Platforms:
Xbox One, Windows 10
Release Date: December 8th, 2016
Developer: Motiga
Publisher: Microsoft/Perfect World Entertainment
Genre: Action MOBA
ESRB: Teen--Violence and Blood
Price: FREE TO PLAY
PC System Requirements
Minimum
OS: Windows 10 version 10240.0 or higher
Architecture: x64
DirectX: Version 11.1
Memory: 6 GB RAM
CPU: 2.6 GHz Processor
GPU: Geforce GTX 580 or AMD HD 6990 or higher
HDD Space: 10 GB (~5 GB actual download size as of 12.10.2016)
OS: Windows 10 version 10240.0 or higher
Architecture: x64
DirectX: Version 11.1
Memory: 8 GB RAM
CPU: 3.2 GHz Processor
GPU: Geforce GTX 580 or AMD HD 6990 or higher
HDD Space: 10 GB (~5 GB actual download size as of 12.10.2016)
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What is Gigantic?
As defined by the official game FAQ, Gigantic is a third-person shooter with MOBA-esque elements where you fight alongside a massive Guardian against an enemy team. Players must kill opponents, destroy creatures, and collect power orbs to fuel their Guardian's attack and take home victory.
(The link should take you where you need to go.)
Maps available in the Beta
That's all nice, but how do you play Gigantic?
If all you want to know is how to run, shoot, and the very basic of the fundamentals, the in-game tutorial is for you. However, as known for many months--well since the Closed Beta--said tutorial does very little to actually teach people how to win in Gigantic (though it is getting better). While there aren't many useful guides around to help, there are many people in this very thread who can either point you in the right direction or lend some hands-on help to get you where you need to be.
The basics, however, are this: Kill enemy players, kill their summoned creatures, and collect power orbs to fill the yellow Power meter at the top of the screen. When that meter is full, your Guardian will attack the other Guardian and allow you to actually damage it for a brief window of time. Wound the enemy Guardian three times and claim victory of the day.
FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions
I prefer not to use the Windows 10 Store. Is there anywhere else I can play the game?
Gigantic has a standard Win32 package available through Perfect World's Arc platform on Windows 7, Windows 8, and Windows 10. Unfortunately, however, only the Xbox One and UWP Windows 10 versions of the game have access to the Open Beta. When the game fully launches, the Arc version will open up, as well.
Since the game is F2P, does that mean I have to unlock characters?
Yes. All characters in Gigantic must be unlocked using either Crowns--the grindable in-game currency--or Rubies--the paid-for currency. Characters are priced according to their difficulty, and you can generally grind out the necessary crowns for a low-priced hero in around five games.
If the game is available for UWP Windows 10 and Xbox One, does that mean it's a Play Anywhere title?
Yes! Gigantic features full cross-save and cross-play between both Windows 10 and Xbox One. And don't worry too much about imbalance due to control preference--pure shooting characters share the roster with full melee ones, and are balanced out accordingly. It's more action game than shooter.
Do I need an Xbox Live Gold membership to play?
Only when playing on Xbox One. If you choose to play on PC, you can play online, party up with friends, et cetera, free of charge.
Is there any DLC available for this game?
Yes. During the Open Beta, Motiga has made a Founder's Pack available for purchase. It gives you permanent access to all 16 current heroes, 4 upcoming heroes, two limited edition "Imperial" skins--one for Tyto the Swift and one for Charnok--and two exclusive Founder's profile icons.
How much is the Founder's Pack?
$39.99 USD, pricing may vary depending on region.
Can I still purchase the Founder's Pack after the game launches?
No. The Founder's Pack is only availble during the Open Beta period.
Where do I submit feedback/bugs that I find in the game?
Use the official Gigantic forums on Arc here.
Are there patch notes available for the current build of the game?
Yup. Check right here.
Is there an official list of known issues?
Known issues are always updated in the patch notes for every update Gigantic recieves. The current known issues are here.
Other Useful Things
Windows 10 Store Link: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/store/p/gigantic/bnzn0x4r6tmr
Xbox Store Link: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/store/p/gigantic-game-preview/bnzn0x4r6tmr
There is a GiganticGAF Club on Xbox. To join, PM me your gamertag so I know if the requests are coming from GAFers, then go to the Club page (search for GiganticGAF in the Clubs section of the Xbox app, or the Club section under Community on Xbox One) and request an invite. I'll add you as soon as I'm able.
See you guys on the battleground!