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[nintendork666]

Xenoblade Chronicles X, and Smash Bros.

duh.

Sunset Overdrive also looks frickin' awesome.

 

[Crimsonclaw111]

My vote is for Bayonetta 2.

 

[The_Poet]

It seems I am the only one who was pretty unimpressed by Splatoon....looks very mediocre and throw-away

 

[Kalamoj]

Velocity 2X. Although they didn't show any new stuff, it's still THAT good.

 

[geordiemp]

The issue for me is there was too many games shown hat I will buy to really spend too much time focussing on 1 game in particular.

Ass Creed unity, TLOU remastered, GTA5 next gen, Shadow mordor, Shadow Warrior, Destiny, COD AW, H1Z1, Planetside 2, Diablo 3, Far Cry 4, Evolve, Dragon Age

And that was just the definite buys / gets that looked great for me that I will play in next 6 months, with another 11 I am undecided about.

E3 really is just a barrage of games.

I really need a new Ninja Gaiden....

 

[Porcile]

Bayonetta 2 and X. I need to see if Splatoon is more than a one-trick pony to decide whether I really like it or not.

 

[-Setsuna-]

Captain Toad Treasure Tracker. It is and will be pure awesomeness.

 

[onilink88]

Based purely on gameplay? I'm as excited for X as anyone, but the gameplay itself doesn't look that exciting (sort of like Witcher 3 might be my most anticipated game at the moment, but it's not because the gameplay itself would be the most exciting aspect of it). And Zelda didn't have almost any gameplay shown, not to mention Bloodborne.

Yes. Based purely on gameplay. Gameplay defined as such: engaging real-time combat, collecting, and, the aspect in which it has every other game beat effortlessly, compelling exploration brought on by the poignant wanderlust the exquisitely designed environment evokes. These are some of the things people revere Xenoblade for, and to see them come back in bigger, evolved, and more polished forms would easily be enough to put XCX among the best of the show.

I know mechs and fantasy worlds with unbelievable scale seem like superficial things, especially when talking about gameplay, but to the wanderlust when I see the game.

It's not superficial at all.

 

[Carl]

Nothing even came close to Sunset Overdrive

 

[SkeptiMism]

X isn't all about the battle system. I'm not even thinking about the battle system when I think about the game.
It's about the exploration in this game. I know mechs and fantasy worlds with unbelievable scale seem like superficial things, especially when talking about gameplay, but to the wanderlust when I see the game.

I guess it depends on what you count as gameplay. I don't really consider the exploration strictly as a factor in gameplay. It does tie into it in a way, but it's not directly gameplay in my opinion. Gameplay would be the game mechanics, both simple such as running and crafting and slightly more complex such as the combat.
But I admit I haven't thought about this that much so my mind is open for any thoughts.

edit:

Yes. Based purely on gameplay. Gameplay defined as such: engaging real-time combat, collecting, and, the aspect in which it has every other game beat effortlessly, compelling exploration brought on by the poignant wanderlust the exquisitely designed environment evokes.

Ok here's a simple example.
Collecting, the idea of collecting I mean, isn't directly gameplay. But the deed of collecting, how you collect that is, is gameplay. In X for example you collect the items by simply running to them. That's gameplay. In another game you might have to run to an item and maybe press a button or click on it on the mouse. That's gameplay. Or hypothetically in a game maybe you'd have to waggle your controller to pick up the item. That's gameplay.

Similarly, exploration - the idea of exploration (getting to see all the views and finding new places and such) - isn't gameplay. The deed of exploration however, that is running and moving around in a mech for example, is gameplay. If there are road blocks on the way that you have to make through, getting through those road blocks is gameplay (whether the road block is a literal road block and you have to go from somewhere else or if the road block is a gigantic monster you have to kill in order to get through). The environment itself isn't gameplay but it just affects gameplay.

But again, I'm open for any thoughts on the matter.

 

[CozMick]

Gonna have to go with splatoon.

Game mechanics are on a whole 'nother level.

 

[oti]

Mario Maker

 

[KingSnake]

I would say Splatoon, as it is designed with the gameplay in mind. The squid transformation, the paint used as a weapon, mean of transportation and scope, the re-spawn mechanism, all have the same scope, creating so much deepness in the gameplay.

 

[IonicSnake]

I love the Batman games so for me it was Arkham Knight.

 

[Hoo-doo]

Bloodborne.

If leaked trailers count, that is. Because my god, nothing comes close.

 

[Squall5042]

Splatoon for me and I hate shooters.

 

[Qurupeke]

I may not like the game, but Splatoon. Easy.

 

[GeordieMark]

Another vote for Splatoon here.

It looks original and, more importantly, fun.

 

[Morphine_OD]

MGS5

 

[woen]

Assassin's Creed Unity really amazed me

I liked MGS5, Far Cry4 and The Division too.

 

[UltraGunner]

Damn they're was so many good gameplay demos this year I'm having trouble deciding. I'd say either Bayonetta 2 or Splatoon or Rainbow Six.

 

[joshbob1985]

Some people are saying Splatoon, others dont understand game design.

Splatoon.

 

[anddo0]

MGS5

So much this.

And the timing the PSN sale of GZ was perfect (even though they jacked the sale price by $3).

 

[Estimaugeek]

Rainbow six and Splatoon.

i would like to see splatoon with the visual quality of sunset overdrive.

 

[McBradders]

Sunset Overdrive looks like something really, really fun. Certainly Insomniac back on form. The trailer, the gameplay demo, everything was just great. Still not quite enough to sway me into buying an Xbone but definitely the thing I want to play most from the E3 demos.

 

[Volcane]

Alien Isolation gameplay made me even more hyped for it. Love the scary atmosphere and hide and seek with the Alien. Also the flamethrower looks cool.

 

[KingSnake]

Yeah, thought as much ....

On tree house the Nintendo sales people gushing over platoon (it was cringe worthy), and yet the guy GAFFER who posted his gameplay impressions when at E3 personally saying it got old real fast was almost ignored.

Trying to read impressions of people who actually played the games is not so easy - it would be great if there was a thread on games actually played.

You are trying too much, really. Give it a rest. Remember this thread? Remember the Ad Hominen part? This is what you do now because people have different opinion than you.

Remember this:

For me and many others I trust E3 is about big shows by MS / Sony / UBI / EA etc, its exciting, and there maybe 50 or so new games / reveals / things we have not seen - new gimmicks / peripherals...on console and PC space...

And then there will be a video by Nintendo showing latest version of Smash and Zelda or a couple of games we sort of already know about...

If you cannot see the disparity here then fair enough - but its so large Mr P is just having a laugh at the obvious elephant in the room.

Don't be upset that people saw also something outside MS / Sony / UBI / EA.

 

[DJwest]

I am amazed at how little attention Shadow of Mordor is getting.

I saw over an hour of gameplay footage of that game at E3 and I even got to demo the combat system briefly. Everything about that game is screaming next gen.
Visually, the graphics are stunning. The facial animations and environment look fantastic, and could arguably be considered more impressive than The Order: 1886.

The unique combat system is fresh and incredibly smooth to go along with a very interesting and elaborate nemesis system. Also it is loaded with what looks to be a rich story, side-quests, and many compelling characters.

I did not see this one coming at all, but it should easily be the most anticipated game to release later this year.

Thanks for bringing that game to my attention. Just watched a demo and it looks amazing. Totally on my radar now.

 

[names2hard4you]

The witcher 3 without a doubt. Can't wait to get immersed by that game.

 

[Gino]

For me it was splatoon. New idea, new gameplay, looks great, total surprise.

Smash was amazing too

 

[Hoo-doo]

The witcher 3 without a doubt. Can't wait to get immersed by that game.

I thought the Witcher 3 demoed terribly on Microsoft's conference.

The boss battle with the bird was so damn clunky and more cutscene than gameplay. Boring as hell.

Developers need to play more Dragon's Dogma if they are hoping to create interesting battles with bigger monsters. That game still completely outclasses every RPG's combat.

 

[Nicktendo86]

Will have to play the games to judge for myself, but from looking at people play I woul dhave to say splatoon. Has bags of potential, to those saying it doesn't look like a full game, it was just a demo. Would Titanfall look like a full game demo'd with just one map and play type?

Also, seems like the media were impressed with it as well.

http://www.wired.co.uk/news/archive/2014-06/12/splatoon-hands-on

 

[G_Berry]

Rainbow 6 seemed to take everything I've loved about round based shooters like socom and counterstrike and put a new twist on it with solid next gen visuals

This. So hyped.

 

[geordiemp]

You are trying too much, really. Give it a rest. .

Still don't get Ad Hominem do you. Its a PERSONAL attack on someone rather than the argument.

I have not made any personal comments on anybody - I say what I want about a game or company, that is my opinion.

My opinion on the tree house company sales format stands, its not Ad hominem, its an opinion on a sales technique which I found distasteful.

Not everyone likes in house employees gushing over their own product so much, irrespective of which company it was. It looked forced.

I cant be bothered to argue with you, if you want to go through my post history to pick an argument then fine. If you want to tell the world how great Spaltoon is fine.

I don't care about the game specifics it looked shallow in my opinion and will be forgotten in a few weeks.

(the WiiU is as alive as my Vita and as relevant)

 

[Coolwhip]

I like saying Splatoon.

SPLATOON!

 

[Freeman]

Rainbow Six: Siege, TW3.

 

[Magic Mushroom]

I thought the Witcher 3 demoed terribly on Microsoft's conference.

The boss battle with the bird was so damn clunky and more cutscene than gameplay. Boring as hell.

Developers need to play more Dragon's Dogma if they are hoping to create interesting battles with bigger monsters. That game still completely outclasses every RPG's combat.

It's why I'm hyped for Scalebound,. Kamiya making a game in which you fight dragons? Fuck yes!

 

[antonz]

Splatoon took me by surprise. Trailer really didn't do much for me during the Digital Event but once I got to see them demo the game and explain their ideas for it thats when it clicked.

Will be even more strategic in the release with the additional weapon classes etc which will let teams find good combinations for defense,offense etc.

 

[Majukun]

i'll go with splatoon to...such delicious and well thought mechanics there..people will probably not nuy it because it doesn't involve shoot terrorist in a realistic environment,but it really was one of the highlights of the show

 

[tkscz]

Yeah, thought as much ....

On tree house the Nintendo sales people gushing over platoon (it was cringe worthy), and yet the guy GAFFER who posted his gameplay impressions when at E3 personally saying it got old real fast was almost ignored.

Trying to read impressions of people who actually played the games is not so easy - it would be great if there was a thread on games actually played.

1. More than just one gaffer has played splatoon, they had a positive view on the game, ironic as you said we were ignoring the one gaffer.

2. This was a short demo of the game with 1 mode. If you watch the Nintendo Treehouse, you'd know they have more modes planed for the game, also they will allow straight duel analog controls in case the thought of motion aiming bothers you.

That being said, knowing both these games are going to get more content when released, Splatoon and Mario Maker.

Edit: To those who are saying you don't kill in Splatoon, I get that it's not the main purpose, but you can kill the other team in the game.

 

[Xpliskin]

MGS V

 

[Always-honest]

Rainbow six for me

 

[Übermatik]

Either Smash Bros. or Splatoon I think.

 

[Heyt]

Suset Overdrive, Bayonetta 2.

 

[Ont]

I'm going to say Rainbow Six Siege as I have been hoping that someone would make a game like that for a long time. Instant pre-order for me.

Evolve, Splatoon, and Sunset Overdrive all seem very good as well.

 

[geordiemp]

1. More than just one gaffer has played splatoon, they had a positive view on the game, ironic as you said we were ignoring the one gaffer.

2. This was a short demo of the game with 1 mode. If you watch the Nintendo Treehouse, you'd know they have more modes planed for the game, also they will allow straight duel analog controls in case the thought of motion aiming bothers you.

That being said, knowing both these games are going to get more content when released, Splatoon and Mario Maker.

Edit: To those who are saying you don't kill in Splatoon, I get that it's not the main purpose, but you can kill the other team in the game.

OK I get it, Splatoon is the savoir of the WiiU and game of E3. Lets discuss this in 3 or 4 months ....

 

[kahboomkin]

For me its a tie between Rainbow Six and Splatoon.
Both looked fantastic.

 

[darkwing-buck]

Rainbow Six Siege for me. Never thought I would see the day a proper sequel to Rainbow six 3 or Swat 4 would be made. Also The Evil Within looks great

 

[KingSnake]

Still don't get Ad Hominem do you. Its a PERSONAL attack on someone rather than the argument.

I have not made any personal comments on anybody - I say what I want about a game or company, that is my opinion.

My opinion on the tree house company sales format stands, its not Ad hominem, its an opinion on a sales technique which I found distasteful.

Not everyone likes in house employees gushing over their own product so much, irrespective of which company it was. It looked forced.

I cant be bothered to argue with you, if you want to go through my post history to pick an argument then fine. If you want to tell the world how great Spaltoon is fine.

(the WiiU is as alive as my Vita and as relevant)

This has nothing to do with Treehouse. It was about this:

Yeah, thought as much ....

I don't want you to like Splatoon. I would like you not to make also this thread an anti vs. pro discussion, it is a thread about people expressing their opinion. Read the OP again to see what it is about. But feel free to shit the thread if that's what you like.

Edit: And I will stop here, I see you keep on going. Have fun.

 

[kurahador]

Splatoon most definitely---new IP, unique gameplay, great execution.