Yep, I did that a week or two ago when that discount code was up.
Just couldn't remember when the official release date was. Thanks for the replies everyone!
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Yep, I did that a week or two ago when that discount code was up.
Just couldn't remember when the official release date was. Thanks for the replies everyone!
In the console version you had to use the inventory, but we're getting a number of hotkeys this time around.
AzureSkies
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Yep, I did that a week or two ago when that discount code was up.
Just couldn't remember when the official release date was. Thanks for the replies everyone!
I hope that you enjoy the game!
KCroxtonJr
Member
You can hotkey up to 5 items now, but you can't see what you have hotkeyed while you are playing so you won't know how many items you have left until you either run out or check your inventory...
DDDA retail version ships on two DVD9 discs. A good 90+% of the build will be on there. Technically it's the full build, but some files have changed since the gold master has been created.
In any case, devs are still putting final spit and polish on it. So yes, while the game is more less complete, expect a Day One patch.
Any word on mod support or is that going to continue just being unofficial?
I belive that is their official word on it yes.
Palculator
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Additionally it should be noted that this maybe not working perfectly isn't really a big issue as I never found going into the item menu on console to be that bothersome. Sure, it might not be 100% optimal, but just putting items you need frequently at the beginning of your pouch makes it so you can use consumables very quickly.
start with either then switch to assassin or magic knight
Thanks, very useful for somebody like me who hasn't played the game yetEDIT: fixed
This chart should be helpful to people.
Warrior seems like my thing, assassin on the other hand looks cool as well. Decisions decisions
Dreathlock
Member
I wonder how the mouse+keyboard controls actually are. I think i will go with a bow and aiming with a mouse should be better.. right?
Palculator
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Thanks, very useful for somebody like me who hasn't played the game yet
Warrior seems like my thing, assassin on the other hand looks cool as well. Decisions decisions
Interestingly those two are almost at opposite ends. They're both fun, but Warrior is notably a more limited class with less skill slots than any other vocation, while Assassin is probably the most flexible and accomodating class in game.
Alex Connolly
Member
Gifted copies should unlock, surely. I'm in Japan and got my received game preloaded and good to go. All Capcom games aren't available to me on account of region-locking bullshit, but I've had no issues playing gifted copies.
If I'm destined to stare at a preloaded toggle beyond the release date, it'll be tears at dawn.
Unofficial. MT Framework engine just isn't setup for official mod tools. So we'll defer to the unofficial modding community who seem to have a wealth of experience from past MTF-based titles. I'd expect something cool in the coming days ;-)
Imp the Dimp
Member
Wait, why was my preload 20 gb lol
is it going to unlock worldwide same time or will kiwis and aussies get it first?
Install is 20GB. Download is 13GB.
bati
Member
What's the recommended difficulty to start on if you're familiar with Souls games (I've beaten both Dark Souls games on NG+(+++...) multiple times)? I read that there's more emphasis on character's stats than in Souls game which could make starting out on Hard a little tricky.
Fwiw, I plan to start with either strider or fighter and then transition into assassin because I like its moveset (checked some vids). Haven't played the game before on consoles so this will be my first time.
Fwiw, I plan to start with either strider or fighter and then transition into assassin because I like its moveset (checked some vids). Haven't played the game before on consoles so this will be my first time.
The Dutch Slayer
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The game is 30 Euro ?
Did not expect that thought it would be like 50.
Pretty temping but probably still wait for summer sale.
Did not expect that thought it would be like 50.
Pretty temping but probably still wait for summer sale.
Pyros_Eien
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Hard is fine, it requires not getting hit more than once/at all early game, but that's fairly standard for Souls as long as you consider every fight the same as one of the early Knights or whatever stronger mobs you encounter. If you find it too annoying/hard, you can switch down, but you can't switch up from normal if you find the game too easy, so I think it's the better choice.
Just play safe and wait for stuff to be distracted by your pawns chatter, then hit them in the back, and it's not really that hard.
Morrigan Stark
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Try them all.
Seriously, this is going to be my stock answer from now on to anyone who asks about which vocation to use.
22.5$ on GMG . go go go go
smashballTaz
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Preordered on Steam! Well excited, one of the games I missed out on when I had a 360 but I loved the demo. Now if they can get Nier on PC this year too that'd be perfect...
Also covered in the official FAQ on Steam, but it'll unlock simultaneously worldwide (except Japan, sorry...) on January 15th at 9:00AM Pacific Standard Time.
Arrogant SmirkTry them all.
Seriously, this is going to be my stock answer from now on to anyone who asks about which vocation to use.
You're right thought. Everyone should try everything.
texhnolyze
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I feel you.
There are so many region locked games on steam as well on my region store. Gift or off-site stores are the only way to get them.
Man, Friday really can't come soon enough. Then again, I don't even currently have time to play much, but whatever.
And I know which song I'm going to use as a regular battle theme.
And I know which song I'm going to use as a regular battle theme.
Neither. People are talking about replacing some of the actual music files since that is apparently piss-easy to do.
teacupcopter
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Where is a good 'before I play' guide or beginners tips? Even just a "this is vaguely how each class plays"
The other thing is like is there a relatively spoiler free guide of "don't be dumb at the game" for instance like with some RPGs the first thing I've done is jump in and then buy heaps of shit at every town, and vendor shit when actually you should wait for drops and disenchant! But in others it's different... more like don't let me waste my time guides.
I'm overthinking it but whatever.
The other thing is like is there a relatively spoiler free guide of "don't be dumb at the game" for instance like with some RPGs the first thing I've done is jump in and then buy heaps of shit at every town, and vendor shit when actually you should wait for drops and disenchant! But in others it's different... more like don't let me waste my time guides.
I'm overthinking it but whatever.
I'll certainly play as an Assassin, or at least try it first. It seems the one that'll fit my current playstile. However, I'm still unsure about my Main Pawn.
I'm liking the idea of the Warrior keeping the aggro of larger enemies while I damage them, but a buffer/healer might be useful as well...
I'm going to spend 5 hours deciding this and the look of my characters, won't I?
I'm liking the idea of the Warrior keeping the aggro of larger enemies while I damage them, but a buffer/healer might be useful as well...
I'm going to spend 5 hours deciding this and the look of my characters, won't I?
You can basically replace every song in the game with whatever song you want if you know how. And it's really not difficult.
fun thing is that it rarely feels like you are being penalized for choosing certain classes, so just roll with whatever you want, not to mention there are 2 other pawns you can hire from other people.
I do like having a mage pawn because other people's pawns sometimes don't have the skills I like (the status ailment ones)
does the game use the weird header FLAC that RE5/REV1/2 and whatnot use? not xsew which is like a wav with some strange header but xgnew or whatever?
Moff
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is it easier to find tanks? are tanks even useful?
I think a good support pawn with the skills you like definitely makes a lot of sense. but I am going sorcerer myself.
is the mage the only vocation that can heal?
Pyros_Eien
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The OT will probably have some info. There's a very detailed wiki that has a lot of info too. I can't really think of some crazy "don't do that or else" situations in this. Do carry oil flasks for your lantern as it sucks when you run out of oil in the middle of the night/down a dungeon, but just one is generally enough and you can get by without it anyway.
There's gear in chests and stuff but it's not the main source of equipement, buying stuff from the vendors is how you gear up, and then you sell stuff back, there's no reason to keep gear(other than stuff that can be used by other classes then you can keep them in your "bank" to equip if you switch classes, although it might be outdated at that point and you could find better stuff on the vendors).
I guess one thing is you'll come across some Portcrystals in the game, you have to drop them in the world to create fast travel points. Generally speaking, you'll want to drop one in every place you get one, as you'll probably have to come back at some point later on for sidequests, and they're generally given in places that are far from cities. So when you get one, walk out of the dungeon you're in at the end and drop it outside. It'll save you 5-10mins the next time you have to run there.
oops thank you
It uses .ogg files with a samplerate of 48k that are simply just renamed to .sngw files. I've tried it out and it works.
And just in case, because I don't wan't to get banned, here's proof that I own the game.
Yes, unless Capcom goes out if its way to leave Japan in the preload state. Bethesda did this with the unedited version of Wolf14 and Germany, IIRC.
KCroxtonJr
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The difference here is that the game wasn't designed with the idea of being one-shotted by regular enemies even when you are where you are supposed to be. In souls games you can dodge and block whenever you want, and you don't really fight a ton of enemies at once. In this only certain classes can block and only certain classes can dodge, and you often get into fights with large groups of enemies. Depending on what class you choose, this can make the early parts of the game extremely frustrating, especially for people who have never played the game before and don't really know how things work.
The good thing as you said though, is the ability to go back down to normal and not have to restart if you find it too much to handle.
I still think it's best for new players to play normal difficulty, just to get a better idea of how the game is designed to be played. It's still pretty tough and you can definitely get one-shotted if you wander into the wrong areas too early lol.
Nothing like that. The game simply isn't being released officially in Japan. So receiving it as a gift is fair game.