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Grand Theft Auto V |OT| It's Time To Go Home
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Be safe.
Resident Evil King
Member
Been playing for about 90 minutes, but mostly been free roaming so far.
Impressions
Impressions
It took me a little longer to warm to than I expected, but it's great.
I didn't like the prologue section much at all but I understand it was basically a tutorial to get used to shooting/cover/switching characters, it just didn't feel like GTA to me. Mind you I don't like the beginning of IV much either and even San Andreas had some tedious missions at the start so it's to be expected. Also, maybe the fact I was still adjusting to the controls etc would have something to do with it.
Free roaming as Franklin (the only character I've really played as so far outside of the prologue) has been awesome. Way more fun to run around causing havoc than it was in IV.
I have only done one real mission, not counting the prologue and the one where you race Lamar to get used to how the cars handle (kind of undecided on if I like the driving as much as/more than IV yet, it's definitely different).
I did a couple of taxi jobs to earn some money for weapons. So far I've barely used guns (I blew up a bus with a grenade though which was fun and looked awesome) outside of the couple of missions. The game looks amazing when it's dark out, even more so than during the daytime imo.
Haven't heard much of the radio so far but the talkback stuff has been hilarious, and Radio Los Santos is awesome though I'd like if there was a Playback FM/Classics equivalent too.
I went to the safehouse to get away from the cops, sat down on the couch and smoked/watched TV, when I went to change the in-game TV volume the game froze and I had to turn the console off (playing on a super slim PS3). Hopefully won't happen again...
So far it feels like I need to play for another couple of hours to even scratch the surface. The scope of this game is daunting to say the least. I think once I get a few hours in I'm going to absolutely love it.
I didn't like the prologue section much at all but I understand it was basically a tutorial to get used to shooting/cover/switching characters, it just didn't feel like GTA to me. Mind you I don't like the beginning of IV much either and even San Andreas had some tedious missions at the start so it's to be expected. Also, maybe the fact I was still adjusting to the controls etc would have something to do with it.
Free roaming as Franklin (the only character I've really played as so far outside of the prologue) has been awesome. Way more fun to run around causing havoc than it was in IV.
I have only done one real mission, not counting the prologue and the one where you race Lamar to get used to how the cars handle (kind of undecided on if I like the driving as much as/more than IV yet, it's definitely different).
I did a couple of taxi jobs to earn some money for weapons. So far I've barely used guns (I blew up a bus with a grenade though which was fun and looked awesome) outside of the couple of missions. The game looks amazing when it's dark out, even more so than during the daytime imo.
Haven't heard much of the radio so far but the talkback stuff has been hilarious, and Radio Los Santos is awesome though I'd like if there was a Playback FM/Classics equivalent too.
I went to the safehouse to get away from the cops, sat down on the couch and smoked/watched TV, when I went to change the in-game TV volume the game froze and I had to turn the console off (playing on a super slim PS3). Hopefully won't happen again...
So far it feels like I need to play for another couple of hours to even scratch the surface. The scope of this game is daunting to say the least. I think once I get a few hours in I'm going to absolutely love it.
Go run around the ice rink.
flipswitch
Member
Both games use FXAA according to B3D. Better than nothing I guess.
IAmRandom31
Banned
Lol was walking behind someone and hit right on the dpad, made him start talking smack to the guy ahead. He slows up and I talk again. The guy runs up and pushes me then I have him an uppercut, knocked out in one blow.
The joy of walking
The joy of walking
TheLegendOfMart
Banned
17-SEP-2013 07:35 Ready For Delivery Darwen DO
I think I am going to explode if it doesn't come soon.
I think I am going to explode if it doesn't come soon.
lol, I honestly don't know if that's a real person; it sounds more like one of those fake football player names from the Key and Peele sketch. (no offense to Mr. Mingo, if he in fact exists).
and to all those asking, yes it runs fine on ps3, and yes, you'll like it even if you didn't like gta 4
Lol, there's like 400+ where I am. Line is at least half a kilometer down the area now. Full of people toking up etc. No girls either. ALL guys except for two moms with like their preteen sons.
boredofcanada
Member
This game is daunting. Holy shit at the level of detail in EVERYTHING
Report how the install went based on how the eu were having some issues with that
Callo Merlose
Banned
Are you guys serious? I thought he was supposed to DJ in this game
Saints Row 4 has Drank so that's already the better game
opticalmace
Member
What is your xmb audio setting? Can you try something else? eg optical instead of hdmi.yeah, that was a no go.
I'm reinstalling right now, though I'm guessing that'll have nothing to do with it. HERES TO HOPING!
I'm so scared I won't be able to get a copy of the game after seeing pictures of the night launch yesterday
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BUUTvOPIQAE7Ru_.jpg:large
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BUWATrjIcAA8Vpu.jpg:large
Last picture is fucking disgusting by the way.
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BUUTvOPIQAE7Ru_.jpg:large
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BUWATrjIcAA8Vpu.jpg:large
Last picture is fucking disgusting by the way.
Shush you. It should be on PC first.
Chance Hale
Member
7 more GBs to go and speed has picked up so it shouldn't be long. So excited.
Edit: Woot, only 6 more to go! Although now it only says 12/18 GBs where before it used the thousands place. Biggest game I've downloaded from PSN so I didn't know it did this, weird.
Edit: Woot, only 6 more to go! Although now it only says 12/18 GBs where before it used the thousands place. Biggest game I've downloaded from PSN so I didn't know it did this, weird.
Whatever version most of your friends will be playing on if you care about GTA online. Both version are about the same.
NinjaBoiX
Member
Nice!
c'mon, it's just some good natured enthusiasm
blame rockstar for taking so long to develop gta5
tokyostomp
Banned
Also forgot to factor in gf using Netflix.
I am now angry at her, lol!
I am now angry at her, lol!
Still very early days but already a fun experience. The early glimpse they give you at the
(light mechanics spoiler) is very promising if it holds up later on.
Lamar is just awesome. The voice acting is just so perfect, very believable, and I love the back-and-forth between he and Franklin. Soundtrack is wonderful.
The gunplay feels good, but then I would have expected it to anyway since Euphoria is and has always been amazing. The downside is that dual analog sucks for shooters and always will, but that can't be helped here till the PC release, and I much prefer to use Free Aim over some goofy lock-on or aim assist system. I highly recommend people use Free Aim so the gunplay feels a bit more natural. It doesn't overall feel as violent as in Max Payne 3, missing some of the effects like the exit wounds, but it's still strong enough.
The cone of vision for the cops is neat and for the most part enjoyable to avoid, but it can be a bit silly if you're in a tunnel or in some other area they couldn't possibly spot you, yet you're still seen if you enter a cone of vision. However it's still fairly intuitive since you can always see the cone of visions on your map and take steps to avoid them, and for the most part when you get out of line of sight the cops are pretty much screwed. It's a lot more effective now to enter some dark alley to get away.
The performance and IQ can be rough, but really, there's only so much you can expect with ancient consoles and an ambitious open world title.
character switching
Lamar is just awesome. The voice acting is just so perfect, very believable, and I love the back-and-forth between he and Franklin. Soundtrack is wonderful.
The gunplay feels good, but then I would have expected it to anyway since Euphoria is and has always been amazing. The downside is that dual analog sucks for shooters and always will, but that can't be helped here till the PC release, and I much prefer to use Free Aim over some goofy lock-on or aim assist system. I highly recommend people use Free Aim so the gunplay feels a bit more natural. It doesn't overall feel as violent as in Max Payne 3, missing some of the effects like the exit wounds, but it's still strong enough.
The cone of vision for the cops is neat and for the most part enjoyable to avoid, but it can be a bit silly if you're in a tunnel or in some other area they couldn't possibly spot you, yet you're still seen if you enter a cone of vision. However it's still fairly intuitive since you can always see the cone of visions on your map and take steps to avoid them, and for the most part when you get out of line of sight the cops are pretty much screwed. It's a lot more effective now to enter some dark alley to get away.
The performance and IQ can be rough, but really, there's only so much you can expect with ancient consoles and an ambitious open world title.
Yoshichan
And they made him a Lord of Cinder. Not for virtue, but for might. Such is a lord, I suppose. But here I ask. Do we have a sodding chance?
I'm so scared I won't be able to get a copy of the game after seeing pictures of the night launch yesterday
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BUUTvOPIQAE7Ru_.jpg:large
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BUWATrjIcAA8Vpu.jpg:large
Last picture is fucking disgusting by the way.
Bwahahahaha
Only while driving. When you're on foot or not moving, the game is quite stunning.
Buckethead
Banned
This game is fucking crazy.
It looks insanely good for this gen.
Feels nothing like GTA IV and at times nothing like GTA at all.
Interested to see how I end up liking it.
Only gripe so far is no dive like Max Payne.
It looks insanely good for this gen.
Feels nothing like GTA IV and at times nothing like GTA at all.
Interested to see how I end up liking it.
Only gripe so far is no dive like Max Payne.
The Dear Leader
Banned
Any impression on the PSN versions texture pop in?
How is it bad while driving? When I'm on foot it's more obvious because im going slower. Driving sections usually lop on the blur and shit and Vaseline and you can't see shit for jaggies.
This is of course my experience with PC games because I only touch my consoles for exclusives.
Ok, guess i can live with that.
I will never touch a car in this game, if i don't have to.
Which console are you on?
Oh man, that song is MY SHIT.
BobTheFork
Member
Just finished the Install, hold me!
I got out of Best buy first in line and got home.
I'm tired but I don't work tomorrow so it's on. See you on the other side of the story mode
I got out of Best buy first in line and got home.
I'm tired but I don't work tomorrow so it's on. See you on the other side of the story mode
Love to know an answer to this.
No. People are whiny. For an open-world console game it's completely acceptable/good.
...which is awesome.
blame space
Banned
holy shit i can't imagine dealing with people busting down doors. gross.
i think someone knew i was me. i really want to play this game.
i think someone knew i was me. i really want to play this game.
PS3 or 360?
uncleniccius
Member
Good to see you guys all enjoying it, mine should arrive today, and I'll be watching breaking bad first.. But then I'm in Los Santos for the next few months!
The game is a lot of fun and runs smooth but i agree the aliasing is distracting a lot
I'm playing on PS3.
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