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@Tristan77:
Sure it does, and in some ways, worse. Notice the little + next to options you can't use?
Sure it does, and in some ways, worse. Notice the little + next to options you can't use?
I'm kinda glad my 360 red ringed over the summer. Got me to realize that there really aren't many games coming to the system that I can't get for either PS3 or PC, and just how stupid it is to pay for a service that lets me use other services I pay for. Decided not to pay to fix it, or to get a new system.
This just makes it even less worthwhile as far as I'm concerned.
This just makes it even less worthwhile as far as I'm concerned.
I wouldn't be surprised if PSN started having ads, don't assume it won't.
But then again, it's free, so it would kind of make sense, and as long as Plus subscribers don't see them, but again, this is a corporation that's all about making money.
Stick to PCs.
But then again, it's free, so it would kind of make sense, and as long as Plus subscribers don't see them, but again, this is a corporation that's all about making money.
Stick to PCs.
So long as they don't throw an ad up before I can launch my games, I honestly couldn't care less.
We've had ads on (paid) cable service for years, so I fail to see how (less) ads on this paid service are any worse.
We've had ads on (paid) cable service for years, so I fail to see how (less) ads on this paid service are any worse.
There are moments where I think about upgrading my Live account to Gold. Then shit like this happens and I realize that throwing my money into a blender, mixing it with whatever is in my kitchen cupboard and feeding the resulting mush to my dog would be a better use of my money.
So let's count the things I don't use live for
-Multiplayer
-Netflix
-Demos a week early
-Sales
And the things I do?
-Party chat
Well, I really don't think I'll be renewing my Live...
-Multiplayer
-Netflix
-Demos a week early
-Sales
And the things I do?
-Party chat
Well, I really don't think I'll be renewing my Live...
@shirley temple
Here's the thing. You may think it makes you wise and enlightened to know so much more than everyone else that just wanted to play video games, but it doesn't. It makes you a condescending ass. Knock it off.
Here's the thing. You may think it makes you wise and enlightened to know so much more than everyone else that just wanted to play video games, but it doesn't. It makes you a condescending ass. Knock it off.
I'm done with Xbox Live and Microsoft. I've moved on to many other things that are free and I get the same games to play in many cases.
I just find it really strange that Microsoft is putting in MORE ads, for a paid service. I don't recall seeing any the last time I turned on my PS3, and that shit is free.
I still use my Xbox more than my PS3, mainly to play with my friends, but this is starting to get annoying. You'd think things would be the other way around...
I still use my Xbox more than my PS3, mainly to play with my friends, but this is starting to get annoying. You'd think things would be the other way around...
I'm sorry, what? made the switch to PS3 4 years ago (after two red rings) haven't looked back since.
Pay a fee for XBL so you can use the internet you already pay for, so you can use an application you also pay for... No.
Pay a fee for XBL so you can use the internet you already pay for, so you can use an application you also pay for... No.
Yay - go Microsoft!
I thought I was going to be able to download and play the Dragon's Dogma demo yesterday, but they rightfully said [*stern voice*] "NO! Only Gold Members [lolz] deserve this!"
So i've had to wait until today to download the PS3 version, which i'll undoubtedly get used to and buy instead.
GO Microsoft! You're the bestest! The very best! :D
I just wish you had more ads, because I can still find the indie games store within ten minutes! Oh yay! :D
[*shifty eyes*]
I thought I was going to be able to download and play the Dragon's Dogma demo yesterday, but they rightfully said [*stern voice*] "NO! Only Gold Members [lolz] deserve this!"
So i've had to wait until today to download the PS3 version, which i'll undoubtedly get used to and buy instead.
GO Microsoft! You're the bestest! The very best! :D
I just wish you had more ads, because I can still find the indie games store within ten minutes! Oh yay! :D
[*shifty eyes*]
That's really fucked up.
YOU PAY FOR THE SERVICE
Out of everyone they should not be forcing advertisment. Because you pay for the service. This is just shit. They don't need the money, they already got their subscriptions. Pieces of shit.
YOU PAY FOR THE SERVICE
Out of everyone they should not be forcing advertisment. Because you pay for the service. This is just shit. They don't need the money, they already got their subscriptions. Pieces of shit.
Just so everyone is aware, the xbox live/cable tv analogy is not correct. Cable tv provides infrastructure to get you free tv shows with ads, xbox live charges money for a service that let's you use other services you pay for, with no infrastructure
Just so everyone is aware, the xbox live/cable tv analogy is not correct. Cable tv provides infrastructure to get you free tv shows with ads, xbox live charges money for a service that let's you use other services you pay for, with no infrastructure
@billy
Indeed. Not to mention the fact that a condition pre-existing elsewhere doesn't make it somehow ok or acceptable in all cases. The fact that I watch TV doesn't mean I have to automatically be fine with things I don't like.
Indeed. Not to mention the fact that a condition pre-existing elsewhere doesn't make it somehow ok or acceptable in all cases. The fact that I watch TV doesn't mean I have to automatically be fine with things I don't like.
This sucks, remember when we just had good old product placement in games? I remember switching on Perfect Dark Zero and seeing a huge great Samsung logo in the title screen. Good times.
I've always been a single-player gamer, so Xbox Live has always been something I tend to avoid unless I really want a multiplayer experience... which is so rare I can just hold on to trial cards and use those without spending a cent.
Yeah, these all have ads on any service, so this particular story isn't really accurate as a slam on XBL.
That said, they could at least reduce them. I stopped using the MSNBC news app because I spent more time watching commercials than actual content.
That said, they could at least reduce them. I stopped using the MSNBC news app because I spent more time watching commercials than actual content.
Too bad for M$ I use my xbox to play games then, not watch fucking sports and listen to fucking radio. Who the hell does that?
When-i-see-an-ad-online-i-immediately-mute-it-then-scroll-down-so-only-the-progress-bar-thingy-is-visible-at-the-top-of-my-screen....then-when-its-over,i-scroll-up-and-unmute...ill-have-no-part-of-it
I see what's happening!
xboxlive got a job with sony marketing.
I mean, come on guys, xboxlive has a family to feed, right?
you don't want xboxlive jr. going hungry, do you?
and mrs xboxlive needs her shoe shopping.
xboxlive got a job with sony marketing.
I mean, come on guys, xboxlive has a family to feed, right?
you don't want xboxlive jr. going hungry, do you?
and mrs xboxlive needs her shoe shopping.
This is why I bought PS+ and do not plan on renewing my Live subscription next year. That and free games.
The "free apps" you guys are referring to aren't free. You're paying $60 a year for access to those apps. How is that free?
That being said, I never use my 360 for things other than Xbox 360 games and Netflix (because the 360's Netflix app is better than the PS3's, last I checked). I never use any of the other entertainment apps, hell I never even venture near them. I have never had to sit through an advertisement on my console, despite the fact that they are there.. somewhere.
Until this starts to actually affect my experience, I will continue to play XBL games. But this really does suck for the few people who do use those affected apps.
That being said, I never use my 360 for things other than Xbox 360 games and Netflix (because the 360's Netflix app is better than the PS3's, last I checked). I never use any of the other entertainment apps, hell I never even venture near them. I have never had to sit through an advertisement on my console, despite the fact that they are there.. somewhere.
Until this starts to actually affect my experience, I will continue to play XBL games. But this really does suck for the few people who do use those affected apps.
Other than my 360 I have a PS3, Wii and currently three windows PCs in my flat, all of which can run netflix for no extra charge. Just sayin'.
If they used an incredible amount of Ads to offer Live services to non-subscribers, I'd be fine. But this really is kindof bullshit. I pay for Live. Let my Xbox be MY XBOX.
What a stupid hope to have.
What a stupid hope to have.
The article right above this one about psn plus giving a bunch of good games for free is just throwing salt on the wound.
Steam has tons of sales, psn plus gives you alot of free stuff and discounts too and xbl gives you ads and a 60$ price tag.
Well 2 out of 3 ain't bad.
Steam has tons of sales, psn plus gives you alot of free stuff and discounts too and xbl gives you ads and a 60$ price tag.
Well 2 out of 3 ain't bad.
Well the ads they have now don't bother me. Just a little video or picture in the corner somewhere on the dashboard. However, if they start forcing me to watch ads anytime I start up the xbox or a game then we have a problem. They can put all the ads they want as long as they don't interfere with my gaming experience. But if a service I'm already paying for becomes a pain in the ass then fuck it I'm gone.
For fuck's sake.
D:
I mean you already pay $60 dollars and still have ads on the dash. Still have to pay for other services for which you have to pay to even have access to these services you still have to pay for. Then they want to throw ads on more things? Jesus. Some people may be totally cool with this and hark the whole cable TV analogy, but eh. Just as Tristrix stated, just because TV does it does not mean we should just accept it happening for XBL. There are already ADs present, then they want to throw more in? Bah!
D:
I mean you already pay $60 dollars and still have ads on the dash. Still have to pay for other services for which you have to pay to even have access to these services you still have to pay for. Then they want to throw ads on more things? Jesus. Some people may be totally cool with this and hark the whole cable TV analogy, but eh. Just as Tristrix stated, just because TV does it does not mean we should just accept it happening for XBL. There are already ADs present, then they want to throw more in? Bah!
After getting a PS3, I had already vowed that I wasn't paying for Xbox Live anymore when it runs out. This just reinforces that decision.
Yes Shirley Temple!!! "YOU" let this happen. Let us find where YOU lives and get him!...or HER! Whoever the f YOU is, let us get em!
I've already been assimilating into the PC master race. Thanks for that extra push Microsoft! My Live is good through January, so that gives me a couple months of Halo 4 time and then I think I'm done with you.
Pays $60 a year for the shit you get for free on Steam and PSN.
Still forced to flip through ads you don't have on Steam or PSN.
Regrets supporting Microsoft and the Xbox platform as a whole.
Starts buying all his multi-platform games on PC and PS3.
Man I hate gaming these days.
Still forced to flip through ads you don't have on Steam or PSN.
Regrets supporting Microsoft and the Xbox platform as a whole.
Starts buying all his multi-platform games on PC and PS3.
Man I hate gaming these days.
Last I checked, I can boot straight to my games and avoid the dash altogether, using the superior in-game guide menus.
Stop whining you attention whores.
Stop whining you attention whores.
Good. I was starting to worry I might enjoy myself for one goddamn second. Thanks for always putting the customer first Microsoft!
Microsoft gained a huge advantage in their dominance of online gaming.
This is how they lose that advantage the moment anyone offers what Live used to offer before this BS.
This is how they lose that advantage the moment anyone offers what Live used to offer before this BS.
Microsoft are becoming the biggest twats in the industry.
Oh well, guess I'll just block traffic from their ad servers from now on.
Oh well, guess I'll just block traffic from their ad servers from now on.
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