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Elite: Dangerous PS4 launch date announced: June 27th
- Thread starter Anton Sugar
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The Lamonster
Member
Can't wait for the DF comparisons, especially on Pro. This game is incredible on PC.
Hopefully this isn't considered port begging, but I'd totally double-dip if this supported PSVR in the future.
Hopefully this isn't considered port begging, but I'd totally double-dip if this supported PSVR in the future.
Anton Sugar
Member
While the PS4 version doesn't share the same account as PC (X1 is the same way, FWIW), it does take place in the same "universe". The background simulation, factions, faction/system influence, etc. are all shared across all three platforms.
They haven't strictly ruled out cross-account and cross-play, but it's not happening currently.
They haven't strictly ruled out cross-account and cross-play, but it's not happening currently.
HighResTomato
Member
If this has PSVR support it's gonna be an instant PSVR buy and double dip for Elite. Had loads of fun with it on Xb1.
Rellik
Member
Do we know what the Pro features are yet?
zephervack
Member
No mention yet but hopefully it's coming later
xKilltheMx
Member
So no VR Confirmed? Ugh lame
Thread is about PS4 so it's not port begging.
Michael Armbrust
Member
It's still geting major updates but they plan to keep those going for years.
Current game is pretty great if you're a space fan and don't mind grinding.
Peroroncino
Member
Yeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees, finally!
Jumping in day one.
VR support would naturally prompt me to buy PSVR, but I don't see this happening on base PS4 and I doubt Sony would allow them to make it Pro-only.
Jumping in day one.
VR support would naturally prompt me to buy PSVR, but I don't see this happening on base PS4 and I doubt Sony would allow them to make it Pro-only.
Zombie James
Banned
Finally, been waiting for this announcement for a while. Any word on what the "Legendary Edition" includes?
Mr.Marston
Member
Finally. Been waiting for a port.
Grindlefly
Member
Yes!! Now please just confirm vr support and im set for the year. Just pre ordered. £39.99 was a pleasant surprise
Anton Sugar
Member
There was no way PS4 was getting VR support. Elite is pretty well optimizing but it's still pretty demanding in its own ways.
Hope for a PS4 Pro patch down the line.
As someone mentioned, they basically have a 10 year gameplan, or at least that's what they say. It's really a matter of jumping in when you feel it's worth it.
I made this scientific chart a few months ago:
Lots of players get burnt out after the first 100 hours or so. The light blue line is the happy path, where if you are just in love with the core gameplay mechanics (the flight/combat model IS fantastic), you'll continue to be happy playing. It's a game that I come back to a few times a quarter to see what is new.
You'll see plenty of complaints in the OT, but it should be noted we've all pretty much played for hundreds of hours at this point. The early game is fantastic, but the end game becomes more of a repetitive grind with the only "endgame" being able to purchase larger and better ships.
No one doubts that more content is coming, and regularly--we just have real concerns about the direction of the game and if it's going to continue being "a mile wide, an inch deep".
I still recommend it. It's still one of my favorite games of this gen. It's just extremely frustrating sometimes--lots of it boils down to "do the devs even play their own game?"
Hope for a PS4 Pro patch down the line.
As someone mentioned, they basically have a 10 year gameplan, or at least that's what they say. It's really a matter of jumping in when you feel it's worth it.
I made this scientific chart a few months ago:
Lots of players get burnt out after the first 100 hours or so. The light blue line is the happy path, where if you are just in love with the core gameplay mechanics (the flight/combat model IS fantastic), you'll continue to be happy playing. It's a game that I come back to a few times a quarter to see what is new.
You'll see plenty of complaints in the OT, but it should be noted we've all pretty much played for hundreds of hours at this point. The early game is fantastic, but the end game becomes more of a repetitive grind with the only "endgame" being able to purchase larger and better ships.
No one doubts that more content is coming, and regularly--we just have real concerns about the direction of the game and if it's going to continue being "a mile wide, an inch deep".
I still recommend it. It's still one of my favorite games of this gen. It's just extremely frustrating sometimes--lots of it boils down to "do the devs even play their own game?"
ImBarryScott
Member
Yeah, not getting it without PSVR support. I already have it on PC but VR would definitely make me double dip.
Nice, been waiting for this.
Base game is £19.99 with the Commander Deluxe Edition priced at £39.99 (UK)
If this ever gets PSVR support I may never buy another game... my hopes aren't high though.
Base game is £19.99 with the Commander Deluxe Edition priced at £39.99 (UK)
If this ever gets PSVR support I may never buy another game... my hopes aren't high though.
Peroroncino
Member
This also interests me, I wonder if there will be any tangible bonuses or just digital stuff.
The Lamonster
Member
I've always considered Elite Dangerous to be the NMS we thought we were getting.
So the base game comes w/o the addons?
I'll probably double-dip, playing this with a controller on the big screen is what I wanted for a long time. I hope they've worked out a good control scheme.
JP
Member
Elite Dangerous on PlayStation®4 FAQ - Frontier Support
For people who already own this on other platforms, is the deluxe version really worth an extra £20?
For people who already own this on other platforms, is the deluxe version really worth an extra £20?
FIREKNIGHT2029
Member
No VR no buy.
I already own it on PC and I'm only gonna buy it PS4 version gets VR since I own a PSVR. I've played it on my PC using my PSVR a few times and while it's nice I would have liked some native PSVR support.
I already own it on PC and I'm only gonna buy it PS4 version gets VR since I own a PSVR. I've played it on my PC using my PSVR a few times and while it's nice I would have liked some native PSVR support.
Yup just base game only (Season 1) for £19.99.
thanks.
interesting - please, please make it happen.
Anton Sugar
Member
Irishonion
Member
Finally! Been wanting to try this game out.
Kabuki Quantum Lover
Member
Very interested to see any possible PS4 Pro improvements for this game. My B6 demands good space action.
FIREKNIGHT2029
Member
Now that I'm thinking about it again, I might buy it again just to play with console buddies. $20 is quite a steal for this game.
Dreams-Visions
Member
Great experience with things to do to last you at least a few hundred hours. Enjoy guys.
Trogdor1123
Gold Member
Same here. I really want this game, especially in VR on my pro
Snowybreak
Member
Ooh... I was just thinking about this game. Don't have a PC or Xbone to play it, so I'm happy it's coming to PS4.
Anton Sugar
Member
Currently, it's more "create your own fun". Combat has the most depth, by far. Lots of different ways to play and different conflicts to participate in. It's also one of the best ways to make money, outside of exploits or high-volume trading/smuggling.
There are regular community goals that give more structure to what is possible in the universe (i.e., in a combat CG, you can sign up for either side, and whichever side wins, can gain influence in a system, alter the galactic storyline, etc.) as well as missions, but no over-arching paths, yet. They want to add full career progression in the military, navy, etc.
The game really has three core mechanics: combat, trading, exploration. Most everything else are facets or variations of these three (i.e., there is mining, but that's essentially trading, an exchange of goods for money; for exploration, you can also explore planets, collect resources, etc., but again, you're mostly just flipping those resources for money, except for materials, which are used to engineer/craft better ship modules).
Piracy is definitely an area that needs to be built up. It's a little too risky right now, with arguably too little reward. You can align yourself with a power and earn credits with them by raiding another faction's traders, but otherwise, yeah, you go out and be a douche pirate all by yourself.
Peroroncino
Member
Mostly the latter, though you can take up some missions like smuggling, assassinations etc.
But this isn't a story driven game.
It's been complete and out of and kind of Early Access for a few years now...
It just still gets regular updates.
miller.skippins
Banned
Is still game overly complicated for a filthy casual like me?
You and me both!
Dreams-Visions
Member
It has a very real learning curve. It's worth it, however. Best space sim flight mechanics and feel on the market by FAR.
Elite Dangerous is one of those "come to Jesus" moments in VR. For me it is *the* daily reason to own a Vive (and Rift). I do hope it launches as PSVR compatible for at least the Pro. It is amaze.
Anton Sugar
Member
It's something they want, but is complicated. For one, the lack of agreement between MS and Sony for crossplay.
Otherwise, I think it's likely a matter of resources. They haven't shut it out completely.
I wouldn't be surprised in shared accounts (i.e., play on PC, hop off, and resume playing the same account on Xbox) comes before or instead of that. I would love crossplay, though. It's all speculation at this point, TBH.
Haha, well, the game hasn't gotten any simpler
But there are more quality-of-life improvements. Not sure when you last played, but there are really good, voice-acted tutorial missions now that should help, too.