Have you gotten it? It's gonna take me a while to master that swing.
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Yumi's Odd Odyssey (Umihara Kawase) is out on Nintendo eshop for 3DS!
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Have you gotten it? It's gonna take me a while to master that swing.
The Bankslammer
Member
Here, I tried to record a good run. The most important thing is probably to try to attach your hook as close to the ice as possible.
Thanks from me also. This, the second backpack on S24, and the third ending has been my accomplishments for tonight.
Hi, NeoGAF! I'm still playing through the game, at F20 now, but I'm trying to post some decent times as I go. I've got the second fastest time in the F7 hidden exit to F13. I sure would like to find this Xate person, but I'm glad I found a lot of other high-ranking players all in one place. (Hi, George!)
Anyway, why do players in the top rankings tend to use the title character exclusively? Noko's time slow ability slows down the game timer, too, so I don't see any disadvantage to using her instead. Would it be considered cheating if I started posting fast times with Noko?
Oh, and if you're not sold on the game yet, watch the Japanese trailer instead of the crappy English one: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WooPlx3n4Dw
Anyway, why do players in the top rankings tend to use the title character exclusively? Noko's time slow ability slows down the game timer, too, so I don't see any disadvantage to using her instead. Would it be considered cheating if I started posting fast times with Noko?
Oh, and if you're not sold on the game yet, watch the Japanese trailer instead of the crappy English one: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WooPlx3n4Dw
Damn you and your viral marketing and/or possibly misplaced post. Forgot it was coming out so soon. Just ordered the LE. The Inu Curry stuff in the box looks gorgeous.
On topic: 24's second door, 35, 33, and the two boss refights are kicking my butt. Really close to beating them too.
It seems that the game is finally coming to Europe as well under the original title!
EDIT: Oh, I see there's a new topic for it as well. This is what I get for absentmindedly searching "Yumi" and not "Umihara"!
EDIT: Oh, I see there's a new topic for it as well. This is what I get for absentmindedly searching "Yumi" and not "Umihara"!
The Bankslammer
Member
making someone's name a single word is an odd choice
but neat
but neat
Should help some.
sixteen-bit
Member
sky's the limit!
Great to see they did a sale for $20. It's a bit more in my price range, especially since I can spent a bit more with my budget. This game gets hard, but I want to keep trying so I can clear it.
Though where in the world is that 2nd backpack on stage 13? Doesn't help I can't really explore when a giant ice block is trying to crush me.
Though where in the world is that 2nd backpack on stage 13? Doesn't help I can't really explore when a giant ice block is trying to crush me.
Danny Dudekisser
I paid good money for this Dynex!
Forgot this came out.
Also forgot I had it.
... That's a pleasant surprise I guess.
Also forgot I had it.
... That's a pleasant surprise I guess.
sixteen-bit
Member
Man once you get the handle of the physics and the grappling everything in this game is so damn satisfying. One of my favorite 3DS games already
Really satisfying game to learn for sure.
Dash Kappei
Not actually that important
No EU sale obviously right?
I think I'm going to download this after work even though my gaming plate is beyond full at the moment.
I have never played any version of Umihara Kawase but I've been curious about the series for over 10 years; how definitive a version is the 3DS game? Is this the right way to experience the series or is this a missed opportunity?
I have never played any version of Umihara Kawase but I've been curious about the series for over 10 years; how definitive a version is the 3DS game? Is this the right way to experience the series or is this a missed opportunity?
sixteen-bit
Member
"The Dark Souls of platformers"
georgetheplushie
Member
Level select with record keeping and leaderboards make it much better than the Super Famicom version. The physics are different but are by no means worse. I don't have experience with any of the other versions.
What matters most: the controls and the physics of the game.
There are also significantly fewer enemy types, obstacles, and things to do in general (ie. no blocks that need to be grappled and pulled out of the way). The bosses have been improved into more active battles than before, but that's a small plus in a sea of minuses. I don't mind it as a stand-alone title, but when compared to the last two games it doesn't stack up well.
It's also ugly as sin.
Dash Kappei
Not actually that important
Triple that? Make it 5 times that, 'cause complete copies are going for $100/140.
Still kicking myself over not importing it back then :/
AcademicSaucer
Member
Ive been watching videos of this guy https://www.youtube.com/user/aokigorish/videos
And the level of skill you can achieve on this game is insane, ive been trying to do some of his moves and my times keep getting better
And the level of skill you can achieve on this game is insane, ive been trying to do some of his moves and my times keep getting better
sixteen-bit
Member
Nice deal Euro-gamers. Hop on this!
Does the Ricki Lake intro theme song remind anyone else of this game? Gives off the same vibe to me...
sixteen-bit
Member
I can see it.
The Bankslammer
Member
For a first runthrough, it might not be a bad idea to stick with one of the young characters, because they can use checkpoints. Obviously that's pretty useless when going for a good time, but it can save some frustration going for tricky backpacks.
Thank you! I didn't even realize I could switch characters.
Killer Yakuza B
Member
Oh, Max, you're playing Umihara Kawase? Such a cool game for cool people. I love it and it makes me happy.
Definitely try with one of the little kids. They makes things much easier sometimes, specially if you're just trying to survive. The grappling mechanic might take some getting used to but keep at it and I'm sure it'll click and once it does it's very, very satisfying. Watching some youtube videos like the ones someone linked above might be a good idea if you want to see some advanced techniques, although they might have spoilers if you want to find stuff by yourself.
I finally found every exit a while ago and I'm only missing a couple of backpacks, so feel free to ask for advice if you're stuck and in despair. After beating a certain Giant Enemy Crab, life hasn't been the same. I'm fitter, happier, more productive, comfortable, not drinking too much.
Definitely try with one of the little kids. They makes things much easier sometimes, specially if you're just trying to survive. The grappling mechanic might take some getting used to but keep at it and I'm sure it'll click and once it does it's very, very satisfying. Watching some youtube videos like the ones someone linked above might be a good idea if you want to see some advanced techniques, although they might have spoilers if you want to find stuff by yourself.
I finally found every exit a while ago and I'm only missing a couple of backpacks, so feel free to ask for advice if you're stuck and in despair. After beating a certain Giant Enemy Crab, life hasn't been the same. I'm fitter, happier, more productive, comfortable, not drinking too much.
sixteen-bit
Member
On sale for $10 now.
cj_iwakura
Member
Yep, finally bought.
InfiniteNine
Rolling Girl
If you don't buy this I hate you.
TheShampion
Member
I liked the PSP game, I liked the PS1 game (which was the PSP game but better despite coming first imo), and I and actually really adore this one. It may just be the physics finally clicking with me, but I find the platforming even more satisfying in this game. I should go back to the PS1 game at some point, but for now, I am really glad I picked this up.