Why Are these Games so DAMNED GOOD?

Killzig · Post by **Killzig** » Sat Apr 03, 2004 2:51 pm

Planescape: Torment is the best toilet reading ever. Too bad I'd have to drag my computer along with me to read it..

atoga · Post by **atoga** » Sun Apr 04, 2004 1:27 am

Killzig wrote:Planescape: Torment is the best toilet reading ever. Too bad I'd have to drag my computer along with me to read it..

There's a Planescape: Torment novel, but it sucks.

Planescape: Torment is a great game based solely on its strong story, but I wouldn't call it SO DAMNED GOOD on account of parts of the game being rushed, a lack of character choice and balance, and because it doesn't do full justice to the wacky Planescape world.

Guest · Post by **Guest** » Sun Apr 04, 2004 1:47 am

System Shock 1 is a classic because it was so revolutionary. At the time, nothing like it had been done before; it introduced so many new concepts to the adventure genre. Now those concepts are the norm, so playing it today, it might not seem like a huge deal. The story (and the overall System Shock universe) is great, though.

System Shock 2 needs to played by everyone. Right now.

My addition to the list (since Vice City was taken) is SSX3. It's just one of those games that kicks ass from the first minute you start playing it. Perfect control, open-ended gameplay, utterly mind-blowing graphics.

Ernesto · Post by **Ernesto** » Sun Apr 04, 2004 3:21 am

Phias wrote:Fallout-I believe that this game gave me more hope for humanity, although that hope dwindled a time afterwards.

Um... Expain? You make it sound like Fallout's the freaking bible, or some other non-denominational religious text. VAULT DWELLERZ = GOD'S CHILDREN?

Phish wrote:And I must ask the community a question: Is Deus Ex 2 any good? The cover gave me doubts.

Yeah, the guy on the cover looks like a total pussy compared to JC Denton.

Guest · Post by **Guest** » Sun Apr 04, 2004 3:44 am

Mr. Green wrote:Um... Expain? You make it sound like Fallout's the freaking bible, or some other non-denominational religious text

That's because it is.

Ernesto · Post by **Ernesto** » Sun Apr 04, 2004 7:11 am

Very nice comeback.

Stainless · Post by **Stainless** » Mon Apr 05, 2004 12:59 am

Eh, wth. Battle Isle. Play the 3rd one and you're in TB warfare heaven.

Kashluk · Post by **Kashluk** » Mon Apr 05, 2004 7:14 am

I have to add that now that I've started playing Gothic II, I can sincerely recommend it... It's sweet, like Morrowind with RPG elements and proper combat, plus it runs quite smooth on my 'puter.

ExtremeDrinker · Post by **ExtremeDrinker** » Mon Apr 05, 2004 7:20 am

Finally...Someone else around here that likes Gothic.

Here's a question for everyone: What are your opinions on the game Gangland?

I've read a bunch of reviews from magazines/online review sites that say it sucks, and I've read a bunch that say it's good. Most of the "user reviews" are positive. I'm considering buying it..Supposedly a RPG/RTS/SIM game...The looks remind me of GTAII and The Sims...Sort of remind me of some of the screenies I saw of FOT, as well.

Opinions on Gangland?

Kashluk · Post by **Kashluk** » Mon Apr 05, 2004 7:24 am

Yes, Gothic pwns. Especially now, that I learned how to sword-fight properly and won't get killed by level 1 creatures while I'm level 6 myself

I've heard it's an interesting concept, being a mafia strategy and, or tactical game, but the technical side lacks quite a bit... AI works stupidly, too much mouse-raping, annoying glitches etc. But I have no first-hand experience, just stuff I've heard / read.

happy11 · Post by **happy11** » Mon Apr 05, 2004 1:59 pm

i gotta agree FFT was incredible, job system was great, it was so different from its time (tactics ogre was the only other one out and it sucked) had a great storyline with some great twists, I loved tactics.

Bleusilences · Post by **Bleusilences** » Mon Apr 05, 2004 4:20 pm

Gnagland is great potential but with a really piss poor execution. It's like an amateur game!!

Wolfman Walt · Post by **Wolfman Walt** » Mon Apr 05, 2004 10:53 pm

I rather liked Ogre Tactics, especially if you consider that it was made for the SNES. It was ahell of alot harder then Tactics.

POOPERSCOOPER · Post by **POOPERSCOOPER** » Tue Apr 06, 2004 12:25 am

Also considering the same team made FFT.

jetbaby · Post by **jetbaby** » Tue Apr 06, 2004 3:01 am

I'm still looking for a copy of Tactics Ogre. Did anyone ever say Mortal Kombat? Because hot damn I love that game.

ExtremeDrinker · Post by **ExtremeDrinker** » Tue Apr 06, 2004 3:07 am

I lived for Mortal Kombat. The only reason I got a PS1 is to play Mortal Kombat Trilogy.

I have to admit, though..Killer Instinct really kicked MK's ass when it came to innovation on the SNES...Great soundtracks, smooth animation, and an all-around great experience.

Role-Player · Post by **Role-Player** » Wed Apr 07, 2004 1:48 am

Mr. Green wrote:Planescape: Torment is simply the best hack and slash CRPG ever made. Crappiest combat system ever, but awesome story.

I sense a disturbance in the force.

boywoos · Post by **boywoos** » Wed Apr 07, 2004 3:34 am

Gotta go for gothic as well. For a console game, probably Pro-Evolution Soccer 3.

Ernesto · Post by **Ernesto** » Wed Apr 07, 2004 4:29 am

Role-Player wrote:I sense a disturbance in the force.

Warp speed, Mr. Sulu! Those PS:T fans are the greatest threat since the Romulans!

One of my favourite console games would have to be Chrono Trigger for SNES. That game fucking owns FF VII. Great characters, plot and not a bad battle system for that time. The villian's dastardly deeds are some of the best in game history, going back in time and planting your children in different times is so cool - even for those crazy Japanese.

Fuck Sarovak, fuck Irenicus and fucking forget about Bob Page. Anyone who goes Blarrrg is king.

(Sarovak = BG I
Irenicus = BG II
Page = Deus Ex)

Role-Player · Post by **Role-Player** » Wed Apr 07, 2004 1:29 pm

I was only addressing the comment that it was the best hack and slash CRPG ever made, when its not even hack and slash.

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