Honestly the “laying people off after launch” speaks volumes of the teams that do the same; can you not work multiple projects and shift people to the other one until it’s complete?

The layoffs seem more like “line must go up’” than any kind of “we can no longer afford you now the job is done”.

I’m probably preaching to the choir.

I got GW2 shortly after launch and made it from level 1 to the cap without having to party with anyone at all. And I had a blast! Then once I was max level I started crafting and selling stuff, and had even more fun.

I’m excited it did well enough to warrant a 3rd, hopefully they keep it subscription free.

Nintendo? Full of Super Marios.

Something I haven’t heard recommended yet: One Finger Death Punch 1 & 2. It is completely mouse based, pretty addicting, and satisfies the itch for interactive stick figure fighting like the old Flash videos used to do.

Man that game is ROUGH, but so fun. Totally agree it’s playable with one hand.

Just finished Dispatch, my 3rd clear of Clover Pit, and I’ve almost beat all the stages with all of the characters in BallXPit.

Looking forward to buying Time Snatcher Handy (I beat the demo twice during NextFest) this week, and I’m still hopping on Remnant 2 at least once a week.

I used to love Lumines on the PSP but Lumines Arise is just not clicking with me, which sucks. I also finally started MGS 3: Delta after sitting on it over a month.

Edit: I just realized this is Patient Gamers and almost all games I mentioned are recent (except Remnant 2). Highly recommend all of them though!

If it’s the Pro2 the dongle should be in the charging base under a little flap. When I get home I can take a pic if needed. To be clear: I am not running Linux but I had this issue attempting to use the controller Bluetooth without using the dongle.

EDIT: I am using the Ultimate 2, not the Pro2, this may not apply. I apologize.

~~TBH I am not using Linux and am using a Pro 2 like OP, however I was attempting to connect to my laptop (Win 10) via Bluetooth only, and it wouldn’t work.

That’s when I discovered Bluetooth to Bluetooth only works with mobile, and to connect to a PC you have to have the USB dongle that came with it. If OP is saying it works fine direct connection I’m recommending they try the dongle.~~

EDIT: I am using the Ultimate 2, not the Pro2, this may not apply. I apologize.

Are you using the dongle that came with the controller? Bluetooth via direct connection doesn’t work for these controllers, you have to use the dongle. The Bluetooth direct (no dongle) only works for mobile devices.

I love Peace Walker on the PSP, and since it’s a direct tie to MGS 5 and is fully done I’d say it’s a no-brainer. May even be easier than the MGS 3 to Delta transition.

I realize now you are not the person who originally commented on my top level comment, so my reference to my original point was moot. Have a great day!

The game played like a beta on underpowered consoles, but the PS5 versions were complete and were able to be finished with no DLC needed. They did the work, turned it around, and the game runs and plays fantastic now 5 years after launch. On top of that they did it in less than 3 years.

Not understanding how it doesn’t qualify under my original statement.

Huh, I… Acquired Jedi Survivor so all connectivity shoving monetization must not have worked. I haven’t played the 2nd one, but at least in the first one I didn’t remember there being DLC packs and whatnot.

Also to be completely honest I haven’t played Persona, so if there is DLC in it I am mistaken.

It has been finished and done for at least two years now, with a solid expansion to boot, so the “garbage at launch” argument doesn’t hold much steam for me anymore.

Mostly agree, but WoW wouldn’t qualify for the no monetization part.

I disagree. When AAA is approached with a solid ending, no monetization beyond a full expansion for less than retail, and good story, I can enjoy them just fine.

See: God of War, Death Stranding, Horizon (not the racing), the Jedi: Survivor series, Persona, Dead Space, Cyberpunk, etc.

AAA can be done right.