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[M1chl]

wow, @psgamer84 has an issue with box collision - says it all about his priorities. another 1/10 review, 'clipped through box son, now let's go check out abbie's 4k testicles'.

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[oldergamer]

It's hard to get excited by the footage
The weight and momentum of the character are way off
Floaty running and a jump that sucks you back to the ground

Not to mention the camera that seems to get stuck everywhere
Is it too early to say jankfest?

Ummm yeah, you are basing it on footage? it more looks like you are tying to find "something" to complain about then giving a proper critique

 

[SlimySnake]

Oh shit. Now that it has your seal of approval I have to buy it.

i am playing it on the $1 sub satya nadella gives me every christmas. i am not recommending you pay $30 for it lol

 

[reksveks]

Not good at this game (no musical talent and can't keep a beat) but still enjoying it.

 

[sainraja]

The fact that gamers got the game before "reviewers" makes me smile.

Yeah, you kinda have to appreciate that. They lose a little bit of control...highlighting the need for 'game trials' even more.

 

[Topher]

lol i was actually wrong.

 

[Dr. Claus]

Not good at this game (no musical talent and can't keep a beat) but still enjoying it.

All attacks will land on the beat. By matching the beat, you just do increased damage. You can play it entirely without problem never bothering with the mechanic.

 

[Jennings]

I'm such a spaz during chapter boss battles my accuracy takes a nosedive. Doing great on all the other battles though.

There's a couple tracks they licensed that are a little hard for me to hear/adhere to the beat so for certain big fights I switch to Streamer mode for more basic/stock beats. Helps me a lot.

 

[reksveks]

All attacks will land on the beat. By matching the beat, you just do increased damage. You can play it entirely without problem never bothering with the mechanic.

Yeah, I just want to be good at it but I can't be.

It's quite forgiving it seems.

 

[Topher]

Yeah, I just want to be good at it but I can't be.

It's quite forgiving it seems.

Yeah, I'm getting through no problem and I suck at rhythm games as well.

 

[March Climber]

game looks stunning despite being cartoonish.

I can't believe my eyes.

 

[SportsFan581]

Yeah, I just want to be good at it but I can't be.

It's quite forgiving it seems.

I find I do better if I just kind of get in rhythm with each track when not doing anything (just standing around swinging at air), then I can get better results in fights (I can get some As then and mostly Bs).

 

[Robb]

Just started it and man, this game is absolutely gorgeous! The animation is top notch as well. I wonder what engine they’re using for this, I’d love to see more cell shaded games using it in the future.

I’m not friends with the ‘beat’ yet, I think I’ll have to play with headphones going forward. But it’s been fun so far.

 

[Lux R7]

this game is fantastic, i'm past the second main boss and can't wait to play again
also i'm playing hard mode and it's a good challenge

 

[twilo99]

So what "kind" of graphics are we looking at here? I mean the style, etc. its very unique looking.

 

[SF Kosmo]

It's hard to get excited by the footage
The weight and momentum of the character are way off
Floaty running and a jump that sucks you back to the ground

Not to mention the camera that seems to get stuck everywhere
Is it too early to say jankfest?

The jumping feels weird at first until you realize it's meant to be synced to the beat like everything else. This game takes a level or two to get going and click but once it does...

 

[Bragr]

One thing I really like is how you don't fuck up if you don't nail the beat. It's just a damage boost, and you don't need to follow the songs, you just need to hit a rhythm with your button presses regardless of the song in the background.

It's a smart way to deal with something that, in many rhythm games, can be annoying.

 

[Kilau]

So does the game have MTX? Saw something about gears, looks good but I don’t like MTX.

 

[twilo99]

 

[jshackles]

So does the game have MTX? Saw something about gears, looks good but I don’t like MTX.

I was worried about that too - but it turns out that gears are just in-game currency that are everywhere. Kinda like bolts in Ratchet and Clank.

They even updated the Steam description to clarify:

(Note: Gears are obtained through combat and exploration in-game and not available as a purchasable currency.)

 

[Billbofet]

Just finished the first level and defeated the boss. Pure fun with some genuinely funny moments.
Jet Devil May Grind Radio!!!

 

[Mattyp]

So does the game have MTX? Saw something about gears, looks good but I don’t like MTX.

The only MTX is a $15 pack or whatever from the start that gives you 20,000 gears for weapon upgrades and bunch of character skins. You collect over 20,000+ gears just from the very first level.

Has zero impact on any aspect of gameplay on this.

 

[Jinzo Prime]

Oh no, that actually looks good! Another 2023 game I want to play!

 

[Kilau]

The only MTX is a $15 pack or whatever from the start that gives you 20,000 gears for weapon upgrades and bunch of character skins. You collect over 20,000+ gears just from the very first level.

Has zero impact on any aspect of gameplay on this.

I was worried about that too - but it turns out that gears are just in-game currency that are everywhere. Kinda like bolts in Ratchet and Clank.

They even updated the Steam description to clarify:

Ah cool thanks, I’ll download it on gamepass later.

 

[DenchDeckard]

This is genuinely going to go down as a classic that's mentioned for years and years to come. It's absolutely brilliant.

 

[Nico_D]

I needed something like this for when Persona 4 starts getting on my nerves.

 

[Fahdis]

Did Microsoft genuinely just stealth release a GOTY contender out of nowhere?

 

[Balducci30]

What?!? Why would you need game pass to try a game like this? Some of you people are fucking insane with needing game pass for everything. I saw the announcement, loved the aesthetic, purchased it right away and just beat the 1st boss. Loving it. Plus ShinjI Mikam!
Fuck game pass and fuck needing a rental service to know if I want to buy a game or not (it’s not a personal attack on you my friend but my feelings towards sub services)…

I can say for sure I would not have tried this without gamepass - it’s not something that aesthetically or gameplay wise appeals to me. But I’m playing it and kinda like it

 

[64bitmodels]

Did Microsoft genuinely just stealth release a GOTY contender out of nowhere?

the result of what happens when they actually use their studios to make games

 

[Freeza93]

First review: 9.5

I think the game will settle around 85 when all is said and done...honestly should be a 90 based on quality/uniqueness but playing on beat is tough and I think points will be docked for that.

I dont trust anything that has Era in its name.

 

[Balducci30]

i feel obliged to buy this on steam because at some point these music licenses will expire and it will get pulled from everything

Is that how it works? What about films with music in them on streaming?

 

[Ghost of Caelid]

I dont trust anything that has Era in its name.

What about B.C.E and A.D.E?

 

[Freeza93]

What about B.C.E and A.D.E?

Thanks i had my vitamins already?!

 

[Freeza93]

Are people really hating on this game that is not pretending to be a 40 hour cutscene with button prompts?

shame.

 

[BennyBlanco]

Is that how it works? What about films with music in them on streaming?

hollywood must be getting better deals. Look at GTA, Forza Horizon series, etc.

 

[Topher]

Are people really hating on this game that is not pretending to be a 40 hour cutscene with button prompts?

shame.

Seems like mostly a positive reception here for the game.

 

[Balducci30]

Is it just me or does this game have some weird... "Dreamcast vibes"?

I dunno, it looks nice and seems to have a lot of charm. Will definetly play at some point, probably pretty soon.

This is a bad thing?

 

[SpokkX]

Jet set radio + Bayonetta + Viewtiful Joe running on a Dreamcast 2 is what this feels like

it is just REALLY great. Frankly I am shocked at the pure quality of the production.

 

[Balducci30]

So I’m playing it. It’s actually pretty good. Not totally my type of game but it’s legitimately fun.

Also how are they doing the cel-shading here this is the best looking anime type graphics I’ve ever seen? It’s kind of amazing

Xbox had an entire year of basically nothing. High on Life was funny but not a great game imo. Pentiment was very niche…. And then they just shadow drop this?

 

[Rockondevil]

I haven’t had all that much time with it. Just beat the first boss. Enjoying it so far.
The upgrades looked good and new combos are good for those that can remember them.

I’m not big on the timing gsmes but this is quite forgiving and you really don’t have to bother, at least so far.

 

[Ghost of Caelid]

"Your announcement thread evolved into an OT"

Glad, one was needed.

 

[SenjutsuSage]

It takes me back to the Mega Man Battle Network days on the Game Boy Advance despite it being a different style of game. Just got done with the first boss. I love this game thus far. So damn good!

 

[GHG]

Purchased.

If it's not as good as all of you say I'm coming for all of you. Especially you Banjo64 and SlimySnake

 

[Ronin_7]

Jet set radio + Bayonetta + Viewtiful Joe running on a Dreamcast 2 is what this feels like

it is just REALLY great. Frankly I am shocked at the pure quality of the production.

Instant goty.

 

[Freeza93]

Purchased.

If it's not as good as all of you say I'm coming for all of you. Especially you Banjo64 and SlimySnake

Besides of making fun here. Its really a good game. I dont line these graphic style but the gameplay is really good. A bit Old god of war/dmc with rythm kombo mechanic and platforming. And qte ala god of war style on huge bosses.

Its simply an old school style videogame with perfect frametimes. runs in 4k 60 on a potatoe.

i miss hdr a bit tbh.

 

[Balducci30]

Imagine having to get dragged through the mud online for not having a presence at The Game Awards (amidst the FTC drama), knowing you're about to shadow drop one of the best and beautiful action games in years.

I bet they didn’t even know tbh

 

[Punished Miku]

Purchased.

If it's not as good as all of you say I'm coming for all of you. Especially you Banjo64 and SlimySnake

Its very good. On level 2 and I didnt anticipate new upgrades keep coming. Just a fun ass game. Price is really not bad either.

 

[GHG]

Besides of making fun here. Its really a good game. I dont line these graphic style but the gameplay is really good. A bit Old god of war/dmc with rythm kombo mechanic and platforming. And qte ala god of war style on huge bosses.

Its simply an old school style videogame with perfect frametimes. runs in 4k 60 on a potatoe.

i miss hdr a bit tbh.

Yeh I've seen that it lacks HDR support on pcgamingwiki due to it being an unreal engine title but whatever, I'll be fine without it if I'm having fun with the game.

 

[twilo99]

Oh no, that actually looks good! Another 2023 game I want to play!

I’m yet to achieve the maneuver shown there but yeah the game plays well

 

[Banjo64]

Purchased.

If it's not as good as all of you say I'm coming for all of you. Especially you Banjo64 and SlimySnake