It looks like it could be a good enough corridoor shooter, though Im not expecting it to be up to snuff when compared to some of the bigger shooters around. Also, Im not too keen on the art direction that High Voltage have taken.
Still, if it controlls well, Im in. Thats what Im really looking for in this game anyway.
Well, it LOOKS to be a good game but I'm totally unconvinced. If you've looked through High Voltage's gaming history, you'll see that they've made LOTS of really bad games. I mean, most of their games score between 3.0 and 7.0. Their highest was about a 9.0 and that was on the N64. Only once have they gone over 7.0 by more than .1 or .2 since then. I'll keep my eye on it but I'm not getting my hopes up.
Usually, I don't pay attention to FPS games (heck, I don't pay attention to PS3/360 news unless it's also on Wii), but The Conduit has me interested. Since my dad is a fan of shooters, my dad & I could squeeze tons of time out of this game (too bad there's no offline multiplayer, that would be nice).
Well, they're obviously putting their heart and soul into it so it will be at least decent but I really wish they went with a theme/setting that felt more original. If the story-telling is really good and the characters in the game are appealing, they could make up for that.
It's not out yet, but the production vids look great, and 16 person online with wiispeak makes it a must buy for me. Join The Conduit Union for more info.
The Conduit looks pretty promising. What we do know is: It looks good; It has very good control; the developer is evidently putting a lot of effort into the title.
As Medal of Honor has shown, fantastic FPS control on the Wii can lift pretty much any game out of the pool of mediocracy, so The Conduit looks to have a lot going for it so far. Unfortunately though things like level design, enemy AI, blalancing, story and all those are still up in the air and who knows how that will all come together. At least it has a good base though.
No one knows, its not out yet. As for impressions on what we've seen, I think it looks ugly. It might be the most technically impressive game on the Wii, but the art direction is terrible and really generic. It's going to be a run of the mill sci-fi shooter -- the only reason its getting more hype is because Wii doesn't get a lot of shooters and this is one that actually might be good and its an exclusive.
Well, it LOOKS to be a good game but I'm totally unconvinced. If you've looked through High Voltage's gaming history, you'll see that they've made LOTS of really bad games. I mean, most of their games score between 3.0 and 7.0. Their highest was about a 9.0 and that was on the N64. Only once have they gone over 7.0 by more than .1 or .2 since then. I'll keep my eye on it but I'm not getting my hopes up.Quintinius
Most of those games however have been licensed games developed for other companies. Creating licensed games is a much more difficult process, because of the many restrictions, not the least of which is development time.
[QUOTE="Quintinius"]Well, it LOOKS to be a good game but I'm totally unconvinced. If you've looked through High Voltage's gaming history, you'll see that they've made LOTS of really bad games. I mean, most of their games score between 3.0 and 7.0. Their highest was about a 9.0 and that was on the N64. Only once have they gone over 7.0 by more than .1 or .2 since then. I'll keep my eye on it but I'm not getting my hopes up. Yup, only once.. if you forget the two Hunter games(awesome games, btw) that got an 8.0 and a 7.7 and the PC game that got a 7.9.. I can understand how close to 7 those three are that it seems like they are not really even over 7.
Usually, I don't pay attention to FPS games (heck, I don't pay attention to PS3/360 news unless it's also on Wii), but The Conduit has me interested. Since my dad is a fan of shooters, my dad & I could squeeze tons of time out of this game (too bad there's no offline multiplayer, that would be nice).N-One
For the Wii (and I repeat, FOR THE WII), it looks like a very promising shooter.
On any other system, it would be tossed into the junk pile as there are so many better ones out there.
THA-TODD-BEAST
that doesn't make sense. If it was on other systems, the devs would adapt to the way shooters are on that....etc. This is why Mario galaxy can get game of the year over games on more powerful systems, it don' work like the way you think.
[QUOTE="N-One"]Usually, I don't pay attention to FPS games (heck, I don't pay attention to PS3/360 news unless it's also on Wii), but The Conduit has me interested. Since my dad is a fan of shooters, my dad & I could squeeze tons of time out of this game (too bad there's no offline multiplayer, that would be nice).r_gam3
you dad?
Well, both me & my dad enjoy shooters (well, shooters aren't my favorite, but I enjoy playing them). So The Conduit seems great.
For the Wii (and I repeat, FOR THE WII), it looks like a very promising shooter.
On any other system, it would be tossed into the junk pile as there are so many better ones out there.
r_gam3
that doesn't make sense. If it was on other systems, the devs would adapt to the way shooters are on that....etc. This is why Mario galaxy can get game of the year over games on more powerful systems, it don' work like the way you think.
The power of the system isn't what I'm referring to - it's that this game does absolutely nothing special other than being a solid-looking shooter, whereas on other systems shooters are jam-packed with special features in both single and multiplayer. I just hope this one does well.
the game looks like it has potential to be a decent game. it doesn't seem crappy like red steel. only thing that bothers me is the subject matter has been done soo many times before. there are so many games out that deal with the end of the world and the future and aliens and monsters and such. had this game been made for the other consoles it would've gotten thrown under the bus but because the wii is lacking fps games and games the truly uses the wiimote to its absolute advantage, the game has sparked interest.
Looks pretty good. Is it rated M? because i wanna get it but my parents don't let me get it if its MXDXDXDXDXDXDXD
Lol. I'm sorry, but you just totally filled the entire stereotype of the Wii player in one sentence. I'm not convinced it will be good, average at least.
I think it looks good but there is alot of hate for the game.bobcheeseball
Are you being serious? Last I checked there was love for the game. Back on topic, I was pretty negative about it at first, but when it comes out, I'll rent it before I'll buy it.
the conduit looks like a very good shooter to me. Does any one else have an opinion on it?skullandbones91
The Conduit looks great. Not only does it have great graphics, but it also sports 16 player online multiplayer. Make your own opinion on the art direction. Personally, High Voltage was going for an alien invasion in Washington DC....looks like they nailed it. Aliens on Earth. Screens show aliens on Earth with good detail. Not sure where all the negative "art direction" comments are coming from. Looks like they nailed what they were going for IMO. Get this game. That is my advice.
The graphics look really good so far. I am in agreement that if the game has good controls and a good story we are going to have a fantastic game. I for one am excited about this game.
I don't know if you're talking about The Conduit, or The Conduit 2. The Conduit is a really good game though, its kind of challenging to get used to at first, but it's great.
I don't know if you're talking about The Conduit, or The Conduit 2. The Conduit is a really good game though, its kind of challenging to get used to at first, but it's great.
killswitch_on
Considering that this is two years old he is probably talking about the original. Please don't bump old topics.
[QUOTE="Michael0134567"][QUOTE="locopatho"]No, it's a poor game.
It's an amazing game. Just ignore all the soul-less haters here.Rod90
If you enjoy it then that's fantastic. Its not amazing in any way though. Maybe he finds it amazing :). Specially Conduit 2. Too bad the lack of Wii Speak support.
I don't know if you're talking about The Conduit, or The Conduit 2. The Conduit is a really good game though, its kind of challenging to get used to at first, but it's great.
meetroid8
Considering that this is two years old he is probably talking about the original. Please don't bump old topics.
Yeah this is hilarious. I was very confused at first until I realized this was started in 2008. Six months before the first game came out lol. Very random. Anyhoo.....On tipic I love both games! I think any shooter fan should give them a shot at least.
[QUOTE="Rod90"][QUOTE="Michael0134567"][QUOTE="locopatho"] If you enjoy it then that's fantastic. Its not amazing in any way though. Maybe he finds it amazing :). Specially Conduit 2. Too bad the lack of Wii Speak support. Yeah but the Headbanger headset is probably a lot better :).
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