MAG - is anyone playing this?

[Rob V]

I searched under "MAG" but found no results...

Anyways, is anybody actually playing this? It looks cool enough but I'm not sure I want to pull the trigger on an online only game that doesn't have the full backing of a large community.

If you have it, what do you think?

[Chew]

I think the forum still has a "four character minimum" requirement for searching.

Which is why you may of missed this: MAG PS3 Beta

[TLwizard]

I have it, but have only been able to play a little bit because of work.

What I've played, I've thoroughly enjoyed. There are a ton of people online playing. My experience with this has been a lot better than my experience with the beta. My only grief is my same grief with Warhawk, that it seems some people have advanced to a high level, but are using the low-level servers to farm experience. But, it's pushing me to become a better player, create better tactics, and they're gonna end up biting it when they have to play on the higher-level servers since their only skill is being a higher-rank with better sniping stats.

[TLwizard]

PS I'm all for a new thread separate from the beta thread.

Might want to add Massive Action Game to the thread title.

[Carl]

I have it and I like it. It reminds me more of the original Battlefield series on PC, and even Delta Force: Land Warrior.

Not as run and gun as Modern Warfare 2, but when u get with a squad who has mics, and works as a squad, the experience is a blast!

It Probably won't appeal to everyone, but if your looking for something a little bit different its worth a look.

As with a game like this, the longevity will be determined by the people who play it. Theres some current imbalances with the factions. Out of the three factions, it seems most people are going to the SVER faction. There are bonuses in place to get people to join one of the other two, but time will tell.

I dig the massive battles, it really makes me feel like I am part of a huge conflict...

[Anubis2005X]

As someone who bought Unreal Tournament 3, I don't buy online only games anymore. Fool me once...

[SmackDaddy]

I'm really on the fence with this. Unless they release some new maps for MW2 soon I may give MAG a whirl.

I like the idea of big battles (played UT2004 until I couldn't find anymore decent games). Ground War on MW2 almost always ends up being TDM (my least favorite gametype) so I rarely play it (I prefer objective based games).

What makes it iffy for me (and it's been pointed out in most all the reviews) is the likely lack of communication. While it's more of an inherit problem with the PS3 in general due to lack of a pack in headset, I think it might really cripple the gameplay in MAG's case. But, I have a $20 gift card to Best Buy that would put it in the "take a chance" price range.

[musick]

Originally Posted by TLwizard

PS I'm all for a new thread separate from the beta thread.

Might want to add Massive Action Game to the thread title.

but, but there is an "official" thread

Official - 256 Player M.A.G. (PS3)

[SomethingMore]

a co-worker of mine is raving about this game. I'll probably try to rent it locally. I appreciate that the developers didn't try to add a monthly fee.
He says there's currently only four maps. I assume that extra maps will cost money.

[TLwizard]

Originally Posted by musick

but, but there is an "official" thread

Official - 256 Player M.A.G. (PS3)

And what do you know! I even posted in that thread!

[JChaos]

I picked this up on release day and I'm loving it so far. It's hit or miss whether you will end up with a group the communicates well or not, but when you are in a group that talks and has a good leader that gives orders well and lets you know what objectives to focus on, it is really outstanding.

Anyone looking to level up quickly should focus on the Medic skills first, you can get a ton of XP just reviving people. Remember that after you unlock the Medic Kit you have to go equip it, you can't revivie anyone with the default First Aid Kit.

[Rob V]

I picked this up on release day and I'm loving it so far. It's hit or miss whether you will end up with a group the communicates well or not, but when you are in a group that talks and has a good leader that gives orders well and lets you know what objectives to focus on, it is really outstanding.

How long does an average match last? MW2 generally runs between 10 and 15 minutes... same for MAG?

[TLwizard]

Originally Posted by Rob V

How long does an average match last? MW2 generally runs between 10 and 15 minutes... same for MAG?

Yes.

When you start MAG, there is a tiered structure. You don't start out playing with 256 people. First round you play against 64. And then once you reach level 8, you play against 128. I'm not sure what level you reach to play the full-blown game.

But so far, all the 64 player matches (basically team deathmatch and capture the base) are all 10-15 minutes if not sometimes more.

[JChaos]

Originally Posted by Rob V

How long does an average match last? MW2 generally runs between 10 and 15 minutes... same for MAG?

You can decide what game type to join when you are looking for a game. The different game types and maps will have different lengths. Some of the smaller and simpler ones, (Capture sites A and B to unlock C, Capture C) can be under 10 minutes if you have an efficient team. Some of the larger Domination maps can be 30 minutes.

[SomethingMore]

So, MAG is actually pretty fun! I rented it yesterday, but I think I'll purchase it when the price is to my liking.

[davidh777]

Originally Posted by Chew

I think the forum still has a "four character minimum" requirement for searching.

Which is why you may of missed this: MAG PS3 Beta

I just saw the trailer on TV and figured I'd never be able to find the thread by searching

[buckee1]

Originally Posted by Anubis2005X

As someone who bought Unreal Tournament 3, I don't buy online only games anymore. Fool me once...

Same here. Once bitten, twice shy.

[SomethingMore]

^ Can you explain? I've never played any of the Unreal games.

I'm loving MAG right now. I have to return it today since I only rented it, but I'll probably buy a copy when I find it for cheap.

[TLwizard]

I think their concern is that since MAG is online only, if no one else is online, you can't play your game. After a couple of years, if they turn off the servers, there is no game anymore.

However, my argument would be that, most games are over $50 and under 10 hours. Even if they turn off the servers in two years and you've mananged to wrange 50 hours of fun out of the game, then who cares! Except that you won't be able to play a game you enjoy anymore, but you've certainly been able to enjoy it more than many other games hours-wise.

Warhawk is online only. And even though the numbers for that have dwindled since the beginning, I've gotten a lot more hours out of that game than many other games of mine.

[SmackDaddy]

So far, the main thing holding me back is not knowing how well this game is selling. Weak sales=small group of players=short lifespan. Another is no pack-in headset. Strange choice seeing as this is TEAM oriented and ONLINE ONLY...kind of tough to coordinate teamwork if you can't talk to each other.

I think a big problem for UT3 was it just wasn't very good. Bring back UT2004!!!

[maingon]

Just picked it up, played just one round, but I really like it. I love the controls. Graphics are better then what I was expecting. Games alot of fun. I hope they support the game with new levels etc

[kms_md]

i played for a couple of hours over the weekend - other than getting used to the r1 to fire/r2 to cycle ps3 controls (would be nice to have an option to switch these), i had fun. however, beware joining random games populated by clan members. you may get booted (there is a kick system - 5 votes and you are gone) in favor of one of their clan members. i plan to keep playing for a while and grind to level 15 - 20 to see if i want to continue this long term.

[kms_md]

so i am now almost up to level 12 and have ventured out into the sabotage maps. this game is quite addictive. when you play on a squad or platoon with an organized leader, you can easily overrun less organized groups. i like the perk/upgrade system as well - it really is like crack. i recommend upgrading to the medical kit as quickly as you can so that you can revive downed teammates. the XP for reviving someone on your side is 10 XP compared to 5 XP for killing a member of the opposition.

if anyone here is in valor, hit me up for an invite. my psn name is the same as my forum name - kms_md.

[SmackDaddy]

So what percentage of players, in your experience so far, wear and actualy properly use their headsets?

[chess]

Originally Posted by SmackDaddy

So far, the main thing holding me back is not knowing how well this game is selling. Weak sales=small group of players=short lifespan.

I don't think Warhawk sold gangbusters, and you can ALWAYS find a game, even now. This fanbase will obviously be smaller than CoD or Halo, but they'll be committed.

Originally Posted by TLwizard

Warhawk is online only. And even though the numbers for that have dwindled since the beginning, I've gotten a lot more hours out of that game than many other games of mine.

The only "dwindling number" is YOU mister...and I'm not feeling that past-tense nonsense!!!

Missing you on Tuesdays brother.