PS+ US update this week is the best in a long while

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#1 Schreek
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Finally the United States Playstation Plus subscribers good a really great addition to the Instant Game Collection. Tomorrow, Darksiders is free for US subscribers. I know its an older game, but if you missed it, it is a great incentive. What do you all think about this?

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#2 Texas2089
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Still waiting on Vanquish. Europe got it a few months ago and I hoped it would follow over here but so far it hasn't :( I already have Darksiders on Steam so this doesn't help me. Good for people that haven't played it yet though.
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I have the game already, and not a ps subscriber. Its a good game for anyone to get if they havent already.

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#4 Sokol4ever
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We had better ones but the Darksiders is a excellent game without doubt. I wouldn't say in a long time however, since we did had good amount of games almost every week.

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#5 Justforvisit
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Yup, own it as well and also not a Plus Subscriber, anyone who is should really try it, it's an amazing masterpiece, unlike the mediocre Darksiders II

Also nice about the Update: New Free Car for GT 5 ^_^

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Yup, own it as well and also not a Plus Subscriber, anyone who is should really try it, it's an amazing masterpiece, unlike the mediocre Darksiders II

Also nice about the Update: New Free Car for GT 5 ^_^

Justforvisit

I have yet to start playing Darksiders II but I have heard the second game had been changed too much compared to the first one? That appears to be a major complain, how's the rest of the game?

That could also explain how I managed to find the game on sales so quickly for 24$ as a new copy...

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[QUOTE="Justforvisit"]

Yup, own it as well and also not a Plus Subscriber, anyone who is should really try it, it's an amazing masterpiece, unlike the mediocre Darksiders II
Also nice about the Update: New Free Car for GT 5 ^_^

Sokol4ever

I have yet to start playing Darksiders II but I have heard the second game had been changed too much compare to the fist one? That appears to be a major complain, how's the rest of the game?


Yeah, it has, the great pacing that DS I had was totally destroyed in II by adding loot drops, equipment and health potions into it like it's an RPG / Hack'n'Slay game, also the battles have become just outright cheap with overpowered enemies that use instant hit tactics, no matter what you do or try, sometimes you will just be forced into wasting your potions unlike DS I where thet battles where hard as well, but when you learned your enemies there was always a certain way to react to pwn them.
Also the story is very illogical and has for about 3 / 4 of the game absolutely no relevenace to DS I, it's as if it's a whole nother franchise wouldn't there be some mentions of the story of DS I, but as said, without significant relevance to the DS II story arc.
It also has it's great moments, but they're pretty rare, like the boss fight vs the first world boss, that indees was an impressive piece of art in terms of gameplay and music / atmosphere, but it's just so few.
In the long run, this game tries to mix many many many games into one like Zelda, DmC, Hack'n'Slash RPG etc. etc. but, what worked out perfectly fine in DS I is a patchwork of problems in DS II unfortunatley.
In fact, since I made it to the fourth world or so I haven't touched the game for about 2, 3 month's now anymore.
Another major problem for me that might not be of interest to you for you maybe having another native language, but the german localisation / voice actor of Death reads his text with so few enthusiasmn, you can literally HEAR him reading his text from the paper to just waiting for his paycheck to come in. He NEVER stresses out anything, everything is a monotonous sing sang from his mouth, while War's VA in DS I fitted him so well, gave him emotions and an amazing voice work that really lets you feel the rage and "No bullsh***ing me" stance of his character.

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Hoping we get more than Darksiders.. I have it on disc and it was ok.
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#9 Schreek
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Hoping we get more than Darksiders.. I have it on disc and it was ok.Rattlesnake_8
The great news about PS+ is that when they give you something that you have no want for, you only have to wait another week for them to give something else. So far I think its been a pretty good month with NBA Jam, Megaman 9 & 10, and now this. Better luck next week, my friend!

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Awesome I've been looking into getting this for cheap for a while, it's a nice pick up for me.

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[QUOTE="Justforvisit"]

Yup, own it as well and also not a Plus Subscriber, anyone who is should really try it, it's an amazing masterpiece, unlike the mediocre Darksiders II

Also nice about the Update: New Free Car for GT 5 ^_^

Sokol4ever

I have yet to start playing Darksiders II but I have heard the second game had been changed too much compared to the first one? That appears to be a major complain, how's the rest of the game?

That could also explain how I managed to find the game on sales so quickly for 24$ as a new copy...

Best way to describe both games. But keep in mind both games are really good.

DS1 = Zelda + DMC. This one has better Zelda elements, weapons/items and puzzles than DS2 and combat is more like DMC or GoW but sets it's own standard of combat once you get the ability to change form, buy new combos, and get new weapons.

DS2 = Zelda'ish + Kingdom of Amalur + Prince of Persia. Zelda type puzzles (but puzzles arent as good as DS1). Combat and loot systems is similar to KoA, scaling walls and climbing is similar to PoP. This game you gain experience and gain levels to gain perk points to level up different abilities. In DS1 you gained souls (like DMC and GoW) and used it as currency to buy combos and upgrades. DS2 is also longer and has more sidequests.

All in all, I like both games for what they are. I really don't have any complaints about either one. I bought DS2 for $60 and don't feel ripped off at all.

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#12 Bigboi500
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Awesome, I've never played Darksiders before.

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#13 The-Apostle
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It would help to post a link.
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#14 grand17
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i like psn games better then full games. i liked nba jam and nfl blitz oh and starhawk...theres more then enough
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#15 Schreek
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It would help to post a link.The-Apostle
I don't understand why a link is necessary but here you go. http://blog.us.playstation.com/2013/01/14/playstation-plus-update-become-war-in-darksiders-free-for-members/

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#16 The-Apostle
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[QUOTE="The-Apostle"]It would help to post a link.Schreek

I don't understand why a link is necessary but here you go. http://blog.us.playstation.com/2013/01/14/playstation-plus-update-become-war-in-darksiders-free-for-members/

Because I couldn't find it. >_> But thanks.
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still haven't play that game

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#18 Nengo_Flow
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Darksiders? thats it? I dont want that sh*t
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Darksiders? thats it? I dont want that sh*tNengo_Flow
You expect more than 1 game a week? The last 2 weeks had Mega Man 9 and 10, NBA Jam: On Fire, and Chronovolt (Vita). I don't think there will be another PS3 game this month unless it's an extra game not counted as part of the IGC, like Starhawk SP a few months ago. There should be 2 more Vita games, 1 next week.
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[QUOTE="Nengo_Flow"]Darksiders? thats it? I dont want that sh*tRogueShodown
You expect more than 1 game a week? The last 2 weeks had Mega Man 9 and 10, NBA Jam: On Fire, and Chronovolt (Vita). I don't think there will be another PS3 game this month unless it's an extra game not counted as part of the IGC, like Starhawk SP a few months ago. There should be 2 more Vita games, 1 next week.

Oh yeah I forgot I downloaded Mega Man 9 and 10 aswell as the GOW:A beta last week. I havent turned on my PS3 since last tuesday so I didnt even play them yet. Im not bashin PSN+, i just thought since TC said this week was the best in a long time, I was expecting something good. I had PSN+ for more than a year now, and I DL everything they give for free.
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I'm upset that I missed RE5 but I'm taking the plunge. SSF4AE is the game I play the most on my 360 (when I had XBL) and when I saw that on there, it was enough. Mercs mode in RE5 is my second most played game, but Virtua Fighter and KoF and everything else is a nice addition. PS+ is pretty cool but I wonder how long they'll keep this up and what will happen next gen? $40 a year for PS+ is the last PS3 game I'll ever buy and if the PS4 launches with a similar setup, I'll probably never actually buy games for it. 1 for $60 or like 40 for $40 isn't a hard choice in the slightest.
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I was about to buy Darksiders. Glad I held off on purchasing it.
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#23 Kravyn81
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Finally the United States Playstation Plus subscribers good a really great addition to the Instant Game Collection. Tomorrow, Darksiders is free for US subscribers. I know its an older game, but if you missed it, it is a great incentive. What do you all think about this?

Schreek
Oh, great, yet another game I already own. Thanks, Sony.
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#24 AmazonTreeBoa
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Funny, I have been knocking plus for a long time and come home today discover my girl ordered it for a year for the kids. Downloading Darksiders, LittleBigPlanet 2, and Ratchet N Clank: All 4 One. Also got Mega Man 9+10 and a few vita games just so I have em just in case I get a Vita in the future.
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It's decent. I can tell that this was their was an ambitious team behind it.
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[QUOTE="Sokol4ever"]

[QUOTE="Justforvisit"]

Yup, own it as well and also not a Plus Subscriber, anyone who is should really try it, it's an amazing masterpiece, unlike the mediocre Darksiders II
Also nice about the Update: New Free Car for GT 5 ^_^

Justforvisit

I have yet to start playing Darksiders II but I have heard the second game had been changed too much compare to the fist one? That appears to be a major complain, how's the rest of the game?


Yeah, it has, the great pacing that DS I had was totally destroyed in II by adding loot drops, equipment and health potions into it like it's an RPG / Hack'n'Slay game, also the battles have become just outright cheap with overpowered enemies that use instant hit tactics, no matter what you do or try, sometimes you will just be forced into wasting your potions unlike DS I where thet battles where hard as well, but when you learned your enemies there was always a certain way to react to pwn them.
Also the story is very illogical and has for about 3 / 4 of the game absolutely no relevenace to DS I, it's as if it's a whole nother franchise wouldn't there be some mentions of the story of DS I, but as said, without significant relevance to the DS II story arc.
It also has it's great moments, but they're pretty rare, like the boss fight vs the first world boss, that indees was an impressive piece of art in terms of gameplay and music / atmosphere, but it's just so few.
In the long run, this game tries to mix many many many games into one like Zelda, DmC, Hack'n'Slash RPG etc. etc. but, what worked out perfectly fine in DS I is a patchwork of problems in DS II unfortunatley.
In fact, since I made it to the fourth world or so I haven't touched the game for about 2, 3 month's now anymore.
Another major problem for me that might not be of interest to you for you maybe having another native language, but the german localisation / voice actor of Death reads his text with so few enthusiasmn, you can literally HEAR him reading his text from the paper to just waiting for his paycheck to come in. He NEVER stresses out anything, everything is a monotonous sing sang from his mouth, while War's VA in DS I fitted him so well, gave him emotions and an amazing voice work that really lets you feel the rage and "No bullsh***ing me" stance of his character.

yeaaaaaah... pretty much just ignore everything this guy said. DS2 is better than DS1 in pretty much every way. better combat, better graphics, better world, more items, more puzzles, longer story, more varied environments. the only things that i didnt like were: i thought WAR was a "cooler" character, which is really just preference, and i thought the ending to DS2 was extremely abrupt and a let down. overall, much better game/package.