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ABZÛ |OT| A Journey into an ocean of wisdom
- Thread starter Deckard Chapel
- Start date
Spiral Insanity
Banned
It is pretty, but way too on-rails for my liking. At least it is well priced.
There seem to be meditation points, which are like a screen saver. But for some reason the game covers the top and bottom of the screen with ugly bars. The issue is that it doesn't cover it completely, on my monitor there is a 1px border of game screen still visible, ruining the 'cinematic' effect that I think the developers were going for.
There seem to be meditation points, which are like a screen saver. But for some reason the game covers the top and bottom of the screen with ugly bars. The issue is that it doesn't cover it completely, on my monitor there is a 1px border of game screen still visible, ruining the 'cinematic' effect that I think the developers were going for.
It's nine hours away.
It's nine hours away (Steam's countdown timer updates every hour).
so no midnight release for pc? laaame
The devs might change their mind, but I wouldn't count on it. At least they didn't just opt for the default 10am PT.
Karak
Member
The prompts are some of the best I have heard.
What time are you posting your review?
finalflame
Member
What reason could they possibly have to not release on PC at midnight? Are they not confident on the game's stability/didn't play test sufficiently and don't want to come in in the morning to a bunch of bug reports/tickets?
This is such bull.
This is such bull.
Reviews can appear in 1.5hrs.
Fushichou187
Member
The FOMO is real amongst our PC GAFer brethren it seems. Being bummed is one thing but let it stay there and not evolve into calling the devs names or anything childish like that please. You all are better than that. Your impressions from playing will be no less valid or welcome because it comes a few hours or a day later than others.
As for myself, in its movement and presentation, not to mention its meditative aspect, Abzu takes the things I loved about Flower, Proteus, and Journey, and gives me a great sense of... relief is probably the best word to use. I felt incredibly relaxed in the hour I played this evening, and had a smile the entire time. I really do look forward to hearing impressions from you all.
Nicely done.
As for myself, in its movement and presentation, not to mention its meditative aspect, Abzu takes the things I loved about Flower, Proteus, and Journey, and gives me a great sense of... relief is probably the best word to use. I felt incredibly relaxed in the hour I played this evening, and had a smile the entire time. I really do look forward to hearing impressions from you all.
Nicely done.
Deckard Chapel
Banned
I'm about an hour in and I am absolutely loving this! The graphics and atmosphere are second to none and Austin Wintory - you did an unbelievable job with the soundtrack! There's one part I won't spoil for those that haven't played it yet, but the music was so jaw-droppingly, insanely good that I actually put the controller down for about 10 minutes just to hear it loop.
And I'm only an hour in! I definitely like it better than Journey and that's not hyperbole, I mean it!
And I'm only an hour in! I definitely like it better than Journey and that's not hyperbole, I mean it!
Karak
Member
12:01 am pst embargo time
xVaalbarAx
Member
Fantastic game. The art and music is top notch.
Incitemaybe
Member
Just played a little bit tonight...... Visuals and music are in such harmony, I spent over half my time just doing little flips and looking around 🙂
Well I didn't think I would get scared so early in the game. Played only 19 minutes, just because it's late. I was
Though that was just one moment. The game is serene and beautiful. I'll upload footage later.
following my robot buddy, then a Shark came out of nowhere and destroyed it. I jumped a foot.
Though that was just one moment. The game is serene and beautiful. I'll upload footage later.
DeepEnigma
Gold Member
Hopefully this works: https://open.spotify.com/album/163rlW0yY6SUBETXD1tXFs
DeepEnigma
Gold Member
Lee Chaolan
Member
Agreed, I'd gladly pay for an actual Dynamic theme. The pre-order theme was cool, but missed opportunity for something moving, and some of that God-tier music.
JetBlackPanda
Member
Son of a bitch I went to pre order and the PS+ discount is gone.
Frag Waffles
Member
About an hour in and this is exactly what I wanted. Absolutely gorgeous presentation both visually and musically. Totally serene.
bender
What time is it?
Just finished in a little under 2.5 hours. It might not have the emotional impact of a game like Journey or carry the message of a game like Flower but it really does feel like the follow-up to those games. I can't recommend it enough The visuals and sound track are amazing. I really hope the sound track gets a release on vinyl.
VanCityGamer
Member
Yeah, it was a mistake to hold off the reviews until after the pre-order price was gone. I would've bought the game for $16 if the reviews are glowing. I won't for $20 knowing that there was just a cheaper price. I'll wait until a new sale.
mrqs
Member
Just finished it, my impressions:
It's Journey underwater.
I would say it's an nice game for those who deeply wants something that mimics Journey but it's not as good.
It's Journey underwater.
It's really just like Journey, many of the same story beats and storytelling cues. Didn't like that, but it's pretty and has an good soundtrack.
It's repetitive, tha gameplay changes a bit by the end but it's mostly the same thing from all the way through. The "Story" is a mixture of Journey with Flower, by the end you're an powerfull being and goes on to do pretty things.
I mean, i wish i liked it more, but the quality and autorship gap between an game like Abzu and Journey/Inside is pretty noticeble (and Abzu is not nearly as polished). I felt i was watching for a large portion of the time, sometimes it had puzzles but they were the same style from beggining to end. They were creative on the visuals, but gameplay and puzzle wise...
It's repetitive, tha gameplay changes a bit by the end but it's mostly the same thing from all the way through. The "Story" is a mixture of Journey with Flower, by the end you're an powerfull being and goes on to do pretty things.
I mean, i wish i liked it more, but the quality and autorship gap between an game like Abzu and Journey/Inside is pretty noticeble (and Abzu is not nearly as polished). I felt i was watching for a large portion of the time, sometimes it had puzzles but they were the same style from beggining to end. They were creative on the visuals, but gameplay and puzzle wise...
Mrstriker09
Member
Just Finished it. Solid game. Music was amazing.
Yeah, same for me. I was ready to buy the game, but then I read they embargoed reviews until after the discount had ended. Sale or PS+ for me now.
Karak
Member
My Review for ACG
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jbNdcdgF2TQ
Rated it a BUY
Play time #1 3.5 hours
Playtime #2 to get more items 3 hours and to do some recording
Rated it a Buy.
Pros
Worldview
Sound
Music
Cons
Abstract as hell.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jbNdcdgF2TQ
Rated it a BUY
Play time #1 3.5 hours
Playtime #2 to get more items 3 hours and to do some recording
Rated it a Buy.
Pros
Worldview
Sound
Music
Cons
Abstract as hell.