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[Kazerei]

So when do you get to do pirate stuff? I'm in Havanna and bored out of my mind because right now it's just typical AC. A map full of checklist things to do that give no real meaningful reward. I swear Ubi makes the worst open worlds.

AC games usually take a long time to open up, but ACIV is actually not bad in this regard. You'll get your ship at the end of sequence 2. Then there's a few tutorial missions in sequence 3 and you're good to go.

I've only officially done 1 story mission but it was so long and boring that I had to give it 1 star. I'm getting the feeling that this will be a common theme in this game.

Dude stop posting on GAF and play the damn game

 

[Mifune]

Wow, the last mission of sequence 2 is glorious, rousing, thrilling. Pretty much everything I want from this series.

Unfortunately it seems like the developers aren't letting people share it. The share button saved the mission before the last one.

 

[xelios]

So when do you get to do pirate stuff? I'm in Havanna and bored out of my mind because right now it's just typical AC. A map full of checklist things to do that give no real meaningful reward. I swear Ubi makes the worst open worlds.

Hate to agree but so far the only reason Havanna seems so spread out is to put space between collectibles--absolutely nothing else. What a shame. Back to missions then, sick of grabbing collectibles.

 

[Roto13]

Dude stop posting on GAF and play the damn game

He only plays games so he can bitch about them on GAF, though.

 

[AlphaSnake]

Does anyone want to trade with me: my Killzone: Shadow Fall for their PS4 AC: Black Flag?

Edit: Preferably in Central Florida area.

 

[Megasoum]

He only plays games so he can bitch about them on GAF, though.

At least he's actually playing the game he's bitching about this time... That's rare these days.

 

[chickdigger802]

Any of the uplay gear worth messing with?

 

[Balphon]

Any of the uplay gear worth messing with?

The swords are slightly better than the ones Edward starts with, IIRC.

 

[PoweredBySoy]

I can't help feel how much more interesting this game would be if there were just less ships in the ocean - to create more hunter/prey scenarios, or just a general feeling of vastness. I don't need Silent Hunter levels of realism, but at times I feel like I'm doing a slalom course with the Spanish armada.

 

[Pops Maellard]

So when do you get to do pirate stuff? I'm in Havanna and bored out of my mind because right now it's just typical AC. A map full of checklist things to do that give no real meaningful reward. I swear Ubi makes the worst open worlds.

Agreed about the terrible AC bits, but Ubi open worlds are the best. I love random crap strewn about a massive, beautiful world for no reason. Just like FC3 and Blood Dragon, I'll probably play ACIV at least three times.

If I can ever get it running about 25fps, that is.

 

[Diseased Yak]

Can someone please tell me either:

A) How to disable Uplay on the PS4 version

or

B) How to change my login credentials for Uplay.

I haven't been able to login to Uplay ever and it's bugging the fuck outta me getting messages all the time about it while in game.

I hate to repost this (last time), but Ubisoft support has been no help. Anyone have a clue? I've deleted my install file, deleted my local save, redownloaded it off the Plus cloud, and reinstalled the game, and no dice.

 

[megalowho]

I love the idea of rating missions, especially since it works within the framework of the larger story. It's like the opposite of AC3 making you feel shitty for failing optional objectives, making you feel like you have a say on how they did instead. Very cool.

 

[Sora_N]

I kinda hate ship encounters. How or when can I upgrade my defenses or firepower.

 

[chickdigger802]

you know, this game just got 900% better after i bought the pirate cloak outift.

 

[keltickennedy]

Going to start streaming some late night assassin missions in the game on ps4. Not going to be tackling any story related stuff. Check it out and ask me questions about the game or if your wanted to see me do anything Inparticular in the game.

www.twitch.tv/keltickennedy

 

[Roto13]

I kinda hate ship encounters. How or when can I upgrade my defenses or firepower.

Not too long after you get your ship, there's a tutorial.

 

[XANDER CAGE]

Got my PS4 and AC4. Holy shit, even though the graphics are clearly cross-gen, the image quality already makes me satisfied with my purchase.

Animation seems wonkier than previous games, but otherwise I'm having a good time.

 

[burgerdog]

Do I have to select the aveline mission from a menu?

 

[chickdigger802]

yep even on pc it looks a bit wonky and current gen for the most part... but the glimpse of next gen is when it storms.

 

[The Lamp]

The first ship sailing section in the storm on PS4..... Wow... Those stormy wave physics.

 

[Dead]

The first ship sailing section in the storm on PS4..... Wow... Those stormy wave physics.

That plus the smoke from the canons is pretty awesome. Can become a pretty beautiful mess.

 

[Bittercup]

We do like to surprise people

That was a great surprise, thanks

Do I have to select the aveline mission from a menu?

It should be right in the main menu when you start the game, just next to the main campaign.

 

[neorej]

The first ship sailing section in the storm on PS4..... Wow... Those stormy wave physics.

Just wait. It gets even better.

I've sailed in fair weather and came across a Spanish ship that immediately opened fire. Thanks to an earlier fight, i only had 1 healthbar left so I got out of there. The enemy gave chase so I headed for a storm I spotted on the horizon.
The transition from clear skies to heavy storm is something to behold.

 

[Khalifa Jayy]

Are we supposed to be able to see these notes in the database section of the pause menu? This is my first real foray into Assassin's Creed, so you'll have to forgive me if I'm coming across as ignorant.

Almost all of the database entries are littered with these random notes. Are they part of the game? Some are signed off OG, others ML and a few others. What is this supposed to be?

 

[TAJ]

Are we supposed to be able to see these notes in the database section of the pause menu? This is my first real foray into Assassin's Creed, so you'll have to forgive me if I'm coming across as ignorant.



Almost all of the database entries are littered with these random notes. Are they part of the game? Some are signed off OG, others ML and a few others. What is this supposed to be?

Abstergo Entertainment employees. ML is the woman who shows you around, Melanie Lemay. OG is Olivier Garneau.

 

[BigDug13]

Are we supposed to be able to see these notes in the database section of the pause menu? This is my first real foray into Assassin's Creed, so you'll have to forgive me if I'm coming across as ignorant.



Almost all of the database entries are littered with these random notes. Are they part of the game? Some are signed off OG, others ML and a few others. What is this supposed to be?

Yeah it has to do with the Animus as you're attempting to extract the memories necessary for their programs. At least that's what I suspect after getting a little further in the game. I'll be honest, when I first saw those notes I thought Ubisoft had messed up, but it's in-game as far as its placement as far as I can tell.

 

[Lingitiz]

Played up till Nassau. The PC port is pretty bad but it's serviceable I guess and looks okay.

Luckily the game itself seems pretty awesome. Getting the Jackdaw and the mission before it were great. It feels a lot like AC:B in that there's not a ton of setup and things are moving pretty quickly.

 

[kazebyaka]

Almost all of the database entries are littered with these random notes. Are they part of the game? Some are signed off OG, others ML and a few others. What is this supposed to be?

it was like this since...2nd AC game. It's just a funny commentary from people who send you messages/write encyclopedia and stuff.

 

[TAJ]

it was like this since...2nd AC game. It's just a funny commentary from people who send you messages/write encyclopedia and stuff.

In this game it's memos from other people working on the new Edward Kenway movie/video game/whatever.

 

[A Serious Man]

I want to explore and find everything but I kind of want to get the story out of the way first. Do you get to roam freely after you complete the story or should I save the story stuff for last?

 

[Lime]

I can't help feel how much more interesting this game would be if there were just less ships in the ocean - to create more hunter/prey scenarios, or just a general feeling of vastness. I don't need Silent Hunter levels of realism, but at times I feel like I'm doing a slalom course with the Spanish armada.

Fucking exactly.

 

[RedAssedApe]

I see they still haven't fixed the stealth. Just try and hide its deficiencies by adding more foilage. you aren't fooling anyone ubiiii...sigh

 

[Naite]

Just did my first 2 diving bell sections. Definitely not a fan of these areas, especially when I'm still getting a handle of the underwater swimming controls.

Also are viewpoints bugged? In Kingston it says I've only got 8/9 when I've done all 9 (and even fast traveled to all of them and resync'd them again).

 

[Mifune]

Also are viewpoints bugged? In Kingston it says I've only got 8/9 when I've done all 9 (and even fast traveled to all of them and resync'd them again).

Yeah, I found the viewpoints to be bugged as well. Annoying since that's the one AC "collectible" where I gotta have 'em all.

 

[Deaf Spacker]

Is anyone else in the UK able to play their Steam bought copy?

 

[krimsoncharge]

PS4 users need some help. i bought the game from PSN and while the store page showed me a 21gb download, the actual file was around 4.5 gb. along with it i downloaded the aveline file too. now when i start the game my sp starts instantly but aveline chapter is showing just 73% complete and MP is at 0%. so is my PS4 still downloading files? and will it still keep downloading while its on standby mode cause its not showing any file being downloaded in the notification bar.

 

[SJRB]

Just did my first 2 diving bell sections. Definitely not a fan of these areas, especially when I'm still getting a handle of the underwater swimming controls.

Also are viewpoints bugged? In Kingston it says I've only got 8/9 when I've done all 9 (and even fast traveled to all of them and resync'd them again).

I'm not a fan of the underwater sections either, but mostly because there's WAY too much sharks and eels everywhere. Those eels are like fucking underwater velociraptors, stalking you from the long grass.

 

[Neuromancer]

Anyone know how to find out if the game is recognizing the preorder DLC code for the Hidden Mystery Pack I input? (PS4 version) Is there something on the map I should be seeing?

Reason I ask is I had some issues getting CoD to recognize the Free Fall map but at least that was easy to check, I'm not sure what to look for in this game.

 

[keltickennedy]

PS4 users need some help. i bought the game from PSN and while the store page showed me a 21gb download, the actual file was around 4.5 gb. along with it i downloaded the aveline file too. now when i start the game my sp starts instantly but aveline chapter is showing just 73% complete and MP is at 0%. so is my PS4 still downloading files? and will it still keep downloading while its on standby mode cause its not showing any file being downloaded in the notification bar.

Yes. The game is still downloading in the background while you play. When I first started the game, I played through the opening level. When I finally got to Havana, the first main city, the game started installing the rest of the way while Edward was standing in the animus loading screen. My install time ingame was maybe 10 minutes tops.

 

[void666]

Dear ubisoftt you can't do stealth and combat properly. Stop trying and just copy the arkham games mechanics. Thank you.

 

[sangreal]

I had a good time with this game; wish I had waited for PS4 instead of rushing to play it on PS3 but oh well. Anyways, I wanted to ask -- is it just me or was the ship more fun in ac3? I recall wind having a bigger effect and the chain shot mechanics were much cooler. AC4 seems dumbed down a little, but it's been awhile since I played 3 so maybe my memory is failing me

also, the melee combat blows compared to the older games. and bring back the hook-blade

 

[sangreal]

PS4 users need some help. i bought the game from PSN and while the store page showed me a 21gb download, the actual file was around 4.5 gb. along with it i downloaded the aveline file too. now when i start the game my sp starts instantly but aveline chapter is showing just 73% complete and MP is at 0%. so is my PS4 still downloading files? and will it still keep downloading while its on standby mode cause its not showing any file being downloaded in the notification bar.

I don't have AC4 on PS4 but my experience with BF4 and NFS was that no, it won't download the rest unless you have the game open

 

[Khalifa Jayy]

Anyone know how to find out if the game is recognizing the preorder DLC code for the Hidden Mystery Pack I input? (PS4 version) Is there something on the map I should be seeing?

Reason I ask is I had some issues getting CoD to recognize the Free Fall map but at least that was easy to check, I'm not sure what to look for in this game.

OT but how do you check the Free Fall map thing for Cod? I never saw it download or anything.

 

[chickdigger802]

yep all missions with optional 'don't get in fights', I try, but then see a huge path with no bushes, go fuck it. kill everyone. Give the mission 1 star.


I did notice for assassinations, as long as you kill the target first, you will get the stealth bonus. just mow down everyone else after.


Are there any other weapon types besides barefists, dual swords and hidden blades for melee?

 

[ScepticMatt]

Any workaround to play this in Europe right now(PC)?

 

[Blue Ninja]

Any workaround to play this in Europe right now(PC)?

It's not available yet? I got my Uplay code through GMG yesterday.

 

[elwes]

Is there some kind of official GAF Social list for people that want to have more Royal Convoys, white whales, and social chests pop up in their games? I have a few friends that barely play the game and my ship is strong enough now to easily take out most of those convoys. Need them Reals.

 

[chickdigger802]

oh yeah there is second screen stuff for this right?

wonder if it works with pc version.

 

[ScepticMatt]

It's not available yet? I got my Uplay code through GMG yesterday.

It doesn't show up in uPlay yet (22th is the official release date on Europe PC)

 

[Deaf Spacker]

It doesn't show up in uPlay yet (22th is the official release date on Europe PC)

I'm in the UK and my Steam copy unlocked last night.