@InsertGoodName I feel like the easiest reader to please is the one who just wants to be told that the game they've been excited about for 8 years isn't a disappointment.
I've always found the repetitiveness of Toriyama's character designs to be oddly charming. Hard to put my finger on it, but there's just something satisfying about the consistency it brings.
I think I jokingly gave a friend of mine this explanation a few years ago, when they asked "How is this guy still jumping and climbing all over the place? He's taken like 50 bullets to the chest by now."
I think it's a really nice touch, though. Reminds me of the sort of health systems that you might see in tabletop RPGs, where a character's HP is more an abstraction of how much fight they have left in them than it is their actual, physical condition. I'd like to see more games implement something similar.
@KingSandyRavage That's character model isn't Nintendo's, as far as I know. Konami have used it for all sorts - trading cards, Pachinko machines, etc. - so it's probably just a stock piece.
@BLP_Software No harm in stating the obvious, though. If we're going to tell people what they can expect from us, then we might as well be thorough about it.
@Nightcrawler71 You think this a game? That we're all just sat giggling like a bunch of monkeys on gas over here? Repent, sinner, lest the wrath of Cerny be upon you!
@Gamer83 We've been taking bets on how long it'd be before someone cracked that old chestnut out. I'm surprised we made it to comment #21...
It's a shame that the option isn't there for those who wanted it, but I'm not too fussed. ATLUS tend to have great VA as far as their dubs are concerned.
@consolfreak1982 The game does allow you to transfer your save files between different versions of it, but you're right - they can't be cross bought, unfortunately. I might recommend picking it up on the PS3 if money is an issue, as it'll no doubt be cheaper on there.
@Utena-mobile By "Cent", I can only assume that you're referring to rap artist 50 Cent's in-game avatar from the smash-hit PS2 title, Blood on the Sand.
@SonyInfinity Given the 'street cred' that publisher Devolver Digital and developer Roll7 have earned for themselves, I'd wager that a lot of the PS4's indie-savvy userbase will have already been waiting to snap this one up - especially after seeing it played on the PC and other platforms.
@MDHegs I think the gameplay is way more methodical in Not a Hero, since your actions are almost always going to involve skidding to cover or knocking down enemies. Broforce plays a little more loosely, allowing you to clear paths by shooting rubble and climbing walls.
Having said that, though, there are some definite similarities between the two, and if you enjoyed Broforce then you'll probably have fun with Not a Hero.
@Anchorsam_9 Hahaha, sounds about right. Either that, or someone gives Gone Home a higher rating than Uncharted 4 and the site becomes a post-apocalyptic nightmare-desert akin to Fallout or Mad Max.
@xMEADx No worries, just try not to use any offensive language in the future. It might seem a little nitpicky of us when we call words like that out, but if the small fish aren't fried then everybody will start using them. 👍
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Re: Persona Soundtracks Are Finally Being Added to Spotify Outside of Japan
Re: Cyberpunk 2077 (PS4) - The Potential of a Masterpiece, Totally and Utterly Unrealised
@InsertGoodName I feel like the easiest reader to please is the one who just wants to be told that the game they've been excited about for 8 years isn't a disappointment.
Re: Cyberpunk 2077 (PS4) - The Potential of a Masterpiece, Totally and Utterly Unrealised
@InsertGoodName Yeah, I wish they'd reviewed the game that doesn't exist yet instead.
Re: Gallery: Diablo 4 Concept Art Is Beautifully Grim, Shows Characters, Environments, and More
Do I spy a cheeky Pazuzu reference in that third-to-last image?
Re: TGS 2018: Dragon Ball Creator Brings Four Original Characters to Jump Force
I've always found the repetitiveness of Toriyama's character designs to be oddly charming. Hard to put my finger on it, but there's just something satisfying about the consistency it brings.
Re: Greek Gods Cause Chaos in New Warriors Orochi 4 Gameplay Trailers
Anime Zeus is a sight to behold
Re: Nathan Drake's Regenerative Health Was Actually His 'Luck Running Out'
I think I jokingly gave a friend of mine this explanation a few years ago, when they asked "How is this guy still jumping and climbing all over the place? He's taken like 50 bullets to the chest by now."
I think it's a really nice touch, though. Reminds me of the sort of health systems that you might see in tabletop RPGs, where a character's HP is more an abstraction of how much fight they have left in them than it is their actual, physical condition. I'd like to see more games implement something similar.
Re: Poll: Ultimate PlayStation Character Tournament: Round 1: Matches 53-56
#JusticeForYangus
Re: Poll: Ultimate PlayStation Character Tournament: Round 1 - Matches 49-52
@KingSandyRavage That's character model isn't Nintendo's, as far as I know. Konami have used it for all sorts - trading cards, Pachinko machines, etc. - so it's probably just a stock piece.
Re: Poll: Ultimate PlayStation Character Tournament: Round 1 - Matches 17-20
As much as I love King, I had to throw my vote to House. I think he's one of the best villains in gaming, and it's sad that he's overlooked so often.
Re: Injustice 2 Adds Two DC Characters We've Never Heard of and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
I think that the TMNT make for a really cool addition to the roster. It's a weird pick, sure, but I think the best guest characters always are.
P.S. Suicide Squad was like a fever dream masquerading as a McDonald's Happy Meal. Never again.
Re: Poll: Ultimate PlayStation Character Tournament: Round 1 - Matches 9-12
@VRDart
Re: Weirdness: Telltale Has Really Gone and Cocked Up This Time
Re: Weirdness: Sony Just Announced Some Speakers for Your Shoulders
I actually quite like the look of those, as gimmicky as they might be...
Re: Site News: Destiny 2 Review - Our Plans and What You Can Expect
@BLP_Software No harm in stating the obvious, though. If we're going to tell people what they can expect from us, then we might as well be thorough about it.
Re: Feature: How to Prepare for the Second Coming of Knack
@Nightcrawler71 You think this a game? That we're all just sat giggling like a bunch of monkeys on gas over here? Repent, sinner, lest the wrath of Cerny be upon you!
@Gamer83 We've been taking bets on how long it'd be before someone cracked that old chestnut out. I'm surprised we made it to comment #21...
Re: What Even Is Sonic Forces At This Point?
@Cowboysfan-22 Yeah, Liam O'Brien's great. Might be one of the most distinctive voice actors going.
Re: Rumour: Tekken Bowl Mode Is Returning as Tekken 7 DLC Plans Leak
I spent more time than I probably should've playing Tekken Bowl on the PSP. I'm hoping to see it make a comeback.
Re: Review: The Deer God (PS4)
This review gets my vote for Best Tagline. You just let the ball fall right into the net, didn't you Sam?
Re: Vita Game About Giving Girls Orgasms Accidentally Rated for Everyone
Re: E3 2016: Persona 5 Won't Have a Japanese Voice Option in the West
It's a shame that the option isn't there for those who wanted it, but I'm not too fussed. ATLUS tend to have great VA as far as their dubs are concerned.
Re: Weirdness: Dab to DNCE with the Cast of Uncharted 4
Most men can only dream of having moves like Sully.
Re: The Witcher 3 Celebrates Its First Birthday with Some Amazing Artwork
Wow! That looks absolutely lovely.
Re: Hands On: Pyre Illuminates the Night Sky with Playable Demo at PAX East
Wow, the artwork in this game looks stunning. The pseudo-3D stuff works really well, too.
Re: Watch Episode 1 of the Final Fantasy XV Anime Right Here
Thaff waff cloff!
Re: Video: Top 4 PlayStation Games - February 2016
@ShogunRok @get2sammyb @Batman Settle down. The truth is, you've all got bad taste.
Re: Review: Heavy Rain (PS4)
@Azikira "Is this guy giving you a hard time? I've fought guys like this before."
Re: Review: Rainbow Moon (PS4)
@consolfreak1982 The game does allow you to transfer your save files between different versions of it, but you're right - they can't be cross bought, unfortunately. I might recommend picking it up on the PS3 if money is an issue, as it'll no doubt be cheaper on there.
Re: This Ain't How You Eat Ice Cream, Hitomi
@wariowarewolf What do you think?
Re: Heavy Rain's PS4 Price Won't Dampen Your Mood if You've Already Bought Beyond
@Batman Any time. Where there is Cwage, there is peril.
Re: Heavy Rain's PS4 Price Won't Dampen Your Mood if You've Already Bought Beyond
Where's @Batman when you need him? There isn't nearly enough "David Cwage" patter going on in here.
Re: Feature: Which of PlayStation's Lonely Hearts Are Looking for Love?
@Utena-mobile His best costume is the one where he's got nothing on except for his mask & undies. A prime example of wardrobe symmetry, that.
Re: Feature: Which of PlayStation's Lonely Hearts Are Looking for Love?
@Utena-mobile By "Cent", I can only assume that you're referring to rap artist 50 Cent's in-game avatar from the smash-hit PS2 title, Blood on the Sand.
Re: Er, There May Be a Knack Sequel in Production for PS4
@sub12 @ShogunRok All this talk of Journey has got me feeling Knackered.
Re: Feature: Which of PlayStation's Lonely Hearts Are Looking for Love?
@get2sammyb @SonyInfinity So... how about that Joel, eh? Phwoar. What a post-apocalyptic hunk.
Re: Feature: Which of PlayStation's Lonely Hearts Are Looking for Love?
@SonyInfinity Isn't Ellie like, 14?
Re: Review: Agatha Christie: The ABC Murders (PS4)
@SonyInfinity Not a huge fan, I take it?
Re: Video: Top 4 PlayStation Games - January 2016
Excellent work as always, Ben. That intro/outro effect is looking much better now!
Re: Review: Not a Hero (PS4)
@SonyInfinity Given the 'street cred' that publisher Devolver Digital and developer Roll7 have earned for themselves, I'd wager that a lot of the PS4's indie-savvy userbase will have already been waiting to snap this one up - especially after seeing it played on the PC and other platforms.
@MDHegs I think the gameplay is way more methodical in Not a Hero, since your actions are almost always going to involve skidding to cover or knocking down enemies. Broforce plays a little more loosely, allowing you to clear paths by shooting rubble and climbing walls.
Having said that, though, there are some definite similarities between the two, and if you enjoyed Broforce then you'll probably have fun with Not a Hero.
Re: Round Up: Witness the Reviews for The Witness on PS4
Well, it's nice to know that this game doesn't totally...
...'Blow'...
Re: Feature: The Best Games on PS4 - Winter 2016 Edition
@VonPit Rubbish list. Where's Styx: Master of Shadows?
Re: Soapbox: Why I Don't Hate The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Anymore
@get2sammyb Your first mistake was stating your opinion on the internet.
Re: Naughty Dog Is Still Teasing Nathan Drake's Death in Uncharted 4
@AyeHaley I wouldn't mind a prequel with Sully as the protagonist and Marlowe as his old adventurin' buddy.
Re: Final Fantasy XIII's Lightning Is a Louis Vuitton Fashion Model Now
Re: Feature: 10 Under the Radar PS4 Games to Look Out for in 2016
@Anchorsam_9 Hahaha, sounds about right. Either that, or someone gives Gone Home a higher rating than Uncharted 4 and the site becomes a post-apocalyptic nightmare-desert akin to Fallout or Mad Max.
Re: Feature: 10 Under the Radar PS4 Games to Look Out for in 2016
@ShogunRok @Anchorsam_9 🎵 Don't yooou forget about me. 🎵 ✊
Re: PS4 Owners Have Terribad Music Taste
I could've sworn that Wiz Khalifa, Fetty Wap and Omarion were all background characters in the original Star Wars trilogy.
Re: Sony Pledges Free PlayStation Plus Extensions After PSN Outage
@xMEADx No worries, just try not to use any offensive language in the future. It might seem a little nitpicky of us when we call words like that out, but if the small fish aren't fried then everybody will start using them. 👍
Re: Watch a Hacked PS4 Playing Pokémon: PlayStation Version
I did a double-take when I saw a Pokémon thumbnail on the front page. Very interesting stuff.
Re: Game of the Year: #4 - Fallout 4 (PS4)
@kyleforrester87 It's definitely... something.