Saints Row 4

Saints Row 4, full game or glorified add on? 

I got this game on release day but had a hard time getting into it.  It is the exact same map as Saints Row 3, driving is pretty much obsolete due to the super powers you get in the beginning of the game, and the storyline takes a huge curve.

It has the same humor and mini games that has made the franchise famous, but as you play through you get the feeling that there is something missing that you just cant put your finger on.  With no new stand out features besides the super powers that make the game feel like you put in a cheat code, its hard to find something good to say about this game.

In my opinion this "game" should of been an add on to Saints Row 3, or at the most been released as Saints Row 3.5.  I would wait for this game to hit the bargain shelf and would rate this game 3 out of 10.

Time to have "the talk" about next gen.

I know there is a large fan base for both Microsoft and Sony there is no doubt about that. I'm sure there will be plenty of people standing in line or waiting at their door step for which ever console they so choose.



I won't be doing either.

After thinking about it for a decent amount of time. I've decided I won't be getting a next gen console at launch. Instead, I'm going to wait. I'm going to wait for the discrepancies with hardware or software to be fixed. I want to see the reviews of how the new gen launch titles do. I want to wait and see when the games I actually want to play will be released and if they are next gen or available on PC.

I was excited for both keynotes that were presented at E3 by both companies for different aspects. Those reasons have been addressed by numerous gaming sites, so I won't reiterate that information here again. The big thing I'm waiting to see is. What did my friends pick. Do they have different opinions after they sank their teeth into the launch title they picked? What are their thoughts after they explored the consoles features? In the end I want to be able to play a game with my friends. There have been times I've been a lone wolf on the console scene and really had no one to discuss games and features with. Granted over the years I've been a hobbyist in collecting gaming consoles. So I have been able to play with friends, but not right away.

I'll wait for the dust to settle, and maybe wait for tax season. See if there are any titles I "Must Have". To those of you who are picking up a next gen console. I'm excited for you and look forward to hearing what you think. If your a reader or just stopping by and are picking up a next gen console. Tell me what you think down in the comment section. I would love to hear what you think of it.

~Nos~

Deadpool

I could go on a long rant about Deadpool the merc with a mouth. If you are into comics you know plenty about him. For those of you who don't. Time to do some reading or watch Wolverine Origins. They skim over the story of Deadpool aka Wade Wilson. Personally he's one of my favorite Marvel heroes/villians. Now lets talk about the game.

Deadpool the game, is action packed, full of chimichanga goodness. The humor is this game is done quite well and so is the story. The game is about 5 hours long a little short but they throw in a challenge mode to add a few more hours of game-play. The only thing that bothers me about the game is the repetitive combat. Its fresh at the beginning but towards the end its very bland and boring after wave, after wave and wave of enemies. Deadpool's commentary is refreshing during these times and is funny towards the player, being a source of encouragement yet being sarcastic.

Should you pick up Deadpool? I would say yes. If you like Deadpool I highly recommend this game to you. If your not a fan of Deadpool you will find his humor dark, immature ,and probably annoying. He will grow on in time though, hopefully. Deadpool is available on Console and PC. I give Deadpool the game 7.5 out of 10.

The Last of Us

The story is the best part of this game, with that being said you will sit idle through cut scenes and conversation listening to the story. They really did a good job at forming a genuine emotional connection to the characters. The graphics are good but the controls are little awkward and hard to get used to.

The bad part of this game is once you've played it and you know what is going to happen there is really no reason to play it again.  There is online play with limited resources like what you'll find in the game but its not enough to keep you interested in the game. 

I was a little disappointed in this game  but at the same time I am happy that I played it, all in all I would give this game a 6 out of 10.

Far Cry 3

One of the first games that was honestly made for HD, not just cut scenes or a little here little there.....the whole game looks amazing.  This is one of the few games when as you are playing you get sidetracked by the views of landscapes, fire, water, dirt, and carnage.

On top of looking beautiful this game is huge.  There are several islands with tons of side missions and optional objectives.  Travel isn't as tedious as it is in other games, with several methods to choose from the easiest is usually just fast travel and running the rest of the way.

With lots to do you will notice break through aspects from other big titles like Assassins Creed, instead of climbing lookout towers you climb radio towers to reveal the map.  Red Dead Redemption, you hunt and with the skins  you get from hunting you make ammo pouches and harnesses.  With these "tributes" to other titles they tweaked them and made them not only fit, but make sense to Far Cry 3.

The game is long, there is lots to do, it is beautiful, and the story makes sense.  With not alot of bad to be said about this game I would recommend this game all day long.

Twitch Channel

I've finally been able to configure everything for a decent stream. Only issue I have is keeping track of chat. Right now I am streaming Darksiders and Resident Evil Revelations. Which in the future there will be a review provided. If you're interested I usually stream for a couple hours a day. Stop in and shoot the bull with me.

Watch live video from lutwaffa1208 on www.twitch.tv

If there is something you would like to see me stream let me know! Enjoy and keep on gaming!

Renaissance Heroes

How many of you remember Unreal II or Quake III Arena? Miss those games don't ya? I know I do. Something about getting home from school and sitting down and taking your frustrations out in a good old game of Team Death-match and Capture the Flag. Renaissance Heroes brings that good old FPS experience back and in my opinion its good for the FPS genera. I don't play many FPS like I use to, but I'm glad this game is now available on Steam for Free! That's right folks FREE! Whats better then that?

The game takes place in a Renaissance setting with a touch of steampunk. You have your basic weapons that you can upgrade from gathering items from players when you kill them in death-match's. Other such things will be unlocked when your perform certain "Quests" during the game. For example: Killing 10 people, performing 5 head-shots, and 5 taunts. You will be able to unlock backgrounds that are placed behinds you gamer-tag in game and cosmetic gear for your Heroes you choose. Granted these items are only view able for a certain amount of days. Then you get to spend the points again to reacquire that cosmetic gear.

If your looking for a fast paced FPS like the good old days look no further. Renaissance Heroes will take you back to those late night frag fests with friends that you so enjoyed. Grab a case or cup of your favorite caffeinated drink and get to fragging!

Rating: 3.5 out of 5