Video Game Thread v. Wii4One

[BlobVanDam]

Meanwhile, I'm playing the ACTUAL Star Wars Battlefront II on PC via Steam. You know, an actually good game

I would have rather them just re-master the original Battlefront II.  I loved that game and it was nice actually being able to get into ships 

I loved the original games. I used to play them so often with my friend on the XBOX. I bought BFII on PC some time ago, but I haven't played it because the controls on PC are shit, so it was unplayable. 

[Chino]

NFS: Payback is refreshingly different and better than the two previous releases.  I like it a  l o t...

What's different about it?

[cramx3]

So is anyone going to buy battlefront 2? I'm pretty bummed about the backlash cause I really wanted to enjoy the single player and had hoped the multiplayer was improved. The loot box backlash is so bad thougg that there's active boycotts so I'm kind of torn about buying it or boycotting.

[Chino]

So is anyone going to buy battlefront 2? I'm pretty bummed about the backlash cause I really wanted to enjoy the single player and had hoped the multiplayer was improved. The loot box backlash is so bad thougg that there's active boycotts so I'm kind of torn about buying it or boycotting.

I've been boycotting them since 2013 when they completely fucked up that SimCity release.

[kaos2900]

So is anyone going to buy battlefront 2? I'm pretty bummed about the backlash cause I really wanted to enjoy the single player and had hoped the multiplayer was improved. The loot box backlash is so bad thougg that there's active boycotts so I'm kind of torn about buying it or boycotting.

I've been boycotting them since 2013 when they completely fucked up that SimCity release.

This may be a renter for me. My only real interest is in the campaign. Though since it's only 4-5 hours long there is no way I'm paying $60.

[Nick]

So is anyone going to buy battlefront 2? I'm pretty bummed about the backlash cause I really wanted to enjoy the single player and had hoped the multiplayer was improved. The loot box backlash is so bad thougg that there's active boycotts so I'm kind of torn about buying it or boycotting.

I've been boycotting them since 2013 when they completely fucked up that SimCity release.

Gotta say though, I've enjoyed Cities: Skylines which was born out of that fiasco.

[Dublagent66]

NFS: Payback is refreshingly different and better than the two previous releases.  I like it a  l o t...

What's different about it?

Everything.  It's got a killer storyline and missions that help progress the story and unlock more missions.  Lots of collectibles and activities.  Characters are awesome.  Cars handle and drive better like the classic PS2 games (which are my all-time favs).  They've really gone back to what makes NFS one of the best racing games ever.  Love it.  You won't be disappointed.   

[Lucien]

Meanwhile, I'm playing the ACTUAL Star Wars Battlefront II on PC via Steam. You know, an actually good game

I would have rather them just re-master the original Battlefront II.  I loved that game and it was nice actually being able to get into ships 

I loved the original games. I used to play them so often with my friend on the XBOX. I bought BFII on PC some time ago, but I haven't played it because the controls on PC are shit, so it was unplayable. 

Really? It's just WASD Mouse, isn't it? I never found any problem with the controls. Though maybe the Steam release was different than whatever controls the actual PC game had

[Phoenix87x]

Well, Skyrim is out tomorrow on switch and from what I've seen, it looks and plays pretty damn good. I really don't have $60 bucks to spare right now, but when it gets cheaper, I'll probably pick it up.

[The Walrus]

Well, Skyrim is out tomorrow on switch and from what I've seen, it looks and plays pretty damn good. I really don't have $60 bucks to spare right now, but when it gets cheaper, I'll probably pick it up.

Same. I'm going to pick up cheap secondhand or wait for a price drop but I definitely want it.

[MrBoom_shack-a-lack]

I actually didn't think they would get rid of it but then again, when the storm has calmed they probably will roll it out secretly. Either way it's a good move despite being maybe too late, we'll see about that.

[Lucien]

For now, it's a good move, but I really, really doubt they're going to end microtransactions on their products for very long. And I hope the instant they bring them back the entire internet outrages against them again.

[BlobVanDam]

Meanwhile, I'm playing the ACTUAL Star Wars Battlefront II on PC via Steam. You know, an actually good game

I would have rather them just re-master the original Battlefront II.  I loved that game and it was nice actually being able to get into ships 

I loved the original games. I used to play them so often with my friend on the XBOX. I bought BFII on PC some time ago, but I haven't played it because the controls on PC are shit, so it was unplayable. 

Really? It's just WASD Mouse, isn't it? I never found any problem with the controls. Though maybe the Steam release was different than whatever controls the actual PC game had

I don't do keyboard/mouse. I just wanted the controls to be the same as the console version using my 360 gamepad, but you can't assign multiple things to the same button that they are on console, and there are no settings for deadzone so it drifts off. The whole thing is an afterthought.

[Phoenix87x]

Well, I have no will power and bought Skyrim on Switch. Hot damn its good. It plays smooth like butter and the visuals are pretty decent. In more closed in areas like caves, the visuals look great. Outside in the huge world, they still look pretty good. Its pretty surreal playing legit full version Skyrim on a handheld. damn.

I've only ever played it on PS3 so the visually are a jump up and it looks very sharp and crisp.

[Lucien]

Bought Pokemon Ultra Moon. Liking it much more than Sun, thanks to small adjustments to pacing and seemingly greater diversity of Pokemon available, though I wouldn't suggest doing a nuzlocke of the game.

[The Walrus]

Finally almost done with Mario Odyssey. Only one real moon left to get, but I can't get it until I get every purple coin in every kingdom and finish buying all the souvenirs. I bought a bunch early on before I realized there's (seemingly?) no cap, so I have just over 900 right now.

[ganpondorodf]

No cap. Heh heh.

Been watching my wife play Breath of the Wild a bunch lately. She just wants to cook and chase foxes, but she's enjoying Zelda too

[Phoenix87x]

I've been playing the shit out of Skyrim on the Switch. Already 18 hours in and I've barely even done anything. I forgot how much I love this game and playing it on a handheld is awesome

[Chino]

I've been playing the shit out of Skyrim on the Switch. Already 18 hours in and I've barely even done anything. I forgot how much I love this game and playing it on a handheld is awesome

How are the graphics on the switch? Do they vary between docked and in handheld mode?

[Phoenix87x]

I've been playing the shit out of Skyrim on the Switch. Already 18 hours in and I've barely even done anything. I forgot how much I love this game and playing it on a handheld is awesome

How are the graphics on the switch? Do they vary between docked and in handheld mode?

Overall the graphics are better than the original release, but not quite as good as the remastered version. One thing specifically that is missing is the dynamic lighting (god rays and such), But that being said, for me it looks very crisp and very sharp. I didn't really notice that a difference between docked and handheld.

[busty sinclair]

Just started playing the fractured but whole (heh heh heh) and overall its been great fun so far. The combat is vastly improved from the stick of truth and theres alot to explore and loot. of course its hilarious as well

[Phoenix87x]

I am so tempted to buy LA Noire. I didn't get as far into it as I would like when it was originally release

[ReaperKK]

I have it, I should play it sometime

[The Walrus]

Last night I encountered my first ever Switch problem: the lights on my left Joy-Con went out. Still functions 100% normal other than the lights being completely off. Looks like I'll have to send it in - good thing Nintendo covers it for a year

[ReaperKK]

Damnit. I still want a Switch. I'm trying to think of how much I'll really play it if I get it.

I really just want to play Zelda and Mario.

[The Walrus]

Get it get it get it get it. Get it.  EDIT: I guarantee if you like Zelda or Mario you'll love them. Well, Zelda might be iffy with the durability but it doesn't bother me one bit, and it's the best adventure/exploration I've ever seen in a video game. It's just freaking beautiful. I've 100%ed it twice now (soon 3) and I still like playing it just to climb up mountains and see the views.

[ReaperKK]

Fuck, I think I will get it.

I think if I don't play it much my gf will. She loves her old DS when she travels, I thinks he would enjoy the switch.

[Sacul]

I hope to get a Switch and a PS4 at the end of their life cycles so I can have lower prices and a bigger catalogue 

[black_biff_stadler]

Stop shittin up this thread with your sound reasoning.

[Cool Chris]

Damnit. I still want a Switch. I'm trying to think of how much I'll really play it if I get it.

I really just want to play Zelda and Mario.

Dont forget about Metroid Prime 4!

[Phoenix87x]

Damnit. I still want a Switch. I'm trying to think of how much I'll really play it if I get it.

I really just want to play Zelda and Mario.

Dont forget about Metroid Prime 4!

I can't wait for Metroid Prime 4 

[The Walrus]

You'll be waiting a long time for those first party Ninty titles to drop in price 

[Sacul]

I don't mind, already have a big backlog to get through. And I'm a student so it's not like my budget would allow me anyways

[The Walrus]

Braved the Black Friday lines to grab the last copy of Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 for Switch at Best Buy. $20. 

[axeman90210]

Don't really game much anymore, but snagged Overwatch and the Bioshock Collection (1 + 2 + Infinity) on sale today. Enjoyed my first few rounds of Overwatch.