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Modern Video Games / Hellblade to Receive Retail Edition on Dec 4th (PS4/XB1)

« on: October 11, 2018, 04:49:13 am »

"Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice will launch at retailers for $29.99 / £24.99"

"Feature Documentary – The retail version of Hellblade also comes with a digital documentary exploring the origins of the game."

https://505games.com/505-games-to-distribute-the-playstation-4-retail-version-of-hellblade-senuas-sacrifice-worldwide


Glad I waited, been waiting for a physical copy of Hellblade for the longest time. For some reason I knew it was coming, the game received way too many accolades to not get a retail version imo. Definitely adding this to my wishlist.

A good day indeed, for anyone who wants to add this into their physical collection!



so good

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General / Re: Do You Bother To Try To Master Any Game/Games In Your Collection?

« on: October 06, 2018, 12:55:01 pm »

Souls Games, that is all...



Actually the learning curve is steep, but once you understand how the game works, anyone can master it 

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Modern Video Games / Re: Are you satisfied with the modern direction of the Final Fantasy series?

« on: September 30, 2018, 10:15:37 am »

Final Fantasy 10- One of my favorites. Great cast, great story- one of the friends above dumped a major spoiler on me & kinda ruined the endgame, but at least I was close enough to the reveal to not be completely put off. Also, one of the weirdest final bosses ever- simultaneously annoying & creative.

What do I want from the series in the future? Beats me- I suppose a good story, and some form of novelty. I like it when games do something I haven't seen before. But like I said, the nice thing about Final Fantasy is they all get to be so different- it's always fun to see what they try next!

Great post hoshichiri, I too loved the cast of 10. I remember playing hours of Blitzball, then forcing myself, "Ok, enough of this, I have the rest of the game to play!"

And yeah, I do also like the aspect that every Final Fantasy is a different experience with a new cast of characters and environments. It's always fun to see what's next and eagerly await to see if it will be a game for me.

Ooo! I want to do what hoshichiri did! That looks fun! I'm just gonna indulge myself here, don't mind me. But I'm gonna do a twist and put them in the order I played them! Here's my self-indulgent Final Fantasy timeline!

( snip )

X-2 - I WANT TO DIE

Nice long write-up and explanations pizza! was fun to read

TBH I really thought FF12 was gonna be a one of, and not something they were gonna use as a stepping stone for their future releases. But yeah, it is what it is, which is unfortunate.

And X-2... yeah I bought that game, was expecting something else. I didn't finish it, put the disc back in its case and i never opened it since 2003...

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Modern Video Games / Re: Are you satisfied with the modern direction of the Final Fantasy series?

« on: September 29, 2018, 10:23:16 am »

A lot of great responses in this thread and I'm glad we are all more or less on the same page on the FF series 

Edit: Also I'll defend random encounters to my dying breath. They made it easier to enjoy the scenery rather than having it littered with big-ass monsters you have to focus all your attention on. Fight me everyone.

I too prefer random encounters in JRPGs, just makes everything more organized with more control over party members. Action combat seems to add in the whole "flash" factor but I found it a complete mess at times with a lack of control over the party... However some JRPGs do a decent job with action based combat, I just felt it didn't sit right with the FF series.

What Do i Want From a New Final Fantasy?:
I think looking forward to Final Fantasy XVI it needs to focus on the Fantasy side more, XV's Lifelike/Western approach in style jsut branched too far away from the series this time. I want to see more fun designs put into the characters or the world with different races of being - Like how Final Fantasy IX had Fish People in suits or Hippo Maids I want to see a world that isn't just focus on humans.

I couldn't agree more, the whole Fantasy side of the latest installments just seem to be missing...

I would like to see more elaborate towns in exotic locations with different races as you mentioned. For me this is what brings out the whole "charm" for the series.

Edit: Which reminds me, I haven't said, just in case anyone missing Final Fantasy doesn't know the developer Mistwalker is basically a continuation of the good version of Square (Sakaguchi and Uematsu are two of the key members) and they made Lost Odyssey which in my eyes is the true Final Fantasy XI. If you love Final Fantasy and you haven't played Lost Odyssey you really really really need to. Blue Dragon is kind of reminiscent of the FF 3/5, The Last Story I really didn't enjoy but other people seemed to like it, but it had a FF12-esque battle system which I hated.

To be honest during this era of JPRGs I was losing hope already on what the future held for this genre.

Then when all seemed lost, a gem was released... on an unlikely console to have JRPGs, the Xbox 360 released Lost Odyssey. This game reminded me again on why I love JRPGs, and I couldn't agree more, if anybody is fan of the FF series of old, please do check out this game. Filled with a slew of different emotions and a real tear jerker too. Lost Odyssey is probably my favorite JRPG of this modern generation, such a good game.

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Modern Video Games / Are you satisfied with the modern direction of the Final Fantasy series?

« on: September 28, 2018, 02:13:55 pm »

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To those of you that consider yourselves fans of the Final Fantasy series, are you enjoying the direction Square Enix has taken with the series over the years?

There are several factors that have changed with each installment. What has affected you the most - Style of narrative, art direction, or the game design?


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I seem to have lost interest with the series as each new installment comes to light... The last FF game I enjoyed was 12, which was released on the PS2 back in 2006. The character and environments still drew me in - Characters like Balthier, Fran and Basch were all interesting characters with that wonderful fantasy aspect.
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The previous installments of Final Fantasy titles I hold very dear to my heart as they are some of my favorite games. To be honest FF7 was the first 3D JRPG I played and that game simply took my breath away with countless sneaky late school nights playing to see what unfolds next. Or FF9 that is just simply filled with charm, I still remember smiling when Vivi would clumsily stumble off somewhere during a dire situation.
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I was introduced to the FF series on the SNES, and the 2D games is what started it all, timeless classics.

I started feeling distant with the series ever since FF13, I did play the games but I just didn't feel the charm anymore.. And now moving forward to their latest installment with FF15, to me everything just feels "edgy" as if they are trying to please a certain demographic. I have FF15 ( Deluxe Edition too ) but I can't seem to muster up the urge or motivation to play further after playing it with a friend for the first 8 hours or so. Just didn't click with me, and that is unfortunate because I really loved the series.

I am hoping Square Enix returns to their roots with a beautiful charm-filled game with fantasy bursting from its seams.

Unfortunately FF went from this:

      to this --->

For me anyway. Maybe one day I'll continue playing FF15 and it will change my entire perspective, have to keep positive 

What about you guys. Still hold the series as one of the greats or has it fallen from grace?

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General / Re: Just a Friendly Reminder for all those with large collections

« on: September 28, 2018, 10:59:37 am »

I agree with what others have mentioned. Document and catalogue your collection is important plus taking pictures is also good. Takes quite a bit of work, but better to be safe than sorry.

The plight of the materialistic.

You're on a video game collection site dude... If you just want to discuss video games go back to GameFAQs...

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General / Just a Friendly Reminder for all those with large collections

« on: September 28, 2018, 01:43:54 am »

Make sure it’s insured...

( Disclaimer: This is not my collection )

Saw this floating around online and thought to myself how something like this could be a reality for me as well since I have a large sum of games that I collected over the years... I'm sure plenty of us here have some pretty big collections.

I'm in the process of adding it into my policy but it always gets delayed. I think after seeing something like this I'm gonna speed up the process, heh.

Feel bad for the dude though... 

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General / Re: Recently completed/finished

« on: September 28, 2018, 01:13:15 am »

Just finished Octopath Traveler last night, and what beautiful game.. This classic yet modern JRPG was something that really left a great impression on me with a warm feeling. And I'm glad that this title was a such a success for Nintendo and I hope there are more like it come.

The story gave me multiple emotions from joy of the quirkiness of Tressa to sadness from the storyline of Alfyn. Rarely does a game affect me emotionally but Octopath offered a great mix of emotions. Excellent game.

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Modern Video Games / Re: Castlevania Requiem: Symphony of the Night & Rondo of Blood [UPDATE]

« on: September 28, 2018, 12:51:25 am »

Got the originals already. I would buy if they offered a physical copy of this version though.

Yep, I'm pretty much in the same boat here. Hopefully initial sales are good enough to newer players to warrant a physical release down the line. It's happened with other titles, such as Shantae or Wonder Boy, time will tell.

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Modern Video Games / Re: Castlevania Requiem: Symphony of the Night & Rondo of Blood rated for PS4

« on: September 26, 2018, 11:00:31 am »

Well there you have it folks - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mk6QrgmJLm4



PS4 Exclusive - Digital only for $19.99 on 26 Oct 2018

https://www.konami.com/games/castlevania/eu/en/page/history_2018_x_son_rob#menu-top

"Both games are the originals emulated for the PlayStation 4, with several updates that take advantage of the new hardware. This includes 4K/1080p upscaling, multiple high resolution backgrounds, different rendering options such as smoothing and full Trophy support. Word of warning though, that Platinum will be tough to get. Elsewhere, Requiem will make use of the DualShock 4’s vibration, analogue stick and speaker, with the latter meaning you’ll hear a cool little chime when you pick up an item."

These are the details we have so far... Damn, was hoping for a physical release, and on the Switch too. Let's hope this is not set in stone and a physical gets announced in the near future...

Updated the Original Post as well

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General / Re: Ever played a game that made you feel like all other games were now obsolete?

« on: September 25, 2018, 03:03:23 pm »

Most recently, the souls series had this affect on me. Everything about this series just pulled me in - Design, Combat, Lore, some of the environments are just breathtaking.

Enemy design is top notch, plus the soundtrack really gets under your skin during tense boss fights. All tied together with a steep learning curve.




Then of course there is Bloodborne... Best game this generation has to offer imo, doesn't get any better...

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Modern Video Games / Re: Castlevania Requiem: Symphony of the Night & Rondo of Blood rated for PS4

« on: September 24, 2018, 01:36:16 pm »

The collection was actually ESRB rated today.

Aha, thanks for the update, yup definitely a collection of 2 titles:

https://www.esrb.org/ratings/Synopsis.aspx?Certificate=35857&Title=Castlevania+Requiem%3a+Symphony+of+the+Night+%26+Rondo+of+Blood

Content Descriptors: Blood and Gore, Partial Nudity, Violence

Rating Summary: This is collection of two action platformers in which players assume the role of a vampire hunter battling Dracula and other creatures. From a side-scrolling perspective, players traverse Dracula's castle to kill fantastical enemies (e.g., zombies, demons, minotaurs). Characters use whips, swords, axes, and magic to defeat enemies. Pixelated blood is depicted when players' character and creatures are killed; some attacks result in decapitation and dismemberment of creatures, including a boss character that loses its body parts and entrails. As players progress, they may encounter female creatures (e.g., harpies, medusa) that have exposed buttocks and are depicted topless, though there are no discernible details (i.e., no nipples).

Gotta get that T-Rating for that Exposed Buttocks!

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Modern Video Games / Castlevania Requiem: Symphony of the Night & Rondo of Blood [UPDATE]

« on: September 24, 2018, 12:14:51 pm »

https://gematsu.com/2018/09/castlevania-requiem-symphony-of-the-night-rondo-of-blood-rated-for-ps4-in-korea

"The Korean Game Rating Board has rated Castlevania Requiem: Symphony of the Night & Rondo of Blood for PlayStation 4 (Japanese, English).

While Castlevania publisher Konami has yet to announce such a title, it sounds like a collection including the 1997-released Castlevania: Symphony of the Night and 1993-released Castlevania: Rondo of Blood."

Saw this news a few days ago and didn't see a mention here on this forum so thought I should share Seems like Konami is finally doing something with their Castlevania franchise again, but more importantly Rondo is getting a Western Release! ( Outside of Virtual Console that is. And the PSP remake doesn't count since it requires unlocking - which is very cool mind you ). I understand it is only rated for PS4 at the moment, but here's hoping for a Switch version - And do I hope it's a physical release... A collector's box would be nice too because the concept art for Symphony alone is well worth it.

Even though I own and played the originals multiple times one can never get enough of Castlevania. Possibility that Konami release two more versions - A Triple Pack for the GBA titles and one more for the DS titles?

What do you guys think after news like this, possible?


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Well there you have it folks - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mk6QrgmJLm4



PS4 Exclusive - Digital only for $19.99 on 26 Oct 2018

https://www.konami.com/games/castlevania/eu/en/page/history_2018_x_son_rob#menu-top

"Both games are the originals emulated for the PlayStation 4, with several updates that take advantage of the new hardware. This includes 4K/1080p upscaling, multiple high resolution backgrounds, different rendering options such as smoothing and full Trophy support. Word of warning though, that Platinum will be tough to get. Elsewhere, Requiem will make use of the DualShock 4’s vibration, analogue stick and speaker, with the latter meaning you’ll hear a cool little chime when you pick up an item."

These are the details we have so far... Damn, was hoping for a physical release, and on the Switch too. Let's hope this is not set in stone and a physical gets announced in the near future...

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General / Re: Do old games reallllllllly hold up?

« on: September 22, 2018, 04:43:33 pm »

Of course they do... No matter how many Metroidvania's come out, Symphony of the Night will always be the best.

I'd agree but there's this...

Hehe! That's my second greatest game of all time. 

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Modern Video Games / Re: How Do You Feel About Needing The Internet In order to Play A Modern Console

« on: September 22, 2018, 01:54:31 pm »

I don't mind it personally since every modern device is somewhat connected online.

What I do mind is modern games being released in an unfinished state that requires multiple patches a few months down to line to "fix it". Now that is BS.