Exactly my point-- ODST still packed in a lot, and it's unfair to solely bash ODST when it offered more than most retail games.
I think that ODST could have been and should have been better, but ultimately there was no reason for Bungie to put so much effort into a game that wasn't that big of a deal compared to Reach.
Ah ok. I disagree and consider MAG to look slightly worse than other FPS's. Today's absolute FPS standard is Killzone 2. And since I'm not expecting K2 standards on MAG, it still falls under the average standard.
I think that MAG is simply a standard game that has the unique difference of 256 players. It's clear that the number of players aren't meant to depict a chaotic war even though it should in some way, but rather, the 256 players seems important to support the player hiera...
Really, best RTS?
How many how you played?
Regarding ODST, it's largely considered a very naughty cash grab. I'm inclined to agree. I don't really find it fair that ODST gets all the hate for being "overpriced" since that argument is applicable to numerous games, but I think that considering how successful ODST was, it's understandable.
I mean, ODST basically proved that Bungie can do an average job and get away with it if they slap "Halo&...
I'm excited for it too. Bungie is great (no, not the user above), and this would be their first big/serious project since Halo 3 considering how underwhelming Halo Wars and ODST was. So they better deliver, and I'm sure they will.
I just hope they make enough of a jump from Halo 3/ODST.
As a fan of Halo it's going to kill me not to own a 360. I'm still not going to get one, but I still want to play what is unarguably the system seller for the Xbox.
Regardless of Halo, I'm glad u at least agree that animations and graphics are subpar.
But I don't get why your comparing MAG to something 3 years old.
People keep ignoring MAG's issues by bringing up other games, but that doesn't address the issue at all.
And of course, it's just not the graphical issues I am bringing up. In fact, graphics aren't that big of a deal, but it's a little underwhelming how the feel of the game is. Compare it to something lik...
Ok..not sure how Reach is relevant to this... but I don't think the trailer was trying to show intensity to begin with, so I don't know why you would even bring that up.
They have things somewhat of that nature.
Also, I'm pretty sure all addictions are bad, so I don't see why porn is being picked out.
Glad I'm not the only one who sees through this game.
I don't even think this is a step forward in online gaming. Large-player games have existed before and have pulled of gameplay better.
And besides, more players isn't an innovative thing. Smaller games are JUST as fun, if not more so because it's much more personal and competitive. It's as if Zipper just wanted to show off they can DO 256 players. I feel that it ended up in them spending much more time with coding...
I'll see how it goes ;)
I'm interested in tuning and customizing, even though I probably don't know half the terms lol.
Again, I'll see how it goes.
I just wished Zipper would make a true Socom sequel instead.
Like, I mean come on, there are so many FPS's out there, the PS3 didn't need another one, especially one that is standard when stripped of its main attraction (256 players).
You assume that people who don't like MAG are COD players? Why would you even make that assumption? Has it occurred to you that MAG is simply average? I mean, you may think otherwise, but why slander a critic and accuse them for being a COD fan? At least criticize the criticism instead of calling them names.
MAG has an online system that is pretty deep but the actual gameplay is standard.
Also, Halo 3 is like 3 years old-- why compare it with such an old game?
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I am absolutely sure this game is nothing special. Graphics are terrible (sacrificed for the enormous # of players I assume). The animations look even worse, and the 256 players is just too much. It even seems that Zipper knew that so you end up playing in sections for the majority of the time which dilutes the whole effect. The thing that made MAG unique was the number of players and if it can't even offer gameplay that resembles it then it's pretty disappointing.
Looking back ...
I do agree that video games can distract from school work and education though. And I do think that video games tend to enable little 12 yr old brats to be more aggressive and... well, brats.
But I don't think it's fair to single out video games only. Like anything else (ANYTHING Else) too much of something is never ever good.
This goes for junk food, tv, sleeping, etc.
Maybe they are all from the devil too?
Definitive is a pretty bold word, and as person who is not a fan of the entire genre I question how "definitive" and how far this genre can be pushed.
I don't get how this genre is so popular, but different strokes I guess.
Anyways, I have no doubt this game will deliver and please those interested; Youtube uploading sounds terrific and it's a feature that needs to be incorporated in many other games like MW2 or Killzone 2, etc.
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PS3 exclusives on a cheaper console would be a good deal. I bought my PS3 when it was too expensive. When I bought it I was worried about the game library but I love the PS3 games to date. Today I feel it is Sony innovating and being the most consistent when it offers new software experiences. The software is always the biggest factor in buying/defining a console.
I still really would love to play some 360 exclusives like Halo 3 and Gears. The reason why I chose the PS3 was becau...
What you listed is the exact skepticism people have with OnLive.
That's why ultimately, we will have to wait and see.
One issue I have is the idea that I never actually "own" the games I buy. If they are tied to my account and if I have to pay to play, then OnLive is going to be a big trust issue.
We will see what happens, but right now, OnLive seems like a good idea, but there a lot of stumbling blocks to get over.
Good list, I agree with cold-blooded canceling out HBS.
Ninja completely ruins the game because you can't hear people's footsteps. And the perk (Sitrep) that makes footsteps louder doesn't even counter Ninja.
I don't know why you are fine with stopping power though. It ruins the gun stats and makes everything way too easy to kill.
It's good to be skeptical. As long as Sony or anyone else doesn't slander or become unprofessional about OnLive I'm fine.
Let's face it, if anybody knows about skepticism, it's Sony and Microsoft. Both ridiculed for entering the gaming market, yet both made huge impacts on the industry.
Everybody is skeptical about OnLive because it's so much different, but everybody should also be optimistic too. In other words, I personally am cautiously optimistic. OnLive is serio...
1887's were "fixed" but IW failed to take into consideration the FMJ. Highly annoying, and they better deal with them again. I find the idea of dual wielding any gun besides handguns to be absolutely stupid. Dual wielding two overpowered shotguns is a completely stupid decision.
I have no problems with deathstreaks. Not only are they uncommon, but they are a good defense for players who are getting owned by the terrible spawn system. Painkiller annoys me too, but at lea...
Agreed.
I mean, as good as this piece may be, speculation doesn't hold much water, especially when very little with Natal is known.
I myself am optimistic but concerned with the lack of a physical controller.