NeoTrunks Posted September 28, 2006 Share Posted September 28, 2006 I played a bit of Sonic last night, and I have to agree with just about everything else that was said. It's just so disappointing. I tried really hard to like it. It feels like a whole different team developed it (notice how it didn't say "Developed by Sonic Team" (or else I missed it)). I don't agree with the comments about Sonic sticking to the 2D realm, because I really enjoyed Sonic Adventure on the DC. I was expecting to be wowed just like I was when I played that game. Instead, I was utterly disappointed. The game still has potential, but the control problems must be fixed. Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/432213-official-xbox-live-latest-demos/page/32/#findComment-587916503 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meshuggah Posted September 28, 2006 Share Posted September 28, 2006 oh man! my friend is going to be really really jealous of me being able to play this WWE game. He's been sending me screenshots/vids for the past month. day this game comes out, he's purchasing a 360. Maybe I can convince him to buy it today :D Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/432213-official-xbox-live-latest-demos/page/32/#findComment-587916641 Share on other sites More sharing options...
spenser.d Posted September 28, 2006 Share Posted September 28, 2006 I thought the Sonic Demo was pretty fun. The camera controls blow horribly, but it didn't seem like the camera was being a pain very much. I might think about getting that one, having not played a Sonic game since 2D times. -Spenser Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/432213-official-xbox-live-latest-demos/page/32/#findComment-587917200 Share on other sites More sharing options...
PL_ Veteran Posted September 28, 2006 Veteran Share Posted September 28, 2006 I thought the Sonic Demo was pretty fun. The camera controls blow horribly, but it didn't seem like the camera was being a pain very much. I might think about getting that one, having not played a Sonic game since 2D times. -Spenser Hmm. The fact that you could very easily fall off, due to the speed thing, also annoyed me. Maybe it'll take some getting used to, but this demo has convinced me to scratch this off my Most Wanted list. Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/432213-official-xbox-live-latest-demos/page/32/#findComment-587917211 Share on other sites More sharing options...
+BeLGaRaTh Subscriber¹ Posted September 28, 2006 Subscriber¹ Share Posted September 28, 2006 Maybe they should rename it from Sonic to Chronic? Thats how it is at the moment :( I used to love the Sonic games :) Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/432213-official-xbox-live-latest-demos/page/32/#findComment-587917428 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meshuggah Posted September 29, 2006 Share Posted September 29, 2006 I haven't played a WWE game since the Nintendo 64 days of THQ (wwf), but I must say, I love this demo. I was going to buy a Wii when it came out, but it looks like I'm going to have to use that money on more xbox 360 games instead. Oh well :D Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/432213-official-xbox-live-latest-demos/page/32/#findComment-587917851 Share on other sites More sharing options...
GameOverRob Posted September 30, 2006 Share Posted September 30, 2006 Banjo Kazooie!!!!! Now will rare being making any arcade games? ... do you think for example goldeneye (or will that appear on the wii), jet force jemini or conkers bad fur day! Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/432213-official-xbox-live-latest-demos/page/32/#findComment-587918665 Share on other sites More sharing options...
.KICK Posted September 30, 2006 Share Posted September 30, 2006 Banjo Kazooie!!!!! Now will rare being making any arcade games? ... do you think for example goldeneye (or will that appear on the wii), jet force jemini or conkers bad fur day! Goldeneye will never be on the XBLA because Nintendo owns the rights Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/432213-official-xbox-live-latest-demos/page/32/#findComment-587919030 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spartan_X Posted October 2, 2006 Share Posted October 2, 2006 Marketplace Content It's my first day back in the office, so let's get things back to normal with a Marketplace post. The following free content is now available on the Xbox Live Marketplace: Eurogamer TV presents "Xbox conference from Leipzig" - Only available in the U.K. Eurogamer TV presents "Great new Xbox 360 games at Leipzig" - Only available in the U.K Eurogamer TV presents an interview with Peter Molyneux - Only available in the U.K Just Cause Extreme Stunts Trailer (480p/720p) - Not available in Korea, Singapore or Taiwan. News source: Majornelson.com Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/432213-official-xbox-live-latest-demos/page/32/#findComment-587924283 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dirk Posted October 2, 2006 Share Posted October 2, 2006 I haven't played a WWE game since the Nintendo 64 days of THQ (wwf), but I must say, I love this demo. I was going to buy a Wii when it came out, but it looks like I'm going to have to use that money on more xbox 360 games instead. Oh well :D To many loading screens for me to enjoy it. Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/432213-official-xbox-live-latest-demos/page/32/#findComment-587924396 Share on other sites More sharing options...
magik Posted October 2, 2006 Author Share Posted October 2, 2006 To many loading screens for me to enjoy it. I had a lot of fun with it. But yea, way too many loading screens... here's how it went down: - Open Demo ... Loading ... - Press Start ... Loading ... - Select Controllers ... short loading ... - Select Players and confirm ... Loading ... - 'Play Now' ... Loading ... - Triple H Intro ... Loading ... - Kane Intro ... Loading ... - Play Match - Pinfall ... Loading ... - End Match Celebration ... Loading ... - Exit to Main Menu and do it all over again Really ridiculous. Reminds me of the . :laugh:Looks like they really need to hire someone that knows how to use caching and fix this mess! Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/432213-official-xbox-live-latest-demos/page/32/#findComment-587924589 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remysaus Posted October 3, 2006 Share Posted October 3, 2006 i like the WWE demo, but countering is close to impossible while the AI doesn't seem to have any trouble countering almost every grapple or punch. quite frustrating.. Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/432213-official-xbox-live-latest-demos/page/32/#findComment-587925527 Share on other sites More sharing options...
stezo2k Posted October 3, 2006 Share Posted October 3, 2006 I quite enjoyed the sonic demo, its hard but once you get into it it's quite fun. It's still pretty much the same thing as the DC versions Smackdown was disappointing though :( Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/432213-official-xbox-live-latest-demos/page/32/#findComment-587925944 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew Lyle Global Moderator Posted October 4, 2006 Global Moderator Share Posted October 4, 2006 why didn't i listen to you guys.. sonic the hedgehog was a HUGE disappointment.. i think sonic should of stopped at Dreamcast.. now THAT game was amazing.. raising your own little hedgehogs.. that was such a cool idea.. Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/432213-official-xbox-live-latest-demos/page/32/#findComment-587927594 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lingwo Posted October 4, 2006 Share Posted October 4, 2006 Need for Speed Carbon Demo on Marketplace now. Majornelson says it is 1GB Lylesback2, are you talking about the little Chao's? i remember i used to have one on my VMU :p Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/432213-official-xbox-live-latest-demos/page/32/#findComment-587928143 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ClintEastman Posted October 4, 2006 Share Posted October 4, 2006 why didn't i listen to you guys.. sonic the hedgehog was a HUGE disappointment.. i think sonic should of stopped at Dreamcast.. now THAT game was amazing.. raising your own little hedgehogs.. that was such a cool idea.. Yeah loved that game, must go and dust off my Dreamcast and get some batteries for my VMU! :cool: Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/432213-official-xbox-live-latest-demos/page/32/#findComment-587928301 Share on other sites More sharing options...
DirtyLarry Veteran Posted October 4, 2006 Veteran Share Posted October 4, 2006 I am not all that sure about NFS Carbon. It really appears to run like ass IMO. I have seen noticeable slow down and huge dips in frames per second. While the graphics are a step up from Wanted, I really cannot see how a racing game could have such performance issues. Hopefully it is just the demo. Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/432213-official-xbox-live-latest-demos/page/32/#findComment-587928835 Share on other sites More sharing options...
MiG- Posted October 4, 2006 Share Posted October 4, 2006 I am not all that sure about NFS Carbon. It really appears to run like ass IMO. I have seen noticeable slow down and huge dips in frames per second. While the graphics are a step up from Wanted, I really cannot see how a racing game could have such performance issues. Hopefully it is just the demo. nah its gunna lag, too many fancy effects, it shows as AA and AF are clearly lacking, but it is a nice game and im definately buying it for the PC on arrival, i just need a PC demo now :) Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/432213-official-xbox-live-latest-demos/page/32/#findComment-587928970 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matrix XII Posted October 4, 2006 Share Posted October 4, 2006 Downloading NFS:Carbon, I hope it's good! Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/432213-official-xbox-live-latest-demos/page/32/#findComment-587929146 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lingwo Posted October 4, 2006 Share Posted October 4, 2006 Is it just me or have they sucked the fun out of drifting? I used to enjoy it on Need For Speed Underground because it required some skill. Now it just feels like you're trying to skate on ice without any ice skates on. Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/432213-official-xbox-live-latest-demos/page/32/#findComment-587929157 Share on other sites More sharing options...
SnoopZ Posted October 4, 2006 Share Posted October 4, 2006 The Need for Speed: Carbon demo is utter crap! Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/432213-official-xbox-live-latest-demos/page/32/#findComment-587929277 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew Lyle Global Moderator Posted October 4, 2006 Global Moderator Share Posted October 4, 2006 Need for Speed Carbon Demo on Marketplace now. Majornelson says it is 1GB Lylesback2, are you talking about the little Chao's? i remember i used to have one on my VMU :p hahaha, yes the chaos! i remember you have to find the eggs and help feed them and stuff, such a cool idea.. too bad you can only hold so many. it was cool how they transfered them to the VMU.. he picks them up and drops them into a giant VMU in the game :) Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/432213-official-xbox-live-latest-demos/page/32/#findComment-587929703 Share on other sites More sharing options...
golazo Posted October 5, 2006 Share Posted October 5, 2006 I am not all that sure about NFS Carbon. It really appears to run like ass IMO. I have seen noticeable slow down and huge dips in frames per second. While the graphics are a step up from Wanted, I really cannot see how a racing game could have such performance issues. Hopefully it is just the demo. runs perfect on mine.. very smooth, great graphics, fun game Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/432213-official-xbox-live-latest-demos/page/32/#findComment-587931177 Share on other sites More sharing options...
DirtyLarry Veteran Posted October 5, 2006 Veteran Share Posted October 5, 2006 runs perfect on mine.. very smooth, great graphics, fun game The weird thing is it ran better the second time I tried it. Although I still saw some slow down in the Drifting section, in particular the same section on the same curve (I played it through like 3 times just to see if i was crazy), everything else did run better... although I still did see some slow down overall, it was not as bad. Just curious, what do you have your X Box output to? 480p, 720p, or 1080i? I am wondering if that has something to do with it, although I would like to think it would not have anything to do with it, I am curious. It seems whenever I download something, and choose Play Now, when the download is done, it does not run good at all. Actually, I never had it happen with Demos really that I can remember, but I have always had the issue with Videos. If I stop it, manually go to Videos and choose Play, it runs fine. So when I tried the NFS Demo I just chose Play Now originally, and it ran poorly. Then when I manually went to Demos and chose it, it seemed to run much, much better. Not sure what the is all about, but I may be calling MS really soon to find out. Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/432213-official-xbox-live-latest-demos/page/32/#findComment-587931594 Share on other sites More sharing options...
PabUK Veteran Posted October 5, 2006 Veteran Share Posted October 5, 2006 The Need for Speed: Carbon demo is utter crap! Agree. It's a real shame because I liked Most Wanted (and most of the NFS games before the first Underground). Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/432213-official-xbox-live-latest-demos/page/32/#findComment-587931778 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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