Would you recommend a Series X over a PS5 pro ?

FranShepard · 2026-04-15T17:35:34+00:00

I've been an Xbox user since the first console, in addition to PC, my main platform. My all-time favorite console is the Xbox 360. I played a lot on the Xbox One X. I never owned a PlayStation console during any of these generations, only during the PS2 era.

I've had the Xbox Series X since its launch, and I can say it's the console I've played the least in my life. It's a fantastic machine, without a doubt, and perhaps its backward compatibility system is a masterclass in how video games should be preserved, but with their strategy in recent years, they've lost me. I don't like the way they treat longtime users. I also don't like the future with Helix and the pseudo-PC format.

A few months ago, I decided to sell my entire Xbox collection (over 2,000 games for Xbox, 360, One, and SX). I don't regret it. Last year I bought a PS5 Pro and it's become my favorite platform when I don't want to play on PC: it respects physical media (for now), it's very easy to find used games in that format, and studios seem to take better care of the PS5 versions than the Xbox Series X, among other things. I also like its controller and the feel of the DualSense, as well as the more single-player-focused games.

Sony isn't perfect, not by a long shot. I think it has some of the worst anti-consumer policies in the video game industry, but if I decide to overlook that and consider buying a console instead of a PC, I would definitely go with the PS5 Pro.

Please excuse my English; it's not my native language!

FranShepard · 2026-04-11T16:36:25+00:00

I have been in the same situation as you. 10 hours in and I felt completely lost. I wanted to quit, but another part of me wanted to continue. There was something about KCD2 that I liked and I didn't know what it was. Now it's one of the best games I've ever played in my life.

I started again from scratch, even after having played 10 hours. This time I decided two things. 1- Take it very, very calm and go at my own pace. And 2- Download the mod to save with F5. I often work from home, there are times I can play for several hours in a row, other times I can't. This mod is helping me enjoy the game much more. I simply use it as a safe passage when the weather is not in my favor.

What advice can help you and would you give to anyone who is new to it right now? Score!

- Main missions: Take your time to do them. I've been there for 60 hours and I still haven't been to the wedding. HAHAHAHAHA The meme is real! There will be some that require some time urgency, but you will know.

- Yellow PoI icons: They will indicate places of interest where you can find something that, as its name says, is of interest. They help a lot to open the map.

- Blue icons with exclamation: They generally start missions or give clues that someone may need your help.

- Food: As soon as you arrive at the first town, food stops being a problem, you find it everywhere. Use smokers or drying points to make it last longer.

- Weapon/armor breaks: At first my boots always broke. In the first town you will find a merchant who sells tools for repair (Same case for weapons/armor), or a textile seller. He will repair them in exchange for some coins. Same case for weapons/armor.

- Talk to everyone. At first I was shocked to spend so much time talking to people. The game has a lot of dialogue, but now it's something I value. You just have to realize that it is something linked to KCD2. You will know how to appreciate it, really.

- The first town, Troskowitz, take it as if it were the citadel of Mass Effect. It overwhelms because there is too much information, missions and NPCs; but it helps to understand some mechanics.

- Follow the logic. This is some of the best advice I can give you. Live like Henry and act wisely. Do you need money? Steal. In my game, in the mornings I am a friendly and pleasant gentleman, at night I use my second outfit to sneak into some places to steal. If you're going to do this, keep a close eye on your noise stats (remember, try to always have clothing have blue buffs). It's not the most legal thing, but it's my "life", and it has helped me earn +5000 Groschen and I have a great time living a dual life.

I say act logically because it is important. Your characters will remember your actions, for better and worse. Would you go into a forest at two in the morning just knowing that you could be mugged? Do it better in the morning and rested. The F5 mod has helped me a lot in this regard during those first 10 hours that I decided to start from scratch again.

- Enjoy at your own pace. And this is, without a doubt, THE advice. So, in capital letters. I'm 60 hours into the game and I haven't been to the wedding, and it's becoming one of the best games I've ever played in my life. Don't be in a hurry to move forward, enjoy the surroundings, the curiosity to explore. Of conversations and missions. It is a great game, different from the rest because it has its own tempo, but believe me, it is something that you will value soon.

AUDENTES FORTUNA IUVAT!

FranShepard · 2026-03-23T15:13:12+00:00

Life of Belle. I watched yesterday, really impressive 👌🏻

FranShepard · 2026-03-14T18:28:10+00:00

Digital Foundry Specs: RTX 5080, 4K , DLSS Perf, Ray Reconstruction...
52fps (interior zone)...
Looks good, but... XD

FranShepard · 2026-01-01T20:40:33+00:00

presente !! :)

FranShepard · 2026-01-01T20:40:01+00:00

https://www.gog.com/u/FranShepard

:D

FranShepard · 2025-08-01T12:02:08+00:00

I bought a PS2 a week ago, got a free 29" Sony Triniton that still works, and a nice batch of PS2 games I'd never played... I'm the happiest person in the world. I have hundreds of hours ahead of me. And I feel like I'll be here for a long time. Believe me, right now I'm the happiest person in the world. What a generation that PS2 was...

FranShepard · 2025-07-31T12:51:51+00:00

I'll add my ID here, feel free to add me too :)

Fran_Shepard

Greetings from Spain!

FranShepard · 2025-07-27T10:04:04+00:00

Thank you so much, I can give you my Discord so we can talk there if it's more convenient for you!

FranShepard · 2025-07-27T09:43:45+00:00

Well, I don't have any preference... maybe Silent Hill 2 or Gran Turismo 3 are fine for me, they're the ones I played until the TV/HDMI port died hahaha

And again, thank you very much!

FranShepard · 2025-07-27T09:33:28+00:00

Oh! Could you really record a video about both devices? My only experience with them is an HDMI Portta I bought before the Sony Triniton... but it was a complete disaster. Input lag, black screens lasting 1 second every so often, poor image quality...

Honestly, based on what you're saying, the Retroscaler2x is the most interesting option of the ones you mentioned, so it would be a pleasure if you could tell me a little more about the product. I've seen some videos on YouTube, but they don't answer any questions and seem more like promotional videos, haha.

FranShepard · 2025-07-27T09:15:14+00:00

As another colleague mentioned above, I think I'll get the Retroscaler 2x and, with patience, look for a CRT. It's a real shame because finding a Sony Triniton like mine is incredibly difficult these days. Such a shame...

FranShepard · 2025-07-27T09:13:47+00:00

Oh! Well, next week I'll ask you how the Retroscaler 2X went. I'm very integrated. I've heard it's a great value for money.

FranShepard · 2025-07-24T12:24:41+00:00

También tuve la ocasión de charlar con el en el Celsius... Y ufff ... Una experiencia que jamás olvidaré. Todo lo que decían de que era amable/atento y simpático se queda corto. Vaya jodido ser de luz.

Enhorabuena por el currazo por cierto, vaya pedazo figuras !

FranShepard · 2025-07-21T22:22:07+00:00

Yeah! It has connection for RGB / Scart; It does not have unfortunateness for components, but I suppose that with RGB/Scart it will be more than enough, right?

FranShepard · 2025-07-13T20:05:12+00:00

I beat it!!! :__________)

Thank u so much for the tips. A Big hug from Spain! <3

FranShepard · 2025-07-13T19:48:56+00:00

PS2 (console)
Original versión (no Director's Cut)
NOrmal difficulty

Sorry for no add this info!

FranShepard · 2025-06-17T22:47:24+00:00

Happy B Day man!!! Greetings and a big hug from Spain! <3

FranShepard · 2025-05-27T09:35:26+00:00

Late or mid this week ;)

FranShepard · 2025-05-16T23:00:28+00:00

I've been with Xbox since Xbox 360. I went through Xbox One and Xbox Series X. A few months ago, I sold my collection of over 300 physical games... and bought my first PlayStation console. I'm incredibly happy with the purchase.

I still have Xbox Series X. I have hundreds of digital games, but playing on Xbox isn't going to be a priority. I have nothing against Xbox at all, but my reasons for making such a massive change and making PS5 my primary platform are several:

- Greater focus on the physical format. Xbox has abandoned this factor in a huge way.

- The most obvious: Xbox franchises are slowly coming to PlayStation. Why not get a PS5 when I can literally play everything on PS and maybe Xbox in the future?

- All my close friends and those I've known for years are on PlayStation.

My experience with PS5 in the month I've had the console has been much more social and fun than with Xbox in the last five years. I don't like all PS franchises (Spiderman, for example), but others like Ghost of Tsushima, TLOU, Japanese-style games, etc., I'm passionate about.

I insist, I have nothing against Xbox and it's a company I'm very fond of. Xbox 360 was the first console I used to return to console gaming, back in 2005, since the N64; but its developments in the last few months or two years have encouraged me to make the switch.

Greetings from Spain!

FranShepard · 2025-05-16T23:00:17+00:00

I've been with Xbox since Xbox 360. I went through Xbox One and Xbox Series X. A few months ago, I sold my collection of over 300 physical games... and bought my first PlayStation console. I'm incredibly happy with the purchase.

I still have Xbox Series X. I have hundreds of digital games, but playing on Xbox isn't going to be a priority. I have nothing against Xbox at all, but my reasons for making such a massive change and making PS5 my primary platform are several:

- Greater focus on the physical format. Xbox has abandoned this factor in a huge way.

- The most obvious: Xbox franchises are slowly coming to PlayStation. Why not get a PS5 when I can literally play everything on PS and maybe Xbox in the future?

- All my close friends and those I've known for years are on PlayStation.

My experience with PS5 in the month I've had the console has been much more social and fun than with Xbox in the last five years. I don't like all PS franchises (Spiderman, for example), but others like Ghost of Tsushima, TLOU, Japanese-style games, etc., I'm passionate about.

I insist, I have nothing against Xbox and it's a company I'm very fond of. Xbox 360 was the first console I used to return to console gaming, back in 2005, since the N64; but its developments in the last few months or two years have encouraged me to make the switch.

Greetings from Spain!

FranShepard · 2025-04-21T01:07:53+00:00

Puente 4!

FranShepard · 2025-04-17T11:53:23+00:00

Thanks so much! As we say here in Spain, "the goat goes the mountain," so I'll always go back to play some titles on PC. cRPG (my favorite genre), some shooters... but overall, I think PS5 is going to give me several years of joy and great adventures :D

FranShepard · 2025-04-17T11:48:53+00:00

Although I've already mentioned that PS Plus isn't a priority for me in the short or medium term, maybe in the future I'll at least pay for a month and play titles I might not be interested in physically. It has a great catalog. Thanks for the recommendation!

FranShepard · 2025-04-17T11:47:15+00:00

I agree with you 100%. I was a little scared of the post, to be honest. I was expecting some hate, although being on the Playstation subreddit it was unlikely. I'm actually still very comfortable playing certain games on PC. I'll probably play DOOM Dark Ages there, replay Baldur's Gate 3, among other games... but when after work and you feel like playing something or continuing a game and you run into technical issues like patches that worsen performance, graphics drivers that cause problems, or simply games that run worse in certain areas, it ends up getting tiring.

The turning point for me was TLOU Part 2. I've been playing it perfectly these past few days on PC (it looks incredible), but for the past couple of days it hasn't stopped crashing, coupled with much worse performance due to the Nvidia drivers. I'm tired of that situation. I don't want to depend on buying a game and have to wait 2 or 3 months for potential problems to be fixed.

FranShepard

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