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I'm going to pass on this one. From what I've seen it looks like it'll fix some of the things wrong with the first one. I won't get it because the camera effects -- like the constant shaking and moving around made me feel dizzy when I watched a gameplay video. First time that's ever happened to me with a videogame.
While the shooting and cover mechanics are vastly improved in this sequel, they still feel quite dated in comparison to the bigger and better third-person cover games on the market.
I'm glad the hit detection has been improved, though, as it was one of my biggest complaints in the original.
One thing that annoys me is the visual filter. I'd love to have the ability to turn it off. It's a cool effect for a few minutes, but then it just makes the display look ugly and muddy.
Also, the sub-HD resolution doesn't help. This game doesn't run at native 720p, so it has a sub-HD look to it (i.e. slightly more washed out in comparison to games that run at native HD resolutions). Alan Wake and Splinter Cell: Conviction also fall victim to a sub-HD resolution, but at least both of those games are pretty graphically outstanding most of the time.
I understand that the filter hides what is otherwise a very dated game, especially in texture quality, but I'd much prefer seeing the dated visuals instead of having the annoying filter. Sure, it looks edgy. Sure, it preys on the new generation who love crap like Cloverfield. However, I like to see a clear and crisp image, not a messy mess of messiness.
Other than that, it was a standard third-person shooter. It's not excellent, it's not bad. It's somewhere inbetween, though.
However, Kane & Lynch are still great characters, so I expect the story to carry this one through.
I'm glad the hit detection has been improved, though, as it was one of my biggest complaints in the original.
One thing that annoys me is the visual filter. I'd love to have the ability to turn it off. It's a cool effect for a few minutes, but then it just makes the display look ugly and muddy.
Also, the sub-HD resolution doesn't help. This game doesn't run at native 720p, so it has a sub-HD look to it (i.e. slightly more washed out in comparison to games that run at native HD resolutions). Alan Wake and Splinter Cell: Conviction also fall victim to a sub-HD resolution, but at least both of those games are pretty graphically outstanding most of the time.
I understand that the filter hides what is otherwise a very dated game, especially in texture quality, but I'd much prefer seeing the dated visuals instead of having the annoying filter. Sure, it looks edgy. Sure, it preys on the new generation who love crap like Cloverfield. However, I like to see a clear and crisp image, not a messy mess of messiness.
Other than that, it was a standard third-person shooter. It's not excellent, it's not bad. It's somewhere inbetween, though.
However, Kane & Lynch are still great characters, so I expect the story to carry this one through.
Yes, if the online is anything like the first, I cant wait. Robbing banks and shooting your associates has never been so much fun.
The game doesn't look bad to me, even with the effects filter. When the grain goes away when you walk into better lighting situations, grain clears up and the picture's fine. It's not the best looking game, but it's way far from looking bad.
Although, I already think the use of the "handycam" filter is fucking brilliant. Just need that PC demo to see if I can run it.
Although, I already think the use of the "handycam" filter is fucking brilliant. Just need that PC demo to see if I can run it.
I got too much on my plate right now. I'm finishing up Folklore, Heavy Rain, Red Dead and Bayonetta and I haven't even touched my Yakuza 3 yet. I recently picked up Transformers and Lost Planet 2 which I beat but I'm still having fun with online vs and co-op. I'm playing through Bioshock again and there's always Bad Company 2. It's gonna have to wait until about September or so.
I got too much on my plate right now. I'm finishing up Folklore, Heavy Rain, Red Dead and Bayonetta and I haven't even touched my Yakuza 3 yet. I recently picked up Transformers and Lost Planet 2 which I beat but I'm still having fun with online vs and co-op. I'm playing through Bioshock again and there's always Bad Company 2. It's gonna have to wait until about September or so.
Moar RDR DLC in august so I'll probably wait to see this one used. Unless I have a few friends playing it online.
Loved the demo so this is pretty much a definite for me.
Also I picked up the first game in the recent steam sales. I really don't understand the hate. It's a flawed game but so much better than what I'd been expecting.
Also I picked up the first game in the recent steam sales. I really don't understand the hate. It's a flawed game but so much better than what I'd been expecting.
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I don't know why that happens sometimes but I doubt its the first time you've seen accidental double-post on Dtoid comments. Funny comment though.
I don't know why that happens sometimes but I doubt its the first time you've seen accidental double-post on Dtoid comments. Funny comment though.
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