Prototype: what are your thoughts...

[Booze Zombie]

I thought it was "meh".
-The graphics didn't bother me at all. I actually thought they did a pretty nice job, especially the lack of lag, even in the crowded areas. However the brownish tone when you enter an infected area is really bad

-The sandbox element is very poorly done. There are no side-missions, just those repetitive challenges that are found in every sandbox game. The only purpose the city serves is for you to fuck it up. Other than that, there's really not much you can do.

-The attack powers are too few , and surprisingly too similar. 2 that cut, 2 that smash , and one that's kinda like a ranged attack. Nothing too special. The guns are VERY poorly inserted and are just so difficult to use properly.

-Sometimes, the game just gets ridiculously hard. Considering the game is supposed to give you the impression you're a god, and then gives you insanely hard missions (making you fight 6 helis and 4 tanks WITHOUT your powers) is just inconsistent game-design.

I can't play Infamous , since I don't have a PS 3 , however judging by what I've read and saw on youtube, like the variety of powers and depth of the character, I can say It's a WAAAAY better game than Prototype.
Actually what Prototype really is, is a fancy beat'em up in a sandbox environment.
While this probably would sound like trolling, I believe the IGN score of 7.5 was too much, since I wouldn't give this game more than 6.5

Aw , well, there's still Red Faction: Guerrilla to look forward to.....

There's supposed to be tonnes of side missions, optional targets for your "web of intrigue" that give you extra points when you track 'em down.

Really, it's not the developer's fault you can't be bothered to explore a world.

 

[AndyFromMonday]

I was hyped for the thing. I waited for it, bought it aaanndd....it was good BUT NOT what I was expecting. It's still fun and still pretty awesome but it's not exactly what I expected.

 

[Booze Zombie]

I was hyped for the thing. I waited for it, bought it aaanndd....it was good BUT NOT what I was expecting. It's still fun and still pretty awesome but it's not exactly what I expected.

What's the lesson here? Have no expectations other than "fun" and you'll enjoy life more.

 

[BloodShifter38]

Well, if you can ignore my profile pic, then listen up. Prototype does NOT have the best story line, but at least it fits everything in nicely so the retarted gamers of the world can get it. The point of the game (at least in my opinion) is not about the story. The only goal is to do whatever you want, without moral reprecautions. Its designed to give players a sense of freedom that most other games can't give. Also, for a sandbox game, it does a damn good job!

Also, try body surfing while playing The Beach Boys. I want to see that on youtube damn it!

The debate between inFamous and Prototype has to stop. If you can, get both and shut up. If you can only get one, be happy you have that.

 

[Bulletinmybrain]

Well arguably you could say most action games fit that definition.

I guess it comes down to whether it's a well done clique/corny story, and if the explosions look cool.

The Hoodie though isn't quite my style, honestly I could have done without that "trademark" though. It does deserve to lose points based on "retarded uncoolness" for that.

I haven't played it yet, just a general response.

I *WILL* say however that I think these sandbox super hero games aren't deserving the attention they are getting due to being bare bones productions. See, to me part of the "fun" of the sandbox crime games and such has been all of the little details involved, like the radio stations and "talk shows" and everything else. Saint's Row and Grand Theft Auto have had a ton for a long time. GTA IV even extended things to actually having TV shows and a somewhat surfable Internet. Not to mention little details like being able to change the "ringtone" on your phone.

Saint's Row 2 had like a ton of side activities to engage in, and we're not just talking about rampages and street races here. Stealing hookers from pimps, ruining property values by spraying sewage out of a truck, and playing bodyguard for celebrities by throwing overenthusiastic fanboys into lethal deathtraps come to mind.

Now granted these EXACT minigames, the choice of music, etc... wouldn't work with a "superhero" game. But the point is that it's noticibly missing. For my $60 I expect more of a complete package than inFamous (or I believe Prototype) has delivered.

I mean I like inFamous (which I have and have played a bit, despite getting distracted by Sacred 2) but in the end it's a very basic game once you get past the general engine and the "OMG I have powers" aspect.

Decent games as far as they go, but I think both games needed more criticism for only giving you part of what a sandbox game should properly include.



>>>----Therumancer--->

I always wondered how cole can use a phone if he is fucking a walking tesla coil.

 

[PauL o_O]

It's SO HARD! OMG I have never been so frustrated in trying to get in a fkn tank!!! OMFGGGG

 

[Frank_Sinatra_]

Yeah this just seems like trolling. You obviously have a biased opinion. Well, the game is fun. One of the most fun games I have ever played. It's not just explosions by the way and I seriously doubt that you have even played it.

because you can become people, shapeshift, do insane parkour stunts, varied missions, decent story and characters, and a whole lotta shit on screen. those are all great reasons. oh yeah, troll, go home

I was hyped for the thing. I waited for it, bought it aaanndd....it was good BUT NOT what I was expecting. It's still fun and still pretty awesome but it's not exactly what I expected.

What's the lesson here? Have no expectations other than "fun" and you'll enjoy life more.

Every thing here sums up my thoughts for Prototype, it's fun. Enjoy the game for what it is.

 

[ProfessorLayton]

It's SO HARD! OMG I have never been so frustrated in trying to get in a fkn tank!!! OMFGGGG

Are you being sarcastic? Because if you aren't, then you're supposed to kill the guys guarding the tank. And it should be hard to get into the tank or else you are incredibly overpowered.

 

[Bored Tomatoe]

Um, because the story is more of a mystery story than your standard SciFi/Action fare, and the game is bliss to control, with buckets of gore to boot. Fun. Fun, for the last time, its fun!

 

[Bored Tomatoe]

Actually I can think of one, Hulk Ultimate Destruction. But then again that isn't a bad thing. Plus this is more like you're Venom which adds 10 points in my book.

Hulk didn't have a sword for an arm, did he?

Alex Mercer - The Hulk/Wolverine/Venom/Flying squirrel/Mystique/Neo.

 

[shwnbob]

I have yet to play it but my best friend tells me it's amazing!

 

[Kajt]

My thoughts would be "Yet another game that none will remember in a few years".
Or atleast I won't.

 

[GonzoGamer]

Prototype (and I've only had it for a day) is basically the next gen Hulk UD but I don't see how that's a bad thing.

Sure it's not the most original or sophisticated game out there, but neither was Saints Row 2 and they're both a hell of a lot of fun.

 

[0thello]

Oh so it's out huh? I have no incentive to play this game. Bad enogh he looks like Altair and Star Killers love child, his jeans are so tight you can see his veins through them.

Pass.

 

[BolognaBaloney]

Oh so it's out huh? I have no incentive to play this game. Bad enogh he looks like Altair and Star Killers love child, his jeans are so tight you can see his veins through them.

Pass.

Cool, i guess were judging book's by their cover's now.

 

[ItsAChiaotzu]

That said, if you lower your expectations a bit, it's a great deal of fun.

A glowing recommendation, in fact, if you lower your expectations a bit, torture has been known to be a great deal of fun.


I kid. I think it looks interesting but not as polished as InFamous, but it's a bit more imaginative, I don't really like sandbox superhero games to be honest.

 

[antipunt]

Yeah this just seems like trolling. You obviously have a biased opinion. Well, the game is fun. One of the most fun games I have ever played. It's not just explosions by the way and I seriously doubt that you have even played it.

^Pretty much just this

 

[0thello]

Oh so it's out huh? I have no incentive to play this game. Bad enogh he looks like Altair and Star Killers love child, his jeans are so tight you can see his veins through them.

Pass.

Cool, i guess were judging book's by their cover's now.

No we're not, I am. That and past experience withthis design choice. Ain't you that guy who was die-hard for this game? How's it treating you?

 

[MasterStratus]

Oh so it's out huh? I have no incentive to play this game. Bad enogh he looks like Altair and Star Killers love child, his jeans are so tight you can see his veins through them.

Pass.

Cool, i guess were judging book's by their cover's now.

No we're not, I am. That and past experience withthis design choice. Ain't you that guy who was die-hard for this game? How's it treating you?

I'm pretty sure that it was Booze Zombie who was all gung-ho about the game.

 

[VanityGirl]

Prototype in a nutshell: fun for a while, till you hit the difficult curve brick wall

AKA:: The game can be a biotch