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It was perfectly used in the Halo game's franchise. It's one of the games that I would give top rating with how they used the sound designs in.

My favorite is Hollow Knight. Its haunting melodies perfectly match the atmosphere, enhancing the emotional depth and immersive experience of the game.

Source - https://www.yahoo.com/tech/meet-catly-bizarre-ai-slop-160000234.html If you guys watched the Game Awards a few days ago, you probably saw the trailer for some new open world RPG featuring cats called Catly. I didn't pay much attention to the trailer when the game awards first aired, but after re-watching the trailer, it looks pretty suspicious. There's claim the developers were responsible for games that never saw the life of day, or didn't last long. It's also being alleged that one of the developers on the game, previously worked on a blockchain/cryptocurrency/NFT game called "Alien Meow" which looks pretty similar to Catly. Their steam page also seems suspicious, like made with AI: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2987350/Catly/. You can also read what curators are saying on the game so far here: https://store.steampowered.com/curators/curatorsreviewing/?appid=2987350 It's pretty Check out the trailer below to form your own opinion. Do you think this was all made with generative AI?

Same to you, mate.

The second game was better than any of the recent RE games. Yet not one person supported it. I thought it had more to it than RE7, for sure. The game also has loads of Silent Hill vibes. You basically explore a town in a world called STEM, and the gameplay is just like RE4, really, but it definitely feels like you're in Silent Hill. I didn't notice any difference in how this plays and any other big budget horror game. So why nobody cared for it, I have no idea.

I completely agree! The potential for Alex Wesker's return is intriguing. Capcom should focus on unifying the storyline rather than ignoring past threads.

I'm glad to hear about Krafton's acquisition! The Evil Within holds a special place in my heart, and I can't wait for its return!

I’ve always admired actors who take the risk and do their own stunts. It adds a level of authenticity to the action and shows a real commitment to their craft. But, on the flip side, it can be dangerous and lead to injury. Do you prefer when actors do their own stunts, or do you think it’s safer and smarter for professionals to take the lead? What are some standout performances where you can tell the actor really went all in?

I'm glad to see a new Onimusha game again. This takes me back to my childhood!

Police Story with Jackie Chan has the best stunts of his whole career. His Hong Kong movies were always better than the pre-Rumble in the Bronx crap he did in the US. 🤓 I also recommend Project A, as he does some awesome things in that film. And in one scene, he literally falls from a clock tower while he is handcuffed. 🥶

I remember The Thing! It's great to see a remastered version. Excited for newcomers to experience this underrated classic!

I was into photography when I was a kid. Luckily, I had full access to a darkroom, so I was able to do my own photography and every aspect of the process.

I remember that movie and I also remember this game. It's certainly an unexpected remaster but I'm excited to see what they do with this game.

My go-to RTS game is StarCraft II. The strategy, competitive scene, and diverse factions always keep me engaged and challenged!

Absolutely! Gaming together fosters teamwork and builds connections. Shared victories and losses enhance communication and strengthen friendships through shared experiences.

Yeah, this is AI generated visuals. There are subtle inconsistences with colour boundaries and shading that just don't look right. For example, no competent human artist would have so much pink and purple on both the character models (the focus for the eye) and all over the backgrounds. That happend because the "developers" specified those colours and likely negated to specify thier use or add more colours. Even the game description on Steam reads like a checkbox for an AI filter. Don't get me wrong, it looks pretty. Very pretty. I was especially impressed with the fur effects and animations, but it's also complelty shameless.

Easily Disturbed. I’ve been a major fan from the day The Sickness dropped. The cover intrigued me, so I bought the CD. As soon as I heard Draiman’s voice, I knew I had found my favorite band. But Linkin Park was a damn close second. I just wish Chester’s daemons had been seen. Maybe he would still be here if he had gotten the help he needed. Even their first single (In The End) was him asking for help. Whereas we all just thought it was a great song.

Seeing as how we don’t know what’s going on behind the scenes in their personal lives, it’s unacceptable for someone to call them weak or daemonize them in any way for taking an early retirement. If they do, it’s their choice. Not yours and not mine. I actually have a lot of respect for the ones that retire early. They worked their whole life to be able to play at the professional level. A quick bowing out of the game has to have a good reason. Otherwise they would stay in the league for (on average) a decade or more.

The more I think about, the stranger the idea of drinking cow's milk actually is. And I love milk... I mean somebody looked at a tone of smelly animal and decided "Yes, I'll drink out of that" when the idea of drinking human milk, something most of us did as babies, is generally consided a vile idea. An alien looking at that behaviour would be baffled.

Not to mention that everything in a mall is severely overpriced. Just because it’s in a mall doesn’t mean you have the right to rip people off.

The "Final Fantasy VII" soundtrack is unforgettable; its emotional orchestration amplifies pivotal moments, creating a profound connection and enhancing the overall experience.

I don't think I could even guess what the last game would be that releases in 2024. A lot of games either get delayed or there can sometimes be games that have surprise announcements about a release. Will be interesting to see what the last game released of 2024 is though when it happens.

Absolutely, Jet Set Radio deserves a revival! I'd love improved graphics, online multiplayer, and a fresh story while keeping its vibrant style.

Do you guys think that most gamers are "toxic"? I don't think most of us are, but I'd argue that most online gamers tend to be toxic, at least those you meet in the lobbies with voice chat enabled. It isn't as bad as the early 360/ps3 days when gamers would just swear up a storm, throw out racial slurs and just be obnoxiously loud and dumb. But these days, I just ignore those lobbies by sticking to my private chats with friends. I cringe whenever I hear a lobby voice chat. I always make sure I'm muted, and if anyone talks to me, I tend to ignore them, unless they're being kind, which I may respond, idk. I feel like a lot of the gamers out there are toxic, but I think you could say that about most people these days haha. Just look at social media.

Moving this to the "video games" sub-forum as this is not a Playstation exclusive discussion. I'll say this everyone somebody posts a thread like. Why care? We're not CDPR investors, executives or employees, we're gamers. Honestly, who gives a shit about game sales? It doesn't make a game better nor worse, it doesn't make a game more or less suited you one's taste, it means nothing. Why gamers are so obsessed with this I will never understand.

RTS games are excellent for teaching resource management and long-term strategic planning. Managing limited resources efficiently while balancing immediate and future needs is a skill that can be applied in fields like economics, project management, or even personal finances. It's a dynamic learning experience that challenges players to plan ahead while reacting to ever-changing situations.

For me, it's Old Man Jones in Red Dead Online; his wisdom and kind words always leave me feeling uplifted and grateful for the encounter.

I think you’re spot on about voice chat lobbies. It’s like they bring out the worst in some people. But I don’t think toxicity defines most gamers. It’s more that the loud minority gets the most attention, while the majority are just quietly enjoying their games. I also feel like certain games or platforms might foster more toxic behavior, depending on the culture or expectations within the community

I’d probably prefer working abroad for the year. As in your free time you have a steady source of income to aid you exploring and enjoying the new country your working in. There again, studying abroad can allow you to gain an insight and a qualification into a higher paying job role

Probably the ability to play multiplayer without the need to have to pay a significant amount of money for a monthly subscriber like Microsoft did for their consoles. Some game developers have even gone as far as doing this. It’s really bad practice considering you’ve already spent cash on the game.

I find them suspenseful, because it keeps your interest. I especially like movies where someone is, for example, driving along a highway, being pursued by a crazy individual or group. Ones like Joy Ride and The Hitcher are great. Another one is Road Games with Jamie Lee Curtis. Or cannibal movies such as Wrong Turn.

I'd say Buffy the Vampire Slayer, because it was fun to see a guest star be upgraded to a regular and have their name credited at the start of the episodes. The theme tune was just badass. But some episodes were poor. Others were just excellent. Spike was hilarious. He looked an awful lot like the singer Billy Idol, who is said to have "stole" Spike's image. 😜

Light of Motiram is an upcoming open-world survival game being developed and published by Polaris Quest, a video game developer and subsidiary of Tencent Games. And it's this Tencent connection whare I believe the bad press this game's has been getting is rooted from. First, here's a look at the trailer. And... yeah; And yes, everyone is saying the same thing. However, this is Tencent, the Chinese entertainment giant. This is how it works. Everyone knows that what thier doing is stealing somebody else's copyrighted thing, they get sued, Tencent ignores it, then that's the end of the matter. If I'm understanding this game in terms of it's mechanics and concept, it actually looks like more of a cross between ARK and a creature gathering game like Pokémon or Palworld. But what comes to light with that is yet another game my better half plays on mobile called Mecha Domination: Rampage, which also has designs very similar to what we see in Light of Motiram; Tencent is truly shameless. It's little wonder so many are so concerned about the sheer scale and influence that this company has been gaining in recent years. Is this something that we're supposed to just expect going forward? To the point whare even giants of the industry like Sony aren't safe?

I’d say it’s the constant responsibility of paying bills.

It all depends what I’m shopping for. If it’s certain type of clothes or electrics, I’ll order them online. However, there are days when I’ll order groceries online instead of going to the actual store.

A big yard would be ideal. I used to have a big yard a few years and it was nice & cozy. However, I now live in a town home that doesn’t have a yard.

Agreed. I also thought the second season up until the latter episodes were also decent. Too bad it was cancelled.

I like to go for a walk, but the temperature has dropped in recent weeks. However, it was more humid today for some reason. It didn't really feel very cold for a change.

I enable two factor authentication on a lot of sites that I’m on. I also avoid clicking suspicious links.

I agree. Silent films definitely still hold up today, but they require a different kind of attention and appreciation. Movies like Metropolis and The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari have a timeless quality because of their innovative visuals and artistic vision. While the storytelling and acting may seem a bit exaggerated or slow to modern audiences, the atmosphere, expressionism, and sheer creativity can still leave a lasting impact. It's a bit like appreciating classical music or fine art. It's about understanding the context and the pioneering work they represented in their time.

Personally, my favorite was Macaulay Culkin from the Home Alone series and The Good Son.

If he can't get the players of Manchester United to play his style of football well, it's going to be very difficult for him to have a breakthrough. United players are very lazy.

It depends what I’m shopping for. Some things are ONLY available online. Like some of the shirts I have are pro-pitbull. Pitbulls are the greatest breed on earth. But they’re the most popular candidate for “boogeyman” in the dog world. But if I’m shopping for poptarts, then I’ll just go to the goddamn store.

I moved this topic to general discussion, because you mentioned painters as options. Thus, it opens the discussion to any kind of artist. Not just musicians. To answer the question at hand, sometimes writers still want to write, but want to distance themselves from previous works, for different reasons. Or they want to write something different from their previous works. So they adopt a pen name. For example, Stephen king sometimes uses the pen name Richard Bachman. Anne Rice uses the pen name A.N. Roquelaure. Sometimes writers and authors don’t like something about a work they previously published so they don’t want their new work to be associated with it. Since this was posted in music, I’ll answer on musicians. Sometimes an artist is in a band, and then chooses to go solo. Or they get fired from a band and then continue with music solo. Take Ozzy Osbourne for example. He was fired from Black Sabbath, for good reason I may add, and then continued performing solo and released some of his best work as a singer. Mama I’m Coming Home is one of my absolute favorite songs. You mentioned painters so I’ll respond to that too. Michaelangelo wasn’t particularly fond of painting, but when the pope commissioned him, he agreed to paint the Sistine Chapel ceiling. His real passion was sculpting. Granted he is best known for the statue of David moreso than the Sistine Chapel. Aside from simply enjoying it more, he also used sculpture to move away from painting. So sometimes, reinventing one’s self is a good thing. Other times it’s completely pointless. It all depends on the reason.

The whole album, so I'll post the link to the playlist instead.

Yes. They look visually stunning. Metropolis for its time, still looks astonishing.

It looks so tranquil - I like little spots like these.

Eminem recently dropped his new album and I was looking forward to it. I’ve been listening to it ever since it dropped.

Well, I'm not toxic ever since I started playing games. It's not the games that gamers toxic but their nature itself.

Even in video game communities that is interactive they are still creating toxic conversations, making the community very much uncomfortable for some gamers to feel free to communicate.