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God of War details, in-depth RPG systems, No load screens, plus more
- Thread starter Loudninja
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Calm waterfall
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I had few days to think about the new GOW and i like it a lot, especially since Corey is the one directing it. It needed these changes to keep GOW fresh. The game is the most humane Kratos i have seen, which is great.
PLASTICA-MAN
Member
Cory Barlog was the director of GOW2 and the designer of GoW III's opening before he left the team. So don't let your expectations go down.
This is Kratos Biological son so that would make Thor half Greek. I don't see that happening
I don't see why not. Kratos is part of Greek mythology now inside Norse mythology.
Monocle
Member
Totally agreed. This new direction seems like a great way for the GoW series to distinguish itself from the rest of the genre.
ZiggyPalffyLA
Member
Of course you'll play as Kratos for 100% of the game. The son is also named Kratos.
PLASTICA-MAN
Member
Very interesting infos from this French site: http://www.jeuxactu.com/god-of-war-on-a-revu-papy-kratos-et-on-a-de-nouveaux-details-104578.htm
The journalist watched the behind closed doors demo and was able to ask Cory Barlog about the game.
- The behind closed doors demo was more about showing the exploration side of the game.
- He asked whether the game was running on PS4K but Cory Barlog confirmed that it was running on a regular PS4.
- He asked him whether the game will have a skill tree and Cory Barlog was reluctant to answer and didn't neither confirm it nor deny it. He only replied that they are still working on that aspect.
- The axe is not only helpful in combat, but also in exploration, like collecting objects and items: for example there is a distant object that you can't reach or you need to walk for some time to get it, just throw your axe on it and call it back, it will retrieve the object with it.
-The axe has really amazing complex combos connecting the throwing and the recovering of it: You hit an enemy with the axe or other weapon, you throw your axe on the enemy (you can probably continue punching him or beating him with another weapon) then you jump, and instantly call your axe midair and beat him or finish him from the airs.
The journalist watched the behind closed doors demo and was able to ask Cory Barlog about the game.
- The behind closed doors demo was more about showing the exploration side of the game.
- He asked whether the game was running on PS4K but Cory Barlog confirmed that it was running on a regular PS4.
- He asked him whether the game will have a skill tree and Cory Barlog was reluctant to answer and didn't neither confirm it nor deny it. He only replied that they are still working on that aspect.
- The axe is not only helpful in combat, but also in exploration, like collecting objects and items: for example there is a distant object that you can't reach or you need to walk for some time to get it, just throw your axe on it and call it back, it will retrieve the object with it.
-The axe has really amazing complex combos connecting the throwing and the recovering of it: You hit an enemy with the axe or other weapon, you throw your axe on the enemy (you can probably continue punching him or beating him with another weapon) then you jump, and instantly call your axe midair and beat him or finish him from the airs.
TheGreatDirector
Banned
Kratos becoming Odin would be something for sure.
lucebuce12
Member
Oh God, I am loving that axe.
Sounds great we seen some this in the demo.
PLASTICA-MAN
Member
No no talking about the gameplay vid lolYou were present at the behind closed doors booth?
You know the part when he jump up midair and attack the troll with the axe.
PLASTICA-MAN
Member
No no. You didn't get it. The one in the Sony conference demo was after triggering "Spartan Rage" His axe wasn't thrown on the troll and he used his punches, then he used his axe to finish off the grounded troll.
I meant there are special complex combos where: you fight using the axe, then throw it on the enemy (maybe fix him to a wall or stun him if he is big), then jump and in mid-air you immediately call it then do an areal attack or finisher with it like the complex combos from fighting games.
Ghost Slayer
Member
PLASTICA-MAN
Member
Ah I just checked. yeah it was just before the "Spartan Rage". It was so fast that I didn't notice it. Well spotted both of you Loudninja and Ghost Slayer.
And many feared the combat would be dull and basic.
Primethius
Banned
Glad to see axe throwing combos are confirmed. That's what the demo was hinting at and it's nice to see it confirmed.
I want to see a combo where you throw the axe on a damaged aerial enemy (after you've launched them or some such) followed up by an axe throw. Would love to see how far the axe and enemies go.
I want to see a combo where you throw the axe on a damaged aerial enemy (after you've launched them or some such) followed up by an axe throw. Would love to see how far the axe and enemies go.
PLASTICA-MAN
Member
I wonder if :
- the barlight reacts to the axe's powers and other conditions.
- the speaker is used for something (maybe when using the horn)
- touch controls are used for something like giving special commands or directions to his son.
-motion controls are used for aiming or some movements like shaking to free yourself from something that may capture you.
- the barlight reacts to the axe's powers and other conditions.
- the speaker is used for something (maybe when using the horn)
- touch controls are used for something like giving special commands or directions to his son.
-motion controls are used for aiming or some movements like shaking to free yourself from something that may capture you.
PLASTICA-MAN
Member
It is a PS4 exclusive. They gotta use all the DS4 features to the maximum. Even third-party games utilize it very well.
To Far Away Times
Member
The God of Us.
Callibretto
Member
so, I was watching the official trailer and compare it with the one from Sony press live stream. just realized they're not the exact playthrough. the one in the official trailer you can see Kratos only use the basic 4 hit combo which I assume is the basic square (changed to one of the shoulder button in this game) button combo.
there are also variable speed with the same basic combo, Kratos use the combo a couple times in the trailer, but sometimes the animation are quick while other time slower or have delays between attack. not sure if there are effect like holding the button longer for stronger damage, or the player simply delay the button press timing.
more interesting, in the livestream. Kratos have different attack animation that I assume is the strong attack, the triangle button in old GoW. you can see Cory try combination of what I assume is /\,/\ and [],/\,[] in the live stream.
the strong attack noticeably have longer animation compare to old GoW triangle attack, in old GoW, triangle attack is usually more about the wide sweeping attack rather than stronger attack I think. so I guess they make distinction for it being the strong slow attack this time.
there are also variable speed with the same basic combo, Kratos use the combo a couple times in the trailer, but sometimes the animation are quick while other time slower or have delays between attack. not sure if there are effect like holding the button longer for stronger damage, or the player simply delay the button press timing.
more interesting, in the livestream. Kratos have different attack animation that I assume is the strong attack, the triangle button in old GoW. you can see Cory try combination of what I assume is /\,/\ and [],/\,[] in the live stream.
the strong attack noticeably have longer animation compare to old GoW triangle attack, in old GoW, triangle attack is usually more about the wide sweeping attack rather than stronger attack I think. so I guess they make distinction for it being the strong slow attack this time.
The First Guardian
Member
I'm glad they went for a new direction with this. I don't mind Naughty Dog effect in other sony first party titles, because it means we can have games with awesome narratives and well realized gameplay. But I really hope this new GOW is more like TLOU itself and not like Left Behind and Uncharted4 with really long non-gameplay sections. I seriously can't take that anymore.
CassidyIzABeast
Member
Wow, even in his old age Kratos is still pretty damn strong!
Old man strength is not to be played with
Combichristoffersen
Combovers don't work when there is no hair
That sounds surprisingly much like how Thor used Mjolnir in Norse mythology, as in that he would throw it and it would return to him. Hmm....
Vicetrailia
Member
So Christopher Judge is the new VA of Kratos.
But I miss Kratos' old voice.
But I miss Kratos' old voice.
mysteriousmage09
Member
Wow, even in his old age Kratos is still pretty damn strong!
Well he is a demigod.
I thought it was the same actor. Sounded exactly like the old Kratos but with grittier tone.
SolidSnakeUS
Member
The fact that it has RPG elements, crafting and no loads is pretty goddamn impressive. Count me in as another one that would love to see/know more .
.So pumped for GOW.
Off topic: Has this been posted? Its who won E3 according to Facebook data.
http://venturebeat.com/2016/06/15/sony-won-the-press-conference-war-facebooks-data-says/
Off topic: Has this been posted? Its who won E3 according to Facebook data.
http://venturebeat.com/2016/06/15/sony-won-the-press-conference-war-facebooks-data-says/
Vicetrailia
Member
Yeah it's a different actor, the other was Terrence Carson. But he does a good job so oh well.
Really is great. I could listen to Cory Barlog talk all day. Thanks for posting it.
Same, he interviews really well and you can feel his passion. Reminds me of Neil/Bruce, always a good sign.
This would actually make more sense that he is Thor.
I wanted a traditional God of War game, I really did, but... dare I say, this might be my game of the show, especially with these new details.
Idk, at least top 3 from E3.
I think the story is going to fucking nail it.
I do agree that it's really similar to "The Last of Us" at first glance (dad-like figure and young, easily influenced kid).
Idk, at least top 3 from E3.
I think the story is going to fucking nail it.
I do agree that it's really similar to "The Last of Us" at first glance (dad-like figure and young, easily influenced kid).
New thread worthy? DF test shows that new GoW again has unlocked framerate, it's always between 30 and 40, with single small dip under 30 when troll slammed Kratos from the bridge to the ground.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lDLsAKNIuoY
Awesome performance even in this early stage.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lDLsAKNIuoY
Awesome performance even in this early stage.
Callibretto
Member
do you guys think Kratos will shave his beard after the 'prologue' of the game? I mean it's kinda typical in stories right. guy have been out of his game for long time, got long hair and beard, then something happened, he's coming back to the game and then shave his beard/ cut his hair to prep himself up.
No way this gets a march release like other GoWs in 2017, right?
First thing I said was that there's no way it's hitting the traditional March date. That would be the dream though. But it sounds like they're still trying to figure some mechanics out. But they can take all the time they need. All of this new info is seriously making God of War my game of E3.
Sure hope not. He looks great with that beard. Looking at old Kratos now, it's kind of hard to tolerate that face. This one? Just great.
... Bullshit. I love that axe so much already. Fuck.
I thought the thing he did with the troll where he retrieved it just as he was jumping was like a scripted kind of thing or only for special occasions but shit, it sounds like that's a move we can do anytime.
GeNoMe
Member
I hope not. I'm digging the beard actually. Suits the setting as well.
There is no way that kid isnt Thor or at least heavily hinted at being Thor.
First line of dialogue from the kid
"That dull hammer doesn't scare me"
oh and he shoots fucking lightning
Story speculation
Would not be surprised if Kratos becomes Odin by the end (ie. losing an eye) and starts Norse mythology
Would be crazy if he was Thor, but
I did think about the possibility that Kratos is the one who kickstarts the Norse gods race or something like that.
They took the time to animate that beard so awesomely, so I sure hope they dont shave him. I like him better that way.
mysteriousmage09
Member
Everyone is so sure that Kratos starts the Norse mythology is forgetting that it was already heavily pointed out that the other gods already existed at the end of GoW III.
BossDarkseid
Member
New thread worthy? DF test shows that new GoW again has unlocked framerate, it's always between 30 and 40, with single small dip under 30 when troll slammed Kratos from the bridge to the ground.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lDLsAKNIuoY
Awesome performance even in this early stage.
Yeahhh if they leave it unlocked and Neo pushes it more to 60 i'm getting Neo.
nortonff
Hi, I'm nortonff. I spend my life going into threads to say that I don't care about the topic of the thread. It's a really good use of my time.
New thread worthy? DF test shows that new GoW again has unlocked framerate, it's always between 30 and 40, with single small dip under 30 when troll slammed Kratos from the bridge to the ground.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lDLsAKNIuoY
Awesome performance even in this early stage.
Problem is, are we sure it was running on the PS4?