides. But do find Septics name ironic and had a laugh. Sorry septic

BEASELY2918d ago

Ok, there's a lot to unpack here with this monstrosity of emotional text. I guess I'll start from the top.

Firstly, how about we begin with what I have apparently read wrong and what you have indeed read wrong. Let's expose who actually DOES NOT know how to read (you), go over the sentence, break it down and re-word it for your dolty brain.

"Having the best games and features on any console is huge for me."

So he's saying TO HIM, the console with (objectively, as the sentence reads) the best games and features is reason enough.

The 'for me' portion of his sentence relates to the reasoning, not the objective nature of his best games and features comment, which I honestly couldn't give a shit less about.

Now as far as you go, you're an emotional boy. You get upset that logic is in practice, so in-turn come to far-out conclusions of girlfriends and life enjoyment, making you look like a desperate ass.

Couple questions -

When did I bash his purchase?
Where's the evidence of my supposed fanboyism, as an owner of all consoles since PS1/N64?
When did I treat him like shit?

Stop crying. Don't overcompensate so hard when septic tank here subcribes to your lawyer services via DM, you'll just look dumb.

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Bobafret2918d ago

Silly disagrees. They just can't stand that you like something that they loathe.

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notachance2918d ago

well people couldn't care less about what he likes, but 'Having the best games and features on any console'...

lol

killer_goat2918d ago

Lol funny comment. The xbox does not have the best games.

nX2918d ago (Edited 2918d ago )

When it comes to exclusives, I'd even prefer the WiiU at this point... funny claim though, guess it's all subjective.

AngelicIceDiamond2918d ago

@Water Damn ppl really hate that you mind your own buissness and play what you like and enjoy what you like. In case ppl haven't noticed he said "for me" he didn't preach it like its fact, swear children on this site you fanboys need lives PRONTO.

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trooper_2918d ago

Maybe they just...idk disagreed? An opinion can be disagreed with.

Why o why2918d ago (Edited 2918d ago )

Lol. . Best games and features. . . MS needs you and more like you. . . In my humble opinion

BEASELY2918d ago

Where is the mudslinging?! Haha, pure delusion, and your grammar/punc is complete shit.

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MrSwankSinatra2918d ago

There isn't nothing holding me back. I own a PS4 which means that owning an xbox one for me would be for the exclusives. Unfortunately for Microsoft they don't have any exclusives that I'm interested in at the current moment.

Chivas112918d ago

Yup, also if you own a good PC, you can play most of the X1 exclusives on it

Jburr942918d ago

Honestly PS4 and PC would be the logical way to go right now after all these rumors.

freshslicepizza2918d ago

if people just bought a ps4 for exclusives and played the rest on the pc sony would not like that since they make most of their money on multiplat games. i am actually happy though to see more and more people get into pc gaming.

notachance2918d ago

same for me, I don't really care about the price, the game is what compels me to buy a console and X1 is a total bore for people who grew up in JRPG golden era like me..
PS4 on the other hand has Persona 5, Star Ocean, Ni no Kuni 2, Dragon Quest XI.. probably more will be announced at this year TGS

Aceman182918d ago

I have one but I regret buying it now as the game (quantum break) I really wanted on it disappointed the hell out of me. Now it just sits there collecting dust as I wait for crackdown 3 for its campaign mode.

And if you think I'm being a fanboy just look up gamer tag zero cool 108.

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FunkyGoron2918d ago

Sea of Thieves is the only game that interests me from a first party perspective.

I might as well see how it plays on my windows 10 laptop at this point because it's coming the Xbox app or whatever it's called there. I assume it would play normally.

amnalehu2918d ago

Lack of must have exclusives is holding me back but I am very hopeful for Sea of Thieves.

SourtreeDing2918d ago

Games are holding me back.

i Dont do Halo, Tomb raider, im not a Racing guy.
i get my Multiplats on PS4
i do like the Features on the XBOX but im not gonna get it just for that. and Gears doesnt hold my excitement long.

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Neil Druckmann clarifies true intent of new Naughty Dog game comments

Following a recent interview with Sony, Naughty Dog head Neil Druckmann claims the original intent was “unfortunately lost” in the process.

just_looken3d ago

He can take dog shit put it in a oven with seasoning then call it waistland cookies the sony fans will pay $40 a cookie give them a medal of cooking.

No mater what trash this sobs puts out/talks about it will sell.

The true fact in the 8 years sense uncharted 4 his first time in the main seat to a point all this "amazing" team did was get 2 dudes to fuck in a van then destroy a franchise they never created.

But being a port studio they are decent at they should keep in there lane at being just that a glorified port studio.

fr0sty3d ago

Salty Bots... gotta love it.

just_looken3d ago

@frosty

Over what? naught dog under his command is a glorified port team tlou2 was mostly tlou 1 asset's with the same game play loop but forced a trans down your throat.

I would gladly help pay for this blight and his team to get removed from gaming in general.

fr0sty2d ago

Seeing a LGBT person exist in a work of fiction isn't "forcing them down your throat". Nobody is forcing you to play it. Nobody is forcing you to agree with it. If you think that just seeing a LGBT person exist is "force", it sounds like they make you very uncomfortable, and maybe you need to be doing some serious reflecting on exactly why... looks to me like you're suppressing something with all that fear.

just_looken2d ago

@fro

When i think of the last of us i think of a group of survivors crossing the apocalypse wasteland with a growing bond between 2 people that end up with Joel making ellie his new daughter.

Then you fire up the 2nd one bang joel is dead oh that comic series? bang dead

Oh you want to continue all that we grew in the first one? na f that toss it in the trash

Now here is a trans woman so strong superboy would blush go out there kill all what made tlou1 then halfway get a forced sex scene that you can not skip between 2 dudes.

The gameplay? just like the first game the combat/backpack system crafting sytem? 0 changes/improvements.

I could go on but lets face it they copy pasted that tlou 1 assets bin a shit ton of times.

There is nothing on the box or the ads or anything before the game that said you would going to spend most of the game controlling a new trans character that has no ties to anything of the first game the only existence was to kill what the first game made.

Oh but hey there is a mp mode coming out before 2022 wait what is that? oh we made it its own game then cancelled it now go but the game again as we port it a few times.

https://www.youtube.com/wat...

mkis0072d ago (Edited 2d ago )

What has Straley or Henig released since they left ND? Not a thing! stop scapegoating! Which of them is credited with co-writing a majorly successful show?

just_looken2d ago

@mkis007

You bring up Bruce Straley really? someone that gave us 4 generations of amazing games and was there in the creation of 4 legendary franchises but was tossed in the trash for the pos niel druckmann not 7? years ago

So yeah in those 7? years you right all he has done is get 2 awards one is a game award for a puzzle game he made oh boy right like for fuck sake's all niel has done is one game that was a overhyped fan boy orgasm underneath all that ps jizz was just a typical 5/10 game.

Then you drag Amy Hennig that poor woman was also kicked out then became this century's Brendan Fraser with her sexual misconduct information coming out.

We all know how horrible people are treated behind the scenes she might have been sexual attacked groped or something.

So yeah all she did after was battlefield hardline forspoken now that new marvel 1945 game but hey Brendan Fraser was a great actor till he also said he was sexually attacked just now he is allowed back in no doubt she also had to take a leave of absence out and or was forced out on ice.

Man there are way to many out there that look at niel at the new gaming jesus when all he had done is some work on uncharted 4 then tlou2

Oh also the tvhshow? for real all they did was use stuff from the 2013 game its like saying GOT was a 10/10 but never watching past season 3

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@mkis007

That's highly unfair to them both

Amy Hennig got messed around working on projects that got cancelled by the publishers (EA) and then ended up on a awful game (Forspoken) where you had 4 other writers working on it which is just a recipe for disaster. She is now working on Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra. Not her fault she was pushed out of NaughtyDog, something both Nolan North and Richard McGonagle have both said in interviews.

Bruce Straley left after burn out, the rest of the story we don't know and will never know just like what happened with Amy Hennig. He decided to take a break and wasn't sure if he wanted to come back to gaming however he had an idea he wanted to make so he founded Wildflower Interactive, a smaller studio where they are currently working on a new game.

Tacoboto2d ago

@the obvious stain of a commenter

The trans character wasn't Abby. Try playing Part 2 instead of gatekeeping what you think Part 1 was about and meant.

Maybe try watching the show while you're at it, because you're terribly off with your opinion on that too

MajorLazer2d ago

Naughty Dog is better than all the MS studios put together.

derek2d ago (Edited 2d ago )

@just he has been behind 2 of the greatest games ever made. Tlou2 was easily the best non-vr game made last gen. Losers just can't get over Joel's death, mixed with the usual console war nonsense. The fact that you so casually call him a sob shows how deranged some gamers have become about Drunkmann.

derek2d ago

@frosty, for people like Just, including anyone that can be categorized as being a minority in any kind of media is "forcing it down his throat " lol. I to don't care for poor "checking box" inclusion for inclusion sake but that was not the case with tlou2.

fr0sty2d ago (Edited 2d ago )

The pathetic part about it is, you can tell just_looken never even played TLOU, because that was the game where Ellie's sexuality was first brought to light... No "that was forced down our throats" to be said about that.

Only terrified folks in the closet that use their hatred as cover from outing themselves fear LGBT people that much. They exist. They will exist in all aspects of life, including popular media. Get over it.

just_looken2d ago

@all

Once again you drag out something like its a big win

Here is my old channel a clip of me playing TLOU on ps3
https://www.youtube.com/wat...

Search my channel for more clips

Proof its my channel? look at this profiles banner that is 7yrs old then look at other vids on that channel like my bf3 clips to see my psn id. But knowing this group that is way to much work.

Also elle being a lesbian is another trump card? one dlc is all we got of that a dlc that took over a year to be tossed out.

Rainbowcookie2d ago

Hey at least we have cookies to eat 😄

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Rangerman12083d ago

Glad he clarified it but i'm still somewhat skeptical. Plus, his comments about how Ai will revolutionize storytelling were still pretty iffy.

anast3d ago

No need to bow down, Stan your ground. The AI comments were gross though.

S2Killinit3d ago

Pretty excited as I read these. I just cant wait to see what ND is up to.

Export3d ago

put a chick in it and make her gay !

shadowknight2033d ago

Next they need a diverse couple, and perhaps some climate activists

StormSnooper2d ago (Edited 2d ago )

I would love that if only to piss off all the lunatics. Lol

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Naughty Dog Boss Neil Druckmann Says AI Will 'Revolutionize' Development

Druckmann claims the tech could 'push the boundaries of storytelling in games.'

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Jin_Sakai5d ago

I’m more interested in what else he said.

“Neil Druckmann says new Naughty Dog title could ‘redefine mainstream perceptions of gaming’

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H94d ago

It will be something like "we erased gameplay all together it's just a movie now"

purple1014d ago

every time naughty dog make a game, you play it and get the feeling "this is not possible'

from the boulder running towards you in crash, on ps1,
to the massive open world of jak and daxter, on ps2,
to the QuickTime events sequences of uncharted on ps3/4

and now we will see what they do with ps5,

H94d ago

Press X for doubt at "PS5"

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Arrogant asshole who sniffs his own farts bigs up next game…sounds like typical PR to me

You know what I find interesting? Almost every site reporting this as the main title where the REAL interesting bit of the interview is Neil praising AI and saying it will be used to help push story, characters, dialogue and more.

It’s super shitty to big up AI especially when it comes to story telling and other creative elements.

senorfartcushion4d ago

Just because someone says this type of stuff, it doesn't mean that it's guaranteed to be good news.

You can say this about microtransactions. MXTs revolutionised the gaming industry.

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Levii_924d ago

Geez how full of themselves are these guys.

Einhander19724d ago

He also said it has "ethical issues we need to address" but of course that doesn't get the clicks.

CrimsonWing694d ago

I’m all for it. Cuts the time to make a game. Look, Hellblade 2 took 5 years to make, if AI can do that in half the time, as a consumer, I support it.

Chard4d ago

Things will get far sloppier brother

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The Witcher 3 REDkit Q&A - CDPR & Yigsoft Confirm Steam Workshop Support; Further Changes Planned

CD Projekt RED and Yigsoft have launched The Witcher 3 REDkit on PC. We interviewed both studios to discuss the release of these mod tools.

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