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The Legendary "The Witcher 2" RPG.
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Ahh well, the cat's out of the bag. I like this one better:
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slimgrin wrote...
The Witcher brought some new ideas into a genre that recycles the same tired tropes to death. I thought the dialog and story were great in TW1, so I'm excited to see what the story is like in TW2.
But mostly I just want to slice people up in this game. I have yet to play an rpg with good melee combat.
This. And it's refreshing to see that the game isn't one of those group-based RPG's.
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Those links to the video are down. Anywhere else to see it?
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this is a pre- test of french site who spend 1 week in cd red studio:)
There are games that mark the minds for a long time, and The Witcher actually gone. Born studios CDProjekt Polish Red, created by Marcin Iwinski and Michal Kicinski, The Witcher has made its place in the world of video games and more specifically in the heart of RPG players. But making a sequel is never easy, and make a game even better is a gamble. Anyway, that's what developers want to CDProjekt Red offering soon a highly anticipated sequel, I called The Witcher 2 - Assassins of Kings.
Do you see any red Witcher
Invited to Warsaw (Poland), in the studios CDProjekt (Blue, Red and GoG), I could spend 5 days of testing and especially Geralt Anglicized version of this sequel. So feverishly I put myself in control of our heroes to see what The Witcher 2 - Assassins of Kings was in the belly. I, however, considerable apprehension about the quality of voice, knowing the big disappointments of the last RPG released recently.
Of course, I will not go into details and the unveiling of the story, because it would be downright cruel, so there are some surprising and amazing. The scenario is of exceptional quality, against the backdrop of conspiracies, political intrigue, and killers of kings. A long story that will leave traces in our memories as a great novel-worlds' fantaisy.
The tested version was obviously not the final version and was still suffering from numerous crashes, but the second version I could test at end of stay was already much more stable. The computer was a standard PC with a processor i7 870, with 8 GB of memory and a Geforce GTX 560ti, resolution 1900x1080 (22 inches required). Tested in all resolutions (Low, medium, high and very high) the game has always remained very fluid. After intelligence, the game will not support DirectX 11 at its output, but did not really suffer.
What you expect Witcher?
First know that the game consists of 4 parts (1 prologue and 3 acts, the latter containing the epilogue). The prologue consists of 5 stories flashbacks that follow but the first 4 are done in the order you want. This prologue serves as an introduction to the game and allows you to hand over the game sort of tutorial without really being one, is mouthing the scenery and your first main quest. The prologue ends in the prisons of the castle of De Lavalette.
Each act is composed of more or less important quests. For example, make inquiries on behalf of another, or hunting monsters, without all that seems basic. Not a single quest is monotonous, it will not suffice to leave your money to go sword-grinding to finish the quest, extensive research will be needed before. I have not found one of tiring or unpleasant, a festival at a time and a great satisfaction to the end.
Note that the scenario reaches more Sapkowski's novels than did the first. There are many characters and places from his novels and many allusions to other works, like Lord of the Rings to name but one.
There will be two routes to take to make you replay the game completely, and the secret army Scoia'tael impossible to remain neutral this time. Announced with 40 hours of gameplay, so you can double your time in choosing the other path. And he's not here just replicas, but rather environments that you will not have access to one side or the other.
There are also mini-games, with a novelty: the arm wrestling contest. These allow us to gain some tether and complete quests. Pugilism is now playing the keys, so consoles (WASD) or you will be quick to give your shots. The dice system is a bit disappointing at the moment because although most aesthetically beautiful, it is less immersive than its predecessor. That said, this was not the final version, we see with the final version, because all the mini games is still in "Works in Progress".
A very important thing to note, there is no loading times between areas or when you enter a building, a great feat on the part of developers.
Will there be anything in your wallet Witcher?
The skill tree is divided into four parts (general characteristics, alchemy, magic and fighting). You will need to obtain certain characteristics in order to unlock the other 3. Then you choose what you want to put talents to develop your character. As in the first, you can put them in the three characteristics, or by building a 'preferred above all. Note that there is more talent bronze, silver or gold is recovered talent with the growing competence of Geralt. By cons, you can improve your skills with mutagens more or less powerful than you can find some other creatures.
Alchemy is an important element in the game, although not essential, because it lets you create potions and elixirs other exceptional, but you will also make your own weapons, explosives, hooks, and armor. You can always have them manufactured by craftsmen from the corner for a certain amount of tether. Note that it is no longer necessary to have moult vials and other spirits to create your potions. Simply having the right ingredients, recipes and voila.
Magic is an important element in the game because it complements the fight. Aard, Igni and others will help you in your quests and advance in the game While the principles of use remains virtually the same as before, in the tree, you can increase their power and vitality. The signs are in addition to fighting for the player to call strategy.
There is no longer pause to choose the styles, since they are directly assigned to buttons on your mouse. The fights are quicker, direct and evolve according to the increasing competence chosen. For example, initially you have only modes quick and strong. Multiple combat mode occurs according to your skill if you have chosen. Although there are still useless weapons in the game, you will find lots of swords (steel and / or money) that you can improve with runes of magic. You will also find a lot of armor, and the icing on the cake, you can make weapons and clothing through plans that you can buy or find.
Geralt can think this time he wants, no need for campfire and flint. You press a button and you can meditate to drink potions, advance time, use alchemy, or allocate their skill points.
Last update on Geralt, his inventory. This is totally different than what you've seen so far, either in the first Witcher, or in other games. Management is done easily, drag and drop your objects, and double click to read a book or notes, for example. You will be limited by a certain weight according to the armor you wear. You will need to manage your equipment because bad news, there was no storage lockers for your business. They may be implanted in the final version, but this remains unconfirmed.
You're not a bit too green Witcher?
You were accustomed to erotic cards the first Witcher, and his dialogues a bit raw, giving his label mature game, and although The Witcher 2 surpasses its predecessor even further, since the dialogues are not only more severe, but nudity going on full, true love scenes, as in erotic films, not just hugs all dressed in 15 seconds, PEGI 18 + has finally justified. Hopefully, however, that censorship does not intervene at this level, it would really spoil your viewing pleasure ... But do not forget the violence of the fighting, whether against humans, nonhumans, and the creatures, there's blood spurting and butchering. Morality is also being challenged in the game, your choices will be difficult and always moral, and those characters rather than elsewhere.
"A PEGI Violence, drugs, sex and morals, a good thing for an adult game."
You've probably already seen and reviewed some screenshots, and you wondered if some had been retouched? Well nay, none has been corrected because the game is simply beautiful, the developers have really cared for every detail and animation. There is always the management of the weather with that of day and night, but with extra features ...
"Drinking alone is concerned as much with that ****"
Although it is not here to open environments, everything is done so that one feels free. Mountains, swamps, caves, dungeons, nothing is repeated, each thing has its importance. The decorations are really rich and varied, you never get bored one second and we enjoy the discovery of each place. All our senses are awakened and we do not treat for the eyes at every discovery.
We meet again, of course, certain characters, always equal to themselves, like Dandelion and Zoltan, who will share responsibilities in the game Also Triss Merigold which will have a significant role in the adventure. You will also meet other old acquaintances of the first Witcher and lots of new equally amazing as each other.
Open your well escourdes Witcher, you can sleep on it!
Did you like the music of The Witcher, and although the news will get drunk, so they are as good or better than the first. Written by Adam Skorupa, Krzysztof Wierzynkiewicz, they fill out their roles in fulfilling your emotions and chills when necessary, a festival canal.
French localization, is also excellent craftsmanship, worthy of a big Hollywood movie, all the voices stick perfectly to the main and secondary characters. Even the NPCs have their own often respond very funny. So we can say that that side, nothing to say, and I do not think anyone will contradict me on that. The quality is well above the first Witcher, though some characters have the same players over dubbing.
In conclusion, not only of The Witcher Assassin 2 Kings promises a quality RPG, but it amazes us by a thousand feelings and emotions. You liked the first game, you'll love the second, an RPG that will have absolutely, if only one is a fan (or not). The appointment of May 17th is already taken, without hesitation, enjoille!
There are games that mark the minds for a long time, and The Witcher actually gone. Born studios CDProjekt Polish Red, created by Marcin Iwinski and Michal Kicinski, The Witcher has made its place in the world of video games and more specifically in the heart of RPG players. But making a sequel is never easy, and make a game even better is a gamble. Anyway, that's what developers want to CDProjekt Red offering soon a highly anticipated sequel, I called The Witcher 2 - Assassins of Kings.
Do you see any red Witcher
Invited to Warsaw (Poland), in the studios CDProjekt (Blue, Red and GoG), I could spend 5 days of testing and especially Geralt Anglicized version of this sequel. So feverishly I put myself in control of our heroes to see what The Witcher 2 - Assassins of Kings was in the belly. I, however, considerable apprehension about the quality of voice, knowing the big disappointments of the last RPG released recently.
Of course, I will not go into details and the unveiling of the story, because it would be downright cruel, so there are some surprising and amazing. The scenario is of exceptional quality, against the backdrop of conspiracies, political intrigue, and killers of kings. A long story that will leave traces in our memories as a great novel-worlds' fantaisy.
The tested version was obviously not the final version and was still suffering from numerous crashes, but the second version I could test at end of stay was already much more stable. The computer was a standard PC with a processor i7 870, with 8 GB of memory and a Geforce GTX 560ti, resolution 1900x1080 (22 inches required). Tested in all resolutions (Low, medium, high and very high) the game has always remained very fluid. After intelligence, the game will not support DirectX 11 at its output, but did not really suffer.
What you expect Witcher?
First know that the game consists of 4 parts (1 prologue and 3 acts, the latter containing the epilogue). The prologue consists of 5 stories flashbacks that follow but the first 4 are done in the order you want. This prologue serves as an introduction to the game and allows you to hand over the game sort of tutorial without really being one, is mouthing the scenery and your first main quest. The prologue ends in the prisons of the castle of De Lavalette.
Each act is composed of more or less important quests. For example, make inquiries on behalf of another, or hunting monsters, without all that seems basic. Not a single quest is monotonous, it will not suffice to leave your money to go sword-grinding to finish the quest, extensive research will be needed before. I have not found one of tiring or unpleasant, a festival at a time and a great satisfaction to the end.
Note that the scenario reaches more Sapkowski's novels than did the first. There are many characters and places from his novels and many allusions to other works, like Lord of the Rings to name but one.
There will be two routes to take to make you replay the game completely, and the secret army Scoia'tael impossible to remain neutral this time. Announced with 40 hours of gameplay, so you can double your time in choosing the other path. And he's not here just replicas, but rather environments that you will not have access to one side or the other.
There are also mini-games, with a novelty: the arm wrestling contest. These allow us to gain some tether and complete quests. Pugilism is now playing the keys, so consoles (WASD) or you will be quick to give your shots. The dice system is a bit disappointing at the moment because although most aesthetically beautiful, it is less immersive than its predecessor. That said, this was not the final version, we see with the final version, because all the mini games is still in "Works in Progress".
A very important thing to note, there is no loading times between areas or when you enter a building, a great feat on the part of developers.
Will there be anything in your wallet Witcher?
The skill tree is divided into four parts (general characteristics, alchemy, magic and fighting). You will need to obtain certain characteristics in order to unlock the other 3. Then you choose what you want to put talents to develop your character. As in the first, you can put them in the three characteristics, or by building a 'preferred above all. Note that there is more talent bronze, silver or gold is recovered talent with the growing competence of Geralt. By cons, you can improve your skills with mutagens more or less powerful than you can find some other creatures.
Alchemy is an important element in the game, although not essential, because it lets you create potions and elixirs other exceptional, but you will also make your own weapons, explosives, hooks, and armor. You can always have them manufactured by craftsmen from the corner for a certain amount of tether. Note that it is no longer necessary to have moult vials and other spirits to create your potions. Simply having the right ingredients, recipes and voila.
Magic is an important element in the game because it complements the fight. Aard, Igni and others will help you in your quests and advance in the game While the principles of use remains virtually the same as before, in the tree, you can increase their power and vitality. The signs are in addition to fighting for the player to call strategy.
There is no longer pause to choose the styles, since they are directly assigned to buttons on your mouse. The fights are quicker, direct and evolve according to the increasing competence chosen. For example, initially you have only modes quick and strong. Multiple combat mode occurs according to your skill if you have chosen. Although there are still useless weapons in the game, you will find lots of swords (steel and / or money) that you can improve with runes of magic. You will also find a lot of armor, and the icing on the cake, you can make weapons and clothing through plans that you can buy or find.
Geralt can think this time he wants, no need for campfire and flint. You press a button and you can meditate to drink potions, advance time, use alchemy, or allocate their skill points.
Last update on Geralt, his inventory. This is totally different than what you've seen so far, either in the first Witcher, or in other games. Management is done easily, drag and drop your objects, and double click to read a book or notes, for example. You will be limited by a certain weight according to the armor you wear. You will need to manage your equipment because bad news, there was no storage lockers for your business. They may be implanted in the final version, but this remains unconfirmed.
You're not a bit too green Witcher?
You were accustomed to erotic cards the first Witcher, and his dialogues a bit raw, giving his label mature game, and although The Witcher 2 surpasses its predecessor even further, since the dialogues are not only more severe, but nudity going on full, true love scenes, as in erotic films, not just hugs all dressed in 15 seconds, PEGI 18 + has finally justified. Hopefully, however, that censorship does not intervene at this level, it would really spoil your viewing pleasure ... But do not forget the violence of the fighting, whether against humans, nonhumans, and the creatures, there's blood spurting and butchering. Morality is also being challenged in the game, your choices will be difficult and always moral, and those characters rather than elsewhere.
"A PEGI Violence, drugs, sex and morals, a good thing for an adult game."
You've probably already seen and reviewed some screenshots, and you wondered if some had been retouched? Well nay, none has been corrected because the game is simply beautiful, the developers have really cared for every detail and animation. There is always the management of the weather with that of day and night, but with extra features ...
"Drinking alone is concerned as much with that ****"
Although it is not here to open environments, everything is done so that one feels free. Mountains, swamps, caves, dungeons, nothing is repeated, each thing has its importance. The decorations are really rich and varied, you never get bored one second and we enjoy the discovery of each place. All our senses are awakened and we do not treat for the eyes at every discovery.
We meet again, of course, certain characters, always equal to themselves, like Dandelion and Zoltan, who will share responsibilities in the game Also Triss Merigold which will have a significant role in the adventure. You will also meet other old acquaintances of the first Witcher and lots of new equally amazing as each other.
Open your well escourdes Witcher, you can sleep on it!
Did you like the music of The Witcher, and although the news will get drunk, so they are as good or better than the first. Written by Adam Skorupa, Krzysztof Wierzynkiewicz, they fill out their roles in fulfilling your emotions and chills when necessary, a festival canal.
French localization, is also excellent craftsmanship, worthy of a big Hollywood movie, all the voices stick perfectly to the main and secondary characters. Even the NPCs have their own often respond very funny. So we can say that that side, nothing to say, and I do not think anyone will contradict me on that. The quality is well above the first Witcher, though some characters have the same players over dubbing.
In conclusion, not only of The Witcher Assassin 2 Kings promises a quality RPG, but it amazes us by a thousand feelings and emotions. You liked the first game, you'll love the second, an RPG that will have absolutely, if only one is a fan (or not). The appointment of May 17th is already taken, without hesitation, enjoille!
#557
Posté 12 avril 2011 - 04:30
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Wow sounds a lot promising... preorder for me
#558
Posté 12 avril 2011 - 04:50
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#559
Posté 12 avril 2011 - 06:56
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awesome screens the detail looks amazing!
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Posté 12 avril 2011 - 07:58
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games.cz.imag3box.com/uploads/witcher2-2011-04-10-20-19-43-71-game13251-img198854.jpg
hmmm in the background sleeping Dandelion, Vernon Roche is dancing , and this Geralt opponent...
hmmm in the background sleeping Dandelion, Vernon Roche is dancing , and this Geralt opponent...
#561
Posté 13 avril 2011 - 12:09
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agreed.grregg wrote...
I think a game needs to be released first before it can become a legend (Duke Nukem Forever notwithstanding).
Fallout is more of a legend than Witcher anyway.
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Posté 13 avril 2011 - 01:34
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What in the devil is going on here? Did Geralt just drop a nuke or something?
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#563
Posté 13 avril 2011 - 07:52
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HAHAHAHAHAA...
#564
Posté 13 avril 2011 - 12:22
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Seriously annoys me they jettisoned the grid based inventory.
Gee, I wonder if its coming to consoles...
Gee, I wonder if its coming to consoles...
#565
Posté 13 avril 2011 - 12:31
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not before E3 
... or maybe even not before Gamescom. But it's only my little wish 
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... or maybe even not before Gamescom. But it's only my little wish .
#566
Posté 13 avril 2011 - 04:58
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we will see after the release date because cd pr said " perhaps we works on console version and if we begin after the release on pc"
#567
Posté 13 avril 2011 - 05:02
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I wouldn't be surprised if a 360/PS3 version is released next year. I think CD Projekt will need to expand their market and past statements from them more or less show they want to.
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Posté 14 avril 2011 - 12:31
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Some nice looking combat here. This is the first vid where combat seems refined to me. It also looks quite hard. And I'm loving the monsters in this forest. Here's a decent preview article as well.
http://www.destructo...gs-198746.phtml
http://www.destructo...gs-198746.phtml
Modifié par slimgrin, 14 avril 2011 - 05:58 .
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Posté 14 avril 2011 - 01:44
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This vid has a nice lengthy combat sequence:
www.youtube.com/watch
It looks appropriately challenging with so many enemies, some of whom are archers, and it forces the player to maneuver for position and make good use of signs. Geralt really gets his butt kicked when he allows foes to attack him from behind.
I was also very surprised to see Geralt dropping down some ledges. I doubt you'll be able to do that in many places, this isn't Assassin's Creed afterall, but given that many RPGs seem to ignore that kind of mobility entirely it shocked me. It definitely makes the environment a lot more interactive and immersive.
www.youtube.com/watch
It looks appropriately challenging with so many enemies, some of whom are archers, and it forces the player to maneuver for position and make good use of signs. Geralt really gets his butt kicked when he allows foes to attack him from behind.
I was also very surprised to see Geralt dropping down some ledges. I doubt you'll be able to do that in many places, this isn't Assassin's Creed afterall, but given that many RPGs seem to ignore that kind of mobility entirely it shocked me. It definitely makes the environment a lot more interactive and immersive.
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Posté 14 avril 2011 - 01:57
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slimgrin wrote...
What in the devil is going on here? Did Geralt just drop a nuke or something?
The combat log at the bottom right indicates that Triss is in this fight, so I wouldn't be surprised if that inferno is her doing.
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Posté 14 avril 2011 - 10:33
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http://translate.goo...hloubkove-dojmysome NSFW, it seems there are 2 screens from a fornication scene 
and I like the new style...I'm a sucker for comics really
and I like the new style...I'm a sucker for comics really
#572
Posté 14 avril 2011 - 11:29
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You know I'm starting to get the impression some posters are being paid to provide all these updates since this thread seems to get more information than actual gaming websites. 
#573
Posté 14 avril 2011 - 11:44
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Because Witcher is Big in Europe,
More previevs:
Destructoid - "Sorry Hawke, but your cardboard persona is about to be witched in half. And Shepard? I still love you and I know you star in a different kind of RPG. But I'm really, really glad that your third space adventure is scheduled six months away"
http://www.destructo...gs-198746.phtml
RPS - "Ultimately The Witcher 2 is looking strong. It’s beautiful (on a i5 2500k, 8gb RAM, and GTX250 at max settings it was doing a steady 20 fps in the most intense of scenes, rising to over 30fps for general running about). It’s pretty challenging – every fight seemed to have a risk of death. Mostly importantly for an RPG, however, it seems to have a solid grasp on its themes, its sense of place, and its world. It’s looking like it will be a great story, well told."
http://www.rockpaper...-the-witcher-2/
More previevs:
Destructoid - "Sorry Hawke, but your cardboard persona is about to be witched in half. And Shepard? I still love you and I know you star in a different kind of RPG. But I'm really, really glad that your third space adventure is scheduled six months away"
http://www.destructo...gs-198746.phtml
RPS - "Ultimately The Witcher 2 is looking strong. It’s beautiful (on a i5 2500k, 8gb RAM, and GTX250 at max settings it was doing a steady 20 fps in the most intense of scenes, rising to over 30fps for general running about). It’s pretty challenging – every fight seemed to have a risk of death. Mostly importantly for an RPG, however, it seems to have a solid grasp on its themes, its sense of place, and its world. It’s looking like it will be a great story, well told."
http://www.rockpaper...-the-witcher-2/
#574
Posté 14 avril 2011 - 12:37
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Destructoid - "After waking up next to the lovely Triss Merigold -- who happens to sport the best areola and shaven vulva textures of any game to date -- the battle-scarred witcher is summoned before the king."
I think the number of pre-orders just went up.
I think the number of pre-orders just went up.
Modifié par virumor, 14 avril 2011 - 12:38 .
#575
Posté 14 avril 2011 - 01:35
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Warning: The first parts of the Destructoid contains spoilers.
(At least before "You can fight monsters, resolve disputes,... ")
RPS is relatively spoiler-free, to quote them:
(At least before "You can fight monsters, resolve disputes,... ")
RPS is relatively spoiler-free, to quote them:
What that means is that I’ll be talking about how the game works, but not that much about what actually happens. This is not a game where you want to know about the surprises.
Modifié par ScepticMatt, 14 avril 2011 - 01:38 .
