My brother LOVES Tales of Vesperia, but he loves all games in that series, including the only-in-Japanese ones, which he plays with a walkthrough translator open on his desktop. If you liked the other ones in the series, I assume you'd like it.I'm looking for a good RPG to play on the Xbox 360.has anyone played Lost Oddessy or Tales of Vesperia yet?btw fallout 3,mass effect, and elder scrolls I own.
Both are very good. If I had to choose between the two I would go Lost Oddysey.bosoxs45 said:I'm looking for a good RPG to play on the Xbox 360.has anyone played Lost Oddessy or Tales of Vesperia yet?
Lost oddessey is a great game. Its does have some characters that will bug you but it wasn't a deal breaker. Its a throw back to the playstation final fantasy days. I think its made by some of the original ff creators and the music is composed by the same dude also. If you like turn based rpgs its a good one. The story is average to good, nothing like some of the great rpgs, but there are like 28 or something long diary entries that are text only with composed music that are off the charts in quality. By far, the best writing in rpgs in a long time.Both are very good. If I had to choose between the two I would go Lost Oddysey.bosoxs45 said:I'm looking for a good RPG to play on the Xbox 360.has anyone played Lost Oddessy or Tales of Vesperia yet?
Curse you and bless you for this. I picked this up tonight and made myself stop playing just now. Very fun and quite difficult. I started over after Phalanx (and probably will many times to get a feel for all the classes). Main reason I started over, though, is cause I just kept going after getting to stage 1-2 and died and lost 7k soul points. Fun game!I'm currently playing Demon's Souls. So far, this game is absolutely awesome. If you haven't seen a review yet, it's basically Dungeons and Dragons on the PS3. It's also very old-school in the sense that there's no in-game pause and no checkpoints. If you die in a particular level, you go all the way back to the start of that level. And just about every enemy you encounter is quite capable of killing you if you're careless. I haven't played a game like this since when I had my Sega Genesis. It's not as difficult as many of the reviews have made it out to be, but it is definitely unforgiving and it never holds your hand. I have Uncharted 2 coming from Amazon next week, and I'm really wishing these two games had been spaced out more because I hate having to take time away from either.
If you have a PS3, you should really do some research on this game and at least give it a rental to see if its for you.
Curse you and bless you for this. I picked this up tonight and made myself stop playing just now. Very fun and quite difficult. I started over after Phalanx (and probably will many times to get a feel for all the classes). Main reason I started over, though, is cause I just kept going after getting to stage 1-2 and died and lost 7k soul points. Fun game!I'm currently playing Demon's Souls. So far, this game is absolutely awesome. If you haven't seen a review yet, it's basically Dungeons and Dragons on the PS3. It's also very old-school in the sense that there's no in-game pause and no checkpoints. If you die in a particular level, you go all the way back to the start of that level. And just about every enemy you encounter is quite capable of killing you if you're careless. I haven't played a game like this since when I had my Sega Genesis. It's not as difficult as many of the reviews have made it out to be, but it is definitely unforgiving and it never holds your hand. I have Uncharted 2 coming from Amazon next week, and I'm really wishing these two games had been spaced out more because I hate having to take time away from either.
If you have a PS3, you should really do some research on this game and at least give it a rental to see if its for you.
It has been on my radar for about 2 yrs now, so am curious to see how it turns out.Anyone picking up Borderlands on the 20th? Looks like a Diablo style FPS.
I am getting for the 360. Look me up if you get it - HitEm20 gamer tagIt has been on my radar for about 2 yrs now, so am curious to see how it turns out.Anyone picking up Borderlands on the 20th? Looks like a Diablo style FPS.
I'm getting either Tues or Wed, but I'll be playing it. GT is Keyser Sozed. I am a big diablo 2 fan so I'm excited.I am getting for the 360. Look me up if you get it - HitEm20 gamer tagIt has been on my radar for about 2 yrs now, so am curious to see how it turns out.Anyone picking up Borderlands on the 20th? Looks like a Diablo style FPS.
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Enjoy! Probably one of my favorite games on the 360. Andrew Ryan is one of coolest characters in a game ever.I picked up Bioshock yesterday. Brand new copy for 19.99![]()
Fan of Frank Fontaine myself.Enjoy! Probably one of my favorite games on the 360. Andrew Ryan is one of coolest characters in a game ever.I picked up Bioshock yesterday. Brand new copy for 19.99![]()
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Its like Bourne meets Indiana Jones. Sweet action scenes and damn good voice acting. I have alot of games I need to play including Brutal Legend, Borderlands, Assassins Creed 2 and maybe Forza 3.Just got in 4 50 doller Best Buy Gift Cards courtesy of Citibanks Thank You Network, so that'll cut into the cost.
This is what I have been playing on the PC..........and has, to this point, kept me from joining in on the FBG Left4Dead runs.I picked up Bioshock yesterday. Brand new copy for 19.99![]()
My only complaint was thatFan of Frank Fontaine myself.Enjoy! Probably one of my favorite games on the 360. Andrew Ryan is one of coolest characters in a game ever.I picked up Bioshock yesterday. Brand new copy for 19.99![]()
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I'm very stoked for this game. I already got my Tuesday all planned out to get the most playing time in possibleI'm getting either Tues or Wed, but I'll be playing it. GT is Keyser Sozed. I am a big diablo 2 fan so I'm excited.I am getting for the 360. Look me up if you get it - HitEm20 gamer tagIt has been on my radar for about 2 yrs now, so am curious to see how it turns out.Anyone picking up Borderlands on the 20th? Looks like a Diablo style FPS.
What happens if you die when you do this? Where do you restart from - the beginning of the level?You didn't turn off the vitachambers like me?
Or your last save point. You just play the game like any other game with saves at that point. But Big Daddy's are a bigger challenge since you don't have unlimited lives to defeat one. (Not that they aren't easy after the first couple anyway)That reminds me, Steve, don't forget to download the free Bioshock DLC for the X360. I adds extra cheap plasmids, bug fixes and achievements to the gameWhat happens if you die when you do this? Where do you restart from - the beginning of the level?You didn't turn off the vitachambers like me?
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Very good game, haven't been able to set Demon's Souls aside for it though. That game is pretty danged addicting.IvanKaramazov said:One said:Playing Uncharted 2.AWESOME.![]()
I set Demon's Souls aside temporarily for this game, and it really is as good as advertised. It's like playing an action movie. I loved the first one, and at least so far the sequel is better on every conceivable dimension.
You just go back to the main menu and start from your save, but I also like to put a cap on my saves to where I only do them before major events or full clears. That makes it tougher. Having the difficulty on high makes the game feel totally different and more exciting.SlaX said:Or your last save point. You just play the game like any other game with saves at that point. But Big Daddy's are a bigger challenge since you don't have unlimited lives to defeat one. (Not that they aren't easy after the first couple anyway)That reminds me, Steve, don't forget to download the free Bioshock DLC for the X360. I adds extra cheap plasmids, bug fixes and achievements to the gameAdebisi said:What happens if you die when you do this? Where do you restart from - the beginning of the level?SlaX said:You didn't turn off the vitachambers like me?
I'm gonna be lilith on my first play through. If I get the game on Tues it won't be till 9:30pm pacific, but on Wed I'll be on from 12:30pm till whenever. Whats your GT?awesomeness said:I'm very stoked for this game. I already got my Tuesday all planned out to get the most playing time in possiblemadshot31 said:I'm getting either Tues or Wed, but I'll be playing it. GT is Keyser Sozed. I am a big diablo 2 fan so I'm excited.Buddy Ball 2K3 said:I am getting for the 360. Look me up if you get it - HitEm20 gamer tagMad Cow said:It has been on my radar for about 2 yrs now, so am curious to see how it turns out.Buddy Ball 2K3 said:Anyone picking up Borderlands on the 20th? Looks like a Diablo style FPS.I'm having a lot of trouble deciding what character i'm going to be though. I've eliminated Roland as a possibility, but i can't decide who to be of the other 3. What are you guys' plans?
Going with Roland only because I am a huge Stephen King fan and I cant pass up on the Gunslingers name.I'm gonna be lilith on my first play through. If I get the game on Tues it won't be till 9:30pm pacific, but on Wed I'll be on from 12:30pm till whenever. Whats your GT?awesomeness said:I'm very stoked for this game. I already got my Tuesday all planned out to get the most playing time in possibleI'm having a lot of trouble deciding what character i'm going to be though. I've eliminated Roland as a possibility, but i can't decide who to be of the other 3. What are you guys' plans?
I play on the PS3.I'm gonna be lilith on my first play through. If I get the game on Tues it won't be till 9:30pm pacific, but on Wed I'll be on from 12:30pm till whenever. Whats your GT?awesomeness said:I'm very stoked for this game. I already got my Tuesday all planned out to get the most playing time in possiblemadshot31 said:I'm getting either Tues or Wed, but I'll be playing it. GT is Keyser Sozed. I am a big diablo 2 fan so I'm excited.Buddy Ball 2K3 said:I am getting for the 360. Look me up if you get it - HitEm20 gamer tagMad Cow said:It has been on my radar for about 2 yrs now, so am curious to see how it turns out.I'm having a lot of trouble deciding what character i'm going to be though. I've eliminated Roland as a possibility, but i can't decide who to be of the other 3. What are you guys' plans?
I'll take the lack of responses to mean "no"...Steve Tasker said:Anyone played Wet?
I usually know about many of the mainstream games but I have never even heard of "Wet."I'll take the lack of responses to mean "no"...Steve Tasker said:Anyone played Wet?
It kinda set up like it's supposed to be a grindhouse-style, 70s B-movie. Third-person perspective, heavy use of swords and guns.People nicknamed it "Kill Bill: the video game"...basically some chick who runs around with swords and guns and murders a bunch of people. It's intentionally really gory and bloody, with a really over the top Steven Seagal-type plot. I liked what I saw in the previews/gameplay - walking on walls, slowing down time, things like that.I heard the demo sucked, and a lot of people who played the demo never ended up buying the game. But I hear that the people who did buy the game were impressed, and said it's a lot better than the demo. I considered it when it came out a few months ago, but never bought it. When I was at the store looking for Bioshock, I was reminded of how I wanted to play Wet - I think it was discounted to $30 or $40. I'll probably buy it when I'm done working through Bioshock.I usually know about many of the mainstream games but I have never even heard of "Wet."I'll take the lack of responses to mean "no"...Steve Tasker said:Anyone played Wet?
i liked the demo.Steve Tasker said:It kinda set up like it's supposed to be a grindhouse-style, 70s B-movie. Third-person perspective, heavy use of swords and guns.People nicknamed it "Kill Bill: the video game"...basically some chick who runs around with swords and guns and murders a bunch of people. It's intentionally really gory and bloody, with a really over the top Steven Seagal-type plot. I liked what I saw in the previews/gameplay - walking on walls, slowing down time, things like that.I heard the demo sucked, and a lot of people who played the demo never ended up buying the game. But I hear that the people who did buy the game were impressed, and said it's a lot better than the demo. I considered it when it came out a few months ago, but never bought it. When I was at the store looking for Bioshock, I was reminded of how I wanted to play Wet - I think it was discounted to $30 or $40. I'll probably buy it when I'm done working through Bioshock.madshot31 said:I usually know about many of the mainstream games but I have never even heard of "Wet."Steve Tasker said:I'll take the lack of responses to mean "no"...Steve Tasker said:Anyone played Wet?
I really enjoyed it also, although I like the first one better. The graphics were better and the story was as good or better than the first one, I just liked the different vehicles and I think the first one was a little harder and the puzzles weren't as obvious to me. That said, I would still recommend it.IvanKaramazov said:One said:Playing Uncharted 2.AWESOME.![]()
I set Demon's Souls aside temporarily for this game, and it really is as good as advertised. It's like playing an action movie. I loved the first one, and at least so far the sequel is better on every conceivable dimension.
Wet was enjoyable enough for one play-through, but nothing special. In the beginning it's stylistically fresh, but the gameplay / level design is the same all the way through. I never got a sense the plot or gameplay was building towards something. In fact, I was slightly surprised when it was over, as I had no idea at any point that I was close to concluding the plot. Of course, that may have something to do with the fact that the storyline was uninspired, so I drank and jammed tunes through most of the game. Overall, I'd recommend it as a rental, but not a game that has multiple play-through potential.i liked the demo.It kinda set up like it's supposed to be a grindhouse-style, 70s B-movie. Third-person perspective, heavy use of swords and guns.People nicknamed it "Kill Bill: the video game"...basically some chick who runs around with swords and guns and murders a bunch of people. It's intentionally really gory and bloody, with a really over the top Steven Seagal-type plot. I liked what I saw in the previews/gameplay - walking on walls, slowing down time, things like that.I heard the demo sucked, and a lot of people who played the demo never ended up buying the game. But I hear that the people who did buy the game were impressed, and said it's a lot better than the demo. I considered it when it came out a few months ago, but never bought it. When I was at the store looking for Bioshock, I was reminded of how I wanted to play Wet - I think it was discounted to $30 or $40. I'll probably buy it when I'm done working through Bioshock.I usually know about many of the mainstream games but I have never even heard of "Wet."I'll take the lack of responses to mean "no"...Anyone played Wet?
Don't expect much diversity from Bioshock...you fight the same two characters over and over(splicers/daddies)....the game play and graphics are pretty sweet thoughGetting FIFA on my lunch todaySteve Tasker said:Finished Mirror's Edge today. I recommend it if you're looking for a fun game to occupy ~15 hours of single-player. I can't imagine I'll be replaying it, but it was good. I'll buy the sequel if they make one.
FIFA comes out tomorrow. I need to see what gets better reviews - PS3 or Xbox. I plan on picking it up on Friday, assuming I can find a non-reserved copy.
So at this point, for me, it looks like....
To play
FIFA - will play the #### out of this game, PS3 or Xbox, like I always do
Bioshock - Xbox - just started the game, about 45 minutes in, will play a bit
Good points all. From what I've heard so far (apologies if you already know all this), the story will again take place in Rapture (but you can go outside into the water now, to some extent); you will be the original prototype Big Daddy (the story revolving around how you came to be the first Big Daddy); a Little Sister who was left behind has now become a "Big Sister," which is essentially the equivalent of a Big Daddy from the first game; and you're a different guy altogether than the protagonist from the original (with no details at this point of what became of the hero from the original).Bioshock was awesome, but I'm really not sold at all on a sequel. Part of what made the game so great was how you had to piece together the backstory on your own to figure out everything that led up to your arrival at Rapture. That and the environment iteself. The actual gameplay was only so-so, especially considering how the game gets really, really easy around Fort Frolick or so. The problem with a sequel is that it's going to be extremely hard to come back with a similarly-engrossing story or a similarly-immersive environment. I'm worried that it's just going to be another iteration of "throw security bullseye on that guy and break a window."
updatedSteve Tasker said:Finished Mirror's Edge today. I recommend it if you're looking for a fun game to occupy ~15 hours of single-player. I can't imagine I'll be replaying it, but it was good. I'll buy the sequel if they make one.
FIFA comes out tomorrow. I need to see what gets better reviews - PS3 or Xbox. I plan on picking it up on Friday, assuming I can find a non-reserved copy.
So at this point, for me, it looks like....
To play
Gears of War 1 - need to beat insane co-op
Gears of War 2 - need to beat insane co-op, co-op Road to Ruin, and AT LEAST get to level 50 (currently level 49)
FIFA - will play the #### out of this game, PS3 or Xbox, like I always do
Bioshock - Xbox - just started the game, about 45 minutes in, will play a bit
Modern Warfare 2 - Xbox - preordered it
Might buy
Wet - not sure PS3 or Xbox
MAG - PS3
Bioshock 2 - if Bioshock is as good as everyone says, I'll be getting this
I just couldn't decide which version to pre-order, so I didn't pre-order either of em.The only reason I lean towards Xbox games when I have a PS3/Xbox choice is because I have more online friends on the Xbox. That said, I don't really play FIFA online all that much - I tried it last year for the first week and a half that I had the game, and then quit because it sucked and played single-player for the next few months. I'll have to read the reviews.Don't expect much diversity from Bioshock...you fight the same two characters over and over(splicers/daddies)....the game play and graphics are pretty sweet thoughGetting FIFA on my lunch todaySteve Tasker said:Finished Mirror's Edge today. I recommend it if you're looking for a fun game to occupy ~15 hours of single-player. I can't imagine I'll be replaying it, but it was good. I'll buy the sequel if they make one.
FIFA comes out tomorrow. I need to see what gets better reviews - PS3 or Xbox. I plan on picking it up on Friday, assuming I can find a non-reserved copy.
So at this point, for me, it looks like....
To play
FIFA - will play the #### out of this game, PS3 or Xbox, like I always do
Bioshock - Xbox - just started the game, about 45 minutes in, will play a bit![]()
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I thought the demo was cool as well.i liked the demo.It kinda set up like it's supposed to be a grindhouse-style, 70s B-movie. Third-person perspective, heavy use of swords and guns.People nicknamed it "Kill Bill: the video game"...basically some chick who runs around with swords and guns and murders a bunch of people. It's intentionally really gory and bloody, with a really over the top Steven Seagal-type plot. I liked what I saw in the previews/gameplay - walking on walls, slowing down time, things like that.I heard the demo sucked, and a lot of people who played the demo never ended up buying the game. But I hear that the people who did buy the game were impressed, and said it's a lot better than the demo. I considered it when it came out a few months ago, but never bought it. When I was at the store looking for Bioshock, I was reminded of how I wanted to play Wet - I think it was discounted to $30 or $40. I'll probably buy it when I'm done working through Bioshock.I usually know about many of the mainstream games but I have never even heard of "Wet."I'll take the lack of responses to mean "no"...Anyone played Wet?