Would of been good if it wasn't so buggy.
The camera sucks, really, really badly.
Other than prettier graphics, do you think the PS3 will actually offer anything else? Sure there will be more "stuff" to the world, but the game will probably have the same value as the effort the devs put into it. A purely singleplayer 10 hour game is definitely not worth purchasing. Multiplayer might be a redeeming factor, but it looks like Sony is using it's current-gen (read failed) online plan for next-gen. So unless the devs really go all out and put a ton more stuff into the game, they won't get my money for a purchase, though a rental is likely.The camera sucks, really, really badly.
I haven't had that much trouble with the camera. It's not perfect though. There are times I'll want to change the angle with the right analog stick, and if I let go, it'll slip back to the default view.
There are only sixteen Colossi in the game, and those are the only enemies. But damn are they fun enemies! Half the fight is figuring out how to get to their weakpoints. It's not just a case of climbing up their leg and stabbing at them. You really have to pay attention to the environment.
That said, there are no minor enemies. This is not a hack and slash fest, nor a dungeon crawler. The world may be "empty" as far as enemies go, but it's so full of life! Deserts, forests, lakes, canyons.. It was really masterfully crafted. That said, this game is probably a generation too early. I cream my pants thinking about what this game could've been like on the PS3.
And there IS more to it than fighting the Colossi. After beating the game, you'll unlock a harder mode of play (which REALLY changes up the way you'll fight some of these beasts, as new vital points are added in a lot of them), and a time attack for both modes. Beating the Colossi in a certain amount of time will net you special items, like new weapons, masks, cloaks, and so on.
While it's a bit light on the content, it's chock full of style. The presentation is gorgeous, and the open-ended story is very refreshing. I can't say I was completely satisfied with the ending, but I've seen a whole lot worse. Word has it the team that made this is already hard at work on a project for the PS3. I can't wait to see what incredible world these talented folk will whisk us away to next!
For all of you who are using the Metal Gear Solid 4 real time demo to hide behind, it looks like your favorite hiding spot may be evaporating before your eyes. According to a video posted at 1up, the editor claims that Kojima himself said that the MGS4 demo could have run on the XBox360 hardware. The hell you say? Watch the video and see for yourself, although we have been saying all along the consoles are more equal than people realize in terms of graphic power.
Does it? My point is that many games will not be bringing much new stuff to the table. Other games, however, will be doing some really cool things. For example, look at PGR3. The devs have set it up almost like a REAL sport, not just some game. You have GothamTV which lets you watch the best racers around the world, and learn from their technique. I think that is a pretty clever use of XBL.
A purely singleplayer 10 hour game is definitely not worth purchasing.That's completely dependant on personal preference - for instance, multiplayer games usually only hold my interest for a couple of hours, often not even that. And most singleplayer games are only 10 hours long these days. Oblivion is an exception, not the rule.
A purely singleplayer 10 hour game is definitely not worth purchasing.That's completely dependant on personal preference - for instance, multiplayer games usually only hold my interest for a couple of hours, often not even that. And most singleplayer games are only 10 hours long these days. Oblivion is an exception, not the rule.
Anyway, quality over quantity. If it's an awesome 10 hours, it's well worth my money as far as I'm concerned.
Anyway, quality over quantity. If it's an awesome 10 hours, it's well worth my money as far as I'm concerned.