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Playstation vs Xbox Console War

The console war between PlayStation and Xbox has been a longstanding rivalry that has shaped the gaming industry. Both consoles offer unique features, exclusive games, and online services to cater to gamers’ preferences. Fan loyalty fuels this competition, driving innovation and delivering unforgettable gaming experiences. Ultimately, gamers benefit from this rivalry as it pushes the boundaries of what is possible in interactive entertainment.

The roots of the PlayStation vs. Xbox rivalry can be traced back to the late 1990s when the original PlayStation and the first Xbox console were introduced. Both Sony and Microsoft made groundbreaking advancements in gaming technology, captivating gamers with innovative hardware and immersive gaming experiences. This marked the beginning of a fierce competition that would shape the gaming landscape for years to come.

Perhaps one of the most fascinating aspects of the console war is the unwavering loyalty of fans. Supporters of PlayStation and Xbox passionately defend their chosen console, engaging in lively debates and championing their preferred platform’s strengths. This fervor drives the competition forward, fueling the innovation and development of new features and games.

In my gaming journey, I’ve had the pleasure of introducing some family and friends to the PlayStation team, and they’ve become fans too. While Xbox was my first console, I eventually ventured into the world of PlayStation with a PS2, and I’ve stuck with them ever since. I did get an Xbox One to enjoy games like Halo and Gears of War, but my love for the PlayStation brand remains strong. Despite the PC gaming option, I’m drawn to the exclusives that PlayStation consistently delivers and I continue to enjoy them.

The console war between PlayStation and Xbox is a testament to the thriving gaming industry’s competitive spirit. Both consoles have their strengths, catering to different preferences and gaming experiences. Ultimately, it is the gamers who benefit from this fierce rivalry, as the competition between PlayStation and Xbox drives innovation, pushes technological boundaries, and delivers unforgettable gaming experiences.

Whether you find yourself aligned with Team PlayStation or Team Xbox, one thing remains certain: the console war will continue to shape the gaming landscape, fueling our collective passion for gaming and pushing the boundaries of what is possible in the world of interactive entertainment.

So, are you Team PlayStation or Team Xbox?

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Wild Hearts

Wild Hearts is a video game series with very similar gameplay mechanics and a huge variety of monsters or in this game known as Kemono, and the help of Karakuri to build things during a hunt. The game tasks the player to hunt massive monsters in Azuma, a fantasy world inspired by feudal Japan. If you’ve played Monster Hunter than this game is another world of exploration and hunting. Here are some reasons why Wild Hearts is such a good video game:

Combat System: The combat system in Wild Hearts is unique and requires the player to use strategy and planning to take down each monster. Every weapon has its own unique move set and play style, which adds to the depth of the game.

Exploration: The world of Wild Hearts is vast and full of surprises. There are many areas to explore, each with their own unique plants and animals. It's a great feeling to discover new areas and find rare resources to craft new gear.

Monster Variety: Wild Hearts has an impressive variety of monsters, each with their own strengths and weaknesses. This means that players must adapt to different strategies to take them down.

Multiplayer: The game also has a multiplayer component, which allows players to team up with friends (up to 3 at time time of this post) to take on monsters together. It's a great way to experience the game and adds to the social aspect of the game.

Crafting System: The crafting system in Wild Hearts is extensive, allowing players to create new weapons and armor from the resources they gather during their hunts. This adds to the satisfaction of taking down a monster and seeing the rewards of your hard work. Or at times another reason to hunt a recent defeated monster for more supplies.

In conclusion, Wild Hearts is a great video game that offers a fun and satisfying experience. It has something for everyone, whether you’re into combat, exploration, or crafting. If you haven’t tried it out yet, now is the perfect time to jump into the world of Wild Hearts.

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PS5 Will Be Okay Standing Vertically

There has been a lot of talk about the concerns of the PS5 standing vertically, and well going straight to the point:

While the issue at hand could potentially affect PS5 consoles that have been opened up for whatever reason, it appears to be a rare one, and not related to whether you stand it up vertically or lay it flat. If you own a PS5 console, rest easy knowing that either orientation is fine, just as Sony designed it to be.

More of this can be found on this article here by Paul Lilly explaining the origin of the concern and though there is potential, overall PS5 is is designed and even is presented to stand vertically on its advertising.

So yes, the PlayStation 5 is designed to stand vertically without any issues. The console comes with a detachable base that can be used to position the console in a vertical orientation. The base provides stability and support to the console, ensuring it remains upright and secure. It is important to ensure that the console is placed on a flat and stable surface and that the base is securely attached to the console. Additionally, it is recommended to avoid moving or shaking the console while it is in use to prevent any damage or issues.

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Celeste Review

An inspirational Climb

It is a known fact that I’m late to the indie games genre. It never really peaked my interest, always though they were low budget and low quality games. Little bit at a time I’ve given indie game a chance. Which is the subject of today’s review with Celeste. Without giving too much of the story, you take on the role of Madeleine, a young woman with a mission, to climb Celeste Mountain. In the beginning you’re told about how high the mountain is and how it’s useless to try, having no experience in mountain climbing. That does not deter Madeleine’s resolve, she’s willing to see this through. Madeleine is a special kind of person and player, she’s open about her doubt about climbing Celeste Mountain and her anxiety on meeting new people. The gameplay is also where the game shines, a trial and error style of gameplay, quick reloads definitely keeps your pace high on this adventure. A pure and precise plat-former, with a double jump like ability, a little mistake could cause you to reload to the nearest checkpoint. There are plenty of collectibles to collect with the Strawberries being one I would recommend acquiring when you can. Accompanying you on your journey is an excellent soundtrack, keeping the journey on a high note. Celeste is an incredible tale I didn’t think I could relate to so clearly and compassionately. Celeste is a landmark on what a game should do to you when you play it, have an emotional connection to it. And now more than ever, I’m finally a fan of indie games thanks to Celeste.

Unsung Gamers Score – 9

Reviewed by: ShadowAlchemistX

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Silent Hill 2 Review

Revisiting a Classic.

It has been over 20 years since Silent Hill 2 original release date back 2001. I just so happen to come across this game at Game Crazy, which are now all gone. I saw it and looked at the back of the game box and was intrigued by what I read. Our protagonist James Sunderland‘s life is shattered when his beloved wife Mary passes away. Three years later James receives a mysterious letter from his late wife Mary, beckoning him to return to their special place, Silent Hill. This alone was enough for me to pick it up, and ever since, has been one of my favorite games. Twenty years later and this story is still great to experience again. You are given a map and free to explore where you can go, the game does not help you too much. It’s up to you to find your way and to figure out the complex puzzles your will encounter on your journey. Graphically, yes, it has aged but incredibly it holds up remarkably well. Gameplay holds up mostly well enough, some of the camera angels may get annoying but the atmosphere of the game eases this issue. The sound design for Silent Hill 2, is still creepy all these years later. With the incredible soundtrack by the legendary Akira Yamaoka, compliments every cutscene and environment you’ll encounter. Developer Team Silent really outdid themselves and should be remembered for doing so. I honestly thought replaying a twenty year old game would have been tough, but Silent Hill 2 is an example of a game that transcends generation after generation in gaming. To this day, now, I do recommend playing Silent Hill 2, especially if it’s your first time.

Unsung Gamers Score – 10

Reviewed by: ShadowAlchemistX

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Onimusha 2001 Remake

After 20+ years since the last time I played this game I came across a great deal on the PlayStation Store. Right now up until Oct 13th for the price of $7.99 you can own this digital copy of this classic game.

A series of video games developed and published by Capcom. It makes use of the historic figures that shaped Japans history, retelling their stories with supernatural elements. This first of the series follows Samanosuke as he joins a shinobi Kaede to save his cousin from demons of the underworld.

This game is short in comparison to current games. I beat this game in under 4 hours but when I looked it up it could take up to 11 hours to get a 100% completion. Yet when I played this game the last time, I believe I was 15-16 and it felt a lot longer. A cousin of mine mentioned how when we were young time was never a concern. I guess now it makes sense as an adult I plan things out for my day or week to be sure I have time to do things. That’s adulthood for ya.

Still I enjoyed playing his game. It had a lot of the old Capcom feel of games like the original Resident Evil 2 or Dino Crisis mechanics. The graphics I’m sure at the time were amazing and in my opinion we’re still pretty good. I enjoyed the simple slashing to kill demons and absorb the souls to level up. I’m sure I could’ve beaten the game in one sitting but I really enjoyed exploring and reminiscing about the game. Plus I am a huge fan of Japanese culture and the samurai style of fighting.

Overall it’s not a perfect game but still an enjoyable game to play. If ya can’t find something to play I suggest giving this game a try. Plus $8 is not bad. I hope they remake the rest of the series or just completely redo and remake the series for the next gen consoles. Until then I’ll have to buy the old PS games to play on the older consoles. Of course when I can find time again.

8/10 Rating

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Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night Review

A True Symphony

Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night is a reminder of an old school Castlevania, times have changed but a formula that still holds up. Koji Igarashi may not be a name people will recognize but for gamers it does. Since 1997 he’s worked on most if not all 2D side scrolling Castlevania games, starting with the legendary Symphony of the Night. So here we are, nearly 2 decades later and with the help of fans, backed by a Kickstarter campaign, we now have a continuation of that formula, in Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night. Bloodstained takes place in the 19th century of England, during the Industrial Revolution. Taking the role in protagonist named Miriam, a shardbinder, a being capable of using demonically charged shards as a weapon. Without giving away too much, just know, you’ll have your reasons for your journey. Bloodstained plays like a classic Castlevania game, in which, as you explore your area, more and more of your map is revealed. Explore and you’ll be rewarded approach is always welcomed, on top of an addiction combat experience. As you destroy demons, you’ll have a chance to absorb their shard and use it as a weapon or buff to Miriam. Also you can upgrade each different shard, adding different upgrades per shard. On top of collection and upgrading, each enemy you kill add experience points to Miriam, in which each level she’ll get stronger. Sound design and musical score are great in Bloodstained, lead by Michiru Yamame, a musical gaming veteran, having also worked on Castlevania games as well. Its safe to say I had a lot of fun revisiting and old formula that works even better by today’s standard. If you’re curious about playing Bloodstained, I would definitely recommend checking it out, it’s worth your time.

Unsung Gamers Score – 9

Review by: ShadowAlchemistX

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Assassin’s Creed Unity Review

A Return to Form

Now before I start I’m not knocking the new editions of the Assassin’s Creed series. There was a shift when Odyssey was released, Ubisoft essentially ditched the Assassins story all together, mostly. That’s what intrigues me to Unity, the only entry I have yet to play, until now. Assassin’s Creed Unity follows the story or Arno Dorian, trying to find out more about his family, while also solving the mystery behind his adoptive father’s death. If you happened to have played Assassin’s Creed Rogue, Unity follows directly from that entry. Right away Arno Dorian is a very likable protagonist, a young man whose more about living in the moment. That is until his journey in with the Assassins change everything. Unity, to this day, still holds up incredibly well, even by 2022 standards. Ubisoft Montreal really outdid themselves with the attention to detailed, in a very great looking Paris, France. I know at launch Unity was full of bugs and broken gameplay, which I can confirm, is, for the most part, fixed. The parkour is the best in the franchise, Aaron’s movement from running, climbing and jumping across Paris, is so fluid, in a single motion of movement. Combat I would say definitely shows it’s age. While not completely dull, it is slow. Having said that, the game is based around stealth and not straight on combat. It’s not going to be the best game you’ve never played but it’s a testament of what the series was, before it became what it is today. I do recommend checking it out if you have a chance, these days it’s on sale a lot of the time.

Unsung Gamers Score – 7

Reviewed by: ShadowAlchemistX

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Stray Review

A Cat’s Tail

Never would I ever imagine, that there would be a game where a cat is the main character. Not only that but have it completely played through a cat’s point of view, meows and all. Yet, here we are, in our review of Stray, an ambitious idea and a surprisingly interesting world. Without giving away too much of the story, Right from the get go, you’re given full control of an orange tabby cat, a stray cat if you would. Given no story behind what your doing in the beginning is quickly changed, when you’re separated from your family, and thus begins our Stray cat’s journey. The sound design of the world, works incredibly well, in this unfamiliar circumstance. From the ambient music playing in the background, to a random sound of a sewer pipe. The animations for our protagonist is on point, being a cat owner myself, I truly appreciate the level of detail that went into this game. From a simple jump, to a leap across gaps and finally to very addictive meow. Literally a button is dedicated to simply meow, which I took full advantage of. The game only fall short in it being over quite quickly but given the independent developers recourses, it’s given a pass. What is here is an incredible stay cat’s journey into the world that fully embraced with its many mysteries, with even some very fun easter eggs hidden within. I had plenty of fun with my playtime of Stray, and given it’s current available to play on PlayStation Plus Extra/Premium (as of 8/25/2022) I absolutely recommend checking it out. While not to say it’s a bad game but considering it can take anywhere from 4-6 hours of gameplay, it’s hard to justify the $40 price tag for it. If you can, I’d wait for a sale for the game, it is absolutely worth you’re time, especially for cat lovers.

Unsung Gamers Score – 8

Reviewed by: ShadowAlchemistX

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Call of Duty Warzone

Buyer Beware

Let me explain. Call of Duty Warzone is a completely free to play game on multiple platforms. Under no obligation are you required to buy anything is it’s store, including, battle pass and cosmetic blueprints. Now having said that, it’s exactly what most of use buy anyways. Which brings me to my story, and a frustrating one at that. I’ve have bought the battle pass and other cosmetic bundles in the past, but this time was different. Normally in the past when I bought a bundle, even one from a game that I don’t have (CoD Cold War), it would unlock the gun and add the blueprints into it as well. This time when I bought a bundle, got access to the character skin but only one gun and blueprint, the other was still locked and didn’t even have access to the blueprint. I was completely locked out of a weapon I paid for. I know what you’re thinking, contact customer service. I did immediately after trying to restart and even reinstall the game to see if that would fix it, it didn’t work. When I contacted Activision customer service, they asked me what the problem was and I explained what happened. They took down my info and saw that there was an issue and can see that it’s locked. After trial and error, it was finally established that there was a problem with the bundle. Mind you it’s been 3 hours at this point. Only for customer service to say there’s nothing they can do about it and all sales are final. After all that! That’s their advice on the issue. I even tried again with a different representative this time, twice, same outcome. Safe to say after that I have finally and for real this time, quit Warzone, they got my money and I can leave the game alone. It was absolutely frustrating that nothing could be done about it and now I’m ok with leaving the game alone now. I’m not saying you should do the same, if you’re having fun, keep going. Collect those Dubz! But my advice is Buyer Beware and know that there are no returns for Warzone.

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