tragabigzanda wrote:Looking for some basic answers re: PS4. I haven't owned a system since the original PS1, and I gather much has changed since 2001. Looking to purchase a PS4 around the holidays, hoping you guys can help me out:
Is 500gb enough for 3-5 games? I'm mostly excited for Star Wars: Battlefront, The Division, Uncharted 4, Metal Gear, and that Rocket League game looks fun too. If 500gb is too small, is it easy to upgrade to a larger drive?
What sort of connection speed do I need to play online? I believe we're at 6mb/s. Does it matter if I'm connected directly to the modem, or is WiFi ok? If I need to be connected via hardline, is there any way to cast from the PS4 to my TV wirelessly?
I'm not sure how game servers work these days, but I'd like to play with some friends in MA. Will that be easy to do from MT?
How quickly do the controller batteries lose their charge?
Are those standing fan units really helpful with heat and noise, or are they a waste of money?
Is the stock headset ok, or should I invest in something else?
Thanks again for the answers to my questions that came in. One more:
What's the main difference between Playstation Network and Playstation Plus? Do I need both if I want to play games online?
Re: The all inclusive video game thread
Posted: Mon November 02, 2015 3:48 pm
by Monkey_Driven
tragabigzanda wrote:
tragabigzanda wrote:Looking for some basic answers re: PS4. I haven't owned a system since the original PS1, and I gather much has changed since 2001. Looking to purchase a PS4 around the holidays, hoping you guys can help me out:
Is 500gb enough for 3-5 games? I'm mostly excited for Star Wars: Battlefront, The Division, Uncharted 4, Metal Gear, and that Rocket League game looks fun too. If 500gb is too small, is it easy to upgrade to a larger drive?
What sort of connection speed do I need to play online? I believe we're at 6mb/s. Does it matter if I'm connected directly to the modem, or is WiFi ok? If I need to be connected via hardline, is there any way to cast from the PS4 to my TV wirelessly?
I'm not sure how game servers work these days, but I'd like to play with some friends in MA. Will that be easy to do from MT?
How quickly do the controller batteries lose their charge?
Are those standing fan units really helpful with heat and noise, or are they a waste of money?
Is the stock headset ok, or should I invest in something else?
Thanks again for the answers to my questions that came in. One more:
What's the main difference between Playstation Network and Playstation Plus? Do I need both if I want to play games online?
Playstation Plus is the membership/subscription service that enables you play games online on the Playstation Network. Think about it as the Playstation Network is the internet and Playstation Plus is the internet provider. In this case though your internet provider gives you two free games each month.
Re: The all inclusive video game thread
Posted: Mon November 02, 2015 3:49 pm
by LoathedVermin72
All right, now that my October horror obligations have ended, I think it's time to dive back in and finish Ocarina of Time.
Re: The all inclusive video game thread
Posted: Mon November 02, 2015 4:03 pm
by tragabigzanda
Monkey_Driven wrote:
tragabigzanda wrote:
tragabigzanda wrote:Looking for some basic answers re: PS4. I haven't owned a system since the original PS1, and I gather much has changed since 2001. Looking to purchase a PS4 around the holidays, hoping you guys can help me out:
Is 500gb enough for 3-5 games? I'm mostly excited for Star Wars: Battlefront, The Division, Uncharted 4, Metal Gear, and that Rocket League game looks fun too. If 500gb is too small, is it easy to upgrade to a larger drive?
What sort of connection speed do I need to play online? I believe we're at 6mb/s. Does it matter if I'm connected directly to the modem, or is WiFi ok? If I need to be connected via hardline, is there any way to cast from the PS4 to my TV wirelessly?
I'm not sure how game servers work these days, but I'd like to play with some friends in MA. Will that be easy to do from MT?
How quickly do the controller batteries lose their charge?
Are those standing fan units really helpful with heat and noise, or are they a waste of money?
Is the stock headset ok, or should I invest in something else?
Thanks again for the answers to my questions that came in. One more:
What's the main difference between Playstation Network and Playstation Plus? Do I need both if I want to play games online?
Playstation Plus is the membership/subscription service that enables you play games online on the Playstation Network. Think about it as the Playstation Network is the internet and Playstation Plus is the internet provider. In this case though your internet provider gives you two free games each month.
So I have to sign up for both? Fucking double-dipping motherfucking Sony...
Re: The all inclusive video game thread
Posted: Mon November 02, 2015 4:15 pm
by Simple Torture
tragabigzanda wrote:
Monkey_Driven wrote:
tragabigzanda wrote:
tragabigzanda wrote:Looking for some basic answers re: PS4. I haven't owned a system since the original PS1, and I gather much has changed since 2001. Looking to purchase a PS4 around the holidays, hoping you guys can help me out:
Is 500gb enough for 3-5 games? I'm mostly excited for Star Wars: Battlefront, The Division, Uncharted 4, Metal Gear, and that Rocket League game looks fun too. If 500gb is too small, is it easy to upgrade to a larger drive?
What sort of connection speed do I need to play online? I believe we're at 6mb/s. Does it matter if I'm connected directly to the modem, or is WiFi ok? If I need to be connected via hardline, is there any way to cast from the PS4 to my TV wirelessly?
I'm not sure how game servers work these days, but I'd like to play with some friends in MA. Will that be easy to do from MT?
How quickly do the controller batteries lose their charge?
Are those standing fan units really helpful with heat and noise, or are they a waste of money?
Is the stock headset ok, or should I invest in something else?
Thanks again for the answers to my questions that came in. One more:
What's the main difference between Playstation Network and Playstation Plus? Do I need both if I want to play games online?
Playstation Plus is the membership/subscription service that enables you play games online on the Playstation Network. Think about it as the Playstation Network is the internet and Playstation Plus is the internet provider. In this case though your internet provider gives you two free games each month.
So I have to sign up for both? Fucking double-dipping motherfucking Sony...
Sort of? You'll need to make a Playstation Network account, which is free, and then you'll have to register for PS+, which costs money. Same account, you just get online privileges with PS+ .
Re: The all inclusive video game thread
Posted: Mon November 02, 2015 4:17 pm
by Monkey_Driven
Simple Torture wrote:
tragabigzanda wrote:
Monkey_Driven wrote:
tragabigzanda wrote:
tragabigzanda wrote:Looking for some basic answers re: PS4. I haven't owned a system since the original PS1, and I gather much has changed since 2001. Looking to purchase a PS4 around the holidays, hoping you guys can help me out:
Is 500gb enough for 3-5 games? I'm mostly excited for Star Wars: Battlefront, The Division, Uncharted 4, Metal Gear, and that Rocket League game looks fun too. If 500gb is too small, is it easy to upgrade to a larger drive?
What sort of connection speed do I need to play online? I believe we're at 6mb/s. Does it matter if I'm connected directly to the modem, or is WiFi ok? If I need to be connected via hardline, is there any way to cast from the PS4 to my TV wirelessly?
I'm not sure how game servers work these days, but I'd like to play with some friends in MA. Will that be easy to do from MT?
How quickly do the controller batteries lose their charge?
Are those standing fan units really helpful with heat and noise, or are they a waste of money?
Is the stock headset ok, or should I invest in something else?
Thanks again for the answers to my questions that came in. One more:
What's the main difference between Playstation Network and Playstation Plus? Do I need both if I want to play games online?
Playstation Plus is the membership/subscription service that enables you play games online on the Playstation Network. Think about it as the Playstation Network is the internet and Playstation Plus is the internet provider. In this case though your internet provider gives you two free games each month.
So I have to sign up for both? Fucking double-dipping motherfucking Sony...
Sort of? You'll need to make a Playstation Network account, which is free, and then you'll have to register for PS+, which costs money. Same account, you just get online privileges with PS+ .
It is not double dipping, you only pay for Playstation Plus. Sorry if that wasn't clear.
Re: The all inclusive video game thread
Posted: Mon November 02, 2015 4:18 pm
by tragabigzanda
Ah, ok, that's not too bad. Gracias! Looking forward to Battlefronting with some of you around Xmas...
Re: The all inclusive video game thread
Posted: Mon November 02, 2015 4:23 pm
by mf
tragabigzanda wrote:
Monkey_Driven wrote:
tragabigzanda wrote:
tragabigzanda wrote:Looking for some basic answers re: PS4. I haven't owned a system since the original PS1, and I gather much has changed since 2001. Looking to purchase a PS4 around the holidays, hoping you guys can help me out:
Is 500gb enough for 3-5 games? I'm mostly excited for Star Wars: Battlefront, The Division, Uncharted 4, Metal Gear, and that Rocket League game looks fun too. If 500gb is too small, is it easy to upgrade to a larger drive?
What sort of connection speed do I need to play online? I believe we're at 6mb/s. Does it matter if I'm connected directly to the modem, or is WiFi ok? If I need to be connected via hardline, is there any way to cast from the PS4 to my TV wirelessly?
I'm not sure how game servers work these days, but I'd like to play with some friends in MA. Will that be easy to do from MT?
How quickly do the controller batteries lose their charge?
Are those standing fan units really helpful with heat and noise, or are they a waste of money?
Is the stock headset ok, or should I invest in something else?
Thanks again for the answers to my questions that came in. One more:
What's the main difference between Playstation Network and Playstation Plus? Do I need both if I want to play games online?
Playstation Plus is the membership/subscription service that enables you play games online on the Playstation Network. Think about it as the Playstation Network is the internet and Playstation Plus is the internet provider. In this case though your internet provider gives you two free games each month.
So I have to sign up for both? Fucking double-dipping motherfucking Sony...
Not really double dipping. Playstation Network doesn't cost anything. It's just their network infrastructure and your account info. If you don't intend to play games online then it's all you need. You can connect to the store, download games/updates/demos/movies/etc. PS Plus is the subscription service that lets you play online peer to peer, get a couple free games per month, and get discounts on other games and movies.
Re: The all inclusive video game thread
Posted: Mon November 02, 2015 4:24 pm
by LoathedVermin72
tragabigzanda wrote:Ah, ok, that's not too bad. Gracias! Looking forward to Battlefronting with some of you around Xmas...
I might get in on this if I finally bite the bullet sign up for PS+.
Re: The all inclusive video game thread
Posted: Mon November 02, 2015 4:39 pm
by Mecca
Monkey_Driven wrote:
bond wrote:
Monkey_Driven wrote:
bond wrote:Still mired in MGS V.
I suck at the story missions after the "end".
I don't know what that means, so I'm assuming you are much further than I am. I am on mission 29.
I am getting Fallout and I'm sure I will enjoy it but I'm kind of dreading putting so many hours into it.
Re: The all inclusive video game thread
Posted: Mon November 02, 2015 5:05 pm
by mf
Monkey_Driven wrote:I am getting Fallout and I'm sure I will enjoy it but I'm kind of dreading putting so many hours into it.
Same here. I just started playing Witcher 3 this week so i probably won't get around to Fallout until christmas anyways.
Re: The all inclusive video game thread
Posted: Mon November 02, 2015 5:06 pm
by Simple Torture
I find it hard to imagine that I'll ever sink as much time into a game again that I did with games like Skyrim, Fallout 3, and so on. I haven't booted up a game on my PS3 once since my daughter was born 2 months ago.
Re: The all inclusive video game thread
Posted: Mon November 02, 2015 5:08 pm
by Monkey_Driven
Simple Torture wrote:I find it hard to imagine that I'll ever sink as much time into a game again that I did with games like Skyrim, Fallout 3, and so on. I haven't booted up a game on my PS3 once since my daughter was born 2 months ago.
You might be able to once your daughter is a bit older. How's your daughter doing?