Batman - Arkham Asylum
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Re: Batman - Arkham Asylum
Originally Posted by Yavin
PS3 details:
* Free DLC on August 25th – 8 challenge maps in which you play as the Joker that will never, ever be available for any other version of the game due to an exclusivity deal with Sony.
* Free DLC on August 25th – 8 challenge maps in which you play as the Joker that will never, ever be available for any other version of the game due to an exclusivity deal with Sony.
Last edited by Decker; 08-16-09 at 10:27 AM.
#382
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Re: Batman - Arkham Asylum
How many times have we heard that it something will never, ever be available on a different console and then it shows up later.
It may not be the case with this one but I wouldn't bank on it, especially since it is comic book related.
360 all the way strictly for the controller. I felt my hands cramping a little with the control scheme on the demo with the 360. I can't imagine playing it on the uncomfortable dualshock.
I played the demo for the first time last night and was utterly impressed. I couldn't believe how enjoyable it was. I will definitely wait to hear some reviews and probably a price decrease, but it was a very good demo...both graphics and playability. With The Beatles coming and my back catalog of games, I just can't justify getting it on release date.
It may not be the case with this one but I wouldn't bank on it, especially since it is comic book related.
360 all the way strictly for the controller. I felt my hands cramping a little with the control scheme on the demo with the 360. I can't imagine playing it on the uncomfortable dualshock.
I played the demo for the first time last night and was utterly impressed. I couldn't believe how enjoyable it was. I will definitely wait to hear some reviews and probably a price decrease, but it was a very good demo...both graphics and playability. With The Beatles coming and my back catalog of games, I just can't justify getting it on release date.
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Re: Batman - Arkham Asylum
Look up twelve posts above yours:
Besides, even if that weren't the case, I can't understand the logic of waiting a year to spend $10 to play content that's available for free at launch on the PS3 version. Like many of you, all things being equal, I'll always choose the 360 version over the PS3, but that clearly isn't the case here.
Besides, even if that weren't the case, I can't understand the logic of waiting a year to spend $10 to play content that's available for free at launch on the PS3 version. Like many of you, all things being equal, I'll always choose the 360 version over the PS3, but that clearly isn't the case here.
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Re: Batman - Arkham Asylum
How many times have we heard that it something will never, ever be available on a different console and then it shows up later.
It may not be the case with this one but I wouldn't bank on it, especially since it is comic book related.
360 all the way strictly for the controller. I felt my hands cramping a little with the control scheme on the demo with the 360. I can't imagine playing it on the uncomfortable dualshock.
I played the demo for the first time last night and was utterly impressed. I couldn't believe how enjoyable it was. I will definitely wait to hear some reviews and probably a price decrease, but it was a very good demo...both graphics and playability. With The Beatles coming and my back catalog of games, I just can't justify getting it on release date.
It may not be the case with this one but I wouldn't bank on it, especially since it is comic book related.
360 all the way strictly for the controller. I felt my hands cramping a little with the control scheme on the demo with the 360. I can't imagine playing it on the uncomfortable dualshock.
I played the demo for the first time last night and was utterly impressed. I couldn't believe how enjoyable it was. I will definitely wait to hear some reviews and probably a price decrease, but it was a very good demo...both graphics and playability. With The Beatles coming and my back catalog of games, I just can't justify getting it on release date.
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Re: Batman - Arkham Asylum
I think it's certainly possible, but there are a lot of titles that really do never show up on other consoles
#387
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Re: Batman - Arkham Asylum
There has been some reports of a bit of a graphical difference in the two. Some say that the ps3 is sharper, but with jaggies, while the 360 is smoother. Also, like most PS3 games, it is darker, but that should be something you can fix with your TV. More alarming is people say that there is more screen tearing on the PS3, and a few more hiccups. This may be wishful thinking on 360 owners parts, and you really will not know until you get reviews that dig into it more. I am getting this game, but I still firmly believe that they have put a hold on all reviews below a 9, like rumors say, so we will not get into the negatives until the game comes out.
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Re: Batman - Arkham Asylum
yeah, but I think this is like Grand Theft Auto 4, in that they paid to have it exclusively. You never know...The only thing keeping me from pulling my hair out on this, is every review that mentions the Joker missions say it is forgettable. So if you play it once, and never play it again, was it worth it? Maybe....but at least it calms me down a bit.
#390
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Re: Batman - Arkham Asylum
I am not an achievement whore but I would much rather get achievements than trophies. I absolutely pay no attention whatsoever to trophies at all. At least achievements add to your gamerscore and they feel a little more tangible and worth something...kinda.
The controller is the biggest decider for me. It would have to be some kinda fantastic extra for me to pick a multi-console game and choose the PS3 or Wii release over the 360 version.
Like Tiger Woods 2010. I got it for the Wii but only for the controller. Even though the Wii got the disc golf extra content and PS3 and 360 didn't, I would have gotten the 360 version if it hadn't had been for the control difference.
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Re: Batman - Arkham Asylum
From Game Informer review:
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When All Games Aren't Created Equal
"The Playstation 3 version comes with an added bonus, a free download featuring the Joker as a playable character in new challenge maps. Playing as this clown prince is a blast and reason to veer towards the PS3 version."
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Re: Batman - Arkham Asylum
I preordered the Xbox version for different reasons, in not specific order: achievements, controller, and in my projector the Xbox demo looked better than the PS3 version.
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Re: Batman - Arkham Asylum
Man, got the new issue of GI in an both reviews gave it a 9.5 and called it this year's Bioshock!
It appears that the Batman game curse might be lifted now. I might have to pick this one up on release day after all.
It appears that the Batman game curse might be lifted now. I might have to pick this one up on release day after all.
#397
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Re: Batman - Arkham Asylum
LOVED the demo. I like the stealth/fighting comob--the whole thing seems to capture the essence of Batman extremely well. Amazon here I come...
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Not sure why people hate the PS controller so much. I used to find it uncomfortable until I realized that it's supposed to be held by your fingers, not palms.
I do like that the 360 controller has the analog stick in the more comfortable position though, but I've gotten used to it where's it not an issue anymore.
I do like that the 360 controller has the analog stick in the more comfortable position though, but I've gotten used to it where's it not an issue anymore.
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Re: Batman - Arkham Asylum
i went with the 360 version as well - i am more comfortable with the xbox controller and i think (for whatever reason this may be) that achievements are more tangible than trophies. besides, the ps3 is hooked up to our large entertainment tv, where i have to compete with all my sons for game playing, while i also have a second 360 set up in my home office for my own game playing.



