Hyper Light Drifter |OT| We On A HyperLight Beam
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I noticed that, but it only really made itself known when autosaved when I had 2 hp and no health packs. That wasn't fun.
At least warping restores all your health. I just gotta play more carefully that's all.
GuitarAtomik
Member
I really really wish I can figure out the graphics issue for my Surface since that's where I want to play this. It works on my desktop just fine and I gave the first 15-20 minutes a go and it feels so good but I didn't want to get too far in since I don't believe this has cloud saves.
Agh... just did a disgustingly hard dash challenge past an 8 segment door in the west area, NG+ so one mistake = death, got a sexy outfit as a reward. I returned home... but you can't change cloaks in NG+? What?
Edit: Can anyone on NG+ confirm whether they're experiencing the same behaviour? Wondering whether it might be a bug, seems such a strange decision given so many rewards are outfit based.
Edit: Can anyone on NG+ confirm whether they're experiencing the same behaviour? Wondering whether it might be a bug, seems such a strange decision given so many rewards are outfit based.
Blackquill
Member
Got a fucking bug AGAIN ENDING SPOILERS
Was on my way to kill the final boss, I hit him to trigger the script with the final hit. Then the hero split up in two which means one of them killed the boss and the other just waited here so I can't continue the boss was hard so I wonder if the bug will trigger again if I managed to kill him one more time
dragonzdogma
Member
LOL after 15 minutes navigating the PSN store and googling the PS4 version
I find out it's not available for PS4.
I find out it's not available for PS4.
J_ToSaveTheDay
Member
What kind of Surface are you attempting to play on? I have a Surface Book myself, one with the dedicated nVidia GPU, but if there are issues trying to get it to run (like many games, due to the odd screen resolution) then I'll just wait for PS4 version after all.
DarkSoul520
Member
Do you need a different weapon for the switch to activate? I'm shooting the damn thing and does nothing.
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Movalpolos
Banned
Oh im using a controller. Kbm doesnt seem to be recommended for this game.
DarkSoul520
Member
I've experienced the same thing multiple times. I'd say a good chuck of my deaths so far were a result of this.
My 360 controller is currently broken or else I'd be playing it that way. This game really feels like it favors a gamepad.
Movalpolos
Banned
This is my only complaint about the game. I might actually turn down the music and put on some prog rock.
Give me a 60fps sequel!!
GuitarAtomik
Member
Surface Pro 3. If you have a dedicated nVidia GPU I'm pretty sure you'll be fine. The issue is with the Intel Graphics driver.
More_Badass
Member
You beat the entire game in 4 hours?
I'm not sure the timer is reliable, it gave me a time of just over 5 hours but I'm positive it was more. I don't know if it doesn't count times where you died or something?
Steam timer said 5 hours. So 4-5 hours I guess? I didn't get all the secrets, got minimum of 4 gems per area at least.
You need the laser beam. Drops after the bird boss IIRC. If you are using the pistol, it won't work.
Some tips:
Lure him over to the green crystals containing the samurai-type enemies while he's jumping and slashing, then dodge his sword attacks (always two strikes). He can smash these crystals even though you can't, and this will mean he cannot summon them later in the fight.
His attack pattern is always:
- three sets of two sword swipes (dodge as he gears up for each one)
- pause (good for getting some hits in) then crystal path attack - very similar to the larger monsters you've already fought in that area
- three bullets, usually two-pause-one
If you can absorb the bullets then that's useful for some extra firepower (I don't have the sword upgrade that lets you bat bullets back, that might work here?).
Which phase are you having difficulty with?
His attack pattern is always:
- three sets of two sword swipes (dodge as he gears up for each one)
- pause (good for getting some hits in) then crystal path attack - very similar to the larger monsters you've already fought in that area
- three bullets, usually two-pause-one
If you can absorb the bullets then that's useful for some extra firepower (I don't have the sword upgrade that lets you bat bullets back, that might work here?).
Which phase are you having difficulty with?
4 or 5 hours is extremely fast in my opinion. I spent close to five hours in the game and visited a bit of the west, defeated the boss in the east and climbed the mountain in the north. I like exploring and taking my time. So maybe its that. Or me sucking and wasting time at the dash challenge.
Nice. There's so much I want to do still with this game. Beat it on NG+, get 100% on either save file, and speed run it.
Also, yeah. It took me 8 hours but I also explored and looked for as many secrets as possible.
He does 3 faster slashes when in low health.
Yeah, eight. 4 more around the 4 in the rhombus shape.
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This system is needlessly fiddly. The game should restock medicine and respawn enemies at
Glass Shark
Banned
I honestly can't believe there's an achievement for beating the game without dying
Whoever gets that legitimately deserves an actual medal in real life
Whoever gets that legitimately deserves an actual medal in real life
jokingbird
Member
I got around the same time. I have 5 hours in steam, but that is after playing a bit of new game plus. I am sure there are lots of secrets that require back tracking, but I wouldn't be surprised if the average time to beat the game is only 4hr - 5hr.
I totally disagree. I LOVE the fact that enemies stay dead for a significant amount of time, so I can backtrack through areas if I know I've missed something without worrying about being shot at. Given that enemies mostly give you nothing for killing them except either opening locked doors or the occasional upgrade part, I'd rather they just don't come back.
As far as I've found, on the flip side, medicine DOES respawn in these places, so it's easy to stockpile again once you've gone back.
Plus there's always at least one medicine point just before a boss.
More_Badass
Member
I'm around 5-6 hours in, only beat the North boss and partially completed the West and East areas
Guess I like to take my time
Blackquill
Member
Finished it too.
Wanted more to be honest. You could do wonderful thing with that dash but the game don't exploit it.
Still a cool game nonetheless
Also
Wanted more to be honest. You could do wonderful thing with that dash but the game don't exploit it.
Still a cool game nonetheless
Also
about the glyphes we can see around the world what is the meaning of this ?
Kenzodielocke
Banned
How long is this game ? Kinda want to buy it after the jimpressions video.
More_Badass
Member
I found the east boss to be very easy. I think that devs might have been trying to subtly guide the player in that direction with the dog, because it felt like a cakewalk after the north boss. Its attacks were much easier to dodge, and the boss could even damage itself with one of its attacks
I've finished the eastern area, so I feel I have a good handle on the game.
Best thing about it is without a doubt the visuals. This retro-modern look is really outstanding, and they've excelled at crafting a world that clearly has a history behind it.
Gameplay is hit or miss to be honest. I upgraded the dash, and I just really don't like the timing involved with doing multi-dashes. It just annoys me and I don't feel like my dashes are flowing together. Doesn't feel good at all. In general there's a feel of sluggishness and unresponsiveness. Yes, I'm bringing up the dumbfounding decision of making this game at 30fps. I've already encountered situations where I have over a dozen enemies on screen, and several them are throwing not only one projectile, but multiple projectiles. Can be really hard to keep track of all that shit at this framerate. Attempting to avoid projectiles can be an exercise in frustration when you don't have those defense upgrades, which I assume makes thing bearable. Aiming is messy, and making you stand in one place makes no sense to me considering how hectic the combat can get.
But the least thing I like about this game is how it handles health. It makes the game extra frustrating for no reason whatsoever. Enemies never drop health. Ever. And the game doesn't restore anything to you when you die, not even the usual three pieces, Zelda style. If the game autosaves when you have no health tanks and only one health block, when you die you'll respawn in that exact same state. Meaning you're fucked. The only way to rechage your health would be to warp to back to a warp zone, which simply means you have make the trek all the way back to wherever it is you died. And along the way, of course, your health will probably be reduced, so you might end up in the same situation. Am I missing something here? It's just annoying. As far as I'm concerned, there should be health drops. The enemies in friggin' Demon's Souls have health drops (in the way of herbs).
It's a good thing that game is as pretty as it is. The music though, kinda disappointing. It's mostly this atmospheric and dissonant noise to be honest. Nothing like Disasterpiece's Fez.
When you have a dozen enemies in jumping around and throwing projectiles... Staying in still in one spot while you aim just ain't useful at all. I don't think they thought out this aspect of the game properly.
Best thing about it is without a doubt the visuals. This retro-modern look is really outstanding, and they've excelled at crafting a world that clearly has a history behind it.
Gameplay is hit or miss to be honest. I upgraded the dash, and I just really don't like the timing involved with doing multi-dashes. It just annoys me and I don't feel like my dashes are flowing together. Doesn't feel good at all. In general there's a feel of sluggishness and unresponsiveness. Yes, I'm bringing up the dumbfounding decision of making this game at 30fps. I've already encountered situations where I have over a dozen enemies on screen, and several them are throwing not only one projectile, but multiple projectiles. Can be really hard to keep track of all that shit at this framerate. Attempting to avoid projectiles can be an exercise in frustration when you don't have those defense upgrades, which I assume makes thing bearable. Aiming is messy, and making you stand in one place makes no sense to me considering how hectic the combat can get.
But the least thing I like about this game is how it handles health. It makes the game extra frustrating for no reason whatsoever. Enemies never drop health. Ever. And the game doesn't restore anything to you when you die, not even the usual three pieces, Zelda style. If the game autosaves when you have no health tanks and only one health block, when you die you'll respawn in that exact same state. Meaning you're fucked. The only way to rechage your health would be to warp to back to a warp zone, which simply means you have make the trek all the way back to wherever it is you died. And along the way, of course, your health will probably be reduced, so you might end up in the same situation. Am I missing something here? It's just annoying. As far as I'm concerned, there should be health drops. The enemies in friggin' Demon's Souls have health drops (in the way of herbs).
It's a good thing that game is as pretty as it is. The music though, kinda disappointing. It's mostly this atmospheric and dissonant noise to be honest. Nothing like Disasterpiece's Fez.
When you have a dozen enemies in jumping around and throwing projectiles... Staying in still in one spot while you aim just ain't useful at all. I don't think they thought out this aspect of the game properly.
More_Badass
Member
1) You don't have to aim. Just tap the shoot button to quick-fire in the direction you're facing
2) I've found it useful, especially against groups. Lure enemies in close, jump back, and fire, and you can defeat or severely damage entire groups of enemies with a single shot. Especially with the railgun or shotgun
3) Since slashing charges your shots, you can deliver a steady stream of damage. Slash, slash, slash, dodge attack, fire from a distance, close the distance and slash some, recharge your shots. Melee and ranged compliment eachother
Yeah I'd say that sounds about right. I just beat it in 4 hours, 6 minutes according to the save file. I honestly feel like it's off since I did spend a decent amount of time exploring and backtracking, plus I died too many times to count. In the end, I barely touched any of the secrets though, with only two keys found and none of those square-symbol doors fully unlocked.
I'll wait for the Vita version before I start really digging in for 100% completion.
Fantastapotamus
Wrong about commas, wrong about everything
Shooting that thing does nothing for me. It just blinks red for a second but nothing happens. Any ideas?
As long as the game is highly replayable, and you're not doing it just to get the achievement, it should probably come naturally, given how refined the combat is.
Hypertrooper
Member
I am at the final boss I guess? With 6 hours play time I think it was fun. I hope they will take their time and adding new content to the console release. I would love to fight against those two guys:
Anyway. With around 6 hours playtime, I only found 20 of the 32 triangles, two keys and there is a lot of stuff we have not figured out yet. But I will keep the rest for console release. I hope they do not add the "Don't die" achievement.
The co-op and challenge mode is missing as well which is funny because the first playable demo at conventions was a mix of co-op and challenge if I remember correctly?
Anyway. With around 6 hours playtime, I only found 20 of the 32 triangles, two keys and there is a lot of stuff we have not figured out yet. But I will keep the rest for console release. I hope they do not add the "Don't die" achievement.
Thanks! It did help. It even gave me
first key.
Yes. The east boss is the easiest of the three. Even if I died more at the west boss because he was my first one, the north boss fight is the most difficult one.
Nuts to that. It's an actual achievement.
Then again, I couldn't care less if an achievement is incredibly difficult to get.
Glass Shark
Banned
I think East is the best way to start, not only is it the easiest area, you also get the
shotgun
jokingbird
Member
The east boss is definitely the easiest, but the north area itself feels like an introduction area. It is smaller and less complex than the east.
I think I only found three keys. I would have to recheck, most I found on accident while looking for health.