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ABZÛ |OT| A Journey into an ocean of wisdom
- Thread starter Deckard Chapel
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Deckard Chapel
Banned
That, I don't know.
People are playing it right now for reviews, so I'm sure that someone in here can answer that for you.
DeepEnigma
Gold Member
While I'm fully aware this is the ABZÛ thread
Someone asked earlier about the Bound pre-order theme, so here it is.
Fully dynamic, and she dances intermittentlyas time progresses.
So excited about both of these games. I'll be switching back and forth between both themes for some time to come.
You are selling me on Bound to go with this too. Santa Monica helped with it, correct?
Deckard Chapel
Banned
While I'm far more excited for ABZÛ, Bound was my second pre-order so I could get the 20% off the cart price. It looks interesting, so I'm excited to see what they do with it.
Yeah I noticed that too. I just hope it downloads together with the game.
Can't wait for this and Bound. Two games that make early August very interesting. Still on the fence for No Man's Sky.
Matt Frost
Member
Both seem incredible, cant wait for both of em: innovative indie games from devs that pour their souls into them
No Man's Sky just gives you some credits, a better ship and a better weapon if you pre-order (I did) so if you decide to buy it later there is no discount to take advantage off. So you are not really loosing much (the things that come with the pre-order are just a little boost in the early game so...). Between BOUND, ABZÛ and No Man's Sky I go with NMS without doubt... exploring the universe, while farming materials, fighting, surviving (you have to see the lastest 4 trailers: Fight, Trade, Explore and Survive) while trying to reach the center of the universe sounds too good to me to pass. My most wanted game since I knew about it...
Me too. Without knowing what the game is I probably won't do it though.
FYI .... for those interested in more of a taste
http://www.thewrap.com/abzu-austin-wintory-soundtrack/
This game is going to be magical
While I'm fully aware this is the ABZÛ thread
Someone asked earlier about the Bound pre-order theme, so here it is.
Fully dynamic, and she dances intermittentlyas time progresses.
So excited about both of these games. I'll be switching back and forth between both themes for some time to come.
Beautiful. No Man's Sky, Abzu and Bound are all I need for August. Deus Ex looks fantastic, but I need a break from the usual suspect sort of games. It can wait.
Deckard Chapel
Banned
Check out the OP! Everything you want to know is in there
It's possible - a lot of folks want one and the team knows this. Tuesday can't come soon enough!
Deckard Chapel
Banned
I think the embargo lifts Monday night.
Deckard Chapel
Banned
Did you like it?
I did. I can answer some general questions folks may have.
Deckard Chapel
Banned
Auron_Kale
Member
What did you think about the soundtrack? Obviously Austin Wintory's music was wonderfully used in Journey, conveying awe and splendor, so I'd love to hear your thoughts on his music here.
Thanks!
Deckard Chapel
Banned
Good question! How does the soundtrack compare emotionally to Journey?
Loved the soundtrack. It matches the setting of the zones well, and complements the visuals. The blend of these two strengthens the emotional impact of events.
Game length wise, I'd say it took me about 4hrs - maybe closer to 5hrs.
Deckard Chapel
Banned
So longer than Journey at base level - with an extension above that if you were to explore, right?
Do you think that this will be as big as Journey? How does it compare in your own opinion?
Yeah. Each zone has stuff to find, some is well hidden. You can blast through the game in probably 2hrs, if you really wanted.
I enjoyed this more than I did Journey, but I like ocean settings and the sense of tranquility.
Deckard Chapel
Banned
Hell. No. Put in headphones and enjoy everything it has to offer.But would you really want to do that?
what about performance?
Deckard Chapel
Banned
Without spoiling specifics,
are there menacing, large, predatory prehistoric things down in the depths? I really want to be surprised by what types - but I noticed by Googling the Latin names from the soundtrack, it reveals non-threatening creatures like Ichthyosaurus, etc. I just want to see large, predatory prehistoric creatures in the game. Please don't spoil the different types, just let me know if there are any lol!
Deckard Chapel
Banned
1.922GB - is that the total file size or just part of the preload? How does that compare to Journey on PS4's file size?
I guess it's the full download, or at least a major part of it.
Journey (ver.1.01) clocks at 3.03 GB for the PS4 version.
FunkyDealer
Banned
I'd almost forgotten about this game. I definitely want to buy it, but I'm not sure whether to get it on PS4 or PC...
Is it 60 FPS on PS4?
Is it 60 FPS on PS4?
finalflame
Member
I'd say wait until it's out and see if the PC version has any major bugs. Otherwise, as long as your PC is connected to your TV, it's a no brainer to get it on PC.
exmachina64
Banned
No, 30-40.
FunkyDealer
Banned
Thanks guys! I'll probably wait for impressions on the PC version then, and pick it up if it's good. I believe this game would be quite beautiful at a solid 60.
I'd rather have a locked 30 than an inconsistent 30-40...
Yabberwocky
Member
Hey, guys, obligatory don't go into the Abzu game overview on PS4. I completely forgot about the player previews, let alone if anyone would actually be playing it yet, annnd just got spoiled quite badly. I'm thoroughly annoyed at myself. D'oh. Don't follow in my dumb ass footsteps!
VanCityGamer
Member
It's Sony's fault for one of the worst "features" of all time. I've had games spoiled too. Utter bullshit.
Yabberwocky
Member
Ha, absolutely this. I was really careful when Uncharted came out, but I'd completely forgotten since that the overview section would do that. I think when I checked Headlander's overview, it wasn't previewing anything before release. D'oooooooooh.
Karak
Member
12:01am pst on the 2nd.
Can't talk at all about Abzu but have to say I dig that Bound theme in this thread
Thats the version I am reviewing.
Deckard Chapel
Banned
It's locked at 40, but runs at 30 most of the time. That's the official word.
I'm sorry you got spoiled
Hopefully, it was at least so amazing that it's something that in hindsight, you can gloat over the rest of us
Did you like it?
Karak
Member
It's locked at 40, but runs at 30 most of the time. That's the official word.
I'm sorry you got spoiled
Hopefully, it was at least so amazing that it's something that in hindsight, you can gloat over the rest of us
Did you like it?
LOL. As I said sadly can't say a word about it. The NDA was pretty clear.