Deus Ex: Human Revolution

[Aikouka]

Day of release huh? so you rely on opinions of people who've barely played a potentially buggy and unpatched game? sweet!

What's wrong with that? Usually someone would want to avoid putting down hard-earned money on something that is essentially broken. If it's patched to work properly in the future, then pick it up then!

 

[Liet]

Just thought I'd check in - As a fan of the original DX, I don't want any consolized bullshit in this new one. Did they fix it to make it more PC gamer friendly?

 

[motsm]

Just thought I'd check in - As a fan of the original DX, I don't want any consolized bullshit in this new one. Did they fix it to make it more PC gamer friendly?

Depends on how you define PC friendly.

The main complaints people have is that the combat and stealth is all based around a third person cover system, melee combat has been turned into third person single button take downs, and the game uses health regeneration. If you don't mind that stuff, than you shouldn't have a big problem with it.

 

[Stringjam]

Depends on how you define PC friendly.

The main complaints people have is that the combat and stealth is all based around a third person cover system, melee combat has been turned into third person single button take downs

I do mind that stuff - a lot - and I really wanted to be excited about this game. It looks like it was intelligently designed with some very good ideas - but then they throw that junk in there.

Why is it so hard to implement proper FPS mechanics? It is so much of what makes first-person the most immersive experience.

I remember the first time I played Crysis. It totally ruined me - because they nailed how I always wanted the player controls to feel.....like a real person instead of a robot on a Segway. You didn't need that third-person cover crap because you could lean and take a peak around corners....just like you would do in the real world. You could crouch and lean...even lay on your belly behind a rock and poke your head out to the side to check out the scene. I guess developers are too lazy or people just don't care.....even Crytek gutted those abilities in Crysis 2.

Maybe I'm just a first person purist. I hate automatic "take-down" commands...I hate crosshairs....I even hate when games switch to third-person for cut-scenes and driving vehicles (especially driving vehicles).

I'm still waiting for the game that provides the total first person experience - with stellar FPS mechanics (why is only one developer making a game that doesn't zoom the entire screen when looking through a scope....when you look through a scope, the only thing that should zoom is what is actually in front of the lens....genius!) AND an intriguing story with proper character development and interaction. S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 is supposedly on the slate to come out next year - maybe those guys can pull it off.

 

[motsm]

I do mind that stuff - a lot - and I really wanted to be excited about this game. It looks like it was intelligently designed with some very good ideas - but then they throw that junk in there.

Pretty much how I feel about it too, I have just been hoping that the game has some degree of mod support.

 

[SMOGZINN]

I do mind that stuff - a lot - and I really wanted to be excited about this game. It looks like it was intelligently designed with some very good ideas - but then they throw that junk in there.

Why is it so hard to implement proper FPS mechanics? It is so much of what makes first-person the most immersive experience.
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Maybe I'm just a first person purist. I hate automatic "take-down" commands...I hate crosshairs....I even hate when games switch to third-person for cut-scenes and driving vehicles (especially driving vehicles).

Those things make the game harder, and these days producers are all about making the game easier.
Crosshairs are a byproduct of the limited ability to detect spatial relation in a game, you need some absolute point to let you know relative distance.

 

[gothamhunter]

New TV Spot is pretty sweet.

 

[Mem]

http://www.videogamesblogger.com/2011/08/03/deus-ex-human-revolution-preview.htm .

Quite a few video clips from above link.

 

[TecHNooB]

I've had a huge laundry list of games I've wanted to by that just fell below expectations upon release that I ended up not buying them. Really considering getting this one just because I haven't bought a new console game in so long.

 

[Aikouka]

It seems like the game is available for pre-load now? I got an e-mail from Green Man Gaming with my serial.

Interesting note about GMG... purchasing from them triggered my card's purchase protection, because the transaction specifically states that it's in the UK. :\

 

[Madia]

Yes, it's available for pre load. I ordered it from GMG and just got my serial today and am downloading now.

 

[ChickenShwarma]

The game is bundled with the video card I just ordered, so I'm looking forward to playing this game.

The original was a classic. First game that combined RPG and FPS successfully, IMO. (System Shock 2 didn't quite do it for me). However, it is always going to be tough to follow such a classic because of the high expectation.

So far, I'm excited about the world they have created. The art direction looks phenomenal. Hopefully the gameplay can match the original.

 

[UberNeuman]

Got my fingers crossed that this will be a good game - and I've pre-loaded the game - thanks Green Man Gaming and to those folks who shared the great deal for the game....

 

[Jules]

Gone, Thanks

 

[PrayForDeath]

Looking forward to this one. Haven't played the old ones, but I love RPGs.

 

[Kristijonas]

Looking forward to pirate.

 

[TheVrolok]

1 was incredible, 2 was meh, but still fun.. we'll see about 3; but I'm hoping.

 

[Mem]

1 was incredible, 2 was meh, but still fun.. we'll see about 3; but I'm hoping.

I probably won't get my retail copy until Friday,GM gave the game 94% http://www.computerandvideogames.com/315210/deus-ex-human-revolution-review-94-in-gm/ ,like any review its personal view point,hope it lives up to my expectations.

 

[Jschmuck2]

Looking forward to pirate.

Ban in 3...2....

 

[Imp]

Pre-ordered it to save $10. Kinda regretting it. I've got jackshit to do this week, so I'll have to wait for snail mail to get it to me at least a day after release.

 

[bl4ckfl4g]

Looking forward to pirate.

Really dude?

 

[smartpatrol]

I buy games based on what forum say on the day of release.

Major whining about irrelevant details = GOTY

Fanboys excusing major holes = AVOID

Yes! This is the criteria I use. When I see fanboys picking apart negative reviews, making up excuses, and basically trying to counteract criticism, that's when I know a game sucks.

 

[Andy T]

What happened to the Augmented Edition for the PC? It appears to be unavailable from Gamestop and Amazon. Did I "miss the train" to pre-order it?

Thanks.

 

[Anubis]

What happened to the Augmented Edition for the PC? It appears to be unavailable from Gamestop and Amazon. Did I "miss the train" to pre-order it?

Thanks.

it was available yesterday on amazon and steam

seems amazon removed it for the PC, its still available for the consoles

try steam i guess

 

[Andy T]

Thanks. Found it on Steam. The steam version also doesn't mention the extra 10,000 credits and the sniper rifle. I also wanted a "physical" copy, especially with all the extras. I am feeling a bit of nostalgia for the old days with big boxes.