The patch is somewhat underwhelming, but thanks nonetheless, CD Projekt!
I think we can safely say that is all definitely pre-rendered.
Dona said:
I'm preety sure that's the work of mr. Tomasz Bagiński and Platige image (same people responsible for the intro and outro of TW1). CDP have previously mentioned that he'll be working on an intro for the xbox release and I'm sure that'll be it.
Hooray!
I'm very much looking forward to Dark Mode and the Arena, that's a great feature. I love TW2's combat system so I'll love the challenge and instant fun with it. I just hope they tweak even more the responsiveness to commands so we have 0 issues from that point on.
I'm loving all the DLC but the game BEGS for more quests on Chapter 3.
I'm very much looking forward to Dark Mode and the Arena, that's a great feature. I love TW2's combat system so I'll love the challenge and instant fun with it. I just hope they tweak even more the responsiveness to commands so we have 0 issues from that point on.
I'm loving all the DLC but the game BEGS for more quests on Chapter 3.
those CGI clips we seen Im pretty sure are directed to 360 version of the game. It would be nice to have them on PC tho.
About the Arena mode. Like that level designer said you will be able to gain exp and money? after each wave and for which you will be able to buy new equipment and level up your character. It looks like Arena mode will be additional mode in game separated from the story Im thinking maybe in main manu you will be able to choose and play Arena Mode or New Game
About the Arena mode. Like that level designer said you will be able to gain exp and money? after each wave and for which you will be able to buy new equipment and level up your character. It looks like Arena mode will be additional mode in game separated from the story Im thinking maybe in main manu you will be able to choose and play Arena Mode or New Game
I am a big fan of this game (finished three times), but this time I feel a real frustration. No new dlc to extend the adventure is very disappointing. Above all, having to play an almost insane mode on the same path to see what's new, I find it difficult. I have not the time anymore...
For the first time, I do not agree with the choice of developers.
For the first time, I do not agree with the choice of developers.
They've mentioned that there will be fixes as well. That doesn't exclude the possibility of fixing combat (which really isn't bad except the various times when it completely stops responding) or even overhauling the UI. All this discusses are two new additions to the current game. In a sense, they are DLC.Siven said:
At a gaming conference, no one wants to hear about bug fixes or UI overhauls. Those are things boring. I'm sure once we get closer to the patch date, we'll find out what else is being included and maybe you'll be more happy.
Additionally, with about another month and a half before 9/29, there is plenty more that still can be done.
There is no reason for people to complain until the final change log is announced.
If you want to complain about no additional quests, then go ahead, although we don't even know if that's for sure. Either way, if you honestly expected a full blown expansion only a few months after release then you're just being greedy.
I'm looking forward to patch 2.0.
Looks like there is going to be a lot of goodies in it. I'm hoping there will be more significant story information added too.
Dark mode sounds like a fun change of pace to me.
*Wonders if there will be new dark sex encounters. Wait... I didn't mean with the lights all turned off!!*
I freely admit I love collecting loot, so bigger better loot is always a plus in my book.
Arena... Im not into the "my score is bigger than yours" thing, but it could be fun to see how far I can get with my "spastic half-blind witcher" style.
Looks like there is going to be a lot of goodies in it. I'm hoping there will be more significant story information added too.
Dark mode sounds like a fun change of pace to me.
*Wonders if there will be new dark sex encounters. Wait... I didn't mean with the lights all turned off!!*
I freely admit I love collecting loot, so bigger better loot is always a plus in my book.
Arena... Im not into the "my score is bigger than yours" thing, but it could be fun to see how far I can get with my "spastic half-blind witcher" style.
From what we have been told, the CGI is due for the xbox release, not for patch 2.0. However, they've said many times that PC version = console version, so have no fears.
I was hoping that the hypothetical intro would mirror the intro of TW1 and portray events of Geralt's past life (that of the novels) and introduced the character of Yennefer somehow (just like the intro of TW1 introduced Adda). Yennefer is one of the driving forces of the plot and she has so little screen time, i feel very little connection to her...
One thing CDPR are doing very intelligently is merging dlc with regular patching. They dont give it a fancy dlc-esque title, they just call it 'Version 2.0'. It has both bugfixes and additional content. I suspect they are doing this to fool Microsoft (and Sony in the future) by adding new features and saying they are just patches instead of dlc (so we can get them for free).
I was hoping that the hypothetical intro would mirror the intro of TW1 and portray events of Geralt's past life (that of the novels) and introduced the character of Yennefer somehow (just like the intro of TW1 introduced Adda). Yennefer is one of the driving forces of the plot and she has so little screen time, i feel very little connection to her...
One thing CDPR are doing very intelligently is merging dlc with regular patching. They dont give it a fancy dlc-esque title, they just call it 'Version 2.0'. It has both bugfixes and additional content. I suspect they are doing this to fool Microsoft (and Sony in the future) by adding new features and saying they are just patches instead of dlc (so we can get them for free).
First of all, thanx for your update-support CDPR. Really, many many thanx... Arena, Dark-Mode all of that stuff sounds good, but these are just obsolete "gimmicks". We need Witcher 2 with more RPG-elements with less action...more quest-story driving cRPG-Game like Witcher 1. Please take it into consideration (understand it).
Witcher 2 needs an updated Chapter 3 and a new Chapter 4. Why? Cause the game is to short for "new dark-mode super weapons".
Many things are still (v1.35) in a bad way (for example UI or poor story and questdesign, poor flashbacks etc.)...so...so there is still much to do.
Witcher 2 needs an updated Chapter 3 and a new Chapter 4. Why? Cause the game is to short for "new dark-mode super weapons".
Many things are still (v1.35) in a bad way (for example UI or poor story and questdesign, poor flashbacks etc.)...so...so there is still much to do.
IMO, after 1.3 the only stuff that needs to be added is fixing the bugs on the responsiveness, adding a sort function on the item menus and more quests on Act 3. For nitipicking's sake MAYBE, just to make absolutely perfect to my tastes, a faster animation on putting traps.
With all that said, as fixing through patching goes I'm kind of satisfied with 1.3.
With all that said, as fixing through patching goes I'm kind of satisfied with 1.3.
WHAT? Flashbacks were great! My only issue with the them is that information was delivered too fast, if you know what I mean. I used to lose track of the events going on there. *English is not my primary language.Dona said:
The balance between action and RPG are fine. The issue is that when you get to chapter 3 and become so powerful, it's almost a breeze. The more powerful I become, the bigger the challenge I should have to overcome. The dragon is so easy once you learn how to beat it. Letho is easy as well. There's hardly any big challenge in chapter 3 that are part of the main storyline (operator is an optional fight). You hardly get to enjoy your top notch weapons either.Interreks said:
I feel like you're almost rushed to the council and then to face the dragon then go face Letho (which is optional). Not enough small missions or even main plot line missions. Give me another 5 or so hours of gameplay in chapter 3 and I'll be more happy. I'd also like to have another beast battle in chapter 3. Something other than the dragon. Give me something cool and unique. How about a slizzard or an imperial manticore (both of which appear in flashbacks and are supposed to be extremely dangerous creatures).
Dark mode sounds nice. I'd really like to have unified gear progression throughout the game. Not a fan of the mix&match stuff.
And while some people might not find use for the tutorials and arena, i think they're a necessity to ease new people into the game. It wasn't the actual difficulty that caused people to say that TW2 was "too hard", but that there wasn't a good enough explanation of the game mechanics and most went unprepared into combat, brute-forcing their way with sword attacks+Quen, which is really dull and not fun. The tutorial will show new players how to take advantage of their full arsenal and approach combat head-on, as they're meant to. They'll also be able to practice in the arena. It's a great solution to one of the major complaints about the game.
Can't wait for some detailed patch notes on the "over 20" fixes. Hope there's something about the UI in there.
And while some people might not find use for the tutorials and arena, i think they're a necessity to ease new people into the game. It wasn't the actual difficulty that caused people to say that TW2 was "too hard", but that there wasn't a good enough explanation of the game mechanics and most went unprepared into combat, brute-forcing their way with sword attacks+Quen, which is really dull and not fun. The tutorial will show new players how to take advantage of their full arsenal and approach combat head-on, as they're meant to. They'll also be able to practice in the arena. It's a great solution to one of the major complaints about the game.
Can't wait for some detailed patch notes on the "over 20" fixes. Hope there's something about the UI in there.
LOL, that's how I beat the game the first two times through (on normal and hard). Then I discovered how awesome Aard and Axii are. My 4th run through with the alchemist branch was amazing.Thoric said:
I agree about not getting to enjoy your new weapons. Especially if you pick up the Operator's Staff. I've never really had the chance to get to learn how to use it effectively, as I've only ever used it against Letho. Chapter 3 or post-epilogue extensions would be good.AnthonyF1227 said:
(I'm still convinced that we're getting a Letho/Demavend DLC though, and happy about that).