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I joined in a discussion regarding the new Bioshock demo:

EDDIE047Joined: 12 Aug 2007Posts: 18
Posted: Thu Aug 16, 2007 5:28 am Post subject: BIOSHOCK! PREY!

THEY BOTH ARE ALIKE IF ANYONE NOTICED THAT THE NIOSHOCK DEMO HAS SAME GAMEPLAY AS PREY NOT BECAUSE OF PEOPLE AROUND U OR UNDERWATER BUT HAVE YOU NOTICED THE WRENCH? THE JUMPS? THE POWER? OH WELL GET ON WITH IT LETS GET ON WITH THE GAME HERE ON DISCUSSION WHO IN HERE FOUND ANY FAMILIAR THINGS RELATED FROM BIOSHOCK TO PREY???

MaharetJoined: 27 Apr 2006Posts: 471
Posted: Thu Aug 16, 2007 11:03 am Post subject:

i'm not familiar with prey, but to tell you the truth i wasn't as impressed as my husband was. i think the problem is that i've never really liked games that play like a computer game....like quake. i know i'm probably going to get it from quake fans. it's a great game, but really...i don't like feeling like there should be a mouse in my hand.

the graphics were outstanding though, and the story felt really solid. also, the fact that there's no waiting between the game play and the cut scenes is great. what am i talking about, there weren't any cut scenes. i do love that. rigid, my husband, was so impressed with it from the start that he kept getting out of the ocean just to hear the water fall off when he got out.

i guess it's the attention to detail that's really struck him. taking the time to solve those little puzzles in order to hack the flying machines was a lot of fun as well. rigid played the game as i told him where to go or if he missed something. when it was time to do a puzzle we were off guard, but i helped him solve it the first time.

the point of that is that i felt completely immersed in the game even though i wasn't playing at all. this is one of those games (like parasite eve, resident evil, silent hill) that you can just kick back and enjoy as someone else plays and not feel one damn bit annoyed that you don't have the controller in your hands. there hasn't been a game out there that can hold my attention like that in a LONG.....LONG time.

all in all: two thumbs, two toes and two...well, i won't go there. LOL

Dark Sector

Dark Sector

Damn, this game if for the 360, but it looks like it's going to kick ass. ... No time to write. Must find out more.

Chicago Enforcer

This looks like it might be absolutely idiotic. Because it's a Mature game though it peaks my interest. It may actually be kind of fun. I mean plenty of blood and gore always make me a happy bunny so it's also something to think about.

This is the last game I have time for today. Back to work! I'm sure I'll find more though. If anyone else finds anything on the Xbox backwards compatability list let me know of post it up on the group site and well take it into consideration for the next game purchase.

Chicago Enforcer
Developer: Touchdown Entertainment
Publisher: KEMCO
Genre: Shooter
Release Date: 12/1/2004
Console: Xbox
$19.99
Game Rating: M (Mature)Blood, Violence
Players 1-4
Multiplayer Versus
System Link 2-8
Dolby 5.1 Surround
Players 2-4
Friends
Voice
Screenshots

Features
Chicago Enforcer puts you in the role of a 1930s enforcer for Al Capone’s notorious crime network. The straightforward storyline is driven by heavy action sequences, but also includes technical side objectives where close attention to detail is required. Use the multiple weapons to force your way to the top of the crime syndicate, or try your luck against other Xbox Live® subscribers in the custom multiplayer levels. This classic first-person shooter is sure to be a hit with its smooth gameplay and limitless features. This title is playable on Xbox 360™ with a software emulator. Please see http://www.xbox.com/en-us/games/backwardscompatibility.htm for more details.

Close Combat: First to Fight

I could be interested in this game, but I can't easily find information regarding the Live service. Some of the things I'd like to know is if it supports Split Screen and how many players are allowed in a team online. I've noticed that in Co-Op mode on GRAW it only allows a two man team. I don't know if that's to do with my server or if that's all it'll allow. I don't like that at all. It's a much better and more rewarding experience when you can take a team of 4-6 on a mission and just have at it. It's probably why I loved the Rainbow 6 series so much. Too bad for lockdown though...I don't know what it was about the gameplay, but it sucked ass.


Close Combat®: First to Fight™
Developer: Destineer
Publisher: 2K Games
Genre: Shooter
Release Date: 4/1/2005
Console: Xbox
$39.99
Game Rating: T (Teen)Blood; Violence
Players 1-4
System Link 2-8
Dolby 5.1 Surround
HDTV 480p
Storage Device
Xbox Live Scoreboard
Friends
Voice
Features
Lead a four-man fireteam of U.S. Marines through the perils of authentic combat in a Middle Eastern urban battleground. Close Combat®: First to Fight™ is an action-oriented, first-person 3-D shooter developed under the direction of the U.S. Marine Corps as a training simulation for the Marine Corps. This title is playable on Xbox 360™ with a software emulator. Please see http://www.xbox.com/en-us/games/backwardscompatibility.htm for more details.

Call of Duty: Finest Hour

Just bought GRAW, but not all of my friends can play that live with me so I'm trying to come up with a game that I can get that everyone can play. This looks like it might be a winner and one that I could easily buy used:

Xbox.com Call of Duty™: Finest Hour™ - Game Detail Page: "Game InformationCall of Duty™: Finest Hour™
Developer: SparkPublisher: Activision, Inc.Genre: ShooterRelease Date: 11/19/2004Console: XboxPlatinum Hit$19.99Game Rating: T (Teen)
Blood,Violence
Players 1
Dolby 5.1 Surround
HDTV 480p
Friends
Voice
Backward CompatibilityThis Xbox® title is playable on Xbox 360™ with a free software emulator.

Here's the only thing I'm interested in: Online multiplayer: Go on Xbox Live® for Axis-versus-Allies team-based multiplayer gameplay online. Choose your side and work together with players from around the world to eliminate enemies and complete mission objectives. Choose from a variety of team-based scenarios or be the last man standing in Team Deathmatch. Call out to allies or enemies with voice support.

Armored Core 4

YOUR SHITTING ME!!!! Armored Core 4???? If you could have seen my jaw hit my desk you would have peed your pants laughing. ARMORED CORE dudes! That's my game!!!! That's my game!!!! I still have all my original Armored Core characters from my Playstation. OMG... I'm going to pee my panties.

I have to find out when this game is coming out!.....

OH NO!!! THE HORROR, THE FAGGETRY!!!!! It's not due to be realeased until the spring of 2007. That means anything could happen, delays, set backs and even more delays! I'm mortified. I was hoping it would be out this christmas. Well, so be it. That just means I have until the spring of next year to get set up with my 360. Hopefully the new batches come out by then, otherwise I'll have to settle and take my chances like everyone else.

Xbox Official Magazine
"Armored Core 4
Crunching it's metallic hooves onto the Xbox 360 from the team that brought you Chromehounds! Featuring multiple opponents, all new environment battle and fully customisable floor squashers, Armoured Core 4 will be stepping out of the shadows on onto a house near you in Spring of 2007. And with extensive online features also promised this title is set to appease those who like nothing better than smashing their mates Mech up over Xbox Live!
publisher: Sega developer:FromSoftware genre:Shoot 'em up release date:Spring 2007 "

Let me tell you, if someone broke out with the news that Armored Core 4 would be released along with the new PS3 it wouldn't be a hard choice for me between the 360 and the PS3. THAT'S how much I love this game.

This link, if it works, might give you up to date news on this game as it appears on the web...I think: Armored Core 4 News on Google

Games On My Slivr

Originally posted: "Friday, July 14, 2006

Ever since Rigid and I got our Motorola Slivr's we've actually done more gaming on our phones than we've done on Xbox Live. Okay, maybe I'm exaggerating a little bit, but still...Its really cool. We've both got about 3 games a piece. We never download the same game because...well that would be pointless wouldn't it?

Currently my Bejweled score is 53000. Something like that. I know it's pathetic, but I'm happy with it considering the fact that I don't play it to beat my own score all the time.

I also have the Sopranos Poker game. I've never actually watched the TV show, but the game has Texas Hold'em as well as regular 5 card poker. It's really fun to play. As you start to run out of money you can bet your possessions...actually what you do is turn your possessions in and exchange them for money. Then you can restart a game with however much money you've got. I've even won some jewlery from the other poker players. I've spent hours playing that one

This month I bought another one of my all time favorite games. Mahjong by Jamdat. I used to be so into it that I ran out to China town and bought myself some Mahjong tiles. The damn thing is so heavy I don't like to play with them. But it's fun if all your doing is solitaire because the actual 4 person game is so hard to learn that you can't easily take any friend and teach them how to play. It's a nightmare playing with 2 people so solitare is the way to go for me. You have to clear all the levels to get to the rank of Emperor, so far it's actually been a little boring because it's so damn easy. Maybe the difficulty level will increase, but I don't see any function for that.

Rigid has a few cool games on his too, Blackjack, Snooker and Jewel Quest. This is also an all time great.

These little games are a great way to pass the time and we play them at least once a day.

Morrowind The Elder Scrolls

Purchased Used @ Gamestop: $10.95

I was sort of milling around at the Gamestop in Bell Gardens not really knowing which game to buy. There were quite a few games I needed... Scratch that. Wanted. I settled on Morrowind because I've yet to come across an RPG style game that I would actually enjoy on Xbox. I tried to play this game several times though and I never could get into it too much. The load times were too damn slow and the character started off with such low health a gnat could have bitten him and he'd end up dead on the floor. He also walked so slow it would make you feel as though the character was treading through mud neck deep.

Well, I eventually did pick it up and play it more. I had to create a new character though so I was a little miffed. I accidentally stole a very shiny plate that caught my eye. Before I knew it I was lying dead on the floor at the feet of a guard in very shiny gold armor and a very long sword. I then overwrote the game with the new game when the game restarted. Yeah, that's confusing and I'm not going to elaborate any further. I fucked that game up over and over again until I got the hang of it. Eventually I was on my way and stealing things left and right wherever I went. I didn't quite get the jail thing so I paid my fines If I had any... I tried a few of the little side quests, but I simply wasn't strong enough. That and I was naked. I didn't realize the guy just had some pampers on. Crazy game developers. So I clothed the poor guy and eventually built up his strength, bought him some armor and made sure I had some money on me at all times. I decided It was time to go fight something. Everything else before simply killed me on the spot. You know... 'cause I was neekid.

Now that I had me some shiny new armor I knew It would be time to get out there and kill me some monsters. A charecter in the city called Balmora directed me to a womans house. Apparently she had some rat problems. "Rat's?", I said? Phff... Let me at 'em. I made it over there through the cobble stoned alleyways and entered her home. That bitch was rude let me tell you. They're all rude in fact. Still I needed to kill those rats! So I went at the first one. I thought I was doing something wrong because this rat nearly killed me. I felt brave though because I had defeated it so I saved and moved on to the next rats upstairs. I don't think I'm in anyway exaggerating when I say that I had to restart about 17 times. 17!!!!! Each load time is about 4-5 min long! Multiply that times the amount of time I actually spent trying to tweek my charecter!!!! I probably tried for two hours before I finally gave up to steel more stuff that I might be able to sell to increase my armor points.

I was so pissed off that by the time Rigid came home I was ready to throw the controller out of the window. Well, Rigid sat down with me and started giving me some pointers. Rigid... the guy that swears that movie clips in games suck and only detract from a game. The guy that thinks reading in anything in a game is boring. The guy that things story lines in games are usless. The guy that swore he HATES rpg's with a passion!!! He actually sat down with me and started to enjoy the game with me. In fact he started to get on my nerves tell me what to do. Little did I realize that the tips he was giving me would actually work. Well, I could go on about this all day, but I eventually got stuck. I got so badly stuck that I literally gave up.

He came to my rescue and pretty much took over my game. Now I can't get him off of it. In fact... my character is not my own anymore. Rigid has turned my lovley charecter into an assasin. A cold blooded murderer... But he kicks so much ass!!!

The Elder Scrolls

Used Games OTM

Used Games Of The Month has been created to keep track of any games I've used during one specific month. Don't really know why yet all I know is that I can't stop thinking that I really needed this page. It will include video games played, used titles, borrowed games & purchased games.

Just my experiences as I have them, have had them or will possibly have them. Again, contributors are welcome to join!

Enjoy!