UnemployedVillain
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Laziness and people who've only ever played Wii launch titles
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ARMS - Nintendo Switch (Motion [optional] controlled boxing, Nintendo, Spring 2017)
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Laziness and people who've only ever played Wii launch titles
Well, in that case wouldn't this game only playable with the console docked?
I'll probably use both. Somedays I'll want to play motion controls, especially in MP against the fiancée. If I play alone, I'll probably use normal controls.
It is.
I watched all of the ARMS segments from that Japanese stream (feels like an hour's worth of content -- someone should edit together all of the segments), and MAN. I really really REALLY want to play this.
The concept, controls, mechanics, mobility, mind-games, strategy and finesse... The characters, interactive stages, art, animation, music, HD Rumble and effects... Everything is so on point.
At this point I love everything they've shown. I just want more. The Internet needs to tune into this game. Where's the fan art??
The concept, controls, mechanics, mobility, mind-games, strategy and finesse... The characters, interactive stages, art, animation, music, HD Rumble and effects... Everything is so on point.
At this point I love everything they've shown. I just want more. The Internet needs to tune into this game. Where's the fan art??
Where do you think it is lol
it's just hard to search for because ARMS brings up mainly a lot of bodybuilding posts
I honestly don't know. I only visit GAF for gaming, so I only see fan art here.
Its not about prefer but the non-motion control layout matters a great deal because otherwise this game is unplayable in portable mode.
The latency in motion detection should make doing classic controls a must. This game looks like it is built around very precise and timely control input. This game looks fun, but it really should only be done in motion mode for a gimmick. When Hingis get real, you should use buttons. I'm sure Windjammers could be fun too with some motion control scheme, but you're gonna go with buttons when you want to win.
Yea I get that. But I read comments like "woohoo normal controls, gonna buy then"
It's this close minded attitude towards motion controls I cant understand. Everything is immediatly waggling even though the inputs in this game are far away from waggling if played correctly
HandsomeCharles
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Probably the gyro. I know that's still motion controls but it's the only way I could see that config working.
Dark Cloud
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Huh?
You can search for individual characters, but the very generic names they've been given also makes things difficult - searching for Spring Man mostly gives you Megaman posts, for example. As much as "ARMS" itself as a brand benefits from its simplicity, it does have some problems with searchability. But I also think it's an issue with the characters' actual designs, which while approachable and interesting enough, aren't anywhere near as instantly appealing as the Inklings - it's not going to command anywhere near as fervent a following, even if it becomes a respectably popular IP.
I think this is the only piece of fanart for it I've seen alongside the Little Mac sketch, though I wasn't actively looking for it. (Also, I think I prefer it to the actual Spring Man design, mainly for how the eyes are handled.)
not looking hard enuff but you're right, not as immediately appealing
pixiv is its own barrel of fish but you'll need an account. not much up there yet.
pixiv is its own barrel of fish but you'll need an account. not much up there yet.
Ocarina_117
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Should they reveal more characters I hope the make events of them. Generate more hype. This game looks legit, hopefully it becomes another splatoon style hit and encourages more new IPs from Nintendo.
This was the highlight of the press conference to me. The concept seems great, and the character designs are neat (like a better take on the Wonderful 101). The unique arms/materials is fantastic. I hope people are still playing it when I get the Switch in a year or so. Also Spring Man for Smash please.
Unfortunately I don't expect a lot of content or characters given that it's a launch game. I wouldn't be surprised if that was the entire cast, maybe with 2-3 latecomers like with Wonderful 101.
Unfortunately I don't expect a lot of content or characters given that it's a launch game. I wouldn't be surprised if that was the entire cast, maybe with 2-3 latecomers like with Wonderful 101.
OrbitalBeard
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God, I really hope this game is packed with content. This has the potential to be a huge new IP for Nintendo.
OricWindstar
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They've confirmed there are more characters.
MegamanPoweredUP
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This game is day one for me.
I always had hope some developer would expand the WiiSprosts boxing mechanic into a more serious fighting game. WiiU gamepad pretty much crushed my dreams.
I gave up hope but then...ARMS! That's exactly the game I was looking for!
I always had hope some developer would expand the WiiSprosts boxing mechanic into a more serious fighting game. WiiU gamepad pretty much crushed my dreams.
I gave up hope but then...ARMS! That's exactly the game I was looking for!
Analog sticks: Control arms
L: Dash
R: Jump
ZL: Move left
ZR: Move right
ZR + ZL: Super attack
Alternatively you could click the analogs for something.
Edit: You can move front and back. I don't that's possible with my scheme without gyroscope.
More could still be 2-3 characters. I'm just saying I'm not expecting a fighting game sized roster. Especially given the archetypes they already covered and the way they covered them.
I can't imagine Platinum would do anything without plastering their names all over it, especially after Scalebound just disappeared eating like 3 years of their primary studio's production time.
donkey show
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The_Intruder
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Brings me mech games with controls like this.
After testing it man the controls are so instinctive and responsive, it feels like nintendo has now the tech to do multiplayer competitive games with motion control. Maybe I'm exaggerating a bit, but I feel that with how precisely and responsive the motion control are in these joy con, it could brings more game like this targeting these players.
After testing it man the controls are so instinctive and responsive, it feels like nintendo has now the tech to do multiplayer competitive games with motion control. Maybe I'm exaggerating a bit, but I feel that with how precisely and responsive the motion control are in these joy con, it could brings more game like this targeting these players.
UnemployedVillain
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What are you even talking about?
1. They've confirmed more characters
2. It's not a launch title
You have no proof, nor is there any reason that it won't be a content rich game if they've charging $60 for it. At worst, it'll be like Splatoon where they'll release it's "full" content within 2 months of release then give it a steady stream of content, but thinking it'll be barebones? Coming from the Mario Kart team? Nothing is indicating that
Considering every Nintendo multiplayer focused game last gen had a fairly steady stream of content (Splatoon, MK8, Smash 4), I don't see why this would suddenly buck the trend. I'm hoping since online is paid now, the content is at least free like Splatoon >_>
My friends are making fun of me, but this is my most anticipated game on the switch. I instantly fell in love with it when I saw it. I was so bummed to find out that it's not a launch day game. This gif makes me laugh because when I watched the reveal trailer, I couldn't help but notice how much the fighters were missing each other. Thankfully, watching some live gameplay quelled any fears I had about it not being more than just jumping and punching.
I'm worried about the $60 package, but only because SFV burned me. Here's hoping for at least 10 characters and meaty Single Player content. I can't think of a single full-price Nintendo game I've bought with my own money that wasn't a complete $60 package, though. Even Splatoon, which I had doubts about, shaped up real damn nice.
Dark Cloud
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It's just a demo. They confirmed there will be more characters. There will definitely be more. It feels like they're doing the same thing like they did when they first unveiled Splatoon.
- I didn't know that, as indicated by my previous reply. Anyway I don't expect many characters.
- Launch window, close enough.
_/¯Same here. this and zelda will be my pickups at launch. after I saw treehouse I instantly fell in love with it.
UnemployedVillain
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Do you guys have a link to the...japanese stream you were watching these ARMS matches on?
Ah, okay. Really thought I heard here on Gaf that Platinum is developing this game.
Close minded? The gaming community? GAF? Why, I'd never!
it was a rumour
CrAzY FiNgErS
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This looks great and it gives me a "Dreamcast Arcadey" vibe. With great art direction and a Virtual On feel this really appeals to me. Day 0 for me.
StreetsAhead
Member
A couple of thoughts I had:
*I hope they follow the Splatoon rule and keep cross-overs/other Nintendo series away, at least for now. Even Little Mac. Let it be its own thing.
*I'd love amiibo for the game I'm just not sure what function they could possibly serve. Plus they might not work so well with the noodle arms.
*Like Splatoon, I hope they leverage social media between now and launch to teach more about the gameplay and the game world. I especially want them to focus on the characters backstories. Is this a common sport? Are they intentionally amputating? Are they born without arms? Is it kind of an underground sport or popular? Are 'Ribbon Girl' and 'Ninajara' jsut stage names and they have regular names outside of sport? Silly details like that.
*There's gotta be something single player here. Arcade mode or tournament/story mode. I'm not asking for a single player campaign like Splatoon had (I'm not sure how you could make one with these mechanics, tbh). But at least Pokken levels of single-player would be nice.
*Alt costumes/colors, please. I know they probably don't have them just for the demo, but still.
*I'm still concerned that the games' name and character names are too generic to be memorable/searchable.
This is the 2nd new character based IP from NCL in about 2 years. I hope they don't fuck it up and I hope people respond well because I want to see them keep experimenting. I don't want to hear Miyamoto or someone going 'Well, ARMs failed to capture the audience, so here's Mario Is Missing 2" in a couple of years.
*I hope they follow the Splatoon rule and keep cross-overs/other Nintendo series away, at least for now. Even Little Mac. Let it be its own thing.
*I'd love amiibo for the game I'm just not sure what function they could possibly serve. Plus they might not work so well with the noodle arms.
*Like Splatoon, I hope they leverage social media between now and launch to teach more about the gameplay and the game world. I especially want them to focus on the characters backstories. Is this a common sport? Are they intentionally amputating? Are they born without arms? Is it kind of an underground sport or popular? Are 'Ribbon Girl' and 'Ninajara' jsut stage names and they have regular names outside of sport? Silly details like that.
*There's gotta be something single player here. Arcade mode or tournament/story mode. I'm not asking for a single player campaign like Splatoon had (I'm not sure how you could make one with these mechanics, tbh). But at least Pokken levels of single-player would be nice.
*Alt costumes/colors, please. I know they probably don't have them just for the demo, but still.
*I'm still concerned that the games' name and character names are too generic to be memorable/searchable.
This is the 2nd new character based IP from NCL in about 2 years. I hope they don't fuck it up and I hope people respond well because I want to see them keep experimenting. I don't want to hear Miyamoto or someone going 'Well, ARMs failed to capture the audience, so here's Mario Is Missing 2" in a couple of years.
At least players can't blame their teammates when they lose, so the toxic potential is limited.
Plinko
Wildcard berths that can't beat teams without a winning record should have homefield advantage
As I said during the initial conference, I think this has the potential to be THE killer app for the system if they support it with additional content. Looks fun, easy to control, gets players moving, and could be one of those games that are easily accessible and yet much deeper for those who wish to get involved.
One possibility:
- analogue sticks for the arms
- the 4 shoulder buttons make you move diagonally so they mimic a D-pad rotated 45 degrees
- click right analogue stick to jump
- click left analogue stick to dash
- all 4 shoulder buttons together to use super move
I think this would work but honestly sounds really complicated (at least for me who's bad at fighting games as it is)
No, it's straight Overwatch. Even though I've never played OW, ARMS reminded me of OW too