Stealthcobra
Member
How are the graphics for hollow Fragment? Also the battle system for Hollow Fragment is action/real time right?
-
Hey, guest user. Hope you're enjoying NeoGAF! Have you considered registering for an account? Come join us and add your take to the daily discourse.
Sword Art Online: Lost Song |OT| - " "
- Thread starter Parakeetman
- Start date
How are the graphics for hollow Fragment? Also the battle system for Hollow Fragment is action/real time right?
Parakeetman
No one wants a throne you've been sitting on!
The standard attacks are all auto-attacks. Everything else is manually activated by either the skills assigned to the various face buttons or from the full skill menu. There also is dodging and a parry skill. Though not all attacks can be parried. There is another type of "parry" that will defend against breath type of attacks I think it was. Been a while since I have played. It is very skill based in general and spamming skills will get you killed.
These are from the JP version of the game.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eKHQ9BRrmV0
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1AJkyz3HCEM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ILR4GSqFi8I
The graphics are what you can expect from a JP developed Vita title. Its not triple AAA stuff, but its not a budget title either. Just dont expect something along the lines of Uncharted or Killzone Mercenaries and you should be fine.
The original game was done on the PSP which is why a lot of assets were also used from that version. Same goes for the whole Aincrad side of the game. That is all ported PSP content which is why the quality of those sections will look a lot lower than what was designed for the Vita hardware with the Hollow Area. So do keep that in mind also.
You will have access to the large free content update too which includes a bunch of stuff listed from GFAQs below.
The short of it is, it added a ton of content and made the game easier for those who were not used to the MMO type of mentality and how to go about leveling in an efficient manner.
Also read through this post.
http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showpost.php?p=160797757&postcount=2049
Kresnik258
Member
I'm playing Hollow Fragment at the moment, and I must admit I love that the battle system has so much to it and the fact that the game is pretty complex. This seems like a step down and is a more straight-forward ARPG and that's slightly disappointing.
I still want the game, of course, just can't help but want a Hollow Fragment successor rather than this. I guess that's what Aquria are working on at the moment.
This game doesn't have the same floor-clearing content does it? That's one of the things I liked best about Hollow Fragment. Quest with a partner; help out some strangers on theri quest; and then start prepping for the boss fight which is completely different from what you've been doing before. It was pretty neat.
Are there even any NPC's doing their own quests in the zones you visit?
I still want the game, of course, just can't help but want a Hollow Fragment successor rather than this. I guess that's what Aquria are working on at the moment.
This game doesn't have the same floor-clearing content does it? That's one of the things I liked best about Hollow Fragment. Quest with a partner; help out some strangers on theri quest; and then start prepping for the boss fight which is completely different from what you've been doing before. It was pretty neat.
Are there even any NPC's doing their own quests in the zones you visit?
Parakeetman
No one wants a throne you've been sitting on!
This one follows the timeline where New Aincrad is fused with ALfheim Online. Though the story does not go to the New Aincrad and takes place exclusively in the new area that appeared in ALfheim Online. Its more they are clearing the various continents in the new zone before other groups do so. Basically all the groups from ALfheim Online have showed up in this new zone and are starting their exploration of it. Which also includes the large guild Shamrock that Seven and Smeragi belong to.
Unfortunately seems that they left out friendly AI wandering the maps as have mentioned in earlier posts. Not sure why they did that outside of budget / time constraints with the project itself. Since their Macross 30 game they had simple friendly AI present in the maps. And it is not like the enemy density would really make it an issue either. I guess they just did not have any sort of AI set up for constant melee combat where in macross it was they would just engage in ranged combat. Does take away from the zones feeling more alive. Maybe it will change later on, but so far nothing.
Overall though as a game to emulate the feeling of the freedom of flight which is what folks wanted out of a game that used the ALfheim Online setting, this title does do that quite well. But at the same time fans of Hollow Fragment will have to understand that this title is not done by the same team nor designed in a similar way. It is basically a reskinned / retooled engine to fit the SAO setting. This title was most def feels like it was done on a tight budget and dev schedule, but at least they pulled off a competent title for what it tries to do, while its not perfect it came out a lot better than what could have happened if they used a different developer with no experience for what they were trying to accomplish.
More casual fans of the series should have fun with the title Id imagine. For the hardcore HF followers, most def everyone will have to wait for a 2nd game to be made. Which Id imagine is going on now considering how well it did domestically and overseas if the constant digital sales ranking actually amounts to anything.
deanote666
Member
Anyone get to the point where they can customize characters since it was brought up in previous pages?
Are there parts with the real world or is it all in ALO?
Are there parts with the real world or is it all in ALO?
Parakeetman
No one wants a throne you've been sitting on!
After finishing the third chapter the option becomes available. Genders are preset though unfortunately.
Male
Salamander
Sylph
Gnome
Imp
Female
Undine
Spriggan
Cait Sith
Leprechaun
Pooka
Parakeetman
No one wants a throne you've been sitting on!
Taken from Gematsu
Content update for the game on the way next month.
This weeks Dengeki had the DLC codes for the game which includes the God Eater 2 costumes for Kirito and Asuna.
Content update for the game on the way next month.
This weeks Dengeki had the DLC codes for the game which includes the God Eater 2 costumes for Kirito and Asuna.
deanote666
Member
Too soon to be getting worried by the lack of a US release date?
names2hard4you
Member
Wait for E3. I'm sure Bamco is going to announce this along with God Eater 2 Rage Burst for PS4 and Vita, and maybe even the PS4 version of Zestiria (if they don't announce it soon since the cat has been out of the bag for a while now)
Cornbread78
Member
every time I see this thread bumped in my subscriptions I get a little hopefull, lol. If ToZ PS4 and this get announced for release around the same time, I'm gonna have to pimp for the money, lol. I can't wait.
Parakeetman
No one wants a throne you've been sitting on!
Makes sense they release something for the upcoming Asian release this month.
Parakeetman
No one wants a throne you've been sitting on!
wtf thats weird i wonder why that happened? did they give any reasons?
Phoenix_Cypher_K1
Member
Not sure where was that pic taken (Singapore?) but i just got a message from my local retailer in Malaysia that its delayed 2 days also. No reason was given.
Yep. From the shop I'm working at. Not looking forward to telling people that it's been delayed...
Phoenix_Cypher_K1
Member
The game is up on the Playstation Store...looks like only physical copies are affected by the 2 day delay.
Parakeetman
No one wants a throne you've been sitting on!
hmm thats interesting if what you say is true must have been some sort of supply logistics issue
InternHertz
Member
They didn't put the Japanese/English version yet did they?
Phoenix_Cypher_K1
Member
https://store.playstation.com/#!/en...ong―/cid=HP0700-PCSH00135_00-0000000000000001
This is the Malaysia PS Store link for the Eng Vita version. I assume the same is available for all the SEA countries. Not sure about HK and TW though.
This is the Malaysia PS Store link for the Eng Vita version. I assume the same is available for all the SEA countries. Not sure about HK and TW though.
InternHertz
Member
Oh, when I checked on the HD store I could only see JPN and CHN versions.
But regardless, I still don't know if I should grab it physical or not. Digital is cool but I'd need an Asian account and ways to get money on it to actually buy it...
I'll think about it some more.
But regardless, I still don't know if I should grab it physical or not. Digital is cool but I'd need an Asian account and ways to get money on it to actually buy it...
I'll think about it some more.
Cornbread78
Member
Dammit SCEA, if it already exists in English, just put it on the store already dammit, lol.
Parakeetman
No one wants a throne you've been sitting on!
Parakeetman
No one wants a throne you've been sitting on!
Parakeetman
No one wants a throne you've been sitting on!
Yes its the same just on different platforms.
Unfortunately there is no cross-save type option so its get one or the other, as there is no reason to purchase both.
*speaking from experience here. lol
Odd that the covers are different, still waiting for Play-Asia to ship mine out.
Woah. Really need to get used to all these flying, and the switching between Magic/Melee mode. Had my flying set to inverted controls which messed me up for quite a while.
Really like how my sword strikes leave "damage marks" on the enemies. The UI for accessing menus and stuff are closer to what I thought a SAO game would be.
Most importantly,
no "Penetrations" encountered yet. Colour me surprised, but Bamco really went about fixing the text and stuff, which somehow makes the game even more enjoyable.
Really like how my sword strikes leave "damage marks" on the enemies. The UI for accessing menus and stuff are closer to what I thought a SAO game would be.
Most importantly,
no "Penetrations" encountered yet. Colour me surprised, but Bamco really went about fixing the text and stuff, which somehow makes the game even more enjoyable.
Going with a high-defense gear for Sinon, I see.
And since you double-dipped: does is have cross-save? Didn't find any mention of it on the thread yet.
edit: yay vv
Incorrect. Cross-Save was added in patch 1.02.
Parakeetman
No one wants a throne you've been sitting on!
thats good since initially and after release regardless that lots of fans were asking constantly
lost a bunch of double dip sales due to that before launch
superseohyun
Member
this game sucks so bad compared to hollow fragment.... or even the Macross one. Cant recommend at all.
Parakeetman
No one wants a throne you've been sitting on!
As i constantly said folks cant go in expecting hollow fragment.
Though you can most def tell the people at artdink are not used to doing melee combat
superseohyun
Member
yeah folks should probably wait for a proper hollow fragment sequel
Stealthcobra
Member
I'm still trying to figure out the appeal to hollow Fragment... I'm trying not to give up on it... But i hate feeling totally lost all the time.
Parakeetman
No one wants a throne you've been sitting on!
Its the combat, exploration and finding loot.
Game really isnt for everyone as its more designed towards the core gaming audience as it is quite oveewhelming and if one is not good with directions they will get lost often. though latest version should have the improved maps. before the world map was fairly worthless.
Phoenix_Cypher_K1
Member
I don't see the Cross Save option in the English version yet, guess have to wait till the next patch.
deanote666
Member
So, wait... Liz is actually capable of upgrading your weapons in this!?
Phoenix_Cypher_K1
Member
Just heads up regarding DLC for the Asian English version. You can only redeem it on the SEA Playstation Store (this means Singapore/Thailand/Malaysia/Philippines/Indonesia). Apparently the English version isn't on the HK PSN so the DLC codes won't work there. Just something to note since I would assume most people holding an Asia region account for importing purposes will be on HK PSN. Someone over at GameFAQs have ran into this issue when attempting to redeem the DLC.
Parakeetman
No one wants a throne you've been sitting on!
once you get to the point where her and agil open up a shop then you can buy sell and upgrade equipment
Khrysler Jerikho
Member
I believe this has been the case for SEA Bandai Namco releases as of late. Xillia comes to my mind immediately.
Yep, it was really dumb of them not to have cross-save ready at launch, I don't know what they were thinking. Looks like it took about a month for it to come via patch.
Cornbread78
Member
Any chance this show I'll get upgraded to PS4 along with the other Tales Games at the Bamco show next month?
Parakeetman
No one wants a throne you've been sitting on!
Not sure the producer has expressed interest in a PS4 version but outside of that nothing concrete yet. That was before launch though
Cornbread78
Member
I typed "show" instead of game. Dammit, I need to cut back on my anime watching...
Well, maybe we will get surprised and Bamco will finally grow up and get their games on PS4. .