MrAngryFace
Banned
My god, the "statue" level or the "boat" level, its just..the way your character moves. The imagery. Its sooo awesome.
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Why dont you own Otogi 2 yet?
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MrAngryFace
Banned
the statue level is now one of the best moments in gaming for me. This game has some of the best visuals of this generation.
It has great art direction. Which is still so strange to me, because I never thought From Software had an interesting-looking game in them. For years they do boring Armored Core and boring King's Field and then all of a sudden they go completely off the chain and do this shit.
DFS.
DFS.
Jugendstil
Member
I thought Frame Gride had decent art direction, it was sorta Five Star Stories-esque.
And yes, Otogi 2 is awesomeness. I like all of the characters too, they're all fun for different reasons.
And yes, Otogi 2 is awesomeness. I like all of the characters too, they're all fun for different reasons.
gunstarhero
Member
waiting for my lame ass Blockbuster to get it in....
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Mrbob said:
No, but it's worth every penny. It's about 10x the game the first was. Presentation is second to none...but now the combat is fantastic.
DarkGiygas
Member
Ugh, got Halo 2 preordered, I completely forgot about Otogi 2 coming out when I did it. 
One level you'll be standing around on a boat, trying not to let it sink. The next you'll be running your fastest through a narrow path to make it to the end before dying. After that, you'll be chased by a gigantic insect towards the screen. And then there's the one where you're following a light and can't leave it alone for too long or it'll die. Also, of course, the one where you're supposed to smash pillars in the water while the water kills you.RiZ III said:
I mean, it's fine if you don't like the game, but please don't let your ass do the talking for you.
CrimsonSkies
Member
I rented it. Beautiful game, but the camera is just horrible. I mean if anyone can play and love Otogi 2 and complain about Ninja Gaiden's camera then I have to laugh.
MrAngryFace
Banned
Ok, camera bitching, control bitching, get a grip.
Next, slow motion. The combat in Otogi 2 is all about grace. It was an amazing experience weaving through enemies and their assaults with a grace that only comes from a warrior with true skill. Putting them down is equally fun.
Like its look, the combat in Otogi 2 is art.
Next, slow motion. The combat in Otogi 2 is all about grace. It was an amazing experience weaving through enemies and their assaults with a grace that only comes from a warrior with true skill. Putting them down is equally fun.
Like its look, the combat in Otogi 2 is art.
MrAngryFace
Banned
Its like how mario is all about jumping! wtf?! Or halo is all about shooting, or etc etc....
Well, after reading this thead, I played the Otogi 2 demo. It looks pretty, that is for sure. But it feels like Otogi. And for me that is not a good thing. It's not that the gameplay is horrible. But I just hate the way the character attacks. Maybe it's too much Ninja Gaiden playing, I dunno, but when I attack in Otogi 2 it just feels so slow and I hate it. Still fun to bash enemies into different structures and have them crumble.
I have the same mindsight in Dynasty Warriors/Samurai Warriors. I need to use characters that can strike fast. I hate using the big bulking characters that move slow and attack slow. I noticed a character selection screen in Otogi. I might have to see if a different character suits my needs better.
I have the same mindsight in Dynasty Warriors/Samurai Warriors. I need to use characters that can strike fast. I hate using the big bulking characters that move slow and attack slow. I noticed a character selection screen in Otogi. I might have to see if a different character suits my needs better.
MrAngryFace
Banned
The demo levels are the games absolute weakest, the statue level just feels so fucking epic.
No game is for everyone, just a shame people miss out on seeing some of the later levels.
No game is for everyone, just a shame people miss out on seeing some of the later levels.
MrAngryFace
Banned
briefcasemanx said:
No, I dont want a person like you playing it.
TekunoRobby
Tag of Excellence
Damn my iron clad budget, I'll see what I can do this month to squeeze it in. MAF you are the enemy of my wallet!
MrAngryFace
Banned
Tek: Good choice!
Drinky Crow
Banned
Love this game. I actually skipped election coverage just to knock demons around. And yeah, that spider boss fight rocks.
RAIKOH/SUETAKE 2008
RAIKOH/SUETAKE 2008
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Mzo said:
Then you should just trade it in for this one!
carbonbased
Member
Now this is a MAF topic I can agree with.
I still don't own the game.
Well, like I said to RiZ... It's fine if you don't like it. I just can't stand when people throw out "repetetive" like some kinda buzz word. I feel like it's one of those things people think sounds like a smart thing to say, yet they have no idea what they're talking about. (Not referring specifically to you, dark.)dark10x said:
I'd say the game isn't different enough, as the engine and fundamental basics are still the same, but perhaps you'll click with the various characters and stuff. If you didn't absolutely despise the first one, at least give #2 a rental and see. Seeing all the purty graphics should be motivation enough for at least a rental!
aku:jiki said:Well, like I said to RiZ... It's fine if you don't like it. I just can't stand when people throw out "repetetive" like some kinda buzz word. I feel like it's one of those things people think sounds like a smart thing to say, yet they have no idea what they're talking about. (Not referring specifically to you, dark.)
I'd say the game isn't different enough, as the engine and fundamental basics are still the same, but perhaps you'll click with the various characters and stuff. If you didn't absolutely despise the first one, at least give #2 a rental and see. Seeing all the purty graphics should be motivation enough for at least a rental!
I know what I'm talking about with the original game. It wasn't awful or anything, but each mission simply lacked something and it never managed to pull me in. I found myself completing segments simply to see the next set of visuals.
I suppose I simply expected something else and was disappointed when it failed to deliver.
Perhaps I might be able to enjoy the sequel more due to lower expectations? Who knows...
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I don't know if you would enjoy it, but I know that beyond the beautiful presentation I got pretty sick of part 1. With part 2, the battling is not a chore, and I think it has to do with better levels, slightly less roaming camera and a less intensive requirement for "charging" your life meter. Those small things made a huge difference. Also, the new characters honestly feel different to me. The beauty of the game now adds to the gameplay rather than offering a contrast to it.
Mermandala
Member
I'm pretty biased when it comes to games that have animate vegetable matter -- Deku Scrub > Link -- but...
FLYING. TREE. GUY! is the new Treesus Christ.
FLYING. TREE. GUY! is the new Treesus Christ.
Drinky Crow
Banned
Suetake is the flora all men aspire to be. Man, things would be a LOT different if I had my own Chaos Wheel.