Sword Of Doom
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So how is this new system at Kotaku any better than what they had before? Ok so you're not giving out a score but that stupid table is just as bad as a score. You're not encouraging people to actually read your review
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The Order 1886 Review Thread
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So how is this new system at Kotaku any better than what they had before? Ok so you're not giving out a score but that stupid table is just as bad as a score. You're not encouraging people to actually read your review
BruceLeeRoy
Banned
Yeah thats exactly how I feel. I have it ordered Ill play through it, marvel at the visual and then sell it for $40. More than worth it
The sentence structure of it? Yeah that is a little wonky sounding he could have just said "It is the best looking game available"
maverick40
Junior Member
Gross and unprofessional:
Journalists are taking the piss now at this stage. Not fair on the devs who spent 5 years of their lives creating this game.
Journalists are taking the piss now at this stage. Not fair on the devs who spent 5 years of their lives creating this game.
The perfect rental although I have no idea where to rent PS4 games locally and no interest in rejoining Gamefly which rarely gave me the new games I wanted.
Sounds like RAD really needed to add in the extra touches like Wolfenstein did with skill unlocks, collectibles, new game modes to unlock, etc. Having 0 replayability is hurting the scores.
Sounds like RAD really needed to add in the extra touches like Wolfenstein did with skill unlocks, collectibles, new game modes to unlock, etc. Having 0 replayability is hurting the scores.
Bioshock was not a bad game.
Destiny less than stellar
The Order less than stellar.
Destiny had multiplayer which helped with sales.
timetokill
Banned
Just finished reading the Jimquisition and Kotaku reviews. Damn, they savaged the game. I'm honestly sort of impressed that they're (well, Kotaku, Jim is good on this point already) not being fooled by the pretty graphics.
Sounds like all sizzle, no steak, if you will.
Sounds like all sizzle, no steak, if you will.
The platforming just looked wacky, I'm excited.
Dragonborn
Member
I certainly hope not. Remedy hasn't put out a bad game yet, so I don't see them starting with QB.
It's going to be one of the big ones I think, either UC4 or Halo 5. Oh, or Zelda.
They're entitled to their opinion. Maybe be happy for somebody that found something they truly enjoy rather than shake your head just because they didn't fall in line with the rest of the world?
Gross and unprofessional:
Nah, it's hilarious.
meanspartan
Member
If the game does flop, Sony would be exceptionally stupid to not buy RAD. Because while this game seems to be a clear artistic misfire, it is also clear RAD cares a lot and puts in a ton of work. And with it potentially flopping, it would mean Sony could buy RAD at a bargain price presumably.
This is the studio that made some pretty fantastic PSP games, it's not like they don't have gameplay chops, they are just hidden under the Order's overindulgence of presentation above gameplay. I doubt the capability to make good gameplay has vanished from the studio.
In every failure, there can be opportunity. If this game does flop and RAD is at risk of closing, Sony could buy them nice and cheap and would get a previously proven studio hell bent on redemption in their next release. There is almost always a silver lining.
Gross and unprofessional:
He is one of many that have been at it all day, never seen a response to a game quite like it.
Its almost as if they have been saving up that bile.
Air Zombie Meat
Member
This makes no sense. Wouldn't they have to give it a positive review to stand out?
um you might wanna add a little context to that jab. Sunk implies that it tanked and the studio shut down because of it but that is not the case. It was that dude having a mid-life crisis or something shit.
BruceLeeRoy
Banned
Yeah but Bioshock had the advantage of being awesome.
jhmtehgamr20xx
Banned
That'd have to be mighty much and severe; like in the teens of FPS. Feels like they've shown half the game already and no one's reported issues on what's been shown.
I feel as though most had their knives out for this game well before it released.
Consequently, I'll reserve judgement until I play it myself. Gaming media (and most media) frequently employ groupthink to justify their own existence. Also, whatever bucks the trend of modern AAA 90+ games is a good thing IMO.
Tight, atmospheric, great soundtrack. I'm guessing I'll love it.
Consequently, I'll reserve judgement until I play it myself. Gaming media (and most media) frequently employ groupthink to justify their own existence. Also, whatever bucks the trend of modern AAA 90+ games is a good thing IMO.
Tight, atmospheric, great soundtrack. I'm guessing I'll love it.
ThoseDeafMutes
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Brutal reviews.
Picking the game up today after work. Had to spend an EB gift card so I dropped it on a steelbook copy of The Order. Hoping it's serviceable. But hey at least it will finally give my PS4 something to do.
Picking the game up today after work. Had to spend an EB gift card so I dropped it on a steelbook copy of The Order. Hoping it's serviceable. But hey at least it will finally give my PS4 something to do.
Gross and unprofessional:
Looks like some of these outlets are piling on now. Nearing that critical resonant frequency that'll perhaps cajole someone from RAD to make another unwise retort.
maverick40
Junior Member
I didn't find it funny in the slightest. I would be pretty offended if I was on the other end of that
Yea that part made me scratch my head. I mean, he must really not like the game. Oh well, to each their own. I got my collector's edition coming in tomorrow. ^_^
It's quite pathetic, can't wait to see it happen for other titles going forward.
JayhawkerStL
Banned
If you are buying short, QTE infested games that are 25% cutscenes to impress upon your friends how awesome the PS4 is, you are part of the problem, in more ways than one.
Neuromancer
Member
That doesn't sound entirely unreasonable. Whenever I see my dad he always wants to see the latest games I've been playing, I bet he'd love the look of this one. (It probably won't hurt that I don't think he always realizes the difference between gameplay, QTEs and cutscenes...
Gross and unprofessional:
Journalists are taking the piss now at this stage. Not fair on the devs who spent 5 years of their lives creating this game.
lmao
You do realize aesthetics aren't just about the number of polygons, right?
Not if their original review was negative, which in this case it was. All the rest is the icing on the cake for maximum traffic.
Gross and unprofessional:
Journalists are taking the piss now at this stage. Not fair on the devs who spent 5 years of their lives creating this game.
who?
Naw, they would know better. You think they ain't takin notes!
The Sarcastic Dude
Banned
And the most entertaining.
ArkkAngel007
Member
I'm cool. I kinda want to play the game more now if anything. My copy should be here tomorrow, and I'm very curious to see how my own opinion contrasts with these reviews. I honestly think I'm going to like it, just knowing my sensibilities. Guess I'll find out for sure tomorrow.
The Wonderful 101 had some pretty amazing QTEs; people praise those quite often
ShockingAlberto
Member
?!
It is by definition exploiting the IP
I think you just have a natural association of the word "exploit" with extremes.
Colonel Mustard
Banned
I know his brother Travis. Good guys.Gross and unprofessional:
Journalists are taking the piss now at this stage. Not fair on the devs who spent 5 years of their lives creating this game.
Stop being offended by someone making a little tongue in cheek joke.
How would all of media giving the game a 6.5/10 justify their existence? I would think the exact opposite would be the case. If everyone give the same review/same opinion, it's much more likely that readers wouldn't care much which review they read. All would be the same.
GlamFM
Banned
Highly entertaining though.
Gross and unprofessional:
Journalists are taking the piss now at this stage. Not fair on the devs who spent 5 years of their lives creating this game.
So you hate it, but you want more of it. Makes sense.
Uhm, why does the word "ever" set you off? It's definitely the best looking console game to date.
BruceLeeRoy
Banned
Haha what? Please tell the numerous ways. I need to know
NullPointer
Member
Its an exclusive third person shooter with incredible graphics and a heavy focus on story and a realized steampunk world. Of course there was a lot of attention for this game from across the board. That the end product is more of a niche title for those who want to lose themselves in incredible environments and audio/visual work isn't the fault of reviewers or players.
Lord of Castamere
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maverick40
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One of the polygon writers. That should say it all
shadowsdarknes
Member
Oh do tell me more
jhmtehgamr20xx
Banned
The first step to removing pain is to de-aggregate yourself from that which you cling to. Identifying yourself through inanimate objects can only bring you internal suffering.
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