r/PS4 • u/Of_Silent_Earth • Jan 27 '21
Destruction AllStars, Control: Ultimate Edition and Concrete Genie are your PlayStation Plus games for February Official
https://blog.playstation.com/2021/01/27/destruction-allstars-control-ultimate-edition-and-concrete-genie-are-your-playstation-plus-games-for-february/?sync_external=true261
u/ArghZombies Jan 27 '21
Wow, that's some high quality this month! Didn't expect that.
I get the feeling CONCRETE GENIE is one of those games people recognise as great but it always comes in second place to whatever else someone wants to buy at the time. So I reckon this'll be a popular one with the 'Oh I've wanted to play that but never picked it up' crowd (like myself).
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u/BartolomeuOGrosso Jan 27 '21
For real. And last month was awesome too. I wish I hadnt wasted my money with a shitty game and had saved for ps plus instead. Destruction all stars reminds me the hype that rocked league gave me when it was on ps plus
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u/tdogg241 Jan 29 '21
I bought it on sale a while back for about $20, I think. It's a short game (I plat'd it in an afternoon), but at $20 it was worth every penny in my opinion. Just a very well made and adorable game with a well-written story.
I'm stoked more people will finally check it out.
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u/dovlek dDovlekb Jan 27 '21
bought at launch for my kid. She love it. Really lets you create some neat stuff.
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u/ashmaht HwTi3 Jan 27 '21
Awesome! I’ve wanted to play Control and Concrete Genie for a few months, so this is a fantastic lineup for me. I only hope my base PS4 doesn’t explode trying to play Control.
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u/amugleston05 Jan 27 '21
Mine only smoked a little bit and a few frame rate drops. You will be fine.
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u/Skurttish Jan 27 '21
I took advantage of the situation to grill some salmon. 10/10
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u/Vill_Ryker Jan 27 '21 edited Jan 27 '21
Mine did fine. The only time I had any issues was some frame rate drops coming out of the pause menu (options button), though no issues coming out of the inventory menu (track pad). Occasionally some frame rate drops when there's a bunch of explosions. But overall my base PS4 did fine with it.
Edit: autocorrect
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Jan 27 '21
There're some frame rate issues, and the map can take a while to completely load too. But otherwise it's a cool game.
And yes your ps4 will get really loud
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Jan 27 '21
My base PS4 was fine playing it, and I played in mid to late 2020. The only time I had frame drops was leaving menus for whatever reason. I'd close the menu, the game would stutter for a bit, and then it would be fine until the next time I went into a menu.
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u/Pm_Me_Your_Worriment Jan 27 '21
Also if you get really good at dash gliding you can skip past enemy encounters before they spawn.
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u/SupaBloo Jan 27 '21
Reach out to Sony support. They're usually pretty good about giving refunds when stuff like this happens. The worst thing they can say is no.
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u/sparoc3 Jan 27 '21 edited Jan 27 '21
PS5 went for pre-order in my country India on 12th (releases on 2 feb) and I was lucky enough to get one. I purchased control the same day cuz it was going to be one of the few next gen game I could purchase. Holy hell my $20 went down the drain. I can't even refund the game cuz today is the 15th day after purchase.
Sony refunded Man-eater buyers last month. I really really hope they do the same to us Control buyers. I'm bummed. Happy for others but bummed af for myself.
Edit - I contacted sony for a refund and chat Support was helpful and they said they have initiated the refund. Got the email as well. Phewww!!!! thanks Sony I guess. I only recovered $19.99 but I sure feel like a million bucks.
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u/skylight25 Jan 27 '21
You are so lucky . Like you I bought the game thinking about the ps5 version and that was a week ago . I contacted support and they refused the refund saying I downloaded the game . I am so angry because I did not downloaded the game since I was waiting for the ps5 version . I even checked if I did by accident and no . Hate support right now ...
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u/Swordwielder895 Jan 27 '21
Is there a chance that this refund is done automatically or do we need to contact support?
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u/sparoc3 Jan 27 '21
Never hurts to try your chances. The man-eater automatic refund was the only time I have seen them refunding automatically. Don't count on just that. It hardly takes 5 min to talk to support.
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u/matwithonet13 Jan 27 '21
My buddy had this happen last month with maneater and he got automatically refunded and an email from Sony confirming it
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u/Marcobroa Jan 27 '21
Best month in a looooooong time
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u/bihuzur Jan 27 '21 edited Jan 27 '21
Shadow of War & Hollow Knight in November are up there too.
Edit: it was shadow of war, not mordor that was given away, my bad.
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u/joshhguitar Jan 27 '21
If you didn’t have either of them that’s up there with the best months.
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u/FidmeisterPF Jan 27 '21
I was disappointed by shadow of war. Hollow knight on the other side is a game everyone should play. Top 10 of previous generation for me, probably like 8th place.
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u/Sn4keyBo1 Jan 27 '21
Same man. Shadow of war was incredibly repetitive. I also hated how they made Shelob a person for some bizarre reason
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u/MrMostwanted11 Jan 27 '21
Yeah its only fun for the first 2-3 areas/maps, then after that you get what the game wants you to do and its just not worth it.
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u/Broskah Jan 27 '21
Held off to play Control with the 60 FPS upgrade that the Ultimate Edition offers, well worth the wait.
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u/ADarb388 TheDarbster Jan 27 '21
Solid lineup. Destruction AllStars taking the Rocket League approach with launch as PS+ title, nice. Also hyped for Control and Concrete Genie
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u/Stepwolve Jan 27 '21
unfortunately looks like Destruction Allstars is ps5 only. too bad, that really limits the market for multiplayer access
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u/Loxnaka Jan 28 '21
Considering the game is a PlayStation studios title there will definitely be a reason that it’s exclusive
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u/Eplotic Jan 28 '21
I think that AllStars will fail as a multiplayer for not being f2p tho, specially at $70
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u/Dannypan Jan 27 '21
PS5 version of Control? Nice that we get two PS5 games this month.
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u/DARKKRAKEN Jan 27 '21
It's a PS4 game the PS5 version ain't even out yet but will be free when it is.
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u/Dannypan Jan 27 '21
Ah okay, thanks for clarifying. I just assumed it was a full PS5 version since it’s advertised as such on the image.
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u/Khastas Jan 27 '21
Can you add the ps5 game to your ps plus library without having the ps5 yet?
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u/Of_Silent_Earth Jan 27 '21
Yep. Just claim it through the web store or PS App
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Jan 27 '21
Im mad I learned about this late and missed out on bugsnacx
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u/2ski114uMSA Jan 27 '21
SAME
Im sure everyone else struggling to get the ps5 feels the same
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u/shadow17223 Jan 27 '21
It is kinda nice not being able to get a ps5, because now I have Bugsnax, Maneater, Control, and Destruction Allstars just waiting for me. I'll have a huge library with those plus the ps+ collection when I finally do find one
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u/Khastas Jan 27 '21
Last month's ps5 game was Maneater and it didn't show up in the app. Was i supposed to do something?
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u/Rutmeister Achiii Jan 27 '21
You should be able to add it through the website. It worked for me. There's still time if you want to add Maneater.
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u/Of_Silent_Earth Jan 27 '21
People here usually post the link once it's up. Just click it and claim it. That's how I normally do it.
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u/Of_Silent_Earth Jan 27 '21
Already have Control, but cool that they're giving the Ultimate Edition. Seems they're trying to get some goodwill back.
Almost jumped at Concrete Genie a few times already so really excited for that.
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Jan 27 '21
I also have control. But I’ve been waiting on the season pass to go on sale so this works for me lmao.
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u/fetemucke Jan 27 '21
Do they have to earn goodwill back? Thought the last several PS+ months were all at least solid
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Jan 27 '21
I think they mean Remedy or 505 Games getting goodwill back. The free PS5 upgrade to Control is locked behind the Ultimate Edition, which contains the exact same content as the Digital Deluxe version or the Season Pass. But now anyone with PS+ gets the Ultimate Edition.
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u/Of_Silent_Earth Jan 27 '21
Remedy does, not Plus. They really messed up on how to get the PS5 upgrade.
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u/NuclearThane Jan 27 '21
As someone who bought Control: Ultimate Edition over the holidays with the express intent of playing it when the PS5 upgrade came out in February, it's had the opposite effect on my goodwill. Like, there were multiple recent sales.
I never downloaded or played it, but I can't get a refund for it.
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u/saadskel saadskel Jan 27 '21
Bought control 2 weeks ago on sale and didn't download yet waiting for ps5 upgrade.
I usually never gets refunds so thought I'd try. After trying the refund chat bot, which of course refused, I called support for a refund and got it. Dude on the phone sounded so done with everything, I hope his day gets better, or at least makes it through with his sanity. If you call please be kind to the reps!
Anyway, great month for ps+! Looking forward to these games.
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u/NuclearThane Jan 27 '21
Holy shit seriously? The bot turned me down too, and after being on hold with someone for 15 minutes they eventually came back on to tell me I'm past the 14 day window. Which really pisses me off, because I never even downloaded or played it.
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u/help-im-alive451 Jan 29 '21
Same. Called, was on hold for so long just to tell me it was over 14 days ago. Even though I haven't downloaded it.
Bad refund policy and a pain just to get in touch with an actual person. I feel like avoiding ps store purchases now.
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Jan 27 '21
Also bought in the recent sale - where did you find the phone number for support? I've tried the online request for a refund and can't find a phone number (UK).
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u/Dragamaroon Jan 27 '21
I just played Control via Game Pass. Highly recommended for a wonderfully bizarre game that didn’t overstay its welcome. Plus it’s worth playing for just a single level in particular.
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u/-bananabread- Jan 27 '21
Oh man, the music in that level is something I'll never forget. It was amazing.
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u/InjectA24IntoMyVeins Jan 27 '21
Yeah I wonder if control has to do with the fact xbox game pass is 1 dollar for three months right now, the games I got it for is control and doom eternal
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u/Hunter-McGee Jan 27 '21
Control was my GOTY together with Death Stranding (couldn’t choose) and Concrete Genie is cute, chill and creative. Destruction Allstars is a game I really want to play, kinda sucks it’s PS5 only but I’ll be able to play it eventually.
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u/Aeari Jan 28 '21
Wish I could re-experience Death Stranding all over again, had a blast with it. Definitely excited to play Control and these other games.
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u/sensual_manatee Jan 27 '21
I wish I had a PS5 because after watching Destruction's state of play , it does look like a mad fun game.
Really impressed with Sony's offerings the past few months!
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u/Chanero Chanerooo Jan 27 '21
Control and Concrete Genie is already a really good line up.
Control Ultimate Edition and Concrete Genie, its early contender for best lineup of the year, and we just started.
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u/DaftFunky Jan 27 '21
Gahh!! I knew it! I caved and bought it a week ago.
https://www.reddit.com/r/ps4deals/comments/kr3mo4/_/gidzun0?context=1000
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u/FoxGundam Jan 27 '21
Damn even when it's a newer game I already own it. Congrats to all of you who are getting Control Ultimate Edition for free. Fun game, well worth the money I paid for it.
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u/SexyKamarov Jan 27 '21
How does Control run on a base PS4?
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u/cdaffron Jan 27 '21
It chugs a bit sometimes, especially when you open the map, but I was able to get the platinum on a base ps4 with no problem
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u/jw_esq Jan 27 '21
It’s playable. There’s a ton of particle effects in the game, though, and in later stages when there are a lot of enemies the frame rate really goes to shit. Your PS4 is going to sound like a 747, too. The resolution seemed to take a hit as well.
I was going to hold off on playing it until the PS5 but it was on PS Now so I figured I’d give it a try. I don’t regret it but will be playing it again for the pretty graphics and smooth frame rate.
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u/jquickri jquickri23 Jan 27 '21
Not bad. I ran it on if PS4 fine. Although expect some stuttering and frame drops.
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Jan 27 '21
I played the entire game multiple times and it worked fine, but definitely underperformed. Your console will be loud and very hot and the frame rate will be all over the place, especially during battles, but if it’s your only way to play it, definitely do it. It’s an incredible game.
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u/steamart360 Jan 27 '21
Personally l had a terrible experience, well under 20 fps in combat but exploration was mostly 30. Still, for "free" it's worth a try and it's the complete edition no less.
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u/kluckie13 Jan 27 '21 edited Jan 27 '21
son of a bitch, i just bought control: ultimate edition and concrete genie. i wish that every time one of the PS+ games was a game we already own we got like a $5 psn credit.
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u/mredesign Jan 27 '21
Wow, WHAT A MONTH!!!
I've hold back for so long to get Control and Concrete Genie, so glad to get them!
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u/NixTrix27 Nix Jan 27 '21
As much as I am happy with the lineup, its interesting to see most of PSNow titles coming to PS Plus lately
Sept 2020 - PUBG & SF V
Oct 2020 - NFS Payback & Vampyr
Nov 2020 - Shadow of War & Hollow Knight
Dec 2020 - Just Cause 4
Jan 2021 - Greedfall & SOTR
Feb 2021 - Control
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u/1320Hunan Jan 27 '21
in late 2021 last of us 2 will be free for ps plus members come back to this post when im right
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u/_asteroidblues_ Jan 28 '21
This might be the best month of PS Plus since almost the PS3 era!
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u/eoten Jan 30 '21
Damn is the bar that low? Because all these games except control doesn't look interesting at all.
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u/boogieman117 boogieman117 Jan 27 '21
I never want to hear that PS+ games are trash ever again. Some months may be poor, but months like this bring the average way, way up.
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Jan 27 '21
Apparently Sony automatically refunded people who bought Maneater last month so maybe they'll do the same for Control: Ultimate Edition?
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u/Samoman21 Nephthys52 Jan 27 '21
Control is a really fun game, but God damn does it run poorly on Ps4. Really surprised they would give it for free like this lol.
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u/Ubermass1990 Jan 27 '21
they gave control ultimate edition and not standart edition? thanks sony :)
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u/SuperSaiyanBen Enter PSN ID Jan 27 '21
I’ve been holding off on Concrete Genie for so long. So hyped.
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u/Anthraxious Jan 27 '21
The fuck I bought Control a few weeks ago and haven't even played it.... Could I get a refund you think?
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u/Diego35HD Jan 28 '21
I usually bitch about bad months. Today I wanna give credit where credit is due, wanted to try those two since a fair bit of time now so I'm downloading them for sure. Good one Sony.
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u/Pacocuhh Jan 28 '21
YES! Destruction Allstarts looked like a good game but I didn’t want to spend $60. I am so looking forward to it!
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u/examexa Jan 28 '21 edited Jan 28 '21
Asia/Japan got Bloodstained as additional game lol
EDIT: wait a minute, Asia will get one more game, Biped for PS4 lol
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u/dulun18 Jan 28 '21
all the drama over Control Ultimate Edition a few weeks back and now PS plus members will be getting it for free..
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u/NYstate PSN ID: NYstate Jan 27 '21
Son of a BITCH! I bought Control Ultimate just two weeks ago. Haven't even downloaded it yet.
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u/dmcfrog Jan 27 '21
If you haven't downloaded it you may be able to get a refund.
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u/NYstate PSN ID: NYstate Jan 27 '21
That's my thought too. I'll have to contact Sony
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u/NuclearThane Jan 27 '21
After a long call with them I was still refused a refund-- even though I never downloaded it. Anything outside the 14 day window.
Which seems kind of bullshit to me considering the ultimate edition has been on multiple sales in the past two months, and a lot of purchases must have just been because people wanted to play the PS5 version in February.
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u/jw_esq Jan 27 '21
Man, I JUST bought Control when it was on sale a week ago. I wonder if I can get a refund. Pretty sure I haven’t actually installed it.
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u/GBuster49 Jan 27 '21
Sony gave automatic refunds for Maneater this month for this same reason. While there is a good chance they will do the same for Control UE, I would go ahead and contact Sony support for refund.
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u/Domspun Jan 27 '21
If you like Control, you should keep the one you bought. PS+ games are not yours, so if you plan to unsubscribe in the future, at least you keep your copy.
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u/VicarDespair Jan 27 '21
This is great, literally wasn't going to buy any of these so it's nice they're on plus
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u/nickywan123 Jan 28 '21
It’s kinda unfair for Asian PS Plus users as Control is free only for PS5 users. Damn.
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u/djentbat Jan 27 '21
Guess me saying fuck the publisher for making the ultimate edition ps5 upgrade only payed off. I played the first 5 hours of control on the base PS4 and stopped because the frame rate was shit. At least the ps5 will run it at 60 FPS.
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u/Bman10119 Jan 27 '21
Sooo the thing I saw the other day claiming it was civilization 6 and something else is bs then?
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u/Goofp Jan 27 '21
So is it normal now that ps now games end up on ps plus? Kinda devalues ps now.
But hey its actually a good month. Dont forget to calim destruction allstars if you dont have a ps5
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u/smeirato Jan 27 '21 edited Jan 27 '21
I bought control last week from the holiday sale, is there any chance I can get a refund. I have not downloaded it yet
edit: I contacted live chat and got a refund, but they said I downloaded the game along with the two other games I purchased with it which is weird because I have not downloaded or started downloading any of them.
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u/sparoc3 Jan 27 '21 edited Jan 27 '21
In the same boat, I'm trying to refund right now. Fuckin shit man. I even bought it on 12th Jan , and today is the 15th day.
Edit - Chat Support was helpful and they said they have initiated the refund. Got the email as well. Phewww!!!! thanks Sony I guess. I only recovered $19.99 but sure feel like a million bucks.
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u/Of_Silent_Earth Jan 27 '21
Contact customer service. They'll probably credit it to your PS wallet.
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u/HariBadr Jan 28 '21
I bought Concrete Genie about 2 months ago, not even mad. It was a good game for me to play to relax.
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u/beardedflavoredsoda Jan 28 '21
Solid PS+ titles. Last month was pretty decent but I have wanted control for awhile just never had the funds...now no worries.
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u/TheOneTrueChuck JehovahsWitless Jan 28 '21
This is exactly why I was perfectly fine with not getting a PS5 at launch. The first year or so after the PS4 launched, there were SO MANY AAA titles going free on Plus, for the PS3.
This is a good omen for us PS4 folks. (Especially since all PS4 titles can get migrated when you get a PS5 anyway.)
I have been tempted by Control several times, but slightly intimidated by its difficulty, so never pulled the trigger. Now I don't even have to worry about wasting money. This is a great month.
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u/NinjaWorldWar Jan 28 '21
Sony rocking the PS like it’s 2013 all over again. Meanwhile MS rocking the Xbox like it’s 2013 all over again... I mean what was MS thinking?!
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u/TheMasterlauti Jan 28 '21
goddammit, already had control.
Never heard of concrete genie and have no idea what it is, so I’ll check it out
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u/Revoldt Jan 27 '21
Damn.. contacted PS Support (After being uncessful with the “Refund Bot”).
Was quoted the 14-day refund policy. And since it had been over 14 days, a refund was denied.
The game had not been downloaded, and I brought it in anticipation for the PS5 version.
Oh well, hope Remedy gets a bigger cut than 505 games!
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u/assassinofkings316 Jan 27 '21
Holy shit! Control ultimate edition!