Recent purchases/pre-orders

[Mamba]

What you all got on tap?

I pre-ordered 3 games today.

MLB 2010: The Show - released March 2

Red Dead Redemption - April 27

Madden 11 - August 10

For pre ordering Red Dead and Madden, Amazon.com is giving me back a total of $30 in gift cards for their site as a promotional deal to pre order.

The first two are almost two months apart, so that is nice gives me time to pay one off and save for the next and then August is so far away, I won't have any trouble paying that off.

 

[Moo2K4]

I have Bioshock 2 coming up on Tuesday. I'm stoked for that. The only other game I have on preorder is Splinter Cell: Conviction, which comes out in April. However, with the history of that game, I wouldn't be shocked if it got pushed back again. It's already been delayed 3 times in the last year, why not a 4th?

As for the near future, I'll definitely be putting Fallout: New Vegas on preorder when I'm able to. I looooovvveeedddd Fallout 3 (best game of this gen IMO), so I'm super freaking excited to have a new Fallout game coming this year. I'm also incredibly interested in the new Transformers game based on the teaser trailer I've seen. Red Dead Redemption is also another game that could get added to this list, same with Dead Space 2 and Dead Rising 2. I'm sure there are others that I'm missing too.

And recently, I got Mass Effect 2. I love it, and should be beating it sometime in the next few days. Absolutely phenomenal and really the first must-buy of the year to me.

 

[Colonel Ronan]

bs2

 

[DynastYWarrioR6]

Bioshock 2
Dante's Inferno

Both coming out on Tuesday. Dante's Inferno for PS3 has alot of PS3-exclusive content if you preorder. Bioshock 2 collector's edition is gonna be fucking sick. I cannot wait.

After this I need to preorder Fallout: New Vegas, God of War 3. I'm torn on Super Street Fighter 4 and Resident Evil 5: Gold Edition, I'm hoping they just release the new shit as DLCs seeing as how I have the original games already.

 

[Moo2K4]

Bioshock 2
Dante's Inferno

Both coming out on Tuesday. Dante's Inferno for PS3 has alot of PS3-exclusive content if you preorder. Bioshock 2 collector's edition is gonna be fucking sick. I cannot wait.

After this I need to preorder Fallout: New Vegas, God of War 3. I'm torn on Super Street Fighter 4 and Resident Evil 5: Gold Edition, I'm hoping they just release the new shit as DLCs seeing as how I have the original games already.

I really wouldn't put money in Dante's. The demo was pretty underwhelming and it's gotten mediocre reviews. If you must buy a pure action game and get one now, go for Bayonetta.

 

[DynastYWarrioR6]

I really wouldn't put money in Dante's. The demo was pretty underwhelming and it's gotten mediocre reviews. If you must buy a pure action game and get one now, go for Bayonetta.

I'm actually getting Dante for the story and all. I tend to do that for my games

Even the ones with bad graphics....

 

[NJNetz]

I really wouldn't put money in Dante's. The demo was pretty underwhelming and it's gotten mediocre reviews. If you must buy a pure action game and get one now, go for Bayonetta.

I thought Dante's would be solid. I played the demo and thought it was nice. Since it's getting pretty crappy reviews, I'm going to pass. I already made the mistake of buying MAG, which I'm planning to sell today. I ordered the God of War collection. I never got a chance to play GOW 2, and I don't mind replaying the first one, as well.

I'm also going to see how Aliens vs Predator and Heavy Rain do as far as reviews. I might purchase one or both assuming they do well.

 

[Moo2K4]

I thought Dante's would be solid. I played the demo and thought it was nice. Since it's getting pretty crappy reviews, I'm going to pass. I already made the mistake of buying MAG, which I'm planning to sell today. I ordered the God of War collection. I never got a chance to play GOW 2, and I don't mind replaying the first one, as well.

I'm also going to see how Aliens vs Predator and Heavy Rain do as far as reviews. I might purchase one or both assuming they do well.

The AVP multiplayer demo is out (at least on XBL), so you might want to check that out if you get the chance.

Was MAG really that bad?

And the other game that's on my list to buy, that this just reminded me of, is Alan Wake. God, I can't wait for that game.

 

[Moo2K4]

I'm actually getting Dante for the story and all. I tend to do that for my games

Even the ones with bad graphics....

If you're going to get a game for story, get Bioshock 2. Everything I've read is saying it's got a phenomenal story behind it.

Dante is just getting too many mediocre reviews to bar purchasing. If I want a hack and slash game, I'm going to get one that's at least getting good reviews and get Bayonetta. With a game that's just a pure action game like those are, I'm worried far less about the story and more about the combat system and making sure I'm getting a game where the action is going to stay fresh the entire game. Both of those, from everything I've read, are lacking in Dante. It sounds like it's got a very shallow combat system and tired action the further in to it you get.

If you want it, it's your money, obviously. But after playing the demo and reading reviews, I've lost any interest in actually purchasing it. It's a rental all the way for me.

 

[DynastYWarrioR6]

If you're going to get a game for story, get Bioshock 2. Everything I've read is saying it's got a phenomenal story behind it.

Dante is just getting too many mediocre reviews to bar purchasing. If I want a hack and slash game, I'm going to get one that's at least getting good reviews and get Bayonetta. With a game that's just a pure action game like those are, I'm worried far less about the story and more about the combat system and making sure I'm getting a game where the action is going to stay fresh the entire game. Both of those, from everything I've read, are lacking in Dante. It sounds like it's got a very shallow combat system and tired action the further in to it you get.

If you want it, it's your money, obviously. But after playing the demo and reading reviews, I've lost any interest in actually purchasing it. It's a rental all the way for me.

You say Bioshock 2, like I didn't beat the first one and read the wiki for it =.=

There is a reason why I ordered the Collector's Edition for Bioshock 2.

Also, for Dante's, I always am a sucker for mythology or stuff like that. My dad is a D&D guy back from college and we all still play Warhammer, so that kind of mythical stuff has been with me all my life.

I also don't care much for reviews lol

Alot of games that I own and enjoy got some poor reviews. Wolfenstein being one of them (granted I got it on Amazon for $18).

 

[NJNetz]

Was MAG really that bad?

No, just not really good.

The AVP multiplayer demo is out (at least on XBL), so you might want to check that out if you get the chance.

I tried playing it yesterday, but no one was online.

 

[Moo2K4]

No, just not really good.



I tried playing it yesterday, but no one was online.

You just have to persevere, it took me a while to get connected to one, lol. I will say, I wasn't all that impressed. Granted it's just a demo, so we'll see what the final product is like. I don't see myself buying it though.

 

[Moo2K4]

You say Bioshock 2, like I didn't beat the first one and read the wiki for it =.=

There is a reason why I ordered the Collector's Edition for Bioshock 2.

Also, for Dante's, I always am a sucker for mythology or stuff like that. My dad is a D&D guy back from college and we all still play Warhammer, so that kind of mythical stuff has been with me all my life.

I also don't care much for reviews lol

Alot of games that I own and enjoy got some poor reviews. Wolfenstein being one of them (granted I got it on Amazon for $18).

Hey, I'm just forewarning you pal

 

[Chocolove]

I am thinking of making a purchase this Friday seeing how I have some time off but I can't decide on the combination I want. I am thinking of getting 2 of the following since they're cheap now: Bioshock, Infamous, Fallout 3, Resistance 2, or Killzone 2. Anyone have suggestions? Killzone 2 and Resistance 2 I am on the fence about to be honest, the multiplayer community for Killzone has to be dwindling and I tried and was never hooked on resistance 1 but #2 looks decent.

 

[DynastYWarrioR6]

Bioshock and Fallout 3 for sure.

 

[Colonel Ronan]

AVP sucks -- At least on the PC.

 

[OSUBlazerfan]

Final Fantasy 13

 

[Blazer Freak]

Final Fantasy 13

...If only they had a guy as the main character then I would definitely buy it. I'm sick of running around as a girl. Anyways, I'm thinking of getting Borderlands, anyone care to help convince me?

 

[Moo2K4]

I am thinking of making a purchase this Friday seeing how I have some time off but I can't decide on the combination I want. I am thinking of getting 2 of the following since they're cheap now: Bioshock, Infamous, Fallout 3, Resistance 2, or Killzone 2. Anyone have suggestions? Killzone 2 and Resistance 2 I am on the fence about to be honest, the multiplayer community for Killzone has to be dwindling and I tried and was never hooked on resistance 1 but #2 looks decent.

Fallout 3 is a must, in my opinion. I personally think it's the best game released on this current generation of consoles. The story is phenomenal, the action is great, and the RPG elements are fantastic as well. It's also a huge game that you'll get nearly 40 hours out of without doing sidequests or playing any of the 5 DLC episodes.

Bioshock is also great. Good story, fun combat, and another lengthy game as well.

 

[Moo2K4]

...If only they had a guy as the main character then I would definitely buy it. I'm sick of running around as a girl. Anyways, I'm thinking of getting Borderlands, anyone care to help convince me?

I will.

The action is fast and frantic. The RPG elements are also pretty good, giving you numerous skill trees to branch. There's already two separate DLCs available for it, with Zombie Island being a definite recommendation to download. Beyond that, a new DLC is on its way that will raise the level cap. Sure, the story is incredibly weak (you might forget that there is a story at certain points), but the game is so fun all the way through that you won't care. Did I mention that there's some 5 million guns in the game and numerous other items to help your character? Plus, the co-op is easily one of the best co-op experiences out there. I'd definitely recommend it.

 

[bbwMax]

Bought the first army of two today and ordered UFC and Borderlands, cannae wait

 

[DynastYWarrioR6]

Since I have school in 3hrs. I can't say how well the game is yet cause I have yet to play. But seeing as how the PS3 version for Dante's Inferno gets a bunch of PS3 exclusive stuff, I'll enjoy it. Planning on beating Dante's first, so that I can take my time with Bioshock and really enjoy it.

I need a damn phonograph to play my Bioshock 1 orchestral score vinyl, but totally worth it. For now, I'll listen to Bioshock 2 CD.

 

[Moo2K4]

I've logged about 4 hours in Bioshock 2 so far, and I love it. The action seems a lot more fast paced, mainly because you're constantly taking on 5 or 6 Splicers at one time, making it difficult despite how powerful you are. And Big Daddy battles, at least now, are easier than previously, at least with good strategy. I got smoked by my first Big Daddy battle, but in my 2nd one, I laid about 7 or 8 trap rivets that all hit him, I then used Winter Blast to freeze him repeatedly while drilling him or shotgunning him while he was frozen. I didn't even get touched.

As it is though, the game is fantastic despite having such huge shoes to fill. I can tell I'm going to enjoy this one all the way through. The story is great, the action is far better now that you can duel wield plasmids and guns, and it's just a great game. Multiplayer is also fun, I should add.

 

[YOUNG MAFIA]

Battlefield Bad Company 2. Seems like a cool game, the demo was beast.

 

[DynastYWarrioR6]

I've logged about 4 hours in Bioshock 2 so far, and I love it. The action seems a lot more fast paced, mainly because you're constantly taking on 5 or 6 Splicers at one time, making it difficult despite how powerful you are. And Big Daddy battles, at least now, are easier than previously, at least with good strategy. I got smoked by my first Big Daddy battle, but in my 2nd one, I laid about 7 or 8 trap rivets that all hit him, I then used Winter Blast to freeze him repeatedly while drilling him or shotgunning him while he was frozen. I didn't even get touched.

As it is though, the game is fantastic despite having such huge shoes to fill. I can tell I'm going to enjoy this one all the way through. The story is great, the action is far better now that you can duel wield plasmids and guns, and it's just a great game. Multiplayer is also fun, I should add.

Bioshock 1 vs. Big Daddies.

Proximity Mine the shit out of something that is explosive, then telekinesis that bitch over!

Anyhow, I just logged 3 and a half hrs on Dante's Inferno, and thus far, I love it. It's a very dark tale, very gruesome, very disturbing, but you just can't help but keep watching and playing and wanting to find out more.

Granted, for those of you who will play it, you WILL have a David Bowie moment. And if you get there, and you don't get the reference. Slap yourself.

 

[Moo2K4]

The more I play Bioshock 2, the more I like it. The story just gets better, the action is still incredibly fun, and Big Daddy and Big Sister battles get more entertaining as you get more powers and new ways to do things. I've also been able to dig my teeth in to about 5 hours of online and I can say that it's an absolute blast. It probably won't replace COD or Halo for you, but it's still fun and a great change of pace.

 

[DynastYWarrioR6]

Just finished Dante's Inferno.

It felt like an awesome roller coaster ride, in that once the adrenaline starts, it hardly stops at all, except to load you up for a bigger drop, metaphorically. It was fun and straight out all action. And since I attended a Christian school for 2yrs of Junior High, I recognize alot of the Bible references, and just studying history in general, you'll recognize alot of the people in that game or know the reference. Pretty damn good. Now I'm gonna achievement hunt a little bit, cause with relative ease, I can get all but 1 achievement, not counting the big cheese (platinum for PS3).

Now...Bioshock 2, HERE I COME!

 

[Colonel Ronan]

I've played almost 24-hours of Mass Effect 2 and SPOILER? I haven't even fully assembled my crew.

The game is absolutely fantastic. The action is somehow addictive. I thought I would get bored of the constant run for cover and seemingly basic shooting system but with the addition of the powers it's superb.

The character development is also a spectacle. The plot is sex and I haven't even finished the game.

 

[Moo2K4]

I've played almost 24-hours of Mass Effect 2 and SPOILER? I haven't even fully assembled my crew.

The game is absolutely fantastic. The action is somehow addictive. I thought I would get bored of the constant run for cover and seemingly basic shooting system but with the addition of the powers it's superb.

The character development is also a spectacle. The plot is sex and I haven't even finished the game.

You won't fully assemble your crew until one of the final missions. Just make sure you do all the loyalty missions. For the most part, they're all really good and you get a great sense of the characters' past.

 

[Colonel Ronan]

You won't fully assemble your crew until one of the final missions. Just make sure you do all the loyalty missions. For the most part, they're all really good and you get a great sense of the characters' past.

Yeah, I'm covering everything. I have a good guy (main character) and when I get bored of him I switch to my evil guy. I try to advance more in the story with my main character and just play catch-up with the evil guy.