Author Topic: Dragon Blade - Wii Exclusive from D3 Publisher - This Fall (Read 6729 times)

Kairon · « **on:** June 20, 2007, 03:17:19 PM »

So, IGN just revealed Dragon Blade, a single-player level-based action game in which you use motion based regular attacks as well as special "Dragon Moves" which are earned by beating the Dragon Bosses to get the titular legendary weapon.

IGN also has a trailer that makes the game look like The Wii's first 3rd person action game in the vein of GoW (though obviously, not as violent/sex-obsessed/greek), and though it's described as a fairly straightforward action game, it's slated for this fall... looks like this title will beat Soul Caliber Legends to the punch!

Published by D3 Publisher (small publisher, also published Puzzle Quest for the DS), and developer Land Ho (who apparently worked on a Panzer Dragoon game... but I can't find any more info on 'em right now)... did I mention this title is exclusive?

I hope all you "why aren't third parties giving us original games" people give this one a good long hard look, because it's what the Wii is all about: a small publisher, a small developer, using a fast dev time and a no-nonsense TRADITIONAL game concept, and making good use of the Wii controls from what IGN tells us, trying to make a name for themselves in the big bad industry.

Caliban · « **Reply #1 on:** June 20, 2007, 03:47:22 PM »

It seems like an interesting game to see it finished and polished, very much polished.
Another month and we will see how it truly pans out, if they decide to show it off at E3.

Crimm · « **Reply #2 on:** June 20, 2007, 05:09:26 PM »

I'll be cautiously optimistic about this game. I have to say, the voice over was terribly cheesy.

Kairon · « **Reply #3 on:** June 20, 2007, 05:24:38 PM »

Interesting thing, one of my classmates' final presentations included the trailer for Thief: Deadly Shadows. That trailer had a perfect cheesy movie trailer voice.

"Now, the world's greatest thief... a man who has no past... no face... no allies... will have to use his powers of deception... to choose... his destiny!"

GoldenPhoenix · « **Reply #4 on:** June 20, 2007, 06:51:44 PM »

That Nintendo is dragging the industry into casual gaming, oh wait, nevermind.

WuTangTurtle · « **Reply #5 on:** June 20, 2007, 07:18:44 PM »

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Originally posted by: Kairon
So, IGN just revealed Dragon Blade, a single-player level-based action game in which you use motion based regular attacks as well as special "Dragon Moves" which are earned by beating the Dragon Bosses to get the titular legendary weapon.

Why does that sound familiar.......ah, Megaman!

ShyGuy · « **Reply #6 on:** June 20, 2007, 09:28:12 PM »

It looks fun, hope they polish it up.

Ceric · « **Reply #7 on:** June 21, 2007, 04:21:24 AM »

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Originally posted by: WuTangTurtle
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Originally posted by: Kairon
So, IGN just revealed Dragon Blade, a single-player level-based action game in which you use motion based regular attacks as well as special "Dragon Moves" which are earned by beating the Dragon Bosses to get the titular legendary weapon.

Why does that sound familiar.......ah, Megaman!

Ain't broke don't fix.

BlackNMild2k1 · « **Reply #8 on:** June 21, 2007, 06:24:00 AM »

The Dragon Blade itself looks pretty sick, I just hope they polish up animations of the bosses a little. Other than that, I thought it looked pretty good, very God of War like which shouldn't be a bad thing at all.

ThePerm · « **Reply #9 on:** June 21, 2007, 08:01:13 AM »

looks nifty, its been a long time since anythings looked nifty

KDR_11k · « **Reply #10 on:** June 21, 2007, 08:45:38 AM »

I wonder if they put one of the Simple 2000 devs on that game. They love to make beat em ups with crappy animations.

Ceric · « **Reply #11 on:** June 21, 2007, 08:47:14 AM »

Don't they have some time on this? I'm sure they'll clean up the animation because it is really more noticeable in beat em ups and fighters then other genres.

Artisto16 · « **Reply #12 on:** June 21, 2007, 09:27:07 AM »

This game looks like it will be fun. And I do agree with the God of War similarities, but I'm glad the themes and setting are different.

Requiem · « **Reply #13 on:** June 21, 2007, 09:30:32 AM »

One of the main reasons I liked GOW so much is because of the setting. There's really nothing more epic than fighting a god! Seriously, whats a more powerful enemy than a god?

Looks pretty good....needs alot more polish. I do like how a dragon came out of the blade though. That was a nice touch.

ShyGuy · « **Reply #14 on:** August 24, 2007, 05:13:49 PM »

Oh man, this game isn't pretty. It seemed to be on misconfigured TV, so that may have been half of it. The levels look and feel like an n64 game. It's hard to target the enemies and movement feels stiff. However, the Dragon powers when you flip them out look good and are pretty cool. I just wish there was a better game built around them.

Kairon · « **Reply #15 on:** August 24, 2007, 06:09:56 PM »

Hard to target the enemies and stiff movement? urgh! I hope... I hope they fix that...

Jonnyboy117 · « **Reply #16 on:** October 03, 2007, 01:09:19 PM »

I just finally got my review copy of Dragon Blade. First impressions are pretty good! The story is stereotypical fantasy stuff, but the game seems pretty serious about it, i.e. I don't think they're just giving me an intro and then ten hours of action, but rather some storytelling throughout. And I have to admit, the fire sword is very cool and seems to be upgradeable, as is the armor. Motion controls are surprisingly responsive and consistent, with five basic attack moves, several combos based on which move is your third in a sequence, and several air attacks as well. I wish Zelda had this much control over the sword, and maybe the next one will. So far I have not been bothered by the graphics; I don't think they're as bad as some people in this thread have suggested, but I'm not ready to say they are good just yet. The first (training) level is very easy, but if the challenge ramps up a good bit, I think this may be a very nice option for Wii owners who want something in the vein of God of War or Heavenly Sword but can live without the top-tier production values.

ShyGuy · « **Reply #17 on:** October 03, 2007, 01:22:18 PM »

How is the enemy targeting working? It wasn't very hot last time I played the game.

Jonnyboy117 · « **Reply #18 on:** October 03, 2007, 01:28:48 PM »

You just press B to target the nearest enemy. It's a little tricky to change targets, but I haven't really needed to yet. Once you have a target, the camera automatically circles around that enemy, just like in Zelda. It works fine.

Infernal Monkey · « **Reply #19 on:** October 03, 2007, 08:48:16 PM »

D3 Publisher America are a disgrace to the quality D3 name.

Crimm · « **Reply #20 on:** October 04, 2007, 09:00:14 AM »

You know, if this game turns out to be pretty good I'll be pretty surprised. Hopefully it will be good and will have according sales. I think the Wii needs a hack and slash franchise to be identified with the console.

Edit: Just saw the press reviews.

Jonnyboy117 · « **Reply #21 on:** October 05, 2007, 09:00:53 AM »

I have seen the IGN and GameSpot reviews (though not read them fully -- that's a personal policy when I'm still reviewing a game) and from what I have played so far, I disagree with their overall assessment. I'd say Dragon Blade is like a God of War with really low production values and quite good motion controls. If you like hack-and-slash or beat-em-up games, you will like this.

Crimm · « **Reply #22 on:** October 05, 2007, 09:17:23 AM »

Hmm, well then maybe I'll give it a rental after I finish the current wash of games. If I like I'll probably be able to pick it up cheaper by then, and if not I'm only out a few bucks. I really did want this to be a good game, but I was never holding out much hope. "Dragon Blade" just sounds generic.

Kairon · « **Reply #23 on:** October 05, 2007, 11:31:57 AM »

Just got my copy! I think I'll have to take a break from Crash of the Titans to try this one out!

Edit: This game is so budget it's adorable! It's the bare minimum of menu, the bare minimum of cutscenes, and the graphics look like a GC game. But the controls work, the scenario 's backstory is actually decent, and the gameplay is straight-up straight-forward action game.

Unfortunately, that isn't enough to call this game "God of War" Lite. God of War, to me, succeeds on an exceptional amount of polish and seamless fluid controls, as well as breathtaking spectacular set pieces. You take that away, and all you've got is a plain jane action game. And that's what Dragon's Blade is.

2 Dragons down! 4 to go! I swear, that second dragon's third form is an absolute nightmare. The only way I was able to beat him was to go for broke and kill him before he killed me.

vudu · « **Reply #24 on:** October 06, 2007, 03:57:21 AM »

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The only way I was able to beat him was to kill him before he killed me.

What a novel approach ....

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