Switchforce with preview impressions and gameplay footage shows off an enemy throwing other enemies as weapons. 
Getting LttP vibes.
Getting LttP vibes.
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The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild - Preview Thread
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Tajaz2426
Psychology PhD from Wikipedia University
Yeah, I can't wait for it to be delivered, I am really excited about the Switch, as it is different than my PC, XB1S, WiiU, Steam Link, and Nvidia Shield TV.
Getting to lay in bed with my wife and take notes on lore, just like I did with BloodBorne and Dark Souls 3, which lead me to DK2 and 1. Then it got me into The Witcher, taking notes and I write a in a journal type book as I play. The bad things is I only game a couple hours a week and my back log is huge. I may have to reconsider my playing hours and just give into the urge of my hobby.
I super excited about this console.
I have bad news : the whole world is a Nintendo fan and therefore every review is biased.
You have uncompressed game videos here:
http://www.gamersyde.com/news_our_switch_videos_of_zelda_botw-18831_en.html
Depends on how easily triggered you are by "spoilers".
I'm pretty lax, I generally don't care, but some people consider the slightest mention of something that hasn't been explicitly revealed yet a spoiler.
That said, they generally just discuss overall feelings and thoughts on the game.
othersteve
Member
Yup, in the second video I posted if you watch very carefully, the Lizlafos tosses a mini rock monster at Link. It explodes upon impact, which is what those little "mini-Steppe Talus" guys do.Switchforce with preview impressions and gameplay footage shows off an enemy throwing other enemies as weapons.
MHWilliams
Member
The TV's (Samsung KS8000) always ready for full RGB, since I had to go through this with the PS4 Pro. For some reason, the Switch won't choose Full RGB Range in the options. It just defaults back to whatever the current option is, Automatic or Limited. Intriguing.
The Third Heat
Neo Member
Honestly, I think these are level-headed impressions.
brandonh83
Banned
While I could very well end up agreeing with that quote, and I mean absolutely nothing personally toward the GX crew as I'm also a huge Nintendo fan so I can relate, but they are typically hardcore enthusiastic about Nintendo. I'm not saying this makes their opinions invalid, but it could be hyperbolic for some.
I also don't think it's healthy to take that level of praise into the game, or... anything.
serenewarfare
Banned
Maybe the game is just really good?
Or maybe the problems aren't prevalent until after the five hour mark?
Either way "give me negatives!" seems like a strange desire.
GregLombardi
Member
I know this is a general and difficult question, but do you have any suggestions for how to handle playing the game on a 4k tv? I'm scared.
Ah yeah you're right, I'm so happy about the enemy variety in this game. This game is such a step up from the past 3D Zeldas that it'll be hard to replay those, aside from MM maybe which had its own unique focus.
No one has confirmed, but the rumor is
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Whoa, direct feed and all ? Gamersyde is da man.
Also, just some precision : even these videos are compressed, even if it's way less than on YouTube. It will never be as good as in person.
There is an objective reason this doesn't have PS2 graphics:
PS2 was not in HD. Shadow of the Colossus ran at 512x448. BoTW is 900p upres'd to 1080p. Just in terms of clarity, this game is objectively better.
Sure the visuals are not great compared to newer consoles / PC graphics, but you're exaggerating a lot to try to make your point.
othersteve
Member
I had to ensure UHD Color was off on my KS8000 while capturing to allow audio passthrough from the Elgato to the One Connect Box.
Skittzo0413
Member
Holy hell... I can't think of a single game which actually does anything like that... It integrates context into your actual (semi) scripted conversations? Like,
NPC: Hey you, by the look of that grimy woodcutter's axe and your wet boots I can tell you've been to the swamp, can you go back there and find X for me?
Except these are the level headed impressions. These are not previews by Nintendo fans, this is the gaming press. This is the most level headed you will find.
I knew it. Nintendo paid all of these reviewers to make it all positive!
Simplicity isn't good or bad. Actually if anything simplicity is usually better. I'm sure sure people will be praising Mario for that later this year.
MHWilliams
Member
It defaults to 1080p and looks fine on my 4K TV, except for the haze thing. I was used to it, but now it's bothering me.
Wow. It cut off your audio? That did not happen in my case. Which Elgato are you using?
just saw that on my phone and liked it immediately. haha.
The Last One
Member
The previews are great but this reads like a hyperbole.
Primethius
Banned
Skiesofwonder
Walruses, camels, bears, rabbits, tigers and badgers.
Yeah I would imagine they aren't, but it still slipped out.
I'm listening to the Zelda portion of the Bombcast again, and they mention Zelda 2, saying BOTW is the biggest change in the series since Zelda 1 to Zelda 2.
And actually, they say the sense of discovery is bigger than any other game in the series. PERIOD.
Lmao took me awhile to get it
Yup. If you gonna go big, you gotta fill it up with actually interesting shit to do. Otherwise I may just start looking for more "compact" open worlds lol
ASilentProtagonist
Member
Safe to say this will be the highest reviewed game this year. Persona 5 is the only game in 2017 that I could see surpassing it with critics.
This looks so good. I'm jealous of my fellow Switch/Wii U gaffers!
This looks so good. I'm jealous of my fellow Switch/Wii U gaffers!
serenewarfare
Banned
TheGreatMightyPoo
Banned
No offense to GameXplain but that quote is cheesy and cliche as fuck.
I'm sure the game is that good though.
I'm sure the game is that good though.
You have no idea whether this is level-headed or not because you haven't played the game.
Not to mention that quote could easily apply to several other Zelda games. Not that crazy sounding.
JimJamJones
Member
It's always good to hear a more negative side if justified. Especially here because Nintendo purposely chose the first 5h because they probably knew people are blown away in the first hours and it's a great hype machine even if you don't show or talk about a lot of things. Taking a step back is always good in these cases so you don't go all hyperbole and BEST GAME EVER
but if the game is wonderful, well it's wonderful
othersteve
Member
Not sure if it's quite to THAT level, but as an example, you might hear something like:
"Well, yeah, it's raining again. I'm headed out for my evening exercise regardless however as it's good for you!"
or
"Wow, I can't believe you have an [x] with you. It's been a really long time since I saw anything like that."
I just made that up, but it's a pretty good approximation of what you might hear.
GregLombardi
Member
Okay thank you very much, I was worried it would look absolutely horrific. Will have to see if there are any tweaks to be made.
Having downloaded and watched the Gamersyde videos the IQ is, sadly, garbage. As expected. Oh well, it's a small point against what looks like being an incredible game.
It'll be hard going from the astonishing 1080p crispness of Wind Waker HD to this though. I need to finish WWHD this weekend.
It'll be hard going from the astonishing 1080p crispness of Wind Waker HD to this though. I need to finish WWHD this weekend.
darkness_s
Member
You could try putting both your TV and the Switch on Limited RGB. As long as both are on the same RGB mode, colors should look good.
AcademicSaucer
Member
GinoFelino
Member
We'll be talking about that for decades to come
You are saying they look the same?
What gear is Link wearing in this pic?