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[Ikzai]

So far it's been a great sequel - sorta rare these days.

[DragonRageGT]

slimgrin wrote...

That damn dragon part was a **** on med difficulty even. Now I'm in the camp. And what a great scene! I love it.

Still waiting on GoG for those Polish vo's. Doesn't feel right playing in English.

Heh... I died/reloaded a lot in such a short piece of the tale!!! Until I figured out how to do it and then it was a breeze. So easy I felt stupid for not realizing it sooner.  One word: Quen Sign... well, two words!

P.S.: I liked the English version of TW1 better than the Polish. Not understanding a word they say really bugs me. I worked so hard to learn my English! =) (And I would hate a Portuguese vo's! That might work for Medieval Maritime Conquest games... not for fantasy Sword&Cape)

Modifié par RageGT, 18 mai 2011 - 04:22 .

[Morroian]

Monica83 wrote...

Ok hten:

VO, lack of customisation ring any bells.

[Chromie]

RageGT wrote...

slimgrin wrote...

That damn dragon part was a **** on med difficulty even. Now I'm in the camp. And what a great scene! I love it.

Still waiting on GoG for those Polish vo's. Doesn't feel right playing in English.

Heh... I died/reloaded a lot in such a short piece of the tale!!! Until I figured out how to do it and then it was a breeze. So easy I felt stupid for not realizing it sooner.  One word: Quen Sign... well, two words!

Ha Quen sign run to the next wood thingy Geralt lit on fire and pray you don't die and Quen again and then a mob of enemies.

[Monica83]

RageGT wrote...

slimgrin wrote...

That damn dragon part was a **** on med difficulty even. Now I'm in the camp. And what a great scene! I love it.

Still waiting on GoG for those Polish vo's. Doesn't feel right playing in English.

Heh... I died/reloaded a lot in such a short piece of the tale!!! Until I figured out how to do it and then it was a breeze. So easy I felt stupid for not realizing it sooner.  One word: Quen Sign... well, two words!

THat part was amazing i never been so scared by dragons since bg2 that scene maked me almost jump!!!

[Monica83]

Morroian wrote...

Monica83 wrote...

Ok hten:

VO, lack of customisation ring any bells.

Ok continue with your eyepatch.... The witcher 2 is born to be a sequel of the first game.. and what i see here are only improvement not dumbed down features

[Brockololly]

Zjarcal wrote...

Apollo Starflare wrote...

Not that I'm particularly surprised but that reviewer really had it out for DA2. Although I was quite surprised that of all the things he chose to criticise of DA2 in a TW2 review he chose customisation of the player character. I mean, TW2 is a great game but they are seriously restricted by the source material in requring you to not only play a set character but also be unable to vary his appearance (or make 'him' a her for that matter).

Don't get me wrong, TW2 is obviously an incredible game, but that bit seemed kinda daft. 

Agreed.

Honestly, that last bit of "is it better than..." always makes me cringe on the gamesradar reviews. This particular one was just extra daft. "I hate X game for limiting player customization! Oh, but Y game that has ZERO player customization is great!" ... jeez.

I guess it depends on what you want to take away as player customization though too. Sure, you can't change Geralt's face or gender, but you can play him in different ways, like actually being able to talk people down without inevitably going into combat  *cough* DA2*cough* and you have tons of armor/loot to utilize and have tons of skills to build Geralt as you level up in pretty different ways.

[Malanek]

Apollo Starflare wrote...
Not that I'm particularly surprised but that reviewer really had it out for DA2. Although I was quite surprised that of all the things he chose to criticise of DA2 in a TW2 review he chose customisation of the player character. I mean, TW2 is a great game but they are seriously restricted by the source material in requring you to not only play a set character but also be unable to vary his appearance (or make 'him' a her for that matter).

Don't get me wrong, TW2 is obviously an incredible game, but that bit seemed kinda daft. It's one of the reasons I hope to see CDP try their hand at a less restrictive game at some point, be it a new IP or whatever. They obviously have oodles of creativity.

Seeing that 10 makes it all the more gutting that Skyrim is coming out this year really. TW2 definitely deserves GotY or 'Best RPG' recognition, but I just can't see it happening (at least from most) unless Bethesda seriously mess up with Skyrim.

Pretty much this. I'm also surprised a review mentioned it was more tactical than DA2, I can't work that one out. I'm only about 2 hours into TW2 and it's good. Really good. Its got a surprisngly high learning curve, I struck a couple of different bugs and I have concerns about game balance like the invulnerability sign. But for a small studio it is pretty obvious they have put a huge amount of "love" into the game and the story and world seem incredibly immersive. And the gameplay is fun despite some frustrations and suspiscions of underlying imbalance. 

The one thing I really disagree with in your post is Skyrim. I didn't like the previous two games and won't be getting it. The lack of focus on story combined with terribly imbalanced game system just doesn't grip me at all.

[Chromie]

Brockololly wrote...

I guess it depends on what you want to take away as player customization though too. Sure, you can't change Geralt's face or gender, but you can play him in different ways, like actually being able to talk people down without inevitably going into combat  *cough* DA2*cough* and you have tons of armor/loot to utilize and have tons of skills to build Geralt as you level up in pretty different ways.

Let's not forget DA2 is much more linear compared to Witcher 2 or DA:O. Not that it makes it any less of an rpg but I like my games non-linear.

Best song on Witcher 2 OST - The Wild Hunt Just pure win.

[Zjarcal]

Brockololly wrote...

Zjarcal wrote...

Apollo Starflare wrote...

Not that I'm particularly surprised but that reviewer really had it out for DA2. Although I was quite surprised that of all the things he chose to criticise of DA2 in a TW2 review he chose customisation of the player character. I mean, TW2 is a great game but they are seriously restricted by the source material in requring you to not only play a set character but also be unable to vary his appearance (or make 'him' a her for that matter).

Don't get me wrong, TW2 is obviously an incredible game, but that bit seemed kinda daft. 

Agreed.

Honestly, that last bit of "is it better than..." always makes me cringe on the gamesradar reviews. This particular one was just extra daft. "I hate X game for limiting player customization! Oh, but Y game that has ZERO player customization is great!" ... jeez.

I guess it depends on what you want to take away as player customization though too. Sure, you can't change Geralt's face or gender, but you can play him in different ways, like actually being able to talk people down without inevitably going into combat  *cough* DA2*cough* and you have tons of armor/loot to utilize and have tons of skills to build Geralt as you level up in pretty different ways.

Dude, that's like... also in DA2! Maybe there are less skills or armors to choose from, but it's there... in no small amount.

Eh, but I don't want to get into a DA2 vs TW2 argument on this thread. Let the TW2 love continue.

Modifié par Zjarcal, 18 mai 2011 - 04:29 .

[Addai]

I'm more mixed on a first impression. The visuals are gorgeous, but I really dislike the UI and the jerky camera movement is going to be a problem (migraines). Not sure about the combat, either. It will take some getting used to. I think it's got a high learning curve.

[Lenimph]

Brockololly wrote...

I guess it depends on what you want to take away as player customization though too. Sure, you can't change Geralt's face or gender, but you can play him in different ways, like actually being able to talk people down without inevitably going into combat  *cough* DA2*cough* and you have tons of armor/loot to utilize and have tons of skills to build Geralt as you level up in pretty different ways.

You know by these standards Fable 3 must be an incredible ARRPEEGEE

[Apollo Starflare]

RageGT wrote...

Heh... I died/reloaded a lot in such a short piece of the tale!!! Until I figured out how to do it and then it was a breeze. So easy I felt stupid for not realizing it sooner.  One word: Quen Sign... well, two words!

P.S.: I liked the English version of TW1 better than the Polish. Not understanding a word they say really bugs me. I worked so hard to learn my English! =) (And I would hate a Portuguese vo's! That might work for Medieval Maritime Conquest games... not for fantasy Sword&Cape)

From what I can tell quite a few have fallen into the trap of not realising that TW2 actually makes use of Quen/Axii/Yrden, as opposed to the first game where even on higher levels they were rarely required. This is a big improvement if you ask me, I made a point of using Quen and Axii a fair bit in TW1 anyway just because I liked the idea of them, so glad to hear they are actually needed now (even on Normal).

I played through to Act 3 of TW1 with English VA and consider my change to the Polish VA one of the best decisions I made in that game. I've heard mixed reports regarding the English VA in TW2 so far so I'm not holding my breath that I won't be making use of the Polish once again yet. Not that it bothers me, I find it little different to watching a foreign film. I love the Polish word for Witcher as well.

Malanek999 wrote...

The one thing I really disagree
with in your post is Skyrim. I didn't like the previous two games and
won't be getting it. The lack of focus on story combined with terribly
imbalanced game system just doesn't grip me at all.

Aha, well, while it's true I'm a big Elder Scrolls fan that point was made more in regards to how the various critics of the world will see things. Oblivion did insanely well come awards season, despite being criticised for much the same reasons you give there by many (including myself), I don't see it being any different for Skyrim should it capture the imaginations of the gaming world in the same way. It just has massive weight behind it's name.

But we'll see, considering how it has stormed onto the scene this year in particular TW and CDP could come away with a good few awards, which would certainly be yet more welcome exposure for a still relatively young dev.

[Chromie]

Lenimph wrote...

Brockololly wrote...

I guess it depends on what you want to take away as player customization though too. Sure, you can't change Geralt's face or gender, but you can play him in different ways, like actually being able to talk people down without inevitably going into combat  *cough* DA2*cough* and you have tons of armor/loot to utilize and have tons of skills to build Geralt as you level up in pretty different ways.

You know by these standards Fable 3 must be an incredible ARRPEEGEE

Fable III is all combat, no story and armor only changes your look adds nothing to gameplay.

What with all these ponies recently!


@Apollo Starflare    Honestly I think Oblivion won just because it's from Bethesda. Same reason CoD wins awards. It's not exactly good but EVERYONE has it. I'll be getting Skyrim because Bethesda always make the best games for modding. I really hope Witcher 2's editior isn't as limited like in Witcher 1.

Modifié par Ringo12, 18 mai 2011 - 04:41 .

[mesmerizedish]

Ringo12 wrote...

What with all these ponies recently!

Modifié par ishmaeltheforsaken, 18 mai 2011 - 04:41 .

[Lenimph]

Ringo12 wrote...


Fable III is all combat, no story and armor only changes your look adds nothing to gameplay.

What with all these ponies recently!

I was talking about customization I never mentioned anything else. 

My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic will rock your world man.  Just give it a chance man... 

[naughty99]

I just noticed the list of Steam achievements - is it the same for the GOG version?

The Fugitive
Finish the Prologue.



To Aedirn!
Complete Chapter 1.



Ale Iacta Est
Complete Chapter 2.



Madman
Finish the game while playing at the Insane difficulty level.



To Be Continued...
Finish the game at any difficulty level.



Backbone
Craft a suit of armor from elements of the kayran's carapace.



Artful Dodger
Cut off a tentacle using the kayran trap.



Guru
Achieve character level 35.



Master Alchemist
Acquire the Mutant ability.



Master of Magic
Acquire the Sense of Magic ability.



Swordmaster
Acquire the Combat Acumen ability.



Journeyman
Achieve character level 10.



Craftsman
Hire a craftsman to create an item.



Apprentice
Use alchemy to brew five potions or oils.



Torn Asunder!
Kill more than one opponent using a single exploding bomb.



Taster
Drink one potion.



Miser
Collect 10000 orens.



Mutant!
Enhance abilities using mutagens at least five times.



The Butcher of Blaviken
Kill 500 foes.



Focus
Perform three successful ripostes in a row.



Ricochet
Kill a foe by deflecting his own arrow at him.



Threesome
Kill three foes at once by performing a group finisher.



Perfectionist
Kill 10 foes in a row without losing any Vitality.



Eagle Eye
Hit Count Etcheverry using the ballista.



Man of the Shadows
Successfully sneak through Loredo's garden and find the component of the kayran trap.



Librarian
Find all additional information about the insane asylum's history.



Gladiator
Defeat all opponents in the Kaedweni arena.



Heartbreaker
Seduce Ves.



Great Potion!
Brew the ostmurk potion.



Tourist
Tour the camp with Zyvik.



Friend of Trolls
Spare all trolls in the game.



Trollslayer
Kill all the trolls in the game.



Black Ops
Sneak through the lower camp without raising the alarm.



Pest Control
Finish all quests involing the destruction of monster nests.



Gambler
Win an arm wrestling match, a dice poker game and a fist fight.



Intimidator
Intimidate someone.



Poker!
Roll five-of-a-kind at dice poker.



Once Ain't Enough
Reach the Epilogue of the game.

[Chromie]

Nope only Steam version has achievements.

[Addai]

Ringo12 wrote...
What with all these ponies recently!

Stomp them like cockroaches.

I don't know why everyone disses the English VO for Geralt in the first one.  I liked it.  Sounds like the same guy to me in TW2.

Modifié par Addai67, 18 mai 2011 - 04:56 .

[Anathemic]

Man epic so far, I'm at the beginning of the Dragon part, man. I died like 5 times already, the game really makes use of your signs, not just Arden/Igni.

I had to keep using my Quen for survival and Yrden for CC, man I love this game so much!!!!

[naughty99]

Lenimph wrote...

Ringo12 wrote...


Fable III is all combat, no story and armor only changes your look adds nothing to gameplay.

What with all these ponies recently!

I was talking about customization I never mentioned anything else. 

My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic will rock your world man.  Just give it a chance man... 

LINK

Modifié par naughty99, 18 mai 2011 - 04:58 .

[Anathemic]

Addai67 wrote...

Ringo12 wrote...
What with all these ponies recently!

Stomp them like cockroaches.

I don't know why everyone disses the English VO for Geralt in the first one.  I liked it.  Sounds like the same guy to me in TW2.

Agreed, I liked the VA in TW1 and lvoe it more in TW2

[Malanek]

Anathemic wrote...
I had to keep using my Quen for survival and Yrden for CC, man I love this game so much!!!!

Quen is the invulnerability one right? I haven't played too far but I am concerned that it seems vastly overpowered.

[CoS Sarah Jinstar]

This game is fantastic! Not only is the combat fluid & tactical, it manages to maintain "weight" to it. Dialog is well done, the choice..oh wow. I've been able to talk my way out of fights, and feel like I'm truly influencing what's going on. And its very pretty. So far I'm enjoying it, and the challenge, mixing in signs, blocks and counters, and timing it all out is quite well done imo.

I do have a couple minor gripes that I would hope to see maybe addressed in a patch. One being highlighting items on the ground, the other, allowing the player to remap movement keys.

[_Aine_]

Addai67 wrote...

I don't know why everyone disses the English VO for Geralt in the first one.  I liked it.  Sounds like the same guy to me in TW2.

Sounds like the same guy to me too.   Kind of reassuring to have a similar sound between games. 

I have recognised a few actors that I think were in DA or DA2 in the Witcher 2 though.    The viscounts little snooty assistant is just about every third guy  (or at least it sounds like him)  Vernon Roche sounds familiar as does Cedric, I think.  Cedric sounds kind of like Cullen...kinda.  

I actually played longer than I should have tonight trying to place the voices.  Could be from something totally different, but all of them rang a bell.   Giving up though, I have to be up in 4+ hours