Banjo-Kazooie
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Well, finally finished downloading both Part 1 & 2 of Episode 2 but it won't actually let me play it since it is saying I haven't downloaded part 2 (I have). Checked storage and nothing is corrupted. Sigh.
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BioShock Infinite: Burial at Sea - Episode Two |OT| The Debt Is Paid
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Well, finally finished downloading both Part 1 & 2 of Episode 2 but it won't actually let me play it since it is saying I haven't downloaded part 2 (I have). Checked storage and nothing is corrupted. Sigh.
Wow, the scores are amazing. I loved the first episode, so I guess i'll love this one even more. Can't wait to see how everything turns out. I unfortunately got spoiled about the opening by the PC Gamer review, but to be honest I'm now even more hyped, it sounds really interesting.
Some speculation on how I want things to play out (potential spoilers) -
Some speculation on how I want things to play out (potential spoilers) -
I really want Elizabeth to play a part in programming Jack Ryan in some way. It would be a really cool way to tie the whole series together, with you seeing Jack being put on the plane and thus beginning the events of Bioshock 1. It would also be really cool to see some multiverse stuff come through a tear from System Shock, or perhaps a tease of a new world altogether. And finally, I just want to see the Songbird sub-plot be resolved. It still pisses me off that we haven't found out who's inside the suit.
The perfect Dark
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Oh wow :/
Remachinate
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PC Gamer Review said:
This actually has me excited to play the DLC. The above is exactly why the original BioShock succeeded where Infinite failed, and a return to form is very welcome.
Well, duh it's essentially fan fiction. That's been clear from the very beginning of the Burial At Sea announcementthis is an altered version of Rapture that doesn't necessarily have any relation to the version we saw in the first games, because quantum mechanics, and that's why we're throwing in these characters from the other game. It's a mashup, for sure, and loses something by that naturebut if it's a well-done mashup I don't much see the issue. The cat's out of the infinite universe bag.
I do agree about how some stealth elements have been sorely missing the entire series. Infinite especially would have benefitted, given that it pared down the combat significantly so it would have felt less cluttered and far more useful (as you're supposed to be running around a bustling city rather than an empty shell.)
As a heads up, you may not want to watch this video review before jumping into the DLC, since they kind of spoil a big moment. Fair warning!
SoraanTribal
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I wasn't intending to watch it (mainly just wanted to listen), but I accidentally saw the very first image/first second of video and was pissed. I hope that wasn't a big spoiler for the story... Fucking Gametrailers with their spoilery reviews.
tringworldso
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Thanks guys for all the warnings about the reviews containing spoilers. Will hold off for now.
ElzarTheBam
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The problem is that Alec clearly does not think it is well-done.
ElzarTheBam
Member
You are correct.
Fair enough. My feeling though reading between the lines is he's not on-board with the whole experience in the first place, so it's not surprising he would dislike it no matter the quality.
Early this afternoon I guess...its been the 25th for 12 hours now but hey who's counting...
EP1 is really short,you should have time...
Banjo-Kazooie
Member
Finally got it to work, you have to do some gymnastics for the game to think you have the DLC...ugh lol. Glad it's squared away, been playing for about 30min so far.
It should be up on steam in 2 hours.
SoraanTribal
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What a weird time.
Anyway, thanks. I should be able to finish ep1 around that time from what I've read, even though I like to explore.
This is due to Daylight Saving Time. Not everyone switches over at the same time (or switches at all), which is why we gave a range of times. Steam will update for me at 1PM Eastern, while some folks it will happen at 2PM Eastern.
*shakes fist at timezones*
If you go about it slowly, searching every part of the game, then maybe. But I'd say it's closer to 3-4 if you just follow the objective.
Time is entirely determined by your play style. In the majority of our tests / playthroughs, the average is 5-6 hours. Some will be less, some will be more, but you it's certainly longer than Episode One, and chock full of stuff to look at.
SoraanTribal
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It took me almost 4-5 hours to beat Episode One, so I'm expecting Episode Two to take me quite a few hours, lol.
Thanks! I'm the type of player to take my time looking at the environment and hunting down every secret I can, so I can see this easily doubling my playtime of the first episode.
SoraanTribal
Member
Damn, mine isn't downloading yet.
Also, wow 9.1gb... I won't be able to finish playing the DLC today, that's for sure.
EDIT: Nvm, it started! Gonna take 4-5 hours for me to download though. :/
doniewhalberg
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9gb man, that's going to take me an hour and a half to download haha. At least I'll get started tonight.
SoraanTribal
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Why are you doing this to me? So cruel.
Sigh, I need faster internet. I would kill for 1.5 hours to download 9gb.
ElzarTheBam
Member
Just started this on 1998 mode.
Jesus Christ Irrational! My mind...my mind.
Jesus Christ Irrational! My mind...my mind.
doniewhalberg
Member
Sigh, I need faster internet. I would kill for 1.5 hours to download 9gb.
Haha! Maybe I shouldn't complain then, sorry man! We've had Fibre *coming* to our area for what seems eternity, I think that's made me hyper critical of my DL speeds lately, justifying that purchase when the time comes ha
Can someone help me out here? Steam is fucking up.
The page kept dying as I was trying to buy it, but I finally managed to get to the 'Purchase' link and hit it.
Then it died again. Now, when I try to go through the process again, it tell me that the transaction is pending, and has been for the last half hour or so, but I obviously still haven't gotten the DLC yet. So what, is it in limbo? Do I contact customer service?
The page kept dying as I was trying to buy it, but I finally managed to get to the 'Purchase' link and hit it.
Then it died again. Now, when I try to go through the process again, it tell me that the transaction is pending, and has been for the last half hour or so, but I obviously still haven't gotten the DLC yet. So what, is it in limbo? Do I contact customer service?
ElzarTheBam
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I completely recommend that you guys start on 1998 mode. The combat is so good, the pacing is magnificent so far.
constantstatic
Member
I would love to if steam would allow me to purchase the game. Steam just hangs and gives an error when trying to purchase. Oh well I'll give it an hour and hope the issues are fixed.
I prefered Hard mode. 1998 is no kills at all. You won't have a lot of the magic happen when you try stuff like hitting the Big Daddy with a nosiemaker, or shooting the BD in the ass from afar when he's near Splicers.
Miles Quaritch
Member
WOOOO!
Downloading both parts on 360. Should be playing in about an hour or so. Excited!
Downloading both parts on 360. Should be playing in about an hour or so. Excited!
SoraanTribal
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I'm gonna play on Hard like I did with the main game and BaS Ep 1. It provides a decent enough challenge while still having enough stuff/money/ammo to have some fun.