Must be frustrating having to bend the knee to Sony to play those great games.
...it works both ways? Oh yeah, it's Microsoft so <insert brainless MS hate here>.
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Mark of the Ninja |OT| The Art of Stealth
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Must be frustrating having to bend the knee to Sony to play those great games.
...it works both ways? Oh yeah, it's Microsoft so <insert brainless MS hate here>.
MightyHedgehog
Member
Pretty sure they're referring to the level of execution and sophistication of design, not whether it's more or less dudebro themed or whatever.
Absolutely. 2D Tenchu crossed up with some Batman AA/AC speedy navigation and even a little bit of a Ninja Five O-feel in there.
KillerTravis
Banned
Lol, that's like complaining about why 360 doesn't get Journey or Machinarium. Exclusive games is what makes a platform more compelling than the other.
Also:
It does indeed work every which way. Port begging sucks.
Definitely buying this game when I get home. Wasn't a fan of Shank, but the gameplay in this seems more puzzly. I'm definitely intrigued.
My post was prety much poking at port beggers who refuse to play games on a platform for whatever high horse reason.
I bought it, but had to go to work.
I didn't realize Deadlight had come out. I bought that, too.
How are you liking Deadlight? I've yet to pull the trigger on that game after reading mixed impressions.
Parallax Scroll
Banned
Looks cool, I'll check it out.
I haven't played much, but my impressions aren't very positive. The controls don't seem to respond the way I want them to sometimes. It seems like there should be some sense of tension, but, so far (only about an hour in), I move faster than the zombies are ever able to, so it doesn't feel like I'm in any danger. I saw it compared to Flashback or Out of this World, but that hasn't been the case at all so far.
I've only got an hour in, and the art style is at least enough to keep me playing a bit more to see if the sense of danger amps up. The atmosphere is really nice and I'd like both of those things to match up.
I played through the tutorial of this game and am completely hooked. I doubt I'll get back to Deadlight while I have stuff to do in this game.
/facepalm
This port begging in all the XBLA threads is fucking annoying. I don't remember anyone complaining about this in the (i.e.) Sound Shapes thread :/
EteRnal PAL
Member
TheOohChild
Member
i'll just go ahead and start saying bye to my $15
MightyHedgehog
Member
You just conjured up the post that will let you know that other MGS-published titles went to PSN and PC platforms eventually.
Cool, thanks.
I'll be curious to find out what "the enemies get tougher" means in this game, exactly. Larger vision cones?
This is pretty much it, and if you are co publishing on other platforms the XBLA version NEEDS to have some exclusive contentLol, that's like complaining about why 360 doesn't get Journey or Machinarium. Exclusive games is what makes a platform more compelling than the other.
Also:
Blame Sony for not stepping their game up enough to combat XBLA
People with the game are playing the game. People without the means to play the game are discussing why. Not complicated.
XANDER CAGE
Member
It is when port begging is frowned upon here.
MyEpitomeCliché
Member
Just finished the first level. Fun and satisfying stealth mechanics, and it looks lovely in motion. The gameplay reminds me of the stealth bits from the Arkham games, only in 2D. This game probably should have been in the Summer of Arcade lineup. But yeah, you guys should totally buy this.
Is there a menu to access them seperately?
Clay Davis
Member
Having a ball playing this, really fun and challenging. Are the shanks games good? I think I might get them if they are as good as this.
keltickennedy
Member
MyEpitomeCliché;41868187 said:
I never understood why the Batman games didn't incorporate "hidden in shadows" mechanic. I mean it's fucking Batman.
Loving the game though. At the end score screen for the first level, it put a smile on my face that you can get a huge score for completing it without killing anyone.
I enjoyed both Shank games a lot. It isn't really similar to Mark of The Ninja though. It has beat em up combat with some platforming elements.
Just played for a couple hours and had to tear myself away--so damn fun and addicting!
I enjoyed the Shank series for what they were (mindless hack n' shoot fun) but this game is on a whole other level. Everything about it feels polished--I wouldn't be surprised if It ends up being one of the best original titles on XBLA.
I enjoyed the Shank series for what they were (mindless hack n' shoot fun) but this game is on a whole other level. Everything about it feels polished--I wouldn't be surprised if It ends up being one of the best original titles on XBLA.
Looks really awesome, but my 360 is dead due to RROD at the moment. I don't think it's a port beg, but it would be great if it came out on Steam or PSN, since I probably won't be repairing my 360 any time soon (I'm currently building a gaming PC, so all my funds are going there right now).
Still, it's looking damn hot. Is it from the guys that made Shank? I liked what I played of the first one (I'm about 3 quarters done with it, I think). I really like the theme of this one, though.
Still, it's looking damn hot. Is it from the guys that made Shank? I liked what I played of the first one (I'm about 3 quarters done with it, I think). I really like the theme of this one, though.
All of these XBLA games releasing have been killing me lately since I can't play them, but I'm wondering, my 360 is an old one (like, non-HDMI old), so do you guys think I should bother getting it repaired, or just buy a new one?
I've been debating it for a while now, and I'm not sure. I also saw someone mention Deadlight. That looked fricking sweet as well, I didn't realize it was out.
One of the things I really miss about my Xbox is the Arcade. I like having all the systems around for stuff like that (which is why I'm building my PC). I think the indie game dev scene on consoles has been awesome this generation, so it smarts like a bitch to not be able to play these XBLA games at the moment.
So, new console, or repair the old one? I'm thinking of just getting a new one. I'm itching to play some of this stuff like Dust, Deadlight, finish my Torchlight playthrough, etc, but I don't think it's worth it at this point to repair my old one. I don't eve know how much repairing it would cost.
I've been debating it for a while now, and I'm not sure. I also saw someone mention Deadlight. That looked fricking sweet as well, I didn't realize it was out.
One of the things I really miss about my Xbox is the Arcade. I like having all the systems around for stuff like that (which is why I'm building my PC). I think the indie game dev scene on consoles has been awesome this generation, so it smarts like a bitch to not be able to play these XBLA games at the moment.
So, new console, or repair the old one? I'm thinking of just getting a new one. I'm itching to play some of this stuff like Dust, Deadlight, finish my Torchlight playthrough, etc, but I don't think it's worth it at this point to repair my old one. I don't eve know how much repairing it would cost.
Clay Davis
Member
Thanks, I appreciate the reply. I think I'll try the demo first.
I saw someone mentioned challenge rooms, how are they unlocked? During progression or are they hidden like the challenge rooms in dust?
keltickennedy
Member
They are hidden throughout the levels. When you activate one, you are teleported to the challenge room.
Clay Davis
Member
that's cool, I like the idea of exploring the levels for hidden items and room. It will add lots of replay value. Thank you again.
Baconsammy
Banned
Buy a new system around Christmas when the prices drop like crazy. If you are only using the system for XBLA, it will easily be the quietest device in your entertainment system. You should be able to get an arcade for $150 and you can use a generic USB stick for games.
Yeah, thanks for the advice. I'll definitely do that. It's going to be a long wait, but at least I know I'll have a ton of games to check out. I've been out of the XBLA loop for almost a year now. It's been painful seeing all of the games being announced and then releasing. I pretty much only use my 360 for the arcade, and occasional games like Deadly Premonition and Alan Wake (it died while I was about an hour or two into Deadly Premonition.
).Thanks again!
This game is looking so damn hot, though!
Baconsammy
Banned
Damn, was hoping one of the avatar awards would be a free ninja outfit.
just a t-shirt for beating the game, and a nicer t-shirt for beating it on NG+
Fun trivia that hasn't been mentioned:
The writing on this game is by Chris Dahlen -- co-founder of Kill Screen magazine.
The writing on this game is by Chris Dahlen -- co-founder of Kill Screen magazine.
Finished the trial and....I loved every second. I love that there's no right way to play -- you can play it very stealthy and avoid confrontation, selectively kill enemies, or scare the crap outta them with your kills.
This is getting bought and I would go as far as to say it might be a sleeper hit.
This is getting bought and I would go as far as to say it might be a sleeper hit.
Parallax Scroll
Banned
Demo was pretty good. Bought.
specialguy
Banned
I saw the IGN video review (very positive) and all these positive impressions have me tempted...
But Deadlight left a really bad taste in my mouth and, I dont like the whimsical art style.
But Deadlight left a really bad taste in my mouth and, I dont like the whimsical art style.
So play the demo and see if the game play overrides your dislike of the art style. This works better because of that style for me.
Baconsammy
Banned
My advice when you try the demo - bump the brightness up into the 50s. If your TV is anything like mine, the default brightness was terribly low.
Someone asked if it was 60FPS. Appears to my eyes that yes it is. Super smooth. Controls are tight, which they need to be in a game that requires as much precision as this one does. XBLA has been on a year-long roll for me in 2012. Much moreso than retail.
Someone asked if it was 60FPS. Appears to my eyes that yes it is. Super smooth. Controls are tight, which they need to be in a game that requires as much precision as this one does. XBLA has been on a year-long roll for me in 2012. Much moreso than retail.