OT: Video Gaming Thread

[neiLz]

Haven't been on in awhile because reasons, but I've found myself hooked on Counter-Strike: Global Offensive this week. I pre-ordered the game way back in 2012, but Dota 2 had its hooks in me at the time so I only put 5 hours in it. Installed it again at the behest of one of my friends and I've more than quadrupled my time played in it.

I'm considering picking up Cities: Skylines as a change of pace game, and I'm also debating if I want to pick up GTA V on PC next month. I probably should wait on both, considering I really should finish DA:I first before getting any other games.

If you are into csgo and like competitive, add me tehneiLz. I play mainly weekends with a few friends. game is extremely addicting

[ReasonablySober]

Had it for a day, and I've never yelled louder in anger at a video game death than I have at Bloodborne.

I couldn't get into any of the Souls games because the combat seemed too slow, but this game seems to get it (almost) right.

[neiLz]

Waiting for bloodborne to get delivered. reviews seem positive. Hopefully it keeps my attention longer than evolve did.

[BobbyLight]

I ordered GTAV and AC Unity yesterday, 2 for the price of one kind of thing. I do want to play Bloodborne but that will be when it's cheap. Hard games make me mad.

Otherwise, I've been playing a few things.

OlliOlli 2 on Vita - Best f**king skateboarding game since the last Skate game. I was able to get through all the amatuer levels and I can get a few stars on Pro levels but that game is so hard it does lose it's appeal quickly. I've basically hit a wall of difficulty I can't break through, but the 5 hours or so I had with it were fantastic. Think endless runner with skateboarding tricks that doesn't nickle and dime you for power ups.

Velocity 2X on Vita - Another fantastic game that's also difficult. This one isn't difficult to beat, but it is difficult to perfect. It's like a speed bullet hell game mixed with speed platforming. Both sets of gameplay work well. Really fun game.

Transistor on PS4 - This might be one of the best games I've played this gen. Actually, it just is one of the best. Only a few hours in but it is short. A great mix of action and turn based RPG elements with a great presentation, combat system and the story is interesting. Highly recommend.

[ReasonablySober]

I ordered GTAV and AC Unity yesterday, 2 for the price of one kind of thing. I do want to play Bloodborne but that will be when it's cheap. Hard games make me mad.

Otherwise, I've been playing a few things.

OlliOlli 2 on Vita - Best f**king skateboarding game since the last Skate game. I was able to get through all the amatuer levels and I can get a few stars on Pro levels but that game is so hard it does lose it's appeal quickly. I've basically hit a wall of difficulty I can't break through, but the 5 hours or so I had with it were fantastic. Think endless runner with skateboarding tricks that doesn't nickle and dime you for power ups.

Velocity 2X on Vita - Another fantastic game that's also difficult. This one isn't difficult to beat, but it is difficult to perfect. It's like a speed bullet hell game mixed with speed platforming. Both sets of gameplay work well. Really fun game.

Transistor on PS4 - This might be one of the best games I've played this gen. Actually, it just is one of the best. Only a few hours in but it is short. A great mix of action and turn based RPG elements with a great presentation, combat system and the story is interesting. Highly recommend.

Every since it came out it's been one of those that makes me think I should immediately play it, and then I never do. Fixing that now, it's installing.

[Sauce Boss]

I know there are a bunch of Baldur's Gate fans here, so just thought I'd mention Pillars of Eternity comes out tomorrow. It's from Obsidian and is heavily influenced by the Infinity Engine era of CRPG games. Definitely something to keep an eye on if that is your cup of tea.

Here is a quick look of it from Giant Bomb:
[youtube]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EWU7U37LOKA[/youtube]

[MikeIsGood]

I'm replaying BG2:SoA right now. God it's such an amazing game and experience. My favorite ever. GOAT. All of these years later - a thousand-plus hours in total, I am sure - I still can't wait to get home and finish a quest.

I'm definitely going to be playing Pillars of Eternity.

[BMatt07]

I've been playing Battlefield Hardline on PS4 like crack, it's so fun.

Some of the game types are just awesome, I've been playing a lot of Hotwire.

[JustinCredible]

I am more into the text-based simulation games like OOTP and Front Office Football. Anyone else play those? Are there any good college or pro basketball ones?

[Matches Malone]

I know there are a bunch of Baldur's Gate fans here, so just thought I'd mention Pillars of Eternity comes out tomorrow. It's from Obsidian and is heavily influenced by the Infinity Engine era of CRPG games. Definitely something to keep an eye on if that is your cup of tea.

Here is a quick look of it from Giant Bomb:
[youtube]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EWU7U37LOKA[/youtube]

Wow that takes me back. I use to play Baldur's Gate with my buddies years ago. Great times. I'll have to look into this game.

[BMatt07]

Yes... finally more Star Wars Battlefront is going to be shown.

Apparently possible gameplay footage will be shown between April 16th and 19th, at the Star Wars Convention in California. Hnnnnggggg.

http://www.gamesradar.com/star-wars-bat ... ion-april/

[Sauce Boss]

I'm definitely going to be playing Pillars of Eternity.

I know there are a bunch of Baldur's Gate fans here, so just thought I'd mention Pillars of Eternity comes out tomorrow. It's from Obsidian and is heavily influenced by the Infinity Engine era of CRPG games. Definitely something to keep an eye on if that is your cup of tea.

Here is a quick look of it from Giant Bomb:
[youtube]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EWU7U37LOKA[/youtube]

Wow that takes me back. I use to play Baldur's Gate with my buddies years ago. Great times. I'll have to look into this game.

If you have a Green Man Gaming account, the VIP section has Pillars of Eternity for $33 instead of the regular $45. I've read the game should take about 60-70 hours for your first playthrough.

http://www.greenmangaming.com/

[Viva La Grinch]

I've been playing Battlefield Hardline on PS4 like crack, it's so fun.

Some of the game types are just awesome, I've been playing a lot of Hotwire.

For those on the fence about this game, it is on sale at Best Buy starting Sunday for $39.99 already.

[Siefer]

I ordered GTAV and AC Unity yesterday, 2 for the price of one kind of thing. I do want to play Bloodborne but that will be when it's cheap. Hard games make me mad.

Otherwise, I've been playing a few things.

OlliOlli 2 on Vita - Best f**king skateboarding game since the last Skate game. I was able to get through all the amatuer levels and I can get a few stars on Pro levels but that game is so hard it does lose it's appeal quickly. I've basically hit a wall of difficulty I can't break through, but the 5 hours or so I had with it were fantastic. Think endless runner with skateboarding tricks that doesn't nickle and dime you for power ups.

Velocity 2X on Vita - Another fantastic game that's also difficult. This one isn't difficult to beat, but it is difficult to perfect. It's like a speed bullet hell game mixed with speed platforming. Both sets of gameplay work well. Really fun game.

Transistor on PS4 - This might be one of the best games I've played this gen. Actually, it just is one of the best. Only a few hours in but it is short. A great mix of action and turn based RPG elements with a great presentation, combat system and the story is interesting. Highly recommend.

Good call. Transistor and Child of Light were my two favorite games of 2014.

[MikeIsGood]

If you have a Green Man Gaming account, the VIP section has Pillars of Eternity for $33 instead of the regular $45. I've read the game should take about 60-70 hours for your first playthrough.

http://www.greenmangaming.com/

Good looking out

[WRau1]

Pretty excitied for Witcher 3. The more that comes out about that game, the more I want to play it.

[BMatt07]

Getting closer and closer to some more footage of Star Wars Battlefront. Developers are saying it will break the internet when it's shown. Sure hope this isn't just a hype job.

http://www.worldsfactory.net/2015/04/13 ... nt-trailer

[ReasonablySober]

Mortal Kombat X is soooooo good. Haven't been able to get into a fighter since Marvel vs Capcom 2 15 years ago, but this is a blast.

[humanrefutation]

Mortal Kombat X is soooooo good. Haven't been able to get into a fighter since Marvel vs Capcom 2 15 years ago, but this is a blast.

Came here to say the same thing. It really is **** glorious. It's been so much fun. The fighting is excellent as is the assortment of characters and their respective fighting styles. Even the story mode isn't too bad. I'm really really enjoying it.

[TroyD92]

I just got Endless Legend on steam (50% off or something like that). Really enjoying it so far. Haven't had a ton of time to delve into it so far though.