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The King of Fighters XIV Review Thread
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The Elite
BOSS
I was just thinking how you could make a school dance analogy comparing SFV and KoF XIV.
SFV is the most popular girl in school. Head cheerleader. Valedictorian. Perfect 10 body. Buuuuut, she's a total bitch. She goes to the dance with you, is even up for sex later but she's very demanding. Has you pay for EVERY little thing. Doesn't even treat you that well. After a while you wonder if it was all worth it JUST to have the most popular girl.
KoF XIV is the shy, nerdy girl next door. Not even close to a 10, but cute in her own down-to-earth kind of way. Much nicer and sweeter in person. She's a really clumsy and terrible dancer, and you'll have to deal with hecklers, but you have a great time and a lot of fun being with her.
Of course I'm not saying you HAVE to choose ONE, I just think it makes for a fun comparison. Just got the email from Best Buy that my Premium Edition is going to be ready tomorrow, but it'll be a lot longer before I can play it as I have no PS4I just really wanted those great bonuses.
Why don't more sites review games by how attractive they would have been in high school?
Yeah...I'm worried. Your netcode impressions are usually spot on in my experience.
But...Angel.
I know I won't be able to resist this game. I'll just be sad when online sucks.
Ban Puncher
Member
I was just thinking how you could make a school dance analogy comparing SFV and KoF XIV.
SFV is the most popular girl in school. Head cheerleader. Valedictorian. Perfect 10 body. Buuuuut, she's a total bitch. She goes to the dance with you, is even up for sex later but she's very demanding. Has you pay for EVERY little thing. Doesn't even treat you that well. After a while you wonder if it was all worth it JUST to have the most popular girl.
KoF XIV is the shy, nerdy girl next door. Not even close to a 10, but cute in her own down-to-earth kind of way. Much nicer and sweeter in person. She's a really clumsy and terrible dancer, and you'll have to deal with hecklers, but you have a great time and a lot of fun being with her.
Of course I'm not saying you HAVE to choose ONE, I just think it makes for a fun comparison. Just got the email from Best Buy that my Premium Edition is going to be ready tomorrow, but it'll be a lot longer before I can play it as I have no PS4
I strongly disagree with the bolded. The gameplay feels better to me than any previous KoF. Different, but undoubtedly better imo. Controls are extremely responsive and there's adequate impact with the attacks. Contrast that to SF4 where everything felt floaty and gross or to a different and lesser extent even SFV where Capcom took the "SNK Hitboxes" title away from SNK themselves.
The visuals are what they are, and yeah that's just okay/acceptable/adequate. But when I'm playing I don't care. Outstanding visuals are literally the last thing a fighting game needs to nail, because when you're playing it doesn't matter if it's CPS1, CPS3 or UE4 driving the visuals. It's all about gameplay.
People are hyping it up too much, it makes no sense. I guess they like to be disappointed.
Realest of talks: Think of KOF as an offline game only.
To each their own.
Definitely not going to touch a comment about it feeling better than any KoF. Game isn't even out yet.
Hellshingu
Member
These reviews mean fuck all to me without time being put into online. It's good for people that don't have any interest in going online to decide if they want to purchase it or not but KoF doesn't carry the same weight as MK and SF with casuals so we will see.
I ended up getting it for free from Best Buy from rewards and GCU so I can't complain too much. At least I know I'll get a pretty solid offline game. Hopefully they will clean up the game with small patches instead of moving into development ofor the next one right afterwards.
I ended up getting it for free from Best Buy from rewards and GCU so I can't complain too much. At least I know I'll get a pretty solid offline game. Hopefully they will clean up the game with small patches instead of moving into development ofor the next one right afterwards.
I expect this will be the case as this is a KoF without an arcade "beta" which is very unusual for the series.
oneofthose
Banned
I don't know how people can take reviews for fighters seriously. All these guys really do is button mash.
Hellshingu
Member
I only look at reviews for possible net code issues. Without them they are meaningless. Really the only genre of games for me where reviews don't mean anything for me.
This is true. I didn't really look at it that way but you do have a point. It would be smart of them to go this route for a couple of years before they decide what to do next for the series.
sixteen-bit
Member
delete thisI was just thinking how you could make a school dance analogy comparing SFV and KoF XIV.
SFV is the most popular girl in school. Head cheerleader. Valedictorian. Perfect 10 body. Buuuuut, she's a total bitch. She goes to the dance with you, is even up for sex later but she's very demanding. Has you pay for EVERY little thing. Doesn't even treat you that well. After a while you wonder if it was all worth it JUST to have the most popular girl.
KoF XIV is the shy, nerdy girl next door. Not even close to a 10, but cute in her own down-to-earth kind of way. Much nicer and sweeter in person. She's a really clumsy and terrible dancer, and you'll have to deal with hecklers, but you have a great time and a lot of fun being with her.
Of course I'm not saying you HAVE to choose ONE, I just think it makes for a fun comparison. Just got the email from Best Buy that my Premium Edition is going to be ready tomorrow, but it'll be a lot longer before I can play it as I have no PS4
As will 99% of people who will buy King of Fighters XIV
Omnistalgic
Member
Gonna check it out. Who's top tier?
Lol
Lol
They will, the day 1 patch already has some fixes and balance changes. They also said that they will be updating the netplay post launch and fixing any game glitches quickly.
ãInaba Residentã
Banned
So like doesn't this kinda sound like I can pick the game up today?
Yeah
No. It shall remain as an indictment.
Hellshingu
Member
I've tried it with them as I always get emails the day before release sayings it's ready. It was a no go.
Rats.
Well, I'm gonna try anyway, but I guess I won't leave work early
maybe I'll get a BB employee who doesn't know or give a shit when the game comes out.In XIV characters have a lot of voiced character specific quotes during the win screen.
Tizoc
Member
That is how i think of any fighting gamr i buy
Yeah...I'm worried. Your netcode impressions are usually spot on in my experience.
But...Angel.
I know I won't be able to resist this game. I'll just be sad when online sucks.
It's like the Sonic Cycle for me- Get hyped with new game announcement. Promises that the netcode will be up to par and good initial impressions. Play the game and am utterly disappointed in that regard. LOL. :|
If by that you mean a cheap-ass CPU...there isn't one. At least not on the default settings. I steamrolled over the CPU when I did a story play through last night. Beating the game once will unlock both bosses for use, too.
No arcade release = no SNK boss? eh...
I'm 100% an online warrior at this point. I rarely get a chance to play with anyone locally, so bad netcode means the game doesn't get played much if at all. I've been trying with KOF since I got it last Tuesday. Been playing it every chance I get. Forgoing time spent in practice mode learning stuff to keep messing with and testing out various online functions. It's just not up to par. Like, it's an improvement over XIII, sure, but still behind just about everything else.
But hey, day one patch and all that. Fingers are crossed.
This is not really a game for casual players, although I guess some folks will be satisfied just mashing A autocombos out. I think the graphics are going to be a major turn-off to a lot of people, too. It looks like an early-PS3 sequel to Maximum Impact.
SinCityAssassin
Member
I was just thinking how you could make a school dance analogy comparing SFV and KoF XIV.
SFV is the most popular girl in school. Head cheerleader. Valedictorian. Perfect 10 body. Buuuuut, she's a total bitch. She goes to the dance with you, is even up for sex later but she's very demanding. Has you pay for EVERY little thing. Doesn't even treat you that well. After a while you wonder if it was all worth it JUST to have the most popular girl.
KoF XIV is the shy, nerdy girl next door. Not even close to a 10, but cute in her own down-to-earth kind of way. Much nicer and sweeter in person. She's a really clumsy and terrible dancer, and you'll have to deal with hecklers, but you have a great time and a lot of fun being with her.
Of course I'm not saying you HAVE to choose ONE, I just think it makes for a fun comparison. Just got the email from Best Buy that my Premium Edition is going to be ready tomorrow, but it'll be a lot longer before I can play it as I have no PS4
petran79
Banned
All right then! That is what I heard too but was not sure
Casual players can play that Chinese Tencent game that is free and has better netcode.
It's not just about graphics though, or stuff like GG and Tekken would be outselling Street Fighter.
Wow...I can't believe it!!! This has to be a 1st. Also the default is just easy from what I tried in the demo, needs to be on 4 at least to be challenging.
DryvBy
Member
Figured those steelbook covers would be gone. Nope! Snagged one now that reviews are good. Better than SFV it seems.
King of Dinousaurs has some great quotes btw
She's also bi, because she doesn't care what your "platform" is. *wink wink*
Edit: Wait, dammit, XIV is on less platforms than SFV. Why in the hell did I think it was also Xbox One? My joke is ruined.
MHWilliams
Member
So like doesn't this kinda sound like I can pick the game up today?
I assume you're not the only one. The uptick in online players in the past few days has been noticeable. Ran into an Athena player last night that utterly destroyed me.
I'm 100% an online warrior at this point. I rarely get a chance to play with anyone locally, so bad netcode means the game doesn't get played much if at all. I've been trying with KOF since I got it last Tuesday. Been playing it every chance I get. Forgoing time spent in practice mode learning stuff to keep messing with and testing out various online functions. It's just not up to par. Like, it's an improvement over XIII, sure, but still behind just about everything else.
But hey, day one patch and all that. Fingers are crossed.
I find on Ranked, I'm okay. Lobbies are where I have issues and I can't tell if that's because of the number of players in the lobby or not. Problem is it has been harder to find Ranked matches.
I mean it's been playable online for quite some time now. All we're missing is this supposed day-one patch and the influx of more players.
She's also bi, because she doesn't care what your "platform" is. *wink wink*
Edit: Wait, dammit, XIV is on less platforms than SFV. Why in the hell did I think it was also Xbox One? My joke is ruined.
=P
Hellshingu
Member
This is what I am most concerned about. I had the chance to pick up the game 2 weeks ago but didn't want to take a gamble with $65 just to find out whether is was good or not.
RedAssedApe
Banned
So like doesn't this kinda sound like I can pick the game up today?
if that's best buy they probably won't let you (i've never gotten them to release a game to me). its standard practice for you to get the e-mail on monday before release tuesday
She's also bi, because she doesn't care what your "platform" is. *wink wink*
Edit: Wait, dammit, XIV is on less platforms than SFV. Why in the hell did I think it was also Xbox One? My joke is ruined.
How embarrassing. I'll quote this for posterity. Never forget.
Doctrine Dark
Member
I'm glad the game is getting solid reviews. Looking forward to seeing XIV have a strong tournament life.
Master Thespian
Member
grossI was just thinking how you could make a school dance analogy comparing SFV and KoF XIV.
SFV is the most popular girl in school. Head cheerleader. Valedictorian. Perfect 10 body. Buuuuut, she's a total bitch. She goes to the dance with you, is even up for sex later but she's very demanding. Has you pay for EVERY little thing. Doesn't even treat you that well. After a while you wonder if it was all worth it JUST to have the most popular girl.
KoF XIV is the shy, nerdy girl next door. Not even close to a 10, but cute in her own down-to-earth kind of way. Much nicer and sweeter in person. She's a really clumsy and terrible dancer, and you'll have to deal with hecklers, but you have a great time and a lot of fun being with her.
Of course I'm not saying you HAVE to choose ONE, I just think it makes for a fun comparison. Just got the email from Best Buy that my Premium Edition is going to be ready tomorrow, but it'll be a lot longer before I can play it as I have no PS4
Hellshingu
Member
Just read an excerpt from a SRK article regarding the balance changes in the day 1 patch (Mai nerfed, King of Dinosaurs buffed) and came across this.
I do not know if this should be in here but I really wanted to post it because I like this approach to the characters in the game as opposed to the DLC character philosophy of SFV of making characters weaker on purpose. As many can agree that the DLC characters pale in comparison to the rest of the cast. I am a firm believer that every character should be strong by design instead of having to be buffed to be strong.
I do not know if this should be in here but I really wanted to post it because I like this approach to the characters in the game as opposed to the DLC character philosophy of SFV of making characters weaker on purpose. As many can agree that the DLC characters pale in comparison to the rest of the cast. I am a firm believer that every character should be strong by design instead of having to be buffed to be strong.
Choppasmith
Member
Well I THOUGHT I was being fun and clever
Looking forward to them!
Capcom is in a tougher spot since they are balancing the DLC characters post launch and have a lot of money on the line with their tournament series. They have also stated up front that they won't be doing a balance patch until after Capcom Cup. This pretty much requires them to play things safe.
TheSpoiler
Member
The best way to put it is SFV is like a SF game.
KOF is like a KOF game.
Play what you like. I'mma hit both of them up.
Also, kudos to SNK for keeping the game balanced with that many characters. That's a pretty big feat.
KOF is like a KOF game.
Play what you like. I'mma hit both of them up.
Also, kudos to SNK for keeping the game balanced with that many characters. That's a pretty big feat.