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[Salaadin]

Anyone else still getting the LE?

Pretty excited about picking mine up after class tomorrow.

Yes. Im stoked for it...the artbook especially. I already own the soundtrack.

gotta get her alt outfit every playthrough no exceptions

Lol, same here.

Poor girl is probably burnt to crisp by now.

And by play I mean actually playing AS her in the game of course.

Ken is a character in the game but you dont play as her.



Has Zoradius been confirmed for this? I dont see why it wouldnt be there but Im just wondering.

 

[HardRojo]

I'm still on the fence about this, I had decided I'd wait for the PS3 version to drop down to $20 before purchasing but now I'm tempted again, by the way I read something about the game using the analog triggers on the Dualshock, is this something the PS3 version has over the 360 one?

 

[Ridley327]

Has Zoradius been confirmed for this? I dont see why it wouldnt be there but Im just wondering.

I was under the impression that ZOE2 had everything that the Special Edition release had, so that would include Zoradius. Of course, that was in the original release of the game, so there's no reason why it shouldn't show up in any case.

 

[Salaadin]

I was under the impression that ZOE2 had everything that the Special Edition release had, so that would include Zoradius. Of course, that was in the original release of the game, so there's no reason why it shouldn't show up in any case.

Thats what Im thinking as well.

I never did go back and complete all those Extra Missions. Might have to do that this time around.

 

[Korigama]

I'm still on the fence about this, I had decided I'd wait for the PS3 version to drop down to $20 before purchasing but now I'm tempted again, by the way I read something about the game using the analog triggers on the Dualshock, is this something the PS3 version has over the 360 one?

The analog pressure functions of the face buttons on the Dual Shock, specifically (which the 360 controller doesn't have). It was a factor with the PS2 original as well.

Yeah pressure sensitive presses were mostly tied to subweapons.(pressing hard tightened the cone of fire on Phlanx and fired more missiles on H.Missiles.)

 

[Ridley327]

I just checked the trophy list; Zoradius is DEFINITELY in the game.

And in case someone asks, yes, there is also a trophy for getting Ken's alternate outfit.

 

[donkey show]

No Ken's Boobies jokes?

My cockpit is ready.

So this Ken...you can play with her right?

And by play I mean actually playing AS her in the game of course.

Well, if you count the multiplayer mode, then yes!

That's still in right? I remember Vic Viper being way OP because of its options.

 

[Esura]

Yes. Im stoked for it...the artbook especially. I already own the soundtrack.


Lol, same here.

Poor girl is probably burnt to crisp by now.



Ken is a character in the game but you dont play as her.



Has Zoradius been confirmed for this? I dont see why it wouldnt be there but Im just wondering.

So whats the point of her having an alt outfit? Is it....sexy?

My cockpit is ready.

Gonna be one hell of a ride.

 

[Ridley327]

So whats the point of her having an alt outfit? Is it....sexy?



Gonna be one hell of a ride.

Well, sexy is the wrong phrase to use for her outfit; let's say that it's less restrictive.

 

[HardRojo]

The analog pressure functions of the face buttons on the Dual Shock, specifically (which the 360 controller doesn't have). It was a factor with the PS2 original as well.

Ah I see, thanks, I think I'll wait till I see the PS3 version running in person and then read some reviews and opinions about it before I make my decision.

 

[Esura]

Well, sexy is the wrong phrase to use for her outfit; let's say that it's less restrictive.

Ah, I YT it.

I'm kind of underwhelmed now. Expecting a bikini.

 

[Ridley327]

Ah, I YT it.

I'm kind of underwhelmed now. Expecting a bikini.

Good luck finding a bikini to fit those ballistics.

 

[FallingEdge]

Forgot that I preordered the PS3 LE. I might just get the regular 360 version and keep the PS3 version sealed.

 

[Salaadin]

So whats the point of her having an alt outfit? Is it....sexy?

Its just a fun thing to do that results in her wearing, well, less.
In all honesty, you probably see more in her regular outfit because of how tight it is.

 

[Shadow2222]

Hmmm. Anybody familiar with Gamestop.com shipping process? How long does it usually take for a preorder to ship?

I just preordered the 360 LE from Gamestop yesterday, but I'm afraid it will take forever to ship out.

I have an opportunity to preorder regular 360 edition from Newegg for $29.99 (here is the promo code BTEJNHA33), but it will ship with regular shipping rather than their UPS 3 day.

Not sure which one to get.

 

[Esura]

Good luck finding a bikini to fit those ballistics.

She got some G cups.

Its just a fun thing to do that results in her wearing, well, less.
In all honesty, you probably see more in her regular outfit because of how tight it is.

How do you go about doing it? Killing robots at a certain amount of time or something?

 

[Y2Kev]

Is the soundtrack in the LE a real soundtrack or a "sampler" aka 3 track sound track?

 

[Ridley327]

She got some G cups.



How do you go about doing it? Killing robots at a certain amount of time or something?

G for Goddamn!, no doubt.

 

[donkey show]

How do you go about doing it? Killing robots at a certain amount of time or something?

Spoiler time I guess:

Spoiler

When you have to "escort" her to the top of a corridor, grab her Orbital Frame and descend towards the molten lava at the bottom of the level and go very close to it. She'll start to complain about it and once she does that several times, you will have unlocked it.

You can also see how it's done here near the end of this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aSBfcofbr7k

 

[Salaadin]

She got some G cups.



How do you go about doing it? Killing robots at a certain amount of time or something?

Minor spoilers if you care:

Spoiler

At one point, something happens where you have to carry her over some lava. If you descend close enough to the lava, she will comment on how hot it is. Do that a few times and the next scene, youll see her in the secret outfit.

EDIT: Damnit, donkey show. I will have my revenge!

Is the soundtrack in the LE a real soundtrack or a "sampler" aka 3 track sound track?

My assumption is that its a "best of" compilation of the two games but I really have no idea. I really dont see them including a full soundtrack for both games in there.

 

[Retro_]

Is the soundtrack in the LE a real soundtrack or a "sampler" aka 3 track sound track?

From what I heard it's either the Remix soundtrack sold separately from the release in japan

Eshericks Remix - Beyond the Bounds feat K Á RYYN
URAKEN DJ Remix - - Ardjet
Wrexx Remix - County Vacilia
firework DJs Remix - Chaotic Fight
Specimen A Remix - - Train
DJ URAKEN Remix - - (The Earth Light) City
Smooth Remix - - Leo Leo
Wall5 Remix - VR
arousal Mix - - ALOIVIA
LED STYLE MIX - - ​​Final Battle
Evocation Mix - - Space Compression
Wall5 Remix - - GLOBAL
Sota Fujimori Remix - (Vivid Transparency) Factory

or the REBOOT soundtrack included in the japanese premium package

ZONE OF THE ENDERS ReBOOT EDITION（CD）
001　KISS ME SUNLIGHTS /?Heart of Air
002　flowing destiny / 堀澤麻衣子
003　希望という名の光（セルヴィスのテーマ） / ?堀澤麻衣子
004　Beyond the Bounds (Full Version) / 木村真紀
005　Beyond the Bounds, (Mitsuto Suzuki 020203 Mix feat.Sana)
006　Jehuty - Vivid Transparency, (Daigo Kawai Remix)
007　Ardjet (DJ URAKEN Remix)
008　ADA －Talk Log－ ※ボーナストラック…ADA（CV：芳野美樹）録り下ろし音声

 

[dan2026]

Wow its cut and dry between the PS3 and 360 versions this time.

The 360 is running about 15 to 20fps higher in most situations.

Way to go Konami....

The 360 seems to be running about 45fps and the PS3 at about 30fps.
That's kinda awful.

 

[donkey show]

EDIT: Damnit, donkey show. I will have my revenge!

THIS IS THE WILL OF METATRON! :O

 

[SkyOdin]

Re: Analog Buttons in ZOE2.

While people have mentioned here and elsewhere that sub-weapons used the analog button function in ZOE2, the basic shooting attack did as well. If you tapped the square button lightly, you would get a rapid-barrage of small shots. If you pressed the button firmly, you would get a slower rate of fire with stronger, larger shots. I don't think it modified the slashes though.

 

[Salaadin]

From what I heard it's either the Remix soundtrack sold separately from the release in japan



or the REBOOT soundtrack included in the japanese premium package

Well, at least they both have Beyond the Bounds. Itd be a crime to not include that.

 

[Eusis]

Wow its cut and dry between the PS3 and 360 versions this time.

The 360 is running about 15 to 20fps higher in most situations.

Way to go Konami....

The 360 seems to be running about 45fps and the PS3 at about 30fps.
That's kinda awful.

Until you factor in the possibility the PS3 may have a gameplay feature the 360 controller can't support. Until we have a clear word on that I'm waiting (and possibly even past then, depending on the LE situation).

 

[Lé Blade Runner]

Dear Lord that Collector's Edition looks tempting!

 

[SkylineRKR]

bah, the Ps3 shouldn't have the worst version of a Ps2 port. This is ridiculous.

This video makes me reconsider. I really wanted it, but this doesn't look like the proper experience.

 

[Tain]

Clearly the 360 version is running better than the PS3 version, but how much more consistent is the PS2 version than the 360 version? I haven't played much of ZoE 2, but I remember it being pretty consistent. Certainly smoother than the 360 footage of this.

 

[Eusis]

bah, the Ps3 shouldn't have the worst version of a Ps2 port. This is ridiculous.

I hate when it happens, but sometimes it really is just because of the technical differences. I imagine Silent Hill however could've been equal at least on PS3 had it been done by a better developer.

 

[Delusibeta]

Release Dates:
JP - October 25, 2012
NA - October 30, 2012
EU - TBA

I realise that it has to be in multiple languages, but surely they can recycle the work they did in the original release?

 

[Ken]

huh

So is the 360 port okay?

 

[TheSpoiler]

huh

So is the 360 port okay?

Not okay, just slightly better than the PS3 version.

Which doesn't matter if we get lucky and throws us a patch. But who knows about that.

 

[Lumpy Onion]

Gonna pick up the PS3 version tomorrow. I own ZOE 1&2 on the PS2, but never made it very far in either. ZOE2 on normal was pretty brutal. So much so that I quit after dying 20 times on a boss. iirc easy was the Japanese version's normal, so I am going with that. Maybe i'll try normal on replay.

 

[Ken]

Not okay, just slightly better than the PS3 version.

Which doesn't matter if we get lucky and throws us a patch. But who knows about that.

So it's not good then hmm.

 

[sixteen-bit]

Gonna pick up the PS3 version tomorrow. I own ZOE 1&2 on the PS2, but never made it very far in either. ZOE2 on normal was pretty brutal. So much so that I quit after dying 20 times on a boss. iirc easy was the Japanese version's normal, so I am going with that. Maybe i'll try normal on replay.

And maybe the slowdown in this version will make everything easier.

 

[Vercimber]

Went ahead and reconsidered and snagged the Xbox 360 ver. off of Newegg with a coupon. Damn it, I wanted it on PS3. Weird how certain games feel "wrong" for certain systems. Bah, whatever. As for whether the 360 port is up to par with the PS2 ver based on evidence we have: I just played through the PS2 version, and while it does hit that buttery smooth 60fps often, its frame dips are dramatic, going into SotC-like single digits at times. The frame data we have on both HD collections suggests this isn't the case. But the Xbox 360 performance appears markedly better.

 

[Eusis]

Gonna pick up the PS3 version tomorrow. I own ZOE 1&2 on the PS2, but never made it very far in either. ZOE2 on normal was pretty brutal. So much so that I quit after dying 20 times on a boss. iirc easy was the Japanese version's normal, so I am going with that. Maybe i'll try normal on replay.

God damn, I remember trying ZoE2 in a rental on normal and barely made any headway, figures it was because of that. Tuned it down to Easy and was able to rip through it, albeit STILL with some difficulty.

Figures that Konami and Capcom kept their "crank up all the difficulties!" habits even into that generation, though I guess it serves no point today.

 

[MechaX]

Clearly the 360 version is running better than the PS3 version, but how much more consistent is the PS2 version than the 360 version? I haven't played much of ZoE 2, but I remember it being pretty consistent. Certainly smoother than the 360 footage of this.

It hit 60 fps more often sure, but it wasn't consistent in doing so. If anything, the beginning of ZOE2 runs pretty consistently; the later sections of the game start hitting like single digit framerates at times.

Also, I think I'll pick up the PS3 LE at the AssCreed 3 Midnight launch tonight. I will be able to tell you if the pressure sensitive button presses made it in. If it didn't, either the game is going to have to make the game register every button press as a hard press, or a lot of stuff is going to be near useless (won't be able to multilock all that well or as fast, will only be able to use two homing missiles at a time as opposed to 10 [this makes a big difference], halberd won't be as good, and phalanx will essentially be useless).

 

[Eusis]

It hit 60 fps more often sure, but it wasn't consistent in doing so. If anything, the beginning of ZOE2 runs pretty consistently; the later sections of the game start hitting like single digit framerates at times.

Also, I think I'll pick up the PS3 LE at the AssCreed 3 Midnight launch tonight. I will be able to tell you if the pressure sensitive button presses made it in. If it didn't, either the game is going to have to make the game register every button press as a hard press, or a lot of stuff is going to be near useless (won't be able to multilock all that well or as fast, will only be able to use two homing missiles at a time as opposed to 10 [this makes a big difference], halberd won't be as good, and phalanx will essentially be useless).

I would assume/hope that with stuff like this it defaults to Hard. If they DIDN'T do that, yeah, that'd seal it on the question of port quality.

 

[Mechazawa]

Also, I think I'll pick up the PS3 LE at the AssCreed 3 Midnight launch tonight. I will be able to tell you if the pressure sensitive button presses made it in. If it didn't, either the game is going to have to make the game register every button press as a hard press, or a lot of stuff is going to be near useless (won't be able to multilock all that well or as fast, will only be able to use two homing missiles at a time as opposed to 10 [this makes a big difference], halberd won't be as good, and phalanx will essentially be useless).

Oh wow, this was stuff I was unaware of.

Yeah, get on that asap for us man. Will dictate whether or not I pass on the game.

 

[MrBS]

Needs more Revengeance

I played a fair bit of the demo for the first game back in the day but never got around to playing either game proper so it will be interesting to go through these now. That is once I'm done with Revengeance.

 

[Teknoman]

I'll be waiting patiently for PS3 LE impressions. Not going to a midnight, so i've got time.

 

[The End]

It hit 60 fps more often sure, but it wasn't consistent in doing so. If anything, the beginning of ZOE2 runs pretty consistently; the later sections of the game start hitting like single digit framerates at times.

Also, I think I'll pick up the PS3 LE at the AssCreed 3 Midnight launch tonight. I will be able to tell you if the pressure sensitive button presses made it in. If it didn't, either the game is going to have to make the game register every button press as a hard press, or a lot of stuff is going to be near useless (won't be able to multilock all that well or as fast, will only be able to use two homing missiles at a time as opposed to 10 [this makes a big difference], halberd won't be as good, and phalanx will essentially be useless).

FYI, that was fallback behavior in the original. If you played with a Dualshock 1 (no pressure sensitive buttons), it would register each press at max pressure. I'm pretty sure this was mandated by Sony, I remember similar behavior in Dynasty Warriors 3 and GT3.

 

[cj_iwakura]

"Jehuty in '1080p' " has my vote.

Also PMed.

 

[Liquidus]

My KonamiStyle Premium Package should be here this week and my Limited Editions tomorrow. So excite!

 

[CronosBlade]

Hmmm, anyone's actually ship from Amazon?

 

[lazybones18]

Hmmm, anyone's actually ship from Amazon?

Not yet, credit is still over the limit

 

[CronosBlade]

Interesting, my Ragnarok Odyssey for Vita is also still in preorder and not shipped. Welp, guess I won't be playing them tomorrow unless something magical happens in the next few hrs.

Ten again, can't recall seeing release date shipping on them.

 

[iamvin22]

buying used. high voltage does not deserve my moniez.