DARKSTAR - FMV Adventure - Page 2

Ascovel · 09-29-2010, 03:45 PM

The very nature and history of this game make this an interesting and unique offer in the current market.

Of course we'll see if it truly delivers upon its release, but I don't understand how e.g. someone can consider the size of this game (meaning the GB) to be off-putting. You don't need to upload it to your hard drive, so what's the problem? The video quality will be better thanks to it and that's all.

mgeorge · 09-30-2010, 07:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Ascovel

The very nature and history of this game make this an interesting and unique offer in the current market.

I agree. The game may end up being crappy, but there're at least making an effort to try and shake up the status quo in the genre, which to me is always a good thing.

Thorn · 11-11-2010, 06:18 AM

HOLY CRAP, IT'S BEN FROM SUNSET BEACH!!

...I used to have a major crush on him as a child!

Idta · 11-11-2010, 06:59 AM

SUNSET BEACH!!!!!!!!!
YES! lol!!!

zane · 11-16-2010, 10:42 PM

im quite intrigued.... has anyone played this?

Phod · 11-16-2010, 11:46 PM

Yeah, I'm interested too.. Any thoughts?

Luther10 · 11-17-2010, 03:18 AM

Game sounds very interesting in the trailer, but 44gb???? OMG... Maybe it can get ported to PS3 instead, with blu-ray and high definition graphics/dts sound, it will be a better experience...

rambler · 11-17-2010, 04:00 AM

I believe they found a way to drastically reduce the size of the game. It is now around 14gb (I think) on 2 dvd's.

Legolas813 · 11-17-2010, 05:28 AM

I am waiting for the online release from Strategy First. It has been delayed because Strategy First is having a hard time with the size of the download (13.5GB). Whenever it is finally released, they are supposed to be offering a 25% discount for the delay.

Phod · 11-17-2010, 07:40 AM

Where do you see that info, Legolas?

Lupin The Third · 11-17-2010, 07:55 AM

How does no one have this yet? Are we sure it even released? 12 Days after it's release date and not one review...even on a blog?

mgeorge · 11-17-2010, 07:56 AM

The game seems interesting however I can't find out anything about the gameplay itself. I've never played an FMV before, so I have no idea what to expect.

Is it point and click like a regular AG?

I just went to their website and tried youtubing it to see if I could find some actual gameplay footage, but I don't believe there's anything on the web at this time which seems weird to me for a game that's already out. There's the usual trailers, and TBH, the video quality doesn't look very good, but all they show is cinematics as far as I can tell.

So I am intrigued, but not going to dish out cash on a game until I can find out more about it.

So I to would be very interested if anyone plays it to let us know what it's like.

Lupin The Third · 11-17-2010, 07:59 AM

Wait a minute....it's coming to consoles as well?

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http://darkstar.gs/teaser_09PanScan.htm
To enhance user interactivity, all linear movements within DARKSTAR can be controlled by the player, allowing for a more realistic sensation of movement and exploration. This example shows how much more dynamic the navigation can be, turning the feeling of "point and click" into a more active, fluid experience. Mac and PC versions will not have this feature, proposed only for console versions.

Lupin The Third · 11-17-2010, 08:08 AM

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Originally Posted by mgeorge

The game seems interesting however I can't find out anything about the gameplay itself. I've never played an FMV before, so I have no idea what to expect.

Is it point and click like a regular AG?

I just went to their website and tried youtubing it to see if I could find some actual gameplay footage, but I don't believe there's anything on the web at this time which seems weird to me for a game that's already out. There's the usual trailers, and TBH, the video quality doesn't look very good, but all they show is cinematics as far as I can tell.

So I am intrigued, but not going to dish out cash on a game until I can find out more about it.

So I to would be very interested if anyone plays it to let us know what it's like.

Based on what I've seen it's supposed to be interactive FMV. Think of D except that you can move in the rendered environments instead of just statically moving from point A to B. Maybe it's a bit like what Southpeak was trying with Temujin & Darkside of the Moon? I'm not totally sure either but this is the impression I've gotten.

mgeorge · 11-17-2010, 08:39 AM

Hey folks. I found a whole page dedicated to the game here.

http://www.youtube.com/parallaxstudi...24/QChtbVxvz_g

There is a Darkstar demo trailer a little over halfway down on the bar on the right that shows real gameplay footage. It's a bit over 8 min. long. I'm tempted to just buy it now and hope for the best, because it does look like something quite different in the AG genre.

zane · 11-17-2010, 09:39 AM

yeah, i think im going to have to take a leap of faith with this one. Its like a piece of adventure game history, even if it doesnt turn out to be very good.

zane · 11-17-2010, 12:51 PM

hmmm very interesting. I'd like to know if Jeff knows about Tex Murphy or GK2. He claims theres nothing like this without talking about the best FMV games around.

Phod · 11-17-2010, 01:07 PM

I'm pretty close to just pulling the trigger on the disc version. But are there any reviews around anywhere? Someone has to have played this, right? heh

Legolas813 · 11-17-2010, 07:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Phod

Where do you see that info, Legolas?

The info about the online delay and the discount has been posted multiple times by the developer on the DARKSTAR Facebook page.

http://www.facebook.com/darkstarthei...vemovie?v=wall

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Originally Posted by Lupin The Third

How does no one have this yet? Are we sure it even released? 12 Days after it's release date and not one review...even on a blog?

From the DARKSTAR Facebook page: "The first DARKSTAR press review is in, and we're dumbstruck—never expected critics to like a game like this, but this says "best game of this genre since 7th Guest & Phantasmagoria, and one of the best games (overall) I've played this year". Nominated for "Adventure Game of 2010", "Best Audio", "PC Game of 2010", & "Overall Game of 2010". Going live as top story Thurs, we'll reveal review/reviewer then."

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Originally Posted by Lupin The Third

Wait a minute....it's coming to consoles as well?

As far as I know, it's only talk right now. If the PC version is successful they will look into a console port.

zane · 11-17-2010, 08:46 PM

im getting pretty excited.... Probably getting my hopes up too high, but still cant wait to read that review.
edit: Oh, and looks like that reviewer will be diehardgamefan.com

09-29-2010, 03:45 PM	#21
Ascovel Spoonbeaks say Ahoy! Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Poland Posts: 1,053	The very nature and history of this game make this an interesting and unique offer in the current market. Of course we'll see if it truly delivers upon its release, but I don't understand how e.g. someone can consider the size of this game (meaning the GB) to be off-putting. You don't need to upload it to your hard drive, so what's the problem? The video quality will be better thanks to it and that's all. Share Share this post on Twitter __________________ A Hardy Developer's Journal - The Scientific Society's online magazine devoted to charting indie adventure games and neighboring territories

11-11-2010, 06:18 AM	#23
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Idta Queen of the underground Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Toronto, Ontario Posts: 44	SUNSET BEACH!!!!!!!!! YES! lol!!! Share Share this post on Twitter

11-16-2010, 10:42 PM	#25
zane Schattenjäger Join Date: Nov 2010 Posts: 572	im quite intrigued.... has anyone played this? Share Share this post on Twitter

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Phod Strategy Guide Author Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 300	Yeah, I'm interested too.. Any thoughts? Share Share this post on Twitter __________________ Currently Playing: I Have No Mouth and I Must Scream Currently Working On: Being Mr. Mom Recently Finished: The Walking Dead, Yesterday, Psychonauts, Fallout: New Vegas

11-17-2010, 03:18 AM	#27
Luther10 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Posts: 132	Game sounds very interesting in the trailer, but 44gb???? OMG... Maybe it can get ported to PS3 instead, with blu-ray and high definition graphics/dts sound, it will be a better experience... Share Share this post on Twitter __________________ Youtube Channel - Forgotten Adventures: http://www.youtube.com/user/123Pazu?feature=mhw5 Top 10 adventure games: Black Dahlia, Grim Fandango, Heavy Rain, Broken Sword Shadow of Templars, Gabriel Knight 2 The Beast Within, Still Life, Last Express, Sanitarium, 7th Guest, Zork Nemesis

11-17-2010, 04:00 AM	#28
rambler Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Brisbane Posts: 29	I believe they found a way to drastically reduce the size of the game. It is now around 14gb (I think) on 2 dvd's. Share Share this post on Twitter __________________ BALLOOOOOOOOOON!? Last edited by rambler; 11-17-2010 at 04:05 AM.

11-17-2010, 05:28 AM	#29
Legolas813 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Florida Posts: 1,783	I am waiting for the online release from Strategy First. It has been delayed because Strategy First is having a hard time with the size of the download (13.5GB). Whenever it is finally released, they are supposed to be offering a 25% discount for the delay. Share Share this post on Twitter

11-17-2010, 07:40 AM	#30
Phod Strategy Guide Author Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 300	Where do you see that info, Legolas? Share Share this post on Twitter __________________ Currently Playing: I Have No Mouth and I Must Scream Currently Working On: Being Mr. Mom Recently Finished: The Walking Dead, Yesterday, Psychonauts, Fallout: New Vegas

11-17-2010, 07:55 AM	#31
Lupin The Third Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Posts: 174	How does no one have this yet? Are we sure it even released? 12 Days after it's release date and not one review...even on a blog? Share Share this post on Twitter

11-17-2010, 07:56 AM	#32
mgeorge Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Posts: 197	The game seems interesting however I can't find out anything about the gameplay itself. I've never played an FMV before, so I have no idea what to expect. Is it point and click like a regular AG? I just went to their website and tried youtubing it to see if I could find some actual gameplay footage, but I don't believe there's anything on the web at this time which seems weird to me for a game that's already out. There's the usual trailers, and TBH, the video quality doesn't look very good, but all they show is cinematics as far as I can tell. So I am intrigued, but not going to dish out cash on a game until I can find out more about it. So I to would be very interested if anyone plays it to let us know what it's like. Share Share this post on Twitter

11-17-2010, 08:39 AM	#35
mgeorge Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Posts: 197	Hey folks. I found a whole page dedicated to the game here. http://www.youtube.com/parallaxstudi...24/QChtbVxvz_g There is a Darkstar demo trailer a little over halfway down on the bar on the right that shows real gameplay footage. It's a bit over 8 min. long. I'm tempted to just buy it now and hope for the best, because it does look like something quite different in the AG genre. Share Share this post on Twitter

11-17-2010, 09:39 AM	#36
zane Schattenjäger Join Date: Nov 2010 Posts: 572	yeah, i think im going to have to take a leap of faith with this one. Its like a piece of adventure game history, even if it doesnt turn out to be very good. Share Share this post on Twitter

11-17-2010, 12:51 PM	#37
zane Schattenjäger Join Date: Nov 2010 Posts: 572	hmmm very interesting. I'd like to know if Jeff knows about Tex Murphy or GK2. He claims theres nothing like this without talking about the best FMV games around. Share Share this post on Twitter

11-17-2010, 01:07 PM	#38
Phod Strategy Guide Author Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 300	I'm pretty close to just pulling the trigger on the disc version. But are there any reviews around anywhere? Someone has to have played this, right? heh Share Share this post on Twitter __________________ Currently Playing: I Have No Mouth and I Must Scream Currently Working On: Being Mr. Mom Recently Finished: The Walking Dead, Yesterday, Psychonauts, Fallout: New Vegas

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11-17-2010, 08:46 PM	#40
zane Schattenjäger Join Date: Nov 2010 Posts: 572	im getting pretty excited.... Probably getting my hopes up too high, but still cant wait to read that review. edit: Oh, and looks like that reviewer will be diehardgamefan.com Share Share this post on Twitter Last edited by zane; 11-17-2010 at 09:04 PM.