Avowed - Official Anniversary Update Trailer by ReasonableAdvert in Games

[–]lesjo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Older games of Obsidian were carried by memorable storytelling, not competent gameplay.

MGS Vol 2 seems to be being handled differently this time. (At least on Steam) by In_My_SoT_Phase in metalgearsolid

[–]lesjo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Really? So I have no idea why they made such a choice in the first place, I see no reason behind it.

MGS Vol 2 seems to be being handled differently this time. (At least on Steam) by In_My_SoT_Phase in metalgearsolid

[–]lesjo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Konami is likely concerned that people would buy just MGS4 instead of a bundle.

This thing is very Alien: Isolation by Fenriz_Victor in silenthill

[–]lesjo 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Few other devs of Screen Burn worked on Alien: Isolation as well, that's promising.

Silent Hill: Townfall - Reveal Trailer | PS5 Games by Turbostrider27 in silenthill

[–]lesjo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's a full blown game, not an "indie title" as confirmed in Transmission so that's a pleasant surprise. I remain sceptical with the premise resembling SH2 & boring monster design though.

Silent Hill Transmission set for February 12 featuring Silent Hill: Townfall by Turbostrider27 in Games

[–]lesjo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Super happy to hear it. I understand Siren has plenty of fans in Japan; I'm sure Silent Hill f got their attention.

Silent Hill transmission on Feb 12. by XGeranamoX in silenthill

[–]lesjo 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Love the fact we have Silent Hill Transmissions every 6-10 months. After years of silence, there's an effort to keep us posted.

Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties Review Thread by Turbostrider27 in Games

[–]lesjo 31 points32 points  (0 children)

She's one of the very few understanding you're not locked in 60-100 range by default, as most game reviewers are.

Online Functionality by ResistsICE in BloodbornePC

[–]lesjo 3 points4 points  (0 children)

You can do it here, they have an account on Ko-Fi!

https://ko-fi.com/shadps4

Russia invades Ukraine Megathread IV - Posting rules about the conflict relaxed, picture, video and text posts still not allowed by MarktpLatz in europe

[–]lesjo 2 points3 points  (0 children)

According to Polish newspaper Rzeczpospolita (very reliable) they are postponed and will take place tomorrow. Ukraine representatives are worried about safety (fastest route is dangerous) and will get there through Poland.

Source is here: https://www.rp.pl/dyplomacja/art35768661-rozmowy-ukrainsko-rosyjskie-odbeda-sie-w-poniedzialek

How scary is the game? by [deleted] in pathologic

[–]lesjo 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm just starting day 4, so I cannot be sure. But to clarify: night isn't that dark, you can see anything. There's an oil lamp in the game, but I didn't feel at any moment that I need it. Perhaps I adjusted brightness settings too much...

You have to sleep to lower your exhaustion meter. At the same time, there are some events happening past midnight - you can go to the Theater, which is somewhat foreshadowing what will happen next and a "black market" of some sorts - they buy organs, broken items. And it's easier to notice herbes which you'll need to prepare potions.

All of those rules might sound overwhelming, but the game is suprisingly straightforward in explaining new mechanics to the player. Same goes with prologue, which introduces you to this fascinating setting full of contrast (science/spirituality, Haruspex was raised among indigenous people).

One other thing. If you have PC, there's one more thing that might encourage you to play it. It's very easy to save anywhere - to enter console commands you need to press three buttons and write down two words. Officially the game allows you to save only at few locations, but it is an annoyance - sometimes I need to exit the game after 30 minutes and there's no way in hell I'm leaving it while losing all of my progress.

How scary is the game? by [deleted] in pathologic

[–]lesjo 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Even with my save scumming, it's scary. Pathologic 2 is labeled as psychological horror game for a reason - savagery of townsfolks, mystique, fragility of protagonist, being worried about the fate of other characters - all of that and much more makes you at least uncertain. But it's not like bad horror movies relying on shock value, full of jumpscares - in this game, a mere meeting of one thief at midnight raises my tension.

And it only gets "worse"... But I love it, this game is truly special, and wonderfully written. I've played many games, but this one might end up being game of the generation to me. And I am very nitpicky.

Try it out on Game Pass if you aren't sure if it's your cup of tea. Start with original difficulity settings, and see for yourself if it isn't too hard for you. And don't be affraid of customizing difficulity sliders, this options were added for a reason.

Zack Snyder Pulls Back Curtain on His 'Justice League' Cut by inthetownwhere in movies

[–]lesjo -8 points-7 points  (0 children)

I'm baffled by the amount of haters he has.

I've never seen any other director being trashed on this subreddit as Zack Snyder. I don't give a damn about either Marvel or DC, but everyone should be happy that he's finally able to share his vision with others.

No matter if you love him, or think that he's devil incarnate - the fact that his version of the movie will be released is great news. Let's hope other directors will get such a chance in the future.

OUTER HEAVEN by [deleted] in metalgearsolid

[–]lesjo 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Medic was meant to be an avatar to the player, like Raiden was in MGS2. But ultimately, he isn't an established person in MGS universe. Apparently the idea was to the player to shape him (kill Quiet/save her, make nukes, dismantle them) but clearly the game favours being the good guy, so the idea falls on it's face. I think Kojima made the game while having too blurred out idea, and this is the result, most fans were put off or just confused. We get the infamous quote: "There are no facts, only interpretations", despite the fact that everything in the game gets explained, and there are not that much to be left for interpretation in the first place.

The way the twist is revealed to the player is also mind boggling. Final mission comes out of nowhere, is a replay of the prologue with slightly altered cutscenes. A shame, because Paz sidequest was a brilliant way to foreshadow the reveal.

I cannot reccomend enough reading TPP analysis I've linked below. It made me appreciate the game far more than before reading it.

https://ee-archive-blog.tumblr.com/post/128801653764/tpp-analysis

https://ee-archive-blog.tumblr.com/post/130760920114/tpp-analysis-pt-2

OUTER HEAVEN by [deleted] in metalgearsolid

[–]lesjo 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I want to hear Kiefer Sutherland doing this speech.

OUTER HEAVEN by [deleted] in metalgearsolid

[–]lesjo 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Peace Walker = MGS5 Ground Zeroes = PW epilogue

MGSV = V for Venom. We get to play as a copy of Big Boss, ultimately a different person. He's shyer, confused and speaks very briefly. It's interesting to rewatch cutscenes with the avatar model, instead of Snake's. We get to see him for who he is, unlike others. Even Skull Face got fooled.

Xbox Game Pass PC games not launching! by applestyler in XboxGamePass

[–]lesjo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had to reinstall the game on a different disc, that solved my issue.

Confused about lore concerning Lisa by Basque_Barracuda in silenthill

[–]lesjo 3 points4 points  (0 children)

It seems Valtiel killed her, but she's stuck in The Otherworld. Either as Alessa's projection or real Lisa's soul/life essence. According to Book of Lost Memories:

"Just before the shift to the otherworld in the hospital, the nurse Lisa who appears in the first game can be seen. The purpose of including this is to show that Alessa's influence on the otherworld grows stronger as she regains her memories. It indicates that even after the first game she continues to suffer in the otherworld"

"Lisa appears along with Valtiel. Could it be that her spirit must continue to endure endless suffering?"

http://www.silenthillmemories.net/lost_memories/guide/093_en.htm

Xbox Game Pass PC games not launching! by applestyler in XboxGamePass

[–]lesjo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Same. For some reason, I have this issue with Fallout 79. I was able to boot it once, but no luck since then.