Poll of the Day > Ghost of Tsushima topic

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do you have it yet? I have it. I am playing it. It is GREAT.

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Not yet. How's the combat? I'm kind of in a holding pattern with new games because of the PS5 looming on the horizon.

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SunWuKung420 posted...

Not yet. How's the combat? I'm kind of in a holding pattern with new games because of the PS5 looming on the horizon.

The combat is fun. Overconfidence is a weakness. Fast reflexes is a strength.

Story is something that really pulls you in, especially for this type of game. Im actually listening to what people have to say because its entertaining.

I would be on it now if it wasnt for work. Game is too damn fun.

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I am loving this game so far. Definitely in the running for game of the year for me

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*sigh* I wish I bought this instead of TLOU2

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Only gripe I have at this point is when you're trying to drop down a small ledge or low roof the game seems designed to prevent you from falling off stuff so it takes some nudging to finally drop down. Fully admit I may have missed something and don't know the controls, though

As far as combat Sunny, HornedLion's point about confidence and reflexes is spot-on. The game rewards patience, quick thinking and reflexes. Enemies can swarm you, and they will gang up, not like some games where you'll get surrounded and the game AI sort of sends one enemy at you at a time, even when surrounded.

You can unlock a dearth of movesets, combat skills, tools, and weapons, and so far they feel like they add to the experience meaningfully. You can probably get by with your basic attack/block/parry set but if you take the time to learn new maneuvers and incorporate them into your game you not only become that much more lethal but it opens up options and fluidity to the combat. It's beautiful to watch. Like a ballet of death.

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This is definitely the next game I'm gonna buy. It looks beautiful and the combat seems great

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The gameplay graphics and combat are amazing.

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OK here's another criticism which might be more helpful for people on the fence.

While I'm enjoying the game immensely, for anyone who is sorta burned out on the standard open world formula that's been done to death in recent years, this game doesn't reinvent the wheel.

It has your standard fogged-over map dotted with unknown locations that you discover through exploration, liberate areas by defeating enemies, find collectible secrets and locations, etc...

You've seen it all before, but I must say you may never have seen it done quite this beautifully. The world Sucker Punch created here is stunning. Every time you take a turn around some rocky outcrop, or crest a hill surrounded by a sea of gently swaying pampas grass, the next area to come into view is more gorgeous than the last. It's incredible.

So yeah, same ol' open world tropes, but visually impressive and the combat is fairly deep but more importantly it's fun

My two cents anyway

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that what im worried about. Im so burned out on open world games that I dont know how much Id really like this game. Horizon Zero Dawn bores me to tears.

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looks cool but also looks like it will be twenty dollars in a few months so i'll wait

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I look forward to playing it.

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combat doesn't look interesting to me, not interested in the setting
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DirtBasedSoap posted...

that what im worried about. Im so burned out on open world games that I dont know how much Id really like this game. Horizon Zero Dawn bores me to tears.

TheWitchMorgana posted...

looks cool but also looks like it will be twenty dollars in a few months so i'll wait

Yeah I'm trying not to oversell it here because as much as I'm digging the game I could totally see someone saying it's not all that special. Like I said this game doesn't really innovate in any meaningful way but they did create a fun, well-made game. Would recommend waiting on a sale if the story and setting aren't already pulling you towards a purchase.

fwiw I enjoyed Horizon but feel they shouldn't have done the DLC because while the game didn't bowl me over I was satisfied with that game up until the end of the main campaign. The DLC felt drawn out and I had a hard time finishing it, even though it did add to the story and flesh things out for the sequel. I enjoy the combat more in Ghost than Horizon

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TheWitchMorgana posted...

looks cool but also looks like it will be twenty dollars in a few months so i'll wait

exactly

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You should want it NOW.

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Just started today, probably got about 3-4 hours in. Combat is fun, parrying is actually kind of hard to pull off unlike most games of this type that gives you a huge window to do it. Wish there was a practice mode to just go fight though.

PKMNsony posted...

Just started today, probably got about 3-4 hours in. Combat is fun, parrying is actually kind of hard to pull off unlike most games of this type that gives you a huge window to do it. Wish there was a practice mode to just go fight though.

There's a charm you can find early in the game that makes parrying and dodging easier.

It's at the *minor spoiler* Spring Falls Shrine on the first island. Over at Kukai's Falls in the northern/center part of the map.

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no Create an character option so no buy

waiting for nioh 2's Tengu's Disciple dlc that's out on the 30th of this month will be better and more fun

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BlazeAndBlade posted...

no Create an character option so no buy

Dumb reason, but ok

Nioh 2 is fucking rad though

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time to play!

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It looks great, plan on getting it eventually, ok?

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Good to hear, ok

I just played for 3.5 hours. Such fun

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My friend in Georgia is shipping me the collectors edition because I couldnt get it here in Canada. Its on its way.

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!!

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PKMNsony posted...

Just started today, probably got about 3-4 hours in. Combat is fun, parrying is actually kind of hard to pull off unlike most games of this type that gives you a huge window to do it. Wish there was a practice mode to just go fight though.

Yeah, I do enjoy that it can be a challenge. Combat is just getting better and better as the game goes on

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SpeeDLeemon posted...

Yeah, I do enjoy that it can be a challenge. Combat is just getting better and better as the game goes on

Agreed. Finally unlocked that kick attack and it's devastating lol. Knock dudes on their asses then cut them down

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I started on Hard this weekend. Combat is fun, and even though I die pretty often, all the deaths feel like my fault. The world is beautiful and I like the minimal UI and the guiding winds. The arrow deflecting skill and kunai have been lifesavers so far. So far I just finished the duel to get the Heavenly Strike skill, which took me a couple of tries to do

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Far-Queue posted...

Agreed. Finally unlocked that kick attack and it's devastating lol. Knock dudes on their asses then cut them down

Nice!

SilentSeph posted...

I started on Hard this weekend. Combat is fun, and even though I die pretty often, all the deaths feel like my fault. The world is beautiful and I like the minimal UI and the guiding winds. The arrow deflecting skill and kunai have been lifesavers so far. So far I just finished the duel to get the Heavenly Strike skill, which took me a couple of tries to do

I thought about doing Hard, but I chose Normal. I figured I'd be playing the game twice through anyhow. Kunai knives are very nice.

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New patch is bringing a harder "Lethal" difficulty option (also bringing a separate easier mode for those who want less demanding combat):

https://www.forbes.com/sites/paultassi/2020/07/27/new-ghost-of-tsushima-patch-makes-combat-both-easier-and-harder/#4f04662326bb

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Interesting. Now I have to play the game three times! Normal, Hard, and Lethal

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Can you switch difficulties at any time? I might bump it up to Lethal when I start getting too strong for Hard

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I don't think you can; but not 100%

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I'm playing pretty slowly, I want to 100% the first island before leaving. I'm probably about 80% complete in terms of map exploration and side quests.

Yeah I'm trying to explore and do everything

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decided to play days gone instead. i'll get around to this one eventually, but i'm in no hurry, ok?

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don't worry; the topic will still be here for that time if you keep bumping it

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You can change difficulties at any time. Normal and hard only have AI changes, as in, enemies on hard are more aggressive but do the exact same damage and have the exact same health. Lethal mode makes you and enemies die much faster. In some ways, lethal is easier than hard, because you oneshot everyone, but a stray arrow can kill you which is stupid. If they had an arrow proof charm or something, I'd say lethal is the way to play the game, but arrows are fucking annoying.

Also game is fun. The combat is surprisingly fun despite essentially being old assassin creed combat, but better. Perfect parries and perfect dodge counters feel super satisfying and let you really cut down a group of goons very quickly and stylishly. Standoffs are also a fun addition. Don't tell anyone but if you dodge and block at the same time, you beat every enemy option.

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SpeeDLeemon posted...

Yeah I'm trying to explore and do everything

PKMNsony posted...

I'm playing pretty slowly, I want to 100% the first island before leaving. I'm probably about 80% complete in terms of map exploration and side quests

I was several hours in before I realized that fucking bird would locate secrets as well as quest markers and locations. It's found two hats for me so far


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YoukaiSlayer posted...

Also game is fun. The combat is surprisingly fun despite essentially being old assassin creed combat, but better. Perfect parries and perfect dodge counters feel super satisfying and let you really cut down a group of goons very quickly and stylishly. Standoffs are also a fun addition.

Agreed. They took a tried and true formula and tweaked it enough where it doesn't necessarily feel "fresh" but it's fun and engaging


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I realized you can change difficulties. I just played for six hours straight; I fucking love this game.

And yeah, perfect parries and dodge to attack attacks feel fucking awesome. I do enjoy standoffs more now that I discovered more tricks.

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YoukaiSlayer posted...

Lethal mode makes you and enemies die much faster. In some ways, lethal is easier than hard, because you oneshot everyone, but a stray arrow can kill you which is stupid.

Kinda sounds like Heaven or Hell mode from DMC3

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I've been playing on Normal and been wrecking dudes with my parries, but after last night's patch my timing is off. I'm pretty sure it's me, but it's odd that this is happening right after the patch and I'm wondering if they changed the Normal mode timing or something.

Still having a blast but I took a break to try out Skater XL which I'd been looking forward to but for anyone else who was interested in it my early impressions of XL aren't great.

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Oh shit I forgot Skater XL was coming out

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SpeeDLeemon posted...

Oh shit I forgot Skater XL was coming out

Yeah it's $40 on PS4, I heard it's only $20 if you did early access on PC which is annoying and kinda why I wouldn't recommend it. For what I've played it's not worth $40. Want to spend more time with it to see if I just need more time with the controls. There's definitely a solid foundation for a skating game there it's just not quite scratching the itch for me

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My co-worker hyped it up to me. I will stick with my Skate 3 on PS3

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you should be able to bet on the ghosts. like 'i bet 1000 yen that ghost is gonna haunt the castle over there'. i hope they add that in the dlc

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Not trying to derail the topic with Skater XL but I played more of it and it's starting to grow on me but it should be no more than $20 there's just not a lot of game there to justify the $40 price tag.

Back to Tsushima: I finally got past the first act *spoiler* where you free your uncle and open the second part of the island. Been slow going for me, but I'm enjoying every minute. Been juggling a few games but GoT has most of my interest.

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I'm not done the first act yet haha

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lol and I thought I was taking it slow

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