Dead Rising for 360?

[RockStrongo]

Anyone excited about this game?? I think it looks awesome....Dawn of th Dead concept....cant wait.

[tbird2340]

Yea, I think it looks major fun! The trailer is sweet!

[DJ_Longfellow]

Yep, the game looks fun...people are saying it's rather short, but he decent replayability. I think there is an internal clock in the game where you have to wait for a chopper to rescue you.

I hope the game is fun....seems like a great concept (although, some are worried it might turn into State of Emerency )

[BravesMG]

The trailer has made Dead Rising the most anticipated game of the year for me, between the graphics and playability (at least it appears to be very easy to control), I'm hoping it will be great.

[gcbrowni]

I just saw this on X-Play. I hadn't really been interested in a 360, but now I think I'll get one to play this game.

[sracer]

Anyone excited about this game?? I think it looks awesome....Dawn of th Dead concept....cant wait.
Yes, I WAS excited. Until it got bumped, bumped again, then bumped once more. The latest bump was out to Sept 06, but it looks like that latest is Dec 06. :(

By then, I'll be eagerly awaiting the release of the Wii.

[BravesMG]

Wow... December? That's terrible. Talk about killing the anticipation, releasing the trailer nearly 10 months ahead of the game isn't really helpful.

[tbird2340]

Is that for sure?? Decemeber!?!?!? Man, that blows.

[DJ_Longfellow]

I never heard a correct release date for this.....hopefully they are fixing all the issues. Maybe adding some kind of LIVE play ;) that would be sweet.

[RockStrongo]

(although, some are worried it might turn into State of Emerency )

Oh God...hopefully not, I was so excited about that game, bought it and stopped playing it after a few minutes....Hated it.

[matome]

Damn I was looking forward to this in a few weeks too :(

[RockStrongo]

Damn I was looking forward to this in a few weeks too :(

Gamespot says Aug 22nd....is that not correct? Does anyone know a more updated release date?

[ChrisHicks]

I was planning on not buying any more games until I bought this one(trying to budget myself). I really hope that Dec. date is wrong. :(

[wlj]

just watched the E3 trailer -- the game looks like ALOT of fun. i will put this on my "to get" list.


wlj

[sracer]

I was planning on not buying any more games until I bought this one(trying to budget myself). I really hope that Dec. date is wrong. :(
Same here. I saw the date slip from May -> June -> Aug -> Sept -> Dec. :( I'm hoping that it is wrong, and it might be...

[UncleGramps]

Same here. I saw the date slip from May -> June -> Aug -> Sept -> Dec. :( I'm hoping that it is wrong, and it might be...
Capcom's site says August. IGN says Aug. 22nd. Gamestop (admittedly not too reliable) says Aug. 6th. Where did you hear December, or even September?

[The Bus]

Who said December???

[sracer]

Capcom's site says August. IGN says Aug. 22nd. Gamestop (admittedly not too reliable) says Aug. 6th. Where did you hear December, or even September?
The XBL forums had a few links that mentioned Sept and Dec. At this point I'd be delighted if it were only delayed until August.

[RockStrongo]

Capcom's site says August. IGN says Aug. 22nd. Gamestop (admittedly not too reliable) says Aug. 6th. Where did you hear December, or even September?

Gamespot says Aug 8th....Just yesterday or the day before, it said Aug 22nd. Not sure why the change.

[Michael Ballack]

It looks like one of the malls is either the forum shops or the venetian shops in Vegas, or at least modeled after them. I can't wait myself.

[DJ_Longfellow]

It looks like one of the malls is either the forum shops or the venetian shops in Vegas, or at least modeled after them. I can't wait myself.

The game is just ONE mall....I hope it's a REALLY BIG mall. Seems like a lot of fun though...yeah!

[RockStrongo]

It looks like one of the malls is either the forum shops or the venetian shops in Vegas, or at least modeled after them. I can't wait myself.

Do those stores have an A&F? I wont play the game unless it does.


;)

[Cusm]

Any chance of this having multi-player?

Here is the gamespot link.
http://www.gamespot.com/xbox360/action/deadrising/index.html?q=dead%20rising

[Obey The D]

Do those stores have an A&F? I wont play the game unless it does.


;)

A bunch of mindless zombies roaming around in A&F? Wow...this game is shaping up to be quite realistic. :)

[RockStrongo]

A bunch of mindless zombies roaming around in A&F? Wow...this game is shaping up to be quite realistic. :)

Hahaha....yeah, hopefully they will have the clueless, mall teen zombies just like the ones that exist at every mall.

[Michael Ballack]

Do those stores have an A&F? I wont play the game unless it does.


;)

I'd love to throw some zombie's through the a & f window myself. :)

[achau9598]

Any chance of this having multi-player?

Here is the gamespot link.
http://www.gamespot.com/xbox360/action/deadrising/index.html?q=dead%20rising

Looks like the cover has the "Live" logo on it, so perhaps it will indeed be multi-player :thumbsup:

[DRG]

This kind of looks like Grand Theft Auto playwise. If this turns out to be awesome it could push me over to buying a 360 earlier than I expected.

[kgrogers1979]

How many zombies can Dead Rising render on screen at once? These screenshots are crawling with hundreds of zombies.

http://media.teamxbox.com/games/ss/1169/1116956387.jpg

http://media.teamxbox.com/games/ss/1169/1140219573.jpg

http://media.teamxbox.com/games/ss/1169/1140221014.jpg

http://media.teamxbox.com/games/ss/1169/1127434477.jpg

http://media.teamxbox.com/games/ss/1169/1140218909.jpg

[Green Smurf]

I am so looking forward to this game! Probably the only one I really want all year, now that Frame City was cancelled.

[Cusm]

Looks like the cover has the "Live" logo on it, so perhaps it will indeed be multi-player :thumbsup:


I think all 360 games have Live on the cover as all games are "Live Aware" or whatever they call that. Oblivion has Live on the cover and it is only Live Aware and content download.

[RockStrongo]

I think all 360 games have Live on the cover as all games are "Live Aware" or whatever they call that. Oblivion has Live on the cover and it is only Live Aware and content download.

Exactly...XBox touts their downloadable content from marketplace alot....this could be what that label means for this one. Guess we will see.

BTW - those screenshots above rock!

[jaeufraser]

I think all 360 games have Live on the cover as all games are "Live Aware" or whatever they call that. Oblivion has Live on the cover and it is only Live Aware and content download.

Tomb Raider Legends is the only exception I can think of. It has no Live features whatsoever, and does not have the logo on the box.

[kgrogers1979]

New screenshots here (http://www.onthexbox.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1833)

Dead Rising just keeps getting better and better. The character models looks more detailed than before. Is that a zombie clown in one of the pics? Is that Megaman suit wearable by the character we play as?

[1998Nole]

I can't wait to hack up some Zombies. The video on Marketplace sold me, I hope it will be good.

[Giantrobo]

New screenshots here (http://www.onthexbox.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1833)

Dead Rising just keeps getting better and better. The character models looks more detailed than before. Is that a zombie clown in one of the pics? Is that Megaman suit wearable by the character we play as?


[cute game fans] IT LOOKS TOO REEEEEAAAAALLLL!!!! [/cute game fans] :lol: j/k


Anyway, those shots do look great.

[cartman]

While the latest batch of screenshots are mighty impressive, from the video I watched, it just reminded me of "State of Emergency", which wasn't enjoyable at all. This will have many many more ways to kill things, but it looked to have the same gameplay. Did I simply misinterpret the gameplay video?

[MasterofDVD]

While the latest batch of screenshots are mighty impressive, from the video I watched, it just reminded me of "State of Emergency", which wasn't enjoyable at all. This will have many many more ways to kill things, but it looked to have the same gameplay. Did I simply misinterpret the gameplay video?

SoE was a frantic game with numerous characters on screen at the same time.

Dead Rising is a frantic game with numerous characters on screen at the same time who want to eat you alive.

My buddy and I were talking about Dead Rising at work the other day and I was trying to explain something to him. I did zombie games but they stress the hell out of me. Resident Evil was a game that worked my last nerve and there were maybe 6 zombies in a room at a time in the first few games? As much as I look forward to Dead Rising there is a part of me that already feels overwhelmed by the mass amount of undead that will be coming after me. I think it'll be a kick ass game but I can't see myself playing for very long each time I fire it up. I played SoE for a short period of time but that was just because it sucked.

[Centurion]

I hope the gameplay is there.
Any word whether or not there is a co-op mode? I think that would rock!

[Rob V]

I did zombie games but they stress the hell out of me. Resident Evil was a game that worked my last nerve and there were maybe 6 zombies in a room at a time in the first few games? As much as I look forward to Dead Rising there is a part of me that already feels overwhelmed by the mass amount of undead that will be coming after me. I think it'll be a kick ass game but I can't see myself playing for very long each time I fire it up. I played SoE for a short period of time but that was just because it sucked.

Same here... I don't know if it's a phobia or what. This game looks great and if the reviews are good I'll pick this up, but Im ALREADY stressed out about the sheer number of zombies that would want to take me out. It almost looks insurmountable - so maybe that's why it creeps me out.

[fmian]

My drunk ass laughed so hard when I saw the lightsabers. :D

[Fincher Fan]

Looks damn nice! Will it be available for other systems?

[RockStrongo]

Looks damn nice! Will it be available for other systems?

Ive only heard 360....not for sure though.

[kgrogers1979]

Resident Evil was a game that worked my last nerve and there were maybe 6 zombies in a room at a time in the first few games? As much as I look forward to Dead Rising there is a part of me that already feels overwhelmed by the mass amount of undead that will be coming after me.


To be fair, Resident Evil is meant to be a horror game; Dead Rising is not. Dead Rising is a brightly lit game without the zombies hiding in the corner of a pitch dark room. I think Dead Rising is meant to be more of a comedy what with the clown zombies, beating zombies with a beach volleyball, the toy store with Megaman suit, etc.


My drunk ass laughed so hard when I saw the lightsabers.

Where did you see lightsabers? I don't remember seeing them.

Looks damn nice! Will it be available for other systems?

Capcom has said it is a 360 exclusive, but that doesn't really mean anything. Resident Evil was supposed to be exclusive to the Playstation, but it went to the Dreamcast with Code Veronica. Later, Resident Evil was supposed to become exclusive to the Gamecube. I remember the RE director saying that if RE4 ever came to the PS2, he would cut his own head off. :lol: Needless to say, that didn't happen. I wouldn't trust Capcom whenever they say something is supposed to be exclusive.

[Centurion]

Same here... I don't know if it's a phobia or what. This game looks great and if the reviews are good I'll pick this up, but Im ALREADY stressed out about the sheer number of zombies that would want to take me out. It almost looks insurmountable - so maybe that's why it creeps me out.
I'm lured to this game because the whole 'zombie' theme is so appealing to me. Sure, it's campy and downright corny sometimes, but that's part of the reason I like this theme so much.

As for the massive amounts of zombies that seem to be a never ending onslaught...reviews have indicated that certain weapons are made available that can knock down multiple zombies in one move. I think this game will force you to clear a path to make a getaway. So, if you're the type that likes to kill everything on screen, this game should keep you busy.

[fmian]

Where did you see lightsabers? I don't remember seeing them.


At about 1:12 into the HD trailer.

[Suprmallet]

It looks like fun, but how much replayability will it have?

[Green Smurf]

After you finish the game you get to unlock endless mode which allows you to kill tons of zombies. I'm so excited this game got pushed up to next month!!!

Oh and yes pretty much anything you can think of will be avaliable to kill the zombie. There is a list at IGN, and lightsabers and toy lightsabers are on there.

[RockStrongo]

It looks like fun, but how much replayability will it have?

Seriously, thats all gonna depend on how fun it is to kill the zombies.

Look at GTA3 and its sequels, killing people and using various weapons made the game very replayable for me (damn, that samurai sword in Vice city was awesome...especially after downing a pill). If this is anything like that, I will love it.

[sracer]

After you finish the game you get to unlock endless mode which allows you to kill tons of zombies. I'm so excited this game got pushed up to next month!!!

Oh and yes pretty much anything you can think of will be avaliable to kill the zombie. There is a list at IGN, and lightsabers and toy lightsabers are on there.
I get the feeling that this game is being over-hyped. Initially, I read that it would feature a fully interractive world where anything can be used. They seemed to have backed off that perception and have been pushing "use anything as a weapon".

What's the difference? Well, a fully interractive world would allow me to move crates, boxes, shelving units, etc. to barracade myself in or corral zombies.

I have a feeling that when this game is finally released, it will be a simple "chase view" shooter with a very long list of weapons. There's no online play, no co-op mode. Tossing watermelons at zombies is going to be fun for oh...say... 30 seconds.

DEAD RISING is the next 360 game I'll be purchasing, but I have a feeling that it is going to be a real letdown.

[Deftones]

I think it looks pretty good. It may be only a one time through type of game, but that's what rentals are for. ;)

[kgrogers1979]

I found the achievements for Dead Rising.

50 achievements worth a total of 1000 gamerpoints (http://www.achieve360points.com/game/deadrising/)

1. Zombie Hunter - Defeat at least 1,000 zombies.
2. Zombie Killer - Defeat at least 10,000 zombies.
3. Zombie Genocider - Defeat at least 53,594 zombies. :jawdrop:
4. Self Defense - Defeat at least 1 psychopath.
5. Peace Keeper - Defeat at least 5 psychopaths.
6. Punisher - Defeat at least 10 psychopaths.
7. Legendary Soldier - ????
8. Hella Copter - ????
9. Tour Guide - Escort 8 survivors at once.
10. Frank the Pimp - Simultaneously escort 8 female survivors.
11. Full Set - Collect all portraits in the NOTEBOOK.
12. Humanist - Get at least 10 survivors out of the mall.
13. Life Saver - Get at least 20 survivors out of the mall...
14. Saint - Get at least 50 survivors out of the mall.
15. Strike! - Send at least 10 zombies flying with bowling balls.
16. Costume Party - Place novelty masks on at least 10 zombies. :lol:
17. Raining Zombies - Knock at least 30 zombies aside with a parasol.
18. Gourmet - Eat all types of food available in the mall.
19. Item Smasher - Break at least 100 items.
20. Bullet Point - Fire at least 1,000 bullets.
21. Perfect Gunner - Don't miss with a machine gun.
22. Photojournalist - Score at least 1,500 PP from a single photo.
23. The Artiste - Score at least 3,000 PP from a single photo.
24. Group Photo - Get 50 Target Markers with the camera.
25. Portraiture - Photograph at least 10 survivors.
26. Census Taker - Photograph at least 50 survivors.
27. Psycho Photo - Photograph at least 4 psychopaths.
28. Psycho Collector - Photograph at least 10 psychopaths.
29. PP Collector - Photograph all PP Stickers.
30. Snuff Shot B - ????
31. Snuff Shot J - ????
32. Transmissionary - Answer all calls from Otis.
33. Indoorsman - Spend at least 24 hours indoors.
34. Outdoorsman - Spend at least 24 hours outdoors.
35. Freefall - Drop from a height of at least 16 feet (5 meters).
36. Marathon Runner - Cover a distance of 26.2 miles (42.195 km).
37. Carjacker - Steal the convicts' vehicle.
38. Stunt Driver - Jump a car at least 33 feet (10 meters).
39. Stunt Rider - Jump a motorcycle at least 33 feet (10 meters).
40. Zombie Road - Walk over 33 feet (10 meters) on the backs of zombies
using the Zombie Ride. rotfl
41. Karate Champ - Defeat at least 1,000 zombies barehanded.
42. Sharp Dresser - Change into at least 20 different costumes.
43. Clothes Horse - Change into all costumes available in the mall.
44. Level Max - Reach Lv. 50.
45. Unbreakable - Get the true ending without being knocked out.
46. Overtime Mode - Unveil all CASES and be at the heliport at noon.
47. ∞ Mode - Get the true ending. (Does this mean there are multiple endings?)
48. 3 Day Survivor - Survive for at least 72 hours.
49. 5 Day Survivor - Survive for at least 5 days.
50. 7 Day Survivor - Survive for at least 7 days.

---------------

I calculated that if you were to kill 1 zombie per second, it would take 14.9 hours to kill 53,594 zombies.

Resident Evil 4 had around 1000 zombie/ganados. Dead Rising has 53,000+. Holy shit that is a lot of zombies.

[Centurion]

Thanks for the list.

Looks like there is indeed a lot to do in Dead Rising.
I just hope there is enough so that the game doesn't have that feeling of being repititious.

[The Bus]

This game looks great. We need a cool 360 game to tide us over into fall.

[BravesMG]

I've seen the release date for this all over the map, can anyone confirm that it's still 8/22?

[RockStrongo]

I've seen the release date for this all over the map, can anyone confirm that it's still 8/22?

I think its 8/8....gamespot, IGN and gamestop all have 8/8.

The capcom site just says Aug 2006.

[Obey The D]

I think its 8/8....gamespot, IGN and gamestop all have 8/8.

Didn't realize it was less than a month away. I'll defintely be picking this up unless the reviews are awful.

[RockStrongo]

Didn't realize it was less than a month away. I'll defintely be picking this up unless the reviews are awful.

It probably doesnt matter a whole lot, but Maxim mag gave it 3 out of 5 stars a couple months ago if I remember correctly....dont know how intense they played it.

[kgrogers1979]

Maxim played through the final copy of the game months ago? I seriously doubt that, so I would take their review with a grain of salt. They probably based their review on the E3 demo.

[BravesMG]

I think its 8/8....gamespot, IGN and gamestop all have 8/8.

The capcom site just says Aug 2006.

I hope that's true, the last couple times in EB Games they've said the 22nd, which is where I got that date.

[xmiyux]

(Does this mean there are multiple endings?)


That is something i had read in the early previews. I had read that the game will take 8 hours realtime and that you could hide in a room and sit there for 8 hours and never do anything and get one ending. Then depending on how many people you free, what you do etc. will give you several different endings. This was an early preview though - who knows how true it all is now.

[RockStrongo]

Maxim played through the final copy of the game months ago? I seriously doubt that, so I would take their review with a grain of salt. They probably based their review on the E3 demo.

Yeah, im sure it was the demo....I read about it when I went to Mexico at the end of may....so its been a while.

[Centurion]

No way!
Maxim magazine has articles in it?

[DJLinus]

Oh, man. I'm a big zombie movie fan and just by the looks of this game I would almost pick up a 360. Maybe when the system has a price drop or two sometime in the future.

[JHosk]

Probably old news to most now, but marketplace has the demo available for download. I gave it a quick try and it looks like it will be a fun game. The graphics aren't up to par with some of the other 360 games, but the gameplay is pretty good, and it looks like it gives you a lot of variety when it comes to smashing zombies.

[kgrogers1979]

Probably old news to most now, but marketplace has the demo available for download. I gave it a quick try and it looks like it will be a fun game. The graphics aren't up to par with some of the other 360 games, but the gameplay is pretty good, and it looks like it gives you a lot of variety when it comes to smashing zombies.

The demo has been talked about in the 360 Sticky topic for the last couple days now. :p

[Suprmallet]

I wasn't going to get this game. It looked fun, but not $60 worth of fun. Then WhoGirl showed up at work and saw the promo for it and had to have it, so now I've got it on reserve. *sigh*

Oh well, I'll still get some fun out of it.

[Michael Corvin]

Probably old news to most now, but marketplace has the demo available for download. I gave it a quick try and it looks like it will be a fun game. The graphics aren't up to par with some of the other 360 games, but the gameplay is pretty good, and it looks like it gives you a lot of variety when it comes to smashing zombies.

My concern is how much depth is to the game. The demo seemed pretty shallow. Run around and kill zombies. :shrug: Is that it? Might be good to blow off some steam but it just seems shallow to me.

Don't get me wrong, the demo is fun, but I need some missions or something.

[JM]

My concern is how much depth is to the game. The demo seemed pretty shallow. Run around and kill zombies. :shrug: Is that it? Might be good to blow off some steam but it just seems shallow to me.

Don't get me wrong, the demo is fun, but I need some missions or something.

There are missions. Killing zombies is only ancillary to them. The demo just shows off the free roam, bash zombies aspect of the game. Also, there is a lot more to the demo than it might appear. See http://boards.ign.com/dead_rising/b8413/123937268/p1/?7

[Brent L]

GameBrink - 80%

http://www.gamebrink.com/xbox-360/1697-Dead_Rising-reviews.html

Once the initial joy of destruction has subsided youll want to get into the actual core of the game which takes place over 72 hours within a mall. Each hour is about 5 minutes real time and each quest known as a case requires that you be somewhere in the mall at exactly the right in-game time. While this doesnt sound to limiting it does get quite annoying when all you want to do is search around for a new object to throw or swing at the sea of undead surrounding you.

Pros

Huge environment with tons of items
Combat is a blast
Storytelling and voice acting are great


Cons

Save sytem
RPG leveling system
Case mission system


1UP - 84%

http://www.1up.com/do/reviewPage?cId=3152674

The end result is a relentlessly inventive game worth the price of entry. With more than enough first-person shooters, racing games, and other cookie-cutter filler swamping the 360, it's encouraging to see such an original title land on the system. The experience is flawed -- some might say hampered -- by the save system and curiously designed game structure. But whether you 'get it' or not, Dead Rising nevertheless provides a wealth of secrets and mysteries for both eager gamers and the adventuresome. With each repeated play through a stage, Frank becomes stronger, better able to uncover the mysteries behind this allegorical horror adventure (we'll let you discover what really makes zombies zombies), and the experience becomes richer for it. While there's plenty of room for polish and finesse in future iterations, no hardcore gamer should miss the wholly unique experience provided in Dead Rising's debut.


Team Xbox - 87%

http://reviews.teamxbox.com/xbox-360/1203/Dead-Rising/p1/

Dead Rising may not be a game for everyone, but it for those that have enjoyed past Capcom games and zombie games of the past will definitely want to check this out as it’s completely dissimilar from anything you’ve seen before. The astounding level of variety that is packed into the game is wonderful to see. While side missions can be tedious at times, there’s nothing that’s truly forcing you to complete them so feel free to steer clear if you like. The story is engaging and semi-comical at times, it definitely heads in a different direction than you’re expecting at the beginning. In short, this is the game that you should own in the interim between now and the holiday season’s onslaught of gaming bliss.


I can't wait to run around the mall like Mega Man!

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v638/thekmillion/928326_20060710_screen027.jpg

http://img309.imageshack.us/img309/9559/92832620060710screen027mp6.jpg

[Shimmer35]

This game looks pretty good. Kinda reminds me of Gun: really good game with open gameplay but really short. But it seems like this might have a little more replay value than Gun. I'll probably pick it up even though I don't want to pay $60 but a game like this needs to be supported (just like Gun) to encourage developers to keeping on producing games like this instead of another Need For Speed, Madden, or Medal of Honor sequel (don't get me wrong, these are good games but it gets a little old playing the same franchise sequels over and over).

[RockStrongo]

Does gamestop still do the 2 for 1 tradein for 360 games?

I might do that tomorrow for this one.

[DJ_Longfellow]

Hmmm, I may be interested in a 2 for 1....I have NHL and NBA for the 360 to get rid of.

On Topic....the demo was fun to me, but after reading more about everything you can do with this game, sounds like a MUST buy for me now. I guess after my 3rd season of NCAA, I'm ready for something new.

[RockStrongo]

Hmmm, I may be interested in a 2 for 1....I have NHL and NBA for the 360 to get rid of.

Gamestop did this for a while, not sure if it still is happening. Has anyone done it recently?

[Michael Corvin]

Does gamestop still do the 2 for 1 tradein for 360 games?

I might do that tomorrow for this one.

That's what I was wondering. Anyone offering this at all?

[DJ_Longfellow]

That's what I was wondering. Anyone offering this at all?

I know it's NOT on the website. They have a trade NCAA, get $30 towards Madden deal.

I thought I read FYE might have this though....who knows.

[discostu1337]

no trade 2 for 1 at gamestop...

[RVP]

By trading in GRAW and Table Tennis at EB I was able to get about about $60 in credit. They are giving an extra 10% credit if you use your credit towards preorders.

[Brent L]

I finally found the katana, and I can't kill enough with it!

[Zodo]

Do most of you guys think it's worth paying full price for this game? I'm just wondering what sort of replay value it really has.

I read that it's got some unlockable modes, but I typically don't buy a game unless it has a multiplayer aspect.

[Eric D.]

I'll be there as soon as the stores open for my copy. I havde no idea what kind of gams you like, but I would suggest reading through some of the reviews posted earlier to see if it's worth buying for you.

[fujishig]

I'm really tempted by the hype (and I have yet to play the demo, so that may sway me), but I think I'll pass, even at the $50 discount Fry's will have it at (man, $50 is the sale price now).

However, if it had split-screen multiplayer...

[Brent L]

IGN - 8.3

http://xbox360.ign.com/articles/723/723910p1.html

Closing Comments
Though Dead Rising may seem like a simple, mindless game when you first pick it up, it eventually reveals itself as a deeper experience. Tons of extras are packed into Willamette's shops, there are magazine power-ups and special drink mixes to be brewed, lots of clothing combinations, countless pictures to be taken and plenty of NPCs to be saved. The game provides an incentive for every aspect, making each worth pursuing. It's a game that somehow remains cohesive despite having so many seemingly unrelated aspects. The save system means you're going to be playing through the 72 Hour and Overtime modes multiple times, but at least along the way you'll level up, get the best ending, nab more achievements, and get better scores on the Xbox Live leaderboards. With a better save system, more intelligent NPCs, a more forgiving story progression, and tighter controls, Dead Rising could have been even more fun than it already is. Even despite those issues, after several times through it's impossible to deny the appeal inherent in slaughtering Willamette's zombified shoppers. Now if only there was a cooperative mode. We suppose we'll have to wait for the sequel, if Capcom decides to make one. As it stands, Dead Rising is one of the more unique and entertaining titles on the Xbox 360.

[Michael Corvin]

An interesting bit on IGN & Gamespot reviews (http://www.joystiq.com/page/2/)

[RockStrongo]

Anyone yet know if Gamestop or EB world will have this today?

[RichC2]

An interesting bit on IGN & Gamespot reviews (http://www.joystiq.com/page/2/)

Haven't really noticed, considering a 5.0 is considered mediocre and not average on Gamespot, a 7 average isn't exactly a bias.

And overall, there's just been fewer games reviewed lately on both IGN and Gamespot.

But hey, if people want to hunt out conspiracy theories, more power to them.

[RVP]

Anyone yet know if Gamestop or EB world will have this today?

EB told me that thier shipment would be in Wednesday morning or afternoon. Depending on when the truck gets there.

[Rob V]

The clone at Gamestop told me it would be in tomorrow at 1:00pm or so. He also said the only way he'd guarantee me a copy is if I pre-ordered it. Im thinking that the damn game comes out tomorrow and NOW I might not get a copy??? I laughed and told him 'no thanks'. What a dickhead.

[Michael Corvin]

The clone at Gamestop told me it would be in tomorrow at 1:00pm or so. He also said the only way he'd guarantee me a copy is if I pre-ordered it. Im thinking that the damn game comes out tomorrow and NOW I might not get a copy??? I laughed and told him 'no thanks'. What a dickhead.

:lol: What a jackass. Buy it somewhere else.

[RockStrongo]

The clone at Gamestop told me it would be in tomorrow at 1:00pm or so. He also said the only way he'd guarantee me a copy is if I pre-ordered it. Im thinking that the damn game comes out tomorrow and NOW I might not get a copy??? I laughed and told him 'no thanks'. What a dickhead.

I think they have to say that. They had people mad at them before for not having the game in stock on release day due to all the pre-orders taking up their first shipment.

Everytime ive asked them about a game, they say the same thing to me. Pre-order guarantees you a game. Though, pre-ordering didnt work when the 360 came out. ;)

[matome]

Can't wait to get this.

[RockStrongo]

I called GameStop and asked if they got it in...of course, they said, nope, tomorrow and asked if I had pre-ordered it otherwise, they might not get enough.

[thematahara]

Pre-ordering is so rediculous, I've been buying games for over 10 years, and I cant recall one time I have not been able to find a game on release day.

This includes both Halo's and all GTA's. Each time I walked into EB or gamestop and picked up my copy.

[Josh H]

Yep, and they are even easier to find in the big box stores, though you have to wait a day or two longer.

[BravesMG]

Well, I did get a free t-shirt for my preorder at EB. At least it's something, and I was going to buy it anyway.

[Eric D.]

Don't even get me started on all that "pre-order or you won't get it BS". I just lost it on the Xbox forums on a employee who was trying to push that garbage. Anyway looks like the game is streeting tomorrow. I drove all around town today like and asshole and every store said they can't put it out till the 9th even though they had it in the back. Arghhhh! I guess I just don't get videogame street dates. So it is released on one day but you can't buy it until the next??? Have they always been out Wednesday? I thought all media stuff was always released on Tuesday. Movies and CDs are.

[Deftones]

So is this a worthy blind buy? Sounds like mindless fun, that you can play in shorter spurts. I'm considering picking it up, especially since it appears to be a bit deeper in gameplay than the previews made it out to be.

[dvdsteve2000]

I've been playing the demo, and my question is...how do you you heal? In the trailer, he opens orange juice & guzzles it down, but I can only use it as a weapon. Anyone know how to eat/drink??

[Cardiff Giant]

I've been playing the demo, and my question is...how do you you heal? In the trailer, he opens orange juice & guzzles it down, but I can only use it as a weapon. Anyone know how to eat/drink??
select it and you press either B or X (can't remember which button)

[Giantrobo]

Whoa wait..it's not out today? Tue-8/8?

[Eric D.]

Whoa wait..it's not out today? Tue-8/8?
Nope. All the stores I talked to have it as 8/9 in their computers.

[Leechboy]

I hit up all the big box stores today, nothing. I didn't want a lecture on preorders so I didn't bother with EB/GS. I'll be near Best Buy around 11am tomorrow, hopefully they will have it.

[Giantrobo]

Nope. All the stores I talked to have it as 8/9 in their computers.

Ok thanks.

[Wick]

EB here said that they'd have it tomorrow. So, I'll stop there on my way home from surgery. I can't wait to play the full game.

[Eric D.]

Surgery? Hope you are okay!

By the way I *just* found the sub-machine gun in the demo. So much fun. I'm so glad the game finally comes out tomorrow because I don't think I can wait any longer.

[alxreys]

There are now 8 keys available to download for free on Live. These keys will allow you to get into lockers with special costumes: Miami Nights, Casual, Weekender, Round Shades, Burgundy Wine, Grandpa, Pink Paparazzi and Man in Black.

[DJ_Longfellow]

Glad they are adding FREE content online to D/L, that is always nice.

[Michael Corvin]

Glad they are adding FREE content online to D/L, that is always nice.

I call bullshit on that one. The game just came out yesterday. There is no reason content should be available yet. It should be included on the fucking disc. This is that fine line that the marketplace straddles. Do developers intentionally hold content back(that you otherwise would be getting anyway) just to hook you on mini-transactions? What about the 40% of people not on live/have broadband? They have just been screwed out of content on release day.

Granted this one is free and pretty generic content, it still treads shakey ground.

[RockStrongo]

I call bullshit on that one. The game just came out yesterday. There is no reason content should be available yet. It should be included on the fucking disc. This is that fine line that the marketplace straddles. Do developers intentionally hold content back(that you otherwise would be getting anyway) just to hook you on mini-transactions? What about the 40% of people not on live/have broadband? They have just been screwed out of content on release day.

Granted this one is free and pretty generic content, it still treads shakey ground.

Well, I kind of agree with you, but I see the other side too. I dont have xbox live, but I do have a broadband connection. Just didnt want to pay the fee since I dont play online games much. But, they have to coax people somehow. This content and Oblivion content might make me start subscribing.

Basically, they have to build their customer base on live and this is one of the ways to get people connected.

Yes, it does kinda suck, but I understand it.

[DJ_Longfellow]

Well, I guess that is the bonus you get for having broadband connected to your 360. I'm sure most users do. Yes, you do alienate some people, but they have to wet people's appetite somehow. They give you the first one for free....just like a drug dealer ;)

[RockStrongo]

They give you the first one for free....just like a drug dealer ;)

Haha....good analogy.

[xmiyux]

It is also a marketing thing to say they have downloadable content. I know when i look at a new game and see that there is the potential for downloadable content it gives it some bonus points over something that has no possibility of downloadable stuff. If the content is free then i don't see what the grand issue is. It does in fact leave some people out but it also is a huge marketing play to entice the silver members to go into the marketplace and see what all they can download. Chances off that will pay off big when they discover the arcade and start buying games. ;)

[LordofWar]

Well, I kind of agree with you, but I see the other side too. I dont have xbox live, but I do have a broadband connection. Just didnt want to pay the fee since I dont play online games much. But, they have to coax people somehow. This content and Oblivion content might make me start subscribing.

Basically, they have to build their customer base on live and this is one of the ways to get people connected.

Yes, it does kinda suck, but I understand it.

I didnt think you had to subscribe to get download content. You should be able to do it with the free account they give you. You dont have to subscribe to download arcade games so why should you have to subscribe to download content?

[xmiyux]

I didnt think you had to subscribe to get download content. You should be able to do it with the free account they give you. You dont have to subscribe to download arcade games so why should you have to subscribe to download content?

You don't have to subscribe to download - that is what the silver tier is for. However i think if people are in the marketplace much and start playing with the arcade some many will want to upgrade to gold to play some of the arcade games with friends. Uno i have a hunch might have converted some silver accounts to gold. SFII probably did as well.

[RockStrongo]

I didnt think you had to subscribe to get download content. You should be able to do it with the free account they give you. You dont have to subscribe to download arcade games so why should you have to subscribe to download content?

Shit....I didnt know that...I figured to get online you had to pay....I have the connection all setup...ill give it a shot tonite. Thanks!

[Michael Corvin]

It is also a marketing thing to say they have downloadable content. I know when i look at a new game and see that there is the potential for downloadable content it gives it some bonus points over something that has no possibility of downloadable stuff. If the content is free then i don't see what the grand issue is. It does in fact leave some people out but it also is a huge marketing play to entice the silver members to go into the marketplace and see what all they can download. Chances off that will pay off big when they discover the arcade and start buying games. ;)

Not to totally derail the thread but, I also just read that Battle for Middle Earth had downloadable maps for about $10 on release day. Maps that were obviously developed at the time of the game yet you pay extra on release day for them.

That is what I'm referring to, the free Dead Rising content barely scratches the surface, just a small example if you will.

[xmiyux]

Not to totally derail the thread but, I also just read that Battle for Middle Earth had downloadable maps for about $10 on release day. Maps that were obviously developed at the time of the game yet you pay extra on release day for them.

That is obnoxious considering the price of games went up this generation. However as long as people are paying for the stuff they would be idiots to not charge for it. I can also see it like a small expansion pack that the programmers might have been working on simultaneously with the actual release. Whereas in the past it might have been released 2 months after the main game they are dropping it sooner now. Frequently it is also cheaper than a normal expansion pack for a game.

But ultimately, yes, pay maps on the same day as the game sucks and is something hopefully the consumers say no to.

edit: i just realized this is in the Dead Rising thread instead of the general 360 thread. Sorry for the threadjacking - i won't comment on this bit anymore unless it is brought up in the main 360 thread.

[RichC2]

Shit....I didnt know that...I figured to get online you had to pay....I have the connection all setup...ill give it a shot tonite. Thanks!


:jawdrop:The X360 Free Silver-tier has been the best thing about the 360, amazed you've managed to pass it by. And the demos rule. When you sign up for your Silver account, you generally get a free month of Gold as well.

[RockStrongo]

:jawdrop:The X360 Free Silver-tier has been the best thing about the 360, amazed you've managed to pass it by. And the demos rule. When you sign up for your Silver account, you generally get a free month of Gold as well.

The only game ive played in a long time is Oblivion. I got so caught up in that game, that I didnt really pay much attention to anything else. ;)

Im hoping I get engrossed in this game too.

[Mok]

No luck I hit 2 Walmarts, Best Buy, Target, & Costco. None of them had the game. Finally I know I shouldn't have I stopped by EB games (big mistake I know) dick head sales person asked if I pre ordered the game. My answer was nope, he said sorry can't give it to you, I was like you have 20 copies of the game behind you. He said those are all for pre orders, next time you will learn to pre order your games with us. I was like no thank you and walked out. Oh well I guess I will find it somewhere else.

[Jeraden]

I picked it up from Ebgames at lunch today, wow are the sales guys annoying in there, worst than bestbuy.
First he tries to sell me the strategy guide for it. I say no. Then he tries to sell me disc insurance for $3. I say no. Then he goes into this schpeel about pre-ordering Gears of War. I listen to it all and say no. Then he tries to sell me an EB Edge membership. I was waiting for him to start selling lighting fixtures to me.

[Obey The D]

My answer was nope, he said sorry can't give it to you, I was like you have 20 copies of the game behind you. He said those are all for pre orders, next time you will learn to pre order your games with us.

What a douchebag.

At one point, BB, CC, Walmart, etc. would get games days after release, so that was one of the few things EB/GS had going for it. That's not really the case anymore, especially with major releases.

I wonder if these arrogant Gamestop/EB managers and owners realize that unless they start ordering games to cover non pre-order sales they're going to be loosing a ton of business.

[RichC2]

My Best Buy just got it in (1:45 PM), just use their website and check if it's in stock at your local store.

[Obey The D]

My Best Buy just got it in (1:45 PM), just use their website and check if it's in stock at your local store.

Three of the four stores in my area have it in stock as well. I wonder if they have any copies left for those of us who didn't pre-order? ;)

[Michael Corvin]

Three of the four stores in my area have it in stock as well. I wonder if they have any copies left for those of us who didn't pre-order? ;)

:lol: If not, at least the employees won't berate you for not pre-ordering.

[Eric D.]

Well I just tried my SECOND copy of the game and it is defective as well. I keep on getting a notice saying that the game is dirty or damaged every time I press start and then it shoots me back to the dashboard. Has anyone gotten a working copy yet? Every other game I put in my system works fine except for Dead Rising. I'm done exchanging for today. Will try it at a different Best Buy tomorrow. This sucks. :(

[Flay]

rotfl

http://www.ctrlaltdel-online.com//comics/20060807.jpg

http://www.ctrlaltdel-online.com//comics/20060809.jpg

[matome]

:lol:

[Leechboy]

My copy has locked up 2 times so far.


Edit: Make that 3.

[Liver&Onions]

My copy has locked up 2 times so far.


Edit: Make that 3.


How widespread is this? On other forums I mean... I bought my copy at lunch today, so I'll find out the deal tonight.

If it's all over the net, I can see what Capcom has to say about it.

[stingermck]

My copy has worked fine. got my ass kicked and everything

[RockStrongo]

My copy has worked fine. got my ass kicked and everything

Does it start out pretty slow or hook you at all? Im gonna pick it up after work today.

[Leechboy]

Total lockups now, 8.

The first time it locked up during one of the loading screens during the chopper ride.

The second time it locked up right after the title screen.

3rd. Locked up at the title screen.

The rest of the times it hasnt got past the Capcom logo.

I haven't gotten a dirty disc error like everyone else. So I have no idea what is going on.

[RockStrongo]

Hmm....sounds like a possible bad batch of discs for this first run.

[Liver&Onions]

Total lockups now, 8.

The first time it locked up during one of the loading screens during the chopper ride.

The second time it locked up right after the title screen.

3rd. Locked up at the title screen.

The rest of the times it hasnt got past the Capcom logo.

I haven't gotten a dirty disc error like everyone else. So I have no idea what is going on.

Damn, that sucks. I'm assuming it's still your first disc?

[Leechboy]

Damn, that sucks. I'm assuming it's still your first disc?

Yeah, it's still my first. I'll be taking it back first thing in the morning.

[RockStrongo]

Yeah, it's still my first. I'll be taking it back first thing in the morning.

Thatll teach you....you should have pre-ordered AND bought the strategy guide

[Thunderball]

I only had one lock up, and that was when I restared for the 2nd time, during a loading screen. and it didn't "lock up" like it normally should, it just kept loading and loading.

[Leechboy]

I started the game up again and it played through most of the beginning fine. I was all happy once I got into the mall because all of the lockups happened before then. That was until...

http://i111.photobucket.com/albums/n152/wrecked_pig/dead.jpg


all of my previous lockups happened during loading screens. This one happened during the game itself. hmmmm.

[Eric D.]

Turns out my problem was NOT my game as far as I can tell. I decided to do a test and removed the hard drive and the game worked fine. So now my hard drive is shot. I can't even get online anymore. I called Xbox and after much haggling and being put on hold, I'm getting a new HD for free. Reason is, I just payed $90 to get my Xbox fixed by them 2 weeks ago and they missed this problem. The sucky part is I'm going to lose everything on my HD!!!!!! What a mess.

[Eric D.]

Leechboy, I don't want to scare you but that pic is exactly what my old 360 started doing a few days before the red ring of death appeared.

[Brent L]

I just went to pick up my copy of the game. I'll post again here pretty soon after I fool around with it for a few minutes.

[Deftones]

I played the demo today. Thought it might be a fun game to try. It was decent, but very repetitive. That's what I was worried about. Not sure I am going to buy this now.

[maingon]

hasnt locked for me, i love the game so far, very impressive graphics especailly when you start in the helicopter. everything is detailed and animated very well. so far the story is pretty good and alot of fun. The mall is huge btw.

[tidwell]

So far so good. I just want to go on record saying that the save system blows! I finally stopped playing...3 hrs of shit completed GONE. I guess that's what I get for being an idiot. I keep interpreting the save options incorrectly...:(
Poor Japanese tourists...

[Liver&Onions]

So far so good. I just want to go on record saying that the save system blows! I finally stopped playing...3 hrs of shit done GONE. I guess that's what I get for being an idiot. I keep interpreting the save options incorrectly...:(

bummer, but, Ha ha. ;)

[Brent L]

Is there any way to make the tiny text easier to read?

[The Bus]

So a faulty HD can lead to "dirty disc" errors?

I've been getting them here and there and got the drive replaced too... I'm not spending $$ on Dead Rising if it doesn't work.

[Eric D.]

So a faulty HD can lead to "dirty disc" errors?
In my case it did. :shrug: It could also be a problem with the laser in the console itself.

[Leechboy]

He is a little update on my situation.

After the last lockup I played a little Street Fighter and Table Tennis to make sure that the system wasn't messed up. No problems at all. After that I deleted all of the demos and videos off of my HD, someone over at gamefaqs said that helps. I then tried Dead Rising again.

I played for about 45 minutes with no problems at all. I really didn't enjoy it much because I kept worrying about the lockups. After I died I reloaded my save from the beginning of the game. So far so good. After I left the security office the game locked up again.

[stingermck]

This reminds me of the lock ups for Baseball 2k6, and having to clear the cache, etc. Still so far so good for me. Maybe its cause i pre ordered it....

of course now i just fucked up my save. Great game, horrible save system. I just wasted a few hours, after I died, i chose whatever option it gives you, to save and go back to title (since i was done playing, and had already saved in the bathroom earlier) now I'm back at New Game. geez.

[achau9598]

Leechboy, I don't want to scare you but that pic is exactly what my old 360 started doing a few days before the red ring of death appeared.

And it is exactly what happened to mine as well. This is insane. Can't we pull together and get some kind of class action against MS for this crap? There is absolutely NO reason why some of us should be waiting on our 3rd unit because of the same problems over and over again.

[ChrisHicks]

anyone see this?

http://www.360monster.com/newspost.php?id=0000001042

[alxreys]

anyone see this?

http://www.360monster.com/newspost.php?id=0000001042

From Eurogamer:
http://www.eurogamer.net/article.php?article_id=66583

Capcom has said that Dead Rising will make it to Europe next month intact, with no cuts made to the version that came out in the USA yesterday.

"Dead Rising's brilliant violence has been completely preserved for European audiences," a spokesperson told Eurogamer. "No cuts have been made to the PAL version."

[sracer]

So far so good. I just want to go on record saying that the save system blows! I finally stopped playing...3 hrs of shit completed GONE. I guess that's what I get for being an idiot. I keep interpreting the save options incorrectly...:(
Poor Japanese tourists...
The opening video sequences are great! But I have to agree that the save system is terrible. But maybe it is because I stink at gameplay on game consoles. :(

[Gromit]

I picked it up at Best Buy this afternoon. They had 25+ copies that I could see and I didn't have to to endure a pre-order sermon.

I'm not too thrilled with it so far. I kinda wish I had just stuck with the demo. Arrrgh, the cut scenes! I got to the first boss fight and I'm hating the fact that I have to use first person mode. This control scheme BLOWS for first person shooting.

Maybe it will get better. I just wanna kill zombies. No lockups so far.

What's the secret to getting the saves right? I haven't saved other than the very first save opportunity early in the game.

[Suprmallet]

Use the bathrooms to save.

I'm enjoying this quite a bit. The photo system can be a little weird sometimes, but for the most part, this game is a lot of fun.

[MasterofDVD]

The save system in this game is pretty shitty. Getting back to the security room is a pain in the ass.

I ended up losing a great deal of progress because I ventured pretty far out, got stuck in a boss battle and then had to make my way back to save. :(

So far I've had no problem with the game locking up or any other issues.

I'm in the process now of figuring out what to do if your camera in the game runs out of battery power. Not sure where the hell I get batteries and I think running all over the place in the game looking fr a solution would be deadly so I'd rather look online.

[Gromit]

The save system in this game is pretty shitty. Getting back to the security room is a pain in the ass.

I ended up losing a great deal of progress because I ventured pretty far out, got stuck in a boss battle and then had to make my way back to save. :(

So far I've had no problem with the game locking up or any other issues.

I'm in the process now of figuring out what to do if your camera in the game runs out of battery power. Not sure where the hell I get batteries and I think running all over the place in the game looking fr a solution would be deadly so I'd rather look online.

You can get batteries in the camera shop. I think there's one right at the beginning of the 'mall' part (where the demo starts too).

I had the same save problem, I died in the first boss fight (I got bored and pretty much let him kill me, god the boss battle BLOWS). Now I'm back at the beginning and I really don't want to work my way back to the shitty boss battle. The crazy guy with the machine gun can HAVE the fucking food court. I just want to mow down zombies.

[s}{ammer]

in the demo I found batteries in the music store

[Suprmallet]

Again, you can save in bathrooms along the way. Just don't forget.

[Brent L]

I'd just like to say to everyone here, don't just play the demo and think that's enough, and that there's no reason to buy the game. There is a lot more to this game than what you see in the demo, way more. Even the simple act of killing zombie after zombie is far different in the full game, and it's a lot more tense and entertaining.

[Michael Corvin]

Leechboy, I don't want to scare you but that pic is exactly what my old 360 started doing a few days before the red ring of death appeared.

Co-signed.

Mine gave me the red rings about 10 minutes after that screenshot. Then promptly died completely minutes later.

[MasterofDVD]

Finding the batteries was pretty easier. As stated they are just to the right as you exit the warehouse.

The lunatics in the courtyard are busting my balls. I tried taking a propane tank out there to help me but I got mowed down. I think I might try and avoid them until daylight and then the zombies will be less aggressive and that might make things easier on me.

[Leechboy]

Co-signed.

Mine gave me the red rings about 10 minutes after that screenshot. Then promptly died completely minutes later.


I have played my 360 for about 2 hours since that shot was taken. Both disc games and arcade games. No problems at all. I haven't had the courage to fire up Dead Rising again. I don't need anymore stress tonight.

So, I am the only one here that has had any freezing problems so far? The gamefaqs messageboards are full of people with the same problem. Everyone has their own crazy ideas of how to fix the glitch. I will patienty wait until Capcom makes an announcment about the issue(hopefully). Wasn't there a baseball game that came out a few months ago with a similar freezing issue? How long did that take to get resolved?

:johnwoo: Capcom

[Brent L]

Are you talking about the guys in the jeep?

[Eric D.]

Leechboy,
Question. Is that screen you posted before also accompanied by a loud ringing sound every time it freezes up? I only ask because that is what mine did. I'm trying to determine if you are headed towards the red ring of death, or have a different problem that is hopefully fixed with a patch or something. I hope it's the latter.

[Eric D.]

And it is exactly what happened to mine as well. This is insane. Can't we pull together and get some kind of class action against MS for this crap? There is absolutely NO reason why some of us should be waiting on our 3rd unit because of the same problems over and over again.
Tell me where to sign up and I'm there :lol:. I JUST got my replacement system back 2 weeks ago and now have to start all over again with this new problem. It's unbelievable. Did they make you pay to fix/replace your system? I got some BS saying I just missed my warranty by a few weeks so I was forced to give them $98 to fix it. Then they tried to make me pay again today with this new problem feeding me that warranty garbage again. That's when I went off on the guy for not fixing it in the first place and was put on hold for a good 45 minutes. Then all of a sudden his supervisor magically discovers that I have a good 90 days left on my warranty that they forgot to file. :rolleyes: Don't get me wrong I love the system and eveything, but M$ really needs to fix their customer service.

[Gromit]

I'd just like to say to everyone here, don't just play the demo and think that's enough, and that there's no reason to buy the game. There is a lot more to this game than what you see in the demo, way more. Even the simple act of killing zombie after zombie is far different in the full game, and it's a lot more tense and entertaining.

I feel the opposite. I'm thinking of trading this in for credit at EB or Gamestop. I hate doing that. They'll probably give me $30 for it.

[Brent L]

Check out the movie theater. In each theater there are some cool items. In one of them there are a few paintings. I hit a zombie with it, and the paper broke over their head, and it ended up around their body keeping their arms to the side.

[clappj]

I feel the opposite. I'm thinking of trading this in for credit at EB or Gamestop. I hate doing that. They'll probably give me $30 for it.

I'll give your $45 shipped for it. :)

[Brent L]

Ah, the stun gun is in one of the theaters also. :)

[mljones99]

I'll give your $45 shipped for it. :)

I'll give $47 :)

[Joe Molotov]

Check out the movie theater. In each theater there are some cool items. In one of them there are a few paintings. I hit a zombie with it, and the paper broke over their head, and it ended up around their body keeping their arms to the side.

Plus you can get the Megaman helmet and the Mega Buster there. :lol:

I like those little self-references that Capcom stuck in there. One of the restaurants is called Jill's Sandwiches. :D

[Brent L]

I just defeated the crazy evil clown. I didn't have any weapons at all so I started with doing a bunch of jump kicks, and that seemed to work. After walking around the area for a while I found some mannequin arms and legs, so I used those to beat the clown down, and I was actually able to defeat him just using that.

I must say though, the death of that clown is one of the most disturbing things I've ever seen in a video game. Now that was a satisfying death scene!

Even with all of that though, I do believe I totally screwed up. Out of nowhere my cases showed up on the screen, and they all went red saying I failed them, and the game was over. It asked if I wanted to continue, save and continue, or load, and I foolishly (I believe it was foolish, so correct me if I'm wrong) picked to continue. Does this mean that I can't actually beat the game now?

[Sorraffy]

I just defeated the crazy evil clown. I didn't have any weapons at all so I started with doing a bunch of jump kicks, and that seemed to work. After walking around the area for a while I found some mannequin arms and legs, so I used those to beat the clown down, and I was actually able to defeat him just using that.

I must say though, the death of that clown is one of the most disturbing things I've ever seen in a video game. Now that was a satisfying death scene!


no weapons ... dam that must have been pure luck. i was watching my friend (who also got the game today) play that part and that clown just went wako with his dual chainsaws and his fire blowing, not only did he get killed but clown man "Adam" also was able to kill the two Japanese guys in the process

and the three prison guys in the jeep, hard as crap to beat at night (have yet to do it) .. not only are they blasting at you but you have to avoid the stronger night zombies :-/ ... so i agree, try to get them in the daylight when you can see and the zombies are easier to "kill"

[Giantrobo]

anyone see this?

http://www.360monster.com/newspost.php?id=0000001042

That makes no sense. For all the bitching people do here in the US about censorship, how many movies/games have been banned here in recent years? Yet parts of Europe are always banning stuff. So why do they get "uncut" media and we don't?

Silly....

[Brent L]

no weapons ... dam that must have been pure luck. i was watching my friend (who also got the game today) play that part and that clown just went wako with his dual chainsaws and his fire blowing, not only did he get killed but clown man "Adam" also was able to kill the two Japanese guys in the process

Naw, it was actually really, really simple. The key was to have a couple of the drinks from the food court right before the area where he's at, so that you can totally 100% replenish your life while fighting him. I had to do that twice in the fight with him. I don't imagine you'd need to do that if you actually had weapons. You just need to time your shots against him.

When the clown does the spinning chainsaw deal, just back off far away and let him take out any zombies that are close by. I actually loved when he did that! It's also useful to let him toss the balloons at you, then run towards him in order to let the balloon hit him instead, which stuns him. You can really get some good shots in on him at that time.

Just don't over think how to fight him, and just go straight for him. People seem to try to over think things like this.

And once again, his death is just about my favorite death in a video game of all time!

As for the guys in the jeep:

again, don't over think it. Go get the uzi if you want (I found it in the very middle of one of the fountains in the mall. It's a fountain that is sorta elevated, with steps all around it, not one of the ones that is flat on the ground) and run around after the jeep in the trees. The jeep will get stuck when it hits the trees, giving you all the time in the world to do whatever you want to the three guys inside with whatever weapons you have.

[Joe Molotov]

That makes no sense. For all the bitching people do here in the US about censorship, how many movies/games have been banned here in recent years? Yet parts of Europe are always banning stuff. So why do they get "uncut" media and we don't?

Silly....

I think somebody screwed up on that site. Based on all the information I've read, the US version is uncut and that is the same version that the UK is getting. Rumor has it that the Japanese version is cut though. No dismemberment.

[Leechboy]

Leechboy,
Question. Is that screen you posted before also accompanied by a loud ringing sound every time it freezes up? I only ask because that is what mine did. I'm trying to determine if you are headed towards the red ring of death, or have a different problem that is hopefully fixed with a patch or something. I hope it's the latter.


Anytime it locks up it makes a screen exactly like the shot I posted. No sounds or anything. I let it sit for a minute before rebooting.

My problem sounds exactly the same as the ones the people over at gamefaqs are having. I think it's a software problem. I doubt that everyones systems all died on the same day, playing the same game.

[Giantrobo]

I think somebody screwed up on that site. Based on all the information I've read, the US version is uncut and that is the same version that the UK is getting. Rumor has it that the Japanese version is cut though. No dismemberment.


Oh ok, thanks.

[achau9598]

Anytime it locks up it makes a screen exactly like the shot I posted. No sounds or anything. I let it sit for a minute before rebooting.

My problem sounds exactly the same as the ones the people over at gamefaqs are having. I think it's a software problem. I doubt that everyones systems all died on the same day, playing the same game.

It can't be software .. here is my screen

http://i62.photobucket.com/albums/h110/achau9598/P7270003.jpg

This is while I was playing Burnout. It also happened in MLB 2k6. It has to be the system.

[Suprmallet]

So I've gotten to the mission called "Images On The Monitor" or something close to that. The arrow keeps pointing me at the monitors in the security room, but when I go up to them, nothing happens. When I talk to Jessie, nothing happens. Anyone know what I need to do here?

[HotThang]

I have a quick question. Are youa ctually supposed to escort people back to teh security room or are they pretty much just thre to help you? I picked up the first two barricaded in and I have no idea where to take them. They are, however, helpful in getting rid of zombies.

Also, to reiterate, SAVE IN THE BATHROOMS. Check your maps. There is a save spot near most major events. After the first boss, there's one in the gym. There is also one right before him. It does suck that you only have one save slot. However, it doesn't suck that you can restart the game with your current stats. :-)

MY screen did that weird thing about 3 days ago at the 360 Dashboard. UGH!

[DJ_Longfellow]

Wow, nto as much bitching about th SAVE SYSTEM here. Over at CAG, a good amount of people bitch about the SAVE system, is it really that bad?

[MasterofDVD]

As for the guys in the jeep:

again, don't over think it. Go get the uzi if you want (I found it in the very middle of one of the fountains in the mall. It's a fountain that is sorta elevated, with steps all around it, not one of the ones that is flat on the ground) and run around after the jeep in the trees. The jeep will get stuck when it hits the trees, giving you all the time in the world to do whatever you want to the three guys inside with whatever weapons you have.

Is is true about the guys in the jeep respawning after you kill them or is that just BS? Over at GameFAQs everyone keeps saying that even if you kill all the convicts they will show up again the next time you walk into that area. Also I assume the uzi is in the side of the mall opposite of where you start?

[RockStrongo]

I went to gamestop yesterday to get it....they told me that if I didnt pre-order it then they didnt have any. I started to walk out and he said to come back tomorrow. I said "No way, ill get it somewhere else".

I picked it up at target a few minutes later. Im through with Gamestop. Its a freaking game store and they dont have a big game on release day?? BS. Order more.

I guarentee you that they try to save money on shipping by only overnighting the reserved ones.

[Michael Corvin]

I picked it up at target a few minutes later. Im through with Gamestop. Its a freaking game store and they dont have a big game on release day?? BS. Order more.


Exactly. It is bullshit and I don't know why people continue to shop there.

[xmiyux]

I shop there out of necessity. I live in a small town and the local Circuit City hardly gets stock on the new games at all and when they do they arrive sometimes the week following street. My desire for instant gratification also comes into play. :(

[Wick]

I'm going to try to get a copy of this today. Yesterday, I had some surgery done, and my Mom called around for me. No stores had it - well, EB had some, but only enough to fill their pre-orders. So, as of right now, I still don't have it. I'm hoping to find it somewhere today.

[Joe Molotov]

Is is true about the guys in the jeep respawning after you kill them or is that just BS? Over at GameFAQs everyone keeps saying that even if you kill all the convicts they will show up again the next time you walk into that area.

Yep, I'm afraid so.

[Cusm]

I started the game up again and it played through most of the beginning fine. I was all happy once I got into the mall because all of the lockups happened before then. That was until...

http://i111.photobucket.com/albums/n152/wrecked_pig/dead.jpg


all of my previous lockups happened during loading screens. This one happened during the game itself. hmmmm.


That is exactly what mine looked like when mine froze up and when I restarted, red ring of light.

[RichC2]

Mine's been working fine *knock on wood*.

[DRG]

I loving the game, but hating the save system like everyone else. I think they were aiming for the same sort of system they used in the Resident Evil Outbreak series, where the save was merely an "extended pause". But those games were based on short scenarios so it made more sense there.

I think I've finally decided on a game plan. I'm going to concentrate on finishing the Cases on my first go-through, then worry about the extra stuff on future playthroughs. From what I gather, the game is designed to be played multiple times for completion, unless I misunderstood things. I know your levels and skills carry over, but what about items? I'm talking about keys in particular.

I love the way areas are dangerous in different ways. The supermarket is basically filled with unlimited health, but there are so few useful weapons there it's a death trap. Likewise, the home depot type store has a great selection of weaponry, but health items are hard to come by. The maintenance tunnels are a blast since you can drive over zombies in the car or truck with wild abandon. But if you abuse the vehicle too much and it car dies, you are SCREWED. You're pretty much surrounded by 1000s of zombies on every side with NO useful weapons to be found save an occasional shopping cart.

I hate to hear that the psychos in the courtyard respawn. That basically means there's no point to killing them. They are easy to avoid coming from the security room, but going back is a bitch, especially if you're escorting someone.

I wish there was an auto-aim for the guns, a la Grand Theft Auto. While I don't think it works well in that game, the same system would work wonders in this game for picking off zombies. As it stands, the handgun isn't much use for killing zombies unless you are a safe distance away or unless you have some sort of barricade like a counter between you. You get swarmed and all you have is a handgun, sayonara!

I also wish the escortees were more intelligent. They should be more like Ashley from Resident Evil 4, where she will instinctively duck when you aim a weapon near her. Considering the melee weapons aren't very precise to begin with, I hate just having to plow through them to save them from an onslaught.

[DRG]

The more I think about the save system, I suppose I understand what they're thinking. Essentially when you die they are giving you two options: load the last save point and lose all the progress you've made levelling since that save, or save all your levelling progress but start the game from scratch. That said, they should have still allowed multiple saves.

[Dean Kousoulas]

Looks like this game is turning your systems into zombies.

....ok that was bad.

[Mok]

Just got the game can't wait to try it out tonight.

[matome]

Picked this up yesterday and I'm loving it so far. Nothing like bitch-slappin a zombie with a trout from the pond or nailing an annoying survivor with a Tiger Woods worthy golf shot.

[UncleGramps]

I just picked this up yesterday and I'm loving it. My only real gripe so far is that escorting survivors seems really difficult unless you're really close to the security room when you find the survivor. Maybe it's easier once you've leveled up enough, but right now it's too tough to protect the people following you while also making sure you don't get mowed down yourself.

As for the weapons, I'm glad that the demo didn't give away all the good ones. So far I think that the lawnmower is my favorite, but the propane tanks and giant umbrellas are also a lot of fun. I can't wait to hit the hardware store and see what they have there...

The plotline is really pretty good. There's a fair bit of cheesiness in some of the things the characters say and do, but so far the pacing of the plot (in terms of what is revealed and when) is very effective. On my first run through, I'm focusing on the main storyline, and then on future play-throughs I'll be worrying more about helping survivors and taking out psychopaths. I think the psychopaths might be my favorite part of the game. Without giving too much away, the one on the roller coaster and the one in the supermarket are very entertaining, and so is the family of gun nuts. There's also a non-zombie threat that I recently ran into, and I'm curious to see where that part of the story leads. I'm trying to keep it a little vague to avoid spoilers (I'm not reading any of the spoilers in this thread myself), but it's nice that there's more to the game than just zombies.

[MasterofDVD]

I find it tough to get survivors to follow me. I went into one place and just ran around the 2 people while pressing the X button. They ran all around me and all around the store but I couldn't get them to talk to me or follow me. They are dead now and I don't feel the least bit bad about it.

[Deftones]

So, those that played the demo and now have it, is it better? I mean, the demo seemed sort of repetitive. But, everyone here seems to be giving it a glowing review. I'm reconsidering my reconsideration of not getting it now. :lol:

[Brent L]

Like I said earlier:

I'd just like to say to everyone here, don't just play the demo and think that's enough, and that there's no reason to buy the game. There is a lot more to this game than what you see in the demo, way more. Even the simple act of killing zombie after zombie is far different in the full game, and it's a lot more tense and entertaining.

[UncleGramps]

I find it tough to get survivors to follow me. I went into one place and just ran around the 2 people while pressing the X button. They ran all around me and all around the store but I couldn't get them to talk to me or follow me. They are dead now and I don't feel the least bit bad about it.
Not sure if that's just a typo, but it's the Y button that you press to get survivors to follow you. Of course, they tend to get attacked by zombies all too often, and then you have to go save them. I haven't used this feature much, but you can also target an area using the R trigger aiming mode and then hit Y to tell survivors to move towards that area. I'm with you though, I don't care much right now if the survivors get mowed down. In fact, one of the funniest moments I've seen involved a male survivor's death scene in which a female zombie straddled him 69-style and started chowing down on his crotch. rotfl

[matome]

In fact, one of the funniest moments I've seen involved a male survivor's death scene in which a female zombie straddled him 69-style and started chowing down on his crotch. rotfl

That would've netted you some good PP photo points if you caught it. :D

[Rob V]

They are dead now and I don't feel the least bit bad about it.

I don't know why, but that struck me as f'ing hillarious.

Im picking up my game tomorrow from Gamerush. I wish GR would get their games in on launch day instead of 3 days later!

[UncleGramps]

So, those that played the demo and now have it, is it better? I mean, the demo seemed sort of repetitive. But, everyone here seems to be giving it a glowing review. I'm reconsidering my reconsideration of not getting it now. :lol:
I think BrentLumkin makes a good point. In the demo, I didn't get much sense of danger or a real feeling that the odds were against me. But in the full game, the time requirements, number of zombies, and the stress of helping survivors gives it a much better feel and a lot more tension. There's still a good deal of humor, but you've got more of a sense of purpose in the full game.

Still, I'd recommend renting first, especially if you didn't really enjoy the demo. It seems quite possible to beat the initial 72-hour mode within a couple of days. For some people, that single play through might be enough, in which case a purchase might be a waste. But for me, there's enough there to warrant at least a few runs through the entire game. You can't possibly save all the survivors, beat all the psychopaths, find all the weapons, and get all the achievements in a single run through the game. The question is whether the game grabs you enough to want to play through the whole thing multiple times. If so, it's well worth a purchase, but I don't know if you can figure that out just by playing the demo version. Just my two cents.

[UncleGramps]

That would've netted you some good PP photo points if you caught it. :D
Unfortunately it was a non-interactive mini cutscene, otherwise it definitely would've been a great photo-op. :)

[mrmagoo]

I dont have the game yet, but I just seen this article and thought you guys would like to know....

http://news.teamxbox.com/xbox/11527/Capcom-Releases-First-Content-Download-for-Dead-Rising/

[Brent L]

I think the demo is enough to go by when deciding to rent it or buy it. If you like the demo, and want to kill a ton of zombies while following a storyline, and doing different objectives, then buy the game. If you played the demo and thought it sucked, or just thought it was cool but you don't really want to buy it, then I say don't even bother renting it - just play the demo over and over again.

Almost every source for reviews is giving this game a solid 80-90%. I don't believe I've seen anything less so far. That tells you that it's a perfectly fine game, great even, with one or two little problems that are easy enough to overcome so that it doesn't really get in the way of the overall enjoyment of the game. If ever there was a new and original game that you knew what you were getting into when you buy it, this is that game.

[fujishig]

I think somebody screwed up on that site. Based on all the information I've read, the US version is uncut and that is the same version that the UK is getting. Rumor has it that the Japanese version is cut though. No dismemberment.

Maybe it was hyped like that because it was apparently banned in Germany for being too violent/gory?

[alxreys]

I dont have the game yet, but I just seen this article and thought you guys would like to know....

http://news.teamxbox.com/xbox/11527/Capcom-Releases-First-Content-Download-for-Dead-Rising/

Already mentioned on page 5 :)

[MasterofDVD]

I can live with the missions and the survivor crap but the boss battles in this game are gonna drive me over the edge.

The 2nd meeting with Carlito is kicking my ass. I have 3 things of OJ, an uzi and a handgun. I think I may be leaving myself exposed for too long but it never seems like I get much damage done to him before he nails me.

[Michael Corvin]

Man I keep coming back to this thread and I'm wanting this game more and more. I am dead broke though. :(

[UncleGramps]

The 2nd meeting with Carlito is kicking my ass. I have 3 things of OJ, an uzi and a handgun. I think I may be leaving myself exposed for too long but it never seems like I get much damage done to him before he nails me.
This one took me a while, and here's what worked for me. I had 3 OJs, plus a katana and the sub-machine gun. At the start of the fight, I walked up the steps and went left to the sports store. I dropped an OJ and picked up the skateboard. For a while I just skated around to distract Carlito while Brad took shots at him. If you're lucky, you can charge at Carlito while on the board (keep weaving to make sure he misses if he takes a shot at you) and run into him to do a little damage. You can also get off the skateboard if you get close to him and swipe the katana (or another melee weapon) at him for some good damage. He may run away and drop a grenade behind him. If he does that, hang back and take a few shots at him. I found that strategy to work pretty well - get close to him on the board, hop off the board, take a swipe, wait for him to run, take a few shots, then skate away. Keep an eye on Brad's health - if he dies, you fail the case and can't finish future cases - but keep in mind that he's shooting at Carlito too. He can do a lot of damage if you keep Carlito distracted. Good luck, it's much tougher than the first Carlito battle.

[Flay]

:lol:

http://www.penny-arcade.com/images/2006/20060809.jpg

[HotThang]

MasterofDVD: I thought pressing "Y" told the survivors to follow you. Have you been pressing "X"? :-)

Only complaint I have is that one of my followers got stuck in the fountain wher I found the uzi. Ugh! He would not jump out! I also found out later that you can give the survivors food and weapons. :-)

[fmian]

Dang. Have to wait a month for this to come out in Aus. Will have to try out the demo.

[eatntae]

Man I keep coming back to this thread and I'm wanting this game more and more. I am dead broke though. :(
Same here. I'm not looking to buy it though. I'm just waiting for Blockbuster to get it in so I can rent it.

[hail2dking]

I don't know why, but that struck me as f'ing hillarious.

Im picking up my game tomorrow from Gamerush. I wish GR would get their games in on launch day instead of 3 days later!

Chances are they already have it in. If you are calling, they will tell you it comes out on Friday (they say this about every game). That is the rental release date. Tell them you are buying a copy and have them check the shelf if necessary. Oh, and don't bother pre-ordering from GR...if you aren't there the minute it comes in, there is a good chance that they will sell it to the first person that walks in the door.

[TheDude]

Same here. I'm not looking to buy it though. I'm just waiting for Blockbuster to get it in so I can rent it.

My wife picked it up from BB for me today, although I haven't had a chance to play it yet (damn cold :( )

[eatntae]

My wife picked it up from BB for me today, although I haven't had a chance to play it yet (damn cold :( )
My friend that lives 30 min away called his local Blockbuster and they told him they have it, but can't rent it out until tomorrow. So for the hell of it, I called mine, and they said they had 1 (out of 5) left available for rent. I asked if they could hold it and they said no, since people have been calling all day for it. When I got there, the game wasn't on the shelf, so I asked and they had the last copy behind the desk. Too bad I have to wait until tonight to play.

[MasterofDVD]

This one took me a while, and here's what worked for me. I had 3 OJs, plus a katana and the sub-machine gun. At the start of the fight, I walked up the steps and went left to the sports store. I dropped an OJ and picked up the skateboard. For a while I just skated around to distract Carlito while Brad took shots at him. If you're lucky, you can charge at Carlito while on the board (keep weaving to make sure he misses if he takes a shot at you) and run into him to do a little damage. You can also get off the skateboard if you get close to him and swipe the katana (or another melee weapon) at him for some good damage. He may run away and drop a grenade behind him. If he does that, hang back and take a few shots at him. I found that strategy to work pretty well - get close to him on the board, hop off the board, take a swipe, wait for him to run, take a few shots, then skate away. Keep an eye on Brad's health - if he dies, you fail the case and can't finish future cases - but keep in mind that he's shooting at Carlito too. He can do a lot of damage if you keep Carlito distracted. Good luck, it's much tougher than the first Carlito battle.

But is Brad even doing damage to Carlito at all? I wore that SOB down to no health, as far as I could tell on my TV, and then ran out of bullets. I ran around while Brad shot at him. Brad plugs him for a bit and before I know it Brad and the Professor are dead and I'm fucked yet again!

Edited to add:
The last time I fight Carlito was a freaking close call. He was aiming at me as I aimed at him and whoever was shot next was dying. The skateboard method didn't work for me at all so I went into the jewelry store behind him and took shots when I could. The medicine run mission was thankfully a MUCH easier boss battle but it was a really close call getting there, fighting and get back in the alloted time. I had to turn the game off for the night after that!

[Mok]

I heard people who have Standard TVs are complaining that the text is unreadable in the game. You should see the amount of people bitching at the xbox forums, it shows you how many people still don't have HD sets most of them probably kids.

[RichC2]

I heard people who have Standard TVs are complaining that the text is unreadable in the game. You should see the amount of people bitching at the xbox forums, it shows you how many people still don't have HD sets most of them probably kids.

Hell, my 30" HD is so far away I can't read it either, it's just too small, they need a text size option.

[ChrisHicks]

so how exactly do you get a score in this game? I've been playing for a bit but when I check out the leaderboards including my friends list mine shows nothing.

[MasterofDVD]

I heard people who have Standard TVs are complaining that the text is unreadable in the game. You should see the amount of people bitching at the xbox forums, it shows you how many people still don't have HD sets most of them probably kids.

I don't have an HDTV and I'm 28. I guess I'm either very immature, an idiot or a technological moron huh?

The text is freaking awful but I adjusted the Game setting on my Wega and it looks much much better.

[maingon]

so far I love the game but the save system sucks, you get so far then die and bam gotta do it all over again.

[eatntae]

Stupid clown killed me. Where is that maintenance key so I can escort the survivors out?

[Leechboy]

Here is a little update on my situation....

I decided not to play Dead Rising until they made a patch for it. So tonight I decided to play a little DOA 4. The game freezes 4 times. So then I tried Burnout. After 10 minutes that froze. Now I'm getting pissed.

So I turn off my system and then turn it back on. 4 red lights. Now I am really pissed. It happens every time I turn it on. I go around the back of my av rack and check the connections. The AV cable wasn't plugged all the way into the system. I thought something was wrong with that way back in December when I first hooked the system up. I plug the AV unit back into the system, all the way this time. I unplug/replug the power cable and then reboot the whole thing.

The system booted up with no problems at all. I put Dead Rising in to test out the freezing. I played for 2 hours with no freezing problems. After the I played DOA4 for about an hour. No problems there.

Was the loose AV cable my problem all along? I hope it was. What does the 4 red lights mean? I know 3 is the "Ring of Death".

All I care about now is the fact that I can finally play Dead Rising. Knock on wood.

[Giantrobo]

...the save system sucks, you get so far then die and bam gotta do it all over again.

I'm fucked. :(

[kgrogers1979]

I heard people who have Standard TVs are complaining that the text is unreadable in the game. You should see the amount of people bitching at the xbox forums, it shows you how many people still don't have HD sets most of them probably kids.


This forum is a hardcore DVD/movie site. It should be expected that most people on this forum would have a HDTV, but that is definitely not true in real life. There are plenty of people, including adults, that still have a standard TV. I am 27 and do not own a HDTV. I plan to buy one within the next few years, but it is not a priority to me. HDTV won't be commonplace in the household for probably another 3 or 4 years at least. A lot of people don't see any real need for a HDTV, and they won't upgrade until it is absolutely mandatory (ie standard TVs stop being made or HDTVs become dirt cheap). DVD players didn't become commonplace until they became dirt cheap.

[Michael Corvin]

Was the loose AV cable my problem all along? I hope it was. What does the 4 red lights mean? I know 3 is the "Ring of Death".

When I called they said 3 lights is a bad a/v cable/connection. 4 meant repairs. :shrug:

[Vryce]

When I called they said 3 lights is a bad a/v cable/connection. 4 meant repairs. :shrug:

Speaking from first hand experience.

3 blinking red lights = Dead 360. :(

[Michael Corvin]

^ Hence the :shrug: Mine had three, I replaced the cables and then I got 4. I don't think MS has a clue.

[Flay]

http://www.ctrlaltdel-online.com/comics/20060811.jpg

http://www.penny-arcade.com/images/2006/20060811.jpg

[ChrisHicks]

so has anyone mowed down any zombies on the mountain bike yet? rotfl

[Liver&Onions]

I don't have an HDTV and I'm 28. I guess I'm either very immature, an idiot or a technological moron huh?

The text is freaking awful but I adjusted the Game setting on my Wega and it looks much much better.

If you've ever been on the forums on gamefaqs, you'd know why he said this. it was not an attack on you comments.

[Cusm]

When I called they said 3 lights is a bad a/v cable/connection. 4 meant repairs. :shrug:

According to MS own site, 3 is a hardware failure and 4 is a video cable problem, usually not plugged in correctly.


http://support.microsoft.com/kb/907534


http://support.microsoft.com/kb/906652

[sracer]

so far I love the game but the save system sucks, you get so far then die and bam gotta do it all over again.
I found a restroom in the fitness place so at least I can pick up from THERE rather than from the security room. One thing I do appreciate is the regeneration system. There seems to be plenty of food items to restore your health... that's nice.

Is anyone else having a difficult time gauging how far away the zombies are? There are times when I swing and miss, and other times when they seem to be just as far when I missed, they grab me.

[MasterofDVD]

If you've ever been on the forums on gamefaqs, you'd know why he said this. it was not an attack on you comments.

I realize we have very mature members here compared to other forums. Personally an HDTV is on my wishlist but very low on the list right now. I had a flat tube TV long before most people had heard of them but I'm a little slower when shopping for a HDTV.

It's so hard to save people in this game that I've pretty much given up until my next time playing. The bosses and missions are keeping me plenty busy for the time being.

[enrage]

are there any plans for this game to be released on another console or on PC?

[RVP]

Stupid clown killed me. Where is that maintenance key so I can escort the survivors out?

I am having the same problem. Where do you bring survivors? I can't figure out how to get them out, all the maintenance doors are locked.

Also I am I case 1.4 and can't figure out how to get back to the room that Jessie is in. I shows on the map on the second floor, but I can't figure out how to get in.

[RockStrongo]

are there any plans for this game to be released on another console or on PC?

Does capcom ever release on PC??

I havent heard anything about another console either.

[Liver&Onions]

It's so hard to save people in this game that I've pretty much given up until my next time playing. The bosses and missions are keeping me plenty busy for the time being.

I've read that from many people...that the first time through, just chop zombie flesh and level up, take some pics...whatever. Then once you're a little stronger start over.

It's kinda like Groundhog Day for Frank isn't it?

[Ghym]

I am having the same problem. Where do you bring survivors? I can't figure out how to get them out, all the maintenance doors are locked.

Also I am I case 1.4 and can't figure out how to get back to the room that Jessie is in. I shows on the map on the second floor, but I can't figure out how to get in.

You have to take them to the security room. I don't think you can use the maintenance doors until you find a key. You just have to bring the survivors through the mall. You have to go through that door in Paradise Plaza that goes to the warehouse, go through the warehouse, back up to the roof, and through the airduct.

[Liver&Onions]

Does capcom ever release on PC??

I havent heard anything about another console either.

It's got the "Only on Xbox 360" stamp on the case.

Condemned does not. And it came out for PC.

[Ghym]

It's got the "Only on Xbox 360" stamp on the case.

Condemned does not. And it came out for PC.

Condemned was published by Sega, not Capcom.

[enrage]

that sucks for me. I really want to play this game but don't want to purchase a 360 because of it.
Too many threads of where people are having to send their 360's off for repair after only having it for 6 months.
Friend of mine had bought his when it was first released and 8 months later it crapped out.

[Liver&Onions]

Condemned was published by Sega, not Capcom.

Yes, I realize that. I was referring to the Only on Xbox stamp...DR has one, Condemned did not, and was put out on the PC. Which should answer the question of exclusivity somewhat.

[RVP]

You have to take them to the security room. I don't think you can use the maintenance doors until you find a key. You just have to bring the survivors through the mall. You have to go through that door in Paradise Plaza that goes to the warehouse, go through the warehouse, back up to the roof, and through the airduct.

Thanks, I this the same room that I need to meet Jessie in for case 1.4?

DOh! I got killed by the clown again and when the load or save screen came up I told It to save. I didn't realize it would start me back at the begining of the game! This sucks, I hated the first boss battle, and the clown is pissing me off too.