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[rudds]

It was all I could do to keep watching when he said Deus Ex was "barely playable" before they installed the texture pack.

I can't even comprehend that kind of mindset.

Maybe you should watch the video again, since that's the opposite of what I said.

 

[Foliorum Viridum]

It gives a more authentic representation of the PC experience.

Because Vsync doesn't exist?

 

[Lostconfused]

It gives a more authentic representation of the PC experience.

What? You can force Vsync and tripple buffering on PC. What I think you meant to say was that all that screen tearing is more faimiliar and comfortable to them since they mainly play console games.

 

[Goldmund]

Maybe you should watch the video again, since that's the opposite of what I said.

Does System Shock 2 really look that bad now? I actually wanted to give it a shot but when you said that was almost unplayable because it aged so poorly, I got a little wary.

Yes, fellow PC gamers, that was a joke. Don't get too excited.

 

[LiK]

Because Vsync doesn't exist?

does it work for the FMV movies? i tend to notice screentearing for FMV curscenes and intro movies for older PC games.

Does System Shock 2 really look that bad now? I actually wanted to give it a shot but when you said that was almost unplayable because it aged so poorly, I got a little wary.

Yes, fellow PC gamers, that was a joke. Don't get too excited.

i found a LP on YT where they installed an enhanced visual mod and it still looked pretty bad. the audio holds up tho.

 

[Dizzy-4U]

Vampire The Masquerade QL next. Okthnxby.

 

[StuBurns]

I think the screen tear is the capture device's fault, I don't think they're actually having tears while playing. I've noticed them say before how there isn't screentear while it's tearing up a storm.

 

[Lostconfused]

i found a LP on YT where they installed an enhanced visual mod and it still looked pretty bad. the audio holds up tho.

I still think it looks ok

 

[Data West]

Vampire The Masquerade QL next. Okthnxby.

I wouldn't get your hopes up on that.

 

[rudds]

I think the screen tear is the capture device's fault, I don't think they're actually having tears while playing. I've noticed them say before how there isn't screentear while it's tearing up a storm.

We have a winner, folks!

Some of the assumptions you guys make are asinine. Do you really think we don't know what v-sync is?

 

[Foliorum Viridum]

does it work for the FMV movies? i tend to notice screentearing for FMV curscenes and intro movies for older PC games..

I don't think so, no, but in the actual game you never need to have screen tearing on a PC!

Some of the assumptions you guys make are asinine. Do you really think we don't know what v-sync is?

I never said that. I was informing the poster that said it accurately represented PC gaming that Vsync exists.

Defensive much?

 

[Lostconfused]

I never said that. I was informing the poster that said it accurately represented PC gaming that Vsync exists.

Snarky forum comments aside console games also tend to have screen tearing issues. But again our replies were directed to the poster that said screen tearing is indicative of PC games.

Edit: I doubt anyone here wants to direct personal attacks at you guys. Especialy when you take the time to post here.

 

[LiK]

I don't think so, no, but in the actual game you never need to have screen tearing on a PC!
?

ah well, screentearing in FMV cutscenes are just as annoying.

 

[DaBuddaDa]

Deus Ex was certainly tearin' up the screen. Loved it!

 

[Foliorum Viridum]

ah well, screentearing in FMV cutscenes are just as annoying.

Yup. I had issues with them when I was playing The Witcher recently.

Screen tearing is one of the worst things you can have in a game. KILL IT WITH FIRE.

 

[Goldmund]

A poster who was (at least in his mind) apparently joking.

 

[rollingstart]

For a Deus Expert Patrick doesn't remember much about the game.


Whatever, awesome QL.

on one of the E3 podcasts he said Prey 2 was more like Deus Ex than Human Revolution. Prey 2 looks incredibly awesome, but that's a nay no.

 

[Foliorum Viridum]

A poster who was (at least in his mind) apparently joking.

You never know on GAF. You have people who still think it costs £3000 to build a decent PC and that you can't play it on a couch, so... !

 

[darkressurection]

Also, in all fairness old games usually so goddamn fast on new machines that I can definitely understand why it would looks so jank on capture equipment.

 

[DaBuddaDa]

on one of the E3 podcasts he said Prey 2 was more like Deus Ex than Human Revolution. Prey 2 looks incredibly awesome, but that's a nay no.

They all seem to know very, very little about Deus Ex: HR, other than it doesn't show very well at a loud, crowded trade show. In a week they'll see...they'll see...

 

[Data West]

They all seem to know very, very little about Deus Ex: HR. In a week they'll see...they'll see...

The Weekend Confirmed podcast and the little bits they've said about it on the Bombcast have me VERY worried about Human Revolution's critical reception.

 

[darkressurection]

The Weekend Confirmed podcast and the little bits they've said about it on the Bombcast have me VERY worried about Human Revolution's critical reception.

True, but a LOT of people that played that leaked preview build were very happy with it.

 

[Dizzy-4U]

I wouldn't get your hopes up on that.

You just wait. YOU JUST WAIT!!!

 

[Goldmund]

You never know on GAF. You have people who still think it costs £3000 to build a decent PC and that you can't play it on a couch, so... !

I'd pay £3000 if Zip Express Installation came to assemble my PC.

 

[DaBuddaDa]

The Weekend Confirmed podcast and the little bits they've said about it on the Bombcast have me VERY worried about Human Revolution's critical reception.

Those were pretty much the only two places, turns out, where there was a negative opinion, and it was based solely on E3. The three reviews out so far are a 8/10, 94% and 10/10. I'm not "worried," it's gonna be a great game for fans of the first Deus Ex.

 

[Data West]

True, but a LOT of people that played that leaked preview build were very happy with it.

Oh I certainly was. But I use Demon's Souls as an example. If that game didn't review as well as it did? I bet it would've been dead in the water.

 

[darkressurection]

Oh I certainly was. But I use Demon's Souls as an example. If that game didn't review as well as it did? I bet it would've been dead in the water.

Yeah, I kinda wonder how reviewers will feel about it, but I too played that preview build so unless the rest of the game turns out to be complete shit than I know I will probably love it.

 

[Lostconfused]

But I use Demon's Souls as an example. If that game didn't review as well as it did? I bet it would've been dead in the water.

It's an Atlus published game. Word of mouth and fan reception is just as important for their games. Considering when they sell in the range of 100k units.

 

[rollingstart]

The Weekend Confirmed podcast and the little bits they've said about it on the Bombcast have me VERY worried about Human Revolution's critical reception.

I'm sure it will be like a more positive Alpha Protocol. Whereas that had low from US and average scores Euro critics, Deus Ex will get average and high.

Nothing wrong with that. Tastes differ between regions.

 

[Foliorum Viridum]

I hope Vinny reviews HR. It seems like a Vinny game.

He'd play it the most interesting way.

He probably won't, though

 

[LiK]

Those were pretty much the only two places, turns out, where there was a negative opinion, and it was based solely on E3. The three reviews out so far are a 8/10, 94% and 10/10. I'm not "worried," it's gonna be a great game for fans of the first Deus Ex.

for the PC version at least.

Spoiler

i preordered already

 

[Goldmund]

I hope Vinny reviews HR. It seems like a Vinny game.

He'd play it the most interesting way.

He probably won't, though

What was the last game he reviewed? I can't even remember. Was it a Dragon Ball game?

 

[Lostconfused]

What was the last game he reviewed? I can't even remember. Was it a Dragon Ball game?

Hope springs eternal.

 

[Foliorum Viridum]

What was the last game he reviewed? I can't even remember. Was it a Dragon Ball game?

No idea. I don't really pay attention to the reviews, but on the podcast it always seems like he's just been playing a game for fun, not reviewing it.

Hopefully he plays it day one so we get some solid Vinny views on it!

 

[DaBuddaDa]

Vinny's last review was Ratchet & Clank Future: A Crack in Time back on Oct. 23, 2009.

So I doubt there are any more Vinny reviews coming down the pipe anytime soon.

 

[Data West]

What was the last game he reviewed? I can't even remember. Was it a Dragon Ball game?

Crack In Time

 

[DaBuddaDa]

I wouldn't mind seeing a Klepick, Dave or Drew review, or even Kessler. Just not Ryan or Jeff, who have already seemingly made up their minds about it. Jeff kept calling it the same as Alpha Protocol iirc and Ryan has been frustratingly dismissive about it, like he is with almost everything.

 

[LiK]

I doubt Vinny will review HR. You might just see him in a QL.

 

[Foliorum Viridum]

Two years ago. Goddamn.

I mean, he's probably more into the video production side and stuff, but I think most GAFers will agree Vinny always has a unique take on games that more often than not represents my own views on games.

I'd love to get more in-depth views on Vinny for, well, pretty much every game!

 

[xxracerxx]

Vinny's last review was Ratchet & Clank Future: A Crack in Time back on Oct. 23, 2009.

So I doubt there are any more Vinny reviews coming down the pipe anytime soon.

Man I just finished that game finally and it was a great great entry into the series.

 

[Goldmund]

D'aww, that's a long time. I actually like the reviews on Giant Bomb. They've almost always been interesting to read.

 

[rudds]

They all seem to know very, very little about Deus Ex: HR, other than it doesn't show very well at a loud, crowded trade show. In a week they'll see...they'll see...

Patrick played through the first few hours of it at home.

 

[Gav47]

Did a Quick Look of EYE with @bradshoemaker. That game looks so weird / crappy / awesome.

Yes, as it turns out:

Excellent, cant wait.

Are you this guy by any chance?
http://youtu.be/MN1SnvHSQLg?t=3m40s

Nah man that ain't me
>_>

 

[Purkake4]

I haven't watched too many quick looks and I'm afraid I've missed some classics. Is there a top 10 list or something like that floating around?

Things like the farm simulator were amazing.

 

[Goldmund]

I haven't watched too many quick looks and I'm afraid I've missed some classics. Is there a top 10 list or something like that floating around?

Things like the farm simulator were amazing.

I don't think there is, but maybe your post will encourage somebody to dig through the archives.

 

[SmithnCo]

I haven't watched too many quick looks and I'm afraid I've missed some classics. Is there a top 10 list or something like that floating around?

Things like the farm simulator were amazing.

Try this: "Best of Giant Bomb Quick Looks"

Just look at the names of the quick looks if you want to watch them in full. My personal favorites are Darkest of Days and Rogue Warrior. The Leisure Suit Larry one is also pretty hilarious.

 

[Patryn]

I haven't watched too many quick looks and I'm afraid I've missed some classics. Is there a top 10 list or something like that floating around?

Things like the farm simulator were amazing.

The best Quick Look ever.

 

[Purkake4]

Try this: "Best of Giant Bomb Quick Looks"

Just look at the names of the quick looks if you want to watch them in full. My personal favorites are Darkest of Days and Rogue Warrior. The Leisure Suit Larry one is also pretty hilarious.

Awesome, thanks.

 

[legbone]

The best Quick Look ever.

this was the first giant bomb quick look that i ever watched. first time i had ever been to the site. still a fan to this day. thanks for the trip down memory lane.

 

[Danne-Danger]

Patrick played through the first few hours of it at home.

So he's really just dense then.

There's no way you could play the same preview that plenty of people on GAF has played and spout the same bullshit he did on that E3 podcast.

It'd be nice if you could get him to come in here so he can explain himself!