Hades (Supergiant Games) out now on Nintendo Switch, Steam and EGS
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Hmm, I'll probably wait to get the Switch version until this goes live then.
Damn. That resolution looks SUPER low. Like among the lowest I've seen on Switch, period. Very disappointing in that regard.
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Been waiting for this, I love Supergiant and the word of mouth has been spectacular! Only 16,79€ with the launch discount too, almost bought it yesterday after binging the fantastic noclip documentary about its development, glad I decided to wait in case there was a launch discount (wasn't going to play before 1.0 anyway).
Fuck waiting for performance reports, I'm buying cos it's on sale!
1.0 update now on steam as well.
The update is about 5.5 gigs.
Whats in 1.0 according to a dev on steam forums:
"At this point I can safely say our v1.0 Launch Update is adding quite a bit of new content, at least relative to what we've been able to add in our past Major Updates. Note, though, we are not adding new regions akin to Tartarus or Asphodel -- we feel the average duration of a given escape attempt has been in a good spot, and have been focused on delivering the true ending.
In terms of what you can expect, there's going to be lots of new story content, with new events for every character in the game (including thousands of new voice lines). We'll have new late-game unlockables, a new Hidden Aspect for the Twin Fists, quite a bit of new music, Achievements, and more. So we think even if you've played the game a lot already, there will be a lot to sink your teeth into here. "
The update is about 5.5 gigs.
Whats in 1.0 according to a dev on steam forums:
"At this point I can safely say our v1.0 Launch Update is adding quite a bit of new content, at least relative to what we've been able to add in our past Major Updates. Note, though, we are not adding new regions akin to Tartarus or Asphodel -- we feel the average duration of a given escape attempt has been in a good spot, and have been focused on delivering the true ending.
In terms of what you can expect, there's going to be lots of new story content, with new events for every character in the game (including thousands of new voice lines). We'll have new late-game unlockables, a new Hidden Aspect for the Twin Fists, quite a bit of new music, Achievements, and more. So we think even if you've played the game a lot already, there will be a lot to sink your teeth into here. "
hmm, wonder if it's hitting other consoles soon. Might hold off for the other versions.
I've been following this game closely for a while now but am not a PC gamer. When it was announced to be coming to Switch, I was super hyped. With the shadow drop today, I ran over and bought it immediately. Definitely a bonus that it was only $19.99. Can't wait to finally play this game!
Okay read up on this. Sounds pretty awesome. The fact there's a narrative progression scratches an itch that I really miss from most rogue-type games.
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Can someone help to explain why I should play this game instead of Diablo 3? Just in broad strokes re: mechanics, story etc.
My intention is not to shit on the game, I'm just not sure if I can get really invested in this, or how even the gameplay differs from something like D3.
My intention is not to shit on the game, I'm just not sure if I can get really invested in this, or how even the gameplay differs from something like D3.
Yep. That resolution is simply too low for me to buy this version. It's such a shame because it's "perfect for Switch," as they say. I'm so sad.
There's a lot more going on in this game compared to the slower pace of BoI, like more story, more action, and more decisions, but I'd say gave it a shot if you liked that. Hades has become my roguelike ever, and I'm not usually partial to this subgenre.
You say that now, but in what little footage I've seen so far it looks like near-SD resolution.
I'm glad I have like negative sensitivity to performance/resolution issues, that footage looks fine to me?
Well, while the update is still downloading I can sing its praises I suppose.
This is one of the most tight playing rogue-likes out there with an immensely satisfying progression curve. Voice acting, art and writing are all excellent as you'd expect from Supergiant, but the star of the game is really the gameplay. It strikes a surprising balance between being demanding and forgiving. You can play very carefully and dodge attacks left and right like in Hyper Light Drifter or mash things out and it'll work out anyway. You can take specific passives that will make you stronger but more fragile, or you can opt for being more careful and defensive. Or something in between!
Its difficulty is also highly adjustable once you reach the end game, whereby you can turn on a bunch of super fun modifiers, which will earn you the resources to upgrade weapons. Some of them are pretty basic like enemies are faster, have more health, others will ask you to complete zones faster or drastically change boss fights and boss arenas, give enemies new abilities, etc. Really smart stuff. And there are so many weapons. Six in total -- three ranged, three melee -- with three alternative styles and each with an additional fourth style that changes the way you play more drastically than the others.
Each time you die, you barely mind because you get to hear new dialog, unlock some more lore bits, learn more about the characters, spruce up your home and spend upgrade points so your next run will be better. Such a satisfying loop.
This is one of the most tight playing rogue-likes out there with an immensely satisfying progression curve. Voice acting, art and writing are all excellent as you'd expect from Supergiant, but the star of the game is really the gameplay. It strikes a surprising balance between being demanding and forgiving. You can play very carefully and dodge attacks left and right like in Hyper Light Drifter or mash things out and it'll work out anyway. You can take specific passives that will make you stronger but more fragile, or you can opt for being more careful and defensive. Or something in between!
Its difficulty is also highly adjustable once you reach the end game, whereby you can turn on a bunch of super fun modifiers, which will earn you the resources to upgrade weapons. Some of them are pretty basic like enemies are faster, have more health, others will ask you to complete zones faster or drastically change boss fights and boss arenas, give enemies new abilities, etc. Really smart stuff. And there are so many weapons. Six in total -- three ranged, three melee -- with three alternative styles and each with an additional fourth style that changes the way you play more drastically than the others.
Each time you die, you barely mind because you get to hear new dialog, unlock some more lore bits, learn more about the characters, spruce up your home and spend upgrade points so your next run will be better. Such a satisfying loop.
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Have you never seen how the game looks on PC? This Switch version looks VERY blurry by comparison.
That video that got linked has PC footage and Switch footage and I literally can't tell there's any difference on the highest quality settings available.
This is not new for me though, my sensitivity to this stuff is really low. I believe people when they say it's bad, I just... don't notice it.
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I think it's only parts of the video that use PC footage? That's why I'm saying I can't tell the difference.
lol if it's all PC footage
Controller for sure. A lot of directional dashing and action.
But kbm is certainly more than capable.