Video games...what ya playing? And what are you looking forward to? (5 Viewers)

[jwb]

Chiming in on Dishonored here. It's an awesome game, and well worth the $$. Many games have a "play how you want" claim, but this one really delivers on that.

I will say this is meant to be a stealth game, rewarding patient exploration/etc. If you run through killing everything (which you can do) I could see it being very short. Like IvanKaramazov said, the first mission alone took me 5-6 hours. It's really fun to get past guards using your stealth powers/etc.

The game reminds me a LOT of the Thief series. In fact, the only real differences are the "hide in shadows" thing, which this game doesn't have (and doesn't need), and instead of trick arrows this game has stealth "powers" like teleport, higher jumping, etc. It's even like Thief in that it's broken up into missions you can replay, etc. It also keeps track of your stats, like how many you killed vs. left alive, loot found, etc.

If you liked the Thief series and wished they'd make another one, this is your game.

 

[Insein]

I've been waiting for a good new game to buy while trading in all of my Mass Effects and a few others. We think Dishonored may be honorable enough to put commander shepherd to rest?

Have you played much of the ME3 multiplayer? They just added a ton more content. It's been one of my favorite multiplayers ever.

My War readiness has been a steady 50% since april.

 

[NDyse10]

I started the first mission of Dishonored a few hours ago. It would be very easy to wipe through each mission and just kill everyone, but if you explore around and all that it will take a while. I am playing on Hard and have found it quite difficult so far. Enjoying it very much.

 

[Todem]

Totally loving XCOM and Borderlands 2 along with my usual array of top line sports games (The Show 11/12 and NBA 2K11).

XCOM is a fantastic RTS game that has tons of replayability with different difficulty levels, and plenty of different approaches you can take in regards to base location, base building, tech advancement, troops and squads etc.

A gem.

I am waiting till January to pick up Dishonored. I know that game will be fantastic as well.

I am however picking up The new Hitman on release day. I love that series.

 

[fasteddie_21]

XCOM isn't a RTS.

 

[fasteddie_21]

Just spoke with a Redbox rep...I was curious as to why Redbox wasn't carrying X-Com. She said that it's entirely up to the publisher (2K Games) about what/when they receive games and movies. I had no idea.

That's a bummer, since it's not coming to Redbox til at least next month...I'm guessing that's to drive up sales, no?

 

[Insein]

XCOM isn't a RTS.

Yea. Its turn based.

 

[Andy Dufresne]

Best Buy has a B2G1 sale on new games $59.99 and under this week.

So let's see...Dishonored...Xcom...and....?

 

[whoknew]

Best Buy has a B2G1 sale on new games $59.99 and under this week.

So let's see...Dishonored...Xcom...and....?

Can you pre-order Assassins Creed 3? I CAN'T WAIT for that game.

 

[thecatch]

Best Buy has a B2G1 sale on new games $59.99 and under this week.

So let's see...Dishonored...Xcom...and....?

Can you pre-order Assassins Creed 3? I CAN'T WAIT for that game.

Apparently not. Sadly, I could only find two new games that I'd want to pull the trigger on (Dishonored and X-Com).

 

[Leeroy Jenkins]

I just ordered Hitman: Blood Money in anticipation of the new one droppong nov 20. I never played any of them, and the new one looks amazing.

 

[SlaX]

Best Buy has a B2G1 sale on new games $59.99 and under this week.

So let's see...Dishonored...Xcom...and....?

Can you pre-order Assassins Creed 3? I CAN'T WAIT for that game.

No, you can't use it on a pre-order, but yes, you can still pre-order the game. I'm looking to get a copy my usual ways for my first playthrough. I can't wait. Borderlands 2 is starting to grow stale for me.

 

[madshot31]

Best Buy has a B2G1 sale on new games $59.99 and under this week.

So let's see...Dishonored...Xcom...and....?

Borderlands 2. Three of the best games to come out in a while and you get a lot of variety.

 

[Todem]

XCOM isn't a RTS.

I meant Turned based.Amazing game. It is all I am playing as far as non sports right now.The game is really hard, but not cheap. A true chess match. Love it.

 

[Steve Tasker]

G4 has cut all gaming-related programming, including both X-Play and Attack of the Show!

 

[Wrigley]

G4 has cut all gaming-related programming, including both X-Play and Attack of the Show!

why? I can only watch so much Ninja Warrior

 

[Worm]

G4 has cut all gaming-related programming, including both X-Play and Attack of the Show!

What? That seems... dumb.

 

[SlaX]

G4 has cut all gaming-related programming, including both X-Play and Attack of the Show!

I've known this change has been coming for months, but the only time I've watched G4 in the last year is for E3 coverage and a time I stopped in when they were showing an episode of Heroes.

 

[fasteddie_21]

So, going to finally buy X-com today. Which system is better: 360 or PS3? Not getting it for the PC as I want to be able to play it on my couch. Sorry, MC

 

[Andy Dufresne]

Picked up Enslaved: Journey to the West last night for $10. So far I'm really liking it.

It has the controls of Jade Empire, the platforming of Uncharted, the post-apocalyptic feel of Bioshock (except not wet), and the main character sounds like Moe Szyslak. What more could you want?

 

[fasteddie_21]

So, going to finally buy X-com today. Which system is better: 360 or PS3? Not getting it for the PC as I want to be able to play it on my couch. Sorry, MC

Is there a difference?

 

[Don Quixote]

Anyone play Assassin's Creed? If so, is it a good series? Have not played any of the versions of it, but, as an American history kind of guy, intrigued by the new one set during the American Revolution.

 

[belljr]

Anyone play Assassin's Creed? If so, is it a good series? Have not played any of the versions of it, but, as an American history kind of guy, intrigued by the new one set during the American Revolution.

Never played one but this one

 

[Steve Tasker]

Anyone play Assassin's Creed? If so, is it a good series? Have not played any of the versions of it, but, as an American history kind of guy, intrigued by the new one set during the American Revolution.

Never played one but this one

I have beaten every game in the series (including AC 1, which I finally finished last night), and I'd say it's one of my favorite series. I'd guess it depends on what kind of games you like. It's a linear-storyline sandbox stealth game....at least that's how I'd describe it. I have enjoyed the GTA series and Red Dead Redemption in the past, and I kinda view it as a similar game with different free-running and CQC gameplay mechanics rather than long-distance gunfights. I am not sure how much a hardcore RPG guy would enjoy the games.IMO, AC 2 is the best. I'd say AC Brotherhood and AC Revelations are about the same, tied for 2nd. AC 1 is the worst of the bunch. Not horrible, but certainly not as good as the other three.I have never played the multiplayer in these games and have no desire to do so, so I can't speak to those. I will be getting the new one, but I'm waiting for a price drop....I can't justify $60 for a single-player game when I have a couple of other games I should beat first.

 

[The Tick]

Anyone play Assassin's Creed? If so, is it a good series? Have not played any of the versions of it, but, as an American history kind of guy, intrigued by the new one set during the American Revolution.

Never played one but this one

I love the AC series.The first game was a great concept with pretty good controls, but the game got VERY repetitive by the end. I still think it's worth a play through if you don't get too bored with the repetitive nature of the quests, I just would do the minimum you need to play through the story. If you get bored you can find story parts on youtube. You can find it for $10-$15, so no huge loss either way.ACII was probably the best game 1 to game 2 improvement in a series that I have ever played. The kept the great concept, the controls got even better, and they realized the repetitive nature of the first game, and really tried to vary things a bit to keep the game entertaining throughout. I really loved this game.Brotherhood and Revelations are pretty must just tweaks and giant expansions to ACII, so while nothing too different or revolutionary from the last, i found them to be good games and really enjoyed playing them.So in summary, yes, I would play them, but some people may recommend to skip directly to the second, and I wouldn’t argue too much there.

 

[Leeroy Jenkins]

I just started Hitman: Blood Money.

Cool game and concept, but I am not sure how I would know to do anything without the walk-through helping me with whose disguise to steal, how to set a trap, etc.

 

[Steve Tasker]

Anyone play Assassin's Creed? If so, is it a good series? Have not played any of the versions of it, but, as an American history kind of guy, intrigued by the new one set during the American Revolution.

Never played one but this one

I love the AC series.The first game was a great concept with pretty good controls, but the game got VERY repetitive by the end. I still think it's worth a play through if you don't get too bored with the repetitive nature of the quests, I just would do the minimum you need to play through the story. If you get bored you can find story parts on youtube. You can find it for $10-$15, so no huge loss either way.ACII was probably the best game 1 to game 2 improvement in a series that I have ever played. The kept the great concept, the controls got even better, and they realized the repetitive nature of the first game, and really tried to vary things a bit to keep the game entertaining throughout. I really loved this game.Brotherhood and Revelations are pretty must just tweaks and giant expansions to ACII, so while nothing too different or revolutionary from the last, i found them to be good games and really enjoyed playing them.So in summary, yes, I would play them, but some people may recommend to skip directly to the second, and I wouldn’t argue too much there.

I would add that AC2 through AC Revelations actually do have a lot of historical stuff in them. AC 1 not so much, though you do interact with a handful of historical figures. I'll be honest in that I learned quite a bit about Renaissance-era history from those three games. Obviously they bend history quite a bit to get the characters into the games, but it was enough for me to spend time reading about the various people as I was playing. So while I didn't necessarily learn FROM the game, it introduced me to new people/places and spurred me to do some historical reading about the people I was interacting with.

 

[Don Quixote]

Anyone play Assassin's Creed? If so, is it a good series? Have not played any of the versions of it, but, as an American history kind of guy, intrigued by the new one set during the American Revolution.

Never played one but this one

I have beaten every game in the series (including AC 1, which I finally finished last night), and I'd say it's one of my favorite series. I'd guess it depends on what kind of games you like. It's a linear-storyline sandbox stealth game....at least that's how I'd describe it. I have enjoyed the GTA series and Red Dead Redemption in the past, and I kinda view it as a similar game with different free-running and CQC gameplay mechanics rather than long-distance gunfights. I am not sure how much a hardcore RPG guy would enjoy the games.IMO, AC 2 is the best. I'd say AC Brotherhood and AC Revelations are about the same, tied for 2nd. AC 1 is the worst of the bunch. Not horrible, but certainly not as good as the other three.I have never played the multiplayer in these games and have no desire to do so, so I can't speak to those. I will be getting the new one, but I'm waiting for a price drop....I can't justify $60 for a single-player game when I have a couple of other games I should beat first.

Thanks. I'm not really a RPG guy, so might be up my alley. The closest I get is probably Uncharted, which sounds a bit similar in gameplay. Is that a fair comparison?The $60 price is one of the reasons I'm hesitant. A bit nervous spending that much on a game I don't if I'll enjoy.

 

[belljr]

Anyone play Assassin's Creed? If so, is it a good series? Have not played any of the versions of it, but, as an American history kind of guy, intrigued by the new one set during the American Revolution.

Never played one but this one

I have beaten every game in the series (including AC 1, which I finally finished last night), and I'd say it's one of my favorite series. I'd guess it depends on what kind of games you like. It's a linear-storyline sandbox stealth game....at least that's how I'd describe it. I have enjoyed the GTA series and Red Dead Redemption in the past, and I kinda view it as a similar game with different free-running and CQC gameplay mechanics rather than long-distance gunfights. I am not sure how much a hardcore RPG guy would enjoy the games.IMO, AC 2 is the best. I'd say AC Brotherhood and AC Revelations are about the same, tied for 2nd. AC 1 is the worst of the bunch. Not horrible, but certainly not as good as the other three.I have never played the multiplayer in these games and have no desire to do so, so I can't speak to those. I will be getting the new one, but I'm waiting for a price drop....I can't justify $60 for a single-player game when I have a couple of other games I should beat first.

Thanks. I'm not really a RPG guy, so might be up my alley. The closest I get is probably Uncharted, which sounds a bit similar in gameplay. Is that a fair comparison?The $60 price is one of the reasons I'm hesitant. A bit nervous spending that much on a game I don't if I'll enjoy.

This is me.... Sports and shooters with uncharted and splinter cell thrown in..Do i have to play the old ones?

 

[The Tick]

Anyone play Assassin's Creed? If so, is it a good series? Have not played any of the versions of it, but, as an American history kind of guy, intrigued by the new one set during the American Revolution.

Never played one but this one

I have beaten every game in the series (including AC 1, which I finally finished last night), and I'd say it's one of my favorite series. I'd guess it depends on what kind of games you like. It's a linear-storyline sandbox stealth game....at least that's how I'd describe it. I have enjoyed the GTA series and Red Dead Redemption in the past, and I kinda view it as a similar game with different free-running and CQC gameplay mechanics rather than long-distance gunfights. I am not sure how much a hardcore RPG guy would enjoy the games.IMO, AC 2 is the best. I'd say AC Brotherhood and AC Revelations are about the same, tied for 2nd. AC 1 is the worst of the bunch. Not horrible, but certainly not as good as the other three.I have never played the multiplayer in these games and have no desire to do so, so I can't speak to those. I will be getting the new one, but I'm waiting for a price drop....I can't justify $60 for a single-player game when I have a couple of other games I should beat first.

Thanks. I'm not really a RPG guy, so might be up my alley. The closest I get is probably Uncharted, which sounds a bit similar in gameplay. Is that a fair comparison?The $60 price is one of the reasons I'm hesitant. A bit nervous spending that much on a game I don't if I'll enjoy.

This is me.... Sports and shooters with uncharted and splinter cell thrown in..Do i have to play the old ones?

If you like those games I think you would like it. There are some very light RPGish elements in it, like the more open world you can explore, the optional side gather or challange missions, updated equipement you need to buy as you progress. If you don't like that stuff, you can just stick on the story quests and run through the game pretty lineraly.I would at least start with ACII, it looks like they are coming out with a single pack ACII, Brotherhood, and revelations pack in a copule weeks for $40. Honestly, I REALLY can't see you going wrong there. You really are getting 3 full games for the price.I'd pick that up while I wait for ACIII to come down in price and I think you will enjoy it.http://www.amazon.com/Assassins-Creed-Ezio-Trilogy-Playstation-3/dp/B009GZX49Y/ref=sr_1_8?ie=UTF8&qid=1351632890&sr=8-8&keywords=assassins+creed+2

 

[Don Quixote]

Anyone play Assassin's Creed? If so, is it a good series? Have not played any of the versions of it, but, as an American history kind of guy, intrigued by the new one set during the American Revolution.

Never played one but this one

I have beaten every game in the series (including AC 1, which I finally finished last night), and I'd say it's one of my favorite series. I'd guess it depends on what kind of games you like. It's a linear-storyline sandbox stealth game....at least that's how I'd describe it. I have enjoyed the GTA series and Red Dead Redemption in the past, and I kinda view it as a similar game with different free-running and CQC gameplay mechanics rather than long-distance gunfights. I am not sure how much a hardcore RPG guy would enjoy the games.IMO, AC 2 is the best. I'd say AC Brotherhood and AC Revelations are about the same, tied for 2nd. AC 1 is the worst of the bunch. Not horrible, but certainly not as good as the other three.I have never played the multiplayer in these games and have no desire to do so, so I can't speak to those. I will be getting the new one, but I'm waiting for a price drop....I can't justify $60 for a single-player game when I have a couple of other games I should beat first.

Thanks. I'm not really a RPG guy, so might be up my alley. The closest I get is probably Uncharted, which sounds a bit similar in gameplay. Is that a fair comparison?The $60 price is one of the reasons I'm hesitant. A bit nervous spending that much on a game I don't if I'll enjoy.

This is me.... Sports and shooters with uncharted and splinter cell thrown in..Do i have to play the old ones?

If you like those games I think you would like it. There are some very light RPGish elements in it, like the more open world you can explore, the optional side gather or challange missions, updated equipement you need to buy as you progress. If you don't like that stuff, you can just stick on the story quests and run through the game pretty lineraly.I would at least start with ACII, it looks like they are coming out with a single pack ACII, Brotherhood, and revelations pack in a copule weeks for $40. Honestly, I REALLY can't see you going wrong there. You really are getting 3 full games for the price.I'd pick that up while I wait for ACIII to come down in price and I think you will enjoy it.http://www.amazon.com/Assassins-Creed-Ezio-Trilogy-Playstation-3/dp/B009GZX49Y/ref=sr_1_8?ie=UTF8&qid=1351632890&sr=8-8&keywords=assassins+creed+2

Thanks! I'll check out that set.

 

[IvanKaramazov]

Anyone play Assassin's Creed? If so, is it a good series? Have not played any of the versions of it, but, as an American history kind of guy, intrigued by the new one set during the American Revolution.

I played AC:2 and AC:Brotherhood. Both were good for one playthrough each (20-30 hours each). The Assassins Creed games are okay, but they're terribly easy and always a little overrated. I'll definitely play AC:3 sometime, but it won't be until it hits the $30 price point.

 

[SlaX]

Anyone play Assassin's Creed? If so, is it a good series? Have not played any of the versions of it, but, as an American history kind of guy, intrigued by the new one set during the American Revolution.

Never played one but this one

I'll be starting AC3 today. I'll let everyone know. I expect nothing but awesomeness.

 

[shadyridr]

love the AC sreis and i try to accomplish 100%. usually a 40hour playthrough. i cant wait to buy it once these stores open.

 

[whoknew]

love the AC sreis and i try to accomplish 100%. usually a 40hour playthrough. i cant wait to buy it once these stores open.

Its just a lot of fun and the scenery is awesome. Really fun game.

 

[shadyridr]

love the AC sreis and i try to accomplish 100%. usually a 40hour playthrough. i cant wait to buy it once these stores open.

Its just a lot of fun and the scenery is awesome. Really fun game.

plus i agree its easy but its still a blast to play. plus they have cerain ways you need to complete missions to get 100% which makes it more difficult. sometimes i like not thinking aout my video games.

 

[belljr]

My son left #2 upstairs I just found out. I'll probably play that and then get 3 and skip the other 2 in the middle

 

[SlaX]

My son left #2 upstairs I just found out. I'll probably play that and then get 3 and skip the other 2 in the middle

Brotherhood and Revelations are worth playing. I'm sure you can play 3 without them, if that's your plan, though.

 

[shadyridr]

i just realize i skipped revelations (i played 2 and brotherhood). not sure if i should buy a used copy and play that first. too excited to play in the revolutionary war period.

also, AC 2 will always have a special place in my heart as it got me thru my unemployment period

 

[SlaX]

Huge spoilers to the Desmond story early on if you haven't played the previous games.

i just realize i skipped revelations (i played 2 and brotherhood). not sure if i should buy a used copy and play that first. too excited to play in the revolutionary war period.also, AC 2 will always have a special place in my heart as it got me thru my unemployment period

The only part of Revelations you'll miss if you move on is the Desmond stuff. Unfortunately, I found that to be the weakest part of the game, but it did provide some backstory to his life. Nothing really new other than backstory, if I recall. I still love the Ezio part, so you can still go back later.

 

[SlaX]

The controls are different this time around for combat. That could be for good reasons, but so far it's awkward being used to the other games. I'm sure I'll get used to it.

 

[The Tick]

For those of you skipping some of the earlier AC games and just jumping into three, here's a pretty good video from one of the game sites that gives a quick story update video on the series.

I actually caught a few things in it that I had missed playing the game the first time.

http://www.1up.com/do/blogEntry?bId=9114993

 

[EYLive]

Mass Effect trilogy comes out 12/4. Now PS3 owners will get to play from the beginning.

 

[STEADYMOBBIN 22]

I re-purchased Bioshock two nights ago on LIVE. It's on sale for only $10. I used to be really against buying downloadable games, but it's actually convenient.

Anyway, Bioshock is still AMAZING. (CJ, I'm talking to YOU.)

 

[IvanKaramazov]

I re-purchased Bioshock two nights ago on LIVE. It's on sale for only $10. I used to be really against buying downloadable games, but it's actually convenient. Anyway, Bioshock is still AMAZING. (CJ, I'm talking to YOU.)

Bioshock holds up extremely well even though it's getting to be a pretty old game. Setting people on fire only to electrocute them when they jump in water, and tagging Big Daddies with security bullseye after deliberately failing a hack never gets old.

 

[cj*]

I re-purchased Bioshock two nights ago on LIVE. It's on sale for only $10. I used to be really against buying downloadable games, but it's actually convenient. Anyway, Bioshock is still AMAZING. (CJ, I'm talking to YOU.)

HahaI will get to it eventually. I have 4 more characters to go through in borderlands 2 first. Beat the main game with barley and the dlc with jd. Just started play through 2 with my assassin to level up to fight the big boys.

 

[fasteddie_21]

Holy #### is XCOM fun!

 

[Insein]

My son left #2 upstairs I just found out. I'll probably play that and then get 3 and skip the other 2 in the middle

I'm sorry I thought something else when you said this. Thought it was a clever criticism.

 

[Insein]

Holy #### is XCOM fun!

Yes, yes it is.

 

[NDyse10]

Mass Effect trilogy comes out 12/4. Now PS3 owners will get to play from the beginning.

Too bad its not coming out when the 360 version does (this tuesday).