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Monster Hunter 3 Tri |OT| Animal Cruelty Made Fun
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DragonGirl
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DragonGirl said:
I lied, more like 30-40 minutes... anyway, I'm heading on now.
TheFLYINGManga_Ka
Member
I've been playing it lately and I will be honest here. This is not a knock on the game because I still think it's one of the best third-party Wii games, and one of the best Wii games worth having...but I'm disappointed.
I guess it's because I've been playing the PSP version. On the PSP, the game is impressive because it looks amazing on a handheld. But playing it on the Wii and on my TV, I guess it feels underwhelming because the graphics look similar to the PSP version. So as a console game, it feels underwhelming to me.
The game still has that addictive Monster Hunter gameplay, but I really think this game really shines on the PSP more than the Wii one. Although I think the Wii version is the better game.
I still love the game though, but I can't help but to feel this way about it. I was expecting crisper graphics, cleaner, and smoother visuals, but it feels a little blurry and just a projected PSP game on a larger screen.
I guess with the reviews it was getting, I was expecting much more. That's just my honest opinion on it. I still think this is the definitive Monster Hunter game, but still, the selfishness in me wishes for a HD version.
I guess it's because I've been playing the PSP version. On the PSP, the game is impressive because it looks amazing on a handheld. But playing it on the Wii and on my TV, I guess it feels underwhelming because the graphics look similar to the PSP version. So as a console game, it feels underwhelming to me.
The game still has that addictive Monster Hunter gameplay, but I really think this game really shines on the PSP more than the Wii one. Although I think the Wii version is the better game.
I still love the game though, but I can't help but to feel this way about it. I was expecting crisper graphics, cleaner, and smoother visuals, but it feels a little blurry and just a projected PSP game on a larger screen.
I guess with the reviews it was getting, I was expecting much more. That's just my honest opinion on it. I still think this is the definitive Monster Hunter game, but still, the selfishness in me wishes for a HD version.
Soka said:
You trap it then use Tranq Bombs (and/or tranq shots if you're a gunner).
And I wouldn't get too cocky re: the difficulty. I'm just sayin'.
AWESOME hunting with you guys (Teknoman, alske, and Nos_G, apologies if I got the last one wrong). Unexpected Royal Ludroth capture ftw
10 hours here and HR4.
I'm a little dissapointed with the visuals too, but it's still a good game. Maybe it just doesn't hold up well on larger screens, because it defintely looks blurry, like Vaseline has been rubbed on the screen or something. I guess the hype kind of got my hopes up. Can't imagine how it's putting pressure on the Zelda team. :lolTheFLYINGManga_Ka said:
Van Owen said:
I would be very surprised if the PSP-MH comes anywhere close to MH3 visually. I just unlocked the 3rd area, and not only the under water-parts, but most importantly the cave is so damn pretty and...believable. The only thing that differentiates MH3 Wii from a hypothetical MH3 HD is....HD.
PS: Not that im not expecting a lot more from the Zelda-team. Closed-off, small areas instead of an open world? gtfo, aonuma
Attack You
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A little late getting back in. I'll be on at the top of the hour (9pm).Attack You said:
Sammy Samusu
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Barroth's online version is so... so... :'(
Fuck you. :'(
Fuck you. :'(
butzopower
proud of his butz
I keep getting d/c'd and it is terrible.
Hunting for the day: (single player mode)
- Been using the switch axe now
- captured another bird monster (whatever the heck its name is)
- killed another bird monster
- killed royal ludroth ( broke his tail in the process)
- forged that rhino-like herbivore monster chest armor
- Need to get 1 more killer beetle bug item to upgrade bone switch axe.
- Finished all but 1 of the level 3 quests (Need to fight Barroth!!)
Monster Hunter notes: Royal Ludroth is quite a push over especially when you fight him under water since it is easier to dodge his roll attack. The bastard just has a lot of heath.
I'm kind of scared to fight Barroth. He looks intimidating. :lol
- Been using the switch axe now
- captured another bird monster (whatever the heck its name is)
- killed another bird monster
- killed royal ludroth ( broke his tail in the process)
- forged that rhino-like herbivore monster chest armor
- Need to get 1 more killer beetle bug item to upgrade bone switch axe.
- Finished all but 1 of the level 3 quests (Need to fight Barroth!!)
Monster Hunter notes: Royal Ludroth is quite a push over especially when you fight him under water since it is easier to dodge his roll attack. The bastard just has a lot of heath.
I'm kind of scared to fight Barroth. He looks intimidating. :lol
Teknoman said:
Damn, I was really interested to do that one! I'll be back on in a couple of hours for a while after (late) dinner.
I should really finish up the 1star offline quests... :lol
Blueblur1 said:I'm about to start this game. Any tips for a MH newbie?
Herb + blue mushroom = potion
Potion + honey = Mega Potion
10 potions + 10 mega potions before any tough quest = priceless
Infinite Justice
Member
Soka said:
1. Weaken him till he limps (some monster have different signs but the most common one is the monster drawing its leg like its injured), trap him, then throw tranq bombs or tranq shot if your a gunner. done
2. There gonna be a point when a monster is taking may too much health in a hit, so thats a sign to upgrade. Buying new ones is when you want specific skills to help you and since you can really mix and match now you can make the armor with the skill you want (plus more defense).
3. Going back to the skills referred above you have one that deals with speeding up gathering, make you can gather some more from a spot, and not make (small) monsters interrupt you.
Ah man it sucks not having a wii so i can play this since i'm broke
Is Barroth the new Tigrex around here? :lol
Alex
Member
I agree and disagree. The actual assets really flat out kick the shit out of the PSP ones. It's night and day. The geometry, texturing, lighting and effects in general are all hugely improved, this in addition to the fact that the environments and quriks in MH3 are just way better than MH1-2. This shows a lot considering how improved MHF3 looks in it's trailer (but still suffers the same PSPisms)
However the image quality of a 360p game with a blur filter all over it on my HDTV is just awful. I had to crank my sharpness just to get some clarity going.
I wonder if they'll expand the series to the 3DS when that's out. That would be really interesting if the rumors on the tech on it come true.
However the image quality of a 360p game with a blur filter all over it on my HDTV is just awful. I had to crank my sharpness just to get some clarity going.
I wonder if they'll expand the series to the 3DS when that's out. That would be really interesting if the rumors on the tech on it come true.
Blueblur1 said:I'm about to start this game. Any tips for a MH newbie?
I'd suggest try using with the sword and shield first. It's fast to attack with and you can block with it too. It's a very practical an easy weapon to get used to especially for beginners.
- Go find herbs to collect and keep them with you since they act as health potions. You can combine herbs with blue mushrooms (another item to collect) to form a better potion. If you also collect honey you can combine it with a potion to form a mega potion.
- Always have some wetstones with you. They are used to sharpen your weapon and regain your attack power once they get dulled from too much combat.
- Yeah, get used to rolling around to dodge monster attacks especially since some weapons cannot be used to block certain monster attacks.
- To get a kelbi horn, you can use a weapon like the sword and shield and use the shield attack to stun the kelbi (little stars will appear over its head) and then carve its carcass to obtain a kelbi horn.
- It's best to avoid getting near those little cat creatures while out in the field. Those bastards like to run up to you and steal random items from ya.
- You'll need to buy an old pick and/or a iron pick to mine minerals from the colored rock-like objects you'll find out in the field.
If you're low on health / need to use a wetstone during combat, either run away from the monster(s) to gain a safe distance to consume an herb/potion or use a wetstone. If you're really desperate, run into a different area away from the one the monster is in so you have a safer time to use a health item or wetstone.
Funky Functionality
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To a Monster Hunter nub from a Monster Hunter nub:Blueblur1 said:I'm about to start this game. Any tips for a MH newbie?
Read everything you can, talk to people, as they'll have plenty of tips. Drag and drop monsters into your Hunter's Notes (you'll see what I mean) even if they don't seem threatening, because the info in those notes could be very useful in later quests. Be patient. Don't worry too much about gathering everything, but if you have the inventory space, definitely find some use for it, even if it's to bring back and sell. Every zenny counts.
Some seemingly useless items could actually come in handy for combining, so hold onto some in your item box and when you have a large variety of items in there that you can't find other uses for, try them in combination and see what they'll combine with and what you could get.
I've got 4 Max Potions from having a bunch of items in my box and working through trial and error combinations, and I've barely put 6 hours on the game so far. Absolutely love it. I hope you find as much fun in it as I have.
QUESTION TIME:
Guys, I have a few mega nutrients and max potions, both of which are said to increase your maximum total health. Is this only temporary? Can you ever increase your max health beyond the initial 100 permanently? I only ask because I haven't tried them yet, and things like the might seed say "temporarily increase" whereas these concoctions simply say "slightly increase," no mention of temporary there... eh, eh?
Shows how big they are.Hawkian said:
Funky Functionality said:
Yes, those are only temporary. You can increase both your stamina and health permanently by using different armor sets. For example, a full Rathian armor gives 20+ in health.
It's not really permanently though, as the stats bonuses disappear when you change armor, but you get what i mean.
ZephyrFate
Banned
Any tips for lance users? I find it incredibly cumbersome (even more so than the hammer, which seems just so much more awesome), and unless I'm just not timing shit right, I can't get any good combos down. I like the ability to block, but the evade is almost totally worthless.
Is Lagi damn hard or is it just me sucking? I had no problems with any monster before him (including Barroth), but it took me nine attempts to finally kill that bastard, and when I got him, I had to use more than 20 potions and more than ten whetstones, and barely managed to kill him within the time limit. 48 minutes... :lol
Mr_Guillotine
Member
Got my internet working so might be able to play soon, finally. :lol
man this shit's confusing as fuck. i joined a group where there was already four dudes, and i took a quest, the first one where you have to get shrooms, and i entered the world and i was the only one in there.
there's like no way to figure out where your other party members are. or is there....?
DUN DUN DUN
help!
there's like no way to figure out where your other party members are. or is there....?
DUN DUN DUN
help!
Infinite Justice
Member
Hawkian said:
Yes.
The giant bomb quick look turned me off of this game.
However, the idea of multiplayer with a friend would be great.
I love my WoW subscription and don't really need another mmo on my plate.
This game seems to be hard to find in my area, especially the bundle. This makes me want it more.
I have a problem.
However, the idea of multiplayer with a friend would be great.
I love my WoW subscription and don't really need another mmo on my plate.
This game seems to be hard to find in my area, especially the bundle. This makes me want it more.
I have a problem.