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[Deleted member 1235]

bs. good d-pad >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> analog stick.

for somethings sure, but I think meatboy actually benefits from analogue control. can't really explain why though, it just feels really good with the analogue stick. Probably due to me liking to point in the direction I'm jumping when I jump.

 

[jarosh]

for somethings sure, but I think meatboy actually benefits from analogue control. can't really explain why though, it just feels really good with the analogue stick. Probably due to me liking to point in the direction I'm jumping when I jump.

hm. i doubt there's any sort of analog sensitivity that would come into play when running, considering that there's a run button, right? it's a simple (digital) on/off affair, i believe. iirc the control layout in the menu actually recommends using the dpad (although i understand that you'd prefer the analog stick over the shitty default dpad, but not over a DECENT one).

 

[The Dutch Slayer]

So I bought the game yesterday but did not have time to play it yet, is this bug a really big problem and should I wait untill the patch is out or?

ccording to tweets posted on Super Meat Boy’s twitter account, the game’s got an “auto-save bug” which prevents your progress from being saved if you collect the same band-aid more than once every level.

The problem’s been fixed, apparently, and a patch will be released next week.

????

 

[Hige]

So I bought the game yesterday but did not have time to play it yet, is this bug a really big problem and should I wait untill the patch is out or?


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I would just play the game as is. The bug is avoidable as long as you don't grab a bandage > die > grab the same exact one when you respawn. If you grab a bandage and die, until this gets patched I would either avoid the bandage a 2nd time or just go to another level.

 

[Deleted member 1235]

I would just play the game as is. The bug is avoidable as long as you don't grab a bandage > die > grab the same exact one when you respawn. If you grab a bandage and die, until this gets patched I would either avoid the bandage a 2nd time or just go to another level.

Does anyone know if once you have activated the bug, is there a way to deactivate it? I've quit the entire game and restarted and the bug remains in play, it seems I can no longer collect ANY bandages.

 

[Hige]

That's weird. If the bug's been activated, my game always goes back to normal after I exit to dashboard and restart the game. I still lose some progress, but it hasn't prevented me from collecting extra bandages.

I that really how it happens? I've done that tons of times (like the one in the Factory where you just drop straight down and grab it) and haven't been bugged.

That's what Team Meat is saying. (link)

 

[NameGenerated]

I would just play the game as is. The bug is avoidable as long as you don't grab a bandage > die > grab the same exact one when you respawn. If you grab a bandage and die, until this gets patched I would either avoid the bandage a 2nd time or just go to another level.

I that really how it happens? I've done that tons of times (like the one in the Factory where you just drop straight down and grab it) and haven't been bugged.

 

[Danielsan]

Does anyone know if once you have activated the bug, is there a way to deactivate it? I've quit the entire game and restarted and the bug remains in play, it seems I can no longer collect ANY bandages.

That's odd. The bug should go away after a reboot. Try collecting a different bandage (perhaps from a warp zone) to see of that offsets the bug.

I that really how it happens? I've done that tons of times (like the one in the Factory where you just drop straight down and grab it) and haven't been bugged.

I also don't believe this is how the bug occurs.

 

[Deleted member 1235]

That's odd. The bug should go away after a reboot.

you have to exit to dashboard? I didn't do that, I quit the game back to menu. Didn't have enough time to write a test plan for this annoying bug... which I nearly would do, cause it's otherwise perfect.

Bugs aside I'd give this game 10/10 if it wasn't for the 3 lives then a loading screen thing for the warp zones. It's the only fault I can find with the game.

I finally found this generations monkey ball for me. I perfected monkey ball one on the GC, I'm sure as hell going to do it for this as well. This will be the second game after pacman CE that I get 200/200

 

[Psychotext]

i have never not played the game for a+ times. so my experience is no different from yours. i actually find that the game is fairly forgiving in giving out the a+ badges. i usually replay a level until i get a+ and then move on.

To start with... later on, not so much.

But anyway, for the "perfect" runs I'm talking about times considerably better than what you'd need for A+. It's actually a shame you can't see the top leaderboard replays because you'd get a better idea of what I mean if you could.

 

[the TMO]

I use the EX2 HORI and the game seems to be designed for the arcade stick.

 

[jarosh]

To start with... later on, not so much.

But anyway, for the "perfect" runs I'm talking about times considerably better than what you'd need for A+. It's actually a shame you can't see the top leaderboard replays because you'd get a better idea of what I mean if you could.

i agree, that is a shame! i was hoping you'd be able to check out other people's replays, like in mm10. i'd be very interested in that.

 

[Jucksalbe]

Running with the right trigger is so much better.

I started to use the left trigger. Much more comfortable.

 

[theultimo]

Man, the kids levels are insane jesus.

 

[Danielsan]

I started to use the left trigger. Much more comfortable.

I've been using left trigger since the start. Keeps my entire right hand focussed on jumping. :lol
Also prevents my right hand from turning into a claw. That said, my wrist has seriously been hurting since this game came out. I can feel the muscles connected to my thumb tense up whenever I make a button pressing movement with it. :lol

 

[TheOddOne]

1+ sale

Played today till the first boss, goddamn I really don't know if I will ever finish that level :lol

 

[Shurs]

I don't know what this is, but I want it.

What is it called?

How much is it?

Where can I get two?

 

[h3ro]

I don't know what this is, but I want it.

What is it called?

How much is it?

Where can I get two?

I think that's a Rock Band portable drum controller. I'm sure one of the guys that has one could hook you up with a link on where to pick one up.

 

[Shig]

thank god. something that really irks me in games is being able to get more than 100%. that's not how percent works!

I'm fairly certain you can get much more than 100% in world 1, and that has nothing to do with glitches. Dunno about the other worlds, based on the percentages I have vs. what I need, they're either 100 or not as much over it as world 1.

The End's glitch world is awesome.

Spoiler

SMB3 Airship!

 

[thepotatoman]

Finished unlocking the kid at 2500 deaths and 50% complete(although save bug might be messing that stat up). The game is on easy mode now that i only use the kid. Being able to change your momentum in the air at the drop of a dime is so useful. It makes avoiding obstacles you're flying into and landing on those tiny platforms a cinch. I cant tell for sure but i think because of the double jump he can jump further and higher then meat boy too. His only real weakness is wall jumping straight up tall walls or cliffs. He's my only unlock except for jill, gish, and alien hominid so maybe there are even better characters but hes my favorite so far. I can't wait to unlock Tim.

I dont understand why anyone would choose to only play as meat boy. I've heard a lot of people say they are denying themselves something if they skipped some obstacles using character abilities but I think your denying yourself more for not trying the different gameplay of the different characters and solving the puzzles of who would work best where.

 

[Shurs]

I think that's a Rock Band portable drum controller. I'm sure one of the guys that has one could hook you up with a link on where to pick one up.

Found it.

Thanks.

 

[LordPhoque]

This game doesn't need a d-pad. The controls are just perfect with the analog stick. The controls are actually 50% of why this game is so good.

 

[Shurs]

This game doesn't need a d-pad. The controls are just perfect with the analog stick. The controls are actually 50% of why this game is so good.

I agree completely.

My interest in the Rock Band pad is for other games.

 

[LordPhoque]

I agree completely.

My interest in the Rock Band pad is for other games.

It wasn't adressed to anybody lol, just giving my opinion in this debate.

Anyway, I think I'll just stop playing until the patch comes out. Although it's going to be hard because I'm addicted to this game.

 

[Crab Milk Mickey]

To start with... later on, not so much.

But anyway, for the "perfect" runs I'm talking about times considerably better than what you'd need for A+. It's actually a shame you can't see the top leaderboard replays because you'd get a better idea of what I mean if you could.

i agree, that is a shame! i was hoping you'd be able to check out other people's replays, like in mm10. i'd be very interested in that.

Actually, I'm going to try recording my speed run attempts for all worlds if you're still interested in watching this, boss fights included even though there's no timer for those. I've only done the Light version of World 1 so far as I'm busy editing and improving a few times of the Dark stages, but I should be able to finish that up today I think. A+'d everything, but suffice to say, I feel I can still shave off a few seconds here and there.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J1cXegfFwPs

 

[CrunchinJelly]

Rapture 16 is kicking my Arse. No idea how get passed that final magnet orb.

 

[Adam Prime]

So how difficult is this game just to clear all the "main world stages" ?

I haven't even THOUGHT about doing Dark World stuff or collecting bandages. I just want to clear the normal levels...

 

[theultimo]

So how difficult is this game just to clear all the "main world stages" ?

I haven't even THOUGHT about doing Dark World stuff or collecting bandages. I just want to clear the normal levels...

Not too terrible until world 3, but it does get frustrating in the later levels.

 

[captscience]

Played through the demo last night. Amazing game.

Not sure if I'll buy it though. My hands were sore and my controller almost went flying just from the demo. I might be too weak to handle the real deal!

 

[AndyMoogle]

I just tried the portable drum controller on this game, and it's pretty damn terrible. The buttons on that controller are awful.

EDIT: After playing a few levels with it, it's not too bad, but using the X button to run is definitely way worse than using a trigger.

 

[Danielsan]

I just racked up about 2000 deaths or so just trying to beat the first stage of the Kid's warp zone. I've become pretty good at the first 2/3 but the end just kills me. I made it up to the last jump and then..splat. Jumped in too low. :lol

 

[Psychotext]

Didn't know you could use the left trigger... that should ease the pain in my right hand. Maybe I'll just tape it down... walking is for wimps. :lol

 

[Hixx]

How the hell do you get 3-4's bandage. I mean, really. I suppose you need an unlockable character for it?

 

[DancingJesus]

This game deserves to be higher rated by 360 users.

Do it!

 

[Deleted member 1235]

How the hell do you get 3-4's bandage. I mean, really. I suppose you need an unlockable character for it?

I've just passed a salt level where there is a warp that meat boy can in no way make. which one is the bandage you are talking? Involves locks?

I've seen 2 instances so far where I thought 'meat boy cant make that' anyone confirm?

 

[Psychotext]

Hmm... I thought Hell would be harder. Oh well, plenty more to come.

I've just passed a salt level where there is a warp that meat boy can in no way make.

You're right, you need

Spoiler

Captain video

or whatever his name is.

 

[jarosh]

a+'d all the levels up to the end of world 4. and the world 4 boss is so unbelievably stupid, i think it just made me quit the game for good.

total death count: 540

 

[OpinionatedCyborg]

I got that achievement one level too early.


Running with the right trigger is so much better.

I tried switching to that after playing it for awhile, and my brain couldn't catch up fast enough to convince me to switch. The trigger's quite deep, so holding it and releasing it in rapid fashion for certain parts of the game would be a bit more difficult, I think. I wish I could customize the controller layout.

I want this.

 

[jarosh]

I want this.

12 bucks.

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B001B19BIO/?tag=neogaf0e-20

 

[Jucksalbe]

How the hell do you get 3-4's bandage. I mean, really. I suppose you need an unlockable character for it?

Yes.

 

[snoopeasystreet]

I don't know what this is, but I want it.

What is it called?

How much is it?

Where can I get two?

It comes with the Rock Band portable drum kit. £7.70 on amazon uk.

 

[Danielsan]

This game deserves to be higher rated by 360 users.

Do it!

Already gave it 5 stars.

How the hell do you get 3-4's bandage. I mean, really. I suppose you need an unlockable character for it?

Use Ogmo. Ogmo is the man. Has the same skills as The Kid as far as I can tell. Except he is 100x easier to get.

a+'d all the levels up to the end of world 4. and the world 4 boss is so unbelievably stupid, i think it just made me quit the game for good.

total death count: 540

Jump over his fists as they are coming your way. If you are like me and actually think you can't jump over the fists resulting in pure rage as you try to side jump the platform. :lol
Though clearly this game isn't for you.

 

[sgnhh]

Anyone have info on the Steam release, other than it's out in late Nov.? Don't know if I should get the XBLA version or that--Steam achievements plus user-created levels might sway me that way.

 

[Shig]

Jump over his fists as they are coming your way. If you are like me and actually think you can't jump over the fists resulting in pure rage as you try to side jump the platform. :lol
Though clearly this game isn't for you.

There is a bit of a difference. The Kid has a stock of 2 jumps no matter what. IE, if you jump off a platform, you have one more jump left. But if you walk/run off a platform without jumping, you can jump twice in the air afterwards.

Whereas once Ogmo's in the air, he only gets one more jump.

 

[Fox318]

I can't wait for the PC version to pick this up. I would get it for the xbox but the PC community will probably be nuts for this.

And how is the guy from VVVVV not in this?

 

[NewFresh]

I can't wait for the PC version to pick this up. I would get it for the xbox but the PC community will probably be nuts for this.

And how is the guy from VVVVV not in this?

I think VVVVVV (six V's) was not in it because he is newer to the Indie scene

 

[jarosh]

Jump over his fists as they are coming your way. If you are like me and actually think you can't jump over the fists resulting in pure rage as you try to side jump the platform. :lol
Though clearly this game isn't for you.

oh i know i can jump over them. but this whole thing basically amounts to nothing more than a tedious step-by-step game of simon. at least mega man (and similar) games give you the opportunity to survive long enough to see the whole pattern and even sudden attacks can usually still be avoided. plus, games that heavily rely on pattern memorization usually mix up and randomize attacks. you just have to know how to react to certain attacks or tells, but you still have to improvise. but this boss fight really IS just a punishing version of simon without the possibility to memorize anything until it's too late, so it boils down to memorizing every attack, one at a time, and there's no improvising either. not my idea of fun.

 

[Red]

The timer resets when you die, you don't have to restart the level to earn the A+. Or am I missing something here?

Eh, that's weird then. I'm nearly positive I finished levels under par time but failed to get the A+ because of multiple deaths prior to completion. I then replayed, taking the same amount of time, but got the A+ because of (I'm assuming) not dying.

This game doesn't need a d-pad. The controls are just perfect with the analog stick. The controls are actually 50% of why this game is so good.

I disagree. I loved the analog controls in N+, but something about them feels off to me in SMB. Not sure what it is. Maybe that they're too precise, or that the sticks are too loose or something. I keep over/underjumping and spazzing out when I try to land on a specific location.

Makes me look forward to the Razer Onza, that's for sure. Adjustable stick sensitivity = win.

Plus the D-pad on that controller looks a hell of a lot better than the 360's default anyway.

For reference I played through a majority of N on PC and 360 and finished VVVVVV without issue. I typically love games like this. There's just something about Super Meat Boy that feels frustratingly cheap. I don't feel limited by my abilities and I don't feel I'm beating stages because of any particular skill. Many of my deaths are my fault, sure, but when it seems they aren't maaannnnnnnn do I rage. Keep feeling robbed of progress because of things I can't control.

 

[number1jagsfan]

Anyone want to add me for some leaderboard competition? Gamertag is number1jagsfan

 

[Danielsan]

Anyone want to add me for some leaderboard competition? Gamertag is number1jagsfan

Sure. People are free to add me too.
Gamertag: Dan The Dreamer.