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[Caralampio]

I've seen so many comments praising the Witcher expecially in comparison to DAO or DA2. So I went and gave it a try. Aw man I found it totally boring. I've been a severe critic of DA2 but I still find it much more fun than TW. I've also seen TW2 in my son's computer, and I didn't see anything that would make me think I would like it any more than the original. 

Each has his/her own tastes, of course, but I thought I would post this to note that the opinion that the Witcher is a better game is not universal.  

[neppakyo]

Doesn't sound like you actually played the Witcher 2(TW2 is the game being compared to DA2, not TW1). And unless your son is over 17, he shouldnt be playing that game, if he is under 17, then you're a horrible parent. ^-^

[Blood-Lord Thanatos]

Good to know. I respect your opinion on this weighty matter, sir.

[erynnar]

Um TW2 is much improved from Wicher 1. And you should try it really as it is a great game (I think) and it is the one being compared to DA2 and DAO.

And Nepp's silly teasing aside, his smiley is funky. It is really not a game for younger than 17, just FYI. I was a kid once, I know what it is to sneak something not age appropriate past the parents.

Now while I think Witcher 2 is fantastic and I am enjoying it immensely. I will warn you it is more about moving and tactics before and during battle (drinking potions, runes--though those can be changed in battle-- and dodging, weaving, and even running away). Don't get flanked, or you will get ganked (just my way of helping you remember).

The graphics are gorgeous even on an old computer card. The story is amazing...two different first chapters depending on your choices. And so much to see an do, I am still in Chapter 1. So...I would say give it a shot, especially since your son owns it and if you hate it, well he still will play it so no money lost, I hope.

[XX-Pyro]

neppakyo wrote...

Doesn't sound like you actually played the Witcher 2(TW2 is the game being compared to DA2, not TW1). And unless your son is over 17, he shouldnt be playing that game, if he is under 17, then you're a horrible parent. ^-^

Because a 17 year old is so much more mature than a 16 or 15 year old right? 

[neppakyo]

XX-Pyro wrote...

neppakyo wrote...

Doesn't sound like you actually played the Witcher 2(TW2 is the game being compared to DA2, not TW1). And unless your son is over 17, he shouldnt be playing that game, if he is under 17, then you're a horrible parent. ^-^

Because a 17 year old is so much more mature than a 16 or 15 year old right? 

That extra year helps! 

[kglaser]

Why the hell does the Witcher keep getting brought up so much around here?!?
I've never played it...please educate me.

[erynnar]

XX-Pyro wrote...

neppakyo wrote...

Doesn't sound like you actually played the Witcher 2(TW2 is the game being compared to DA2, not TW1). And unless your son is over 17, he shouldnt be playing that game, if he is under 17, then you're a horrible parent. ^-^

Because a 17 year old is so much more mature than a 16 or 15 year old right? 

ROFL! Not if I remember how myu friends were, and yet I was (I am less so as  get older, like Merlin, going backwards:O)...but I think the legal age in most states for "adulthood" ie you can leave the parent's house and do what you want, in the US is 17. Maturity? Well mileage may vary.

[erynnar]

kglaser wrote...

Why the hell does the Witcher keep getting brought up so much around here?!?
I've never played it...please educate me.

I can, you want me to PM you so we don't get a thread closed by accident?  And I put some of it in my post up above. But I can give you the nitty gritty of why I play it and enjoy it.

Modifié par erynnar, 06 juin 2011 - 02:47 .

[kglaser]

erynnar wrote...

I can, you want me to PM you so we don't get a thread closed by accident?  And I put some of it in my post up above. But I can give you the nitty gritty of why I play it and enjoy it.

Yeah, sure, if you have time.

[MingWolf]

The Witcher is one of those games that can't possibly appeal to everyone. Its a straight-out game about a bad-ass monster hunter after all, and may be less appealing to those who prefer more encompassing fantasies and different classes. Why TW2 always gets brought up though is likely because it was the next big RPG hit that came out after DA2. To be blunt, DA2 had caused such an uproar among gamers that it felt almost natural for most to compare DA2 to a another modern hit like TW2. Among other things, TW2 had some similar design ideas, but executed them much better than DA2 IMO.

[kglaser]

Thanks for the answer, Ming!

[jackkel dragon]

I agree that the opinion that the Witcher 2 is better than DAO/DA2 is not universal, but I wouldn't dismiss TW2 just yet. While I couldn't bear playing the first game, TW2 improved many aspects of gameplay and actually branches part of the story based on a player decision. So while I like DA2 better, I'd be lying if I said TW2 had no merits.

[gatekeeper780]

I personally like all 4 games and for different reasons. The Witcher takes a bit to pick up, but once it does, I think it is quite good (despite some bad acting on the English voice overs imho.), and I really liked the Witcher 2 as well. Can't wait for the third installment in fact (hopefully there will be one.) DA2 did have some stuff that annoyed me like it did a lot of other people, but I still found that it was a good game. Just not as good as its predecessor.

[syllogi]

I'm far from DA2's biggest fan, but I would support summarily locking threads comparing it to the Witcher 2. It's bad enough that people get hung up on comparing DA2 to DA:O.

DA2 needs to be examined on it's own merits, and it fails (in my opinion) on it's own, not because it doesn't meet a standard set by other games.

[Cutlass Jack]

TeenZombie wrote...

I'm far from DA2's biggest fan, but I would support summarily locking threads comparing it to the Witcher 2. It's bad enough that people get hung up on comparing DA2 to DA:O.

DA2 needs to be examined on it's own merits, and it fails (in my opinion) on it's own, not because it doesn't meet a standard set by other games.

Agreed. It gets tiresome no matter which way it goes.

[Daveros]

I'm really trying my best to get into The Witcher 2, but it's exceedingly arduous and complex. The combat is nowhere near as fun as Dragon Age 2, plus, the first few hours of the game really seem to just be cutscenes to watch with very little to do.

I'd almost take The Fade and Orzammar over it. Almost. I'll keep at it, though.

[BeefoTheBold]

Well then, if you've "seen TW2 in my son's computer, and I didn't see anything that
would make me think I would like it any more than the original. " then obviously you've got a very informed opinion on the relative strengths and weaknesses of the two games.

[erynnar]

TeenZombie wrote...

I'm far from DA2's biggest fan, but I would support summarily locking threads comparing it to the Witcher 2. It's bad enough that people get hung up on comparing DA2 to DA:O.

DA2 needs to be examined on it's own merits, and it fails (in my opinion) on it's own, not because it doesn't meet a standard set by other games.

I agree that DA2 fails on it's own merits. But it is being compared, I think, as a "this is how a sequel should be made". And I disagree. I think it should be compared, on many different levels, how choices can be done in a game that is supposed to be an RPG, for one.

[marshalleck]

 The fact is, Dragon Age 2, The Witcher 2, Skyrim and Deus Ex: HR are all high-profile sequels all releasing in the same year. They're in direct competition. What would be strange or unbelievable would be people not comparing them. And I think comparisons are fair game, if one can explain how they reason the comparison to be valid. Summarily locking any thread which discusses any other game would not be helpful. Much like games, each discussion should be considered individually to see whether it has merit. After all, each gamer has likes and dislikes and it's useful information to convey to Bioware about what they or someone else did, which you really enjoyed. Or not.

Modifié par marshalleck, 06 juin 2011 - 04:31 .

[Cutlass Jack]

I don't consider games in entirely different quarters to be in direct competition personally. Unless you only buy one game a year.

[marshalleck]

Cutlass Jack wrote...

I don't consider games in entirely different quarters to be in direct competition personally. Unless you only buy one game a year.

Okay. People are still going to compare them. Watch and see if I'm wrong. I'm not.

[Cutlass Jack]

marshalleck wrote...

Okay. People are still going to compare them. Watch and see if I'm wrong. I'm not.

Of course they are. Its still tiresome.

Edit: to clarify, I feel threads like these (or the reverse Pro-Witcher comparisons) seem to be more about stirring the pot than constructive discourse. And I say this even though the OP's opinion on both games is pretty close to my own.

Modifié par Cutlass Jack, 06 juin 2011 - 04:44 .

[marshalleck]

You're free to not read it. Nobody is putting a gun to your head. There are plenty of other threads on the first page, but you're the one who clicked on the one clearly labeled as a Witcher thread. Learn to control your own impulses rather than blaming others. 

Modifié par marshalleck, 06 juin 2011 - 04:45 .

[Cutlass Jack]

marshalleck wrote...

You're free to not read it.

When each and every thread invariably gets a Witcher reference its a little hard not to. Hence, tiresome. Yes yes you liked the game. Everyone gets it.


(further editing: The 'you' above was meant as a generic reference and not you specifically. Looking back I realize that might have read badly.)

Modifié par Cutlass Jack, 06 juin 2011 - 04:57 .