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Gravity Rush 2 Review Thread
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I was away because of work and just got caught up to the thread, but I see many people commented on my earlier post on how parts of the game made me feel (and some are upset that I haven't replied yet). I didn't want to derail or anything, instead I just shared how it made me feel. I appreciate the candid posts and do know that I read them all and take them into consideration, I just can't reply to them all with a huge wall of text (I've been lambasted for those) nor do I want to derail the thread, since it can be a sensitive issue for some and my participation can be irritating to others who wants to talk about other stuff. Perhaps later on we can just do a thread about the specific topic instead.
Anyway, congrats to the game and its developers. A lot of excellent reviews still.
I was away because of work and just got caught up to the thread, but I see many people commented on my earlier post on how parts of the game made me feel (and some are upset that I haven't replied yet). I didn't want to derail or anything, instead I just shared how it made me feel. I appreciate the candid posts and do know that I read them all and take them into consideration, I just can't reply to them all with a huge wall of text (I've been lambasted for those) nor do I want to derail the thread, since it can be a sensitive issue for some and my participation can be irritating to others who wants to talk about other stuff. Perhaps later on we can just do a thread about the specific topic instead.
Anyway, congrats to the game and its developers. A lot of excellent reviews still.
Maybe, maybe not. You're always going to get some people whose opinions greatly diverge from the norm, heck we have a massive thread on gaf dedicated to that, it doesn't mean we should be silencing those opinions on the assumption that they're only doing it for clicks and it isn't their actual opinion.
DriftingSpirit
Member
It's definitely a better experience. as it looks better and has 60 fps. But if you still have the Vita version and you're enjoying that well enough, that should suffice.
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I was away because of work and just got caught up to the thread, but I see many people commented on my earlier post on how parts of the game made me feel (and some are upset that I haven't replied yet). I didn't want to derail or anything, instead I just shared how it made me feel. I appreciate the candid posts and do know that I read them all and take them into consideration, I just can't reply to them all with a huge wall of text (I've been lambasted for those) nor do I want to derail the thread, since it can be a sensitive issue for some and my participation can be irritating to others who wants to talk about other stuff. Perhaps later on we can just do a thread about the specific topic instead.
I was going to quote you as I had saw it once I woke up, but like you, I'm like Eh... let me not derail the thread as well. As you suggested, you could always make a future topic on it, or bring it up in the OT for the game. As for myself, I'll briefly say that I saw some of the reviews point that like the first game, there was little to none of what you're inferring, barring maybe one sidequest that I need to see for myself. But of course, people see the aesthetic, and immediately assume it'll be all about that. Oh well. In general, I want to play through the whole thing before I really bother to comment further.
Spiral Insanity
Banned
With the review embargo lifting, I was expecting the game to release today..
sackboy2197
Member
Here's a link to the screenshots. I went for a zip on Drive as I couldn't order them easily on Imgur (not used to uploading many images there, if someone wants to shed some light i'd be happy to get and album done). They are taken from the Vita version, and have all the comic book parts and important dialogue (except for the first 2-3 chapters). There's also a folder for DLC (just the first pic and the "epilogue") and one for the Travellers.
Dust-by-Monday
Member
Amazon exclusive!
Kyleripman
Member
Sorry to quote myself, but does anyone know for sure about this? Having a hard time finding anything.
ExitPlanetDust
Member
Ah, that's why I vever saw it in stores. Though I guess that 2nd hand copies are a possibility.
Cheers! You are a true scholar!
edit: reading Singlor's encounters sequentially is so much better lol
Reviewer here. Can't think of much to add at the moment, but I will say that I can understand why the majority of reviews at present are falling within the 8/10 region (and higher); Gravity Rush 2 definitely feels like a game tailored more to those who've played the original rather than an attempt to attract newcomers more so. As someone who scored the game outside of the general consensus (though not by much), having read through several other reviews, no doubt the game's art-style and aesthetic is a conclusive win all-round. Currently messing about with some footage I captured during my playthrough - never really done anything with the stuff I record in the past, so why not. Here's a brief GIF to start off with. Playing about and experimenting with gravity is a time-waster but a great time-waster at that.
DigitalFoundry has a video up examining the performance of the PS4 and PS4 Pro version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=174aNCB5XiA
They have a lot of praise for the game, as it has been optimized well for both PS4 and PS4 Pro, and there's a clear improvement compared to the demo in terms of framerate. It appears very stable now at 30fps on both systems.
They have a lot of praise for the game, as it has been optimized well for both PS4 and PS4 Pro, and there's a clear improvement compared to the demo in terms of framerate. It appears very stable now at 30fps on both systems.
Reviewer here. Can't think of much to add at the moment, but I will say that I can understand why the majority of reviews at present are falling within the 8/10 region (and higher); Gravity Rush 2 definitely feels like a game tailored more to those who've played the original rather than an attempt to attract newcomers more so. As someone who scored the game outside of the general consensus (though not by much), having read through several other reviews, no doubt the game's art-style and aesthetic is a conclusive win all-round. Currently messing about with some footage I captured during my playthrough - never really done anything with the stuff I record in the past, so why not. Here's a brief GIF to start off with. Playing about and experimenting with gravity is a time-waster but a great time-waster at that.
Yea that seems to be the consensus that is forming.
If anyone answers this, I think it should be obvious, but spoiler it please lol
BRSxIgnition
Member
I've seen one review that specifically outlines that the ending is extremely clear cut, and wraps up all loose threads from both games, "As if they were told there would be no more games in the series" if I remember right.
Robert at Zeboyd Games
Banned
He's been working on Gravity Rush for years now, I wouldn't be surprised if Toyama wants to work on something else now. The big question now is will it be lighter far like Gravity Rush or survival/horror like Silent Hill & Siren or something completely different.
Can't watch at the moment but is there anything about supersampling on the Pro for 1080p TVs?
DriftingSpirit
Member
http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1332551
The OP of that thread has bullet point details.
Well whatever it is, guess I gotta keep my eye on it lol
Fantastic. Very good to see.
DriftingSpirit
Member
I'm not down with horror games but if that is what Toyama wants to do, by all means. I'll support him.
What on earth? Sony first party has been on a non-stop win for a while now, and I totally include TLG in that.
And that's for the best. I love Kat, but the man needs to work other stuff.
ronaldthump
Member
Yes, please move a lotta copies!
That's also a question that's been on my mind so I gathered some information on that. Be warned that even though I don't know the details about the ending yet either (and I'd like to keep it that way), I consider the following answer to be a spoiler nonetheless.
From what I could gather from various reviews, and some questions I asked to someone who finished the game, it appears to wrap up Kat's story in a bittersweet way. So it doesn't appear to be intended for a continuation. It's what I had expected given earlier comments from the devs that this game would conclude Kat's story, although I think I'm not the only one who doesn't want her story to end already.
Some of the reviews I've read already revealed a bit too much about the ending, and I probably would have been better off not reading those. I'd really like to know how it all ends, but I'll probably be avoiding more spoilers until I get to play the game. I might end up rushing through the main storyline in my first playthrough though.
SolidSnakex
Member
At E3 they mentioned that before any of the games were released they came up with a story for Kat, and that story ended up being split in two. GR would tell the first part and GR2 would be the conclusion. It doesn't necessarily mean that they won't make another game or that Kat can't be the star, but it seems like they at least wanted to be able to tell a story that could be wrapped up neatly in two games.
With that said, Toyama has mentioned that GR was actually the first game that he ever wanted to make. So, I don't think he'll ever really move completely away from it. But he's made no secret about the fact that he wants to make a new horror game. I'd expect him to re-explore that genre next. I'm excited about that as he has perhaps the most unique take on horror in gaming given that he created Silent Hill and Siren.
Just in case anyone doesn't want to see my direct response, but I'm not giving any actual details:
.....Not quite......
BRSxIgnition
Member
After about 10 minutes of searching I couldn't find exactly which review I got that from, but I do remember seeing something to that effect, though maybe it's context was different.
I'll do some searching, but part of me is
definitely glad that that this may not be the last we see of Gravity Rush.
Let me be clear: I'm not trying to say that you're quoting the review wrong, I'm saying that that's my reply to their comment if you got their statement correct.
DaxMedFlax
Member
Very pleased to see these reviews! Can't wait.
Judging from the quote I believe you're referring to the Ars Technica review. It's one of the most spoiler-heavy reviews out there at the moment in terms of the game's ending. That said, I don't think
they say it's "extremely clear cut"
BRSxIgnition
Member
Thanks for the assistance, you're right.
To clear up any confusion, their take on the ending is:
"Gravity Rush 2 closes the book so tightly on its own fiction, it's as if someone told the developers there would be no more sequels. That makes for a satisfying, if bittersweetnot to mention bonkersclosing to the series' proper console debut."
and
"The ending leaves no plot hole, or story beat, unexplored."
If he's making a horror game again I am so on board for this. If he's doing it with PS VR, I am on board x 10, but with medicine to take care of the heart condition I'll acquire afterwards. The original Silent Hill is still one of the greatest horror experiences I've ever had in a game, and the work he did on Siren was brilliant. I still feel really bad about Siren: Blood Curse. It came at a bad time in the PS3's life, when people still weren't really big on digital only games, but it's one of the absolute best horror games of the last console generation. Let him get back to horror, my imminent heart attack is worth it.
esmith08734
Member
I wish I could get into this game because of the art style and the music but I played the demo and the controls were just off to me. Floating and falling from platform to platform never really lined up correctly. I guess it takes practice.
DriftingSpirit
Member
Yeah, I think it is a system you have to play around with. It took me a bit to get the hang of it in the remaster but once I got to that point, it was smooth sailing from there.
Someone actually gave the game a 30? The ol' 3 out of 10? I can't WAIT to read this review. Those kind of scores always indicate a buggy and broken shitfest. At least they used to!
First impression - He was late for the review deadline.
Second impression - He's monumentally fucking dense and should find another hobby.
First impression - He was late for the review deadline.
Second impression - He's monumentally fucking dense and should find another hobby.
LastMinuteHero
Member
Yes this is a thing you have to practice around with
PuppetMaster
Member
Just put in my pre order pn PSN. Lets do this!