Decker

Games. All games, even disc-based games have to be completely installed on the HDD prior to playing them this generation on both the PS4 and the XO. Since games like Diablo III can be 50 GB in size, it won't take long to fill the thing up

RichC2

Diablo III I think is 25gb -- the Euro version was pushing 50 due to international audio -- and while the games install, I'm glad most have fast mostly invisible installs (D3 and infamous especially)

Gooter

The games. Almost every physical game has an install size of anywhere from 15-40 GB. Digital games will be even more.

I haven't done the upgrade yet but will soon. I like that Seagate external drive someone else posted earlier... 2TB.

K&AJones

Pretty much what Decker said. I think everyone including in the XO camp realized when the 500gig drive was announced for both consoles along with potential 40-50 gig size games, it didn't take long to add it up that everyone will be needing additional space. I come from the old school of thinking where the HD tends to work better & smoother when it's around 80% or less capacity. I just hope Sony adds external HD support where we can at least move, store and retrieve data

HotThang

Awesome! Just ordered it from Amazon! Thanks for the quick responses! I guess I can wait a few more days to hook it up! lol

chess

I may reach a point where I want a bigger HD, but probably not any time soon.

I would suggest deleting the games and installs when you don't plan to play them again soon. If you have disk based games, you'll need the disks to play them even after installing them, so there's no harm there, and all of your digital content will have handy download buttons in your "Library" folder.

The added benefit of this strategy is that your apps bar won't get too ridiculously long.

Groucho

I figure that the factory HD will hold about 10 full-size games. I don't intend to play nearly that many games simultaneously, so when I get high on space I'll just delete the oldest/least-played game on there.

HotThang

Hmmm... It takes me a while to finish games but you are correct. Aside from racing games and games like Little Big Planet I'll probably just finish a game then remove it. I also like going back to old games after I finish them to find other achievements/trophies. Decisions, decisions!!! lol I'm also deciding on a second controller and the camera. So many things to think about! lol

Michael Corvin

I'm still holding out for the red controller that Europe got.

redbill

I wasnt sure if the question was legit, or if it was an extremely well crafted subtle shot at ps4 for not having any games.

Gooter

IMO the must have PS4 accessories are a controller charger station and an extra controller.

Corvin, the blue one is out and it looks great.

LorenzoL

The option of upgrading to at least a 1 TB HDD is a must IMHO when you purchase the PS4. I went this route as soon as I bought the system and the installation of the HDD and software was easy and painless.

I have yet to buy a controller charger. Is there one that is highly recommended? The extra controller is a given and a must.

Decker

Forget a controller charger. Just get a micro-USB cable and plug it into your PS4 and keep a second controller plugged into it. When your battery gets low, switch it out. Easy.

chess

Exactly. Worrying about HD space is so last gen.

This is exactly what I do, and based on everything I've read, it's actually better for the batteries to run them all the way down and then fully recharge them. I run a controller for about a half hour after I get the low battery message and then swap it out for the one on the cord.

The cord, as I've previously noted, is just a micro-USB from an old work Blackberry. For that matter, you could use the cord that was packed in, and just plug it into any 5V USB wall-plug you have laying around from old phones or kindles or whatever.

chuckd21

But batteries...

musick

all PS4 Guardians help us pick a clan name in the Destiny thread

http://forum.dvdtalk.com/video-game-...estiny-36.html

Gooter

I didn't think that was true for lithium based batteries? I mean all batteries suffer from memory loss over time but it's not like the old NiCads where you had to run them down before recharging. I think the main issue with the controller charger station is if it shuts off the charge when the battery is full. That may be an issue and I should research if the one I have does that or if the battery knows it is full and won't accept a charge.

I wish the PS4 had USB ports in the back too. I have the Gold Wireless headset dongle already plugged in 1 of the ports. I don't like cords hanging out the front either. This is why I like the charger station.

Michael Corvin

I'm with you. Cords are sooo two gens ago.

Michael Corvin

Cool. Not a fan of blue though...sports team thing. Red & black all the way. I'll wait.
What question?

Decker

Having your system visible to the public instead of being kept in a media closet is so last gen.

Michael Corvin

It doesn't have to be visible to not want wires coming out of it.

chess

Last gen called. They want their charging station back.

sven

I sit close enough to my TV that I usually just leave my PS3 controllers plugged in all the time. I hope it works the same way with the PS4.

chess

Dualshock 4 + Xbone sticks =

Best mod ever.

Michael Corvin

Now I just gotta try 'em out. The chrome sounded cool, but they're slick. Not sure about that. Fortunately I ordered a standard set in purple if they don't work out. They certainly look cool though.