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Dragon Quest: Builders Review Thread
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chrominance
Member
As someone who bought Minecraft way back when Mojang was still a small independent company and there was just one Java PC version and that's it, this quote speaks to me. I remember playing some of it and not really knowing what to do, but more importantly why I was doing anything at all. Dwarf Fortress is pretty sandboxy to me but for some reason there was a lot more form around "build a fortress and survive" than what I found in Minecraft.
I probably could've spent more time trying to get used to everything and reading up on what I'm supposed to do, but it was really easy at the time to bounce off the game. DQ Builders apparently being easy for newcomers to jump into as well as being more directed than Minecraft have both put this on my radar.
Donniewahlberg
Banned
Those are some good reviews. The demo thread was super positive so I wouldn't say I'm surprise by them, but you never really know how it'll be received over here, especially with the fusion of genres. Some people in the demo thread had noted it was too long winded for them. Super psyched myself, and even though it's across different platforms it was a good play having DQVII and builders not too closer but in and around each other. I think I'll just be finishing up vii and this will be a nice game to move onto.
That's basically what the demo became for me: something to fuck around with the dragon. Full game I won't want to lose stuff on fools errands that would be more pragmatic later, while I don't really give a crap about what my character keeps in the demo.
I had a blast playing the demo and I can't wait to play the full version.
This post makes no sense as it means by your logic that other single player games shouldn't get high scores because...reasons.
Just because it doesn't have multiplayer doesn't mean that the game should automatically be given a low score especially when it's clear that a lot of work went into the game.
This post makes no sense as it means by your logic that other single player games shouldn't get high scores because...reasons.
Just because it doesn't have multiplayer doesn't mean that the game should automatically be given a low score especially when it's clear that a lot of work went into the game.
Don't forget about the GameRankings aggregate, which currently has the game reviewing at a score of 150.62 out of 100.
YianGaruga
Banned
Very well recieved demo, good early reviews. SE is confident in this one
Could this be a DQ game that actually sells?
Could this be a DQ game that actually sells?
HabDashCine
Banned
I've been stoked for this game ever since I saw Ben Moore stream it in the early days of Easy Allies back in March/April. Glad to see it getting good marks.
Eurogamer posted a great article going into the game's development. Pretty interesting to see what they had to do to balance the two genres. Helps to explain some of the more controversial design aspects:
http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2...inging-structure-to-those-paralysed-by-choice
Eurogamer posted a great article going into the game's development. Pretty interesting to see what they had to do to balance the two genres. Helps to explain some of the more controversial design aspects:
http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2...inging-structure-to-those-paralysed-by-choice
DriftingSpirit
Member
I think it will do okay but it would need that internet surge from word of mouth to really push some units. We'll see though. SE may update sales fr it worldwide down the line.
tiebreaker
Member
Nice reviews as expected.Will get the game during the holiday.
Ooo nice
i can't wait for this game to come out next week. I played 12 hours or so of the demo. Never was a fan of minecraft and this accomplished what I always wanted.
it is a shame that this is no co-op because my wife, who does not play video games, was actually impressed with it and actually wanted to try it out with me playing co-op.
I know this is asking too soon, but i really hope for a sequel that incorporates some extra stuff and co-op.
Tuesday can't come quick enough.
it is a shame that this is no co-op because my wife, who does not play video games, was actually impressed with it and actually wanted to try it out with me playing co-op.
I know this is asking too soon, but i really hope for a sequel that incorporates some extra stuff and co-op.
Tuesday can't come quick enough.
terencecah
Member
I don't have a PS4 or vita
Is ps4 have a good sleep mode?
Is ps4 have a good sleep mode?
RichiRamjag
Member
It isn't, but some games benefit from having it. This was one that definitely could have and while I loved the demo, I'm in a weird place of kinda wanting it/kinda not because I can't play with my son. Dragon quest heroes was another one like that and they're adding it in the sequel. I'm sure co-op would be added in builders should it get a sequel as well. The game design would work perfectly for multiplayer.
archnemesis
Member
Yes, the PS4 for has an excellent sleep mode called "rest mode".
vanDoughnut
Member
Knee deep in Dragon Quest 7, but want to get this too.
How will I balance the time sinks? Hmmmmm...
How will I balance the time sinks? Hmmmmm...
GameSpew's review is up:
http://www.gamespew.com/2016/10/dragon-quest-builders-review/
A well deserved 9/10 from our reviewer
http://www.gamespew.com/2016/10/dragon-quest-builders-review/
A well deserved 9/10 from our reviewer
Bolivar687
Banned
Hoping the reviews translate into sales, since everybody liked Heroes and it was visually gorgeous but it got no exposure and bombed.
Oh man, these review scores are getting me excited. I can't wait to see DQ7 3DS sales numbers.
Could 2016 be the year DQ is revived in the west?!
Yeah, DQH2 included multiplayer, so I would imagine if they make a DQB2 it would also iterate in the same fashion. You've gotta start somewhere.
Could 2016 be the year DQ is revived in the west?!
Yeah, DQH2 included multiplayer, so I would imagine if they make a DQB2 it would also iterate in the same fashion. You've gotta start somewhere.
Yeah, I don't understand why you would base a game off minecraft without including an integral part of what made it so popular. Online-play is a huge part of why minecraft is so successful. Excited regardless, won't be a day 1 buy for me, but will definitely be getting this eventually!
Megalosaro
Banned
Right now I'm playing dqx, dqvii and next week. DQ builders.
Feels good guys
Feels good guys
I started up V, since I never played it. Good stuff so far, then I'll try VI and VII after.
Newtype-001
Member
Please buy this game gaiz the demo was really good.
Maintenance
Member
Almost bought this game but no online killed any interest that I had left.
Shame.
Shame.
FallenGrace
Member
Pre-ordered it a while back. Played the demo, kept the pre-order.
bodine1231
Member
Can you get this early from another region that's in English, like Gravity Rush Remastered?
GribbleGrunger
Dreams in Digital
I might eventually get this especially now I know there's no online.
Asia English version launches October 11, same day as NA.
it's off the charts!!!!!!!!
Parakeetman
No one wants a throne you've been sitting on!
Glad to see the reviews doing well. As really is a fantastic game for SQEXs first attempt at the genre mashed together with a well loved IP.
Parakeetman
No one wants a throne you've been sitting on!
Do you like going blind or not?
Jokes aside its more down to where do you plan on playing more? On the go or at home.
Since if its at home you might as well get the PS4 version.
DriftingSpirit
Member
This post covers one aspect.