Monday, July 31, 2017

It seems like my friends on Xbox Live play Netflix more than actual games.

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  3. It seems like my friends on Xbox Live play Netflix more than actual games.
I was talking to a buddy about this and he seemed to agree on his end as well. I wonder if you all experience the same thing.
RikashiX 1 day ago#2
It's half and half, but thing is they have kids, so they'll be using that.
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It's primarily what I use mine for, I game on other consoles. There just isn't much for it unfortunately.
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agentspoon 1 day ago#4
Alot of people use the Xbox One as a "Media Box" which I dont blame them for it. Its fantastic "Plug-n-Play" alternative.
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thedude008 1 day ago#5
yup.
most only have xbox, so not like they game elsewhere either.. they're just more into movies now i guess.
though fair enough many are/getting married.. so that probably helps/hurts.
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Nah, I'm not trolling. I was just curious if anyone else had a similar experience. I'm a huge Microsoft fan (I even use a Windows Phone).
jdilladonuts 1 day ago#8
agentspoon posted...
Alot of people use the Xbox One as a "Media Box" which I dont blame them for it. Its fantastic "Plug-n-Play" alternative.


Agree, I use Plex every now and then.
Samurai_Man 1 day ago#9
I usually just leave my console on Netflix, Hulu,etc... when I'm not playing anything and here lately I'm playing a lot of PUBG on PC when I'm playing anything. My Xbox is usually a media machine between big game launches that I'm interested in.
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astelion 1 day ago#10
I don't really use my xbox one, but my brother mostly use it for Netflix, Youtube, and playing Battlefront...
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I pretty much only use my Xbox for gaming.

A lot on my friends list are always on YouTube and Netflix
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Grenadus 1 day ago#14
Yeah same here a lot of people on my friends list are pretty much on Netflix 24/7
That what's makes the Xbox one so great. You can seamlessly swap in between watching things and playing games. As soon as my tv is on my Xbox is ready to go.


I'm sure I'm watching tv/ Netflix more than playing games because I don't play 24/7.
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RAAAWWWRRR 22 hours ago#16
It's the same thing on the PS4 too... just saying.

People just love Netflix. Hulu, and Youtube overall
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TrickyPony 22 hours ago#17
RAAAWWWRRR posted...
It's the same thing on the PS4 too... just saying.

People just love Netflix. Hulu, and Youtube overall

Netflix has some pretty good shows out right now. People are supposed to catch up on their bingeing its summertime.
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Syn_Vengeance 21 hours ago#18
I only game at night when my kids are asleep, I use Netflix alot during times I dont game. Not only that but sometimes people just don't feel like playing something, so they kick back and use the media features.

Plus people have children and Netflix has a ton of stuff available for kids, so some it may be for those reasons. There are a ton of different variables as to why you see this. People enjoy other things besides gaming and with these consoles able to do all of that, it makes it easier to do.

Me and my wife have been spending a lot of time watching new shows and stuff like that too. Plus its summertime and not a lot of new games come out around now.
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BigOW 21 hours ago#19
We play apps Netflix,Hulu amazon hbo etc a lot more then games but myxboxes are the only thing connected to my living room bedroom and gameroom
Eclipse2K 21 hours ago#20
I have 8 friends online and 7 of them are watching TV, Netflix or Hulu. The other is playing Rocket League. It's not necessarily the norm to see no one gaming but certain times of certain days this happens a lot.
DynamicD 21 hours ago#21
Not in my end.
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AluminumWater 21 hours ago#22
The machine was originally advertised as a tv box. No surprise that some would use it as such.
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TsC_PoLiTiKz 20 hours ago#24
I can't really say that's true tbh, but I do notice a fair amount on Netflix/YouTube/Twitch often enough.

I do the same thing, though. I dropped cable, so if I want to watch TV, my Xbox and one of those apps is my ticket. Considering how often people have their TV on, it shouldn't be too surprising that someone likely shoved something on while they do things.
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OhMYGoodNES 20 hours ago#25
I've watch Netflix like 5 times since it exist.
Jiggy101011 19 hours ago#26
OhMYGoodNES posted...
I've watch Netflix like 5 times since it exist.


missing out on some good shows.
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It's a very common thing. Stop being pathetic. It's not a thread-worthy topic, but it's not trolling either
SpicyOcto 18 hours ago#28
Same with my friends list. Majority are on Netflix or YouTube.
MrImpatient35 18 hours ago#29
Most of my gamer friends have kids, who use their console for Netflix, Hulu, etc. Isn't it awesome that xbox one can be used to play games AND media like Netflix? Part of the reason I bought it. I can use it for multiple purposes.
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OhMYGoodNES 17 hours ago#30
Jiggy101011 posted...
OhMYGoodNES posted...
I've watch Netflix like 5 times since it exist.


missing out on some good shows.


Yeah I heard about it ! I'm much more into movies but I dont watch a lot of movies the last 2 years.
CHS_RICH 17 hours ago#31
It's the same for me. Entire friends list is mostly on Netflix/Hulu.
Laylow12 17 hours ago#32
It's very common.

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MrImpatient35 17 hours ago#33
I use Youtube app sooo much lol. I like watching youtube on my tv. When I'm done, I play a game. See how useful this console is? lol
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RonBurgundy929 17 hours ago#34
Laylow12 posted...
It's very common.

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SpongeBob_SP 17 hours ago#35
agentspoon posted...
Alot of people use the Xbox One as a "Media Box" which I dont blame them for it. Its fantastic "Plug-n-Play" alternative.

This is what I use mine for. Only time I watch cable these days, is when my family turns it on, and I can't use my Xbox. I watch a ton of YouTube, just because I have choice over what I can watch, and it's infinitely more entertaining, imo. I also spend anywhere between 10-25 hours a week on gaming. Depends on what kind of mood I'm in.
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n00bsaib0t 16 hours ago#36
My Xbox is in Netflix or One Guide when I'm not playing a game, so it's going to show the vast majority of my time there. Netflix is the new console off/change the input to cable.
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The-Apostle 16 hours ago#37
Meh... I mostly just game or use Hulu on mine. I occasionally use Netflix (I gave my account to my brother since I stopped using it for the most part.), CW Seed (since Hulu TV doesn't have it), Amazon, and WWE Network as well.
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helIy 16 hours ago#38
my psn friends don't even get on anymore

i'd take the potential to talk or play a game with someone than just never seeing them again tbh
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IChangedMyName 16 hours ago#39
A lot of my friends do it, hell I do it.

It's too much hassle getting everyone to do one thing at the same time, I'll have spent 3-4 hrs on Gears and take a break right when someone else gets on and wants to play..
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RedDusk 16 hours ago#40
Netflix/YouTube is my to go place by default.
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MrGreed 15 hours ago#41
OhMYGoodNES posted...
Jiggy101011 posted...
OhMYGoodNES posted...
I've watch Netflix like 5 times since it exist.


missing out on some good shows.


Yeah I heard about it ! I'm much more into movies but I dont watch a lot of movies the last 2 years.


They have a lot of movies too.
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Dark_SilverX 15 hours ago#42
Same for me. People on my friends list are either watching Netflix or Youtube.
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OhMYGoodNES 15 hours ago#43
MrGreed posted...
OhMYGoodNES posted...
Jiggy101011 posted...
OhMYGoodNES posted...
I've watch Netflix like 5 times since it exist.


missing out on some good shows.


Yeah I heard about it ! I'm much more into movies but I dont watch a lot of movies the last 2 years.


They have a lot of movies too.


Yeah but it felt like imposed to me. Last time I went I was happy they got "The Lobster" but there's not a lot of movies that was on my watchlist. And getting more and more getting, but my girlfriend is liking this option. On my side, I got many dvds, but I'm selling many of them these days. Still have like 300 to sell. I think I will end up having Netflix when I'll move on the contry side but right now I feel fine with my movie collection as I have litterally (imo) a better selection than Netflix. I make my gf discover a lot of movies.
leelee3105 14 hours ago#44
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It's primarily what I use mine for, I game on other consoles. There just isn't much for it unfortunately.

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tzuyd 11 hours ago#46
jdilladonuts posted...
I was talking to a buddy about this and he seemed to agree on his end as well. I wonder if you all experience the same thing.

It's also what the telemetry data shows, which is why MS designed and advertised the Xbonx as a TV box.
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1nternationa7 11 hours ago#47
My Xbox spends more time as a Blu-ray player these days. Just nothing really interesting to play on it.

Pretty sure it's the same with PS4 owners too. Summer is ironically the time when gaming droughts most occur.
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archibald3 10 hours ago#48
Netflix is the most popular app on both consoles. In other breaking news people enjoy watching movies and television.
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simonbelmont2 9 hours ago#50
RetroGamer9 posted...
Of course, the real gamers are on PlayStation.


What is a real gamer?
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  3. It seems like my friends on Xbox Live play Netflix more than actual games.
    1. Boards
    2. Xbox One
    3. It seems like my friends on Xbox Live play Netflix more than actual games.
    agentspoon 9 hours ago#51
    @simonbelmont2

    The ones that get shafted for Skyrim/FO4 Mods because Sony would rather tell them to "Shut up and take it" than spend money improving their security.

    four duh playas!
    HOLY ****! What is this? Forged in Gods very flames! Do mine eyes tell me lies? A new Elder Scrolls game?
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    simonbelmont2 9 hours ago#52
    agentspoon posted...
    @simonbelmont2

    The ones that get shafted for Skyrim/FO4 Mods because Sony would rather tell them to "Shut up and take it" than spend money improving their security.

    four duh playas!


    Ha, ha. :-)

    I like my PS4, however it baffles me when some PS4 players talk down good features like better mods, EA Access, Game pass etc.
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    agentspoon 9 hours ago#53
    Whats the old saying? 

    "I’ve got nothing against God. It’s his Fan Club I can’t stand!"

    Thats how I feel about the PS4, I genuinely like it, the PScontroller will always have a special in my heart.
    HOLY ****! What is this? Forged in Gods very flames! Do mine eyes tell me lies? A new Elder Scrolls game?
    Time is nigh, I must fly, Venture forth on my quest!
    simonbelmont2 9 hours ago#54
    agentspoon posted...
    Whats the old saying? 

    "I’ve got nothing against God. It’s his Fan Club I can’t stand!"

    Thats how I feel about the PS4, I genuinely like it, the PScontroller will always have a special in my heart.


    Too true man. 

    I have fond memories of my PS1 and PS2 days, the PS4 gets some solid games too.
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    kyncani 9 hours ago#55
    I would use it more if Xbox had a Bluetooth remote like PS4 or if their phone app did work a little better.

    Right now it's easier to stick with YouTube and control it with a phone.
    agentspoon 9 hours ago#56
    To be honest I would say that my PS1 days were my favourite then then 360.

    FF
    Breath of Fire
    Mega Man Legends
    Medievil
    GTA 1, 2 and London
    Nightmare Creatures.
    HOLY ****! What is this? Forged in Gods very flames! Do mine eyes tell me lies? A new Elder Scrolls game?
    Time is nigh, I must fly, Venture forth on my quest!
    agentspoon 8 hours ago#57
    @kyncani

    I cant forgive the removal of Snap, I used to watch TV while I was playing stuff like Skyrim, FO4 or grinding in GTA Online.

    Tried using my phone but the sites I use all became shit and I cant find a good app on Android.
    HOLY ****! What is this? Forged in Gods very flames! Do mine eyes tell me lies? A new Elder Scrolls game?
    Time is nigh, I must fly, Venture forth on my quest!
    simonbelmont2 8 hours ago#58
    agentspoon posted...
    To be honest I would say that my PS1 days were my favourite then then 360.

    FF
    Breath of Fire
    Mega Man Legends
    Medievil
    GTA 1, 2 and London
    Nightmare Creatures.


    Yeah, that era is probably my favorite too. Resident Evil, Nightmare Creatures, Tenchu. Good times man.
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    agentspoon 8 hours ago#59
    Oh fuck me, yea. TENCHU!

    I wish Tenchu Z was BC.

    It might not have been what people wanted but it was a great game.
    HOLY ****! What is this? Forged in Gods very flames! Do mine eyes tell me lies? A new Elder Scrolls game?
    Time is nigh, I must fly, Venture forth on my quest!
    simonbelmont2 8 hours ago#60
    agentspoon posted...
    Oh fuck me, yea. TENCHU!

    I wish Tenchu Z was BC.

    It might not have been what people wanted but it was a great game.


    I love the series man, I remember enjoying Tenchu Z too and I liked the character creator in that game. If it was BC I'd be all over it like a cheap suit.
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    agentspoon 8 hours ago#61
    Same, sadly I never got to play the Co-Op Online cos none of my friends bought the game. I did play Co-Op on the demo for a bit but it was all just running around.
    HOLY ****! What is this? Forged in Gods very flames! Do mine eyes tell me lies? A new Elder Scrolls game?
    Time is nigh, I must fly, Venture forth on my quest!
    simonbelmont2 8 hours ago#62
    agentspoon posted...
    Same, sadly I never got to play the Co-Op Online cos none of my friends bought the game. I did play Co-Op on the demo for a bit but it was all just running around.


    Ha, ha I forgot the game even had that option.
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    agentspoon 8 hours ago#63
    Four player if I remember correctly.

    Co-Op made the game insanely easy but it was still great fun.
    HOLY ****! What is this? Forged in Gods very flames! Do mine eyes tell me lies? A new Elder Scrolls game?
    Time is nigh, I must fly, Venture forth on my quest!
    simonbelmont2 8 hours ago#64
    agentspoon posted...
    Four player if I remember correctly.

    Co-Op made the game insanely easy but it was still great fun.


    It's a solid idea for a game like that. 

    I remember enjoying Shinobido as well as it had that Tenchu flavour.
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    NSGraphite 8 hours ago#65
    I use Netflix,Hulu, Amazon, HBO and still play games and work 10 hour days 5 days a week.

    Just because you see them watching Netflix doesnt mean they arent also playing games.
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    agentspoon 8 hours ago#66
    Alot of people just wanna chill after work with a good movie/TV series.

    Alot of people also cant watch GoT the moment its released or they wait for their partner/friends to watch it.
    HOLY ****! What is this? Forged in Gods very flames! Do mine eyes tell me lies? A new Elder Scrolls game?
    Time is nigh, I must fly, Venture forth on my quest!
    quincy2000a 7 hours ago#67
    "It seems like my friends on Xbox Live play Netflix more than actual games."

    Hearing that in 2017 is not a surprise to me...
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    RS_YELARAKA 5 hours ago#68
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    Darkshowers 4 hours ago#69
    agentspoon posted...
    To be honest I would say that my PS1 days were my favourite then then 360.

    FF
    Breath of Fire
    Mega Man Legends
    Medievil
    GTA 1, 2 and London
    Nightmare Creatures.


    If you preferred JRPGs, the PS1 was way better. Potentially, single player games were better. However, I would say the 360 was the best console for online gaming (PC isn't console) by far and allowed us to play even the old classic games like Street Fighter 2, Mortal Kombat 3, Doom, Duke Nukem online easily against other players and that was so fun. 

    Of course, Halo, Gears of War, Borderlands were also great for online multiplayer competitive and coop both. The PS1 can not even begin to compare to the 360 when it comes to multiplayer and those are the last 2 consoles I owned so I know. I've played both extensively.
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    flame030191 4 hours ago#70
    The only reason you dont see YouTube, Netflix, or PS Vue much on PS4 friends is because the network only shows games being played, not media apps being used.
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    Laylow12 posted...
    It's very common. 

    .

    Like your trolling and getting warned/suspended all of the time?

    Well I'll be fuckin damned. Look at who is Warned again? LOL

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    eston 3 hours ago#72
    I imagine most people probably spend more time watching TV than playing games
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