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    Image of Spiders88 Spiders88
    10/22/09

    In reply to Metro 2033 Trailer Paints A Bleak Picture
    This is a stalker rip off for sure. Game doesn't even look that good go play Stalker Shadow of Chernobyl or Clear skies instead. #metro2033
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    10/22/09

    @Spiders88: "Game doesn't even look that good"

    You see 0 gameplay footage there, so I'm gonna write this one up as you not knowing what you're talking about. #metro2033
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    TaylorEatWorld promoted this comment WolfmanWalt was starred WolfmanWalt was unstarred
    Image of Goretooth Goretooth
    10/22/09

    In reply to Metro 2033 Trailer Paints A Bleak Picture
    This was actually announced years ago, i mean actual years as a ps3 exclusive. how times have changed #metro2033
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    Spamps, a shining star promoted this comment Goretooth was starred Goretooth was unstarred
    Image of Face Imploder Face Imploder
    10/22/09

    In reply to Metro 2033 Trailer Paints A Bleak Picture
    Nice to see Fallout getting more expansions! #metro2033
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    AngryEddy promoted this comment Face Imploder was starred Face Imploder was unstarred
    Image of AngryEddy AngryEddy
    10/22/09

    @Face Imploder: The question is, how fun is the bleak post-apocalypse when you remove the 1950's sci-fi influence and dark humor? #metro2033
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    Image of Face Imploder Face Imploder
    10/23/09

    @AngryEddy: I agree.
    A lot of people are getting all up in the "more S.T.A.L.K.E.R. than Fallout" argument, but I disagree. I've played S.T.A.L.K.E.R. and loved it, but this seems more Fallout-y to me. The destroyed city (rather than just irradiated and deteriorating) and living underground (like the Vaults) are a couple of points. I do see how it ties in with S.T.A.L.K.E.R., but I was merely observing that it observes a similar post-apocalyptic setting to Fallout's.
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    Edited by Face Imploder at 10/23/09 8:45 AM Face Imploder was starred Face Imploder was unstarred
    Image of Polterg3ist plays bass in a band Polterg3ist plays bass in a band
    10/22/09

    In reply to Metro 2033 Trailer Paints A Bleak Picture
    Why is this fresh? It sounds like S.T.A.L.K.E.R. in a city, and leaning harder towards FPS than RPG.

    If it's open world, though, than I may have to check it out.
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    Edited by Polterg3ist plays bass in a band at 10/22/09 12:34 PM Polterg3ist plays bass in a band was starred Polterg3ist plays bass in a band was unstarred
    Image of Sir-Lucius does anything for Dethklok Sir-Lucius does anything for Dethklok
    10/22/09

    @Polterg3ist is Sick, Sick, Sick: S.T.A.L.K.E.R. in a city sounds phenomenal. If the game turns out anything like that, consider me sold. #metro2033
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    Image of Polterg3ist plays bass in a band Polterg3ist plays bass in a band
    10/22/09

    @Sir-Lucius does anything for Dethklok: I know, it would be cool. I just don't think that this is as original as the article implies. Apocalypse in Russia is not a new thing. #metro2033
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    Image of Sir-Lucius does anything for Dethklok Sir-Lucius does anything for Dethklok
    10/22/09

    @Polterg3ist is Sick, Sick, Sick: Ah okay, I didn't really get that from the article but I see what you're saying. #metro2033
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    Image of Brodka: regrettably Brodka: regrettably
    10/22/09

    In reply to Metro 2033 Trailer Paints A Bleak Picture
    No PS3 version? #metro2033
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    Image of SlashZaku SlashZaku
    10/22/09

    @Brodka: Which is weird cause as someone else pointed out, it was announced back in 2006 (looking at IGN) for PS3/PC :| #metro2033
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    Spamps, a shining star promoted this comment SlashZaku was starred SlashZaku was unstarred
    Image of (Starman) Starman (Starman) Starman
    10/22/09

    In reply to Metro 2033 Trailer Paints A Bleak Picture

    Eh? I thought Mankind's last stand was against the Daleks.

    Then the Cybermen.

    Then the Master— wait what master?

    Then the Daleks again. #metro2033
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    Image of Polterg3ist plays bass in a band Polterg3ist plays bass in a band
    10/22/09

    @(Starman) AnalysisDialysis: Cheers to you and your British-ness, sir. #metro2033
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    Image of Firelance is Addicted Firelance is Addicted
    10/22/09

    @(Starman) AnalysisDialysis:
    But this time, with an antimatter bomb. #metro2033
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    Image of (Starman) Starman (Starman) Starman
    10/22/09

    @Polterg3ist is Sick, Sick, Sick: Why thanks and many regards.

    Give my cheers to Mr. Cheerio, mean the while alright? :) #metro2033
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    Image of ShaggE wants to join the Egg Council. ShaggE wants to join the Egg Council.
    10/22/09

    In reply to Metro 2033 Trailer Paints A Bleak Picture
    Russia + Post-apocalypse = unfair gameplay. Why? Because in Soviet Russia, enemies use V.A.T.S. on YOU!

    Dohoho! #metro2033
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    Image of SPECIALciaNAPKIN SPECIALciaNAPKIN
    10/22/09

    In reply to Metro 2033 Trailer Paints A Bleak Picture
    Kalling Komrade Kayce!
    Where were you when the blast went off? #metro2033
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    AngryEddy promoted this comment SPECIALciaNAPKIN was starred SPECIALciaNAPKIN was unstarred
    Image of AngryEddy AngryEddy
    10/22/09

    In reply to Metro 2033 Trailer Paints A Bleak Picture
    Post-Apocalypse is the new World War II... #metro2033
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    AngryEddy promoted this comment AngryEddy was starred AngryEddy was unstarred
    Image of noesmano noesmano
    10/22/09

    In reply to Metro 2033 Trailer Paints A Bleak Picture
    why so many post-apocalyptic games all of a sudden?
    Though, I did like the trailer. #metro2033
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    Image of SlashZaku SlashZaku
    10/22/09

    @noesmano: One of the 'In' things...just like 'Zombies'. #metro2033
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    Brodka promoted this comment SlashZaku was starred SlashZaku was unstarred
    Image of Brodka: regrettably Brodka: regrettably
    10/22/09

    @SlashZaku: And both for the same reason - they are easier to put in a videogame and have it seem 'real.'

    We forgive the Zombie for being stupid. The AI doesn't need to be that sophisticated.

    Similarly, we forgive the sparseness of the post-apocalyptic landscape. No leaves blowing in the breeze. No cars driving around. No crowds of people panicking when gunfire erupts.

    All that makes GTA IV so impressive is simply unnecessary in the post-apocalyptic setting. #metro2033
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    10/22/09

    @Brodka: "We forgive the Zombie for being stupid. The AI doesn't need to be that sophisticated." And yet you praise GTA IV's AI. hmm.... #metro2033
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    Brodka promoted this comment Mad-Hobo was starred Mad-Hobo was unstarred
    Image of Brodka: regrettably Brodka: regrettably
    10/22/09

    @Mad-Hobo: Actually I didn't. I praised the interactive environment.
    GTA IV looks like a living city. The Capitol wasteland does not, nor is it supposed to.

    However, the AI for the enemies and innocents in GTA IV is still far more complex than typical zombie AI.

    The innocents in GTA IV drive cars - in traffic. Not running into each other. Stopping for red lights. Staying in their lane. They can walk, and run. They sometimes pull to the side of the road if you have a siren. If you start shooting at them, some will run away, some will crouch down and take cover. They talk. If you shove them, they might fight back and if you start beating them or pull out a gun they might change their mind and run away.

    The enemies in GTA IV wield and aim weapons. Take cover, etc. They can drive cars and bikes in an aggressive or elusive manner. They can hold position. Commit a crime anywhere and the police will arrive and set up position - hiding behind their cars and calling for backup if needed. If you approach a gun wielding enemy in GTA he will often back away from you and continue firing.

    A Zombie simply moves toward the target and if they are close, they start clawing at it. #metro2033
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    Image of Mad-Hobo Mad-Hobo
    10/22/09

    @Brodka: Hey dont blame the zombies, thats just how they are. :) #metro2033
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    Image of fiachradunn000 fiachradunn000
    10/22/09

    @Brodka: A lot of the things you mentioned are all pre-determined, they are what that particular character will always do,(Run away or stay for example) The same thing for the siren.

    Agreed zombies don't have to appear smart, but under their appearance there's a lot going on, take left 4 dead's zombies the special infected climb things dynamically, granted that's not amazing but the special infected AI controlled are very smart and good at finding good points to attack you from and hiding, some games have to resort to guys that are just invisible because their AI isn't capable of sneaking very well (Resistance 2 for example)

    Theres A lot going on under the hood for zombies although they may appear to simply "run at you"
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    Image of Brodka: regrettably Brodka: regrettably
    10/22/09

    @fiachradunn000: I would argue that what you call pre-determined behaviors ARE AI.

    And I agree that the special infected in L4D have fairly complex constructs. I'm thinking of the typical Dead Rising style Zombie. #metro2033
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    Image of Railgun5 Railgun5
    10/21/09

    In reply to Interactive iPhone Game Gets... Book Deal
    I suppose it makes some amount of sense, since the whole game is in semi-book format to begin with.

    Reading about this reminded me about those old Nintendo walkthrough/novel things though.[www.amazon.com] #book
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    spiderweb1986 promoted this comment Railgun5 was starred Railgun5 was unstarred
    Image of spiderweb1986 spiderweb1986
    10/21/09

    @Railgun5: You said "old," and then I clicked on the link and was let down.

    I can't be the only one that remembers the Worlds of Power books, can I? Metal Gear, Blaster Master, Castlevania...those were the days. #book
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    Image of Railgun5 Railgun5
    10/21/09

    @spiderweb1986: Geez, I actually DO remember those. I read the Castlevania one a while back.

    Great, now I can feel the ever closing presence of passing time at my back. :( #book
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    Image of Cptn.PaxtonAstypalaea(Corsair) Cptn.PaxtonAstypalaea(Corsair)
    10/21/09

    In reply to Interactive iPhone Game Gets... Book Deal
    "You search for an exit, but can not find one, as it is too dark to see anything, since this is a Darker Edgier version of Ghostbusters. Taking a step forward, you fall off a cliff.

    The End (0/0)" #book
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    Image of Railgun5 Railgun5
    10/21/09

    @Agent.AealapytsaNotxap(NotASpy):
    You forgot about the Grue. #book
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    spiderweb1986 promoted this comment Railgun5 was starred Railgun5 was unstarred
    Image of Esper mind tricks Esper mind tricks
    10/21/09

    In reply to Interactive iPhone Game Gets... Book Deal
    Crap. I feel like I'm in Silent Hill... #book
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    Image of PyroJack PyroJack
    10/21/09

    @Esper mind tricks: Why?

    Edit: Oh, I see what you mean.
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    Image of Esper mind tricks Esper mind tricks
    10/21/09

    @PyroJack: A person!
    *hugs*
    Is it fixed?
    *checks Kotaku front page* #book
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    Agent.AealapytsaNotxap(NotASpy) promoted this comment Esper mind tricks was starred Esper mind tricks was unstarred
    Image of Cptn.PaxtonAstypalaea(Corsair) Cptn.PaxtonAstypalaea(Corsair)
    10/21/09

    @Esper mind tricks: *shambles in* Mmmmrrrrhhhhhh

    Or whatever sound things from Silent Hill make... #book
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    Image of Esper mind tricks Esper mind tricks
    10/21/09

    @Agent.AealapytsaNotxap(NotASpy):
    *types "pipe"*

    What do you mean?
    Pipe (tubing)
    Pipe (tobacco)

    *Selects tobacco pipe*
    *puts in mouth*

    Ah there you are old chap. Where the bloody hell have you been? #book
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    Image of Cptn.PaxtonAstypalaea(Corsair) Cptn.PaxtonAstypalaea(Corsair)
    10/21/09

    @Esper mind tricks: Making this!
    *shows off Cthulhu with a Minigun glued to his back*

    ".... Umm neat, but did you remember to tame him?"
    ... Whoops.
    Quick, someone type "Blob!" #book
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    Image of Esper mind tricks Esper mind tricks
    10/21/09

    @Agent.AealapytsaNotxap(NotASpy): What do you give Cthulhu to tame him?
    *types "blood of virgins"*
    nope... #book
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    Image of Cptn.PaxtonAstypalaea(Corsair) Cptn.PaxtonAstypalaea(Corsair)
    10/21/09

    @Esper mind tricks: Easy, let me show you.
    *types tranquillizer gun*
    *shoots Cthulhu*
    *clicks on him, and selects Interact*
    *clicks on him again and selects ride*
    *rises back to EMT while riding him*
    See! Oh Err, Cthulhu! Put him down! No! Not into you mouth! #book
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    Image of XINVADER XINVADER
    10/15/09

    In reply to Cosplay Fever Preps To Hit Bookstores
    Why are all the major events where cosplay can be found in London. Anyone know any in Birmingham? Right now I'm stuck with Halloween to fill my costuming void. :/ #cosplayfever
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    Image of Witzbold Witzbold
    10/15/09

    In reply to Cosplay Fever Preps To Hit Bookstores
    Old school bumblebee FTW #cosplayfever
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    10/15/09

    @Witzbold: That's Animated Bumblebee. #cosplayfever
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