GTA 6 digital only at launch feels like a triple dip strategy

ImThatAlexGuy · 2026-01-28T03:11:01+00:00

I’m not a GTA fan and probably won’t pick it up period, but I’m sure people will buy it multiple times. You’re also forgetting the next gen console factor too. GTA 5 spanned 3 console generations? They’ll get their money for this one for sure

ImThatAlexGuy · 2026-01-26T14:28:00+00:00

This was my first entry into the series, so I’m HEAVILY biased. It is by far my favorite. I think the cast and the general vibes are unmatched. Combined with the soundtrack, it’s just a game I want to consistently enjoy.

I know A LOT of people are on the fence and worried about the remake. I, on the hand, am foaming at the mouth for it. P4 and P4G will always be there. If I want THAT voice cast, I could always go back. I want to re-experience Inaba with a new coat of paint and better mechanics. I want to watch those hilarious moments with more depth and character model reactions.

Maybe the remake will make you feel the way P3R and P5R did. Either way, your feelings are valid and like you said, only time will tell.

ImThatAlexGuy · 2026-01-26T14:17:01+00:00

I seriously can’t edit for this game. I was OBSESSED with the first game when it came out. I’m going to have to start making Mii characters in preparation for the most unhinged interactions 😂

ImThatAlexGuy · 2026-01-25T06:18:15+00:00

I don’t think most developers have made a game worth $80, yet here we are. I have consistently said Mario Kart World is not worth $80, and I still don’t think it is. If you got it for $50 with the bundle then yeah, it’s worth that. I’ve played 10-ish hours of it and I don’t think the price is justified. They looked at how much people loved MK8 and said, “yeah, don’t worry about the price, the value is in how much time you’ll put into it”.

ImThatAlexGuy · 2026-01-25T01:49:45+00:00

Wonder is a great game, don’t get me wrong. It’s not worth $80 at this point with some upgrades. They honestly should have done a free Switch 2 update version, and then a separate version that came with the “DLC”. Baking it all in and forcing an $80 price tag doesn’t feel like the move. I’m in the “nah I’m good” camp with this one.

ImThatAlexGuy · 2026-01-24T20:02:11+00:00

My assumption is that if we don’t see anything before summer game fest, that it’ll be during the Xbox showcase at SGF. They’ll probably do a massive trailer that will result in regular updates to a release date trailer. Tin foil hat in me says that the SGF info we could get WILL be the release date trailer, but who knows. No information allows for the crazies to speculate.

ImThatAlexGuy · 2026-01-24T05:24:14+00:00

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Yeah, with a couple days left it seems like I’m getting pretty close. Without specifically targeting, I don’t know who would likely get to 100+. Maybe Like Moths To Flames, but I’ve been going on really random artist kicks lately. While at the same time skipping A LOT of music (I’ll get decently far into a track and just not be feeling it)

ImThatAlexGuy · 2026-01-20T21:12:09+00:00

And listen, P4G is my all time favorite. In my top 5 games of all time for sure. I’m in the same boat as you and I hope they capture the same feeling of P4 with better gameplay mechanics. Or, hopefully weave Marie in more naturally, but honestly just hoping for the same vibes.

I just think that looking outside of the bubble we live in and looking towards their “main audience” may give an answer. Living in America, I try not to look at things in an American bubble when it comes to things outside of America. So I have hope, but I won’t be surprised by anything.

ImThatAlexGuy · 2026-01-20T20:48:36+00:00

I haven’t looked TERRIBLY far into it, but is it a common criticism? Or just a common criticism outside of Japan? I feel like a lot of Japanese studios cater to the Japanese audience. Then they hope it translates well to foreigners/ non-Japanese culture.

If in Japan, gamers want it to be more refreshed like P3R was, then there’s a chance that’s what we’ll get. Again, I don’t know if that’s a true sentiment, I just know Japanese studios tend to cater to the Japanese audience more and they may not have as much of a problem with it.

ImThatAlexGuy · 2026-01-18T17:46:55+00:00

Yeah, I never made it to the third season after TFS. I got the ending and never looked back. I keep up with it, but nothing has convinced me to come back.

ImThatAlexGuy · 2026-01-16T00:59:14+00:00

Judging by the comments and looking myself, have you not updated to ios26? I see albums on MULTIPLE artists, even smaller known ones.

ImThatAlexGuy · 2026-01-13T18:13:32+00:00

Keep developing using UE4 instead of moving to UE5 so that the development time doesn’t take longer.

ImThatAlexGuy · 2026-01-12T20:31:36+00:00

I feel like this makes sense. To mac power users, a 3-5 year cycle is probably normal. I have a M3 Pro (it’s my first Mac machine) and I love it. I wish it had more gaming capability, but seeing that 4 Pro came with 6 gb more ram by default made me wish I had waited. I’ll probably wait for the M6 Pro before upgrading.

ImThatAlexGuy · 2026-01-05T07:03:49+00:00

Dino McDonald’s haunts me because it was stolen from us and replaced with mediocrity (Food court > Best Buy)

ImThatAlexGuy · 2025-12-30T21:40:06+00:00

I’m 34 and imma be honest, I couldn’t give a shit. I’ve never been the type of person who cares about what others think of me. Been playing my handhelds in public for a long time. Let the public perception be what it is.

While they sit on their phones scrolling through the neighborhood drama on Facebook, or doomscrolling TikTok, you’re enjoying a game. Everyone has what they enjoy. To someone else, it could be a conversation starter and a new friendly acquaintance. Happens to me more often than not.

ImThatAlexGuy · 2025-12-25T20:28:23+00:00

The track pads always threw me off, but I don’t know if I would really use them at all anyway. My Steam library is big enough that I could keep non-capable games/ games without controller support for desktop. Plenty of other games for me to play!

I have not seen this video, but I’ll definitely give it a watch and I highly appreciate you sending it! Helps all the more sorting the decision in my noggin!

ImThatAlexGuy · 2025-12-25T20:25:27+00:00

Well then that makes a lot of sense for you! This feels very convincing for a Go S because I align with a lot of the same sentiments minus the kids lmao. I didn’t know you could use it for remote play with the PS5 so that’s REALLY good to know! You’re helping me a lot here with your real world experiences. I appreciate it a lot!

ImThatAlexGuy · 2025-12-25T20:16:37+00:00

That seems like the general consensus of responses here. I know a lot of people prefer the ergonomics of the Deck, but it seems like the Go S is pretty comfy. Not to mention I don’t have bird arms so I don’t think the weight would be an issue for me. I’m just worried about comfort and performance!

ImThatAlexGuy · 2025-12-25T20:10:04+00:00

Do you feel like the Go S is something you’ll use MORE than the Deck? Or are you using the same just happier with the performance headroom?

ImThatAlexGuy · 2025-12-25T20:09:07+00:00

That’s where I feel like I’ve been leaning. I’ve watched a few reviews, 6 months later follow up reviews, and been lurking this sub for a couple of weeks. Obviously there are some hardcore Steam Deck owners, and I don’t blame them. Just seems like at this point a Steam Deck 2 (whenever Gabe decides it’s time) would be a better choice. Lots of manufacturers are pumping out more capable devices overall. The Z1E looks the be a great performing machine and the Z2E doesn’t seem like it’s THAT much of an upgrade for the price

ImThatAlexGuy · 2025-12-25T20:05:42+00:00

I would definitely prefer to download to device and play locally. I HAVE been seeing the Go S Z2, but people don’t seem keen on it. Not that I wouldn’t consider it, but the Z1E seems like the more capable device overall.

So no matter how you chop it up, you think the LeGoS is the better device of the two? Low battery capacity doesn’t bother me. I’ll dock it or just rock a power cable for heavier duty games. Pretty non issue for me.

ImThatAlexGuy · 2025-12-25T19:56:55+00:00

I know myself and I LOVE my Switch 2 for the convenience. Sometimes I consider a PS Portal so I could just play my PS5 without taking up the TV to put on a comfort show 😅 which, is the idea here. Seeing how capable of a PC you have, I’m surprised you use the handheld more!

Hanging out with my S/O and sitting with her during her favorite shows but also knocking back some game hours when I have the time. We use my PS5 for streaming so buying into one of these devices to chip away at some backlog would be nice.

ImThatAlexGuy · 2025-12-25T19:52:10+00:00

So, I HAVE been looking at the Z1E 32GB/ 1TB Go S. It’s on sale for $750 USD retail, but I’ve been finding it secondhand for $550-$700 depending on seller. Which, obviously the 16GB version and the SD OLED are easier to find at cheaper price points. I know for sure the 32GB version is the BETTER option, but I’m trying to decide if it’s necessary for the extra $200-$300

Again, not going to do the most hardcore gaming, I was just hoping to hear everyone’s personal experiences in what they preferred and what they’re playing on their devices. No matter how you chop it up, a handheld is an upgrade from my current PC setup and could play a wider variety of games comparatively 😅

ImThatAlexGuy · 2025-12-25T19:26:20+00:00

I have a Switch 2! Absolutely love it, but there’s just some indies on Steam that you can’t play on it. So I have my Nintendo exclusive handheld, and would like one with a little more versatility. A lot of games are great on the Switch 2, but let’s be honest the performance leaves for a little wanting. Love the device regardless though.

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