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Revolutionary
Member
My dude, it's called having a discussion. In a discussion thread. In a videogame forum.
No one is arguing that the series isn't ridiculous (on the contrary - it's been acknowledged), we're simply discussing the intricacies of this particular title and if you can't handle that, then just ignore it. You ever heard the quote "the difference between reality and fiction is that fiction has to make sense"? Well, RE often doesn't.. but it certainly tries, and it's fun to discuss such things. My point is: don't be a wet blanket.
ANYWAY, I started up Resident Evil 4 last night because RE8 got me into the mood to replay it. It looks WAY better than I remember, but then again I originally played it on PS2 lol
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Ulysses 31
Member
Revolutionary
Member
I'm actually glad that DIDN'T happen between PS4 and PC versions to be honest, because I wanted a fresh experience without the VR. Speaking of which, I cannot believe that they STILL haven't released a VR version for PC. RE7 VR was fucking incredible and is a major reason why I think so highly of it (even in comparison to 8). Ugh, fucking Sony. That said, I'm hoping that when PSVR2 comes out they'll release a RE8VR as well.
In my opinion: no. Mercenaries was at it's height in RE6, which is the one thing that game did right lmao
Spukc
always chasing the next thrill
dimmitVolticArchangel
Member
We all knew it was coming but,
B R U H...
B R U H...
Madflavor
Member
Village of Shadows is near unplayable with a fresh NG. It’s a difficulty designed for NG+, and I’m all for it! Even with late game weapons that are halfway upgraded, the enemies are tough as hell.
Also maybe it’s just me, but I find the vampire sisters way sexier than Lady D. I wish they were in the game longer.
Also maybe it’s just me, but I find the vampire sisters way sexier than Lady D. I wish they were in the game longer.
SkylineRKR
Member
Its okay. But it lacks the variety of past mercs. Different characters with different loadout and moves, this isn't here. Its the same gameplay as the campaign. No melee moves or executions.
GymWolf
Member
Lol of course the video already has 3.5 milions views...
HotPocket69
Banned
Madflavor
Member
So did Lady D expose the gaming community as being completely full of shit when it comes to the “Stop sexualizing women in games!” thing?”
GymWolf
Member
Ask to reeeee users because it was never a thing in here.
Chiggs
Gold Member
Completely agree. Going through the game a few times, and playing Mercenaries thoroughly, in order to overhaul your arsenal is mandatory.
I couldn’t believe some of the monsters they throw at you early on. Even in that first corn field near Luiza’s Mansion! And they just rip you to shreds.
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Mato
Member
I played a few hours today.I just entered the mansion by the waterfall. I think this might be my favorite RE so far. Awesome locations. And finally a Resident Evil set in the daytime. The world feels like something that would have come out of my bizarre childhood nightmares. Just the right amount of spooky. Way better than 7.
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Gordon Freeman
Member
This game is amazingly paced and the variety of environments and gameplay scenarios reminded me of Half-Life 2 more than anything. This is a tightly crafted first person shooter.
Each area had a specific theme and gameplay loop that each major area in Half-Life 2 had. There aren’t many cuts and jumps in time. So 95% of the adventure is ongoing like God of War or even a movie like Superbad. I love that kind of stuff in games and movies where it’s a start to end with no jumps in time or major cuts.
I would recommend this game to any FPS fan and to survival horror and RE fans. This is more action focused than RE7 but I felt RE7 was being too much like modern horror games likes Outlast and Amnesia and less like RE. While RE8 is more action focused, it feels more like an RE game than 7 did to me.
I can’t wait to play more and just grabbed the infinite grenade launcher ammo for my first challenge reward. I think having to totally upgrade a weapon before having to also purchase the infinite ammo reward is an intense grind. I’m happy something like the infinite grenade launcher ammo was available right away. I guess since that weapon cannot be upgraded.
Each area had a specific theme and gameplay loop that each major area in Half-Life 2 had. There aren’t many cuts and jumps in time. So 95% of the adventure is ongoing like God of War or even a movie like Superbad. I love that kind of stuff in games and movies where it’s a start to end with no jumps in time or major cuts.
I would recommend this game to any FPS fan and to survival horror and RE fans. This is more action focused than RE7 but I felt RE7 was being too much like modern horror games likes Outlast and Amnesia and less like RE. While RE8 is more action focused, it feels more like an RE game than 7 did to me.
I can’t wait to play more and just grabbed the infinite grenade launcher ammo for my first challenge reward. I think having to totally upgrade a weapon before having to also purchase the infinite ammo reward is an intense grind. I’m happy something like the infinite grenade launcher ammo was available right away. I guess since that weapon cannot be upgraded.
Astral Dog
Member
Balducci30
Member
I’d actually say the shooting is quite a bit better - mainly because the first guns suck - felt way better for me in the full game tho. Probably also cus I turned off the acceleration and had the sensitivity at like 4
fart town usa
Gold Member
I have sensitivity at 3 and feels great. I think the shooting is fantastic too.
I'm honestly surprised at some of the negative comments. Nothing that will make me butt hurt but I kind of feel bad for them because to me, the game is near flawless in it's execution. I wish others could have the same enjoyment I got out of it. Truly a AAA gaming experience.
Balducci30
Member
His voice acting is quite hilarious in some parts
Is this not purposeful? Some of the lines he’s given are hilarious - like when he reattached his hand. Loved it
Is this not purposeful? Some of the lines he’s given are hilarious - like when he reattached his hand. Loved it
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LaughingStock
Member
This is one of my favorite RE games. I just wish some areas could be a little bit longer.
OmegaSupreme
advanced basic bitch
I'm grateful that it's not s a huge sprawling epic personally. I ain't got time for that. I'm a few hours in and I feel the pacing is pretty spot on.
GymWolf
Member
Why is everyone dying on me? had me in tears
WalterSobchak
Member
Wow , I watched a little playthrough of someone playing the game on Villiage of Shadows level difficulty. Holy shit the enemies are INSANELY fast and twitchy and the amount of damage they take is also insane.
Looks like a true survival horror on that difficulty. Any gaffers give a this a try yet ? I will have to beat it on hardcore at least twice before I try it.
Looks do-able , but appears you will need to run away from at least half the enemies if you want enough ammo for the boss battles. But wow do the enemies move fast , especially the Lycans.
Looks like a true survival horror on that difficulty. Any gaffers give a this a try yet ? I will have to beat it on hardcore at least twice before I try it.
Looks do-able , but appears you will need to run away from at least half the enemies if you want enough ammo for the boss battles. But wow do the enemies move fast , especially the Lycans.
SCB3
Member
VoS on NG is insane, it feels like it was designed around NG+ and Infinite Ammo tbh
01011001
Banned
yeah it's definitely made with infinite ammo in mind
Tickle My Tendies
Member
This may be blasphemy but I honestly think this is the best looking game I’ve played on my PS5. Demon’s Souls may be sharper in some areas but overall I just think this game is gorgeous with RT on.
RE Engine is a delight.
RE Engine is a delight.
Low Moral Fibre
Member
Just finished it and I really enjoyed it. Great variety and some amazing set pieces. Ethan turned from wimp to badass!
dcx4610
Member
I'd like to mention just how much of a difference HDR makes in this game (I'm playing on PC). I took some screenshots and they look good but nothing like how it looks with HDR enabled. With Ray Tracing and HDR, it adds such an amazing level of detail and realism that I was pretty shocked when I saw the screenshots I took compared to what I saw in the game. Even with a HDR400 monitor, it's a huge difference.
I might have to take some comparison shots later.
I might have to take some comparison shots later.
DogsAndKisses666
Banned
Not even close. Hitman 3, Spiderman, and even Assassins Creed kinda shit on this game visually on PS5.
Dust-by-Monday
Member
I must be the only one that doesn't think RE:Village looks all that good graphically. I think it's the lighting. It looks okay indoors sometimes but outside it completely falls apart and looks video-gamey. The snow and the trees and grass do not look realistic at all. Sometimes the rocks and steps look okay, but everything else just looks flat with bad lighting. RT also barely changes anything about the game. Reflections are super low res and the global illumination seems to be more like certain things look a tiny bit more grounded, but it's not transformative like it is in Metro Exodus Enhanced Edition.
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NO PAIN TRANCE CONTINUE
High five! It's a gorgeous game. The art design is awesome! Art design >> technical proficiency all day. Especially in the case of this game.
DogsAndKisses666
Banned
Na, as you can tell from my post above your post youre not. This, Hitman 3, and Disco Elysium best games i've played this year. But for sure this is not even close to "next gen" graphically, literally my only "negative" (in quotations cause idc it didn't lessen anything).
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NO PAIN TRANCE CONTINUE
Sure. Technically it's not that impressive compared to what's ideally possible possible at the moment, I guess. Said that I still impressed with the visuals, very much so actually. PS4PRO here btw. Atmosphere is very well done. It's not only technical proficiency that's ultimately responsible for the end experience.
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Tickle My Tendies
Member
Guess we literally see things differently. All subjective.
Tickle My Tendies
Member
This is one of the better HDR implementations I’ve experienced, personally. As long as everything is properly calibrated.
edit: sorry for double post
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DogsAndKisses666
Banned
Of course you think it looks good though. Its not like anything is going to regress on last gen systems barring a Cyberpunk situation
Dust-by-Monday
Member
I don't think it's an UGLY game or anything. It just doesn't WOW me, you know? It's not going to blow any minds.
Excess
Member
This is like a shittier version of DLSS but only uses adaptive sharpening, so there's no real upscaling. It will work on Nvidia GPU's.
The game already seems to have some over-sharpening, and there's now a mod to remove that.
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DogsAndKisses666
Banned
I think PS4 Pro guy being impressed and me with a PS5 ranks it below a handful of other games graphically tells the story. I have no doubt their wasn't a focus on next gen graphics, but just doing what they could to make it an upgrade. Who knows how far into development they were when they realized they had to make a next gen version considering it supposedly started in 07.
HotPocket69
Banned
‘Preciate you speaking for all gamers across the world fam
DogsAndKisses666
Banned
But hes right. Unless this is your first next gen experience, no one in their right mind is going to describe the graphics as mind blowing.
MistBreeze
Member
finished the game in under 11 hours
it is a great game and one of the best games in the series
it is varied bosses - enemies - locations - gameplay scenarios
it has action pieces and horror peaces
in short the pacing is great
characters are great
graphics are gorgeous
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best areas the palace and the factory
best bosses Lady d _ Hisenberg - Morou - Final in that order but honestly they are all good and different which I appreciated
best set pieces: Lady D chasing and then boss fight - Baby monster in doll house - More water setpiece - propellor monster in factory in that order
I appreciated Chriss mindless shooting re 6 hommage mission weirdly enough I think they emplemented it well
I admire the varied set pieces and gameplay scenarios they even have vehicle section in the game
all in all it is a great game it feels re4 ish mostly but has a thing from each mainline game in the series it is like a celebration for every thing the series has done
negatives:
- only the palace and factory are long other areas are short and not fully realized
- it is not short by any means it is good length but I feel the game needed an extra area same length as palace and factory
but since Capcom in a roll recently getting game out fast yearly and giving us great game after another I appreciate what they did with this game
verdict:
9/10
it is one of the best game in the series but still re 4 is the complete package in the series and best game having most variety, areas, bosses, length ... etc
specially at its time
for me it goes:
re4 >> re 2 remake >> re village >> re 3 remake >> re 5 >>> re 6 in that order
I did not play the classics ps1 games but I watched others play them
it is a great game and one of the best games in the series
it is varied bosses - enemies - locations - gameplay scenarios
it has action pieces and horror peaces
in short the pacing is great
characters are great
graphics are gorgeous
- spoilers ahead -
best areas the palace and the factory
best bosses Lady d _ Hisenberg - Morou - Final in that order but honestly they are all good and different which I appreciated
best set pieces: Lady D chasing and then boss fight - Baby monster in doll house - More water setpiece - propellor monster in factory in that order
I appreciated Chriss mindless shooting re 6 hommage mission weirdly enough I think they emplemented it well
I admire the varied set pieces and gameplay scenarios they even have vehicle section in the game
all in all it is a great game it feels re4 ish mostly but has a thing from each mainline game in the series it is like a celebration for every thing the series has done
negatives:
- only the palace and factory are long other areas are short and not fully realized
- it is not short by any means it is good length but I feel the game needed an extra area same length as palace and factory
but since Capcom in a roll recently getting game out fast yearly and giving us great game after another I appreciate what they did with this game
verdict:
9/10
it is one of the best game in the series but still re 4 is the complete package in the series and best game having most variety, areas, bosses, length ... etc
specially at its time
for me it goes:
re4 >> re 2 remake >> re village >> re 3 remake >> re 5 >>> re 6 in that order
I did not play the classics ps1 games but I watched others play them
DavidGzz
Member
Yep, I turned all of that off and my daughter, who loves watching me play RE, quit getting motion sickness too.
HotPocket69
Banned
Theyre pretty damn mind blowing to me and I’m on a 5
Also not my first current gen experience as I’ve played Souls, Spider-Man and Hitman.
Sowwy
01011001
Banned
AIM ACCELERATION IS A FUCKING CRIME AGAINST HUMANITY! the fact it is even used AT ALL by any developer still is a testament to the fact that most devs have no idea how to do good aiming controls! like wtf?
so yeah, turn that shit off as fast as possible