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Unit 13 |OT|
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It should be, all SCE games have a 10% discount.
Noisepurge
Member
excellent, might be more tempted to buy this quick mission based game as a digital copy more than a box one.
Vol5
Member
Well, I think I'll pick this up. I keep going back to the demo and can see myself turning obsessed with beating each of my mission scores. The boss battles look like an interesting addition.
Controls are tight, it's fun. The graphics definitely could be better but it's no show-stopper.
Controls are tight, it's fun. The graphics definitely could be better but it's no show-stopper.
Hey! I am not sure whether I am getting the game but I really liked the demo so hopefully will be picking this up. I am curious though if you are Filipino since that is my grandfather's name haha. Regardless, I'd be adding you up so look out for my PSN: KooPaL-
DenogginizerOS
BenjaminBirdie's Thomas Jefferson
Agreed. I can't imagine the fallout if he trashes Unit 13 but admits he didn't finish. I suppose it is possible, but I can't imagine describing Unit 13's controls as being bad. Should be interesting.
cjtiger300
Member
Can't wait!!!!!! I hope Grace Chen hits the button for Unit 13 and MLB the Show at Midnight!!!!! I'm not sure i'm I'm going DD on The Show, but I know I am on Unit 13. It just seems so convenient for the Daily Challenges and stuff. Hell, DD might be the way to go for MLB to. Just punch the Icon and get a few RTTS games in!!!! Man I love this Vita!!!!!
I think the obsession with finishing a game is overblown. Especially with this game, where you have a set of standalone missions. What difference does it make whether you finish 30 or 40 missions, it's not like you will suddenly rate the game way higher.
And I do not like the controls either. I like the control OPTIONS, such as taking cover, jumping over it, zoom, with the subtle touch add, but aiming itself feels too loose. I tweaked the rotation and acceleration speed but doesn't really solve the issue.
I have the full game btw, for review as well.
Hispanicguy
Member
Just picked a copy (along with Rayman Origins). Comes with an online pass. Let's fire this baby up!
addyb
Member
Impressions please.
Hispanicguy
Member
Update 1.01 is up:
"Co-op improvements"
"Added polish to targeting transition"
Daily challenges are already up.
Co-op is up and running. Saw a few games but haven't joined one yet.
There's a news feed which shows who's the leader/top score in the daily challenge as well as things you unlocked and when people post up new scores. Also, in the news feed, it said a new mission was unlocked. So I checked and mission 10 was unlocked, even though I have only played mission 1 lol. Guess it's that NEAR function they were talking about.
As for the controls, I guess you can say they aren't PERFECT but they're damn good. It'll take you just a few minutes to get the hang of things. I turned the sensitivity all the way up cause that's what I usually do in shooters but maybe i'll turn it down a little bit to help myself aim better. Aiming would be the only "complaint" i have with the controls but even then, it's not a big deal for me and it's not a game breaker. It's a matter of getting use to it and probably finding the right sensitivity but switching weapons..reloading..cover..everything else shouldnt give you a problem.
All I've played is the first mission and that was a good 10 minutes or so. As this is my first time with the game, I'll be taking my time with things so times will vary. 2nd mission was much shorter though. (you'll see what I'm talking about in the youtube video I posted below).
I played the regular mission then the dynamic mission. In terms of the difference, one thing I noticed was that during the dynamic missions, there looked to be more enemies and some of them even have grenade launchers lol. That was surprising. I haven't played dynamic a 2nd time so I can't say how different things would be that time.
A.I. doesn't seem dumb. Don't know how later levels play out but from what I've played, if they saw me they would shoot, or run and take cover or even try to come around me. If they "see something" they'll be on alert. Think MGS. After a few, they'll go back to their positions.
Yes, not the prettiest game but who cares? Still looks good in motion.
I'll be playing more in a few..more missions and going back to past missions and trying to increase my score/understand the scoring mechanic...and I'm looking forward to that.
Is it worth buying? Personally, yes. Even moreso with that $10 coupon Gamestop is giving. As a fan of the Socom PSP games, I was very much looking forward to this game since this game reminded me of those days and the demo made me even more excited. That right stick is a blessing with a game like this. No where close to beating this game and I already await a sequel.
Here's a video of the 2nd mission. Really short compared to the first mission but it can be longer if you choose to take out the other enemies to increase your score.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gj3-rtOXMgw&list=UUn7zG2coW7eplGKYZAtcZrw&index=1&feature=plcp
Here are a couple of pics I took:
"Co-op improvements"
"Added polish to targeting transition"
Daily challenges are already up.
Co-op is up and running. Saw a few games but haven't joined one yet.
There's a news feed which shows who's the leader/top score in the daily challenge as well as things you unlocked and when people post up new scores. Also, in the news feed, it said a new mission was unlocked. So I checked and mission 10 was unlocked, even though I have only played mission 1 lol. Guess it's that NEAR function they were talking about.
As for the controls, I guess you can say they aren't PERFECT but they're damn good. It'll take you just a few minutes to get the hang of things. I turned the sensitivity all the way up cause that's what I usually do in shooters but maybe i'll turn it down a little bit to help myself aim better. Aiming would be the only "complaint" i have with the controls but even then, it's not a big deal for me and it's not a game breaker. It's a matter of getting use to it and probably finding the right sensitivity but switching weapons..reloading..cover..everything else shouldnt give you a problem.
All I've played is the first mission and that was a good 10 minutes or so. As this is my first time with the game, I'll be taking my time with things so times will vary. 2nd mission was much shorter though. (you'll see what I'm talking about in the youtube video I posted below).
I played the regular mission then the dynamic mission. In terms of the difference, one thing I noticed was that during the dynamic missions, there looked to be more enemies and some of them even have grenade launchers lol. That was surprising. I haven't played dynamic a 2nd time so I can't say how different things would be that time.
A.I. doesn't seem dumb. Don't know how later levels play out but from what I've played, if they saw me they would shoot, or run and take cover or even try to come around me. If they "see something" they'll be on alert. Think MGS. After a few, they'll go back to their positions.
Yes, not the prettiest game but who cares? Still looks good in motion.
I'll be playing more in a few..more missions and going back to past missions and trying to increase my score/understand the scoring mechanic...and I'm looking forward to that.
Is it worth buying? Personally, yes. Even moreso with that $10 coupon Gamestop is giving. As a fan of the Socom PSP games, I was very much looking forward to this game since this game reminded me of those days and the demo made me even more excited. That right stick is a blessing with a game like this. No where close to beating this game and I already await a sequel.
Here's a video of the 2nd mission. Really short compared to the first mission but it can be longer if you choose to take out the other enemies to increase your score.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gj3-rtOXMgw&list=UUn7zG2coW7eplGKYZAtcZrw&index=1&feature=plcp
Here are a couple of pics I took:
TriniTrin
war of titties grampa
Its hard when they keep giving me demos.... hahaa
My minds telling me noooo
but my wallet
my wallet is telling me yesssss
but my wallet
my wallet is telling me yesssss
I just played a co-op mission and a couple solo missions. Online worked perfectly, got connected quick, voice chat was smooth and the mission was fun. I did the second mission also. It's a stealth mission, infil, steal the goods, exfil. It was over in like 3 minutes, perfect for a portable. I get a strong The Club meets MGS vibe from this, really digging it. Thumbs up so far.
What are the daily challenges like? (Or at least, what's today's one like?) If they're pretty different to the normal missions then it could be amazing, but if they're just specific iterations of the dynamic missions set up for everyone to do then that's not so great (but still good).
Noisepurge
Member
i have the exact opposite
I get some weird Rainbow Sixish vibes from this. More games nowadays should just have canned separate missions and no real straightforward storyline.Sephiroth503
Member
Played the demo and loved it. Will defo pick up. If any Irish-GAF are reading I'd be up for some Co-op. Might take a look on Boards for any takers too!
Hunter-Zero
Member
Now I'm really close to the platinum. Only things left are one co-op game and getting everybody to level 10 (3 more characters).
Some questions:
-Is lenghty enough?
-How is the structure of the multiplayer mode? specific missions? if that is the case, are there plenty of them? because the coop is one the main reasons for me to get this.
The_Darkest_Red
Member
If it's anything like the normal SEN update it should be somewhere in the 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM range (EST). They don't always hit that time frame though (too narrow).
Review embargo is up in 90 minutes, if that might be some indication for you.
Sephiroth503
Member
Good stuff. I seriously hope Greg Miller's review isn't the one giving out about bad controls. I thought the game controlled especially well, better than the shooting in UC minus the gyro assist.
The_Darkest_Red
Member
I actually thought the controls were the biggest strength of the game based on the demo. They aren't quite as solid as the controls in a good shooter on PS3/360 but I see that as more of a hardware limitation than a problem with the game.
Sephiroth503
Member
Yeah, I really liked the controls. And to be fair the analog sticks are just something to get used to really.
I think this idea of game, with the way it's implementing scoring and leaderboards is excellent for Vita.
The_Darkest_Red
Member
I definitely adjusted to the sticks as I used them (playing through all of Uncharted with gyro assist and aim assist off) but they will never be as good as the sticks on a console controller because of their limited movement range. Still, they work well and it's hard to complain after playing so many TPS's on the PSP.
Sephiroth503
Member
I definitely adjusted to the sticks as I used them (playing through all of Uncharted with gyro assist and aim assist off) but they will never be as good as the sticks on a console controller because of their limited movement range. Still, they work well and it's hard to complain after playing so many TPS's on the PSP.
True that, would love Peace Walker HD and am hoping we'll hear more about Retribution's updating for Vita. Would be god like with smooth aiming.
Blue Submarine No. 6
Member
Is an actual update confirmed? or are we just guessing based on the fact they pulled Retribution off PSN and it seems a natural given the DS3 control mode they had in the original?
Lord Griegous
Member
Anyone knows if it is possible to change the language in the demo? I hate translated versions and and the one I downloaded from the spanish PSN defaulted to spanish.
Sephiroth503
Member
I was under the impression that Sony announced a number of titles would be getting updated versions to account for Vita's dual sticks, Retribution being one of them.
I could be wrong though. Also the fact that Bend had proposed a Retribution sequel before being put on Golden Abyss gives me hope will see a Retribution of some sort.
Maastricht
Member
Most games will take the language that your Vita is configured to, if they support multiple languages in their download. If you've got your system in English, then I guess Unit 13's Spanish demo you downloaded doesn't have all the languages included.
Lord Griegous
Member
Yeah, that seems to be the case with this one. What I really hate is that nowhere in the description is the fact mentioned. At least it is a demo.
This is the reason I am sometimes not willing to buy stuff on the PSN and go retail. You can not always be sure that what you get will be multilingual.
Not sure about the final version, but the review code was split into about 3 different downloads, each with a 'pack' of languages included.
Just had my first co-op experience, and holy shit, I'm going to love playing multiplayer shooters on Vita. The voice chat is really solid, and the timed mission we had was a blast to get through. We had to communicate all match to get to the end of the 15 minute level.
Loving Unit 13!!
Loving Unit 13!!
addyb
Member
Sounds absolutely brilliant. I cannot wait!
joeygreco1985
Member
I wish the framerate was better. Seemed very rocky in the demo
Vol5
Member
That's the kind of bonus Sony need to offer on digital copies if they are going to charge full whack. A couple of days (or weeks) head start would be a great sweetener.
The_Darkest_Red
Member
7.5 from IGN, basically what I expected.
"Bite-sized SOCOM"
"Bite-sized SOCOM"
Really? I thought it was about as predictable as they come. The game got knocked for some AI issues and a lack of story and "soul." Both of those seem like valid complaints based on what I saw in the demo.
batmandarkknight
Member
seriously shocked with IGNs review
addyb
Member
Eurogamer review up.
http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2012-03-06-unit-13-review
8/10
Quite pleased this is starting to get some good reviews. My prediction is the end metacritic score will be 81%
http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2012-03-06-unit-13-review
8/10
Quite pleased this is starting to get some good reviews. My prediction is the end metacritic score will be 81%