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Xbox One: S $249 Now / X $499 November 7 2017
02-27-17, 02:18 PM
#7376
DVD Talk Legend
re: Xbox One: S $249 Now / X $499 November 7 2017
I have questions related to online play/chat. We got an Xbox One for Christmas, but just recently setup a trial of Live so my son (12) can play online with his friends. He doesn't have a gaming headset, so the only way for him to talk to who he is playing with is to call him and be on the phone while they play. If we get him a headset, will be able to only talk to people on his friend list or would it be opened up more than that?
I don't play (obviously), so any other pointers/recommendations are appreciated. The console also auto-signs in with my account. I assume I should set him up with a child account, and have that auto-sign in? Do I then do XBox Live for that account, or do I keep it under my account?
I don't play (obviously), so any other pointers/recommendations are appreciated. The console also auto-signs in with my account. I assume I should set him up with a child account, and have that auto-sign in? Do I then do XBox Live for that account, or do I keep it under my account?
Here's a guide on how to set up the parental controls with a new account for him. You can set it so that he can only voice/chat with people on his friends list.
https://www.howtogeek.com/255049/how...your-xbox-one/
You should probably also disable the auto-sign in of your account, so he doesn't bypass the restrictions, either accidentally or on purpose. If others in the house use the XB1, you may want to set them up with their own accounts too.
02-27-17, 03:00 PM
#7377
DVD Talk Platinum Edition
re: Xbox One: S $249 Now / X $499 November 7 2017
You'll want to set up a new account for him, then tie it to your main account and user parental controls on it. Keep Live Gold on your main account; as long as he logs into your home console, he'll have Gold access as well.
Here's a guide on how to set up the parental controls with a new account for him. You can set it so that he can only voice/chat with people on his friends list.
https://www.howtogeek.com/255049/how...your-xbox-one/
You should probably also disable the auto-sign in of your account, so he doesn't bypass the restrictions, either accidentally or on purpose. If others in the house use the XB1, you may want to set them up with their own accounts too.
Here's a guide on how to set up the parental controls with a new account for him. You can set it so that he can only voice/chat with people on his friends list.
https://www.howtogeek.com/255049/how...your-xbox-one/
You should probably also disable the auto-sign in of your account, so he doesn't bypass the restrictions, either accidentally or on purpose. If others in the house use the XB1, you may want to set them up with their own accounts too.
02-27-17, 03:35 PM
#7378
DVD Talk Legend
re: Xbox One: S $249 Now / X $499 November 7 2017
Also, good to start him on his own account now, so when he grows up and moves out he can take his account with him.
02-27-17, 03:45 PM
#7379
DVD Talk Platinum Edition
re: Xbox One: S $249 Now / X $499 November 7 2017
That sucks. I have no need for any of it. Ideally I'd turn the entire gamer tag over to him, but with parental controls.
02-27-17, 03:58 PM
#7380
DVD Talk Legend
re: Xbox One: S $249 Now / X $499 November 7 2017
First, did you buy any digital download games on your account? Because if you give him the account, the games will go with it.
02-27-17, 03:59 PM
#7381
DVD Talk Hall of Fame
re: Xbox One: S $249 Now / X $499 November 7 2017
It doesn't appear that he plays at all, so it shouldn't be an issue...
02-27-17, 04:09 PM
#7382
DVD Talk Platinum Edition
re: Xbox One: S $249 Now / X $499 November 7 2017
02-28-17, 07:05 AM
#7383
DVD Talk Platinum Edition
re: Xbox One: S $249 Now / X $499 November 7 2017
Could I simply change the email address associated with my current account/gamertag to his, then create a new account on the XBox for me and use that account to enable parental controls for the original account?
02-28-17, 07:09 AM
#7384
DVD Talk Legend
re: Xbox One: S $249 Now / X $499 November 7 2017
Yeah, that's what I was thinking. Also, once the Gold trial ends, subscribe to Gold using your new account. And remove any billing info from your old account.
02-28-17, 08:56 AM
#7385
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re: Xbox One: S $249 Now / X $499 November 7 2017
Xbox Game Pass: Unlimited Access to More Than 100 Games - $9.99/month
Interesting. It follows in the spirit of EA Access, but... more expensive... but with more titles. I wonder how many are previous "Games with Gold" titles.
I'm not sure I'd sign up, personally. I guess it depends on how many games I truly intend to play are actually on there; there's no list yet, just a mention of a few titles like Halo 5: Guardians, Payday 2, NBA 2K16 and SoulCalibur II.
Today, we’re continuing our commitment to give you more options to diversify and expand your library of games with Xbox Game Pass, a new gaming subscription service coming later this spring. Xbox Game Pass gives you unlimited access to over 100 Xbox One and backward compatible Xbox 360 games – all for $9.99 per month.
I'm not sure I'd sign up, personally. I guess it depends on how many games I truly intend to play are actually on there; there's no list yet, just a mention of a few titles like Halo 5: Guardians, Payday 2, NBA 2K16 and SoulCalibur II.
02-28-17, 09:38 AM
#7386
DVD Talk Godfather
re: Xbox One: S $249 Now / X $499 November 7 2017
That's kind of interesting, might be one of those things where it's worth it to sign up for a month or two just to knock out some games you haven't played.
02-28-17, 12:16 PM
#7388
re: Xbox One: S $249 Now / X $499 November 7 2017
You can see a couple more games now. Halo 5, Saints Row 4, Mad Max, NBA2K16, LEGO Batman, Mega Man Legacy, Terraria, Pay Day 2, GoW Remaster, Fable 3, Tekken Tag Tournament 2, and that's as far as I can make out.
02-28-17, 12:39 PM
#7389
DVD Talk Godfather
re: Xbox One: S $249 Now / X $499 November 7 2017
Despite the lack of new and original games making it to the Xbox platform, I think Microsoft is doing a pretty darn good job making the rest of their "ecosystem" enticing for owners. I think things like this, EA Access, and Backwards Compatibility are pretty damn nice ways to play and keeping players engaged.
I wonder if Sony is going to bother doing anything, or just keep pushing Playstation Now.
I wonder if Sony is going to bother doing anything, or just keep pushing Playstation Now.
02-28-17, 12:54 PM
#7390
re: Xbox One: S $249 Now / X $499 November 7 2017
Well, if anything, I would say MS is pretty much copying PS Now. The only difference is, this will include games from this gen whereas PS now is lacking PS4 games (as of now). But I could easily see that changing after this announcement. If they include some PS4 exclusives and modify their pricing structure, they would be right there with them.
But as far as backwards compatibility, I don't think that's ever going to happen. But I do have to say that cross-buy has been an excellent feature for PS4/PS3/Vita owners.
But as far as backwards compatibility, I don't think that's ever going to happen. But I do have to say that cross-buy has been an excellent feature for PS4/PS3/Vita owners.
02-28-17, 12:57 PM
#7391
DVD Talk Godfather & 2020 TOTY Winner
re: Xbox One: S $249 Now / X $499 November 7 2017
02-28-17, 01:11 PM
#7392
DVD Talk Godfather
re: Xbox One: S $249 Now / X $499 November 7 2017
Well, if anything, I would say MS is pretty much copying PS Now. The only difference is, this will include games from this gen whereas PS now is lacking PS4 games (as of now). But I could easily see that changing after this announcement. If they include some PS4 exclusives and modify their pricing structure, they would be right there with them.
But as far as backwards compatibility, I don't think that's ever going to happen. But I do have to say that cross-buy has been an excellent feature for PS4/PS3/Vita owners.
But as far as backwards compatibility, I don't think that's ever going to happen. But I do have to say that cross-buy has been an excellent feature for PS4/PS3/Vita owners.
02-28-17, 01:46 PM
#7393
DVD Talk Godfather & 2020 TOTY Winner
re: Xbox One: S $249 Now / X $499 November 7 2017
02-28-17, 02:10 PM
#7394
DVD Talk Godfather
re: Xbox One: S $249 Now / X $499 November 7 2017
Obviously everyone's experience will differ based on internet speeds, your network at home, and how susceptible the individual is to things like input lag and image quality. I'm sure PS Now is fine depending on the person and the type of game.
But I'd take downloading games without question over streaming them, given the choice. Worrying about hard drive size limitations doesn't even enter my mind anymore after buying an external drive for my Xbox One.
02-28-17, 02:23 PM
#7395
DVD Talk Hero
re: Xbox One: S $249 Now / X $499 November 7 2017
Yeah, I prefer streaming as well, but this is still better than nothing. Plus it'll be better for multiplayer aspects (which I admitingly use infrequently)
02-28-17, 02:49 PM
#7396
DVD Talk Godfather
re: Xbox One: S $249 Now / X $499 November 7 2017
Huh, genuinely surprised you guys would prefer streaming. I figured at a time where people seemed so upset about games not even hitting 1080p and wanting optimal frame rate, people wouldn't want to sacrifice that for the convenience.
Between the two and if they were priced equally, I'd take the option to download/install a full game over streaming it every time except for maybe some really slow paced puzzle titles or something.
Between the two and if they were priced equally, I'd take the option to download/install a full game over streaming it every time except for maybe some really slow paced puzzle titles or something.
02-28-17, 03:52 PM
#7398
Moderator
re: Xbox One: S $249 Now / X $499 November 7 2017
Hopefully there will be an annual membership that brings the price down to $4-$5 a month.
02-28-17, 03:57 PM
#7399
re: Xbox One: S $249 Now / X $499 November 7 2017
Huh, genuinely surprised you guys would prefer streaming. I figured at a time where people seemed so upset about games not even hitting 1080p and wanting optimal frame rate, people wouldn't want to sacrifice that for the convenience.
Between the two and if they were priced equally, I'd take the option to download/install a full game over streaming it every time except for maybe some really slow paced puzzle titles or something.
Between the two and if they were priced equally, I'd take the option to download/install a full game over streaming it every time except for maybe some really slow paced puzzle titles or something.
And I haven't really heard of any issues about PS Now other than the pricing structure sucks. It sounds like the streaming actually works pretty good, but I guess that could vary a bit depending on the connection, just like anything else.
02-28-17, 04:20 PM
#7400
DVD Talk Legend
re: Xbox One: S $249 Now / X $499 November 7 2017
The nice thing about streaming is that it's instant. If I just want to check something out, I would rather be able to jump right in instead of waiting an hour or more for it to download. It would be cool if they gave you the option of both, but I don't see that happening.
http://www.windowscentral.com/playst...actually-works
What has been troubling, and would put a serious doubt on spending my own money on a subscription, is the reliability. There's long been a running joke about how many time Xbox Live goes down, but those people can't have ever used PlayStation Network.
Signing up was a nightmare because there was a problem with it. Trying to finish this and another article on the service was a nightmare because there was a problem with the service. Opening a game to play seems to require at least two attempts because the first time the "game is not available at the moment."
And while playing Ratchet and Clank the whole thing just green screened. It was still in-game because the audio was there, but the whole thing just threw its toys out of the pram and sat there glowing at me. Laughing.
PlayStation Now isn't a cheap subscription service. That this happens on a daily basis is enough to make me walk away.
Signing up was a nightmare because there was a problem with it. Trying to finish this and another article on the service was a nightmare because there was a problem with the service. Opening a game to play seems to require at least two attempts because the first time the "game is not available at the moment."
And while playing Ratchet and Clank the whole thing just green screened. It was still in-game because the audio was there, but the whole thing just threw its toys out of the pram and sat there glowing at me. Laughing.
PlayStation Now isn't a cheap subscription service. That this happens on a daily basis is enough to make me walk away.
https://www.gamefaqs.com/boards/6910...ion-4/72167963
There looks to be a fair amount of connection issues and lost saves according to the support forum:
http://community.us.playstation.com/...Now/bd-p/PSNow