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Dishonored 2 |OT| The Edge of the World
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Laurentius
Member
Nope. If it's happening I assume they'll want to give Prey some space first (at least a couple of months).
Although to be honest I've sort of lost hope in DLC at this point. Hopefully I'm wrong.
Rexatality
Member
I hope there's DLC soon. It'd be a shame to have the series binned
ScientificPizza
Banned
I saw this for $20 and have heard enough good things to pick it up. Do I need to have played the first? I own it, but have only played a few hours.
It helps. The plot of this game is a direct follow-up to the first game and its two story DLC.
The first game runs pretty well on modern hardware (with some tweaks, I would start here: https://pcgamingwiki.com/wiki/Dishonored#Essential_improvements) and would be a pretty good sample of the plot and gameplay.
ScientificPizza
Banned
Oh cool, thank you!
Just finished mission 5.
Goddamn is this game good, loving it as much as I did the first one. They really outdid themselves with the graphics this time, too. I mean, the last game was really pretty as well, but they went ham with the details in the levels, each room has a ton of stuff that really makes the world feel lived in.
Goddamn is this game good, loving it as much as I did the first one. They really outdid themselves with the graphics this time, too. I mean, the last game was really pretty as well, but they went ham with the details in the levels, each room has a ton of stuff that really makes the world feel lived in.
SJRB
Gold Member
God-tier game, indeed. Enjoy the ride!
TrueDefault
Member
I've been replaying this, High Chaos Ghost, so much more enjoyable (and easier) than Low chaos. Highly recommend this approach. I'm dreading the No-Power level though, not a bit fan of this trope in video games in general.
Is Corvo worth going through the game one more time? I've only been playing using Emily and only played like 30" of the original game.
Is Corvo worth going through the game one more time? I've only been playing using Emily and only played like 30" of the original game.
SmashN'Grab
Member
I'm playing this on the PC and the performance, whilst not perfect, doesn't really bother me too much. However, I'm having an issue with my Xbox controller.
It seems that randomly the game just won't accept input from the controller when I start it up, so I have to restart it a few times alternating between big picture mode and desktop mode to launch it. This can be quite annoying, as you'd imagine.
Also, the other issue is that occasionally (say, every 30 mins or so) during the game there's a weird flicker on screen of the windows desktop for a fraction of a second, followed by the game auto-pausing.
Anyone had this? My controller is fine, there's no issue with any other game nor is there a battery or connection problem. I can even press the Xbox guide button to bring up that little Windows/Xbox thing on the bottom of the screen at the very time that the game's main menu is on screen not accepting my controller's input.
It seems that randomly the game just won't accept input from the controller when I start it up, so I have to restart it a few times alternating between big picture mode and desktop mode to launch it. This can be quite annoying, as you'd imagine.
Also, the other issue is that occasionally (say, every 30 mins or so) during the game there's a weird flicker on screen of the windows desktop for a fraction of a second, followed by the game auto-pausing.
Anyone had this? My controller is fine, there's no issue with any other game nor is there a battery or connection problem. I can even press the Xbox guide button to bring up that little Windows/Xbox thing on the bottom of the screen at the very time that the game's main menu is on screen not accepting my controller's input.
demosthenes
Member
No power is a lot of fun if you just blitz the hell out of the game. Finished in 2.5 hours on my 5th play through.
I swore I bought the deluxe version that was supposed to include DLC.
Laurentius
Member
They've never confirmed DLC. What you saw was probably the pre order bonus (which was like some extra bonecharms or something).
RadioactiveLobster
Member
Just got a 99.3 MB update on STEAM.
Looking for patch notes to figure out what the update actually is.
Looking for patch notes to figure out what the update actually is.
The Amusing Ciderman
Neo Member
Just picked this up on PS4 from ShopTo because it was silly cheap.
I haven't played the first game. No knowledge of previous game at all, other than the basics.
I usually like stealth games, but am concerned that First Person stealth is not quite my jam.
So GAF :
Any advice on how to handle the stealth method? (Is it powers based etc.)
&
Which character should I play with initially for stealth and which is more shock and awe?
Appreciate any help you can give.
I haven't played the first game. No knowledge of previous game at all, other than the basics.
I usually like stealth games, but am concerned that First Person stealth is not quite my jam.
So GAF :
Any advice on how to handle the stealth method? (Is it powers based etc.)
&
Which character should I play with initially for stealth and which is more shock and awe?
Appreciate any help you can give.
Laurentius
Member
Given the recent update with cryptic update notes, I'm a bit hopeful as well. Maybe the patch was setting up some stuff needed for the DLC.
Honestly they can both work really well for stealth. Corvo has Possession and Bend Time and Emily has Mesmerize and Doppleganger (and Domino can be used for some awesome stealth stuff as well). I'd probably say Corvo for a first stealth playthrough though, as his stealth abilities are a bit easier to learn (and Blink is easier for a first timer).
As for handling stealth, keep in mind that you can do a lethal stealth playthrough or non lethal. Both are equally valid and fun. I'd say my biggest tip is to think vertically as much as possible. Often the best stealth routes are above your enemies heads.
MasterMenace
Member
Picked up Dishonored 2 and Prey for $16 at Gamestop (PRO Day today). Finally something to play in this summer drought. Only played Dishonored 1 about 75% of the way and never got around to beating it, but looking forward to Arkane's double scoop of awesomeness here.
Laurentius
Member
Just sitting here hoping for a DLC announcement tonight...
Laurentius
Member
Looks like Harvey is in LA and Dishonored has been all over the Bethesda press stuff. Has to be DLC getting announced tonight.
(I know it's not going to happen, but I would love for a Dunwall City Stories type DLC for Dishonored 2, if only for an updated version of Back Alley Brawl.)
(I know it's not going to happen, but I would love for a Dunwall City Stories type DLC for Dishonored 2, if only for an updated version of Back Alley Brawl.)
Definitely happening. No doubt in my mind about it. Hopefully the game has had some strong legs to overcome the early sales disappointments.
It's a bit of a longshot, but Bethesda's partnership with AMD has me wondering if we'll be seeing some more Vulkan support for their games. Vulkan on Prey and D2 would be great.
Laurentius
Member
I wonder how well it sold on consoles. As far as I know the only reliable numbers we have are Steam Spy, which indicate it definitely sold less than Dishonored 1. Might have sold enough on console to make up for it though? Who knows. Either way, I seriously hope Bethesda continues to fund Arkane's efforts, because they make my favorite type of game.
RadioactiveLobster
Member
I don't think we are getting Dishonored 2 DLC because Death of the Outsider seems to be standalone.
It's priced a bit higher than I thought as well. It better be rather large for that asking price.
It's priced a bit higher than I thought as well. It better be rather large for that asking price.
His Majesty
Banned
So I finally finished the game after buying it back in November. Overall it's really a good game but less cohesive than the first game and performance problems really suck a lot of the enjoyment out of the game.
Missions 2,3 and 4 were definitely my favourite ones.
Missions 2,3 and 4 were definitely my favourite ones.
I will just get the PS4 disc version for $24 at Best Buy or Amazon.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071X3CXBG/?tag=neogaf0e-20
Karspankey
Banned
"Oh shit! Sound the alar... zzzzz"
electroshockwave
Member
How necessary is it to play the first game's DLC before starting this? I've just finished the first one and sort of spoiled myself that the DLC
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villain turns up in 2
Screaming Meat
Unconfirmed Member
D2 will explain everything, but the DLC is awesome. Definitely play it first.
RoninChaos
Member
So I want to play this but haven't really finished the original. I'm maybe two hours into it. It seems that these games thrive on replay value. Is there a "proper way" to play these, like stealth all the way through or just going nuts?
SJRB
Gold Member
Your actions have consequences, let's just keep it at that.
For a first playthrough, just play however feels right for you. There is no "wrong" way to play Dishonored, so don't worry about that while playing because it might ruin your experience if you're constantly wondering if you're doing it "wrong".
Play the way you have the most fun doing, you can always do a replay if you want to try something else or go for achievements or story threads you couldnt get the first time.
Pandora012
Member
So beat the clockwork mansion area, and was able to do it without aggroing the machines! So I guess it was kinda like and easy mode since the guy didn't know I was there.
Decided early on, I really didn't want to deal with the machines, especially since I was going for the ghost achievement.
Instead of talking with him when I entered. I went through the sky light. Had to make sure I didn't mess with his home until he was unconscious/dead. If he's alive he will activate his machines.
RoninChaos
Member
Thank you both. I won't end up getting some shit ending if I play one way or another will I?
Coreda
Member
So this is annoying. When are the powers transferred in NG+? It states they carry over but after reaching the ship and post-Void encounter on a new save slot for NG+ the powers still aren't there.
Then tried overwriting the first, existing completed save slot and during the first mission the powers still haven't transferred. Do I have to have the Void encounter on this save in particular?
Then tried overwriting the first, existing completed save slot and during the first mission the powers still haven't transferred. Do I have to have the Void encounter on this save in particular?
demosthenes
Member
No, there really isn't a shit ending.
I beat the game 5 times in 70 hours. Just play it!
demosthenes
Member
Powers don't shift, runes do. Or whatever the pieces to buy powers were called.
Coreda
Member
Oh, I see. During the first mission it stated I had 0 runes so post-Void encounter after checking the powers and seeing none I mustn't have noticed the rune counter increase. Second slot save is fine apparently.
Pity I overwrote the first slot while testing this :/ Guess I'll poke around the backup and see if there's a way of restoring just that slot.
Regginator
Member
'sup guys, I just saw the description of the trailer of the new stand-alone game, is it a big spoiler if you know that
? Is it brought as "woah!" moment or doesn't it really have any effect on the story?
I'm planning on starting Dishonored 2 later this week (so no replies with untagged spoilers please).
Megan Foster is Billie Lurk
I'm planning on starting Dishonored 2 later this week (so no replies with untagged spoilers please).
Rexatality
Member
If you play on low chaos, Meagan will reveal her true identity. Of course, you'd already know if you've played the Daud DLCs
Agent_4Seven
Tears of Nintendo
The AI in this game is so stupid.
Here, have a look at this hilariousity: https://youtu.be/cLlg9Zl5XQY
I did this like 10 time to see if AI will act differently, but nope, hehe, same shit every time)))))))))))))
Here, have a look at this hilariousity: https://youtu.be/cLlg9Zl5XQY
I did this like 10 time to see if AI will act differently, but nope, hehe, same shit every time)))))))))))))
So i finally managed to finish this game. Low chaos playthrough with Emily, got rid of all main targets with the alternative/ non-lethal way. Game itself was quite good, although it missed its potential sometimes. I think Dunwall was all in all better realised and more authentic through more exposition, lore and characters in the city.
Complete non-lethal aproach is unfun and mostly impossible due to AI bugs, clunky physics etc. that often require to reload several times (with huuge loading times).
Still, glad this series continues to thrive.
But boy, that ending was underwhelming considering all the build-up, story beats before etc. Maybe more of story-related characters and main targets in the first game helped. My qualm with the ending:
I just found the ending very underwhelming, especially compared to the first game. Which wasn't that much longer (the ending), but at least mentioned all the important story beats and had even more direct commentary regarding each level and target at the outsider shrines. Here the outsider didn't mention much of the respective levels.
Complete non-lethal aproach is unfun and mostly impossible due to AI bugs, clunky physics etc. that often require to reload several times (with huuge loading times).
Still, glad this series continues to thrive.
But boy, that ending was underwhelming considering all the build-up, story beats before etc. Maybe more of story-related characters and main targets in the first game helped. My qualm with the ending:
Very few explanations. They made a huge deal of Delilahs accusations and claim of being Jessamine's sister. As far as i've seen they never cleared that up completely and Emily herself didn't believe her till the end. And what about the rest of Karnaka aside from the "new" (fake) duke? What about the dust district, where i got rid of both Paolo and Byrn (non-lethal)? What happend there? What about Jindosh's mechanics? Could've still been put to good use, after he got mad. What about Hypatia? What about Ramsey and all the traitors in Dunwall after i put them away? What about the bloodfly plague (the rat plague was mentioned in the first game's epilogue)? What did the Dunwall courier write about all the events now? This was just left in the dark after talking to him for the second time.
And what did become of Emily's experience in those months? Several times dialogues and she herself mentions her failures as empress so far and and her newfound experience "on the streets" she wants to use to be a better empress.
Which results in one sentence in the epilogue that mentions "Empress Emily -the smart - the wise -(...). Bit thin.
Why am i doing all this, helping and saving people and city districts in side missions if they're never mentioned again? There is no feeling of achievement or wrap-up after all those teased so-called world-changing events and persons.
And what did become of Emily's experience in those months? Several times dialogues and she herself mentions her failures as empress so far and and her newfound experience "on the streets" she wants to use to be a better empress.
Which results in one sentence in the epilogue that mentions "Empress Emily -the smart - the wise -(...). Bit thin.
Why am i doing all this, helping and saving people and city districts in side missions if they're never mentioned again? There is no feeling of achievement or wrap-up after all those teased so-called world-changing events and persons.
I just found the ending very underwhelming, especially compared to the first game. Which wasn't that much longer (the ending), but at least mentioned all the important story beats and had even more direct commentary regarding each level and target at the outsider shrines. Here the outsider didn't mention much of the respective levels.
I finally managed to put some time into this game this weekend after shelving it at launch because of performance. There is really not many changes from the original that I can tell, it's just more Dishonored and you can play with 2 characters. The bar in 1 was a lot more interesting than the ship is in this. I think I should have gone with Corvo, don't like Emily's powers very much. Level design is magnificent. I just beat the clockwork mansion and like wow, if rest of the game is like this... I feel this game got majorly overlooked. Can't wait to beat this finally but considering every mission takes me like 90min and I have to get all the runes and bonecharms, it's going to be awhile. I'm hooked though, few games capture my attention these days. Last one was Nier. I really love the world of Dishonored. It's very creative, beautiful and just sucks you in.
Snacks the sober sea lion
Member
I've started playing this game like, three days ago and it's fucking amazing so far. The levels are godlike and it improved on the first game in so many aspects.
I just hope it doesn't go to shit at the end like The Brigmore Witches
I think it's the same level of quality throughout. Even if the plot is still weak. But it makes the first game's levels feel so small and limited.
This must have taken a really darn long time to make with how precise some tricks are.