I get the 4K thing but aside from that, I'm appreciative of the return back into the Xbox dash (just got my Series X, been on PS5 since launch). The PS5 Ui is underdeveloped and fees like it's still in beta.
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I get the 4K thing but aside from that, I'm appreciative of the return back into the Xbox dash (just got my Series X, been on PS5 since launch). The PS5 Ui is underdeveloped and fees like it's still in beta.
I actually really like the usefulness of the slide in Guide and how little I have to interface with much else. I wouldn't mind an ability to make this a little wider to display more info.
Agreed that it would be much nicer in 4K.
What sort of features would you want besides that?
And I cant believe that if I want to record more than 30 seconds I have to opt for 720 sdr, and even then it's 3 mins... But I'm making 1 hour 1080p hdr videos here on PS5..
ask microsoft—I'm sure it was a deliberate choice on their end
Complete opposite for me unless I'm mistaking something? Though I am new to the Xbox dash, not owning a One, I find it just as snappy as PS5 and much better organized with so many obvious UX tools that Sony regressed on. Though I get the desire for something new with the updated machines(but I'd kill to have the PS4 dash back on PS5 right now...).
Both consoles suffer with HDR issues, but the dash on PS5 clearly goes muted in color range and white scale, while I don't find the same to be the case on Xbox(outside of the scenario tabbing over during gameplay). Auto-HDR actually works decently enough on X, while it's a travesty on PS5. Not finding the X dash blurry on my 4K set though, both look quite sharp but only X looks muted specifically when tabbing over during a game, while PS5 is always muted if HDR is turned on regardless. Blech. I'll take the auto-off on X until both these companies can figure out HDR. Irritated at manually toggling it on PS5.
Oh and the storefront has better filtering and deals/sales tabs, huge bonus points there on X.
I would presume it's a limitation inherited from the Xbox One OS that they haven't bothered to change (yet), because they considered it low priority. I get the impression that the OS for both new consoles came in pretty hot, based on the buggy features and missing stuff both companies have promised is coming later. The Xbox didn't even have all of the dynamic themes ready for November 10th, lol.
Got through my first weekend of testing out my new Series X, and as a first time Xbox owner I've gotta say I'm really impressed. I got lured into the ecosystem by XGPU PC (wanted a more convenient way to play XGP stuff without dealing with the shit Xbox Windows app) and am super happy with the purchase.
The new controller feels amazing, and it's great that the old play and charge kit works like a charm).
Since I trust MS a lot more than Sony when it comes to BC, loaded up on old stuff that's not available on PC like Guardian Heroes, Radiant Silvergun and various region locked Konami games (MGRR, Lords of Shadow 1&2, Silent Hill). Having EA Play on there is also a huge bonus: I loaded up Fight Night and UFC 3 on there for a Christmas weekend with the family and my cousins had a blast.
I bought Agents of Mayhem in the current sale, as the Steam version crashes a lot on my rig for some reason. I was half expecting it to run like ass because it wasn't specifically X/S enhanced (I was planning to play Horizon 3 on Xbox so I could delete the PC version, but noped out due to the crappy framerate)... but it ran like a dream, a bit fuzzy sure but very tolerable. Is this "Xbox One X enhanced"? Are most XB1 games like this? I also bought CTR and the framerate was dodgy..
My only other major complaint is the Instant On thing - turned off the XSX the other day and was horrified to see the fan still spinning at full speed despite the system being "off". Deactivated that feature in a hurry lol.
The new controller feels amazing, and it's great that the old play and charge kit works like a charm).
Since I trust MS a lot more than Sony when it comes to BC, loaded up on old stuff that's not available on PC like Guardian Heroes, Radiant Silvergun and various region locked Konami games (MGRR, Lords of Shadow 1&2, Silent Hill). Having EA Play on there is also a huge bonus: I loaded up Fight Night and UFC 3 on there for a Christmas weekend with the family and my cousins had a blast.
I bought Agents of Mayhem in the current sale, as the Steam version crashes a lot on my rig for some reason. I was half expecting it to run like ass because it wasn't specifically X/S enhanced (I was planning to play Horizon 3 on Xbox so I could delete the PC version, but noped out due to the crappy framerate)... but it ran like a dream, a bit fuzzy sure but very tolerable. Is this "Xbox One X enhanced"? Are most XB1 games like this? I also bought CTR and the framerate was dodgy..
My only other major complaint is the Instant On thing - turned off the XSX the other day and was horrified to see the fan still spinning at full speed despite the system being "off". Deactivated that feature in a hurry lol.
Quick question?
I downloaded Minecraft so my son could play with his friends on his bday today. I have an XSX. The experience was pretty choppy. (Even before anyone joined.) like frameskipping when panning around and such.
Is this a known thing? Do I need to alter settings somehow? This is literally the first next gen game I've played that ran not-so-great. Which I found unusual.
I downloaded Minecraft so my son could play with his friends on his bday today. I have an XSX. The experience was pretty choppy. (Even before anyone joined.) like frameskipping when panning around and such.
Is this a known thing? Do I need to alter settings somehow? This is literally the first next gen game I've played that ran not-so-great. Which I found unusual.
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Weird. Maybe it's network based? I think a server was sending and receiving data even when no one had joined the game, if you started a online map. Try fully closing the game (Xbox button -> I think you press the two-screens button and then select "close game" or something) and starting it again.
I played Minecraft today on my Series S and it was running at 60fps without any dips.
Is there a way to check the Queue screen faster than:
- Guide
- My games & apps
- See all
- Manage
- Queue?
I asked this in the main Xbox thread but I'll post it here too:
Anyone storing their X vertically in a Kallax shelf? There's 1.5" or so of clearance from the top of the console to the top of the cubicle, and the front/back of the cubicle are open.
Should I be worried about ventilation? Just moved it there tonight and haven't really played around with it to test.
Anyone storing their X vertically in a Kallax shelf? There's 1.5" or so of clearance from the top of the console to the top of the cubicle, and the front/back of the cubicle are open.
Should I be worried about ventilation? Just moved it there tonight and haven't really played around with it to test.
wow, just played some Hivebusters using keyboard and mouse. What a transformational experience and really makes me wish all games would have similar support.
Is anyone aware of what MS' ambitions are in this area? If more games can follow in Gears 5's footsteps then the need for a gaming pc is vastly diminished
Is anyone aware of what MS' ambitions are in this area? If more games can follow in Gears 5's footsteps then the need for a gaming pc is vastly diminished
You can "skip" that with USB 3.0(1) Flash Drive and record up to 1 hour of 1080p
Neither actually. I'm from Belgium and we have a snack called a curryworst and that's the gamertag I used to have but then people just started calling me curry for short so I ended up with this.
Yeah, I wouldn't do that, the warm air is not going to be able to freely rise due to the shelf above and could accumulate to the point of it being sucked in again by the machine which is not ideal. I suspect it could depend a lot on the kind of ventilation you have in your room, though.
On such a shelf i would place it laying down with the perforated top facing outwards of the shelf so it sucks in air from behind the shelf and it exhausts into the room.
I'm having trouble finding a good answer for this so hopefully someone here might have some insight.
Simple query really, how is 360 backwards compatibility on a series S? I recall that an Xbox One X was notable for sprucing up 360 titles somewhat, so on paper I'd like ho think that series S adds some boons, but I also feel like I'm maybe thinking over optimistically on the idea that a series s can boost performance on older titles.
A few konami and sega titles in the current sale have my attention as my PS3 is basically unusable now.
Simple query really, how is 360 backwards compatibility on a series S? I recall that an Xbox One X was notable for sprucing up 360 titles somewhat, so on paper I'd like ho think that series S adds some boons, but I also feel like I'm maybe thinking over optimistically on the idea that a series s can boost performance on older titles.
A few konami and sega titles in the current sale have my attention as my PS3 is basically unusable now.
Hdr too? But I really shouldn't be needing an extra thing just to get this done
Had my Series X since launch, but running into a new issue. Basically, my controller stops working. Light shows it's connected, but nothing. I can take the batteries out, start it up, it connects, nothing. I have to restart the entire console to regain connectivity.
If you open the guide and click on whatever's downloading it'll show you a mini queue with a button to go to the full queue.
I would never have guessed lol. That is a very sought after tag everywhere though.
S does wonders for 360 games. You get a resolution boost to 1440p which really helps clean up the visuals on some of the older titles. I say this as a Series S owner. I can't begin to describe how good this thing is for the price.
Don't just take my word for it though.
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Should be great. One caveat would be One S mode and not X enhanced.
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Okay, not fully enhanced. But they do get a nice bump still.
Okay, good to know, thanks.
Admittedly purely visual perks aren't all that for me considering my aging TV, but thinking long term here that's a nice benefit when I upgrade.
Hey all,
My in-laws gave me some cash for my new XSX for Christmas and told me to pick out a game. I'd rather get a headset since I have a big backlog and live in an apartment building. What would be a good headset to get? Price range is open, but I just spent $500 on the box and would rather not get CRAZY.
My in-laws gave me some cash for my new XSX for Christmas and told me to pick out a game. I'd rather get a headset since I have a big backlog and live in an apartment building. What would be a good headset to get? Price range is open, but I just spent $500 on the box and would rather not get CRAZY.
I finally beat AC: Valhalla. I liked it. I'm torn on what I want to play next:
Watch Dogs Legion
Call of Duty Black Ops Cold War
Yakuza: Like a Dragon
Gears Tactics
Gears 5: Hivebusters
Hitman 2
Cyberpunk
Call of the Sea
Borderlands 3
Ori and the Will of the Wisps
Watch Dogs Legion
Call of Duty Black Ops Cold War
Yakuza: Like a Dragon
Gears Tactics
Gears 5: Hivebusters
Hitman 2
Cyberpunk
Call of the Sea
Borderlands 3
Ori and the Will of the Wisps
Assuming you are only playing the Hivebusters DLC, it would be a nice, short interlude after playing a very long game and before diving into another time commitment.
Is there an Xbox discord? After today, I want to dial back resetera browsing for a few reasons but still want some decent news source. Maybe I should just follow the Xbox Era site, though I want to be cautious of following anything to fanboyish. Not saying it is, but fan sites are fan sites.
Like a Dragon. I myself haven't played it yet, only watched some videos and it looks excellent.
If you have never played any game from the series before, Yakuza 0 is on Gamepass.
I was thinking that as well. I beat Gears 5 on my Xbox One X earlier this year.
That's on gamepass. I'm looking forward to it. I'm talking about games not hitting gamepass on day 1.
I don't need to have played the other Yakuza games to enjoy this one, will I?
Is there a second best option? That headset is sold out everywhere in Canada lol
Nope. You would probably miss some nods to previous games, but it's not a big deal. It's supposed to be a good starting point with a brand new cast.
Does anyone else wish the top row of icons was actually down where the second row is with nothing above it, so you can actually see your background?
Other than My Games & Apps, that second row never has anything I need to immediately see or access.
Thoroughly recommend Hivebusters (as I have earlier in this thread). It is a great, short (~4-ish hours) experience that would be a brilliant palate cleanser after such a long game.
Best looking game I have played on Series X so far as well.
Are you using a wireless headset?
I have similar issues where I need to completely disconnect the headset first (hold down the power button to make it resync).
It's fine when I don't use the headset, seen others complain of similar issues with headsets
Cold War was having bad frame rate issues for me, found out that I had to turn on the "Allow YCC 4:2:2" option within my system settings. Now it runs way smoother. Guess that's a problem of not having HDMI 2.1. 😂