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What Kind of UI Would You Like on PS4 / Xbox 720?

MasonicGamer.com - There’s been a lot of news recently about the next generation of consoles. Much of this revolves around hardware – chips and specs – but there hasn’t been a lot of mention about the software. Sure, we’ve heard rumours about games, but not much about the user interfaces that will feature in the next PlayStation and Xbox. Since our consoles have so many features, being able to easily and quickly navigate around is an important aspect.

Our current generation of consoles is really the first to need such a deep interface. Up until this point, consoles had only a few options for settings and memory management. There was no storefront to visit, friends lists to peruse, internet browsers, or streaming video services, so there was no need for a complex user interface. These days, our consoles have so many features that our current UIs aren’t really cutting it anymore.

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Gimmemorebubblez4089d ago

Maybe Linux-Andndoid hybrid OS for PS4
W8 kernel for 720?

As long as the OS is fast smooth and responsive I'd be happy.

Nitrowolf24088d ago

Yea that's pretty much what I want, and also something that isn't going to fill the whole screen up. it's the reason why I love the XMB so much because it's a simple navigational bar with horizontal and vertical access. It's just simple and easy to understand from the get go.

kneon4088d ago

I agree on the XMB and I'd prefer if they just kept it. It's fast and easy to navigate to where I want without a lot of extra crap in the way.

SilentNegotiator4088d ago (Edited 4088d ago )

I really don't understand what issue people take to the XMB. I don't understand why a pile of boxes and ad boxes (Metro and about a dozen big UIs, including the PS store, trying to parrot Metro) would be preferred by anyone over a simple left-right category, up-down items interface.

I loved the original 360 interface over anything I've seen this gen. Simple but manageably occupying (lots of items displayed in the up-down direction, but not too small or big).

soultecc4088d ago

i would like the option to turn off all the bulls**t ads

soultecc4088d ago

i had one but then i built a pc and now im just waiting for the ps4

1Victor4088d ago (Edited 4088d ago )

does it really matter what U.I they get we'll have to use whatever they put in there no matter how good or bad it is.Anyways let the online complains/petitions begin

Reverent4088d ago (Edited 4088d ago )

It soooooo does matter actually. If the UI is flashy but inaccessible, then that will kill it. If it's functional as hell but laggy beyond reason, that will kill it... And anything in between.

Personally, I think Microsoft needs to just give up the stupid "flat" solid color theme for their Window's 8 styled theme that they brought over to Xbox Live. It just looks terrible. The original few Xbox UI designs were perfectly fine.

As for Sony, I don't mean to sound biased, but I really don't have much of a problem with their current UI design as it stands. However, I do feel like it could be faster to navigate. Things just seem to load up a little too slow. I know the Xbox has the same issues, but considering how much more empty the PS3 interface is, you'd think it would be quicker.

Personally, I hope Sony goes with Gaikai's UI design for the PS4. It's that glossy blue, holographic/futuristic style. That's just me though (I'm a tech-junkie).

BitbyDeath4088d ago

Something simple yet purrty.

Funky_Homosapien4088d ago (Edited 4088d ago )

Ill take anything that doesnt look like the current XMB... Oh and xbox dashboard is sweet!

Karpetburnz4088d ago

The Xbox Dashboard looks nice and all, but the XMB is a lot easier to navigate and its way faster.

hopefully Sony creates a UI thats both good to look at and fast to navigate.

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Yoko Taro Passes Respect; Says Stellar Blade Is "Much Better" Than Nier: Automata

Stellar Blade's creative director, Hyung Tae Kim, has also claimed that the game is deeply inspired by Nier: Automata.

shadowhaxor6h ago

I feel like Yoko is downgrading Automata because he has expressed multiple times he'd like to revisit the universe, but Squenix hasn't been keen about it. We know he loves 2B and would love to take her out for another spin, so maybe this is how he gets the company to think about it.

gold_drake5h ago

u do realise that Square made Nier a franchise after Automata right?

Taro is downplaying it cause hes not a snob like most of the directors that think their games are gods gifts to the human race.

he said the same thing when being interviewed during the development of Automata too, that he couldnt have done it without the devs.

hes just a humble guy rly.

shadowhaxor4h ago

I mean, Neir existed before Automata with both OG Niers and Drakenguard. I don't count NieR Replicant, since it's a remake of the OG games. Sure, we have Reincarnation, which is still stuck on mobile devices (quite a damned shame). I just remember Taro saying he'd love to revisit Automata if Square Enix lets him. I do recall there was supposed to be a sequel to Automata, but it wasn't confirmed and I'd imagine it was just for Reincarnation.

Enjoy Taro, he seems like a cool guy, who loves the ladies and is humble. But damn, don't put down one of your masterpieces.

Cacabunga3m ago(Edited 3m ago)

I really liked Automata and cannot wait for Stellar Blade

isarai52m ago

I get he's giving them some credit, but i strongly disagree based on the demo. I honestly don't think any aspect of it feels good, it's not bad, it's just kinda ok but definitely a little jank. Also the souls like formula it is adopting does not help it imo. I was looking forward to this for years, now im just kinda let down honestly 🫤

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Stunt Paradise Review -- Gamerhub UK

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Dragon Ball FighterZ's Rollback Update Was Too Little Too Late

Daniyal from eXputer: "Dragon Ball FighterZ was so close to a revival but ineffective communication and a dubious launch of an anticipated update botched that hope."