AcademicSaucer
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downloaded the demo, really liked windy hills, it seem slike the kind of game where you get better with time
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Sonic Lost World Wii U and 3DS demo now available in NA eShops
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HeisenbergLannister
Member
One level? Ugh.
I know, but take what you can get I suppose *shrug*
The compression on the 3DS version during cutscenes makes my balls itch.
The Wii U version on the other hand? Yiiisssss LAWD
Now the question lies, why in Windy Hills would I pick up the 3DS if I have a Wii U? Not only does it look (and control, IMHO) better, I can technically turn it into the 3DS version (minus the 3D of course) via the Gamepad. Unless drastically different, better levels, I just don't see it.
I'll definitely pick up the Wii U version for ~$30.
The Wii U version on the other hand? Yiiisssss LAWD
Now the question lies, why in Windy Hills would I pick up the 3DS if I have a Wii U? Not only does it look (and control, IMHO) better, I can technically turn it into the 3DS version (minus the 3D of course) via the Gamepad. Unless drastically different, better levels, I just don't see it.
I'll definitely pick up the Wii U version for ~$30.
FamousLastX
Member
Um why is the Wii U demo for this over 6GB? Guess I have to finally pick up an external hard drive soon. Is it like the full game and then you can just pay to unlock it or what?
SatoAilDarko
Member
It was like ~486 mb for me I think.
foxuzamaki
Doesn't read OPs, especially not his own
welp, gonna download now
people having fun with the 3DS demo- lemme say as someone who has beaten the game that I had strong first impressions too, but the quality diminishes with each world. I wouldnt buy this version at full price if I could do it again
I like how the parkour feels a lot in this version but theres not enough of it
I like how the parkour feels a lot in this version but theres not enough of it
Yeah, this is the issue with both games unfortunately.
I enjoyed the Wii U version for like the first 3 zones, then the snow world happened and... things went down hill from there. I did not enjoy a single act of Sky Road or Lava Mountain, they're full of poor level/boss designs. Frozen Factory was only good for like one act...
3DS version apparently goes downhill much quicker and the levels looked far more frustrating, I mean, you're FORCED to use the most irritating wisp power (Asteroid Wisp which forces you to use gyro to move) to progress through a stage with precision platforming. Honestly, that wisp was completely frustrating to use just to collect a single red star ring in the Wii U version, I cannot imagine how even more frustrating how the 3DS version handles it. Also apparently Frozen Factory Zone 3 (3DS) is completely dickish with its gimmicky puzzles. So yeah, I think I'm gonna sit this out. Was already annoyed with the Wii U version...
Jaded Alyx
Member
It's not...it's like 486MB.
Possibly, though I wouldn't expect that for all demos in future. I doubt we'd see M-rated ones do that, for instance.
not on the 3DS thankfully
it still doesnt really help in the levels they expect precision from you with it due to the awkward controls and camera
ipukespiders
Member
Just tried the demo and I loved it. Is the full game more of the same?
Barely have played any Sonic games. Only ever completed Colors a short while back, and thoroughly enjoyed it. Maybe this will be more enjoyed by people who haven't really played many games in the series? I'm sure the difficulty ramps up, but this felt just right and I can see the appeal of many possible routes at least through the first level/zone.
I'm not good at platformers, still having trouble with DKC Returns with those damn mine cart levels, but I found this easy to control. I understand for veterans of the series, that the formula is different, so that may explain some of the complaints?
So smooth and vibrant too.
Barely have played any Sonic games. Only ever completed Colors a short while back, and thoroughly enjoyed it. Maybe this will be more enjoyed by people who haven't really played many games in the series? I'm sure the difficulty ramps up, but this felt just right and I can see the appeal of many possible routes at least through the first level/zone.
I'm not good at platformers, still having trouble with DKC Returns with those damn mine cart levels, but I found this easy to control. I understand for veterans of the series, that the formula is different, so that may explain some of the complaints?
So smooth and vibrant too.
FamousLastX
Member
Huh. That's strange. It didn't seem right to me either, but I definitely was at the demo page. Must have been a temporary glitch or something but thank you.
Jaded Alyx
Member
There isn't really a demo page, it's the page for the game itself.
With the Wii U version the level design takes a bit of a nosedive after the first half of the game and it becomes fairly difficult and frustrating at times, which wouldn't be a problem if the game wasn't so stingy with lives. There are a couple of really annoying stages that stick out in people's minds and one or two gimmick stages that don't necessarily fit in, but if you enjoyed what you played based on the demo then chances are you will at least enjoy a significant chunk of it cause the game play itself only rarely deviates.
It's a good game with some pretty stupid missteps keeping it from being a brilliant one. But it's still solid and enjoyable, and probably the most consistent modern Sonic game alongside Colors.
It is 60FPS. That's one of the reasons why they went with the simple art style in fact!
Gunstar Ikari
Unconfirmed Member
I tried out the 3DS demo. It feels like it could be the start of a great Sonic game. It's a shame that, by most accounts, the level design quickly goes to shit. Oh well, might be something to buy for cheap.
Sucks that I don't have a Wii U, because that's the demo that I'm interested in playing. I hoping that the levels in that one feel much better that they look.
Sucks that I don't have a Wii U, because that's the demo that I'm interested in playing. I hoping that the levels in that one feel much better that they look.
Dark Schala
Eloquent Princess
I cannot quote this enough.
If you really really really really want it, wait until it goes for $10-15.
my exact thought HAHAHA
Hero of Legend
Member
EU demo is out on the 21st on both platforms.
RobFox64tm
Member
Played through the demo level a few times (Wii U), yet I can't get a feel for whether or not I want this game. The controls were good, but at the same time I found it very difficult to get a good rythem going like I do in other platforming games. The graphics looked great and the music was a nice surprise compared to craptastic vocals I've heard in some recent Sonic games. Still, I'm weary of what I'm hearing regarding the second half of the game. Maybe when this hits $20 or less.
Sweet, thanks.
I didn't think the second half of the game was too bad except for a few levels here and there (the snowball stage comes to mind.) Overall, I think anyone who has enjoyed 3D Sonic in the past should give it a shot. Generally most people agree when a Sonic game is bad (e.g. Sonic'06, Shadow the Hedgehog), but I feel Lost World will be one of the most polarizing in the franchise. Some seem to hate it while others love it.
IsntChrisL
Member
I'll likely never get this game. But I will play the demo.
Nothing like Generations 3DS, but still an inferior game for the most part.
IsntChrisL
Member
Wow, what a stingy demo. I spent 20+ minutes downloading/installing this only to be greeted with a 3 minute demo that can be played 10 times.
The game looked nice though and the 60fps was appreciated.
The game looked nice though and the 60fps was appreciated.
DIMPS.
Aren't the Sonic Rush games okay, though?
Gunstar Ikari
Unconfirmed Member
They were until Dimps was announced as the Sonic 4 developer; people then went back and picked apart every little detail until their entire Sonic output was declared garbage.
Rush is okay. Far from great, but okay. Rush Adventure is mediocre without the boating gimmick and kinda crappy once you take it into account.
Yeah, they were pretty good. Not sure what happened. I think they should go back to Dragon Ball for a while.
Rush was passable because at the very least Dimps could mask their shortcomings of understanding Sonic physics by making it a game where you mostly use boosting. Dimps were the originators of the boost game play.
Unfortunately the level design didn't do anything for me. It was too linear, empty and forgettable. Can't speak for Rush Adventure as I haven't played it.
Unfortunately the level design didn't do anything for me. It was too linear, empty and forgettable. Can't speak for Rush Adventure as I haven't played it.
Dr. Zoidberg
Member
I tried the Wii U demo a few days ago. The game looks very nice, but I wasn't a fan of the control. Furthermore, the level seemed too straightforward and one-note. A little boring, TBH. I will probably pass.
redmetal86
Member
Well, Windy Hill wasn't all that bad. I had some fun checking out the different paths you can take. The parkour takes a little getting used to, like when you do it between walls, but it was ok.
Of course, this is only Windy Hill. I've already seen what the rest of the game has to offer. I'll probably get it at some point in the future.
Of course, this is only Windy Hill. I've already seen what the rest of the game has to offer. I'll probably get it at some point in the future.