thelooseteeth
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Nioh Thread: Defy Death
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Bloodporne
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I actually didn't realize there was a change. Will check some of the old videos to compare, not that it matters at this point though I guess.
I really liked the idea of that, it was wistful and tranquil like you said which reminded me of the Moonlight Butterfly fight in Dark Souls or something along those lines where the atmosphere of the setting and place overrides the necessity to be loud and "action". I really appreciate little touches like that and I think it comes off as quite inspired and thoughtful to not just toss generic Action accompaniment over every situation.
Many games could benefit from a less cliched soundtrack in my opinion. Also to add to that, the overall Ambient sound design in this game is really nice. Rustling leaves, those weird sounds the little green guys make, the water. Just very immersive overall, I find myself really absorbed when I play which is rare these days.
Can't access it any more.
Bloodporne
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The official Team Ninja site states the 6th unless it was extended and they themselves haven't updated it yet.
Spiral Insanity
Banned
Well said!
I read 10% somewhere but I'm not sure if that's just the beta or both alpha and beta.
Bloodporne
Member
Someone on here had mentioned that the game is supposed to have around 20 main levels, don't know the source or anything honestly.
I actually think the mission structure will be extremely conducive to its replayability and I really like that they went that route instead of trying to ape Dark Souls' connected world structure or, christ on a pogo stick, open world.
I can't even believe how much time I've blown on this bite sized version of the game already.
YesManKablaam
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The only real issues I have with regards to feedback is securing a stable netcode for multiplayer experiences. I had a summon help me with Hino-Enma and when they died it briefly tanked the game, especially frustrating in that boss fight as Hino-Enma can attack fast and I wasn't able to react, so I got caught in an attack, put in the paralysed state and didn't have any anti-paralyctic needles left. Cue death. 
Agree with the idea of lowering the initial cost for use of Ninjitsu skills. Didn't use them once as the asking price was too steep to tempt me away from going pure swordsman.
Agree with the idea of lowering the initial cost for use of Ninjitsu skills. Didn't use them once as the asking price was too steep to tempt me away from going pure swordsman.
I also really appreciate the ambient sound and how it adds to the atmosphere. One thing that stands out to me are the blade sounds. The combat audio is just so great in this.
False Witness
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Eh... I'm not sure I agree with this. I mean, if the ninjutsu stuff was purely supplemental (like onmyo currently is), then maybe, but it is so damn strong when you go for a straight ninjutsu build that it can easily become overpowered.
The only real issues I have with regards to feedback is securing a stable netcode for multiplayer experiences. I had a summon help me with Hino-Enma and when they died it briefly tanked the game, especially frustrating in that boss fight as Hino-Enma can attack fast and I wasn't able to react, so I got caught in an attack, put in the paralysed state and didn't have any anti-paralyctic needles left. Cue death.
Agree with the idea of lowering the initial cost for use of Ninjitsu skills. Didn't use them once as the asking price was too steep to tempt me away from going pure swordsman.
....Oh shoot, I completely forgot about those! I just used my Level 2 Talisman instead and eventually didn't fuck up! Another thing I didn't know but found out for this beta was the run button (hold X). REALLY made a difference with encounters.
I was surprised how much I cheesed the first level after being so familiar with it from the alpha. So many shortcuts if you know the layout of the land. And Oni this time were not like bosses to me unlike they were previously. Heck, even took on the 2nd Nurikabe in the 2nd mission just to see what happens, and after taking my time and reading what it does, I was able to open up a even more direct route with lead straight to the 3rd shrine. Really enjoyed my time with this.
I'll have to look into an amp or something as this game seems to really benefit from directional audio, which doesn't do me much favors in Stereo.
Hmmm, game's still up for me, if anyone needs help with the 2nd area let me know. I'll be here for an hour. Kind of want to try the multiplayer aspect before it goes myself. ^_^;
Edit: Oh, nevermind...it really is expired now (had the game suspended on the map area)
thelooseteeth
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Damn. My bad. Totally thought I had more time! Nooooooo.
I really screwed up my character in this beta. I didn't see all the omyo and ninjitsu passive skills for ages when some of them are essential I reckon. I wish they would tweak the omyo stuff to be a bit more viable 'cuase trying to line everything up to get the effect up and then capitalise on it in the time was a real headache.
Broadbandito
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This game is fucking awesome. I still don't know what I'm doing half the time but the game feels so great. Summoning for co-op was really fucking easy too. I didn't finish any of the missions and that's ok. I played enough knowing I want to get my ass kicked whenever the game launches.
Bloodporne
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Incidentally, this popped up in a Facebook group about medieval art I'm signed up for today:
15th century approximately
15th century approximately
Stealthcobra
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When does the full game release?
johndoe11235
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You can parry the second boss when she fy towards you. Don't think any regular yokai can be parried.
Begaria
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October is too stacked. Need more releases in mid-late November.
Morrigan Stark
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Oh cool! I wonder if this art was the inspiration for the first boss. Probably one like it at leastIncidentally, this popped up in a Facebook group about medieval art I'm signed up for today:
15th century approximately
Bloodporne
Member
I used to have a coffee table book about feudal era Japan depictions of 'hell' and so forth and a ton of Nioh stuff, like Onimusha before, is based on it. It's really cool material for a video game and makes me wonder why there aren't really any Western games with a bestiary inspired by Hieronymous Bosch or Dürer or something like that.
By the way, if you're in North America (Eastern), demo's done by tonight right?
Morrigan Stark
Arrogant Smirk
I think it's already over. It said September 6th.
Allonym
There should be more tampons in gaming
Ahhh, that's cheeks! Hopefully there's a skill that later allows you to.
Vasili2K38
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Like the alpha, I enjoyed inmensely the beta. Played a lot, at least 15-20 hours I think, and I ended with level ¿47? (I have a stats screenshot in my PS4, and also a few videos I have to process). I didn't mind the durability in the Alpha, but the changes in the camera are welcome. For me this game is a glorious bastard of action games like Ninja Gaiden and DMC and the Souls series with a touch of loot and spiced with a Onimusha-like atmosphere of feudal Japan, Onis and that kind of thing.. amazing O.O.
Bloodporne
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Did a half-hearted test of trying to start it up when I got home to see whether I somehow can cheat the system...
It'll be a long wait and here's to hoping no further mechanics bite the dust.
It'll be a long wait and here's to hoping no further mechanics bite the dust.
Chaos2Frozen
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Yeah I just checked yesterday and saw that the feedback survey closes on the 7th, one day after the BETA.
Submitted my suggestions just in time.
Chaos2Frozen
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It's not the initial skill point cost that's the problem, skill points can be gain relatively easy, sometimes you even get some hand outs from other stats like Body.
The real problem imo in the beginning is the jutsu capacity. The only way to increase it is to pump into Dex or Magic for Nin and Onm respectively.
I don't know if they would change it, but I certainly would like if I could prepare a few more abilities in the starting level.
First off, huge thanks to the player who helped me down the second boss last night. I'll be honest, when I saw that visitor "TubbyWubby420" had arrived, I had my doubts, but they were amazing. And this time the cinema didn't crash, so I got my second mark!
Second; is anyone else still able to play? I powered up my PS4 today and I was still on the map screen and found that I could access the twilight version of the first level.
I'm really torn between seeing how long I can keep playing, or switching games, since none of my progress will carry over. Plus, I can't take breaks from beating my head against the wall to help other players if nobody else is online... That was a great way to alleviate my frustration when I'd get stuck.
Second; is anyone else still able to play? I powered up my PS4 today and I was still on the map screen and found that I could access the twilight version of the first level.
I'm really torn between seeing how long I can keep playing, or switching games, since none of my progress will carry over. Plus, I can't take breaks from beating my head against the wall to help other players if nobody else is online... That was a great way to alleviate my frustration when I'd get stuck.
deltacanuckian
Member
Was just about to post the same thing. Haven't been on my PS4 in a couple of days but I had Nioh suspended while I was away and I'm playing right now.
Wheelatron
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The last time I played, before beta went down, I suspended my session at the map screen. Just resumed my PS4 now and surprisingly, Nioh is working. There was a connection error that went away, and I'm able to enter/leave levels, use the blacksmith shop, etc. Cool?
Bloodporne
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My PS4 sure feels empty without this game...the addiction and withdrawal is real.
I don't have an XBOX but all I can think about is replaying Ninja Gaiden, damn.
I don't have an XBOX but all I can think about is replaying Ninja Gaiden, damn.
Incidentally, this popped up in a Facebook group about medieval art I'm signed up for today:
15th century approximately
Sooo cool.
inked_illusion
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Fam, I feel ya. Hopefully this starts a new wave of souls like games that are in direct competition with From's stuff. If the surge is anywhere as good as he nioh demos were, I am so excited for next year, just need a release date or at least a demo date.
Chaos2Frozen
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I think you mean AAA souls game, or specifically Souls game created by developers of Character Action games.
Because there's definitely a bunch of Soul-like games now but they are all Indie.
LifeBrandRobot
Member
Game is confirmed to have Nioh support.
JetSetRadio
Banned
Loved how that guy started throwing iron balls at you.
Chaos2Frozen
Member
Would be interesting to see the results of the survey from this Beta.
And then the changes from it.
And then the changes from it.
Could be at the TGS next week.
I hope they do. Thank you!
Bloodporne
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It took a minute for them to post results from the Alpha I think but they never did mention the low stance dodge change in their list for example. I don't think we'll know until we get our hands on the final game.
QisTopTier
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Gotta say I love the whole REAL alpha and beta releases they did with feedback surveys. That's pretty much unheard of these days. All from free public testing. No BUY INTO THE ALPHA BACK OUR KICKSTART TO PLAY EARLY.
Just legit old school early demos of the game with feed back request
Just legit old school early demos of the game with feed back request
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