Topic: The Conduit

[D_Average]

Nintendo cut all of the right deals to post reviews early.

Though I kind of assumed IGN would be doing the first one wince they and HVS are so buddy buddy. IGN did launch their game into the spotlight.

Exactly.  IGN did them a solid back in the day by pimping a tech demo to the internets and securing their place as the Wii's Lord and Savior.  It just doesn't make any sense why their review wouldn't be up yet since they've had the final build a long time now, they always push to post reviews early, and they're always talking to HVS.

Unless HVS and Sega feels their game may receive a Meta score of 80 or less, its puzzling why they'd embargo review scores.  Though the fans of the game are extremely vocal, its really not that large of a crowd.  Maybe 65k.  Considering how Madworld sales went, and even Punchout to a degree, I'd think you'd want as much publicity for this title as possible, assuming you believe it'll review well.

That said, I find the lack of reviews, now almost 2 days to launch, a bit disconcerting.

[GoldenPhoenix]

::feels like I'm talking to myself::

IGN said they hadn't gotten to play the final build of the multiplayer fully.

That was on Wednesday, thursday they were going to play that aspect fully. Friday review would be pushing things.

[NWR_Lindy]

I want to take some time to get down'n'dirty with the multiplayer.  That's going to take a couple of days.  Gamestop is saying it ships on the 23rd...I hope that doesn't mean I'll have to wait until Wednesday.

Oh well, at least I know that I'll actually get the game instead of a hardcover book, since I'm not dealing with Amazon this time.

[bosshogx]

Only a couple of days left to go.  Can't wait.  Hopefully this game will find a place in my heart and give me something to do in between trying to get through Title Defense mode in Punch-Out!!

Until I find Wii Speak for cheap (say $10 or so) it looks like I'll be resorting to the old standby: private chat via xbox live.  It was certainly a lifesaver when trying to finish the old Battalion Wars 2 multiplayer.  I still shake my head in disbelief over the way Nintendo handles anything online capable.  Codes, codes, codes!

[BeautifulShy]

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Sega-The-Conduit-Wii/dp/B001P81GY0/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=videogames&qid=1245528155&sr=8-1

For our European members you can grab the game on Amazon for 29.96 euros.

[D_Average]

::feels like I'm talking to myself::

IGN said they hadn't gotten to play the final build of the multiplayer fully.

That was on Wednesday, thursday they were going to play that aspect fully. Friday review would be pushing things.

That's odd, as the "final build" was finished long ago.  Maybe there were server issues again.....

[GoldenPhoenix]

::feels like I'm talking to myself::

IGN said they hadn't gotten to play the final build of the multiplayer fully.

That was on Wednesday, thursday they were going to play that aspect fully. Friday review would be pushing things.

That's odd, as the "final build" was finished long ago.  Maybe there were server issues again.....

I thought it was odd when I heard it, but yeah they basically said they hadn't really gotten into the multiplayer much yet and were scheduled to play guys at HVS and Sega the following day. Matt finished the single player campaign and I guess it takes 5-6 hrs (though that is pure gameplay, it does not take into account when you have to restart a level or die). It sounds like it will be getting an 8 or so from them. What impressed them the most was the PD vibe they got, and even Boze said he'd rather play Conduit then another Halo. So we shall see. I think the game will get around 80% when the reviews are averaged.

I hope you are wrong that the lack of reviews is because of score fears! (My guess is that you hope you are wrong too lol)

[D_Average]

::feels like I'm talking to myself::

IGN said they hadn't gotten to play the final build of the multiplayer fully.

That was on Wednesday, thursday they were going to play that aspect fully. Friday review would be pushing things.

That's odd, as the "final build" was finished long ago.  Maybe there were server issues again.....

I thought it was odd when I heard it, but yeah they basically said they hadn't really gotten into the multiplayer much yet and were scheduled to play guys at HVS and Sega the following day. Matt finished the single player campaign and I guess it takes 5-6 hrs (though that is pure gameplay, it does not take into account when you have to restart a level or die). It sounds like it will be getting an 8 or so from them. What impressed them the most was the PD vibe they got, and even Boze said he'd rather play Conduit then another Halo. So we shall see. I think the game will get around 80% when the reviews are averaged.

I hope you are wrong that the lack of reviews is because of score fears! (My guess is that you hope you are wrong too lol)

Indeed.  Need me some more games!

[GoldenPhoenix]

::feels like I'm talking to myself::

IGN said they hadn't gotten to play the final build of the multiplayer fully.

That was on Wednesday, thursday they were going to play that aspect fully. Friday review would be pushing things.

That's odd, as the "final build" was finished long ago.  Maybe there were server issues again.....

I thought it was odd when I heard it, but yeah they basically said they hadn't really gotten into the multiplayer much yet and were scheduled to play guys at HVS and Sega the following day. Matt finished the single player campaign and I guess it takes 5-6 hrs (though that is pure gameplay, it does not take into account when you have to restart a level or die). It sounds like it will be getting an 8 or so from them. What impressed them the most was the PD vibe they got, and even Boze said he'd rather play Conduit then another Halo. So we shall see. I think the game will get around 80% when the reviews are averaged.

I hope you are wrong that the lack of reviews is because of score fears! (My guess is that you hope you are wrong too lol)

Indeed.  Need me some more games!

I think it is a testament to the game that you, me, and Lindy all are interested in it even though we have other systems. Personally I think I'm ready for a more basic FPS experience in the vein of Perfect Dark or Goldeneye.

[NWR_insanolord]

::feels like I'm talking to myself::

IGN said they hadn't gotten to play the final build of the multiplayer fully.

That was on Wednesday, thursday they were going to play that aspect fully. Friday review would be pushing things.

That's odd, as the "final build" was finished long ago.  Maybe there were server issues again.....

I thought it was odd when I heard it, but yeah they basically said they hadn't really gotten into the multiplayer much yet and were scheduled to play guys at HVS and Sega the following day. Matt finished the single player campaign and I guess it takes 5-6 hrs (though that is pure gameplay, it does not take into account when you have to restart a level or die). It sounds like it will be getting an 8 or so from them. What impressed them the most was the PD vibe they got, and even Boze said he'd rather play Conduit then another Halo. So we shall see. I think the game will get around 80% when the reviews are averaged.

I hope you are wrong that the lack of reviews is because of score fears! (My guess is that you hope you are wrong too lol)

Indeed.  Need me some more games!

I think it is a testament to the game that you, me, and Lindy all are interested in it even though we have other systems. Personally I think I'm ready for a more basic FPS experience in the vein of Perfect Dark or Goldeneye.

Don't forget me. When IGN compared it to Goldeneye and Perfect Dark I only wanted it more. The only 360 FPS I'm really looking forward to is the XBLA remake of Perfect Dark.

[KDR_11k]

I don't think they'll have to worry too much about sales, there's a high demand for an FPS on the Wii. Onslaught stayed high in the WiiWare charts for a long time (many weeks at #1) and that has a metascore of around 66 (though IMO it deserves a higher score since it's a lot of fun). I'd say they should be able to get some good sales going if they position it right though they probably would have sold at least twice as much with local MP.

Its also worth noting that the game launches in 3 days, we've had what seems like 3 years of hype for it, yet none of the major or minor outlets have been given the go ahead to post their review yet.  Just the Nintendo mags.  Hmmmm.......

And why is this something to be concerned about? You see it happen all the time where maybe a couple of magazines get to review a game but the majority of the sites aren't given the OK to post their review until a certain time, it doesn't necessarily have to do with the quality of the game either. Heck some of the biggest titles around don't have reviews posted until launch day.

I always thought that was some sort of handicap since magazines get released on a fixed schedule while websites can update at any time.

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Sega-The-Conduit-Wii/dp/B001P81GY0/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=videogames&qid=1245528155&sr=8-1

For our European members you can grab the game on Amazon for 29.96 euros.

That's 30 pounds, not 30 Euros.

[BranDonk Kong]

I think I might need to play some Onslaught tonight.

[Stratos]

I think I might need to play some Onslaught tonight.

I recently started playing it again on and off. I never beat the campaign. It is full of awesome.

[Mop it up]

I may not own other current systems but if this game is being compared to ones released back when shooters were fun then that has me curious about it.

[kraken613]

I am short on cash right now so I am hoping my Mom will lend me some to pick this up! I am looking forward to a good FPS on Wii. I will buy this as soon as I can though!

[BlackNMild2k1]

I will be getting this, and I already have m Wii Speak, so I hope to see as many of you online Day 1 for some online (unpracticed) mayhem.

I haven't played a FPS (unless you count MP) in a very long time(except for HL2 on PC).

[Stratos]

I will be getting this, and I already have m Wii Speak, so I hope to see as many of you online Day 1 for some online (unpracticed) mayhem.

I haven't played a FPS (unless you count MP) in a very long time(except for HL2 on PC).

I like that idea. I'll join you in just diving straight into the MP once I get it. Are you getting in on Tuesday? Thursday is the start of Bwii Days so I can play most of Wednesday and perhaps a bit of Tuesday before work. (Or is Wednesday the start of BWii days? I can't remember.)

[BlackNMild2k1]

I'm getting it on whatever day its at the store nearest me. I was planning for Tuesday though.

[Stratos]

I have to leave for work at 7PM Pacific time but until then I can play with you.

[DAaaMan64]

I pre-order Amazon. So give me a few days.

[Stratos]

I pre-order Amazon. So give me a few days.

So you'll be ready once BWii days are done it sounds like? I'm assuming you did the free super saver shipping option so it will take about a week, right?

[GoldenPhoenix]

I pre-order Amazon. So give me a few days.

So you'll be ready once BWii days are done it sounds like? I'm assuming you did the free super saver shipping option so it will take about a week, right?

Get Amazon Prime if you order a lot from Amazon, it is a great thing.

[NinGurl69 *huggles]

I'm practicing for BWii.

[BeautifulShy]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A31ut78qu84

There is the commercial for those that haven't seen it.

[GoldenPhoenix]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A31ut78qu84

There is the commercial for those that haven't seen it.

Very good commercial that is almost 100% gameplay focused.