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ARMS Global Testpunch Thread: Let's see if this has LEGS
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AcademicSaucer
Member
P2P?
Yep. My muscle memory from Punch Out Wii motion controls kicked in right away. I'm surprised so many are having issues (other than connectivity--I have the fasted internet I can get here and I'm still getting kicked out half the time. Super annoying.).
I'm really impressed. Can't wait to play more of this with more modes, more characters and more ARMS. I feel like I'm getting used to certain characters already (Master Mummy is a beast! Love him with the faster ARMS!) and I can't wait to try out the rest of the ARMS users.
3 For Alls are GREAT. You just have to out think your opponents. Don't let anyone hide. Try to make your opponents start fighting one another. Those were the most fun I've had and I loved everything about this game.
What I've learned:
1. You can't beat me in a 3-For-All
2. You CAN beat me in a free for all
3. I am god damned unstoppable one on one
4. I cannot win V-Ball to save my life
5. Mechanica is my main.
AquaWateria
Member
I can imagine some people are throwing their arms like a madmen with motion controls even though that isn't how you do it.
catpurrcat
Member
Weird game. Volleyball is boring, 2v2 is so good! Looking forward to the campaign, it has potential to be Punch Out version 3.0 if The characters end up distinct
……forgetit
Member
Played both ways, motion controls are more fun but the pro controller makes you win outside of straight clusterfucks.
lovely ladies
Member
I had no trouble playing with the default handheld controls with no shoulder buttons involved.
BBWCongaLine
Member
The quick matching lobby is amazing
3 for all sucks
Mechanica is legit af
Game is over all good. I'm sold.
3 for all sucks
Mechanica is legit af
Game is over all good. I'm sold.
Primethius
Banned
Mechanica is the fucking BEST.
titiklabingapat
Member
Sorry, that was me!
Mr. Pointy
Member
FFA is fine if you know how to switch targets, which is Up d-button or right stick.
ARMS is basically the boxing version of Virtual On. I imagine there's more depth in there, but I'm waiting for the rest of the arms to be useable.
ARMS is basically the boxing version of Virtual On. I imagine there's more depth in there, but I'm waiting for the rest of the arms to be useable.
Schnozberry
Member
I do not think the person is being dismissive, but rather questioning the rather weird statement. 1-2 Switch, with it's obvious production values, should have been a pack in title. Saying ARMS should be is really not a logical stance, but rather an inflammatory statement looking for a response: and the person got it.
OrbitalBeard
Member
Thanks for all the replies regarding traditional controls.
I loved the motion controls, but it's good to know the standard control setup is good for when I play in portable mode.
I loved the motion controls, but it's good to know the standard control setup is good for when I play in portable mode.
Jubenhimer
Member
So what are the general consensus for the motion controls? I'm seeing a mix of yay and nay here.
Game plays great, servers are stable and I even found my main 
Went something like 10-2 with Mechanica. Still debating if I will buy it though, I am really no good on any fighting game
Will definitely buy all the amiibos if they release them though Nintendo can always find a way into my wallet.
Just adding: played for almost 40 mins in portable mode only. No issues with it at all.
Went something like 10-2 with Mechanica. Still debating if I will buy it though, I am really no good on any fighting gameWill definitely buy all the amiibos if they release them though
Nintendo can always find a way into my wallet.Just adding: played for almost 40 mins in portable mode only. No issues with it at all.
yo_soy_el_topo
Member
Using pro controller-- game of the year for me it's genius.
When you start learning strategies and how the game works in general spamming buttons means getting your ass kicked, especially if you play against someone who knows what he's doing. I'm loving the depth, i learn something new at every match.
According to my bros the game is far easier with traditional controls. Motion is weird
But motion is fun
Rebel Leader
THE POWER OF BUTTERSCOTCH BOTTOMS
1v1v1 should not be allowed
I love them. But then again I was channeling my Virtual On skills. If you imagine the fighter as a mech, they are great.
They are alright.
Don't go in expecting Splatoon Godliness.
They are okay at best.
MrSaturn99
Member
Started the first half-hour with a winning streak and ended the last one with a mostly-losing streak, lol.
Regardless, it was great! Looking forward to launch. Machanica FTW
Regardless, it was great! Looking forward to launch. Machanica FTW
Stone Ocean
Member
It's kind of hilarious how people are going "no depth!" when I can just apply basics from other fighting games and steamroll people, imagine with all ARMS avaiable and people figuring out the game. I do agree that 3-4 people Deathmatches kinda suck tho lol
77 points off one hour, not bad.
77 points off one hour, not bad.
8BitsAtATime
Member
Jump and attack
Tilt both + dash!
That's how I'm feeling too.
They're just alright.
DecoReturns
Member
I Liked Min-Min's weapons, but Ribbon girls ability.
Helix seems to be the guy you use after you learn how to properly play, I looked like an idiot trying to use him and his weapons
Helix seems to be the guy you use after you learn how to properly play, I looked like an idiot trying to use him and his weapons
Stone Ocean
Member
Play Ribbon Girl. Air jumps for daaays
Starting to really get into the habit now of exploiting each arm as it's own separate mixup weapon. Throwing a Dragon arm to cover my opponent's flank while occasionally throwing a curve with the left to anticipate the opponent's motion. I've seen some of my opponents to some crazy things I wouldn't even think of like punching upward with their Dragon to provide cover fire from above which might be hard to prepare for. There's some incredibly creative usage of the ARMS here that I really feel like I need to get used to but has a breadth of potential.
Overall I'm having a shit ton of fun and I can't wait for all the content later down the pipeline.
Also 1v1v1v1 gets too much flack. It's fun as hell to take advantage of an opening much like Smash Bros and go to town on some unsuspecting players.
Overall I'm having a shit ton of fun and I can't wait for all the content later down the pipeline.
Also 1v1v1v1 gets too much flack. It's fun as hell to take advantage of an opening much like Smash Bros and go to town on some unsuspecting players.
I never lost a single 1v1 or 3 person free for all, I lost 2v2 because it's a garbage mode that sucks and I hate it. And v-ball because I didn't know grab was to set the ball for a spike.
I HATE that moving the arms is mapped to move your character, it makes the motion controls the absolute way to play the game.
Everything else is great. All the characters were fun except for master mummy
I HATE that moving the arms is mapped to move your character, it makes the motion controls the absolute way to play the game.
Everything else is great. All the characters were fun except for master mummy
I never trust GAF's opinions when it comes to input methods. A lot of gamers here seem incapable of adapting and adjusting to new styles of play. It's like reliving the days of the N64 all over again with people swearing off the analog stick.