KAOS said:
watership said:Dude, what control system are you using? You're barely banking or using vertical moves at all. It really seems odd.
Edit: Wait, I think it's because your holding in the right trigger to speed up the replay. Is that it?
Schafer said:Nah he's using the sissy controls where you just turn instead of rolling.
Red Blaster said:boresight aiming
gkrykewy said:Boresight aiming is in there - I never use it, but stumbled on it by accident.
I disagree with most of your points, but I guess that's because I'm not tired of the formula. Overall I found the game to be significantly better than AC5, which is the most recent I've played.
Your points re: online are fair, but are to a certain extent inherent to the genre I'd say. People seem to love Crimson Skies online - I've never played it. Are there any obvious modes from that game which AC6 is lacking? It seems as if expanded coop would be the only effective way to address your principle online concerns.
Red Blaster said:How do you activate it? In Zero it was done by pressing R3.
Red Blaster said:I think maybe adding blackouts and redouts would make things significantly more interesting as people can't just do batshit crazy stunts to avoid missiles all the time while hoping to get lucky with QAAMs.
BudokaiMR2 said:Would have been nice to actually do the campaign missions in co-op
X26 said:"Maam, how did you get these?
blonde proceeds to rat out the guy
If it wasn't for the military-run government being overthrown at the end (lame) and we saw the guy executed, it would have been funny enough to make up for how bad the story was
And Chopper >>>>>>>> Shamrock. Chopper went out in style while Shamrock didn't even die (pussy). Also Chopper wouldn't move in on a recently dead pilot's wife and kid (although I doubt the mom is who Shamrock is interested in...)
Warm Machine said:I don't like how the story in the Ace Combat games is being told by a 3rd person. I also don't like how they never show the character you are supposed to be. It makes me feel disconnected from the events around me.
icecream said:Su-33 Flanker -THE IDOLMASTER MIKI- (400 MS Points)
http://i3.tinypic.com/73c4qoi.jpg
Must... get!
Some other less interesting ones too.
icecream said:Su-33 Flanker -THE IDOLMASTER MIKI- (400 MS Points)
Must... get!
Some other less interesting ones too.
glaurung said:I hate the idea that the liveries actually increase the planes' abilities.
That makes no freaking sense and I this bullcrap will ruin the online playability because those who care to spend top dollar get an unfair advantage.
Microrapement cheating all over again.
XiaNaphryz said:Wait, so are all these DLC planes new or can they be unlocked in the main game? I'm guessing the Idolmaster plane is new.
chespace said:Also, what's boresight aiming? How do you activate it? I love getting kills with the vulcan cannon so someone tell me!
Content: BATTLE ROYALE DL 1
Price: 100 Microsoft Points
Availability: All Xbox LIVE regions
Dash Text: [ESRB: T (Teen) Mild Language, Violence] New Online Battle, Battle Royale Now Available! A maximum of 16 players can take part in this South Sea Battle Royale amongst heavy command cruisers. Avoid the Gyges and Kottos barrage, and strike down the opposition! *Select Player Match via Online Battle after download to play. (This system is not available in Ranked Match) There are no refunds for this item. For more information, see www.xbox.com/live/accounts.
Content: CO-OP BATTLE DL 1
Price: 300 Microsoft Points
Availability: All Xbox LIVE regions
Dash Text: [ESRB: T (Teen) Mild Language, Violence] New Online CO-OP BATTLE Stage Now Available! Join up to four other players in hunting down the enemy forces scattered across the canyon. The primary mission consists of four individually timed successive operations. Progression to the next operation can be achieved without destroying all TGTs within the time limit. However, successfully destroying all TGTs will lead to increased fortifications during the secondary mission, and a chance to score bigger points. Work with your wingmen to successfully clear all operations, and unleash the full power of Ragno Fortress! *Select Player Match via Online Battle after download to play. (This system is not available in Ranked Match) There are no refunds for this item. For more information, see www.xbox.com/live/accounts.
Content: SIEGE BATTLE DL 1
Price: 300 Microsoft Points
Availability: All Xbox LIVE regions
Dash Text: [ESRB: T (Teen) Mild Language, Violence] New Online Battle, Siege Battle Now Available! A maximum of 8 players can take part in this Siege Battle above the snowy plains. The attacking side must dispose of enemy defense drones before downing a unit of transport aircraft. Destroying radar vehicles will temporarily disable the transport defenses. The attacking side will receive additional defense drones for each enemy aircraft downed. A delicate balance of offense and defense is necessary to see the transports safely to their destination. Skillful teamwork holds the key to victory. *Select Player Match via Online Battle after download to play. (This system is not available in Ranked Match) There are no refunds for this item. For more information, see www.xbox.com/live/accounts.
Content: ACE OF ACES MISSION 01
Price: 350 Microsoft Points
Availability: All Xbox LIVE regions
Dash Text: [ESRB: T (Teen) Mild Language, Violence] A challenge exclusively for masters of Ace Combat. Exceeding that of ACE, Mission 01 is now available on the highest difficulty level, Ace of Aces. Protect Gracemeria from the reinforced Estovakian invasion. New Counter-Charge System! When you see the Mission timer, that's your chance to increased Allied Support! Destroy the enemy within the time limit, to secure more allied numbers. The greater the number of enemies destroyed, the greater the number of allies who come to your aid. Time your kills right, and break through even the toughest enemy line. *Campaign Mode, Mission 01 must be cleared, and Free Mission Save Data available to use this download content. *Select Ace of Aces via Free Mission after download to play. There are no refunds for this item. For more information, see www.xbox.com/live/accounts.
Content: F-117A -GENERAL EMBLEM-
Price: Free
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Dash Text: [ESRB: T (Teen) Mild Language, Violence] F-117A Night Hawk, General Resource Aircraft Available! Ace Combat 3, General Resource Aircraft. A lightened fuselage allows for increased weapons payload. Built upon an array of technology, this aircraft boasts assured attacking prowess. Wielding the might of the world economy, none can stand against the massive international conglomerate, General Resource. Once downloaded other player aircraft will also reflect the content of Aircraft <PACK05>, otherwise other player aircraft will appear as Emmerian colors.
Content: RAZGRIZ SET 01
Price: 400 Microsoft Points
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Dash Text: [ESRB: T (Teen) Mild Language, Violence] Razgriz Set 01 (4 Aircraft) Now Available! Four aircraft including F-16C Fighting Falcon, F-2A, Su-33 Flanker, Rafale M. Advanced accident prevention systems, and high durability have been incorporated into the designs to ensure the survival of all squadron members. This enigmatic squadron became known as both the heroes and demons of Ace Combat 5. Join them on their road to victory, and strike your opponents down. Once downloaded other player aircraft will also reflect the content of Aircraft <PACK05>, otherwise other player aircraft will appear as Emmerian colors. There are no refunds for this item. For more information, see www.xbox.com/live/accounts.
Content: Mirage2000-5 -ADVANCED-
Price: 200 Microsoft Points
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Dash Text: [ESRB: T (Teen) Mild Language, Violence] Mirage2000-5, Advanced Aircraft Now Available! Reductions in armor coupled with a stable thrust engine bestow this aircraft with advanced handling characteristics. Responding to the slightest adjustment in thrust, this aircraft offers an entirely new sense of acceleration. Once downloaded other player aircraft will also reflect the content of Aircraft <PACK05>, otherwise other player aircraft will appear as Emmerian colors. There are no refunds for this item. For more information, see www.xbox.com/live/accounts.
Content: Su-33 -CRIMSON WING-
Price: 200 Microsoft Points
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Dash Text: [ESRB: T (Teen) Mild Language, Violence] Su-33 Flanker, Monotone Color, Crimson Aircraft Now Available! A modified sky painting aircraft for shows and exhibitions, this aircraft is equipped with colored smoke missiles. With a maximized missile payload, the sky is your canvas! Once downloaded other player aircraft will also reflect the content of Aircraft <PACK05>, otherwise other player aircraft will appear as Emmerian colors. There are no refunds for this item. For more information, see www.xbox.com/live/accounts.
Content: F-15E -THE IDOLMASTER CHIHAYA-
Price: 400 Microsoft Points
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Dash Text: [ESRB: T (Teen) Mild Language, Violence] F-15E Strike Eagle, THE IDOLMASTER, Chihaya Kisaragi Aircraft Now Available! The stars of the hit game THE IDOLMASTER make their Ace Combat debut! The fourth up is the moody girl wonder, Chihaya Kisaragi. Take care not to get on her bad side, aim for the top, and take to the skies! We can't wait to see what she's got! Once downloaded other player aircraft will also reflect the content of Aircraft <PACK05>, otherwise other player aircraft will appear as Emmerian colors. There are no refunds for this item. For more information, see www.xbox.com/live/accounts.
Narag said:I snagged Ace of Aces but I'm a little disappointed its just the first level. That's really not worth 350 points if they're going to put everything out like that. Going to give it a shot shortly though.
gkrykewy said:Isn't Ace of Aces unlockable in the game anyway? I'm confused.
EDIT: Ah, nevermind, it was always going to be DLC. Yeah, 350 points per level would be retarded. Hopefully they'll wise up, as with the Razgriz pack.
AoA Mission 1: Two words " MISSILE SPAMMAGE!"
Right, here's a detailed description of what happens in the mission.
The mission starts like normal except there are no C-17s in the first section to drop airborne tanks. There are the usual targets, plus roughly 60 enemy fighters, half of them are always shooting at you, so keeps your wits about you.
You can take out the fighters if you wish, but if you take out the targets, they all disappear.
Then a 2 minute countdown starts. By the Kings Bridge, 4 F-14s spawn under the name "RED". When you shoot down the 14s, 4 F-18s spawn under the name "GREEN". Then when those go down, a final group of 4 F-15Es spawn under the name "BLUE". If you take those 3 groups down within two minutes, you get the ability to use Allied Support. (That's right, in the first section, you can't use it at all).
Next, the mission continues like normal, with the same target B-52s and UH-9s spawning, along with another 60+ fighters, again, half always trying to kill you (ubar 1337 missile spam). Note that ti takes roughly 3-4 two missile passes to kill one B-52.
After all the targets have gone down, you get another 2 minute countdown. This time, an untaregtable squad of C-17s comes in from the west. They start to drop airborne tanks under the name "RED". you can take down the tanks with missiles. After this group, another untargetable group of C-17s appear. They then drop more airborne tanks under the name "GREEN", except this time, these tanks are untargetable, so you have to rely on your gun.
After the two tank groups have been destroyed (as long as it's within the time limit), you get more allied support. More fighter spanw, and two special sqaudrons as well. One is a squad of 4 Rafales under the name "SUCCUBUS", and 4 F-18s under the name "INCUBUS". Once you shoot down both of those squadrons, the Aigaion cutscene plays. (Note that if you die anytime before the cutscene, regardless of how far you get, you have to start from scratch due to no checkpoint)
After the cutscene, the red rings on your radar signalling the nimbus detonation, are completely surrounding you, the only way out is up or down. Yet more fighters spawn, along with Strigon and the Aigaion. I will point out that after the cutscene, you can actually land at Gracemeria Base to re-arm. Your final task.......DESTROY TEH STRIGON!
Once all of the Strigon's have gone down, the mission is complete. There is no need to cross the return line.
I got killed 3 times, but still came out with an S (Evasion FTW)
Differences from standard "Invasion of Gracemeria" mission:
- There are 8 Strigons: 7 of them are still SU-33s, the other is in fact the CFA-44. It is implied that Voychek is flying it.
- The Aigaion is not targetable, it is there for show, but it also makes more deadly Nimbus barrages.
- Every single Nimbus barrage is aimed at you and not randomly. The red circles always surround your aircraft.
- There are no Apaches flying over the Gracemeria Base runway.
- After you shoot down the first three 4-plane squads (RED, GREEN and BLUE), a small fleet consisting of a Carrier, two Destroyers and an Aegis will spawn just south of Kings Bridge.
- As stated before, you can land at the Gracemeria Base runway to refuel.
- No C-17s in the first section.
- Even if you take down the CFA-44 first, second or third etc. Toscha will start the "Strigon Leader is hit!" line of dialogue. However, Strigon will NOT evacuate, they will still fight.
- If you do try to land, make sure it's after a Nimbus attack. I got killed while I was slowing down on the tarmac.
- It is not mandatory to destroy the enemy fighters, but for the S rank, I advise you do so.
- Allied Support CANNOT BE ACTIVATED BELOW THE THIRD SECTION OF THE BAR. You have to get into the fourth bar for it to work.
The co-op download is proving to be quite the task. There are several subsections to the mission and even with 3 people, it is difficult to take out all targets in each subsection. Plenty of F-15s, F-14s, SU-47s and F-22s in the co-op along with an ungodly number of ground targets. You even have to kill off flak cannons at the beginning to safely exit the canyon. The use of the tunnels is incorporated in the mission as well. If you are a fan of co-op play, it's definitely worth the money for this one.
* F-22A Raptor Gryphus Emblem (Free): Mobility and speed have been exchanged for heavy armor and an increased weapons payload in this aircraft modeled after those of the heroes of Ace Combat X.
* F-22A Raptor Indigo Wing (200 Microsoft Points): Modified for performance at air shows and exhibitions, this aircraft is equipped with a maximum payload of colored smoke missiles.
* F-14D SuperTomcat Zipang (200 Microsoft Points): Inspired by the spring season, this aircraft conjures serene memories of cherry blossoms on the wind. Specialized tuning has resulted in precision mobility with minimal armor and firepower.
* Razgriz Set 2 Contains Su-47 Berkut, A-10A and Typhoon (300 Microsoft Points): This set of three planes bears the emblem of the Razgriz squadron, the heroes of Ace Combat 5. Each plane is accentuated with advanced durability to ensure the survival of all squad members in even the most hostile missions.
* F-22A Raptor The Idolmaster Haruka (400 Microsoft Points): This aircrafts speed often puts it in danger, but its friendly appearance is sure to make it a favorite of friend and foe alike.
* Mirage2000-5 The Idolmaster Yayoi (400 Microsoft Points): The worlds most energetic aircraft, this plane can be a handful once its wound up and ready to go.
The downloadable content for Ace Combat 6 launching next week also includes the following single player and online multiplayer stages:
* Co-op Battle Download #2 (300 Microsoft Points): Join forces with up to four players over the frozen arctic tundra as you attempt to defeat the Chandelier doomsday weapon.
* Ace of Aces Mission #2 (300 Microsoft Points): A new single player stage for the masters of Ace Combat 6, this new missions challenge exceeds that of the games previous highest difficulty level. Take flight and hold back the unrelenting enemy onslaught to save Vitoze, the last remaining Emmerian stronghold. Using the new counter charge system, players can earn additional allied reinforcements by defeating enemies within certain time parameters.