#sell PS3

[cashygophones]

Sell Old Gaming Consoles | Cash in Your Used PS4, PS3, Xbox One, & More

Title: Cashygo: Sell Old Gaming Consoles and Cash in Your Used PS4, PS3, Xbox One, & More

In the ever-evolving world of gaming, staying up-to-date with the latest consoles and technology is a must for many enthusiasts. But what happens to your old gaming consoles when you're ready to upgrade? Rather than letting them collect dust or simply disposing of them, there's now a convenient and profitable solution: Cashygo.

Cashygo is revolutionizing the way gamers trade in their old consoles by offering a hassle-free platform to sell their used gaming devices. Whether it's a PlayStation 4, PlayStation 3, Xbox One, or any other gaming console, Cashygo provides a seamless process to turn your old gear into cash.

So, how does Cashygo work?

Easy Evaluation: Begin by visiting the Cashygo website and providing details about your gaming console. This includes its make, model, condition, and any accessories it may come with. This information helps Cashygo provide an accurate valuation of your device.

Instant Quote: After evaluating your console, Cashygo provides you with an instant quote, giving you a clear idea of how much you can expect to receive for your device. This quote is based on the current market value of your console and its condition.

Free Shipping: Once you accept the offer, Cashygo sends you a pre-paid shipping label. This means you can ship your console to Cashygo's facilities at no cost to you. No need to worry about shipping fees eating into your earnings!

Fast Payment: After receiving your console, Cashygo promptly inspects it to ensure it matches the provided details. Once everything checks out, you receive payment via your preferred method, whether it's PayPal, bank transfer, or another option.

Eco-Friendly Recycling: Even if your old console is no longer functional, Cashygo ensures it's disposed of responsibly through eco-friendly recycling methods. This commitment to sustainability means you can sell your old console with peace of mind, knowing it won't end up in a landfill.

Cashygo's streamlined process makes selling your old gaming consoles a breeze. Whether you're looking to upgrade to the latest PlayStation or Xbox model or simply decluttering your gaming setup, Cashygo offers a convenient way to turn your unused devices into cash.

But why choose Cashygo over other selling platforms?

Competitive Prices: Cashygo strives to offer competitive prices for your used gaming consoles, ensuring you get the best value for your device.

Convenience: With Cashygo, there's no need to deal with the complexities of listing your console on online marketplaces or haggling with potential buyers. The entire selling process is handled efficiently and professionally by Cashygo.

Trustworthy Service: Cashygo prioritizes customer satisfaction and transparency. From providing accurate quotes to prompt payments, Cashygo aims to deliver a trustworthy and reliable service to every customer.

Expertise: With years of experience in the gaming industry, Cashygo understands the value of gaming consoles and strives to offer fair prices reflective of their worth.

So, if you're ready to part ways with your old gaming consoles and cash in on their value, look no further than Cashygo. With its user-friendly platform, fast payments, and commitment to sustainability, Cashygo is the ultimate destination for selling your used PS4, PS3, Xbox One, and more. Say goodbye to clutter and hello to cash with Cashygo!

[lildoodlecat]

i don't think i should be allowed on facebook marketplace wdym i can drive 2hrs for a free crtv i can't even fit anywhere but would be kinda cool for retro gaming

[ur-mag]

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[siofra-river]

I might have a solution to my demon souls dilemma . Yippie!

[hightownhawke]

Origins is such a pain to ay the combat is such a struggle for me to get through but I press on every time because I love it so

[rex101111]

Ratchet and Clank size matters got added to the PSN store and I got a a major nostalgia pang so I went "eh, why not" and quickly played through it. And I do mean quickly, I know it was a PSP title but dang, last time I finished a R&C game this quick i played Nexus. Anyway, the thing that struck me about this game is that Ratchet is...a bit of an asshole here. And that struck me as odd because for the last few entries...he isn't.

Like this is still early series Ratchet, still on the PS2/PSP, released just before the first PS3 title, which was in retrospect a bit of an incredibly soft reboot. In the newer games, Ratchet is a fairly straight forward protag, nice, willing to help, only a little bit sarcastic if he's really strapped for time or dealing with someone especially annoying. Early Ratchet? Early Ratchet was a jackass, a dick, a selfish, quick tempered loner that only went on this quest because there was a tangible, direct benefit to him specifically. Seriously, in the first game Ratchet couldn't go two sentences without insulting somebody, and that's when he's in a good mood. In act 2 he's even worse, gnashing his teeth at everyone he talks to and threatening to sell Clank for scrap. It takes hours of in game time and half a dozen levels before Ratchet finally chills out, and a few more levels before he actually resolves to act like any sort of hero, and even that only happens after something he personally cares about gets threatened. Ratchet could give a damn, he can be convinced to help people, but he's still a selfish person who needs the situation rubbed in his nose before he realizes how dire it is. Clank having faith in him, throughout the entire game, even when he's being a dick, even when Clank himself is furious with him, meant something. When in the penultimate level he says "that's the Ratchet I always knew was there" and Ratchet brushes him off, you buy it, that beneath this sharp outside there's someone with the capacity to be a hero, an actual hero, a hero who isn't selfless, but one capable of overcoming his selfishness when it matters most.

Back when the first game came out, people complained about this, about their platformer mascot protag being a huge dick, and even the very next game addressed this by toning him down a smidge, but Ratchet in the PS2 trilogy is still very much not a perfect sunshine person. He's very sarcastic, pretty cynical, is very quick to call other people on their bullshit, and still has a very short temper. (Plasma city, anyone?) Ratchet had texture to him, he bounced off the much more straightforwardly nice Clank in a lot of ways, their friendship felt like it had weight and meant something because these two had so many differences between them that the fact they did get along so well and cared about each other so much showed that their friendship was genuine. I like the newer Ratchet and Clank games, played every one of them, but I've never been really happy with the direction they took with Ratchet. Each game made him nicer, friendlier, smoothing down his edges. And the reboot game had it the worst, they retold the first story, where Ratchet was at his worst and a major thread of the plot was him learning to get over his bullshit, but had the sanded down kitty cat of the later games instead of having confidence in their early work. Dickhead Ratchet worked, he had a place and it gave him a place to grow, while still maintaining his inherit sharpness. Ratchet should get to be an asshole again, just for a bit, let him get angry, properly. Sure, he's a hero who's saved two galaxies three times over and then some, but he did that while being a sarcastic little shit who made a joke about a plumber's ass crack showing and fired rockets at people while complaining about how high the prices are everywhere he went.

I dunno, maybe its a bit too late in the game to say this, but something got lost in the shuffle a while back, and getting a reminder of what was simply put it into perspective for me.

[arkus-rhapsode]

So wasn't expecting to make this Gaming Hot Take of the day but after reading this from Sony CFO Hiroki Totoki I gotta be honest I had to write something

So look, I can kinda understand this stance in a very retrospective sense as he says "Fostered from the beginning." Playstation 1 in particular didn't really make a big distinction between its original IP and its Third Party IP. It's why you had Crash Bandicoot or Cloud Strife as basically the mascot of Playstation when both come from third parties. Compared to the likes of Mario and Sonic who were not only their console mascot, but company mascots respectively.

But by now, Playstation has an undeniable back catalogue of first and second IP that it can either revive or rerelease if need be. Like if we're looking at like multi entry series and not just one offs, by the PS2, Sony had:

Jak & Daxter

Twisted Metal

Ape Escape

Sly Cooper

MediEvil

Wild Arms

Dark Cloud

Everybody's Golf

God of War

Rachet and Clank

And by the PS3 we have

Infamous

Uncharted

Killzone

Resistance

Little Big Planet

Like Sony has their own catalogue that can stand on its own. Its not like they should be struggling now to play catch up.

Now if you read my recent Emio and Mages post, I am very well aware that in the age of modern gaming, a game doesn't get made without a team devoted to it. And with the rising production and time costs of making games, no company can release a hundred games and be profitable. So sadly some IP just do fall by the wayside in favor of others. Guerrilla Games isn't making Killzone anymore, because their efforts are spent on Horizon and Sucker Punch went from being the Sly Cooper guys to the Infamous guys, to now the Ghosts of Tsushima guys.

However, I feel like Sony has had some circumstances that compound this problem. Sony and Playstation are technically powerful machines-they want to fully utilize the hardware they're selling you for hundreds of dollars. It is their brand. However, the downside to this is because of this the rise in production costs, it's now taking much longer to make games that make use of the powerful hardware. We went from being able to release a full trilogy in a single generation to basically one. Its also made worse by the fact that Sony has been very active in shuttering studios and cutting costs. The biggest would be the loss of Sony Japan Studio, who were beloved for their more varied Japanese-y style games. It added flavor to the more Naughty Dog inspired games of the sixth and seventh generation. But now, Sony went all in on being that one big budget release that leaned more towards broader genres that could maximize the amount of sales like Uncharted, The Last of Us, Spider-Man, etc.

With this, a lot of mismanagement, its really made the PS5 era feel very sparse compared to the PS4. Now, I wanna stress this, I actually do not subscribe to the mentality "Playstation has no games." Playstation has tons of games beyond just their first party titles, some are exclusive like Final Fantasy 16, some are just way too powerful to be something that could be played on a switch like GTAV. Heck, I played Bomb Rush Cyberfunk on my PS5 and it's probably the game I've dumped the most time into this year. So yes, even if Playstation's first party offerings are few and far between, you're still capable of playing a lot of good games on this really expensive plastic box.

And maybe that's indicative of the fact that Playstation has always been about selling you the hardware on the basis of the hardware. Going back to the PS1, the main selling points was this was the haven for third parties after Nintendo really burned a lot of developers with the N64, and that this was a much more system than the N64. When you look at someone like Nintendo now, they're hardware is underpowered they live and die by the power of their software that only they can provide and no one else. But the playstation even if its not shooting out a new Jax & Daxter every year, they're still the place you can play something like Final Fantasy or Elden Ring at a really great clip. Perhaps Totoki was alluding to that reliance on hardware instead of software because in retrospect, they never really had that big homegrown system seller on playstation till the PS2 with things like God of War. And now fostering that, has made it hard to have that sort of Zelda or Halo that are so undeniably their companies IP and will move launch units.

But a reliance on just being the place where you can play games at a high fidelity, means that its still got competition from Xbox and PC. So Sony would have to offer a service the others don't and that can be software you find nowhere else. True story, I was genuinely conflicted about getting a PS5 or and Xbox X/S for my birthday because I knew I needed to at least have a strong machine to play with my switch. And ultimately I took PS5 because that was the console that would have God of War Ragnarok and Spider-Man 2. So yes, IP absolutely factors into purchases in my experience. And the fact that this generation Sony has really struggled to put out first party games, really makes that purchase factor feel so much thinner and thinner. When you know-you know Sony has loads of IP (Some that haven't left their respective console) that even a simple remaster on the PS5 could at least hold people over in-between their AAA releases. So to hear their CFO say that they don't have enough IP, gets very disingenuous.

To close this out, I wanna stress something. I don't think wanting to make new IP is a bad thing. Im glad Sony is willing to invest 8 years and millions of dollars into something new. But eventually, we reach a point where this has to be better managed. We have to have some smaller titles that can be released between the bigger ones. We gotta have some variation in the types of games we're getting from the platform holder. And sometimes leaning in on those fan faves for smaller titles would help. Are they gonna sell 10 million units? More than likely not. But if you balance the budget, having something move between 1-2 million units would be acceptable. Perhaps maybe allow more second party developers a crack at using that IP so your internal teams can work on the bigger blockbuster titles?

The PS5 generation has been a pretty all over the map one for Sony, and the more we learn about the thoughts and management behind the scenes, the more aggravating it can become when this platform does something really cool, but then seems to take two steps back. I genuinely can't tell you if I'll get a PS6. But if I do, it will probably not be out of optimism for classic Playstation franchises to return.

[cashygophones]

Sell Old Gaming Consoles | Cash in Your Used PS4, PS3

Introduction

Are you looking to clear out some space and make some extra cash? Selling your old gaming consoles could be the solution you've been searching for. In this article, we'll explore the process of selling old gaming consoles and why it's a smart move for gamers.

Why Sell Your Old Gaming Consoles?

Advantages of Selling Old Consoles

Old gaming consoles sitting around collecting dust serve no purpose. By selling them, you not only free up space but also put some extra money in your pocket. Additionally, someone else gets to enjoy the console, giving it a new lease on life.

Environmental Impact

Disposing of electronic waste responsibly is crucial for environmental sustainability. By selling your old gaming consoles, you contribute to the circular economy by extending the lifespan of these devices and reducing electronic waste.

Preparing Your Gaming Console for Sale

Before listing your console for sale, it's essential to ensure it's in the best possible condition.

Cleaning and Maintenance Tips

Giving your console a thorough clean can significantly increase its appeal to potential buyers. Dust off the exterior, clean the controller, and ensure all ports are free from debris.

Resetting to Factory Settings

Resetting your console to factory settings removes your personal data and restores it to its original state. This step is crucial for protecting your privacy and ensuring a smooth transition for the new owner.

Researching the Market

To get the best price for your old gaming console, it's essential to research the market thoroughly.

Finding the Right Platform to Sell

There are numerous online platforms available for selling used gaming consoles. Research each platform's fees, audience, and selling process to determine the best fit for your needs.

Understanding Pricing Trends

Take the time to research recent sales of similar consoles to gauge their market value accurately. Consider factors such as condition, included accessories, and demand in your pricing strategy.

Selling Process

Once your console is ready for sale, it's time to create a compelling listing and navigate the selling process.

Creating an Appealing Listing

Include high-quality photos and a detailed description highlighting your console's features and condition. Be honest about any flaws or issues to build trust with potential buyers.

Negotiating with Buyers

Be prepared to negotiate with potential buyers to reach a mutually beneficial agreement. Consider factors such as shipping costs and payment methods when negotiating the final price.

Ensuring Secure Transactions

Protect yourself and the buyer by using secure payment methods and shipping options with tracking and insurance. Confirm receipt of payment before shipping the console to avoid scams.

Maximizing Your Profit

There are several strategies you can use to maximize the profit from selling your old gaming console.

Adding Value with Accessories

Including additional accessories such as controllers, games, or cables can increase the perceived value of your console and justify a higher asking price.

Timing Your Sale Strategically

Keep an eye on market trends and consider timing your sale during peak buying seasons or promotional periods to maximize your chances of selling at a higher price.

Alternatives to Selling

If selling your old gaming console isn't an option, there are alternative ways to dispose of it responsibly.

Donating Old Consoles

Consider donating your old console to a charity or community organization. Your donation could bring joy to someone in need and support a good cause.

Recycling Options

If your console is no longer functional or suitable for donation, explore recycling options available in your area. Many electronics retailers offer recycling programs for old devices.

Conclusion

Selling your old gaming consoles is a win-win situation. Not only do you free up space and earn some extra cash, but you also contribute to environmental sustainability by giving your console a new life. Take the time to prepare your console properly, research the market, and follow best practices for a smooth selling experience.

Unique FAQs

Can I sell my old gaming console if it's not working?

Yes, there are platforms where you can sell non-functional consoles for parts or repair projects.

Do I need to include original packaging when selling my console?

While original packaging can increase the value of your console, it's not always necessary for a successful sale.

Are there any fees associated with selling on online platforms?

Most online selling platforms charge a fee or commission for each sale. Be sure to factor these fees into your pricing strategy.

How can I ensure a secure transaction when selling my console online?

Use secure payment methods such as PayPal or escrow services and choose shipping options with tracking and insurance.

What should I do with personal data stored on my console before selling it?

Reset your console to factory settings to erase all personal data and ensure the privacy of the new owner.

[taptroupe]

do you like card games on the gamecube, or dress up games on the ps2, multiple ending ps3 rpgs, open world wii u hidden gems? well TAPSTORE IS OPEN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

after a few years of hiatus, i am selling charms again. thank you for the wait and thank you for the support!

[thereasonsimbroke]

Sony Interactive Entertainment has launched a new website to celebrate #PlayStation's history ahead of its 30th anniversary on December 3, 2024. However, this celebration seems superficial, given the company's declining performance. The website claims the #PlayStation2 sold 160 million units, which contradicts the 155 million listed on #Sony's official sales page, raising doubts about their accuracy.

While the #PS2 remains the best-selling console, recent offerings like the PS3 (87 million units) and PS4 (117 million units) have seen stagnant sales, indicating a decline in market dominance. As competition from other platforms grows, Sony's nostalgic focus on past successes appears to be an ineffective distraction from its current struggles in the Gaming industry.

[voidsentprinces]

Sony, I think you've misunderstood. We bought Dawntrail because it was the beginning of a new story, provided more content for us to play, and raised the level cap. The lighting and model upgrade was just an added bonus and they were doing it to an 11 year old game, that only brushed up and brought the models from a 14 year old version of the game in a new engine. So, it was a decent change but a side bonus to what was otherwise standard fair and it cost us about 40$ for the standard addition no frills or extras or pre-order involved. It is basically the equivalent of going from PS2 to PS3 era graphics. Or the difference between going from Devil May Cry 3 to Devil May Cry 4. Are the models still kind of quirky in areas? Yes. Does it still look good? Yep. IS it Devil May Cry 5 graphics? No.

YOU, Sony, are charging $700 USD for a machine that promises to make the lighting and graphics sliiiiiiiightly better. And that's just for the machine to give better slight lighting engine. You're not even providing it for a remake of beloved classics. You're applying it to Horizon Zero Dawn and Final Fantasy VII: Rebirth. You've sold us Dark Souls 2 and are now selling us Scholar of the First Sin with a 40% mark up.

Void, you're comparing an MMO's improvements to a console improvement.

Too right. Sony you're selling us Spiderman: No Way Home after Spiderman: Long Way from Home. Is the CG better? Kind of, yes. Are all our favorites on screen? Yeah, but you're also selling the extra villains separate and its just not worth the ticket price, pass. We are in the theatre and you're pausing the movie and announcing that you can now wheel in William Dafoe's Green Goblin for 70$ more. After changing us $700 tickets.

May your entire business burn from your hubris, old men of the board.

[ceasarslegion]

Yknow its memed all to hell now because todd howard wont stop rereleasing it but i dont think a lot of people remember how big of a deal Skyrim was for open world games when it came out.

You gotta remember that this was the same console generation that Morrowind, a game about a gigabyte large on Steam, needed to restart your system entirely in order to load its environments. Fallout 3's setting had to be cut up into chunks separated by giant physical walls of debris and subway tunnels so your ps3 wouldn't overheat and die trying to load that much at once. Oblivion was nice and big but the environments were quite homogenous and repetitive so they wouldnt be too hard on your RAM.

And then Skyrim came out and completely blew everybody away with how much it accomplished relative to the capabilities of the tech it had to work with. It was stupidly, insanely, mindbogglingly BIG. There were unique biomes, climates, architecture, and wildlife that matched those biomes. There were weather cycles. There were unique cultures and lifestyles and conflicts and alliances to match how stupidly, insanely, mindbogglingly big the province of Skyrim was. And it looked really real compared to games at the time, is the thing. The water and snow and even the rain shining differently depending on how the sunlight hit it just wasn't a detail you got in other open worlds, because they had to sacrifice a lot of things for size.

Yeah, todd howard selling me Skyrim for the 30th time memes are funny, but Skyrim really was unprecedented for the time and lept the open world genre forward by at least 10 years, I'd estimate. Honestly, I'd capitalize on those bragging rights too

[miquellah]

✧ After Elden Ring: What Next?

This is intended as a condensed, spoiler-free guide for people who have played Elden Ring and no other Soulsbornes, but are very curious about the rest of the genre. If you were enamored with Fromsoft's game design or lore, and are otherwise new to things, I'm here to peddle you some other potential starting points!

I'll give a lowdown on systems available, DLC available, and some thoughts in regards to each as a starting point post-ER. And just because I like him, also whether or not each game contains our favorite little guy: Patches!!!!!

DARK SOULS 1 (2011) Systems: Playstation, Xbox, WIndows, Steam, Nintendo Switch DLC: purchaseable intact with special editions or purchased in online store (intact: Artorias of the Abyss, Prepare to Die, Remastered)

With slower combat than Elden Ring, and no fast-travel for a good portion of the game, this is often a tough sell for many. Nonetheless the entire Dark Souls saga is a shining gem of its own right, and it all starts here. The setting is somewhat similar to Elden Ring, albeit striking far further into Low Fantasy than High. You may or may not have some growing pains, but don't let that deter you; determination is all very much part of the experience. (And, it's got enough cracks in the code you can sufficiently cheese a lot, should you get fed up and stuck.) Contains Patches, the Trusty.

DARK SOULS 2 (2014) Systems: Playstation, Xbox, Windows, Steam DLC: purchaseable intact with special editions or purchased in online store (intact: Scholar of the First Sin)

Considered by many to be the black sheep of the DS trilogy, given its abrupt change in development direction; nonetheless, it's still a VERY worthwhile title, and a very apt inclusion into the Dark Souls story. Certain mechanics such as a gradual, incremental loss of HP bar per each death MAY seem daunting, but for a mediocre player like me it actually wasn't all that big a deal. You COULD jump into this one as a starting point, but you may as well just go for DS1. Does NOT include Patches (but has a Patches-like).

DARK SOULS 3 (2016) Systems: Playstation, Xbox, Windows, Steam DLC: purchaseable intact with special editions or purchased in online store (intact: The Fire Fades Edition)

Faster-paced in combat than the previous two titles, it serves as a decent starting point from Elden Ring, if only for the relative similarity in feel and mechanics. It also has just a bit more hand-holding that the previous two, though nothing to sand away the bulk of challenges. But as the final title in the trilogy, and intended in and of itself as a send-off, though, if story is your priority then you're best off starting with DS1. Contains Patches, the Unbreakable.

DEMON'S SOULS (2009/2020) Systems: Playstation Only DLC: no expansions, only items

Alright so I haven't played the remake, which also may very well be the most accessible to you unless you have a PS3 and the original discs. Nonetheless, Demon's Souls in and of itself was the predecessor to Dark Souls, and the beginning of the Soulsborne formula itself. It seems a bit simpler on the surface, but there's a lot of brutal charm here all the same, and unique lore you could still dig through for years. Contains Patches, the Hyena.

The remake is most easily available, and has a higher graphical fidelity if you're into that; nonetheless, there's been a lot of understandable qualms about the changes made in much of the art direction from the original, so if you want the true, ORIGINAL intentions in full... well, find yourself a letsplay or a PS3.

BLOODBORNE (2015) Systems: Playstation Only DLC: must be purchased intact in special editions or purchased in online store (intact: The Old Hunters)

Everyone's favorite. Bloodborne is a standalone Soulsborne that gave the genre that latter half of its name, and takes place in a horrific, Victorian-era England. Its primary focus is on offense over defense, and there's a bit less customization available in builds... nonetheless, the trick weapons are fun as all hell. It's got a unique, dreadful atmosphere unlike anything else, and a feel I've been craving to see again anywhere. Contains Patches, the Spider.

SEKIRO: SHADOWS DIE TWICE (2019) Systems: Playstation, Xbox, Windows, Steam, Stadia ?? DLC: no expansions, only items

While NOT a true Soulsborne, it's considered by many to be within the fringes of the formula. I personally still have yet to play this one, but the combat is apparently fast-paced, and primarily focused on deflections, with a story centered in fictionalized Sengoku Japan. It's been praised consistently and highly by many, but may have a bit of a learning curve. Does NOT include Patches, to my knowledge.

ARMORED CORE VI: FIRES OF RUBICON (2023) Systems: Playstation, Xbox, Windows, Steam DLC: none. yet?

.... Okay this one isn't a Soulsborne at all. It's actually the long-awaited revival of Fromsoft's Armored Core series, and it's a mech game. But do you like crazy customization in builds? Do you love Fromsoft's lore and stories, and want to see their unique writing in a fresh, yet still crazily strong take? Do you LOVE critiques of hypercapitalism and want to see it all burn? Please play AC6. Please. It was so fucking good. (Doesn't contain Patches, but he DID appear in AC4: For Answer)

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And that's that! If you feel I missed anything, or have any further questions, don't hesitate to add anything on or shoot me a message. Elden Ring has brought sooo many new people into the fold and there's so much more for you to discover!!! Don't ever be afraid to try out the rest, challenge yourself, and fall in love!! ദ്ദി(˵ •̀ ᴗ - ˵ ) ✧

[toyota-supra]

My Top 10 Favorite Games I Played In 2023

In chronological order. It's a long one.

Titanfall 2

I've been told to play this for years now, though for most of those I did not really know why, as it never seemed like my kind of game. But, ever since I started really getting into mecha sometime in 2022, I decided to finally give it a try. I'm very glad I did. Titanfall 2 is a criminally short First Person Shooter with a very fun mech/pilot dynamic, really good mechanics of movement and combat for both, and some of my favorite level design of any game I've played in a long while. The platforming is crazy good! The mechanics are tight as hell! The mech is awesome! I recommend Titanfall 2 for literally anyone reading this.

Mega Man Zero

The Zero series is the one that most called to me in the Mega Man franchise every time I looked these games over, and I was right in that judgement. While I couldn't say if I was going to appreciate most of the GBA era action platformer difficulty or not, it was clear from Zero's more agile movement and bite-sized missions with very memorization-heavy bosses that I would enjoy it. And I did enjoy it a lot! Most of the bosses kicked my ass but it was an absolute blast to finally learn their patterns enough to defeat them. The problem is, I went out of my way to not get any of the game's health upgrades or energy tanks, making the final boss so hard for me that after days and days of attempts I gave up. Not beating Mega Man Zero is probably my biggest regret of the year lmao

Fate/Stay Night

Honestly, what do I even say? You can see my Saber icon, right? Fate is a franchise I never bothered to get close to, knowing of its name only through vague images and names of more popular characters (not even from FGO, just in general), and from later on getting to know that Fate/Grand Order was the game it is I felt like it wasn't for me at all and who cares. So when I learned what the original VN was actually about I felt stupid. How could something so fitting to my tastes have gone under my radar for so long...? Despite not being much of a reader in general, F/SN is a very long game that feels like it's just as short as you need it to be. The prose flows so well, every single character is lovable in many ways, and there's so much passion written into them and the situations they're in that it's one of the most smooth-flowing VNs I've read (which granted are not many) even though it's around the high 6 digit wordcounts. I love this game dearly.

Stranger of Paradise - Final Fantasy Origin

I wanted to play this game since the first few trailers! How cruel was it that, not only did I not have a powerful enough machine at the time, but the game wasn't even on Steam until the year after release? Final Fantasy Origin is the game it presents itself to be. There's something about it that's so special to a certain kind of person (which I happen to be one of) and that falls flat for everyone else. The combat and its many Weapons, Jobs and Skills to use are just fantastic in how nice they feel, and I really do like the type of story Stranger tells. I haven't finished it yet, but I'm close to it. I like to describe Stranger of Paradise as everything good about PS2 and PS3 games in a modern title.

Pseudoregalia

An old feeling from a new friend. Pseudoregalia is everything I like in 3D Platforming, and a little bit of what I don't. If you've ever looked at a single gif or video of Super Mario 64 and thought, "this looks pretty fun to play," you should be playing Pseudoregalia. If you like goat ladies with big butts, I can't say I understand if that would sell you on a game or not, but it is a feature everyone mentions. I wrote on this game already, so please do check that out and get it. It's one of the three titles of this list that came out this year, and I have not heard enough people talk about it.

Armored Core VI - Fires of Rubicon

My favorite in this list, which is funny because I don't know what to say about it at all. Armored Core is a series I've been studying up on from the outside for a while, and the announcement for this title was my reason to finally dive in. Unfortunately, I did not get past playing the first mission of AC1 a few times and booting up AC3 once. But I will get to it eventually! Fires of Rubicon is one hell of an action game, that I adored for every single one of my (currently) 67 hours of play. Going through the campaign with builds a little too busted for the AI most of the time was my dishonorable focus of the experience, but there's a lot else to do for every kind of person. The amount of freedom you have for messing with your builds for either single or multiplayer is not to be underestimated. Though it could be better. Here's hoping there will be a game that is.

Midnight Club 3 DUB Edition Remix

I played this game as a kid so much that the main menu and its theme are scarred into my mind, yet this whole time I had no idea what the game was actually like due to the fact that most of my playtime was doing a few races and just cruising around. Once you dive into trying to finish the story, MC3 is a much different experience. One that frustrated me so much, I got actually ill from the stress. Please take breaks, gamers! Your health is more important than finishing an 18 year old game! Still, I did eventually do it. Midnight Club 3's handling model and gameplay structure are really impressive in comparison to the much more popular Need for Speed series, and I have to admit I did enjoy the game a lot. It's just a lot harder than it ever needed to be. I'll probably never forget this game, and that's not really a good or bad thing. Just, advice from me, if it gets too hard, maybe switch to sports bikes. Buy that Ducati.

Test Drive Unlimited

Another car game, but this one I have the least to say about of any on this list. I had played TDU on PS2 multiple times before and thought it was awesome. The atmosphere and immersion of this game are unrivaled by any racing game to this day. But playing the PC version with a steering wheel and pedals made everything so much more incredible. I played the Platinum mod, which adds hundreds more cars and fixes a lot of issues with the original game (but not all of them; the game was still really rough and I hate how much the resolution is a pain to change). Overall, one of my favorite experiences with a steering wheel controller so far. Otherwise, a pretty good game if you like driving.

Super Mario Sunshine

An old friend, and a new feeling. I don't play 3D platformers as much as I wish I did, because they're really not part of my main priorities looking for games lately, but every time I play a Mario game, it's like I found love again. It was not the first time I played Super Mario Sunshine, as I had collected a dozen or so Sprites years before, but playing the whole game in I think two weeks during the latter half of the year was such an incredible experience. Unless for some reason you play it on the Switch, Sunshine is a game that loves you as much as you love it. And you do love it, right? I know I do. I'd love to play this game many other times in the future. Granted, that applies to every game here, I just wanted to say it out loud for this one.

Lethal Company

A fairly recent release! Having played it with many groups of people by now, both modded and vanilla, I think Lethal Company is probably one of my favorite multiplayer experiences ever. It is scary and hilarious, but also just really really good, to a level that surprised me for my quality standards of co-op (horror) games. Lethal Company turns friends into improvised horror movie actors and it's incredible. I'm almost at 30 hours played and will likely get to 40 at minimum. It's also pretty cheap and likely runs well on all sorts of machines, so consider checking this one out too.

Honorable Mentions

Witch on the Holy Night and Story of Seasons - Friends of Mineral Town are games I am adoring and could definitely go on this list, hadn't I started them both quite late into December. Maybe next year I'll give them a shoutout!

[sonknuxadow]

okay you know what . list of sonic games that deserve to be re released more than sonic generations. and by re release i mean just a port with as little changes as possible not a remaster:

sonic storybook series, sonic advance trilogy, sonic rush - were all only ever released on one console and are inaccessible on current ones. sonic rush might be a bit harder to bring over because it was made to be played on 2 screens but im sure they could figure something out. anythign for the game that introduced one of the coolest sonic characters ever (blaze)

shadow the hedgehog - the third sonic movie will probably make interest in this game increase by a lot but in recent years its become kinda hard to access through official legal means due to it being an older game and people selling it for ridiculous prices. a re release wouldnt hurt. also i just need more people to actually play this game and see that its not bad instead of getting all their opinions from annoying youtubers

sonic unleashed - again. dont think this one needs to be remastered at all. i just think a switch version thats just the xbox/ps3 version but with the wii versions motion controls would be really fun. also people have been begging for a pc port of unleashed for years so theres that

honorable mention - sonic 06. this is one of the only sonic games that i truly would like to see a full on remaster of. which i know is probably a controversial statement but idgaf