Xbox 360

[Blake]

As a form of anti-piracy it still is flawed in the sense that they gave people a legitimate way to give friends their games. ::shrug:: Buddy asked me for Portal last week and I just gave him my login info.

Yeah but only one person can be logged in. If you guys ever wanted to play a game together, somebody is going to have to make a purchase.

[Dhsu]

True, as long as both of you stick to single-player games, you can share an account.

[Maco70]

Thanks for the help, I'll make a separate thread if I can't get it to work.
I am going to try to figure it out tonight.

[Maco70]

I got it to work, thanks for the tips.

Anyone here pissed at Hexic HD?
That pooh-bah is mocking me...

[prophetik]

so, tell me. has anyone played chromehounds? it looks really interesting, but does anyone have hands-on experience with it?

[Blake]

I hooked up my 360 wirelessly to my comp and now I'm streaming movies. I've done this easily at my dorm though the residence hall network, but I've just now figured out how to host my own stuff. So now I'm streaming movies and it's great. However, HD movies stutter a bit. That's probably due to the fact my wireless router can't keep up. However, I read about a trick that uses two wireless routers so your X Box 360 has its own access point or something (I suck at networking) and the guy that thought up of it has no trouble streaming 1080p. I only need to stream 720 p stuff but I might look into this. It's either that or buy a high end "N" router, but that's expensive.

[UnforgivingEdges]

so, tell me. has anyone played chromehounds? it looks really interesting, but does anyone have hands-on experience with it?

One of the most awesome online games ever. It's made by the guys who did Armored Core, but the game is very different. It's a much slower, tactical, group-based type of game; one might even say a "mech sim" if such a thing existed. You still build your own mechs (and believe me, you'll spend hours tinkering in the garage with your own designs) from parts you buy with money you earn from battles.

The single player is really an extended tutorial and is pretty much a throwaway after you learn how to play.

Online, however, Chromehounds rules. It's kind of like an MMO: there is a persistent war happening between three different national factions for control of the country the game takes place in. What this means is that the nature of the game changes even when you're not playing. You start by choosing a squad to join, and here's where it gets important: Chromehounds is not a game you can just buy and jump into online and play with anyone. It's certainly possible of course, but it's most rewarding if you can make some friends who play it first, or if you can convince some of your friends to get the game along with you so you can play together. Once you form your squad, then you choose a nation to belong to. There are three different ones (a U.S.A. clone, a Russia clone, and a Middle East clone). Each nation has access to different parts and specializes in different combat styles. Luckily you can change nations after the war has ended (about once every 2-3 weeks or so).

Once you have your squad, your nation, and your mech, you jump into any of the contested maps and play against either the CPU or another squad. Victory on a map earns you points towards your nation's control of that map, and once you control 100% of that map, you can advance the front of the war to the next map, with the ultimate goal being to reach and defeat a nation's capital home map to eliminate them from the war. Along the way you earn money to beef up your mech or create new designs. Once the war is over (either when one side wins or when the game's pre-determined time limit is up, usually a month or two), everything resets and you can start again.

If you're not into the online war, you can also play quick skirmishes against other teams for fun or to test your mech designs; these battles have no bearing on the outcome of the war.

Chromehounds is an awesome game, but having people to play with is the difference between being really bored and confused or having a really unique enjoyable experience.

If you know anybody who's going to start playing, drop me a PM and I'll join up with you guys. My old squad has been inactive for some time, but I'm always up to play Chromehounds.

[prophetik]

i'd love to learn, but i don't play online enough to make it worth it to really get into something like it. i might pick it up regardless, though. it looks so cool.

any other thoughts from people?

[The Womb]

I rented it when it first came out near the launch of the 360 and I found it pretty fun. If you get it cheap enough why not (My friend took a chance on Project Slypheed simply because it was 10$ and because I told him I had read a lot of positive reviews from you guys and he loves it)

[anosou]

I rented it when it first came out near the launch of the 360 and I found it pretty fun. If you get it cheap enough why not (My friend took a chance on Project Slypheed simply because it was 10$ and because I told him I had read a lot of positive reviews from you guys and he loves it)

Project Sylpheed is hardcore love. Good choice. :)

[Malaki-LEGEND.sys]

Project Sylpheed is serious win. If I had a TV right now, I'd be playing it constantly.

[anosou]

Project Sylpheed is serious win. If I had a TV right now, I'd be playing it constantly.

My thoughts exactly. No really, exactly! :O

[prophetik]

i just discovered settlers of catan (don't laugh). is the xbl version any good? and, for that matter, does anyone have a points card i could buy? cause i really want to try it.

[UnforgivingEdges]

i just discovered settlers of catan (don't laugh). is the xbl version any good? and, for that matter, does anyone have a points card i could buy? cause i really want to try it.

The digital game is awesome: no clean up or set up.

[prophetik]

anyone got some xbl points for sale? =) or some other thoughts?

also, has anyone tried armored core 4?

[atmuh]

or some other thoughts?

buy them on the xbox????

[Maco70]

anyone got some xbl points for sale? =) or some other thoughts?

If you don't have a credit card, then you can buy cards with microsoft points on them.

also, has anyone tried armored core 4?

I played the demo, and I was impressed.

[prophetik]

buy them on the xbox????

i more was asking if anyone had a card sitting around that i could buy off of them.

[atmuh]

am i the only one who plays burnout paradise
someone play with me :[

[anosou]

am i the only one who plays burnout paradise
someone play with me :[

NEVAR! I have Burnout revenge (got it for $5, cd only) but I'm far to busy playing Puzzle Quest and Mutant Storm atm. Best. XBLA-Games. Ever.

[atmuh]

Best. XBLA-Games

sorry that belongs to uno

[FuriousFure]

am i the only one who plays burnout paradise
someone play with me :[

I have Burnout: Paradise, but can you believe this shit? I just got the Rings of Death and had to order that fucking box to have it be put down and for me to get a new one. :C


and to answer my question for you guys... Yes, I'm sure you can believe that shit.

[Brushfire]

I would play but I seem to have fallen into an MMO crowd lately.

Also watching alot of Duck Dodgers lately too...

[anosou]

sorry that belongs to uno

Uno's up there but it's not "up there".

[sgx]

You guys played Dark Sector yet?

I just got it for $20 off amazon (thanks cheapassgamer!) and it is pretty good. It's like Gears of War minus co-op, plus RE4 europe and zombies, plus magical boomerang.

Pretty damn good for $20. Graphics are quite nice. The controls are a TOTAL rip of Gears, but they've de-emphasized guns a bit. Dual wielding a gun and your glaive is pretty cool, and getting further into the game, the powers you get and the strategies you can use are getting pretty rad.

[prophetik]

is anyone else as excited for fable 2 still as i am?

that said, if it werent for force unleashed (great writeup on giant bomb today) and fable2, i'd be selling my haxbox.

[Malaki-LEGEND.sys]

We at the kiddy table do not approve the previous post.

[prophetik]

only because i'm needing money, and i won't have time to play during being a full time grad student and working 30 hours a week. i still love 360. and it still loves me.

[Malaki-LEGEND.sys]

Good answer. Good answer.

We'll be watching you from the shadows, mister.

Ok with that said, we've got a pretty solid lineup of upcoming gaming(and an impressive lineup of games already released) for the rest of the year.

Infinite Undiscovery
Gears of War 2
Last Remnant
Tales of Vesperia
Soul Calibur IV
Guitar Hero: Aerosmith
Rockband 2
Too Human
Banjo Kazooie

And add that to the list of great games out thus far like:
Ninja Gaiden 2
GTA4
Battlefield: Bad Company

Getting some serious love for the 360

Don't forget next year is gonna rock with Star Ocean 4, Resident Evil 5, Halo Wars and maybe Silent Hill 5.

[Zombie]

I need a 360 badly. :?

[Diseased Project]

And Far Cry 2, Fallout 3, Prototype and GH: World Tour. I'm also hoping to hear some news of Alan Wake too...
edit: Also, FaceBreaker looks interesting.

Anyway, I'm gonna buy some MS Points again soon, and I'm picking up Puzzle Quest (AnSo recommend) and 1942: Joint Strike, if it doesn't get pummeled on the media. Also buying Ninja Gaiden II too.

[The Womb]

Has anybody heard anything about Left 4 Dead? it's being made by Valve
4 player co-op Zombie survival game... I don't really know how this escaped my radar because I love Zombies and Co-op
Edit: On a side note Ninja Gaiden 2 is pretty fricken epic

[Malaki-LEGEND.sys]

I'll be buying Ninja Gaiden II, Battlefield: BC, and Soul Calibur IV in August when I get my TV(yes I know I've said I'd get it eventually, but this time it's for real).

So far I've been playing the demo for NG2 and BF:BC. Ninja Gaiden by itself already had an awesome action formula, and they stuck with it for the most part in Ninja Gaiden II, which is a very good thing. Even better is all the tweaks they made like adding finishing moves(epic), excessive amounts of gore and limbs flying everywhere(epic x2), and an even deeper weapon system with many more weapons added this time around(the demo gives you the Dragon Sword, Falcon's Talons, Lunar Staff, and Eclipse Scythe right off the bat).

What can I really say about BF: BC from what I've played thus far? Well, it's more Battlefield, and I love the hell out of it. End of story.

Seriously, if the PS3 never gets its head out of the sandbox, then I'm willing to wager that the 360 is this generation's best.

[Maco70]

There's no room in the video gaming word for a cheap ass gamer anymore.

Wishing I had a 360.

[Jam Stunna]

For you guys with the Pro 360, is the 20 gig hard drive enough, or is the Elite really worth the extra money? I don't have HD so HDMI doesn't make a difference to me.

[Bahamut]

There's no room in the video gaming word for a cheap ass gamer anymore.

Wishing I had a 360.

Yeah there is - I got my 360 Premium for essentially $200 ($300 with a $100 gift card) a little more than 1 1/2 years ago. Deals are still there if you know where to look :razz: .

[atmuh]

For you guys with the Pro 360, is the 20 gig hard drive enough, or is the Elite really worth the extra money? I don't have HD so HDMI doesn't make a difference to me.

fyi they both have hdmi the only difference is the bigger hard drive and its black
20gb is more than enough though

[I-n-j-i-n]

I would plunk the extra for the elite if I had the money. 20GB is nowhere near enough if you have a few demos, downloaded games and music/movies put in there. It'll probably take you a few weeks to fill it all. I think even 120GB probably won't be enough for me personally. And HDMI just makes everything that much simpler (ONE PLUG) and with better graphical results.

[anosou]

SCIV plz. That's the release I'm looking forward to the most with Fallout 3 and Fable 2 close seconds.

Also, I'm an XBLA nutter. I have like 34 XBLA games, it's all I play. So I'd like to especially recommend some games (in order of awesomeness):
Omega Five - Horizontal shooter with a lot of tricks up it's sleeve. Fantastic to play, fantastic to look at and great achievements. 200/200 bitches!
Puzzle Quest - If you haven't played it already it's at it's best at the 360. An expansion is set for release pretty soon too.
Rez HD - Durrrrh. Just buy it already.
Mutant Storm Reloaded/Empire - The best of the robotron clones, addictive and challenging.
Settlers of Catan - Not kidding, best boardgame to grace XBLA. Play it online and thank me later.
Ikaruga - Incredibly hardcore. Incredibly rewarding. Not for the faint of heart.

[Malaki-LEGEND.sys]

I have the pro with a 20 gig drive, and I'm already wanting more space for demos, videos, live arcade games and xbox originals. I'd go with the elite if I were you.

[prophetik]

i've been looking at puzzle quest and catan, just cause i love them both, but i like playing catan with real people and shooting the bull during the course of the game.

[sgx]

Apparently a 60 gb version is coming out soon, after they sell out stock of 20gb's with the upcoming $299 price drop.

[MisterBiggler]

Has anybody heard anything about Left 4 Dead? it's being made by Valve
4 player co-op Zombie survival game... I don't really know how this escaped my radar because I love Zombies and Co-op

I heard about it last year from a friend, and I thought it was going to be released last winter so I'm sad I have to wait another year, but it looks good so far. Either way, I'm pretty gassed up for it; I don't care for zombies much, but the concept seems very badass.

[Zombie]

Apparently a 60 gb version is coming out soon, after they sell out stock of 20gb's with the upcoming $299 price drop.

Seriously? Link?

Sa-weet finally my time to get a 360 is near.:nicework:

[I-n-j-i-n]

Speaking of Puzzle Quest, I don't think it's an expansion but a full fledged galactic sequel. Look it up on GameTrailers.com. I think it looks pretty intriguing and the game just might be as 'too-big-for-a-puzzler' kind of game as the first. If the gameplay lives up, I'm downloading it instantly.

[anosou]

Speaking of Puzzle Quest, I don't think it's an expansion but a full fledged galactic sequel. Look it up on GameTrailers.com. I think it looks pretty intriguing and the game just might be as 'too-big-for-a-puzzler' kind of game as the first. If the gameplay lives up, I'm downloading it instantly.

It's both. The Galactrix version is going to be released sometime soon and the expansion to Challenge of the Warlords (named Revenge of the Plague Lord) is coming even sooner.

[Diseased Project]

Also speaking of Puzzle Quest, I got it today and though I only had time to play for about 40 minutes, I really liked what I saw! The rpg seems versatile but still simple enough, and the battle system was fun too. It's kinda like two games in one (referring to Bejeweled)! :)

[Malaki-LEGEND.sys]

If I wasn't hooked on Puzzle Fighter like a crack addict is on... well... crack, then I'd give Puzzle Quest a shot.

Besides, there are WAY too many 360 games(aside from other systems' games) that I wanna buy coming soon. Oh boy... My wallet is gonna hate me. :-(

[Diseased Project]

Yeah, tell me about it. It only gets worse (if worse is the correct term) once we're nearing the end of the year.

[Malaki-LEGEND.sys]

Already in the appropriate thread, but the motherfucking Mega Man 9 is coming to the XBLA arcade!

Talk about echoing statements about lack of money...

[I-n-j-i-n]

It's both. The Galactrix version is going to be released sometime soon and the expansion to Challenge of the Warlords (named Revenge of the Plague Lord) is coming even sooner.

Cool, I would have never expected an XBLA game to be getting an addon.

The only 'problem' I might have with the game is when the enemies just go overboard with their attacks purely on luck. I just hope that doesn't happen too much in Galactrix.

[Diseased Project]

Mega Man 9 is coming to the XBLA arcade!

Source? This is some great news if it's true.

[SoloGamer]

Source? This is some great news if it's true.
http://wii.ign.com/articles/888/888041p1.html

posted over in the MM9 thread

Additionally, we've got some news to report. First, Capcom has confirmed to IGN that Mega Man 1 and 2 will be coming to the Virtual Console soon. And second, Mega Man 9 will also release for Xbox Live and PlayStation Network respectively. No, it's not a WiiWare exclusive, but nevertheless, it's going to make an excellent addition to the libraries of all three consoles.

[Diseased Project]

Cool! That's a must buy. Any idea of release date?

Btw. I wouldn't mind if they released MM1 and 2 in the XBLA too :)

[Malaki-LEGEND.sys]

The word on release is for sometime in September for Japan, but I'm sure it'll either be a simultaneous release or relatively close.

[Diseased Project]

Okay, awesome. Can't wait. Thanks for the info!

[anosou]

Cool, I would have never expected an XBLA game to be getting an addon.

The only 'problem' I might have with the game is when the enemies just go overboard with their attacks purely on luck. I just hope that doesn't happen too much in Galactrix.

Yeah the randomness can suck but it's also part of the fun.

Actually, a few XBLA games has gotten expansions and addons. They even have 50 extra gamerpoints to put in expansions of XBLA titles according to their agreement. Carcassonne for one has an expansion. Undertow too. Gripshift, that crappy minigolf game, Outpost Kaloki X and Boom Boom Rocket has some kind of expansion, lumines has quite a few too!

[Penfold]

Downloaded the Tales of Vesperia demo the other day. Very much like ToS, which isn't a bad thing IMO (it being my favorite RPG of last gen). The boss was ridiculous though, and in the three attempts I still didn't beat him.

Incidentally, it's funny that of all the home consoles, the 360 has the vast majority of JRPGs.

Also tried the Too Human demo, and it's definitely not my cup of tea. I didn't really care for the designs, the controls were not bad until the miniboss-like character with a hammer for a hand (it told you to press a to get on top of the enemy but after that no button seemed to do anything aside from balancing with the left analog stick), and I didn't find their manner of storytelling to be particularly engaging.

[Malaki-LEGEND.sys]

I thought Too Human was pretty cool once I got a hang of the sword and gun play, which is definitely awkward at first. I thought that was the most badass death sequence I've yet to see. Seriously, how awesome is it to die only to have a cybernetic Valkyrie descend from the heavens to take your body to Valhalla?

That's pretty badass if you ask me.

At first, I was iffy about ToV, of course you're looking at a guy who never played a Tales game past Phantasia on the SNES. Once I got acquainted with the formations, skills, artes, battling and whatnot, I started enjoying it a lot more, and I liked the voice acting, the concepts, and the art direction, so I think I'll be grabbing this real soon.

It is interesting that there are many JRPGs for the 360 now, but I think we're seeing a split in terms of console dominance this generation that we haven't seen thus far. I think many Japanese developers are going to start porting games between systems for different regions more frequently.

I can't help but feel a little apprehensive about it.

[kupernikus]

I have yet to play a tales game (and I claim to love RPG's) Im excited for too human. and SF2T HD remix. lol.

[zircon]

Might be a good time to mention that I'm working on the soundtrack to a game that will be released on the new "Community Games" thing. Might be on XBLA at some point too.

[anosou]

Might be a good time to mention that I'm working on the soundtrack to a game that will be released on the new "Community Games" thing. Might be on XBLA at some point too.

Cool :O Being the XBL-nutter that I am, I'm looking forward to it.

Now give me one of those gigs!! >:(

[prophetik]

so, i looked through my collection, and besides having played a bit of bioshock, haloz, gta 4, assassin's creed, and mass effect...i haven't played anything else made specifically for 360.

WHATS YOUR MUST-PLAY GAME that's not in the genre of one-v-one fighting (like soul calibur or something)?

[Malaki-LEGEND.sys]

I plays teh DOA4-oh wait! :-(

You mean upcoming or current? 'Cause I can give you a list of close to 20 games on my upcoming must haves.

Currently I'm just playing this and that 'til I get my next paycheck. Although I've been playing through Eternal Sonata again along with Ninja Gaiden and Guitar Hero 2. Been on and off with Puzzle Fighter. I'm dying to actually play the full version of Tales of Vesperia.

[prophetik]

both fits. i'm already getting fable 2 and that star wars release, so don't count those - anyone else got an experienced opinion?

[Malaki-LEGEND.sys]

If you're a JRPG fan, Tales of Vesperia is coming out mid-August, and I'm enjoying the battle system the more I play it. Might not be your cup of tea, but give the demo a shot.

There's Too Human coming out soon. It's a cross between Diablo-styled skill trees, co-op and loot collecting, Mass Effect's visual style(although not quite), and the action element of a Devil May Cry game(I'm being base here, it's deeper than that). It also has a demo out on Live, so give it a shot. I liked it a lot.

Bad Company is a pretty good iteration of the Battlefield series.

There are many more, but I don't feel like typing all night. :-P

[Maco70]

so, i looked through my collection, and besides having played a bit of bioshock, haloz, gta 4, assassin's creed, and mass effect...i haven't played anything else made specifically for 360.

WHATS YOUR MUST-PLAY GAME that's not in the genre of one-v-one fighting (like soul calibur or something)?

The orange box + xbox live makes for good happy success. And portal if you haven't played it yet.

I really enjoyed Aegis wing, and Ikaruga as well.

[prophetik]

too human sounds cool, i'll have to check that out. i've got orange box for pc, so i don't need that.

and i'll check out tales of vesperia, too.

[anosou]

Anyone knows if Tales of Vesperia will work on European consoles? Don't think it has a PAL release date :/

[UnforgivingEdges]

so, i looked through my collection, and besides having played a bit of bioshock, haloz, gta 4, assassin's creed, and mass effect...i haven't played anything else made specifically for 360.

WHATS YOUR MUST-PLAY GAME that's not in the genre of one-v-one fighting (like soul calibur or something)?

http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51gF2TsnDXL._SS500_.jpg

[anosou]

http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51gF2TsnDXL._SS500_.jpg

It's almost as fun as

http://i.testfreaks.com/images/products/600x400/231/dynasty-warriors-5-empires.421863.jpg


Honestly. How can I have missed this wonderfully mediocre series of games? I'm in love!

[kupernikus]

http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51gF2TsnDXL._SS500_.jpg

I happen to love sylpheed... But I kinda just like seeing how many lockons I can get at once. lol.

[Zombie]

I just got me a 360 in a bundle with Blue Dragon, an extra controller, and 3 months of XBL free!

I am exited... I saw some good games mentioned over the last couple pages... what else are some good ones?

[sephfire]

Also, you can buy Psychonauts off Live for like $10 now. This game is a must-have. I don't care if it's last gen. Buy it.

But you're in for plenty of good times in general. The 360 has quite a few great games so far. Demos will be your friend. :)

[Bleck]

I am exited...

ok bye bye

[Zombie]

I definitely will buy psychonauts. I have been wanting to play it for awhile now... I was thinking of picking up Mass Effect and Lost Odyssey... And Gears of War too. :<

[Maco70]

Will somebody play Team Fortress with me?
I refuse to buy it for PC if I already own it for 360.

[Bahamut]

I'm telling you, you're missing out on the OCR TF2 action on PC :razz: . Got our own server with regulars and all.

[sephfire]

I kind of miss TF2, actually. And as much as I'd love to get it on the OCR fun, I run a Mac. :(

I'll try to get on TF2 a bit this week. Gamertag is cAtf00d, if anyone else wants to add me.




I definitely will buy psychonauts.

Good man. http://www.sephfire.com/smilies/ocrflag.gif


I have been wanting to play it for awhile now... I was thinking of picking up Mass Effect and Lost Odyssey... And Gears of War too.

All pretty good choices (Gears especially). Bioshock is definitely one to check out as well. The free demo on Live will give you a good taste of what to expect. And the Orange Box is definitely worth your money if you don't have a gaming PC. And Call of Duty 4 is a top-shelf game, even if you don't usually care for war shooters.

For some less conventional options, Viva Pinata is a blast. Also, Beautiful Katamari (if you aren't tired of Katamari games by now), Assassin's Creed and Civilization Revolution are fun. And, cheesy as the game is, Earth Defense Force 2017 is surprisingly awesome. Tweek and I have spent hours playing co-op. I'm just kind of rattling off suggestions at this point. They aren't necessarily must-buys. There are dozens of demos (maybe hundreds now) on Live, so you there's plenty to try out.

You're in for a good time. :)

[Bleck]

Will somebody play Team Fortress with me?
I refuse to buy it for PC if I already own it for 360.

The thing about the 360/PS3 versions of TF2 is that they aren't patched like the PC version (at least not to my knowledge). Which means you're missing out on some of the best maps (goldrush) and probably continuously getting owned by sentries floating in the sky (glitches and such).

[Malaki-LEGEND.sys]

I just got me a 360 in a bundle with Blue Dragon, an extra controller, and 3 months of XBL free!

I am exited... I saw some good games mentioned over the last couple pages... what else are some good ones?

Must... Resist... Urge...

NYARGH! I can't help but make list posts!

Ninja Gaiden II
Gears of War
Gears of War 2
Bioshock
Eternal Sonata
Oblivion GoTY Edition
Mass Effect
Halo 3
DOA4
Tales of Vesperia
Infinite Undiscovery
Lost Odyssey
Project Sylpheed
The Orange Box
Soul Calibur IV
Last Remnant
Guitar Hero: Aerosmith
Guitar Hero WOrld Tour
The Force Unleashed
Rockband
Rockband 2
Blue Dragon
Battlefield: Bad Company
Too Human
Ace Combat 6
Call of Duty 4
Virtua Fighter 5
Burnout Paradise
PGR4
Fallout 3
Fable 2
Resident Evil 5
Star Ocean: The Last Hope

...I'm sure you get the gist of it, now go spend MONEY!!

[Penfold]

Ninja Gaiden II
Gears of War
Gears of War 2
Bioshock
Tales of Vesperia
Infinite Undiscovery
Last Remnant
Resident Evil 5
Street Fighter IV
Super Street Fighter II HD Remix
Bionic Commando: Rearmed


Very good list. Edited for stuff I'm personally excited to get into (as suprising as it is, still haven't played Gears).

Side note: finally just about done with Blue Dragon. Just finishing sidequests, then it's on to beat the game. Definitely enjoyed this one, but I can't wait to get into more Lost Odyssey, and then ToV ships in the not too distant future!

[prophetik]

can someone explain what exactly blue dragon is? i got a 'jrpg with terrible acting and dmc's over-the-top attitude' when i asked at gamespot. that didn't exactly do anything for me.

[Schwaltzvald]

If you're going to get "The Orange Box", do not, I repeat DO NOT GET IT FOR THE XBOX360....

Go for the PC version and you'll thank me later...

[Penfold]

can someone explain what exactly blue dragon is? i got a 'jrpg with terrible acting and dmc's over-the-top attitude' when i asked at gamespot. that didn't exactly do anything for me.

DMC? Devil May Cry? Huh?

To put it simply, if you like JRPGs you'll like Blue Dragon, and if you don't there's nothing that the game does that will make you like it. I was enticed because the character designs were done by Akira Toriyama, music by Nobuo Uematsu, produced by Hironobu Sakaguchi, and had certain features (like showing enemies on-screen rather than random encounters) that reminded me of Chrono Trigger. While it takes a little while for the story and whatnot to really get going, aside from the boss battle theme the music is good throughout, and it's a damn pretty game :P.

[prophetik]

well, that sounds good enough for me. i like jrpgs, really.

[Malaki-LEGEND.sys]

Then you should grab it. I'm gonna grab it myself as well soon. Too much good shit...

[sephfire]

There's a demo of it on Live, so you can give it a shot that way. I wasn't very impressed, but I've gotten a bit picky with my jrpgs lately.

[Malaki-LEGEND.sys]

The problem with the demo is that it thrusts you halfway into the game with almost every ability, and you have no idea what the fuck you're doing or where the fuck you're going.

[Penfold]

The problem with the demo is that it thrusts you halfway into the game with almost every ability, and you have no idea what the fuck you're doing or where the fuck you're going.

I'm actually kinda curious how the demo compares to the full game, now that I'm at the tail end of it. I'll probably have time tomorrow after work to check that out...I can post my impressions between the two afterwards, if that helps anybody. Hoping to also beat the game tomorrow too :D.

[Maco70]

I'm telling you, you're missing out on the OCR TF2 action on PC :razz: . Got our own server with regulars and all.

Painfully aware.
My PC has a terrible graphics card.

[prophetik]

Painfully aware.
My PC has a terrible graphics card.

*cough* let me build you a computer *cough*

[atmuh]

Painfully aware.
My PC has a terrible graphics card.

buy a radeon hd 4870

or just get an 8800gt like my bro it runs tf2 max no prob

[sephfire]

Give me a wonderful computer and I will play TF2 with all of you until you are sick of me.

Also, I would like to not pay for it.

[I-n-j-i-n]

Strangely, one of the most anticipated game releases this year for me if Otomedius Gorgeous for Xbox Live Arcade. Apparently it's a fanservice style version of Parodius/Gradius and of course, it's made by the same Konami team.

The announced 3 player mode sounds absolutely crazy. That and maybe Geometry Wars having that 4 player mode. Every XLA game seems to be going multiplayer crazy and it's just incredible.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TeFYvJYmcoo

[Sobou]

I've put like 40 or so hours into Blue Dragon and I have to say it IS a very good jrpg, but it's also completely like many previous ones in it's tradition. However, not using weapons but the shadows instead is a fun change of pace, especially since each one of them has different classes you level up. I also like how you don't start with all the classes at once, but have to choose to obtain them as you level up. Makes for a bit more strategic playstyle than just "lol i has all job" like in Final Fantasy V or something.

The boss battle music irritates me to no end though, and I wish you could exchange it for an instrumental version, because that guy's voice is annoying as hell.

Definitely a good pick-up if you like jrpgs, but if you're looking for something out of the norm and don't care for them, either try the demo or don't bother. You're better off with getting something like Elder Scrolls 4, or Mass Effect, or something.

[Maco70]

*cough* let me build you a computer *cough*

I would, or I would just upgrade mine myself;
The problem isn't with either, it's Money.

[Schwaltzvald]

I would, or I would just upgrade mine myself;
The problem isn't with either, it's Money.

Can't go wrong with Mephisto getting the job. When some one needs a computer build job done right, they hail Mephisto to get the job done with expertise. Whenever I'm too lazy to do it myself I'd get Mephisto to do the job painlessly. When you neeed a pc build job done just get Mesphisto to do the job.

:)!!

[Maco70]

Can't go wrong with Mephisto getting the job. When some one needs a computer build job done right, they hail Mephisto to get the job done with expertise. Whenever I'm too lazy to do it myself I'd get Mephisto to do the job painlessly. When you neeed a pc build job done just get Mesphisto to do the job.

:)!!

Got one, doesn't pay enough. Blah blah blah.

[Zombie]

After reading that, the word job just doesn't look the same...

More on topic: CoD 4 is AWESOME. :nicework:

[prophetik]

i have five jobs right now, and none of them pay enough for me to have any money ever.

[atmuh]

Got one, doesn't pay enough. Blah blah blah.

i gotta say having a job that pays a ton of money is pretty awesome

[prophetik]

mr 24-inch monitor 4870hd blah blah blah

[I-n-j-i-n]

This has to be the corniest and yet the coolest XBLA/PSN game trailer ever. Or actually, any trailer ever made:

http://www.gametrailers.com/player/37623.html

[anosou]

I laughed more than one time :3

[Malaki-LEGEND.sys]

This has to be the corniest and yet the coolest XBLA/PSN game trailer ever. Or actually, any trailer ever made:

http://www.gametrailers.com/player/37623.html

Best trailer for the best game ever made ever.

[Thalzon]

Wow. I thought they were just making the new real-is-brown Bionic Commando game. Nice to see a little classic update like this.

[Maco70]

http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=fBB-fJPT3Fc

[Diseased Project]

Wow, I'm sure I'm in the minority here, but that BC: Rearmed trailer annoyed me to the point where I almost stopped caring about the whole game. I'll admit the gameplay looks fun though.

[I-n-j-i-n]

Wow, I'm sure I'm in the minority here, but that BC: Rearmed trailer annoyed me to the point where I almost stopped caring about the whole game. I'll admit the gameplay looks fun though.

But why? It's sung by one of the most legendary intro singers in television history with Ichirou Mizuki. He's the guy who sings all the over the top anime and big-robot TV shows. I suppose the song is a bit quirky for the non-initiated though. But it's amazing to see a legend just do a proper sendup for one of his favorite games.

This may be a more palatable send-up, and it's for the next gen Bionic Commando game:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GUkvkA3Ijmo

[prophetik]

so i bought blue dragon. i'm four hours in...

AND I HATE IT.

the voice acting isn't the bad part, the storytelling is terrible. people don't talk like that. it's driving me bonkers.

good thing i picked up oblivion at the same time.

[Maco70]

I picked up JSRF for 99 cents.
I am happy about this.

[Malaki-LEGEND.sys]

so i bought blue dragon. i'm four hours in...

AND I HATE IT.

the voice acting isn't the bad part, the storytelling is terrible. people don't talk like that. it's driving me bonkers.

good thing i picked up oblivion at the same time.

From what I understand, the game is way better on the second disc, but seriously, if it takes that long for a game to get good...

[anosou]

I picked up JSRF for 99 cents.
I am happy about this.

I hate you for this.

[prophetik]

and now oblivion's load times are driving me nuts.

oh well, too human's coming out soon.

[Sobou]

and now oblivion's load times are driving me nuts.

oh well, too human's coming out soon.

I put like 135 hours into Oblivion, and I never saw anything irritating with the loading times. Granted they're a bit longer than many other games I've played, but they're not that bad..

[Brushfire]

From what I understand, the game is way better on the second disc, but seriously, if it takes that long for a game to get good...

Case in point: Lost Odysessey or whatever.

[I-n-j-i-n]

Oblivion actually dragged on near the end for me. Also, Lost Odyssey is probably one of the best traditional JRPGs I've played in the last 5 years.

[Zaid]

^ Injin, are you serious?

Lost Odyssey is atrocious when it comes to its storytelling, minus the amazing dreams the main protagnist has. The actual story is told as if it was put together by a 5 year old, does it get better? Cause I am 5 hours into the game and I had to walk away, figuring I could just look up the dreams on a FAQ and read them there.

[Brushfire]

I would hardly call novel-length text about God knows what amazing. Lost Oddessey suck a proverbial fat one.

[I-n-j-i-n]

Yeah, I don't disagree that some of the 'serious' moments were a bit top-heavy and self important at times. But the combination of the mood, the gameplay, the music, etc, it felt like what a traditional Final Fantasy sequel would've been (and it's made by a lot of the people who made older FF games). Other than that, I can only name some Tales games, Suikoden 5 and Persona 3 as some of the more noteworthy JRPGs of the last 5 years or so. I just don't have as big an expectation so maybe that helps.

[Brushfire]

Also if you aren't a Strategy RPG or Card-Based RPG, turn based combat has been ruined by Kingdom Hearts and Oblivion.

[Maco70]

I hate you for this.

Gamestop.
I don't usually go there, but I walked in because I had time to kill.
Glad I did. =D

[atmuh]

I would hardly call novel-length text about God knows what amazing. Lost Oddessey suck a proverbial fat one.

yep yep yep
yep


yep

[Bleck]

^ Injin, are you serious?

Lost Odyssey is atrocious when it comes to its storytelling, minus the amazing dreams the main protagnist has. The actual story is told as if it was put together by a 5 year old, does it get better? Cause I am 5 hours into the game and I had to walk away, figuring I could just look up the dreams on a FAQ and read them there.

Zaid's idea of the perfect RPG is Final Fantasy 7

[prophetik]

Zaid's idea of the perfect RPG is Final Fantasy 7

it's apparent

[atmuh]

doesnt matter what his perfect rpg idea is lost odyssey was awful

[prophetik]

gamestop tries to sell that to me every time i go in, and every time i go in i just buy something off the used and discount rack. maybe they'll get the hint eventually...

[Malaki-LEGEND.sys]

Case in point: Lost Odysessey or whatever.

You really need to stop doing things that clearly aren't your cup of tea.

[Brushfire]

I gave LO a fair chance and it's boring characters, and god-awful storytelling fall flat on it's face.

If your so immortal, why the fuck is there a game over screen.

[Bigfoot]

Geometry Wars 2 is so fun. I got 34th place on Pacfism today, heh.

[Maco70]

Geometry Wars 2 is so fun. I got 34th place on Pacfism today, heh.

I tried the demo, it seemed a lot easier than the first one.
But not different enough.

1942 however...

[Maco70]

Zaid's idea of the perfect RPG is Final Fantasy 7

FF7 is a damn good game.
Yes it's over rated, and they took the series too far, but you cannot argue it is a good rpg.

Edit:Oh hey, a double post... This is the first time using tabs to post has turned out bad for me. O_o

[Bigfoot]

I tried the demo, it seemed a lot easier than the first one.
But not different enough.

1942 however...

You only got to try 1 mode though, which only lasts a few mins :P

And 1942's menu is sooooo annoying. Every time you select something *LOUD PLANES FLYING*.

[I-n-j-i-n]

I tried the demo, it seemed a lot easier than the first one.
But not different enough.

I think it's plenty different enough thanks to all the modes the first game should've had. The first game was spartan. It was just the core game. Now it has multiplayer mode (still needs to be live) and a ton of modes. Also, the 1080p definition is insane. I can barely even make out the tiny pixels the game uses. Rarely you see that in videogames.

[Maco70]

You only got to try 1 mode though, which only lasts a few mins :P

And 1942's menu is sooooo annoying. Every time you select something *LOUD PLANES FLYING*.

I was a little annoyed by that too, but I like the game enough to overlook that detail. Until they release "The Raiden Project" at least. But I won't buy it until I have my own xbox.


I think it's plenty different enough thanks to all the modes the first game should've had. The first game was spartan. It was just the core game. Now it has multiplayer mode (still needs to be live) and a ton of modes. Also, the 1080p definition is insane. I can barely even make out the tiny pixels the game uses. Rarely you see that in videogames.


I will say, it looked really sharp, and was a lot more fun that the first one. But I just can't justify buying the sequel when the original is so similar. That and I suck at the original. I think I'll stick to lumines for now.

[I-n-j-i-n]

Yeah, I think the optimal mileage of Geometry Wars is for those who can make it past 5 minutes without getting slaughtered.

[Bigfoot]

Yeah, I think the optimal mileage of Geometry Wars is for those who can make it past 5 minutes without getting slaughtered.

Sometimes you don't last long, but then sometimes you get that awesome run that lands you a really good score. Then you just want to keep on trying again and again....and again...

[anosou]

I didn't even know GW2 was out :O gotta get me some of that action!



..just one more SC4 match.

[prophetik]

i dunno, with all these great real games coming out i can't find time to play any XBLA games.

[atmuh]

i dunno how you can say that everything is boring except uno

[Bigfoot]

Good thing I got uno for FREE, and I don't even play it. lol

[atmuh]

lets play it sometime i love it

[Toadofsky]

I did have one, but I traded it in. I bought for 200 dollars from a friend. It was in good shape, but I just don't have the time to keep track of two game systems. Sounds ridiculous, I know. There are plenty of cool games on 360, and I can't wait to try some of the games coming out (my future roommate has one), like Mirror's Edge, Portal: Still Alive, and a few others. But I couldn't afford 60 dollar games everytime one came out, that, and it was starting to lock up for NO REASON. I wouldn't even play it for 15 minutes and it would lock up. I'm not trying to knock the system down, I know how that may sound to some. But I'm content with my Nintendo Wii and DS. Can't wait for Wario Land Shake and Kirby Super Star Deluxe on those. Sorry, I've got a knack for getting off topic on these forums.

[atmuh]

what an excellent post for 360 info!

[Maco70]

i dunno, with all these great real games coming out i can't find time to play any XBLA games.

And here I am playing Sneak king...

[I-n-j-i-n]

Maybe that's why the console was a $200 leftover.. Really, you can't take chances on resale like that.

[prophetik]

Maybe that's why the console was a $200 leftover.. Really, you can't take chances on resale like that.

yeah, you've gotta make sure it's been to m$ and back or else it won't have the firmware update...makes a big difference on long play times on keeping the heat down.

[sgx]

Question: if you make a high score in Geometry Wars 2 when you are not online, does it record the score to the leaderboards the next time you sign on, or was all that work for nought?

I really don't want to pay $99 for that damn wireless adapter, and I also really don't want to run net cable down a floor. :(

[Blake]

Question: if you make a high score in Geometry Wars 2 when you are not online, does it record the score to the leaderboards the next time you sign on, or was all that work for nought?

I really don't want to pay $99 for that damn wireless adapter, and I also really don't want to run net cable down a floor. :(

If you have a GameCrazy or GameStop near you, I guarantee they'll have a used one for 60 bucks. Well I can't guarantee, but the GameStop I went to had like 6 used wireless adapters for 60 bucks. Works like a charm. (Still it's 60 bucks. Then again it's not 100.)

[anosou]

Question: if you make a high score in Geometry Wars 2 when you are not online, does it record the score to the leaderboards the next time you sign on, or was all that work for nought?

I really don't want to pay $99 for that damn wireless adapter, and I also really don't want to run net cable down a floor. :(

You need to be connected to XBL for your high-scores to be posted on the leaderboards. And it sucks amazing ammounts of ass. I'm 99% at least.

Good news is the wi-fi adapter works very well. Can play matches in SoulCalibur IV with 4 bars, no issues at all.

[Tuned Logic]

You know, the adapter is expensive, but it's worth the dough for a great connection. You could also think of it like: two controllers to play w/ two friends is a hundred bucks, but adapter connects you with the world for the same price. If the quality of the adapter were spotty, I'd say it's not worth half of full price, but it really works well.

EDIT: I forgot to add, I'm on the second floor of my house with one, and my router is downstairs behind several walls. Perfect connection.

[Maco70]

I bought a copy of "big Bumpin" and it came with a 48 hour gold trial.
Anyone want to play Ikagura?

[Malaki-LEGEND.sys]

You know, the adapter is expensive, but it's worth the dough for a great connection. You could also think of it like: two controllers to play w/ two friends is a hundred bucks, but adapter connects you with the world for the same price. If the quality of the adapter were spotty, I'd say it's not worth half of full price, but it really works well.

EDIT: I forgot to add, I'm on the second floor of my house with one, and my router is downstairs behind several walls. Perfect connection.

That sounds good, but how's the download speed for Live Content? I'm thinking of grabbing one of these eventually and I just want to know if I'll suffer too much from it.

[Blake]

live content download is really fast in my house, with a wireless adapter on the xbox receiving from the cheap wireless router upstairs. Gets a lot of "oh wow this demo is already done downloading?" moments from me.

[Malaki-LEGEND.sys]

Crap double-post

[Maco70]

http://raiden.mossjp.co.jp/raiden4/x360/index.htm

Yes.

[Maco70]

Is trigger heart exelica worth buying?

The demo didn't tell me much, and I need something for when I start ripping my hair out from Ikagura.

[kupernikus]

Is trigger heart exelica worth buying?

The demo didn't tell me much, and I need something for when I start ripping my hair out from Ikagura.

Triggerheart is easy.... to a point.

[Maco70]

Triggerheart is easy.... to a point.

What point would that be?

[kupernikus]

What point would that be?

th epoint that you cant kill anything ever on hard without using your core. And that the good endings are hard as hell tog et...

[Maco70]

Galaga Legions.

Why does everyone seem to hate this game?

It's challenging, it's fun, and it's a new take on galaga.
Anyone else at least try the demo?

[Bigfoot]

Quick question.

My 360 died, and I'm going to exchange it for a new one. I plan on formatting my hard drive to wipe it clean since it saves my CC on there. When I get the new 360, will I be able to download whatever I've purchased onto the new one(mainly XBLA games)?

[Burn7 Toast]

My 360 died, and I'm going to exchange it for a new one. I plan on formatting my hard drive to wipe it clean since it saves my CC on there. When I get the new 360, will I be able to download whatever I've purchased onto the new one(mainly XBLA games)?

Yes, you can. I've actually downloaded my gamer profile onto another friends 360 temporarily just so I could download some arcade games to show him how awesome they were. If you do this, though you have to re-download it on to your own as you can't have an active profile in two places.

It was while my 360 was getting fixed too, so if I could do it on a friends I see no reason why you shouldnt be able to on your own.

[Bigfoot]

Ok, cool. Since I work there, I might just swap the hard drives to make it easier.

[VerSus22]

Does anyone have a word when Gears of War 2 comes out?

[Kenobio]

Does anyone have a word when Gears of War 2 comes out?

Tentatively November 7, 2008.

[anosou]

Galaga Legions.

Why does everyone seem to hate this game?

It's challenging, it's fun, and it's a new take on galaga.
Anyone else at least try the demo?

I totally love it but I'm totally dying at level 2 all the time :D Need to play it more though.

[Schwaltzvald]

Galaga Legions.

Why does everyone seem to hate this game?

It's challenging, it's fun, and it's a new take on galaga.
Anyone else at least try the demo?

I don't like the lines displaying how the enemies are gonna come at you...
While the enemies don't necessarily follow the actual path, as they home in on you, it still makes the game easier than it ought to be...

Then again I'm spoiled by games like Gradius, R-Type, Thunderforce, Donpachi and especially Touhou.

Galaga Legions is not a bad game, just not enough. Felt lacking imo...

Hell I even felt like wanting to go back to Esp.ra.de to find a challenge by using the weakest character using only the special attack. :lol:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5t6vZa9dus4&feature=related

[prophetik]

so, star wars?

[Maco70]

I totally love it but I'm totally dying at level 2 all the time :D Need to play it more though.

Play championship mode. Once you beat level 5, you can do anything.
I can't make it passed level 3 in adventure mode, so don't feel bad.

That aside, I need an xbox. I am going through video game withdraw without it.
Too bad I am a poor college student.
/whine

[Schwaltzvald]

I sent you a PM Mac...

[Bahamut]

So, Amazon currently has the 360 Elite for $400, but it comes with a $60 Amazon gift card. Great deal for those who don't currently have a 360, and is very tempting for any on the sidelines for it to fall down in price.

[Maco70]

I sent you a PM Mac...

Mac?

Thanks for the link, I'll be sure to check it out.

[Malaki-LEGEND.sys]

Bumpity bump.

So I finally have a TV! Huzzah! It's just a temporary loaner 'til I get my next paycheck and grab my 32' HD set, but it'll make do for now.

One annoying thing about it(and many other tube TVs) is that the image on the screen is a little off center which while not killing the experience, is definitely annoying. It would be nice if they added a feature in the next XBL update that would allow you to calibrate it. Aber es ist mir egal, weil werde ich bald mein neues Fernseher kaufen!

Anyway, on with the post. The Xbox Live Arcade has gotten some serious love while I was away with Duke Nukem 3D, Braid, Mega Man 9, and Castle Crashers, and I'm loving every minute of 'em.

Also, once I get my new Gold live card, I'll totally be up for some SCIV if y'all are still playing. Add Malakhim.

[BardicKnowledge]

^I'm still playing SC now and then. Invite me sometime if I'm on (it's MasterTenor).

Also, more of you 360 owners need to buy Gripshift (from XBLA). Multiplayer GS is the best thing ever -- the only problem is that only one other person I know has it.

[Maco70]

Also, more of you 360 owners need to buy Gripshift (from XBLA). Multiplayer GS is the best thing ever -- the only problem is that only one other person I know has it.

I thought the demo was atrocious.
Is the actual game any better?

Recently got my hands on Boom Boom Rocket, which was very good, contrasted by the demo, so I wouldn't be surprised if gripshift was decent.

[BardicKnowledge]

I don't know about the demo, as I bought it without playing it (my brohter had it, and I got to try it on his 360).

The actual game's challenge mode is great fun in single player, and the crazy car physics make for excellent jumping and racing. I think of the game in terms of a racing platformer -- that's how much emphasis there is on jumping and screwing around. The actual race mode admittedly plays more like a racer; the platforming mostly applies to challenge mode and multiplayer (reverse tag and deathmatch especially).

[Bigfoot]

Anyone buy Silent Hill Homecoming?

The battles can get pretty intense but GOOD GOD WHY ARE THE FREAKIN' NURSES SO DAMN HARD TO FIGHT?! They swing so fast at me that I can't even do a barrel roll dodge.

I guess it doesn't help that I jumped right in on hard mode from the start.

[Hale-Bopp]

Anyone know if a Banjo-Kazooie demo is coming out anytime soon? We just got a 360 recently and are looking forward to that game more than anything else at the moment.

[Zeklan]

Anyone buy Silent Hill Homecoming?

The battles can get pretty intense but GOOD GOD WHY ARE THE FREAKIN' NURSES SO DAMN HARD TO FIGHT?! They swing so fast at me that I can't even do a barrel roll dodge.

I guess it doesn't help that I jumped right in on hard mode from the start.


I've been getting my ass handed to me quite regularly.

Scarlet is a bitch.

[Maco70]

http://gizmodo.com/5058736/dealzmodo-50-off-new-xbox-360-free-shipping

Soon.

Also; I played the viva pinata demo yesterday...
...for about an hour. Worth getting?

[Solid Krono]

http://gizmodo.com/5058736/dealzmodo-50-off-new-xbox-360-free-shipping

Soon.

Also; I played the viva pinata demo yesterday...
...for about an hour. Worth getting?

Hmm, I might finally have to just bite the bullet and buy a 360. I guess I have to decide fast though, the offer expires on Monday :?

[Bigfoot]

Do it. It's such a good console.

[anosou]

Shout out for Lost Odyssey which ate like 60+ hours of my life (I loved at least 55 of them!). Go buy it cheap because no one else wants it!

[prophetik]

anyone got any good games for 360 they'd be willing to sell for relatively cheap?

[Maco70]

Do it. It's such a good console.

Sad that it's still out of my price range.
At this rate; I'll get one once the next xbox comes out.

[Thalzon]

Shout out for Lost Odyssey which ate like 60+ hours of my life (I loved at least 55 of them!). Go buy it cheap because no one else wants it!

I'm right at the end. Kaim, Sarah, and Ming have pretty much learned every skill I can possibly give them, and my main party (Kaim, Sarah, Ming, Tolen, Sed) is averaging around level 55. And now I find out that Cooke has her own tournament side quest... *sigh* Time to level her up.

Honestly, why her? She's level 40 and doesn't even have 1000 HP yet! She does like 150 damage with a physical attack at best, and even that's only against enemies which are so squishy Kaim can deal 2000.

[Solid Krono]

Well fuck, I decided to just do it and use the coupon to get a 360 for $250, but the coupon won't register. For some reason the one to get $50 off the elite does, but the one for the regular 60gb does nothing. The site said it would work through Monday, so I assumed it would work all day Monday...

[anosou]

I'm right at the end. Kaim, Sarah, and Ming have pretty much learned every skill I can possibly give them, and my main party (Kaim, Sarah, Ming, Tolen, Sed) is averaging around level 55. And now I find out that Cooke has her own tournament side quest... *sigh* Time to level her up.

Honestly, why her? She's level 40 and doesn't even have 1000 HP yet! She does like 150 damage with a physical attack at best, and even that's only against enemies which are so squishy Kaim can deal 2000.

Mind you that Cooke has to be like lvl 40 to finish that sidequest, it's supah easy!

Also, a tip, use Seth. You can't NOT use an immortal, if you compare the skills and abilities they'll learn you will kick yourself hard in the ass when you get to the Temple of Enlightenment.
Also, Tolten's end-game gear is sick but any immortal can use it because of the Royal Equipment skill so.. yeah.. ;)

I finished the game a few days ago, my main party (Kaim, Seth, Ming, Sed and Sarah) averaging lvl 82. Haven't gotten that damn treasure trove achievement, missing a few seeds etc.. Need to do all the backyard battles too! Need the Skillmaster achievements for the immortals too.. some rare stuff needed there. Otherwise I kinda raped this game :D

[Thalzon]

Yeah, after everyone else gouged Tolten of all his abilities, I plopped Seth back in the party. I tried doing the Temple of Enlightenment.... HELL no. Not at level 65, I'm getting raped.

I really need to get Ming and Sarah using level 7 white magic. I need Zephyrus, because I'm wasting a ridiculous amount of MP on healing otherwise.

Granted, being level 65 for the main dungeons makes them incredibly easy. Grand Staff was a joke.

[Schwaltzvald]

Anyone buy Silent Hill Homecoming?

The battles can get pretty intense but GOOD GOD WHY ARE THE FREAKIN' NURSES SO DAMN HARD TO FIGHT?! They swing so fast at me that I can't even do a barrel roll dodge.

I guess it doesn't help that I jumped right in on hard mode from the start.

I find it funny that big top reviewers make claims that thanks to Shepards' military background, the game's way too easy... Silent Hill always needs to be played on hardmode otherwise it wouldn't be fulfilling of an experience. Same with any survival horror game... I'm also surprised some of the reviewers bash on the game being way too different from the past titles. Soon as they left out SH4 I knew they screwed up on choosing the guy/gal to review Silent Hill HC..

I will get it myself, though for the PS3 version...

[Bigfoot]

Yeah, I've seen that a lot of reviews have given it pretty mediocre scores. I'm really enjoying this game. I love the battles between each monster just because of how difficult they can be. Sometimes you get lucky, and you make it out without a scratch. Other times, you get your ass handed to you.

Also, as your beating up a monster, they get a bunch of cuts and huge gashes from the pain you've delivered. I thought that was a nice touch instead of just having blood appear.

[Schwaltzvald]

Yeah, I've seen that a lot of reviews have given it pretty mediocre scores.

Which bothers me even more, not about whether I would play it or not, but how their reviews are based on. Resident Evil 4 was very different in regards to the earlier RE titles yet was lauded to being one of the best games of its time despite the changes. I can understand wanting the odd camera angles back but still, I would imagine SH:HC does have its moments.

Plus, imo, the original saga of SH had ended with Heather long ago where as Henry's story technically was a prelude to how far the town, or the OTHERSIDE, is willingly trying to intrude into reality. Feeding off the surrounding population's psyche.

[anosou]

Yeah, after everyone else gouged Tolten of all his abilities, I plopped Seth back in the party. I tried doing the Temple of Enlightenment.... HELL no. Not at level 65, I'm getting raped.

I really need to get Ming and Sarah using level 7 white magic. I need Zephyrus, because I'm wasting a ridiculous amount of MP on healing otherwise.

Granted, being level 65 for the main dungeons makes them incredibly easy. Grand Staff was a joke.

I say get Auto MP Recovery and some additional MP with skills. Do some side-bosses for the element absorb accessories (or do tolten's sidequest with the seals) and you'll be laughing at Enlightenment. I was around 40-45 when I did that (was 75 afterwards mind you).. Go look for skills'n'shizz!! :D be smart with rings and what you equip.

THREAD HIJACK: LOST ODYSSEY KICKS ASS.

that is all

[Malaki-LEGEND.sys]

As I am a poor college student, I am poor and am thus forced to make a choice. Therefore, impressions are required on the following games:

Tales of Vesperia
Infinite Undiscovery
Star Wars: TFU
Devil May Cry 4
Too Human
Silent Hill Homecomings(already talked about I know, but anything else would be welcome)

I know I'm grabbing Fallout 3 later this month, but I could afford one more, or I could grab a 4k point card and grab Mega Man 9, Bionic Commando Rearmed, Duke Nukem 3D, Braid, or Castle Crashers.

Go.

[prophetik]

too human is fun, but it's relatively short and way too long at the same time (only four official missions where you can customize your equipment afterwords, very long in that it took some 15 hours to beat the whole thing even though it was only four missions). if you can get someone else to get it too (and pay less than 30$ for it) it's worth the price because playing it together is a lot of fun. DMC4 is great fun if you like buttonmashers and the like. if you're not into pretty much straightforward action games with terrible voice acting and script writing, avoid. but i found the pc version enjoyable, and modable as well. force unleashed is great fun but too short and has a slightly empty storyline. wish it was on pc as well.

ok, there's three.

[Malaki-LEGEND.sys]

Mephisto wins.

[FR]

Star Wars: TFU is fun but not worth 60 bucks

[Thalzon]

Vesperia's pretty good. A lot like Abyss and Symphonia but with some added stuff (like fatal strikes, which kill normal enemies in one hit). Plus, for like the first time ever, the skits (the short scenes made of talking heads and not much else) are voiced. I've played about ten hours. It's plenty of fun, but expect some familiarity since it's the same battle system.

[BardicKnowledge]

As I am a poor college student, I am poor and am thus forced to make a choice. Therefore, impressions are required on the following games:

I know I'm grabbing Fallout 3 later this month, but I could afford one more, or I could grab a 4k point card and grab Mega Man 9, Bionic Commando Rearmed, Duke Nukem 3D, Braid, or Castle Crashers.

Go.


Done. Get XBLA games! Between BCR and MM9 (Braid is good but not as replayable), you won't get more gameplay for $20 ever.

My advice: Buy a 1600 point card, get BCR + MM9, and use the remaining $20 to buy some alcohol to enhance your cheap gaming experience. Also, college! :p

[LuketheXjesse]

As I am a poor college student, I am poor and am thus forced to make a choice. Therefore, impressions are required on the following games:

Tales of Vesperia
Infinite Undiscovery
Star Wars: TFU
Devil May Cry 4
Too Human
Silent Hill Homecomings(already talked about I know, but anything else would be welcome)

I know I'm grabbing Fallout 3 later this month, but I could afford one more, or I could grab a 4k point card and grab Mega Man 9, Bionic Commando Rearmed, Duke Nukem 3D, Braid, or Castle Crashers.

Go.

Mega Man 9

[Maco70]

Get Ikagura, or Marble Blast Ultra.
It really depends on what you're looking for. I have gotten more than 10 hours out of both of these games and am still playing them. This makes me feel justified in buying them.

And don't forget free titles.
Yaris isn't decent, but Aegis Wing is actually awesome.

Edit: Add me on XBL btw.

[atmuh]

ya tales of vesperia


btw i dont know why people keep saying lost odyssey was good it was incredibly boring and awful

[anosou]

ya tales of vesperia


btw i dont know why people keep saying lost odyssey was good it was incredibly boring and awful

you're incredibly boring and awful D:
I enjoyed that game.

[Malaki-LEGEND.sys]

I love you all.

But like Atmuh, I have a confession to make:


I haven't been able to get myself to finish Lost Odyssey.

It's just too "vanilla" I guess of an RPG. I mean I like it, but with other stuff on the horizon, it just doesn't seem that appealing.

[Maco70]

btw i dont know why people keep saying lost odyssey was good it was incredibly boring and awful

Less opinion, more evidence plz.

[Thalzon]

I love you all.

But like Atmuh, I have a confession to make:


I haven't been able to get myself to finish Lost Odyssey.

It's just too "vanilla" I guess of an RPG. I mean I like it, but with other stuff on the horizon, it just doesn't seem that appealing.

Totally understandable. I love the story, but the battles definitely leave a lot to be desired. Maybe if they make a sequel they'll spice it up a bit more.

[Maco70]

They've released DLC for it, is that interest or desperation?

[atmuh]

Less opinion, more evidence plz.

i stopped playing because in the first TWO HOURS OF THE GAME there is absolutely no combat, just INCREDIBLY BORING AND MOSTLY UNNECESSARY DIALOGUE
and then when i finally got to the fighting part the i could not beat the first boss at which point i said screw this and sold the game

[Maco70]

I saw the intro part of the game.
It looked exciting at least.

[atmuh]

yes that was exciting but after that i was boooooooooooored

[sae]

i stopped playing because in the first TWO HOURS OF THE GAME there is absolutely no combat, just INCREDIBLY BORING AND MOSTLY UNNECESSARY DIALOGUE
and then when i finally got to the fighting part the i could not beat the first boss at which point i said screw this and sold the game

I played through the first two discs and stopped out of boredom. I had no desire to see the second half of the story. Those memories were really awesome, though.

Edit: The memories he had of his past, not of playing the game :p

[Bigfoot]

Just beat Silent Hill Homecoming. Looooooved it.

[I-n-j-i-n]

Lost Odyssey is a definite love it or hate it deal. Personally I love it, but mostly because I really like traditional RPGs. Slow battles, droll dialogue? I don't mind. I still think it's overall one of the better made RPGs for the 360.

As for Silent Hill, I'm surprised it's actually getting decent reviews. I'm too scared to play it alone though... I'll let the ultra-game geek I know play it and let me watch..

[anosou]

i stopped playing because in the first TWO HOURS OF THE GAME there is absolutely no combat, just INCREDIBLY BORING AND MOSTLY UNNECESSARY DIALOGUE
and then when i finally got to the fighting part the i could not beat the first boss at which point i said screw this and sold the game

Damnit people, give it a chance. I mean Disc 3 and 4 has one of the most dynamic battles ever in a turn-based RPG.




DDDDD:

[Schwaltzvald]

As for Silent Hill, I'm surprised it's actually getting decent reviews. I'm too scared to play it alone though... I'll let the ultra-game geek I know play it and let me watch..

You really shouldn't be too scared to just play it, and what better way to deal with your fears but to face it head on... You've at least played the older titles right..?

[I-n-j-i-n]

You really shouldn't be too scared to just play it, and what better way to deal with your fears but to face it head on... You've at least played the older titles right..?

I miraculously beat Silent Hill 2 a few times for the different endings. Couldn't take it after that. heh

I can handle anything with lots of guns and crazy stuff happening all over, but I can't handle lonely stuff. Lonely, creepy stuff. Especially if you're stripped of all weapons like I was so glad they announced Resident Evil 5 had the co-op..

Haunting Ground, Fatal Frame... no weapons and I couldn't find myself going through them even if they are well made as games. Eternal Darkness was spooky too, but at least you could go packing with magic and guns/swords in that one.

[Schwaltzvald]

I miraculously beat Silent Hill 2 a few times for the different endings. Couldn't take it after that. heh

I can handle anything with lots of guns and crazy stuff happening all over, but I can't handle lonely stuff. Lonely, creepy stuff. Especially if you're stripped of all weapons like I was so glad they announced Resident Evil 5 had the co-op..

Haunting Ground, Fatal Frame... no weapons and I couldn't find myself going through them even if they are well made as games. Eternal Darkness was spooky too, but at least you could go packing with magic and guns/swords in that one.

SH1 though technically you're not unarmed.. at least a little after the intro you're not. Same with SH3 and hell in SH4 they thrust the trusty old pipe to you to beat the tar out of your enemies before you even get to their territory (get the god damn axe it's a real life saver). Give them a try some day... Also technically you're not alone when in Silent Hill :lol:

You've also forgot Clock Tower 3. Oh sure you got a "weapon" but the damn thing is barely useful in which in all practicality you're truly unarmed. To make matters worse if you're panicing not only do you become much easier prey but also you start panicking in real like because you can't seem to control the protagonist correctly when she's panicking in the first place; least till you get to a boss fight. :lol:

Edit: In fatal frame you had a weapon which came in the form of a camera. I've not played Haunting Ground but I'm familiar with the whole, immortal creatures that keep coming after you, in particularly the Victims from SH4...

[Maco70]

most dynamic battles ever in a turn-based RPG.


This is a very large statement you just made.
]Are you sticking with it?

[Thalzon]

Damnit people, give it a chance. I mean Disc 3 and 4 has one of the most dynamic battles ever in a turn-based RPG.


As if. Besides, it's completely reasonable to not want to force yourself through 20-30 hours of what can be seen as tedium to get to the good stuff. I like the game, but I'm not gonna sing its praises to anyone, because honestly? There's not a whole lot there that can be praised in an objective light.

[I-n-j-i-n]

I do think some of the latter battles in Lost Odyssey were incredible. Very nice balance of difficulty for the most part. Turn based battle is just incredibly oldschool, so I can see why people wouldn't be so impressed nowadays. Like I said, the game is good as long as you're the type of gamer to be impressed with that kind of effort in 2008.

SH1 though technically you're not unarmed.. at least a little after the intro you're not. Same with SH3 and hell in SH4 they thrust the trusty old pipe to you to beat the tar out of your enemies before you even get to their territory (get the god damn axe it's a real life saver). Give them a try some day... Also technically you're not alone when in Silent Hill :lol:

You've also forgot Clock Tower 3. Oh sure you got a "weapon" but the damn thing is barely useful in which in all practicality you're truly unarmed. To make matters worse if you're panicing not only do you become much easier prey but also you start panicking in real like because you can't seem to control the protagonist correctly when she's panicking in the first place; least till you get to a boss fight. :lol:

Edit: In fatal frame you had a weapon which came in the form of a camera. I've not played Haunting Ground but I'm familiar with the whole, immortal creatures that keep coming after you, in particularly the Victims from SH4...

Haunting Ground, you're just a girl with a dog. To my knowledge, all you do is run, run, run. Which is frankly the scariest thing ever you can do in a survival horror game. Especially when the game turns monochrome when you get really scared (in game), the girl actually becomes harder to control (like with Clock Tower apparently) and your best way of 'attacking' is by sending a dog onto them. The overall package isn't as impressive as Silent Hill or Resident Evil, so no wonder people overlooked it. But that kind of game is simply too scary.

[anosou]

As if.

You know nothing, NOTHING I TELL YOU!

This is a very large statement you just made.
Are you sticking with it?

I also said one of, that might be wrong grammar-wise but you get what I meant. The skill system is fantabulous when you start to get what's important. Backyard battles are challenging, and so on.

[Maco70]

I just realized that nobody has mentioned the new "xbox 360 experience".
I got an e-mail today informing me I lack insufficient space (I don't have an xbox) for the new experience (all 128mb of it) therefore I will be unable to access xbox live.

Bull!!!!

[anosou]

I just realized that nobody has mentioned the new "xbox 360 experience".
I got an e-mail today informing me I lack insufficient space (I don't have an xbox) for the new experience (all 128mb of it) therefore I will be unable to access xbox live.

Bull!!!!

I lol'd!

when's it due?

[I-n-j-i-n]

November 19th-ish?

I'm personally looking forward to it a lot. Avatars are nice, but the entire interface will be smoothened out (FINALLY) and you can actually get to see the wallpaper a bit. And finally a non-Xbox1-era user interface. I still wish it was as ambitious as Home is, but that might be a bit too ambitious..

[Bigfoot]

Speaking of the new 360 experience... for those of you that bought a 360 that didn't come with a hard drive or memory unit, Microsoft is offering a fre 512mb memory card, or a 20gig hard drive for $20.

Just enter your serial number to see if you're eligible.

http://www.xbox.com/en-US/support/hardware/memoryupdate/default.htm

[anosou]

Speaking of the new 360 experience... for those of you that bought a 360 that didn't come with a hard drive or memory unit, Microsoft is offering a fre 512mb memory card, or a 20gig hard drive for $20.

Just enter your serial number to see if you're eligible.

http://www.xbox.com/en-US/support/hardware/memoryupdate/default.htm

HELL FUCKING YEAH! I've bought a harddrive and MU now but I didn't get it when I bought one :3 hopefully that'll count.

Also, I'm looking forward to seeing how they handle avatar clothing! Achievement-unlockable t-shirts and from-game-outfits would kick serious ammounts of ass. And yes, my backgrounds will finally be visible!

[Maco70]

You're really excited for avatars?
I think they're kinda tacky, and I hope they're optional.

[anosou]

You're really excited for avatars?
I think they're kinda tacky, and I hope they're optional.

I like putting clothes on doll-like stuff, mkay? :3

[Bigfoot]

You're really excited for avatars?
I think they're kinda tacky, and I hope they're optional.

They're optional. You can still use gamer pics if you wish.

[FuriousFure]

I'm actually looking forward to the avatars. Getting a wii is becoming more and more unnecessary.

VC = XBLA
Miis = Avatars

all they need its a crazy motion sensor controllers and Shigeru Miyamoto to top it off.

Plus Xbox has got Xbox Vision, a decent online service, and First Person Shooters.

[Maco70]

They're optional. You can still use gamer pics if you wish.

Good, but where did you read this?
I wasn't able to find it.

[anosou]

They're optional. You can still use gamer pics if you wish.

I wanna use both!
Having a gay person that doesn't look like me AND a way to show my fanboy-ism of a certain X360-title is just priceless.

[Bigfoot]

Good, but where did you read this?
I wasn't able to find it.

I'm pretty sure I read it somewhere on kotaku or joystiq around E3.

[Malaki-LEGEND.sys]

So I gave online gaming a shot earlier with Halo 3 again after getting my gold back.

...No lag. YAY!!

Once I play some more Tales of Vesperia and Ninja Gaiden 2, I'm up for some Soul Calibur IV or DOA4 or even some Beautiful Katamari.

[The Biznut]

If anyone else played SquareEnix's Project Sylpheed, what did you think of the cutscenes? I personally thought some of the dogfight scenes were totally gorgeous! I almost bought a High Def Video Capture card for my comp just so I could play through it and get those vids...

[anosou]

If anyone else played SquareEnix's Project Sylpheed, what did you think of the cutscenes? I personally thought some of the dogfight scenes were totally gorgeous! I almost bought a High Def Video Capture card for my comp just so I could play through it and get those vids...

Sure, but more than that the game kicked ass! Also, don't say SquareEnix's Project Sylpheed, they just published it. Game Arts (Grandia and more) SETA and Anima developed it. :3

[prophetik]

um...FABLE 2.

GET IT.

[anosou]

um...FABLE 2.

GET IT.

Pre-booked the collector's edition. WHO DA MAN!? I DA MAN!

[Bahamut]

um...FABLE 2.

GET IT.

Meh.


So I've been pretty busy lately with Tales of Vesperia for my gaming - so far it has been quite better than I expected about 26 hours in, and definitely would recommend it to any 360 owner looking for an RPG fix.

[Malaki-LEGEND.sys]

Infinite Undiscovery is also a great game. I was a bit turned off at first due to the mixed reviews, but when I saw the TRU buy 2 get 1 free deal last week, I caved and grabbed it along with Tales of Vesperia and Ninja Gaiden 2.

I'm currently busy with ToV right now so I won't dive further into IU than the 4 hours I have thus far(which have been awesome), but once I finish Vesperia(in which I keep wanting to press Y for my vertical attack ala Soul Calibur for some reason...) which is also amazing, I'll get right on it.

As for Ninja Gaiden 2, it's pretty much the same as the first, but multiplied by 10 to the power of awesome. I'll give some decent impressions soon(whatever happened to our game reviews thread btw?).

Hurray for post dyslexia.

[Zombie]

So I've been pretty busy lately with Tales of Vesperia for my gaming.

and

I'm currently busy with ToV right now

Everybody playing it! As soon as i am done with Dead Space i will be jumping right back into it. I wanted to get the shorter game out of the way earlier. ToV is awesome.

[anosou]

I want Tales of Vesperia too.. damn Europe and their.. countries.. and.. shit.. :'(

[prophetik]

if everyone keeps talking about it, i might have to pick it up too.

[Malaki-LEGEND.sys]

I cannot stress enough how good the game is. You won't regret it if you do grab it sometime. It's no wonder this game sold 360s in Japan like crazy.

I think Shane Bettenhausen of 1up said the game's combat played a lot like a fighting game, and like I said before, I keep wanting to instinctively hit the Y button ala SCIV. The combat is pretty engaging to say the least. It's fun times.

[Maco70]

Anybody purchase "portal: still alive"?
I am hard pressed, since I already have the orange box. But I am still interested.

[Malaki-LEGEND.sys]

From what I understand, it's pretty much a stand alone version of Portal for the 360 along with some extra missions here and there, although the extras don't include Glados' voiceovers and I think they're based on some flash version of the game or something.

I'd grab it for 15 bucks if I didn't already have The Orange Box.

[Thalzon]

Vesperia's a great game, but man... I can't help but feel sorely disappointed by the story. Not even Blue Dragon let me down this much (granted, BD was pretty mediocre in terms of story from the start). Not to spoil anything, but the final boss and ending were absolute, predictable lameness.

I guess I just put my expectations too high after Abyss's refreshing characters and extensive, tight plot. Vesperia's story ultimately proves lazy and sapped a good deal of enjoyment from the game for me.

That said, I'm on my second playthrough now. I even mastered all the recipes with Yuri.

[The Biznut]

Sure, but more than that the game kicked ass! Also, don't say SquareEnix's Project Sylpheed, they just published it. Game Arts (Grandia and more) SETA and Anima developed it. :3
Thanks for the Correction, Soundscape. And you are correct to say the game kicked ass!