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The Official Grand Theft Auto IV thread: The World Is Yours
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I don't know what the hell is up with my display for this game. Names of streets and cars go RIGHT UP to the edge of the screen, making it seem like the edges are cropped off.
I know for a fact I have the display set correctly. Every other game displays correctly. This is the 360 version. Has anyone else noticed this? I can't enjoy the game 'till I figure out what this problem is.
I know for a fact I have the display set correctly. Every other game displays correctly. This is the 360 version. Has anyone else noticed this? I can't enjoy the game 'till I figure out what this problem is.
Pristine_Condition
Member
First thing I do in the game...flip on the TV and see
This game is already officially the greatest work of art in the history of humanity.
BAS MOTHERF***ING RUTTEN!!! Talking about liver kicks!
This game is already officially the greatest work of art in the history of humanity.
BakedPigeon
Banned
Docpan said:
Well what set do you have, just curious.
andrewjnyc
Member
PuppetMaster said:
THANK YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!
The hard disk install is in progress as I type this, and everything seems copacetic. I really can't thank you enough!
Off to have a smoke and lose myself in Liberty City...
Community Forum
Member
Hmmmm I have enough trade-in money to buy both versions. That would be dumb, though... right?
BakedPigeon
Banned
SHOTEH FOCK OP said:
Yes, yes it would.
GET BOTH VERSION NOW!!!
PantherLotus
Professional Schmuck
To the guy that got a free upgraded SE copy:
You did what I would've done, and yes, that makes you a bad person. Some call it dishonest, I call it opportunistic.
The self-righteous will come into this thread and try to make you feel loath, but I say you never look lady-luck in the eye and deny her, lest she abandon you.
Good for you dude. Remember, you're only a bad person if you don't feel bad! BUT you're a schmuck if you dwell on it too long. And you won't get caught and if they bother calling you, say this: "IYPNMP."
If you must, ask yourself: if they accidentally overcharged you on a bill and you didn't notice, would they remove the charges? Anybody with a credit card or anybody that has done business with criminals like Blockbuster knows the answer to that question.
You did what I would've done, and yes, that makes you a bad person. Some call it dishonest, I call it opportunistic.
The self-righteous will come into this thread and try to make you feel loath, but I say you never look lady-luck in the eye and deny her, lest she abandon you.
Good for you dude. Remember, you're only a bad person if you don't feel bad! BUT you're a schmuck if you dwell on it too long. And you won't get caught and if they bother calling you, say this: "IYPNMP."
It's your problem not my problem.
If you must, ask yourself: if they accidentally overcharged you on a bill and you didn't notice, would they remove the charges? Anybody with a credit card or anybody that has done business with criminals like Blockbuster knows the answer to that question.
MobiusPigeon
Banned
anyone know the name of the song in the niko bellic trailer?
Just played for a little over an hour ... getting the hang of controls, etc ... went on a date (bowling). The scope of this game is just nuts, so much shit going on, just everywhere. Man, the people in Liberty City drive like assholes. Then again, its based on NYC, so I guess it fits 
Random AI occurrence happened right of the bat for me. Some passenger was yelling and cursing at the driver in the car they were in, and stabbed her 0_0. He then got out of the car, and hobbled off. Completely random craziness. Needless to say, I dragged her lifeless body out of the car and drove off As I'm pulling the body out, Niko says, "Guess you won't be needing this" :lol
As expected, the audio is just insane in terms of scope. Though the default music level kind of drowns out conversations (especially cell). Graphics ... haven't seen enough to really comment, but I like the look overall. The engine is actually pretty damn solid, much more so than I would have expected given their prior titles. Detail is just staggering, and the lighting is quite beautiful.
This game is going to be EPIC.
Off to bed now ... :'(
Random AI occurrence happened right of the bat for me. Some passenger was yelling and cursing at the driver in the car they were in, and stabbed her 0_0. He then got out of the car, and hobbled off. Completely random craziness. Needless to say, I dragged her lifeless body out of the car and drove off
As I'm pulling the body out, Niko says, "Guess you won't be needing this" :lolAs expected, the audio is just insane in terms of scope. Though the default music level kind of drowns out conversations (especially cell). Graphics ... haven't seen enough to really comment, but I like the look overall. The engine is actually pretty damn solid, much more so than I would have expected given their prior titles. Detail is just staggering, and the lighting is quite beautiful.
This game is going to be EPIC.
Off to bed now ... :'(
HallucinatingElvis
Banned
BakedPigeon said:
this
Dot50Cal said:People like me, who own both consoles and don't have a preference towards either one and would like the "best" experience
fuck, I just dont know
PS3 sounds to be technically above the 360 plus I really like the cases >_> oh and the fact that the PS3 doesnt sound like a fat man on a treadmill
or
my 360 friendslist pwns my PSN friendslist... and, I LIKES ME ACHIEVMENTS!
BenjaminBirdie
Banned
[Roman / "Uncle Vlad"]
The most engaging game experience ever created.
OH WHAT THE FUCK, ROCKSTAR! I really really REALLY liked Vlad. A fucking LOT. What do I do now? Oh, okay, get introduced to someone ever COOLER. I fucking LOVE Petrovick!!
The most engaging game experience ever created.
Coin Return
Loose Slot
The past two hours flew by.
I love this game.
I love this game.
My impressions so far: (PS3)
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First impressions were, they're certainly taking the art style to a new height. The game reeks of of aesthetic prowess. There are probably about a million filters running amok (think Killzone 2 the vibrant, colourful and diverse version). There's a dreamy look about it all, super slick, smooth and glowing with charisma and energy. That's not to say I liked the visuals straight away. In-fact, off the bat I thought they were rather lacklustre. Sure the lighting was immense (shadows, variance in lighting, the dynamics of it all) however, I think they may have gone a bit OTT with the filters. GTA IV shares the same issue that bugged me in Lost Odyssey. This overt depth of field and focusing that can be off putting. Some things are actually blurry when they go out of focal range, to give the scene that cinematic appeal. Some may love this, but at first I hated it. It's definitely grown on me though. The more I play, the more immersed I get in this truly riveting city that almost feels alive with personality. I still don't think the visuals are close to a 10. Frame rate has been pretty solid, not a single bit of pop-in yet and loading times have been very swift.
Gameplay wise, I haven't really felt anything too different. Just feels like every other GTA but with an added layer of slick, and with slightly more depth in mechanical and technical implementation as well as a this time more progressively developed story. The characters are just sublime. While the voice acting is rather cheesy (intentionally I'm guessing), often rather derogatory and vulgar (again intentional) you really get a feel for the characters and their specific characteristics. Niko is also quite the bad ass. Probably the best GTA character yet. He just oozes personality and a kind of controlled aggression and ruthlessness that makes us almost have a level of respect and admiration for him. You can see his potential. An intelligent, humorous, charismatic but dangerous man with serious balls and an ambitious thirst.
So far so good. I haven't been blown away yet, but perhaps that's the point. The game is slowly luring me in, with it's powerfully visceral potency, immersive world and likeable characters.
Oh and one last thing, the soundtrack is just fantastic. A nice range of sounds of all different genre's that all really add to the mix. There's the regular funny radio bites, now with additional funny TV shows, that are both entertaining and long. The songs chosen to be played for specific parts of the game are also cleverly picked. They add just the right bite and mood to each specific scene, again drawing you in to the game whichever way Rockstar intended.
If you have any questions, feel free to fire away with them. My current image set up is brightness +2, contrast +1, saturation default. I find this looks best on my calibrated Kuro.
Pics
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First impressions were, they're certainly taking the art style to a new height. The game reeks of of aesthetic prowess. There are probably about a million filters running amok (think Killzone 2 the vibrant, colourful and diverse version). There's a dreamy look about it all, super slick, smooth and glowing with charisma and energy. That's not to say I liked the visuals straight away. In-fact, off the bat I thought they were rather lacklustre. Sure the lighting was immense (shadows, variance in lighting, the dynamics of it all) however, I think they may have gone a bit OTT with the filters. GTA IV shares the same issue that bugged me in Lost Odyssey. This overt depth of field and focusing that can be off putting. Some things are actually blurry when they go out of focal range, to give the scene that cinematic appeal. Some may love this, but at first I hated it. It's definitely grown on me though. The more I play, the more immersed I get in this truly riveting city that almost feels alive with personality. I still don't think the visuals are close to a 10. Frame rate has been pretty solid, not a single bit of pop-in yet and loading times have been very swift.
Gameplay wise, I haven't really felt anything too different. Just feels like every other GTA but with an added layer of slick, and with slightly more depth in mechanical and technical implementation as well as a this time more progressively developed story. The characters are just sublime. While the voice acting is rather cheesy (intentionally I'm guessing), often rather derogatory and vulgar (again intentional) you really get a feel for the characters and their specific characteristics. Niko is also quite the bad ass. Probably the best GTA character yet. He just oozes personality and a kind of controlled aggression and ruthlessness that makes us almost have a level of respect and admiration for him. You can see his potential. An intelligent, humorous, charismatic but dangerous man with serious balls and an ambitious thirst.
So far so good. I haven't been blown away yet, but perhaps that's the point. The game is slowly luring me in, with it's powerfully visceral potency, immersive world and likeable characters.
Oh and one last thing, the soundtrack is just fantastic. A nice range of sounds of all different genre's that all really add to the mix. There's the regular funny radio bites, now with additional funny TV shows, that are both entertaining and long. The songs chosen to be played for specific parts of the game are also cleverly picked. They add just the right bite and mood to each specific scene, again drawing you in to the game whichever way Rockstar intended.
If you have any questions, feel free to fire away with them. My current image set up is brightness +2, contrast +1, saturation default. I find this looks best on my calibrated Kuro.
Pics
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Dot50Cal said:
No thanks, I've heard enough from all the outlets, Do Not Want, time to enjoy.
Grimm Fandango
Member
Where's the option to turn the "paint" filter off again? Or was I lied to?
BravoSuperStar
Member
Walked into Walmart @ 12:02, walked out with it @ 12:11. There were two lines, one for PS3, one for 360. Had about 6 people in the PS3 one, 10 people in the 360 line. Pre-orders? =p
BenjaminBirdie
Banned
mxz said:
Hold down Y, don't tap it.
GhostRidah
Member
found some maltavs omg so epic, the flame effects are awesome
Himuro said:This game is MUCH harder so far to me. I've died 4 times now in the past hour, all of which from police scuffles. I have no clue how to evade them.
All you do is run/drive outside of the circle area that's flashing blue and red on your radar. Once you get out of that area your star(s) will turn grey indicating that you are out of sight. A few seconds later it will be gone.
Mr. Spinnington
Banned
i think you underestimate the ps3's processing powerBarakov said:9 hours 58 minutes.
all in good fun, no ban! i own one, too
