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[zencat]

So who's going to be first with a reaction?

[JFM007]

So who's going to be first with a reaction?

Wish I could. It's on my desk, right next to my computer... but still got 6 hours of work to do

[zencat]

How about someone post a pic of the box? GE too if you have it.

[MattofSteel]

So who's going to be first with a reaction?

Wish I could. It's on my desk, right next to my computer... but still got 6 hours of work to do

Ditto. It's killing me.

[Quantumofsolace007]

the first lervel was awesome I really wanted to call out sick and play the rest but I didn't... I'm telling you this may become my favourite bond game... Hopefully i get Wii and Goldeneye for christmas though would like to enjoy both games.

[British Chap]

Uh-oh....

Goldeneye Wii gets a 9/10....

Bloodstone gets a 5...........

http://xbox360.ign.c.../1131346p1.html

[Zorin Industries]

Is it coming out in PS1 format? (!).

[Chief of SIS]

Uh-oh....

Goldeneye Wii gets a 9/10....

Bloodstone gets a 5...........

http://xbox360.ign.c.../1131346p1.html

I read that and cried. Bummer. But good for Goldeneye.

[MattofSteel]

I should really reserve judgement until I've gone home and played it, but that IGN review states, verbatim, every one of my initial impressions when the game was introduced. A platform designed simply to appease a restless fanbase. And apparently, shallow appeasement at that.

[Jeff007]

Just bought it and playing it now. Great first level so far!

[Iroquois]

I think that the IGN review is too subjective, he clearly doesn't like the Craig era and most of his criticisms are about the lack of gadgets.

This review enforces my point:

http://gameinformer....gone-rogue.aspx

This review applauds blood stones Bond aesthetic, but criticises the driving. Literally the complete opposite of the IGN review.

Unfortunately, I have to wait until Friday to form my own opinion.

[Garth007]

Im really getting tired of IGN and G4 on their reviews. They review almost everything that is Halo and COD almost a 9/10 or 10/10 - 4/5 or 5/5. and if the game isn't popular they give it a bad rating. halo has been putting out the same exact game for how many years now? same with COD and their both getting old. I've played and beat bloodstone now and it amazing its like the Arkum ASylum of Bond. but now its "meh" to IGN.

[Matt_13]

That IGN review of Blood Stone is outrageous. If you like the Daniel Craig films, you will love this game. The take downs are fun and the driving is challenging and exciting. Only halfway through Istanbul but I'm loving it. A 5 is absolutely ridiculous.

[Garth007]

That IGN review of Blood Stone is outrageous. If you like the Daniel Craig films, you will love this game. The take downs are fun and the driving is challenging and exciting. Only halfway through Istanbul but I'm loving it. A 5 is absolutely ridiculous.

exactly the game deserves at least a 7 or an 8 out of 10

[JFM007]

I've played and beat bloodstone now and it amazing its like the Arkum ASylum of Bond.

That's the problem I have right now with what I am reading about the duration. I have not played the game yet (I've still not opened it). Given the price tag, if it only take 4-5 hours to complete, I don't know how I can justify keeping it. I might just return it and wait until the price goes down...

Edited by JFM007, 02 November 2010 - 08:38 PM.

[Syndicate]

Is there a soundtrack to the video game? I was looking for any wallpaper to Blood Stone official or not, by searching througe google. Since the official site does not have any. What I came across was larger size pics of the video game cover art. And there is one that has a logo saying on the bottom left saying Official Video Game Soundtrack. That is the same with the new version of Goldeneye. IF there is a CD of it out I go and buy it at stores.

Here goes the link to where I saw it.
http://forums.ffshri...s-45183/56.html

Edited by Syndicate, 02 November 2010 - 08:39 PM.

[Mr.Zukovsky]

It's not in the intro credits.

Please tell me where the barrel is! Mmmm perhaps BloodStone will be Daniel Craig's first "proper" Bond film!

I'm dealing with Trevalyen right now, talk later lol

[Mr.Zukovsky]

Just beat the game . Watching Credits!

[Marketto007]

Have you seen the LAUNCH TRAILER?



xxx

[00Kevin]

just finished the siberia section, taking a break.

gameplay is mediocre; the real treat here is the story, complete with film-worthy diologue.

before this game came out I knew that the only reason i was getting it was because it was under the bond license; my opinion still remains. Note: I Hate 3rd person shooters, particularly for a bond game

[Jeff007]

Anyone notice when the cut scene comes from leaving the Casino to get in the car with Nicole, Bond is magically wearing a blue 3 piece suit rather than his dinner jacket? Than the next scene is back to tux.


In Siberia right now... As stated the dialogue is top notch. I'm loving the story so far!

[JFM007]

Gameplay is mediocre

Is the controller layout mediocre? Or the way the game feel (unresponsive controls, aiming, fighting, etc.)?

I dont want to compare a 3rd person shooter to a 1st/3rd person shooter, but anyway , how does it compare to Quantum of Solace considering only the gameplay? Is it more enjoyable? Is there any challenge?

the real treat here is the story, complete with film-worthy dialogue.

Glad to hear that!

[00Kevin]

Is the controller layout mediocre? Or the way the game feel (unresponsive controls, aiming, fighting, etc.)?

I dont want to compare a 3rd person shooter to a 1st/3rd person shooter, but anyway , how does it compare to Quantum of Solace considering only the gameplay? Is it more enjoyable? Is there any challenge?

i recall getting a little annoyed when i was learning the controls but they arn't too bad. camera was a little annoying too, but i mentioned already how i hate 3rd person shooters. i liked Qos's cover system better, a few times in this game i had trouble getting in and out of cover and the ability to move from cover to cover is limited. i'm beating levels at a similar pace to Qos. I still havn't finished from russia with love because the levels just wern't very fun to me, the fun level in BS is maybe a few notches above so it's playable and some levels may be worth replaying, although some of the on foot segments had me getting bored.

the driving levels were perhaps better than the ones in the EA games in terms of exciting and visually stimulating moments, but they are very linear and in cramped quarters. For me, there is nothing more fun that being able to just floor it and made some nice wide turns with out having to worry. these levels have alot of places where you can't afford to go fast because you will not be able to turn and will fall into a lake or something; unless you slow down and carefully make the turn, which is just not bond enough for my tastes. if you can memorize all the spots in a level where you need to turn in a certain way it will be fun but first runs can be frustrating.I don't have a terribly large TV so i'm not sure if others are having this problem but I have had alot of trouble being able to see bodies of water in the driving stages until i'm halfway sinking into one.

sounds like i'm bashing the game alot huh? from a bond perspective its a fun game with a great script and stunning visuals, but aside from that? a fogettable game.

[DamnCoffee]

It's not in the intro credits.

Please tell me where the barrel is! Mmmm perhaps BloodStone will be Daniel Craig's first "proper" Bond film!

I'm dealing with Trevalyen right now, talk later lol

Okay Bryan, have fun.

Very upset to hear about IGN's review. Ah well, as long as I enjoy it that's really all that matters. 5 hours of gameplay though, that's just pitiful.

[JFM007]

sounds like i'm bashing the game alot huh? from a bond perspective its a fun game with a great script and stunning visuals, but aside from that? a fogettable game.

Looks like it sums it Don't worry, it's not bashing, you gave us your opinion as a Bond fan and this is, for me, way better than reading a review from a website where people does that for a living and forget that, after all, it's a Bond game, not Call of Duty. It's not the same target audience after all...

From your comments, it seems that the game is enjoyable and have some let down. As a Bond fan, I will try it for sure

Edited by JFM007, 02 November 2010 - 11:05 PM.

[Matt_13]

I've been playing for 5 hours and I've only just started Bangkok. The Oil Refinery chase is a show stopper. This game runs better than QoS, that IGN review makes no sense and is clearly biased against the gadget lite Craig era. The dialogue is relatively bland but it doesn't matter. Very good set design. Siberia is so far the best level.

[MattofSteel]

Anyone notice when the cut scene comes from leaving the Casino to get in the car with Nicole, Bond is magically wearing a blue 3 piece suit rather than his dinner jacket? Than the next scene is back to tux.

I noticed that too. Laughed out loud - how do you miss an error like that?

Overall, first impressions are better than expected.

In terms of atmosphere, design, scope, realism, and music (wow!), this might as well be a Craig film. If you're considering it strictly as a game, there's absolutely revolutionary. It feels exactly like Arkham Asylum, but with driving levels. It's also, far as I'm concerned, incredibly easy.

But I'd be lying if I said I wasn't enjoying it thus far. Just starting Siberia now!

[terminus]

So - what is this villain (Rak, if I read one of the reviews right) like? And what is his 'lair' they allude to?

[DamnCoffee]

NOW this is more like it! Screw you IGN!

[goldsmithsprogeny]

Has anyone in Australia managed to obtain a copy yet? If so, from where?

EDIT: Never mind. I found a copy at EB Games.

Edited by goldsmithsprogeny, 03 November 2010 - 03:10 AM.