The Computer/Console Gaming Thread

[blackoptimus]

(Ravager class) Magical (spells) attacks pushes up the bar but would quickly depletes if it isn't combo'ed with physical attacks...

Whilst (Commando class) physical (weapons) attacks alone won't push the bar up much.

Once enemy is paralyzed, commandos' attack FTW

Try always maintain a Commando in the group

Cheers! Um... how does stagger work? I'm stuck where u need to stagger your enemy in order to win, other wise it will kill you. It's right after the first boss.

[fatbot]

for those with Foxtel, Fox8 have a Xbox 360 program on 3.30am 15/06/10. Something big about the future of Xbox.

[Sleeve]

for those with Foxtel, Fox8 have a Xbox 360 program on 3.30am 15/06/10. Something big about the future of Xbox.

It's their Press Conference from E3. - http://www.kotaku.com.au/2010/06/wat...ive-on-foxtel/

[G1Optimal]

Project natal is far superior and the more accurate progression of the nintendo technology - controller free gaming.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Project_Natal

Thing is, I would rather have a Controller of some sort for games , especially Driving , Controlling Weapons (etc... "Swords/Shields" & "Guns") and Aircraft "More so for Combat Aircraft".

as well, as the feeling of direct control, which Kinect (http://au.xbox360.ign.com/articles/109/1096884p1.html ) "by" the looks of it , will not feel the same.

Although, this is not Real Life , i also prefer it to be similar to real life, as in that it has something physically to control things with.
(etc... i can't imagine people: driving with imaginary Steering Wheels, Brake & Accelerator Pedals, Gear Stick and so on in real life cars and going somewhere, Pretending to pull the trigger to fire an imaginary gun ).... Buttons "or at least 1 Button at an un-preferable minimum" at least is needed for these types of games.

The only thing, i see that the "Kinect" tech is good for is replacing the Mouse and "maybe" Keyboard on things that need them (etc.. PC and maybe later on things like Moblie Phones , Ipad , Itouch).

Sony just played catch up to nintendo.

But, with Better Graphics (which is why, i didn't or plan to get the Nintendo Wii)

Although , i will put up with new things over time ... but, the graphic thing definitely crossed the line, i hardly had to begin with. especially "at the time" a Next Generation One.

for those with Foxtel, Fox8 have a Xbox 360 program on 3.30am 15/06/10. Something big about the future of Xbox.

That shouldn't surprise me...
since "as another poster has posted" they have got a deal with Foxtel to put channels "or" shows over Xbox Live for people with Gold Subscription... and i think you need to be a subscriber for Foxtel as well.

[MV75]

I'm thinking more minority report stuff here, but I do understand what you mean about a controller though when I think of shooters. HOTD overkill is a fantastic wii game with the hand cannon.

But that is also more suited to the ps3 games. They're all shooters, well, quite a lot of the, um, worthwile few games the ps3 has.

[G1Optimal]

I'm thinking more minority report stuff here, but I do understand what you mean about a controller though when I think of shooters. HOTD overkill is a fantastic wii game with the hand cannon.

But that is also more suited to the ps3 games. They're all shooters, well, quite a lot of the, um, worthwile few games the ps3 has.

i could be wrong here..
But i personally, think there needs to be more than 2 senses (Sight & Sound) to play a game and i believe it needs to be at least 3 (Sound, Sight & Touch) In more than just basic ways, especially if you controlling something in a world you are not physically in...

The only thing i can think of, that will be "true" non-controller gaming (i might add 3d as well) would be technology similar to the Holodeck (from Star Trek: The Next Genertion, DS9 & Voyager) and based on those shown it could have the potential of using all 5 senses, not just the main 3 (Sight, Sound and Touch) if not 4 (Smell, which funnily enough should be what they are focusing on rather if not as well, as 3D even though i wouldn't like it on some things.)

[5FDP]

Mortal Kombat 9 (E3) trailer was posted the other day. Gotta say that it looks quite impressive.

It's meant to be a reboot of the series now that the rights to the game have been bought by WB meaning that the story takes place somewhere between MK 1 and 2. It even looks like the old 2D side-scrolling games of old with some very familiar backgrounds.

Release is set for March '11. Can't wait

[MV75]

So it's all been announced. The 3ds was interesting:

Size (when closed): Approximately 5.3 inches wide, 2.9 inches long, 0.8 inches tall.
Weight: Approximately 8 ounces.
Look: Final design is TBA.
Top Screen: 3.53-inch widescreen LCD display, enabling 3D view without the need for special
glasses; with 800x240 pixel resolution (400 pixels are allocated for each eye to
enable 3D viewing).
Touch Screen: 3.02-inch LCD with 320x240 pixel resolution with a touch screen.
Cameras: One inner camera and two outer cameras with 640x480 (0.3 Mega) pixel resolution.
Pre-Installed Software: TBA
Nintendo 3DS Game Card: 2 GB Max. at launch.
Wireless Communication: Can communicate in the 2.4 GHz band. Multiple Nintendo 3DS systems can connect
via a local wireless connection to let users communicate or enjoy competitive game
play. Systems also can connect to LAN access points to access the Internet and
allow people to enjoy games with others. Will support IEEE 802.11 with enhanced
security (WPA/WPA2). Nintendo 3DS hardware is designed so that even when not in
use, it can automatically exchange data with other Nintendo 3DS systems or receive
data via the Internet while in sleep mode.
Game Controls: Touch screen, embedded microphone, A/B/X/Y face buttons, + Control Pad, L/R
buttons, Start and Select buttons, “Slide Pad” that allows 360-degree analog input,
one inner camera, two outer cameras, motion sensor and a gyro sensor.
Other Input Controls: 3D Depth Slider to adjust level of 3D effect (can be scaled back or turned off
completely depending on the preference of the user), Home button to call system
function, Wireless switch to turn off wireless communications (even during game
play), Power button. The telescoping stylus is approximately 4 inches when fully
extended.
Input/Output: A port that accepts both Nintendo 3DS game cards and game cards for the Nintendo
DS™ family of systems, an SD memory card slot, an AC adapter connector, a
charging cradle terminal and a stereo headphone output jack.
Sound: Stereo speakers positioned to the left and right of the top screen.
Battery: Lithium ion battery details TBA.
Languages: TBA
Parental Controls: Parental controls similar to the Nintendo DSi system will be included.

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[1AZRAEL1]

So it's all been announced. The 3ds was interesting:
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Interesting. Not sure if I will upgrade to it yet though.

[i_amtrunks]

e3 Nintendo conference: Rabbids, Kid Icarus, Metroid Other M (old news, but still glad its coming), Donkey Kong Country, Zelda and Kirby games!

Plus Goldeneye re-imaged....

Oh and Marvel vs Capcom 3 for xbox/ps3...