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  • Jason P
    Jason P Posts: 19,289
    My jaw dropped when I left the sewers!  I was expecting a graphics upgrade but this looks as good as Kingdom Come II.  The speed FPS is a big change ... I didn't realize it until now, but the original game didn't have a sprint button (back in my day, we had to walk 5 miles thru the snow to school without a sprint button, kids!)

    I'm playing a Breton from Systres with Assassin Class and Thief Birth sign.  A wood elf would be the logical choice, but I played one 20 years ago and those short bastards are always looking up someones crotch.  Last time my main character was a high elf with Atronic Birthsign which has great bonus but you need use potions to charge magic instead of it auto regenerating.

    Big Tip ... don't tell Jauffre to wait somewhere and then play the game over a three year span and expect to find that motherfucker when you decide you want to play the main quest.  I had to start over to finish the main quest!
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  • MayDay10
    MayDay10 Posts: 11,852
    edited April 28
    Expedition 33 is amazing.

    Not sure i have ever been this mesmerized by a video game plot and atmosphere

    The turn based fighting with a few real-time elements is well done too.


    Go play this now!!!  Early game of the year favorite.  I don't think anybody has turned video games on it's ear like this since bioshock.  
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  • Rygar
    Rygar Posts: 8,711
    Jason P said:
    My jaw dropped when I left the sewers!  I was expecting a graphics upgrade but this looks as good as Kingdom Come II.  The speed FPS is a big change ... I didn't realize it until now, but the original game didn't have a sprint button (back in my day, we had to walk 5 miles thru the snow to school without a sprint button, kids!)

    I'm playing a Breton from Systres with Assassin Class and Thief Birth sign.  A wood elf would be the logical choice, but I played one 20 years ago and those short bastards are always looking up someones crotch.  Last time my main character was a high elf with Atronic Birthsign which has great bonus but you need use potions to charge magic instead of it auto regenerating.

    Big Tip ... don't tell Jauffre to wait somewhere and then play the game over a three year span and expect to find that motherfucker when you decide you want to play the main quest.  I had to start over to finish the main quest!
    There wasn't a sprint in the original? I'm glad I don't remember that.
    I've spent the last four hours of play time working on unlocking the cure for vampirism questline haha.

    I also picked a Breton this run, I think I chose a Battlemage and I forget what sign I chose. Probably thief as well.
  • MayDay10
    MayDay10 Posts: 11,852
    Nobody has attended the Gommage yet?
  • nautical_disaster
    nautical_disaster Posts: 348
    MayDay10 said:
    Expedition 33 is amazing.

    Not sure i have ever been this mesmerized by a video game plot and atmosphere

    The turn based fighting with a few real-time elements is well done too.


    Go play this now!!!  Early game of the year favorite.  I don't think anybody has turned video games on it's ear like this since bioshock.  

    Getting it this weekend! Can't wait :)

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  • nautical_disaster
    nautical_disaster Posts: 348
    For those of you who haven't tried the latest AC yet...it's solid. I would put it third all time in the AC catalog behind Odyssey and Black Flag. Might be the prettiest AC game yet. As far as the game itself, Assassin's Creed is the ACDC of the video game world - you basically know what you get when you play that game. The switching of characters is a fun twist, especially if you get tired of sneaking or vice versa. 

    (2000) Mansfield I, Mansfield II (2003) Montreal (2005) Montreal, Ottawa (2006) Albany (2008) Montreal I + II (EV) (2022) Québec City


  • MayDay10
    MayDay10 Posts: 11,852
    Expedition 33 has taken all my free gaming time, but meanwhile, I did play Oblivion.  It was good and would have kept at it if it werent for the Gommage.  

    I also grabbed a Steam Deck OLED.  100% pleased with it so far.  Got a nice skin and case for it as well.  It is a retro game powerhouse and I also have played some of my steam library on it.  I got it with the understanding that I am not going to play the newest super heavy AAA action titles on it (Im normally not a huge fan of those, and would play those on my consoles anyway).  I have my Factorio, got Lumines, Skyrim so far.  Going to try to see how Civilization 4 is on it. 
    It is a very impressive machine though.  GREAT screen.
  • Kat
    Kat Posts: 4,955
    Jason P said:
    My jaw dropped when I left the sewers!  I was expecting a graphics upgrade but this looks as good as Kingdom Come II.  The speed FPS is a big change ... I didn't realize it until now, but the original game didn't have a sprint button (back in my day, we had to walk 5 miles thru the snow to school without a sprint button, kids!)

    I'm playing a Breton from Systres with Assassin Class and Thief Birth sign.  A wood elf would be the logical choice, but I played one 20 years ago and those short bastards are always looking up someones crotch.  Last time my main character was a high elf with Atronic Birthsign which has great bonus but you need use potions to charge magic instead of it auto regenerating.

    Big Tip ... don't tell Jauffre to wait somewhere and then play the game over a three year span and expect to find that motherfucker when you decide you want to play the main quest.  I had to start over to finish the main quest!

    Breton with the Thief birthsign....Jinx!  :) It's so beautiful. Hard to believe it's been 20 years. Have fun. 

    Falling down,...not staying down
  • MayDay10
    MayDay10 Posts: 11,852
    What is people's take on looking up things online?  

    I remember as an 80s and 90s kid.  Not having internet.  You would have to grind out games, sometimes shitty games, and figure things out on your own.  Draw maps and take notes sometimes.  You would have to talk to other kids on the bus or at lunch and share information.  That was great.

    But now, you can look online for the best/easiest stategies, maps, item location, etc.  Being a working stiff with kids it is a timesaver, but it feels like it ruins the experience a bit.  


  • Vitalogensia
    Vitalogensia Posts: 2,196
    MayDay10 said:
    What is people's take on looking up things online?  

    I remember as an 80s and 90s kid.  Not having internet.  You would have to grind out games, sometimes shitty games, and figure things out on your own.  Draw maps and take notes sometimes.  You would have to talk to other kids on the bus or at lunch and share information.  That was great.

    But now, you can look online for the best/easiest stategies, maps, item location, etc.  Being a working stiff with kids it is a timesaver, but it feels like it ruins the experience a bit.  


    There were also game books/magazines and hot lines you could call for help in the golden age, so I feel like seeking help is okay. I try to figure things out, but if I start getting frustrated to the point of not enjoying the experience, I don’t mind looking online for answers. Life is too short and there are too many games in line to play to waste energy. 
  • Rygar
    Rygar Posts: 8,711
    MayDay10 said:
    What is people's take on looking up things online?  

    I remember as an 80s and 90s kid.  Not having internet.  You would have to grind out games, sometimes shitty games, and figure things out on your own.  Draw maps and take notes sometimes.  You would have to talk to other kids on the bus or at lunch and share information.  That was great.

    But now, you can look online for the best/easiest stategies, maps, item location, etc.  Being a working stiff with kids it is a timesaver, but it feels like it ruins the experience a bit.  


    I usually give things a go for a bit on my own and look it up if I can't figure out whatever it is.
    Some games I am quicker to look up strategies than others. 
  • tempo_n_groove
    tempo_n_groove Posts: 41,340
    Just heard that GTA6 is not coming out until 2026 now.  They said 12 years and a billion plus to make this?  Is that right?
  • Jearlpam0925
    Jearlpam0925 Deep South Philly Posts: 17,518
    I mean I also had a Game Genie and there were magazines so, eh. 
  • Vitalogensia
    Vitalogensia Posts: 2,196
    tempo_n_groove said:
    Just heard that GTA6 is not coming out until 2026 now.  They said 12 years and a billion plus to make this?  Is that right?
    Whatever it is: worth it. That game is going to be killer. 
  • mca47
    mca47 Posts: 13,335
    MayDay10 said:
    What is people's take on looking up things online?  

    I remember as an 80s and 90s kid.  Not having internet.  You would have to grind out games, sometimes shitty games, and figure things out on your own.  Draw maps and take notes sometimes.  You would have to talk to other kids on the bus or at lunch and share information.  That was great.

    But now, you can look online for the best/easiest stategies, maps, item location, etc.  Being a working stiff with kids it is a timesaver, but it feels like it ruins the experience a bit.  


    Depends on the game.  For Elden Ring, I figured out everything on my own my first playthrough.  I spent soooo much time trying to figure things out, but it was worth it to me.
    I'm currently playing the new Assassin's Creed, and i've def looked up some stuff...locations, etc.
  • Jason P
    Jason P Posts: 19,289

    I will put together a strategy on character creation with online resources.  If it’s a game I plan on spending time with and Future Press has a book strategy guide out, I will grab that because their quality is impeccable.  After that, I only use youtube to find hidden loot or to blast thru crappy side missions.

     

    Whatever or however you enjoy to play is in the eye of the beholder.



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  • Jason P
    Jason P Posts: 19,289
    I did pick up MLB the Show on sale over the weekend after skipping last year ...


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  • mca47
    mca47 Posts: 13,335
    Jason P said:
    I did pick up MLB the Show on sale over the weekend after skipping last year ...


    Let us know what you think.  I was a "every year The Show" guy for a while, but haven't gotten one in 3-4 years.
  • MayDay10
    MayDay10 Posts: 11,852
    Anybody jump into Expedition 33 yet?   Im about 1/3 of the way through I think but taking my time and I think I am probably collecting and finding about 95% of things.  The game is tough, but in my opinion it is pretty well balanced so far.  Bosses and some enemies are challenging enough where I need to take a few tries to get past them.  The game also re-starts you just before where you died, so it is not the end of the world.
    You also get items that allow you to reset your character so you can reallocate skill points and re-think your "skills tree".  I really appreciate this now as I learn the mechanics of the game.  

    I don't have too many complaints with it.  There is the lack of a minimap which gets annoying, but also it is nice to be forced to kind of take in the world and get familiarity without just following the map.  I feel like in some of the areas I end up knowing the landmarks and roads better than I know in things like RDR and GTA.  
  • Jason P
    Jason P Posts: 19,289
    MLB the Show 25 is solid, but essentially the same game for the past 6 years.  Basically a PS4 Pro game they keep making minor adjustments too.  There is a new mode in Dynasty that combines elements of Conquest and Showdown that seems to be more fun than playing Showdown.  The good news is that they got rid of the "Sets" that had your team stacked with 99 players on week 1 and they went back to how it was with the innings.  Best thing is the content they deliver throughout the season.
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