Sacred Symbols, Episode 130: Our Favorite PlayStation Moments of 2020
Added 2020-12-25 17:01:03 +0000 UTCFor every last one of us, 2020 was an absolutely insane year. And, yes: We're all very, very worn down by it all and happy to wave it goodbye. But this unusual 365 day period also gave us a lot to be pleased with, particularly when it comes to the PlayStation brand we all know and love, a brand that we may owe an extra tip-of-the-cap to in an era dominated by a need for distraction. PS5 was properly revealed and released this year, and lots of awesome games, too, including PlayStation 4's wonderful swan songs. There were some long-awaited reckonings in our industry, some new devs emerged while others closed shop, and rivals have revved their engines, too. Let's cut through it all, see what's what, and make sense of 2020, if not from a grander perspective, then perhaps through a narrower one: Through the lens of the hobby we love.
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Blessed evening, CCD. I'm writing in while listening to Sacred Symbols 130, great job as always gents but I wanted to add onto something Chris brought up during your PS Vita discussion. The Metal Gear Solid Collection on PS Vita is one of the best ways to experience MGS2, 3 and I'll even add MGS1 in there too. The smaller screen size of the Vita coupled with the OLED display make the visuals pop and being able to play it anywhere seals the deal even if the games don't run quite as well as on 360/PS3. The correction is in that the PS Vita port of the MGS HD Collection was handled by a smaller company called Armature Studios. I'll always wonder why they weren't quite able to crack 60fps on MGS2, but with a nice Vita mod to overclock the processor you can get both games to run noticably better to sweeten the experience. Thanks for helping me get through my night shifts at Costco, here's hoping to bigger opportunity in 2021.
Matt Di Giacomo
2021-01-05 21:13:46 +0000 UTCIt could be. I can't remember anything.
Colin Moriarty
2021-01-05 21:04:17 +0000 UTCI mean, a PS5 and a high-end laptop are on separate value spectrums, but you do you!
Colin Moriarty
2021-01-05 21:04:09 +0000 UTCWell, to each his own!
Colin Moriarty
2021-01-05 21:03:53 +0000 UTCI didn't have the opportunity to avoid spoilers, in order to protect others from them!
Colin Moriarty
2021-01-05 21:02:41 +0000 UTCI have a memory of this as well, so I think you're right.
Giovanni D'Amico
2020-12-30 07:47:46 +0000 UTCColin expressing his appreciation for Chris's use of the word diegetic was a dejavu moment. Has this happened already in another episode or did my reality just glitch?
Nikitas Gagas
2020-12-29 21:57:49 +0000 UTCAs Colin mentioned, it’s not worth my time and effort required to purchase a PS5 right now. Instead of spending more on a scalped console, I decided to buy a high-end gaming laptop. I needed a new computer anyways, and Cyberpunk plays greats and looks beautiful on it. I look forward to getting a PS5 when they are available in stores, even if that takes a year.
Alex Gould
2020-12-29 16:58:10 +0000 UTCThe reason I don't like tlou 2 is because I feels tricked by the game previews trailers, this game is like different series compared to the first game. The characters are too different compared to tlou 1, joel suddenly become trusting (despite there's still bandit and cannibal in the world), ellie is loyal and funny in tlou 1 but become means and kind of a-holes in tlou 2, this world zombie become not dangerous anymore, fireflies changed from terrorist to great faction that want to save the world, if I know this before the game come out I won't buy this game at full price, maybe I'll wait until it's $20. I'm from asia and the game just doesn't sell compared to the first game in here, it's discounted 50%, the special edition isn't selling and already discounted 2-3 weeks after the game launch (usually it's the first version to sell out). It feels like tlou 2 is made by the people/writer that hate tlou 1 and it fans, it's not enough to bludgeon one of the fan favorite character to death, they character assassinate the others one too.
Anis
2020-12-29 03:13:56 +0000 UTCYeah, I only know about that early death but besides that I didn't know about anything else, I trust naughty dog to give me solid story and preorder the game on psn. But what I get is just misery porn, characters that acted way too weird compared to tlou 1, zombie that seems isn't that dangerous anymore, and confusing story about revenge, it seems according to the game it's okay to kill innocent people as long as it's not the one that kill your father figures.
Anis
2020-12-29 02:38:30 +0000 UTCI avoided all spoilers for TLOU2. If I saw any article or post relating to the game, I avoided it and the comments. The force awakens was spoiled for me and I refuse to let that happen again. That being said, I genuinely could not stand the game. It is beautiful and well acted, but I think a lot of people have confused good acting with good writing. The story was bad. The gameplay was ok. It’s a gorgeous game and I will always love the soundtrack, but the game itself is a solid 5/10 for me.
Hodge
2020-12-28 20:27:01 +0000 UTCThey were, but they were freaking out. I don't exactly blame them.
Colin Moriarty
2020-12-28 18:04:37 +0000 UTCThat's right.
Colin Moriarty
2020-12-28 18:04:21 +0000 UTCShut up, Evan.
Colin Moriarty
2020-12-28 18:04:15 +0000 UTCWe don't really know how many units have been sold. Sony hasn't said. Just vague statements, but no hard numbers. VERY unusual for a console apparently selling so well. I think they're obviously selling everything they can make, but I think numbers may have dropped off (in availability) from launch. We'll see.
Colin Moriarty
2020-12-28 18:04:09 +0000 UTCI don't think he said that.
Colin Moriarty
2020-12-28 18:03:36 +0000 UTCI agree on a lot with Chris about tlou 2. However, can I add one point to the hate? Sony was vastly overzealous with their DMCA strikes as well. I was affected by this as well my Twitter account was suspended for just sharing a meme and not even a spoiler. They hit a lot of YouTubers with strikes and kinda add more blind hate than what was needed. It made the annoying YouTubers even more annoying for a lot longer then needed tbh.
Adamthm
2020-12-28 15:42:40 +0000 UTCYou make Dustin drive to VA? Savage.
Jonathon H
2020-12-28 12:11:07 +0000 UTCAmong Us is not a flash game. It's made in Unity.
Evan Bederman
2020-12-28 06:40:19 +0000 UTCI disagree with you collin about the playstation 5 not needing to be released this year. The sheer fact that it has sold more units in an equivalent time span by quite a bit over the playstation 4 says it was time. Also the fact that it's a backwards compatible system makes it more like a PC. Its just an upgraded version of the playstation product. There's plenty of games to play on it because of this including upgraded versions of playstation 4 games. Consoles are leaning heavy into the PC space and people need to treat it more like upgrading your hardware over a brand new system
Wayde
2020-12-27 20:56:11 +0000 UTCIt just felt the resemblance (especially the Cyberpunk stuff) was VERY similar. Still, really great show. I appreciate when the show is more focused on the opinions of you guys and less the news. Can’t wait for the 4th!
Frank
2020-12-27 19:14:40 +0000 UTCI might be going nuts, but I remember a while back, Chris saying the MGS3 sucked to play on the Vita and that he'd rather play it on consoles. I even remember writing in about it, saying he was being silly. Looka like he changed his tune.
Jose Horrach
2020-12-27 18:57:29 +0000 UTCtoo intimidating for me and my backlog right now... lol
CyberRob
2020-12-27 18:45:06 +0000 UTCPeople can stumble upon the same or similar opinions; it happens constantly.
Colin Moriarty
2020-12-27 17:02:25 +0000 UTCI know my nephews are digging it.
Colin Moriarty
2020-12-27 17:02:03 +0000 UTCYes!
Colin Moriarty
2020-12-27 17:01:52 +0000 UTCGlad you enjoyed!
Colin Moriarty
2020-12-27 17:01:47 +0000 UTCLOL.
Colin Moriarty
2020-12-27 17:01:36 +0000 UTCHappy Holidays!
Colin Moriarty
2020-12-27 17:01:29 +0000 UTCThat was cool, for sure!
Colin Moriarty
2020-12-27 17:01:23 +0000 UTCI see.
Colin Moriarty
2020-12-27 17:01:14 +0000 UTCProbably something I should have remembered, but also maybe self-serving.
Colin Moriarty
2020-12-27 17:01:09 +0000 UTCI don't think so...?
Colin Moriarty
2020-12-27 17:00:52 +0000 UTCAwesome. So glad you're enjoying it!
Colin Moriarty
2020-12-27 17:00:47 +0000 UTCI'm almost done with the game now, and it's one of my favorites this year.
Colin Moriarty
2020-12-27 17:00:39 +0000 UTCThat was a big one! Long-rumored.
Colin Moriarty
2020-12-27 17:00:28 +0000 UTC<3
Colin Moriarty
2020-12-27 17:00:20 +0000 UTCShut it, David.
Colin Moriarty
2020-12-27 17:00:16 +0000 UTCLikewise.
Colin Moriarty
2020-12-27 17:00:10 +0000 UTCI'm way too OCD for that.
Colin Moriarty
2020-12-27 17:00:05 +0000 UTCIt's so obvious when Chris is just repeating stuff he saw on twitter. I am still early into the show, but his point about TGA being The Last of Us show was taken from a tweet. Then, his point about Cyberpunk being three different games is ripped straight from Skill Up's twitter. I generally agree with both ideas, but it's so obvious he's reading these tweets and relaying them almost word for word on the podcast.
Frank
2020-12-27 06:38:27 +0000 UTCChris is absolutely right about Crash 4! You guys gotta play it!
Jake Z
2020-12-27 04:07:57 +0000 UTCI'm pumped about Final Fantasy 16 also, Colin. It looks great! It's definitely giving me old Final Fantasy vibes...which is a great thing!
Miles Williams
2020-12-26 17:47:50 +0000 UTCChris really nailed why I would put Ghosts above open world games like HZD, Ubisoft games etc Great episode
Craig Mcguire
2020-12-26 16:50:16 +0000 UTC“Those guys know tech like I know fucking.” “Damn.” Dustin’s response sold it. 😂
NeO JD
2020-12-26 15:27:59 +0000 UTCWow, Interactive Buddy, I haven't thought about that game in more than a decade. Thanks for the blast from the past! Hope everyone with the CLS Family has a safe and happy holiday season
The Late Nate
2020-12-26 03:58:48 +0000 UTCMy favourite moment of the year was literally walking through my gaming history, collecting all of the artifacts and seeing all of the easter eggs in Astro's playroom. Merry Christmas bois!
Sumojoe118
2020-12-26 03:09:25 +0000 UTClmao at Naughty Dog continuing to be discussed like they are Jesus, beaten down by Gamers(tm), in Mel Gibson's Passion of the Christ.
Douglas Morreale
2020-12-26 00:17:07 +0000 UTCSurprised that there’s was technically no mention of twin breaker releasing this year as a favorite moment. Definitely one of mine for sure
Timothy Bryant
2020-12-25 22:53:33 +0000 UTCAre there any spoilers for TLOU2 in this episode?
Shawn Ryu
2020-12-25 22:22:29 +0000 UTCThanks for all the good times CLS. :D Been trophy hunting Twin Breaker and having a blast.
ur ppnballs
2020-12-25 21:41:49 +0000 UTCMy favorite by far had to be the first 3 chapters of FFVII R. Although I loved the game overall those opening hours tugged at my heartstrings and spoke to my nostalgia. From the title screen, the pan out to reveal Midgar, walking out of the train and looking up at the plate during the beginning of Chapter 3, and walking into Seventh Heaven. It had me in happy tears bawling. Merry Christmas my dudes
Alex Cabrera
2020-12-25 21:25:16 +0000 UTCMy favorite Playstation moment this year was the announcement of Demon's Souls remake. I don't have a PS5 to play it, but just the announcement alone was awesome! I'm a huge Souls fan and it's the only Souls game I haven't played. I'm excited to get a PS5 eventually so I can play it.
Miles Williams
2020-12-25 20:30:12 +0000 UTCTo whoever reads this: Merry Christmas to you and those you love. Wishing you all a wonderful holiday!
2020-12-25 17:14:02 +0000 UTCHate to be "that" guy Colin, but as 2020 was a leap year it was actually a 366 day period. Had to get one last pretentious douchebag comment in before the end :) Merry Christmas!
David D
2020-12-25 17:05:15 +0000 UTCMerry Christmas Colin and CLS.
Andrew Morgan
2020-12-25 17:05:00 +0000 UTCWow a Christmas day episode thanks. For the record, if you took a week break from publishing episodes over Christmas next year, thats all good.
Liam Fagan
2020-12-25 17:04:46 +0000 UTC
