[chubigans]

Some great news here: while the game runs below Vita's native resolution during gameplay, it runs at full resolution everywhere else in the game. That means the Krypt, Necropolis and other extra areas run at the proper Vita resolution, so that the text for the extras are super sharp and the unlocked art looks fantastic.

Lovin' the game so far despite sinking tons of hours in the PS3 version.

[btkadams]

Some great news here: while the game runs below Vita's native resolution during gameplay, it runs at full resolution everywhere else in the game. That means the Krypt, Necropolis and other extra areas run at the proper Vita resolution, so that the text for the extras are super sharp and the unlocked art looks fantastic. Lovin' the game so far despite sinking tons of hours in the PS3 version.

great to hear! mine is downloading now. i actually had planned on getting the ps3 version once it went down in price (since i don't play too many fighting games), but forgot about it. the vita version is perfect for me.

[dallow_bg]

If you put it in sleep mode by pressing the button, yes. If you let the screen timeout by itself, no.

No, the last update changed that.

Edit: to clarify, I mean it will download even if you force it to sleep

[WonkyPanda]

No, the last update changed that.

Wait. Really? So, now it never downloads in sleep?

[btkadams]

Wait. Really? So, now it never downloads in sleep?

no. it downloads in sleep.

[KaYotiX]

So GaF goes from "omg this game is a low rez POS" to OMFG ITS AMAZING!!!!


Kinda funny.

[WonkyPanda]

no. it downloads in sleep.

Ah. Excellent!

[Adr1an]

Nice to see it getting good reviews.

Never bought the console versions so I'm gonna pick up this version instead

[Scalpel Knight]

I have this on PS3 already, but decided to double dip despite the initial awful reception of the graphics. Glad I did, the character models aren't the greatest but it's fine in motion and it's pretty much like the console versions otherwise. Got it digitally so it's always on my memory card. The Challenge Tower translates well to a portable system. This will get loads of playtime from me.

[Henry Jones Jr]

I hope they use the Vita's D-pad on the PS4 controller, it seems to work great here.

[OJdaKiller]

So how is online play? I'm not familiar with how it was on the console version. Playable, not playable, top notch, or awful?

[impact]

So how is online play? I'm not familiar with how it was on the console version. Playable, not playable, top notch, or awful?

I played a couple matches and it seems on par with the console version. People online are still awful though.

[OJdaKiller]

People online are still awful though.

Sounds like I'll fit right in..lol

[Baconsammy]

I hope they use the Vita's D-pad on the PS4 controller, it seems to work great here.

It's great here and it's great in Lumines. I've used tons of dpads in my gaming lifetime, and this one is far and away the best.

[OmegaZero]

Didn't see an option for system link co-op though. Is that missing?

Am wondering this too.

[impact]

I played a guy that was 9-0 and almost double flawless'd him. TELEPORT PUNCH IS NOT SAFE ON BLOCK PEOPLE.

[everthustodeadbeats]

Can you turn off that wiping blood off the screen thing? I bet someone covered this, but I'm a busy man and I have achieved anyway, despite not having the use of my legs.

[Kai Dracon]

Downloaded it, quick impressions:

- graphics are not as bad on Vita screen and in motion, you can't see lighting or some shader effects in still shots. Importantly stuff like character effects, smoke, fire, projectiles, are not the SUPER low res texture replacements Capcom used in UMVC3. IMO the visual tradeoffs here are more balanced. Not as lopsided a port.

- Frame rate is rock solid 60fps during gameplay. Drops to steady 30fps during x-rays and real time fight intros / outros and during fatalities. Same as Tekken on PSP. Doesn't seem jarring, it's basically "cut scene mode".

- Sound is perfect, clean, all voices and music tracks seem there.

- Vita d-pad proves its gldk superiority yet again, game plays so well on it. Isn't it weird to keep saying this about a portable Sony system? LOL!

- Swipe to trigger fatalities is actually cool and makes them easier to do without moving your character or hitting the wrong button.

- Yep, it's full of Kontent (tm), stupid amounts of it. Bonus challenge tower uses the (formerly) DLC characters.

- If you didn't have the PS3 version, Kratos is a blast to play. He's fun and he fits surprisingly well, in the same way Freddy fits MK's universe like a bladed glove.

- Online play is more basic, doesn't have giant text lobbies or endless battle rooms, but it may play better than the console versions by a tad based on what I tried.

- A bit disappointed that augmented reality mode is limited to a training stage gimmick, as the early koncept screens for the game showed the fighters overlayed onto reality with effects to make them seem like they were digging into the (real) ground and such. Could have been cool.

I think it's too bad they didn't offer a digital discount, but it's hard to knock the game. The visual presentation is more balanced than UMVC3, it plays flawlessly, and has a stupid amount of kontent.

BlazBlue is still the best Vita fighting game IMO in terms of being perfect in every area and has more modes that relate to primary gameplay rather than tons of mini-games. MK comes in a very close second, but it's more mainstream in its appeal so factor that in.

Can you turn off that wiping blood off the screen thing? I bet someone covered this, but I'm a busy man and I have achieved anyway, despite not having the use of my legs.

Bloody screen is a bonus game I think, doesn't happen during normal play.

[chubigans]

Just did the bonus challenge tower with Scorpion Vs the Bear.

This game was so worth the money. Bwahaha

[everthustodeadbeats]

Downloaded it, quick impressions: - graphics are not as bad on Vita screen and in motion, you can't see lighting or some shader effects in still shots. Importantly stuff like character effects, smoke, fire, projectiles, are not the SUPER low res texture replacements Capcom used in UMVC3. IMO the visual tradeoffs here are more balanced. Not as lopsided a port. - Frame rate is rock solid 60fps during gameplay. Drops to steady 30fps during x-rays and real time fight intros / outros and during fatalities. Same as Tekken on PSP. Doesn't seem jarring, it's basically "cut scene mode". - Sound is perfect, clean, all voices and music tracks seem there. - Vita d-pad proves its gldk superiority yet again, game plays so well on it. Isn't it weird to keep saying this about a portable Sony system? LOL! - Swipe to trigger fatalities is actually cool and makes them easier to do without moving your character or hitting the wrong button. - Yep, it's full of Kontent (tm), stupid amounts of it. Bonus challenge tower uses the (formerly) DLC characters. - If you didn't have the PS3 version, Kratos is a blast to play. He's fun and he fits surprisingly well, in the same way Freddy fits MK's universe like a bladed glove. - Online play is more basic, doesn't have giant text lobbies or endless battle rooms, but it may play better than the console versions by a tad based on what I tried. - A bit disappointed that augmented reality mode is limited to a training stage gimmick, as the early koncept screens for the game showed the fighters overlayed onto reality with effects to make them seem like they were digging into the (real) ground and such. Could have been cool. I think it's too bad they didn't offer a digital discount, but it's hard to knock the game. The visual presentation is more balanced than UMVC3, it plays flawlessly, and has a stupid amount of kontent. BlazBlue is still the best Vita fighting game IMO in terms of being perfect in every area and has more modes that relate to primary gameplay rather than tons of mini-games. MK comes in a very close second, but it's more mainstream in its appeal so factor that in. Bloody screen is a bonus game I think, doesn't happen during normal play.

Outstanding writeup. You've covered nearly every aspect of the game and now I can make a decision. Bravo!

[impact]

someone needs to make a list of PSNs yo esports

[Poimandres]

So I'm an Australian, where the man has decided this game is not fit for public consumption.

Would there be anything stopping me from nabbing this from the US PSN store?

[chubigans]

So I'm an Australian, where the man has decided this game is not fit for public consumption. Would there be anything stopping me from nabbing this from the US PSN store?

I don't see what would! But I don't know how regional accounts work on the vita.

[OJdaKiller]

Would there be anything stopping me from nabbing this from the US PSN store?

Your own conscience.

[DoctorWho]

So I'm an Australian, where the man has decided this game is not fit for public consumption. Would there be anything stopping me from nabbing this from the US PSN store?

You basically have to reset your Vita every time you want to switch country accounts. Not recommended.

[ReaperXL07]

someone needs to make a list of PSNs yo esports

If people would like to add their PSN to the thread i'd be happy to keep a list in the OP, but thats up the others. Mine is ReaperXL7 for anyone that would like to add me, probably won't be able to play much for a couple of days as i've got some other stuff coming up, but i'd be happy to play with anyone that would like to when I can.

[Poimandres]

You basically have to reset your Vita every time you want to switch country accounts. Not recommended.

Im already using a US PSN account, so that's not an issue!

Im mainly concerned they will block me from playing online or something.

[Alligatorjandro]

Glad to hear all the good things said about this game.Cant wait to pick it up

[pickle]

Was totally worthy of memory space. This game is just plain fun.

[DoctorWho]

How do I save in the story mode?

Edit: Ah, it's auto saving!

[bobbytkc]

So GaF goes from "omg this game is a low rez POS" to OMFG ITS AMAZING!!!! Kinda funny.

This is the way it should be. Graphic whores shouldn't be gaming on a handheld anyway, gameplay is good means game is good, period.

[SteeloDMZ]

How do I save in the story mode? Edit: Ah, it's auto saving!

It saves automatically.

Meanwhile, I still have 1G to go :(

[pickle]

How do I save in the story mode?

wondering now. i played through the first few characters in the singleplayer.. * checks vita * it saved automatically after you win your respective bouts with the character .

[bobbytkc]

So I'm an Australian, where the man has decided this game is not fit for public consumption. Would there be anything stopping me from nabbing this from the US PSN store?

No, but it would be pretty troublesome to switch between accounts. I'd suggest that you switch to a US account permanently, since I don't think the australian store would be cheaper anyway.

[DoctorWho]

This is probably my favorite portable fighter since DOA: Dimensions. I was addicted to that a year ago. So much fun.

[Pylon_Trooper]

No, but it would be pretty troublesome to switch between accounts. I'd suggest that you switch to a US account permanently, since I don't think the australian store would be cheaper anyway.

Ol' Poimandres is a US PSN account holder solely on Vita. It's the way to go.

[ReaperXL07]

ok so I added a spot in the OP for PSN IDs, if anyone wants to put theirs up to play other Gaffers either post them here or PM me and i'll add your Id to the list.

[Dacvak]

There's so much freaking content in this game. I will never get to it all.

[DoctorWho]

Curious to see if there is any Near gifting with this.

[fernoca]

A few reminders:
-Story Mode saves automatically
-If some fights are too cheap, you can change the difficulty of it
-Story Mode is a one time affair; meaning that you can't revisit chapters later or at specific points and when finished; the next time you return you'll start right at the beginning.
-You can unlock character's alt costume (at least for the original roster + Kratos) by beating Ladder Mode
-Said costumes can also be purchased on The Krypt
-Beating Ladder Mode also unlocks said character ending
-If you choose to beat Ladder Mode to unlock an alt, beating it on Tag Ladder unlocks the costumes for both characters; but not the second character's ending.
-After unlocking an alt-costume, you need to go to Nekropolis to said character's model to "unlock" their item. That item is what unlocks the costume.
-New costumes are unlocked on the new Challenge Tower
-Beating the original Challenge tower unlocks a costume Flesh Pit Mileena

And to have some fun playing with others online... from the original OT:

• Klassic Music: 1-0-1 / 1-0-1
• Armless Kombat: 9-1-1 / 9-1-1
• Blocking Disabled: 0-2-0 / 0-2-0
• Breakers Disabled: 0-9-0 / 0-9-0
• Dark Kombat: 0-2-2 / 0-2-2
• Double Dash: 3-9-1 / 1-9-3
• Dream Kombat: 2-2-2 /: 5-5-5
• Enhance Moves Disabled: 0-5-1 / 1-5-0
• Explosive Kombat: 2-2-7 / 2-2-7
• Foreground Objects Disabled: 0-0-1 / 0-0-1
• Headless Kombat: 8-0-8 / 8-0-8
• Health Recovery: 0-1-2 / 0-1-2
• Hyper Fighting: 0-9-1 / 0-9-1
• Invisible Kombat: 7-7-0 / 7-7-0
• Jumping Disabled: 8-3-1 / 8-3-1
• Combos Disabled: 9-3-1 / 9-3-1
• No Blood: 9-0-0 / 9-0-0
• Player 2 Half Health: 0-0-0 / 1-1-0
• Power Bars Disabled: 4-0-4 / 4-0-4
• Psycho Kombat: 7-0-7 / 7-0-7
• Quick Uppercut Recovery: 3-0-3 / 3-0-3
• Rainbow Kombat: 2-3-4 / 2-3-4
• Sans Power: 0-4-4 / 4-4-0
• Silent Kombat: 3-0-0 / 3-0-0
• Specials Disabled: 7-3-1 /: 7-3-1
• Super Recovery: 1-2-3 / 1-2-3
• Throwing Disabled: 1-0-0 / 1-0-0
• Throwing Encouraged: 0-1-0 / 0-1-0
• Tournament Mode: 1-1-1 / 1-1-1
• Unlimited Super Meter: 4-6-6 / 4-6-6
• Vampire Kombat: 4-2-4 / 4-2-4
• X-Rays Disabled: 2-4-2 / 2-4-2
• Zombie Kombat: 6-6-6 / 6-6-6

And voice chat seems to work against randoms too.

Last reminder...Babalities need to be performed in order to see on the moves list. And to perform one you can't block an attack (You can block but as long as you're not hit you'll be fine).

[Square Triangle]

I hate reading GAF, you assholes hype everything up and my wallet begs for mercy.

[KillGore]

I hope they use the Vita's D-pad on the PS4 controller, it seems to work great here.

I can honestly say that IMO, the Vita has the best D-pad I've ever used.

[VanWinkle]

I can honestly say that IMO, the Vita has the best D-pad I've ever used.

Agreed. I might have to get this game after hearing the reviews and impressions in here. Argh.

[Skilletor]

I can honestly say that IMO, the Vita has the best D-pad I've ever used.

Agreed.

[famousmortimer]

I made a video of it - complete with giant blownup reverse-bullshot in the post and you see me taking the picture in the video... so you can see the disconnect.


It's about 24 minutes long, include arcade play, story mode, Vita Challenge Tower and one match of online play.


There is, unfortunately, some bad interlacing at parts. My camera clearly doesn't like 60FPS :/


http://foryourvitahype.com/2012/05/0...mortal-kombat/

[impact]

I can honestly say that IMO, the Vita has the best D-pad I've ever used.

I have big hands so I wish it was a little bigger, but yea it's pretty amazing for 2D games and fighting games.


Finally played some good people online, which is great. Lots of Reptiles though, no one does the stylin' ChrisG combo.

[AgentOtaku]

arrrggh, this thread is gonna make me caaave

[MDSLKTR]

So GaF goes from "omg this game is a low rez POS" to OMFG ITS AMAZING!!!! Kinda funny.

Reggie avatars did that. The others knew that the game would deliver.

[Forsaken82]

- A bit disappointed that augmented reality mode is limited to a training stage gimmick, as the early koncept screens for the game showed the fighters overlayed onto reality with effects to make them seem like they were digging into the (real) ground and such. Could have been cool.

What "early concept" Screens are you referring to? I hope you aren't referring to that trailer a few months back...

[Henry Jones Jr]

I beat the ladder mode for Scorpion earlier and did not get his alt costume. Is something different? I never saw the message about getting his harpoon or anything. I went to the crypt and selected him, but still nothing.