Dude. Every single thing I mentioned in this thread is based on factual evidence. I was also excited for a PC version. However, I am not going to defend this piece of crap port for obvious reasons posted before. To save you trouble, here they are again:
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Zombi - Pure Survival Horror is coming to PS4, Xbox One and PC [ZombiU Port]
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Dude. Every single thing I mentioned in this thread is based on factual evidence. I was also excited for a PC version. However, I am not going to defend this piece of crap port for obvious reasons posted before. To save you trouble, here they are again:
User 479360
Banned
Even though it's a flawed port, it's still fun. If you don't own the Wii U version, it's still worth checking out. Hopefully they can patch things.
TheMoon
Member
That doesn't sound rational to me at all. Considering that the port is missing a visual effect (the camera lens stuff) which some might prefer, you can't really say it looks objectively better. It has higher image quality for sure due to the resolution. That is objectively the case. Despite you saying you read the whole post, I think you didn't get my point at all with the whole objective/subjective preference thing.
I'll just drop this here.
Haunted
Member
It's linear in that there are zones you are sent to, and open in the sense that there is a certain amount of backtracking and revisiting areas, traversing one to get to another, etc.
It's not shooter focused, there's a lot of melee. It's a true survival game, so resources are limited and avoiding to attract attention is often your best bet. If you have to fight, singling out enemies is key, as even a handful of zombies attacking at the same time can overwhelm you. You do get some firearms later in the game, but it never turns into an action game/shooter like the Dead Space sequels. There is an overarching story (you're a survivor in the aftermath of a Zombie apocalypse in London who is trying to escape the city and while doing so is being enlisted by an organisation as one of the few surviving humans left to secure a certain macguffin.
Structurally, it's mainly quest-based, with you getting new tasks from 1-2 operators over comms, leading you to new areas.
It's very good.
Not Spaceghost
Spaceghost
I wouldn't really say it's generic really, it's got a few unique mechanics to it.
In fact the MP wasn't even really a big feature of the Wii U version if I remember right it was just there.
Game has great atmosphere and for the most part actually makes you feel like a survivor.
matrixman92
Member
you also said it should have stayed a Wii U exclusive. So you dont want other people to be able to experience the game?
Eh, it's not the prettiest looking game. And for sure it has flaws.
But I can finally play it. I am not buying a Wii U for this when I can pick it up for the systems I own. So what if it's a little worse looking? Rather spend 20 bucks then 300.
The games pretty damn fun. I like that it's slower and more about survival, then Dead Rising/Dead Island style.
But I can finally play it. I am not buying a Wii U for this when I can pick it up for the systems I own. So what if it's a little worse looking? Rather spend 20 bucks then 300.
The games pretty damn fun. I like that it's slower and more about survival, then Dead Rising/Dead Island style.
Tried 20 minutes on PC.
I've always found the concept intruiguing and it seems still very promising. Let's see how it goes...
https://youtu.be/zKWBUDyvt1E
I've always found the concept intruiguing and it seems still very promising. Let's see how it goes...
https://youtu.be/zKWBUDyvt1E
Outside of technial issues and online friends number of folks are saying that its a good game and still decent experience.
Problem is not pointing out what is wrong with the port....problem is to point it out...then proceed to do it again and again...and again....I been watching this guy post for quite some time drilling in to our hands how much of a shit port this is and how much WiiU is better. It's like beating a dead horse.
Criticism is fine as long as it's done with moderation.
What is aggravating people is that many of us DO NOT OWN WiiU, and this port, no matter how poor is our only way to play this gem of a game. While it by no means a defense for the port and for us to say that this is great port, because it's not, but for TWENTY DOLLARS I will take limited version and play it for what it is. Ubi could have shoved this down our throat with $60 release instead.
All this extra negative bullshit slinging efforts will only undermine this game longevity and potential for proper sequel in near future, because if numbers show it they will make it.
Its already 5th rank on Top Sellers on Steam.
Only on WiiU the true vision can be realized and experienced. I don't want people to throw away 20$ on a bad port that doesn't stay true to the original vision.
metareferential
Member
Provided its a technically sound port, the game is just the same as it was on the Wii U, minus the (expendable) gamepad stuff (which is often used to justify the console's purchase by close-minded gamers).
The only real loss is the multiplayer, which was great. Rest was gimmicky at best.
Reviews on Steam look goods, and it looks like it's selling.
Which is a good thing.
matrixman92
Member
but I would much rather pay 20 dollars and experience this than go buy a console that I dont have, then the wii u version. Its a nice option, for a fun game
and I have wanted to play this game since it came out. almost considered buying a wii u just for this game when it came out
Backfoggen
Banned
Texture filtering was ass on Wii U.
Aside from the filters the other points are debatable too.
Lol this is still just Zombi U bro. This port is worth the money if you didn't play it on Wii U yet imo.
Bought and almost downloaded. I'm looking forward to playing this again.
Since I only died once when I played the Wii U version (sloppy mistake in Buckingham Palace), I'm tempted to start right away on survival mode. Knowing my luck, I'll probably die 5 minutes from the end of the game, though.
Since I only died once when I played the Wii U version (sloppy mistake in Buckingham Palace), I'm tempted to start right away on survival mode. Knowing my luck, I'll probably die 5 minutes from the end of the game, though.
Soyongdori
Member
The only thing that's stopping me from buying it on PC is that god-awful Uplay. I don't want another DRM to pop up obnoxiously whenever I launch the game.
DirgeExtinction
Member
So here's a comparison by Eurogamer between the PS4 version and Wii U version:
Zombi vs ZombiU
Zombi vs ZombiU
This thread is a gold mine for sour grapes phenomenon (whether that be with regards to the gamepad, superior graphical fidelity of the PC, or the multiplayer) and cognitive dissonance.
I wonder if you could even just take this thread and the original ZombiU thread, and effectively do a case study on this.
I wonder if you could even just take this thread and the original ZombiU thread, and effectively do a case study on this.
Brerlappin
Member
"unable to be truly immersed" is possibly the most hilariously stupid negative ive ever heard levelled at a port lol.
Next up, "unable to experience true joy as developers intended", "original euphoria quotient diminished by approximately 5".
Next up, "unable to experience true joy as developers intended", "original euphoria quotient diminished by approximately 5".
Denton
Member
You are not some arbiter of what "true vision" for this game is. For me, 60fps with zero drops is way more important than multiplayer or some gamepad gimmick (whose gameplay effect is very well translated in PC version anyway). It is not a bad port by any stretch of imagination, so stop painting it as such.
Actually, no.
Uplay prolongs the load of the game by about 3 seconds. If you already have an account, it is complete non-issue.
The Praiseworthy
Member
I really wanted to play something till the release of Dishonered and Until Dawn next week because I'm bored as hell.......
So I think I better off waiting till next week and skip this?
So I think I better off waiting till next week and skip this?
IcyRhythms
Member
I love it when people cry about games that are no longer exclusives. They want to feel special and entitled. They need to justify their purchase by involving themselves in fake console wars.
More_Badass
Member
Would this run on Intel i5, HD 5500. 2.2ghz, 6GB ram? If it's fine on medium specs, I'm okay with that. Don't need maxed out graphics
What the hell am I even reading.
Looks great. I'm headed to the web store to buy it and have my PS4 download while I'm at work. Honestly, I won't miss the dirty lens. Looks noticeably brighter too which is a huge plus for me. The Wii U version is too damn dark.
Lots of salty console warrior shit in this thread and the other one. I think that video speaks louder than any "my friend said" stuff.
Yes, I'm sure before WiiU developers were thinking "oh man, if only there was a tablet controller so we could finally make our true vision of a zombie game happen".
If you mean the zombies of friends thing.. it's a cool little touch, but in no way affects what the game is all about.
User 479360
Banned
I think you guys are overreacting to an extent. This is a flawed port, yes, but it's not unplayable by any means. In several hours, I've only experienced a small amount of glitches.
It's still worth playing if you want to, but if you own the Wii U version it's unnecessary.
It's still worth playing if you want to, but if you own the Wii U version it's unnecessary.
Freedom = $1.05
Banned
yes, that true vision of ZombiU where it originally started as a game about alien invasions and shifted to zombies mid-development.
that true vision
Your friend can't say anything in the new versions, they removed the message-feature.
Soyongdori
Member
This is the first time I'm hearing about it.
IceDoesntHelp
Banned
so far the most disgusting thing to me is that you have to hold L3 to run.
Hated it in Bad Company, I'll hate it here.
Hated it in Bad Company, I'll hate it here.
Doctor_Thomas
Member
If only it had sold more than 4 copies, the developers vision could have remained pure on the glorious Wii U and not been hampered by the limitations of the lesser consoles and "Personal Computer" (but can you really call it that with all the viruses and hackers?). I, for one, am boycotting Ubisoft titles on Wii U going forward. They obviously don't respect the true vision of this title.
The game is great. And the mechanics without the game pad work fine. It sucks they took the Dark Souls elements out which is lazy but the rest is preference based. I like the game-pad implementation but I prefer using a controller over it any day of the week.
If you have a Wii U go buy zombi u for cheap and its amazing. If you don't buy this version as although it is somewhat lazy the game is still excellent and worth playing.
If you have a Wii U go buy zombi u for cheap and its amazing. If you don't buy this version as although it is somewhat lazy the game is still excellent and worth playing.
Not only any aliens, but killer freak aliens!!!!
matrixman92
Member
yeah, this is one thing I really dont like. I wish there was toggle sprint
Wouldn't changing the buttons via the PS4 menu work for that?
Q
Queen of Hunting
Unconfirmed Member
nice to see a ubi game with steam achievements
matrixman92
Member
im on xbox, but im not really sure what you mean. I didnt see any options for it at all
Edit: Oh wait, i understand what you are saying. Anyone know if u can remap buttons on xbox
I see you guys are making fun of the "True Vision©" of the original game. Wow. I would have also liked a good PC port. However, too many things are missing or altered. I completed the original more then 5 times and for me to dip back it should be an improved experience. This is clearly not the case.
bronzodiriace
Member
"This port is the best spot for ZombiU"
3rdamention
Member
They look almost the exact same. PS4 is overall brighter but is missing the screen/camera grime on it. It appears the PS4 has a slightly higher resolution, or the textures are a bit better. I assume it is the same assets, just a slightly better resolution.
3rdamention
Member
I wonder if you can toggle in the options to press L3 to start running, but dont have to hold it down. I know some games you can do that in the options, just press it to start, then just keep holding forward and he keeps running, without having to keep the button held down.
TangorFopper
Member
I was thinking exactly the same. LOL
grandwizard
Member
Any word on the mouse controls? Acceleration issues yes/no?
GavinUK86
Member
none, as far as i can tell. seems pretty 1:1.
You can change the brightness on the PC version
Stable 60 fps at 4k res downscaled to 1080p with ultra smaa (GeDoSaTo)
Collateral22
Member
Opinions on PS4 version? What's the fps like?