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Which to get?
TriplZer0 | 6:46 PM on 07.26.2009 17 comments


So I'm not really in to 2D fighters but BlazBlue and KoF XII have been getting good reviews and lots of hype. Both
of them sound interesting and I'm actually considering maybe getting one of them. The question is, which one?
They're both kind of similar and both very different. I've read the d-toid reviews for both games and still can't
decide. I was hoping to get some opinions from the d-toid community to help me out.

So which should I get, King of Fighters XII or BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger? (I have a ps3)

Thanks d-toiders.



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Daxelman's Avatar - Comment posted on 07/26/2009 19:20
Daxelman
I haven't played KoF in a while, but the game itself is fun, from what I remember. I trust SNK to make fun stuff.

I've heard both games are easy to get into, but KoF requires a bit less to start hammerin' mofo's.

Both Art styles are fucking beautiful. Equally.

I really don't know what to tell you. I'd try and see If I could test run each before making the big decision.
Jonathan Holmes's Avatar - Comment posted on 07/26/2009 19:34
Jonathan Holmes
I think they are pretty different games, and that your tastes in games can easily guide you on this one.

What do you like more, semi-realistic 2D fighters like Street Fighter, or totally insane fighters like the Vs. series, Dalkstalkers and Guilty Gear?

What do you like more, sprite based 2D graphics, or scanned-in HD artwork?

How much do you care about a big roster?

How much do you care about story?

Do you prefer playing a game with familiar characters and mechanics, or do you want a game that's all new all over?

Answer those questions, and you'll know which one to buy. If you still can't decide, I'll tell you that KoF XIII is almost a sure thing, while BlazBlue 2 isn't quite as certain, so if you want to grab one while you still can, I'd go with BlazBlue.
Kyle MacGregor's Avatar - Comment posted on 07/26/2009 19:39
Kyle MacGregor
Did you start using Chrome?

I don't know a lot about either title but BlazBlue looks really sick and seems to have generated a lot more buzz around the site than KOFXII.
Niero's Avatar - Comment posted on 07/26/2009 20:11
Niero
You mean which to get FIRST :) Both are excellent
Pure Poison 1's Avatar - Comment posted on 07/26/2009 20:32
Pure Poison 1
I was wondering the same thing. I want to import one of them soon but couldn't decide - am thinking I might go with BlazBlue first.
Mentok the Mindtaker's Avatar - Comment posted on 07/26/2009 20:51
Mentok the Mindtaker
Simple solution!

Sell a kidney

Buy both

Add me to your friends list

PSN: Bahhar
DaedHead8's Avatar - Comment posted on 07/26/2009 21:09
DaedHead8
What Niero said. And personally I'm went with BlazBlue first for one reason, the amount of single player content. KoF12 seems like it would be awesome if you had a few buddies IRL to play with, but if you're relying on online and singleplayer to get your kicks, I think BlazBlue is the place to be.
Chris Carter's Avatar - Comment posted on 07/26/2009 21:34
Chris Carter
Go with Blazblue first in my opinion.

My reasoning is because while the hype is high for BB at the moment, it won't be going as long as KOFXII's will. Meaning, for now, you'll have a larger community to fight with in BB, but you can be rest assured that in months you can pick up KOFXII and still find plenty of matches.

I also prefer Blazblue as a game because I think the characters, soundtrack and single player options are WIN.
Xhumation's Avatar - Comment posted on 07/26/2009 21:38
Xhumation
as much as I love KOF. I have to say Blazblue, there's just more content in the disc.
Bob Muir's Avatar - Comment posted on 07/26/2009 22:03
Bob Muir
If you're a casual fighting game fan, you might be more impressed by BlazBlue (since the production values are so high), so from what I've played (i.e. none of KoFXII), I'd recommend BlazBlue. The terminology makes no sense, but you'll probably enjoy it.

Also, forums are that way.
Drachula64's Avatar - Comment posted on 07/26/2009 22:17
Drachula64
I actually hated BlazBlue, but that could be because I hated the Guilty Gear series. KoF XII looks pretty neat, especially if it plays like the old school titles. But then again, there's NO MAI!!!
flaming burrito's Avatar - Comment posted on 07/26/2009 23:01
flaming burrito
Easy, get both. ;P

Seriously though, i haven't played KOF12 yet, but from waht I hear of it I am very excited about getting it. Blazblue is awesome.
JACK of No Trades's Avatar - Comment posted on 07/26/2009 23:26
JACK of No Trades
There is a ton of polish in Blaz Blue. The gameplay and visuals are extremely impressive. Its has a deep fighting engine and unique design. KoF12 doesnt hold a candle to it. If you want the same old shit get KoF12.
pixelpunx's Avatar - Comment posted on 07/27/2009 01:59
pixelpunx
Street Fighter 2!!!
TriplZer0's Avatar - Comment posted on 07/27/2009 02:48
TriplZer0
Thanks for the input guys. Right now I'm leaning more towards BlazBlue because of the higher production values and over the top style of fighting. Personally, I didn't really like Street Fighter 2 and I get my ass handed to me when I play my roommate, so it looks like BB might be a better choice.

@Cad - Yeah I got Chrome. For me it runs faster than Firefox.
Kyle MacGregor's Avatar - Comment posted on 07/27/2009 09:35
Kyle MacGregor
@Triple
Try posting blogs in Firefox still though, for whatever reason it messes around with the spacing of lines and whatnot regardless of how it looks when you're about to post it.
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