The Surge is a great game

[adamblue]

I've returned to The Surge since the free weapon DLC came out. I originally got about a 3rd of the way through, but its difficulty stopped me from progressing. I'm a huge Souls fan btw, and also love Nioh.

I came back to The Surge hoping these new weapons would help. They didn't, but I missed the combat so much that I stuck around and decided to grind a bit. This helped, and I love how much grinding can be a meta game in combat. I would target specific enemy types, specific body parts, and get the gear and materials I needed, testing out different weapons and implants in the process.

During this time, I explored the world more. It's not a big world (relative to the Souls games - it's still big), and there's no fast travel, but it is very well implemented. Shortcuts are in the right places so traveling from one end to another really isn't a chore. And like Souls, you sometimes figure there should be a shortcut around, and exploring to find them uncovers secrets as well as secrets you know you can come back to later.

I could talk about this game forever, and I hope others here have played it too. If not, give it a try, and ask me questions if you're stuck!

 

[A.M.]

I've been enjoying it. It's like a weird combination of Dark Souls and Vanquish.

Aren't they supposed to be releasing some new DLC at some point?

 

[adamblue]

I've been enjoying it. It's like a weird combination of Dark Souls and Vanquish.

Aren't they supposed to be releasing some new DLC at some point?

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Yes, I think near the end of the year for sure. It's an amusement park, and there are apparently two shortcuts to it from the beginning and end of the game....this really helps with that connectivity of the game world I was talking about. Also, I'm right at the last boss, planning to fully explore before NG+. So, I'm ready for the DLC!

 

[TemplaerDude]

It was 50% off on Steam last week, I almost bit and now I kind of regret it.

 

[Darkwing-Buck]

Is the game still in early access?

 

[adamblue]

Is the game still in early access?

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No, and while I could be mistaken, it never was. It was released as a complete game.

 

[DevilMayGuy]

Is the game still in early access?

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No, their games just give off that vibe.
I'll pick this up next time it's on sale. I love Souls-type games, and the combat in this seems really solid. I didn't pick it up at launch because I was just starting a new playthrough of Bloodborne.

 

[MrS]

Next time it's on sale on PSN I'll be picking it up. I'm beginning to miss Souls-likes though Nioh did scratch the itch somewhat.

 

[Markitron]

Been wanting to reply to this for ages! Great game, horribly overlooked.

Also 1st post. WHAT UP MY GLIP-GLOPS!

 

[Kolx]

Enjoyed it a lot. Not as good as the souls game or even close but still enjoyable on its own

 

[Somnia]

I know this got a Pro patch, any word on an X patch?

 

[Lulu]

What's the cheapest it gets?

 

[Markitron]

I know this got a Pro patch, any word on an X patch?

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The devs were really on the ball, I'd be surprised if it didn't. The options on the Pro were fantastic, and they added HDR in after the fact as well. It was one of the main reasons I bought it full price, I want to support that kind of effort.

 

[Huggy]

Aww darn I should have got it during the recent sale.

 

[slasherjpc]

Man that save room music. Hehe fun game for sure. Hope to see more from the team.

 

[His Majesty]

It's a fantastic game. I love the interconnectivity in the game and the narrow hallways. Art style is on point too.

 

[HStallion]

Its a really solid game and a serious upgrade from the developers last release. The combat is really meaty and the game doesn't tell you much about it besides the basics. There are multiple different kinds of evades from parries to dodges to even jumping over or ducking under side to side attacks. The enemies are also pretty brutal in of themselves and its a game more focused on the level layouts, enemy encounters and exploring than it is boss fights though which some might not be expecting coming straight from the Soulsbourne games. It can get a bit repetitive and weapon, armor and enemies could use some more variety but if they improve this much again with their next game they might have a great 9/10 game.

 

[radian8]

It's a really good game that's for sure. Like a hidden gem this generation. Brutally hard, but once you get used to the combat it's amazing. I like the really 'heavy' feeling of your character, like every move you do has weight to it.
Graphics and sound are top notch, especially on the PS4 Pro!

 

[Deleted member 1635]

Oh, damn. I totally forgot I bought and installed this when it was on sale a short while back.

 

[shimon]

Waiting for that dlc announcement.

 

[nicoga3000]

The story and setting are right up my alley. I have high hopes for the DLC!

 

[Carroway]

Oh man, I still have to try The Surge, if you come from Souls, how familar would it be to you?

 

[Admiral Snackbar]

I liked the game up until the final zone. No spoilers, I just could not get on board with it. Finished it, immediately forgot everything after the cool first few zones.

 

[shimon]

Oh man, I still have to try The Surge, if you come from Souls, how familar would it be to you?

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Very. It's not exactly the same but you'll be good to go within like 5 minutes.

 

[robotzombie]

What are the new weapons actually like? Are they new weapon types or just elemental versions of existing stuff (one handed, staffs, pile bunkers, etc)

 

[radian8]

Oh man, I still have to try The Surge, if you come from Souls, how familar would it be to you?

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I'm a big fan of Souls and it was second nature. You'll pick it up straight away :)

 

[Fhtagn]

I've been enjoying it. It's like a weird combination of Dark Souls and Vanquish.

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Ok, now, I have to tone that down a bit in my head cuz the potential there is just too much to believe.

But I'm glad to hear positive, fond reactions to this game; I really didn't like Lords of the Fallen but I'm happy to see Soulslikes become a thing and it won't hurt to have this to play after I finish Nioh.

 

[Carroway]

Very. It's not exactly the same but you'll be good to go within like 5 minutes.

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Sounds good, I'll be looking forward to playing it :D

 

[Okii]

Yeah it really is great, I need to get back to finishing it, it does a lot of interesting things that are smart improvements on the Souls formula. Really liked the setting and the way they handled upgrading and stuff.

 

[Deleted member 1003]

The Surge is very good. I love it. You have to be willing to give it some time but I believe it is worth it. The 60 fps really helps this game.

 

[*Splinter]

I'm glad this is the first thread I saw on here. Great, underappreciated game.

 

[Transistor]

It's a great game, and a HUGE step up from Lord's of the Fallen. But you aren't lying about the difficulty. Made shit straight up not fun sometimes.

 

[intheflorsh]

I thought they put out some patches to balance the combat? Overall I thought it was a great game, especially in terms of level design and combat mechanics. It just needed some more visual variety and maybe a few more boss encounters.

 

[MyQuarters]

The Surge really wasn't clicking for me for a long time but I gave it another go a couple of weeks ago and something got through. Starting to really enjoy it now - it's no Bloodborne, but it's definitely got it's own thing. Very impressive step up from Lords of the Fallen

 

[HStallion]

It's a great game, and a HUGE step up from Lord's of the Fallen. But you aren't lying about the difficulty. Made shit straight up not fun sometimes.

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I enjoyed the toughness myself but there were a couple areas that were absolutely brutal. The area right before the final level was so jam packed with so many incredibly strong enemies that were all close to each other so you usually ended up attracting more attention than you wanted even knowing the lay out before hand.

 

[DukeBobby]

Seen this on sale for about £10 a few times. It might be worth picking up when I'm done with Wolfenstein and South Park.

 

[Deleted member 2595]

Aww darn I should have got it during the recent sale.

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Heh. Forgot about that.

My first post since GAF, and under a new name.

Exciting times!

 

[hydrophilic attack]

I really did not enjoy Lords of the Fallen much. Still beat it though.

Is this game better in regards to core combat, bugs, writing, and signposting in level design?

 

[shimon]

I thought they put out some patches to balance the combat? Overall I thought it was a great game, especially in terms of level design and combat mechanics. It just needed some more visual variety and maybe a few more boss encounters.

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They did,it was even harder at release lol

 

[Scratches]

I really did not enjoy Lords of the Fallen much. Still beat it though.

Is this game better in regards to core combat, bugs, writing, and signposting in level design?

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Same camp here but I still beat it three times 'cause I had to get the platinum... yeah, I don't know -_-

The bugs were annoying but the controls were extremely clunky. Like really really bad. Is The Surge any better in that regard?

 

[Deleted member 1067]

Played the shit out of this at release, and love the game for no other reason than it confirmed that I was not tired off souls, but just tired of dark souls.

Cant wait for dlc. It's one of only 2 games this gen that I've gotten all the cheevos.


The gameplay is very fluid here, and basically carries the game at points because you can tell at points they put all their money into animations and fx over level assets lol

 

[lionpants]

Fantastic game. Check it out if you're on the fence!

 

[Dinobot]

I actually liked the demo on steam and I hate Dark Souls and Nioh. The setting is right up my ally. Will pick it up eventually.

 

[Blitzrules240]

One of my top 5 games of the year.

Absolutely loved it.

 

[intheflorsh]

I really did not enjoy Lords of the Fallen much. Still beat it though.

Is this game better in regards to core combat, bugs, writing, and signposting in level design?

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It's far better in every regard (well, except writing). Combat especially is vastly improved, it's very fluid and comparable to Bloodborne.

 

[Wark]

This is another game I got this year and I still haven't played yet. I should give it a shot soon!

 

[Deleted member 1067]

I'd also say the surge has the best systems in any of these types of games. Getting rid of stats and going instead for pure rig building was an inspired choice that I feel really does a lot to help it feel different from other games in the genre.

The multiplier system in exp along with the rig building makes ng+ a real blast because it essentially forces you to play for perfection, and the way that recontextualizes the core mechanics make it the best ng+ since ds2.

 

[Freezasaurus]

I have to go back and finish it. I got to the second chapter and then got distracted by some other game. I liked what I played, though it was a bit harder than I like. And I'm a Soulsborne vet.

 

[hydrophilic attack]

It's far better in every regard (well, except writing). Combat especially is vastly improved, it's very fluid and comparable to Bloodborne.

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That's good to hear. Might give it a try at some point

 

[Jaxar]

I haven't played this yet but I did enjoy Lords of the Fallen so I'm looking forward to giving this a whirl eventually.