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[Brian_FETO]

The only things that don't look like F-Zero are the handling and some of the track design.

The Blade Runner looking city is probably the most F-Zeroish track I've seen. The rest are less twisty/abstract, with most of the challenge presumably coming from stage hazards, polarity switches, and the overall speed

The handling doesn't look as tight as F-Zero (not in a bad way though). F-Zero is like you pretty much have your ship right in the center of the screen all the time and doing quick tilts and turns, this has more slippery turns where the camera sort of loses the ship. I'll have to reevaluate it once I've actually gotten the chance to play it but yeah

 

[ninjablade]

The environmental set pieces are usually structured in such a way that you do get enough time to absorb the setting while still maintaining the feeling of being fast. The first track of the second cup has this really nice segment where you're driving through a curved pathway where there's a really nice skyline. When approaching it I kind of knew what the game was about to go for and when I had my assumptions vindicated it was a pretty satisfying moment.

I'd say they nailed the mix of environments and speed. They really tailored them for the kind of game play that's present.

EDIT: Here's a quick screen I grabbed from the second stage of the second cup.

Looks like the game is fun and challenging, but those graphics look really rough.

 

[Askherserenity]

Looks like the game is fun and challenging, but those graphics look really rough.

Seriously?...

 

[TheGreatMightyPoo]

Looks like the game is fun and challenging, but those graphics look really rough.

Dude, give it a rest, your act is up.

Everyone knows your schtick and it was never amusing to begin with.

Plus, Shinen already made you look fucking stupid about the "shadows" observation.

 

[OrbitalBeard]

Guys, please try to ignore him and enjoy the game.

 

[Stiflers Mom]

The environmental set pieces are usually structured in such a way that you do get enough time to absorb the setting while still maintaining the feeling of being fast. The first track of the second cup has this really nice segment where you're driving through a curved pathway where there's a really nice skyline. When approaching it I kind of knew what the game was about to go for and when I had my assumptions vindicated it was a pretty satisfying moment.

I'd say they nailed the mix of environments and speed. They really tailored them for the kind of game play that's present.

EDIT: Here's a quick screen I grabbed from the second stage of the second cup.

It's interesting, the background looks fabulous, but the craft you ride itself has a very rough look to it, imo. Kind of blocky...

Wonder why they went with that...

 

[ninjablade]

Seriously?...

i honestly don't know how anybody can say those graphics look good, based on that direct feed pic.

 

[Tripy73]

Download finished for me, see you online to kicking ass ^^

 

[fernoca]

Just ignore him.
Quoting him just grabs more attention and derails the thread.

 

[Dommel]

The online multi player can get pretty intense!

Without rubber banding it's absolutely nailbiting to be on somebody's tail hoping he'll make a mistake or try to save up more boost to finally overtake him.

Also love the arcade announcer, perfect for this type of game.

 

[TheGreatMightyPoo]

The online multi player can get pretty intense!

Without rubber banding it's absolutely nailbiting to be on somebody's tail hoping he'll make a mistake or try to save up more boost to finally overtake him.

Also love the arcade announcer, perfect for this type of game.

The announcer is from F-Zero GX I think.

Is the online completely smooth so far???

 

[OverBlood 3]

i honestly don't know how anybody can say those graphics look goo, based on that direct feed pic.

You're becoming incredibly tiresome.

 

[TheGreatMightyPoo]

I think this is the first time I am going to report someone to a mod for PMing me.

 

[jariw]

I have a Wii Pro controller, not the Wii U one. Does it support that?

Strike that, I'm stupid. I have the classic controller not the pro controller. Derp.

The Wii Remote+Classic Controller Pro is supported, according to the eShop info page.

 

[OverBlood 3]

I think this is the first time I am going to report someone to a mod for PMing me.

What? Who's PMing you?

 

[TheGreatMightyPoo]

What? Who's PMing you?

Nevermind, I took out the trash myself.

 

[Dommel]

The announcer is from F-Zero GX I think.

Is the online completely smooth so far???

Played about 7 matches in a row without any problems.

Track selection is kinda weird though, out of those 7 times it was Chouko City 4 times, must be bad RNG luck.

 

[AetherZX]

My eshop wallet is ready.

 

[Tripy73]

It's interesting, the background looks fabulous, but the craft you ride itself has a very rough look to it, imo. Kind of blocky...

Wonder why they went with that...

It's just the compression of the image and very speedy action.

 

[ninjablade]

I think this is the first time I am going to report someone to a mod for PMing me.

you're the one that that said shinin, made me look stupid about the game having dynamic shadows, when its clear as day it doesn't, if you were smart enough you would notice right away.

 

[Lunar15]

It's interesting, the background looks fabulous, but the craft you ride itself has a very rough look to it, imo. Kind of blocky...

Wonder why they went with that...

Ships look great, game just doesn't have anti-aliasing.

 

[jariw]

It's interesting, the background looks fabulous, but the craft you ride itself has a very rough look to it, imo. Kind of blocky...

Wonder why they went with that...

Because you run at insane game speeds at 60 fps when playing the game?

 

[OverBlood 3]

Gotta say, if you have a Pro Controller, use it. Seriously. The game forces you to use the A button for accelerate which, on the Wii U gamepad, is in a location I've found very uncomfortable for long holding sessions. My thumb was cramping! Switched over to the Pro Controller and it feels great.

I better charge my pro controller then.

 

[pulsemyne]

Also looks great just playing off the gamepad. The engine they use (their own) is damn good. Very impressive stuff.

 

[TheGreatMightyPoo]

Ships look great, game just doesn't have anti-aliasing.

That's one of the benefits of playing Off Tv, free AA or at least the illusion of it.

 

[transience]

F-Zero's handling is something that I really miss. You can turn on a dime in that game. It sounds like this is more in the Wipeout style of game. Sounds like it's good but I just need that crazy F-Zero handling to play a futuristic racer.

 

[Stiflers Mom]

It's just the compression of the image and very speedy action.

I will see for myself this evening..

Honestly, like I wrote a couple of times before in FRN-threads, this game is the sole reason for the last few months why I still kept my WII U.

Great to hear all the good first impressions here...

 

[TheGreatMightyPoo]

F-Zero's handling is something that I really miss. You can turn on a dime in that game. It sounds like this is more in the Wipeout style of game. Sounds like it's good but I just need that crazy F-Zero handling to play a futuristic racer.

Controls seem tight but just not THAT tight.

In F-Zero(at least GX) you could avoid an ant right in front of you.

 

[Lunar15]

F-Zero's handling is something that I really miss. You can turn on a dime in that game. It sounds like this is more in the Wipeout style of game. Sounds like it's good but I just need that crazy F-Zero handling to play a futuristic racer.

I agree.That said this is surprisingly closer to F-Zero on the "F-Zero-Wipeout" scale than you'd expect, but it definitely isn't F-Zero.

There's one car that has max acceleration and a low weight. It's the second to last car you unlock. I've been using that because it's probably the tighest controlling car there is, it's the closest I've felt to "GX" style control.

 

[pulsemyne]

F-Zero's handling is something that I really miss. You can turn on a dime in that game. It sounds like this is more in the Wipeout style of game. Sounds like it's good but I just need that crazy F-Zero handling to play a futuristic racer.

Nah it's more like a cross between the two. It controls really, really well. Not as floaty as wipeout and not as stuck to the ground as f-zero. They got the mix bang on.

 

[TheGreatMightyPoo]

I have a question.

Besides the obvious destruction in graphics, how does this game compare to their first one in terms of control???

 

[NotLiquid]

It's just the compression of the image and very speedy action.

Indeed. Getting a direct screen cap is kinda tricky with this game. I've tried getting screenshots of boosting but they don't really turn out that good even though the game has some fantastic tricks that make the motion look stunning. It kind of reminds me of Sonic Unleashed in that regard. The fourth track of the second cup has some crazy stuff going on with anti gravity, light screen filters and even a meteor herd but it doesn't really do much of the game justice through screens. This is the kind of game you need gifs for.

The crafts themselves look fine and I really like how they're designed since they occupy a space you're not going to necessarily look at (most of your attention will be drawn to the track itself) but the use of the phasing mechanic means that you still get a perfect grasp of the situation by simple coloring mechanics. The contrasts of orange and cyan depending on which phase you're in is easy to grasp due to peripheral vision.

 

[UncleSporky]

The only things that don't look like F-Zero are the handling and some of the track design.

I dunno, I feel a lot of Wipeout in it. The vehicles are very Wipeout, including the logos and futuristic company names.

 

[Lunar15]

I have a question.

Besides the obvious destruction in graphics, how does this game compare to their first one in terms of control???

It's been so long. I'm enjoying this one more than than the first, at least.

 

[TheGreatMightyPoo]

So it is available in NA yet?

In an hour.

 

[OverBlood 3]

Fast racing neo tunes playing on the eshop. Downloading now.

 

[Aostia]

Guys, I've reviewed the game, so I can honestly say: enjoy it. its speed, its graphical quality, its gameplay. one of the best eShop games overall, imho.

 

[Kiddy Dong]

Is there going to be a DF article on this game?

God I hope so. Can't wait to read all the "this is a Wii U game?!?!" reactions.

 

[Soul Lab]

Definitely supporting this!
Everyone who's asking for a new fzero and don't get this game is fake

 

[Oidisco]

Played through 2 cups and a little bit of online, enjoying it so far. I was never a fan of wipeout due to the controls and while this feels a little better to me, I'm still having some trouble with it. I keep trying to drift the same way I do in F-Zero and that obviouslt isn't working.

Anyways, right now my main issue is the lack of minimap. The screen is very busy in some tracks and I find it a little hard to see where I'm going. It's not a big problem though.

 

[TheGreatMightyPoo]

Guys, I've reviewed the game, so I can honestly say: enjoy it. its speed, its graphical quality, its gameplay. one of the best eShop games overall, imho.

Have you unlocked any of the higher speeds or is it too hard???

 

[ZeroX03]

Gotta say, if you have a Pro Controller, use it. Seriously. The game forces you to use the A button for accelerate which, on the Wii U gamepad, is in a location I've found very uncomfortable for long holding sessions. My thumb was cramping! Switched over to the Pro Controller and it feels great.

Oh man that kind of killed my interest in the game. I can't go back to sore hands from holding down the A button, even on the Pro Controller. Why do devs still do this?

 

[TheGreatMightyPoo]

This might be obvious but just reminding people that one of the developers said to use the shoulder buttons to lean.

I bet most here are doing that but it's possible someone might overlook that.

 

[Baleoce]

Oh man that kind of killed my interest in the game. I can't go back to sore hands from holding down the A button, even on the Pro Controller. Why do devs still do this?

There should definitely be multiple control configs, wouldn't be hard. I also prefer using D-pad when I can, and I can't use that here. That said, I'm just nit picking. I've played a couple of tracks now and having a lot of fun with it.

 

[NotLiquid]

Oh man that kind of killed my interest in the game. I can't go back to sore hands from holding down the A button, even on the Pro Controller. Why do devs still do this?

Because the ZL and ZR buttons are used for left/right leaning which is pretty much integral for a game like this.

 

[UncleSporky]

This might be obvious but just reminding people that one of the developers said to use the shoulder buttons to lean.

I bet most here are doing that but it's possible someone might overlook that.

This was critically useful in F-Zero and I hope it works similarly here. Small strafing adjustments on the track, good stuff.

 

[Tertullian]

Gotta say, if you have a Pro Controller, use it. Seriously. The game forces you to use the A button for accelerate which, on the Wii U gamepad, is in a location I've found very uncomfortable for long holding sessions. My thumb was cramping! Switched over to the Pro Controller and it feels great.

Damn, incredibly annoying. Key bindings on consoles are a personal pet-peeve of mine. Why the hell is this still an issue, after 8 console generations? Every single console should have system-level key rebinding for any software you want, with no opt-out. And every game should let you freely re-bind keys. The entire console space is worse for lacking this incredibly obvious feature. It's one of those few areas where PC gaming really is just objectively superior.

 

[TheGreatMightyPoo]

There should definitely be multiple control configs, wouldn't be hard. I also prefer using D-pad when I can, and I can't use that here. That said, I'm just nit picking. I've played a couple of tracks now and having a lot of fun with it.

Could be easy to patch in, no???

This is their biggest game and the developer alluded to the notion that they will continue to support it.

 

[Datschge]

If my eyes don't deceive me the game is in 720p but occasionally drops down to half the horizontal resolution to keep up with the stable 60fps. It's kind of a cool effect adding to the sense of speed as they do appear to use the vertical interlacing some other have noticed before in that case.

 

[Baleoce]

Could be easy to patch in, no???

This is their biggest game and the developer alluded to the notion that they will continue to support it.

Yeah I think that will definitely be the case. It's a remarkable game for the price.