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The Bus 06-26-15 09:33 AM

Re: The Elder Scrolls Online
 

Originally Posted by Gooter (Post 12519572)
Careful Bus, it is a double edged sword. It is proximity based so you will hear tons of babies crying, noobs not realizing chat is on, random asshats, etc.

I meant more like Playstation chat with friends. :)

The Bus 06-26-15 09:35 AM

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And I don't mind proximity chat. I played DC Online for a bit but the constant weird flows of text took me out of the game.

The last MMOs I played with any regularity were UO and YHH Puzzle Pirates.

K&AJones 06-30-15 12:18 PM

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Pretty decent write up from Push Square (PS4) on this. I really wish I had gotten this but with Diablo and now Planetside 2 plus still haven't started Dying Light...not sure when but maybe later....

First Impressions: Our First 50 Hours With The Elder Scrolls Online on PS4

http://www.pushsquare.com/news/2015/..._online_on_ps4

M Polo 06-30-15 12:53 PM

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I'm enjoying the adventure with friends. Good game that just had a rough start.

The Bus 07-01-15 09:55 AM

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Reached Level 10 earlier. So far, so good. It's not going to be as deep as something like Dragon Age, but I'm having fun with it.

Sgtsnake 07-01-15 04:30 PM

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I had not touched it since all the launche issues. Fired it up Sunday again and had a blast. Nice to see it all running smooth

Breakfast with Girls 07-04-15 12:26 PM

Re: The Elder Scrolls Online
 

Originally Posted by K&AJones (Post 12523177)
Pretty decent write up from Push Square (PS4) on this. I really wish I had gotten this but with Diablo and now Planetside 2 plus still haven't started Dying Light...not sure when but maybe later....

First Impressions: Our First 50 Hours With The Elder Scrolls Online on PS4

http://www.pushsquare.com/news/2015/..._online_on_ps4


However, once again, the MMO mechanics of the release will sometimes put a dampener on your escapades, purely because of the whole thing works. Utilising the much flaunted mega server technology, you're almost always going to be adventuring alongside strangers whether you like it or not, and that means exploring supposedly abandoned ruins with about ten other players sprinting around the place, mopping up enemies before you can even unsheathe your blade.
No thanks. And this coming from someone who put over 300 hours into Skyrim.

The Bus 07-08-15 03:21 PM

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Now at Level 20. The game has been really fun and I don't have issues with it for not being immersive in the alone-in-a-dungeon way that the past games have excelled in. The multiplayer makes up for it.

K&AJones 07-12-15 09:06 AM

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FWIW....this is $39.00 at Best Buy this week....

Me and two others started Dying Light but I've always wanted this. Since the three of us can only play together two nights out of the week I'll probably grab this. I'll just have to find some PS4 friends.

The Bus 07-27-15 10:42 AM

Re: The Elder Scrolls Online
 
I'm Level 27 now, and will be playing this for at least the next few months.

lopper 07-27-15 02:32 PM

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Picked this up from the GMG sale for $14 and have been playing for a few days now. It's surprisingly good. I'm only at level 8 but I've been enjoying the hell out of pretty much everything so far.

Kedrix 04-15-16 10:53 AM

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Resurrecting an old thread...I still have $60 in Microsoft Store credit from buying my nephew an Xbox One for Christmas. And well I only have about a month or two left to use it and I was thinking of Super Dungeon Bros and Elder Scrolls Online. I noticed that on the Microsoft Store page, that there is this Premium Edition with the crowns and it sounded like a pretty good deal for $39.99 and it would be free after my store credit. Now, the only thing that worries me at that price, is it just the crowns? That's what is pictured...but if you go to Xbox.com (and it runs $99.99 there), it seems that edition is the game and the crowns like the description says. What do you guys think?

slop101 04-14-17 11:21 AM

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Well, this was $10 on PSN, so I went for it (it should be done downloading all 60gigs by the time I get home).

I've been hearing that the various updates have made it much more palatable for the single-player experience, much more so than when it was first released. That, coupled with the cheap price, made me say "why not". Now, where am I gonna find the time? I already have a nasty back-log of games!

K&AJones 04-14-17 12:01 PM

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I cannot count how many times I've wanted to get this thinking it was getting a bit old, many have moved on and not able to find others to play with doing some of the co-op stuff...plus Morrowind is right around the corner and still trying to understand how the game mechanics work. I've looked at videos and liked what I saw but the factions vs faction vs faction thing, leveling, co-op part and all...just wasn't sure. But it's a steal this week at the price $13.00 in the PS Store. I've seen one or two on my friends list still playing but they're way up there......and we're trying Skyforge and see how it works.

mattysemo247 04-14-17 12:36 PM

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The Gold Edition is also $20 ($16 GCU) this week at Best Buy. Sold out online, but local stores might still have some.

K&AJones 04-14-17 02:39 PM

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I guess there might be some appeal to the game...The gold version is sold out and no pickup in a 250 mile radius. Been nice to try and still might look at the PS Store.

K&AJones 04-19-17 08:06 AM

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Hello

I grabbed the $10 version off the PS Store and frankly liking the game a lot. It's more detailed with far more character building than most games I've played with several parts to build your character with several sub-parts to them...like crafting alone. Doesn't matter where I go, there are a lot of players running around doing their thing.

I'm only Level 7 (almost 8) and had some questions I wanted to post on the main sites forum but when I try to join I get...."No Invitation Found" message......no idea what that is.

So in case some veteran players read this I was hoping they could help me....

I've go a lot of items in my bag and Bank already. I say half seems to be like I just got back from the grocery store with a majority of items for Beverage Recipes. As it stands now I only have two of those; one for Stamina and one for Health. I was going to buy a Cooking one for Magica...no cooking recipes.

Rest is combinations of with a majority of Alchemy, Enchantment, Clothier and a little of Blacksmith and Woodworking I've acquired a few "Green Items" that I don't know if I should hold, sell, breakdown or research. All have less armor and damage than what I'm carrying.

So I don't know just how or what's the best way to manage my bag and Bank as to what to keep and carry. Anytime I get ore, skins, wood I get 10+ and then beak those down. But it's the Food along with the flowers & stones that's starting to take up space. I've sold a few Spells and Enchantments that I didn't have use for but at best I have maybe 15-18 open slots that get filled in a hurry when I go out.

I'm a Breton with Sorcerer class so I'm trying to work on the Alchemy, Enchantment and Clothier mainly which I'm gathering as much of materials for them. But at the same time still pick up some items for the other trades. I'm slowly getting a handle on the crafting part....just don't know if I shoud hold onto the results or sell some?

Kedrix 04-19-17 09:48 AM

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If anybody is still looking for a copy (Gold Edition), I have an extra sealed copy for Xbox One (long story)...I'll let it go for $20 including shipping, same as the sale. Forgot I had it sitting up on my sale shelf...

slop101 04-19-17 10:09 AM

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I don't like how there's all these other players running around doing the same things as you are. It feels like you're in a museum or an amusement park. It really breaks immersion like nothing else. Is there a way to keep from seeing other players around you?

Gooter 04-19-17 05:39 PM

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Yes. Play Skyrim instead. ;)

K&AJones 04-20-17 08:45 AM

Re: The Elder Scrolls Online
 

Originally Posted by slop101 (Post 13056288)
I don't like how there's all these other players running around doing the same things as you are. It feels like you're in a museum or an amusement park. It really breaks immersion like nothing else. Is there a way to keep from seeing other players around you?


To a point I agree but I'm still way new at this and not even Level 10 so in some of these missions if there weren't other players around I'd be dying a lot. With 1-on-1 it's not too bad but when it's 2 or more AI's they put a hurting on me. I'm solo but I see a lot of 2-3 person groups flying around which to them doesn't matter.

Noonan 05-22-17 07:04 AM

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I picked this up over the weekend so I could play through Morrowind. Anyone else going to play the early access on PC? Hoping I can dive in when I get home tonight.

K&AJones 05-22-17 08:46 AM

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Darn it...wish you played on the PS4....I've had this for a little more than a month and having a blast but it's been almost 95% solo. As far as others I've been in just random groups and players who happen to be in the same area doing the same quest with us helping each other out. Same with the Anchors and World Bosses where it's been a "Party of Mayhem".....

By far one heck of a game with so much to do and see. I like the leveling system, the different crafting methods and how they play a part, the three factions with each having three races who can be one of four classes so it's really a good mix of possible combinations and character customization....far more detailed and expandable than "Destiny and even The Division".

I know some who are getting Morrowind but one person I know and who has helped me....he's like a 850CP...said Morrowind has a lot of nerfs that veteran players don't like. He said new ones won't notice it but those who have played a lot of ESO have and will....and they don't like it. I'm holding off simply because I'm still working on my main character...who just hit Level 40...and have two others at 22 and 24. And everyone has said the real fun and action comes after hitting Level 50 with the Champion Points.

Noonan 05-25-17 07:19 AM

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Hit level 20 last night and I think I'm at the end of the Morrowind story. Steam has me around 30 hours already.

The nostalgia is so real. Morrowind was a game that changed my view of gaming forever. I had never played a western, open world RPG and I was sooo lost in that game at its launch. The sights and more importantly, the MUSIC is the expansion is amazing. The theme still gives me chills.

I can't offer any impressions to people who already played ESO prior since this is my first time with the game. Been playing solo other than just randoms running through the same delves or whatnot. Doesn't have the character depth of the single player TES games but that's to be expected.

K&AJones 05-25-17 03:32 PM

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So you got in on the early access on Morrowind with the pre-order? Because the PC players are offering their take on the expansion but the console players have to wait till June 6th. From what little I 've read into it....for newer players it's going to be a good thing but veteran players...not so much. Mainly becaue they see and understand all the nerfs for various classes....I've heard the Nightblade Stam, Templar, Dragon Knight Stam being hit but the Magicaka Sorc is left alone. Almost like they wanted everyone to play the Warden & Sorc Class.

Noonan 05-26-17 07:36 AM

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Yeah, I'm in EA through Steam. Only reason I picked it up was due to the early access. The expansion for FF14 hits on the 16th. I wouldn't have bought it on the 6th with the timing. Being able to start on the 22nd made the difference.

I'll probably continue with the base game story after I finish Morrowind to keep me busy until FF drops. That being said, Black Desert just came out as well, so...

Noonan 05-30-17 06:47 AM

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Finished up Morrowind over the weekend. I still have a couple of world bosses and group dungeons to do but I haven't tried any of the multiplayer aspects yet. If your nostalgia for Morrowind runs deep like it does for me, you'll really enjoy everything about this expansion. The sights, the sounds, the story...all exactly what I was hoping for.

Character is up to level 23 and I've started diving into the content for the base game.

K&AJones 05-31-17 09:07 AM

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I'm going to pass on Morrowind and continue to focus on the main game part. I got my Breton>Sorc to Level 49 and parked him to work on my Dark Elf>Dragon Knight and get it up to high 40's. I asked about the leveling part and once you hit Level 50 how does the distribution of the Champion Points work with other characters along with the daily XP boost. All characters get the points but only those who are over 50 contribute.

So as a few suggested as they did, get what characters you might play a lot of and get then to 47-49 and park. So when you take your main and hit 50, stay at it until the XP bonus boost ends getting as far as you can...hopefully past CP100....then grab the other at 47-49 and do the same. Some have said getting one all the way is good to get the better gear and all while some said having two or more characters up in the CP Level gives you more flexibility and more area to cover...like World Bosses and Dungeons to get gear.

And FWIW...my friend who has eight toons and that Level CP850 something has stopped playing until bugs and fixes happen. He said Morrowind is good for the newer players but for veterans like himself...nope and actually penalizes them and their characters. According to him...and others from what I've read it's made for the new Veteran Class but stamina users no along with a penalty to the Templar which a lot or ticked about.

Decker 05-31-17 10:42 AM

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I have the Morrowind CE pre-ordered at Best Buy. I never picked up ESO, but figured I could at least consider this new version since I got it so cheap with GCU + Visa Checkout -- $60 + tax

https://pisces.bbystatic.com/image2/...;maxWidth=1000

joeblow69 06-06-17 11:45 AM

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So I think I just screwed myself over. I had EOS installed on my PS4, but really my partner is the one who plays it. My account is the main PS4 account. I figured I needed to buy the expansion on my account, and it would let him play it, the same way he can play the original version.

NOT SO. It looks like it treats this as DLC, not like a real expansion, and only the person who logs in as the main account can play it. Not only that, but it won't let him play AT ALL on his account now. When he tries, it just pops up a screen saying he needs to buy the expansion himself if he wants to play.

Noonan 06-06-17 11:46 AM

Re: The Elder Scrolls Online
 
I'd love to have that CE for all the extras but I don't think I can justify the cost. Isn't it like $200?

Enjoy Morrowind, console players!!

Decker 06-06-17 02:37 PM

Re: The Elder Scrolls Online
 

Originally Posted by Noonan (Post 13089172)
I'd love to have that CE for all the extras but I don't think I can justify the cost. Isn't it like $200?

Enjoy Morrowind, console players!!

Nope, it's an even $100. (or $80 with GCU - still shipping on PS4 from BestBuy.com) Pretty good deal considering what you get :

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Noonan 06-06-17 02:41 PM

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That's not bad. I'd really like the in game items, map, and book. Maybe I'll try to find one cheap(er).

Welp; just ordered the map by itself on eBay. It's the item I wanted most.

K&AJones 01-17-20 09:55 AM

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Next chapter of Elder Scrolls Online, Greymoor comes to Skyrim June 2020... https://www.elderscrollsonline.com/e...ews/post/57529

Full 40+ Minute Presentation.....



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