One month from today: BioShock Infinite
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PSA: SalsaShark is the go-to GAFer if you're looking to pre-purchase on Steam for $45.
Fine Ham Abounds
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Now that you mention this, I think games have been my most anticipated entertainment for probably 20 years. There's really nothing else I get giddy like a kid over anymore. I did get excited for Star Wars Episode 1 though, but... well, you know how that went.
Well at least you played them. I worry about the people who havent played either of them yet and want to jump into them now before release. I wouldn't want any burning out to occur that would hamper the enjoyment out of Infinite.
Yup that's my primary concern. I might just do a quick read up to refresh my memory instead.
captainnapalm
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It's close to the same for me too.
I remember in 2011, it was Arkham City. Looked forward to that more than anything else.
Visualante2
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The GMG 25% off code isn't coming back is it? Starting to think I should just buy at 20% off.
Yeah, I hope they give out the code a few days before release. My internet connection is pretty crappy, and I don't want to be still installing it on the 26th.
So hyped for some more Bioshock. I think The Last of US is the only other game this year i'm even close to being this excited about. Watching all of the trailers and previews has really got me trying to guess where the story is gonna go. Hopefully they will be able to top the Would You Kindly reveal and blow my mind.
Last of Us looks very compelling, I've been following it very closely and I don't even own a console.
Up close and personal look at what comes with the Premium and Songbird Editions
http://www.bioshockinfinite.com/collector
The Handyman figure looks like one of those MuscleMen figures from the 80s.
Also, I didnt know about the in-game power ups received, like the money bonus for finding the audiologs.
http://www.bioshockinfinite.com/collector
The Handyman figure looks like one of those MuscleMen figures from the 80s.
Also, I didnt know about the in-game power ups received, like the money bonus for finding the audiologs.
bodyofanamerican
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Is the handlebar mustache Handyman model officially out?
show me your skeleton
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haven't seen it in a very long time, which i personally think sucks quite a bit because it was so wonderfully unique. i'm assuming it didn't quite fit the seemingly morbid backstory of the handymen but i still think it would've worked really well to 'sell' a handyman process to the people of columbia.
GraveRobberX
Platinum Trophy: Learned to Shit While Upright Again.
I for the life of me can't find the Pre-Order Season Pass for Bioshock Infinite on the US PS Store
I see it as BSI + Season Pass for $79.99, but no stand alone...
WHAT THE FUCK!?!
Can anyone help me here?
I see it as BSI + Season Pass for $79.99, but no stand alone...
WHAT THE FUCK!?!
Can anyone help me here?
Muffdraul
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According to what Wells said in the Heavy Hitters video last year, yes. He said they tried a few different heads before they settled on "the one" which was the clean shaven/bald one first unveiled in that video. There was a some pretty vocal disappointment and bitching about it (mostly by me) but I don't think they gave a shit. My only guess is that they decided the mustache/coiffed version was too comical (or at least seemed too comical to the dudebros in their focus tests) and they wanted him to look more tragic. Whatever.
Stuff looks nice. I preordered the Premium just because I need a new keychain.
Wow its already up on PSN?
Maybe the standalone Season Pass will be available right on the 26th?
Robo, I got the Premium too. Probably gonna end up framing that lithograph. Also need that Skyhook replica!
bodyofanamerican
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That's a shame. If there are supposed to be several of them in the world though, it'd make sense to have a few variations (hell, even like the Rosies and Bouncer Big Daddies).
Does this link work for you? http://j.mp/ZmNhHF
Also, I need to get my gaf title changed, since I just started at Irrational on Monday of this week, so you'll be seeing a lot of me in the near future when it comes to BioShock Infinite and Irrational Games in general.
ViewtifulJC
Banned
So we're all playing on Hard right? I don't have any interest in 1999 Mode...for an initial playthrough
Hard from the get go, yes.
1999 for playthrough #2
Although 1999 can be unlocked from the start via input code.
I'd like my first playthrough to be with 1999 Mode enabled, however a couple of mates are also interested in the game, so I'll likely have to opt for Normal/Hard and save the former for a later playthrough by myself.
Muffdraul
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It's possible but I'm not counting on it. Only IG comment I've heard about it since the video was FartOfWar saying he personally thought the change was a good decision.
GraveRobberX
Platinum Trophy: Learned to Shit While Upright Again.
Nice
No I mean I can't Pre-Order the Season Pass
I already purchased a physical retail copy
I bought a $20 Network card just for the Season Pass, it's there on the store, but it's tied into a bundle, not stand alone
$59.99 for BSI Pre-Order
$79.99 for BSI + Season Pass Pre-Order
No $19.99 Season Pass Pre-Order Option (don't you get extra bonuses if you do this? or am I confused?)
I want to just get it done, that's all, hate seeing money in Network Wallet lol, get the itch to spend >.>;
ViewtifulJC
Banned
RIP mustached Handyman
I will probably run through on normal the first time and then give 1999 mode a shot after.
Muffdraul
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He was too beautiful for this world. ;_;
Miles Quaritch
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RIP mustached Handyman
Has it been confirmed he's no longer in the game? I know they've shown the balding Handyman, but I was hopeful they had more than one type and he was still in the game.
br0ken_shad0w
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I was hesistant with this game due to all the shootbang and shaky development, but the recent videos (starting with the 5 min opening), changed my stance. Now I'm so damn hyped for this and the wait is unbearable.
Snagged the Songbird edition from Gamestop last month and it hasn't cancelled yet so *crosses fingers*
Snagged the Songbird edition from Gamestop last month and it hasn't cancelled yet so *crosses fingers*
Miles Quaritch
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He's in the game, but he look like this now.
So that's the only Handyman? There aren't other types/designs?
Such a shame if that's the case. I was hoping we'd see moustached Handy make an appearance later in the game.
ArkkAngel007
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So far that's the only one they've shown since the redesign.
Anyway, here's a bit of a barebones impression from USA Today. The opening moments of the game are mentioned, so you may want to skip out if you don't want any plot details.
http://www.usatoday.com/story/tech/gaming/2013/03/08/preview-bioshock-infinite/1970237/
Voxophones, kinetoscopes, and salts (and how to obtain them) are mentioned, as well as the effects of possession. They also touch on the gameplay involving skylines.
ArisenDragon
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Playing through the original BioShock again went back to easy mode to get the audio diaries and do some other achievements this game is still incredible.
Nice read! Of course, this just makes the wait that much more unbearable
Yeah I plat'ed it not too long ago finally. It took me years to finally break down and use a guide to find every single audio diary. That was always the one troph/cheev I was missing.
Miles Quaritch
Member
Thanks and thanks again for posting the link.
Some choice quotes that don't contain any spoilers.
Interesting comment about green orbs on the skyline and building. I wonder what that means. Limited access to the skyline?
ArisenDragon
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Yeah for sure need a guide don't want to miss one.
Thanks for the link. I really hope this game turns out great, I've been excited since the first trailer.
Ah, gotcha. I misunderstood your original request.
I don't currently see that option via the PS3 Digital Orders page, but it may still be coming as a separate purchase once the game releases. Let me try to dig around (email some people) on this and find an answer for you.
grindamasta
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Played the game for like 2 hours today on a press event (PC version).... I really loved every second of it, the wait was worth it 
Dragon1893
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Played the game for like 2 hours today on a press event (PC version).... I really loved every second of it, the wait was worth it
How was the AI? (both for Liz and the enemies)
ViewtifulJC
Banned
Played the game for like 2 hours today on a press event (PC version).... I really loved every second of it, the wait was worth it
We know how pretty it looks, but how does the combat feel? Did you get to fly around on some skyrails, tear open some objects, did the weapons look and sound good?