Author Topic: Little Big Planet (Read 70517 times)

D_Average · « **Reply #100 on:** October 07, 2008, 04:01:41 PM »

Quote from: Schadenfreude on October 07, 2008, 03:52:19 PM

The level creator is really intimidating. I'm going to need to plan out my levels before I even attempt to make one. I'm waiting until the final game is out, just so I can collect all the items in the single player and work more on my ideas.

How long does the tutorial take?

GoldenPhoenix · « **Reply #101 on:** October 07, 2008, 04:56:55 PM »

How well does the controller work? Can you hook up a mouse? That was one of my main concerns was doing this all with dual sticks which I would think could become frustrating fast.

Pale · « **Reply #102 on:** October 07, 2008, 05:00:02 PM »

No mouse hook up, but the controller isn't bad. The system is very well thought out, given what is possible with the traditional control scheme.

That said, the learning curve is pretty significant. Just as depth is confusing in the gameplay, it's also confusing in the editor. I may have these reversed but I think, L1 and L2 change the thickness of the object (relative to screen depth) and R1 and R2 change the position of the object (relative to screen depth). Whenver you push one of those buttons the camera movves so you can kind of see, but it gets quite cluttered if you have a lot of things on the screen.

Other buttons and tools take a lot of learning too, but I have a feeling it will be quite smooth for those that take the time to get used to it.

NWR_Lindy · « **Reply #103 on:** October 07, 2008, 10:01:45 PM »

It looks like Media Molecule realizes that the controls can be a little unwieldy, and they'll likely patch them (and add new Sackboy abilities) after release.

http://www.eurogamer.net/article.php?article_id=254347

D_Average · « **Reply #104 on:** October 08, 2008, 12:30:59 AM »

Quote from: Silks on October 07, 2008, 10:01:45 PM

It looks like Media Molecule realizes that the controls can be a little unwieldy, and they'll likely patch them (and add new Sackboy abilities) after release.

http://www.eurogamer.net/article.php?article_id=254347

Oh man I hope so, I had some very frustrating moments this evening. As it stands now, I just can't see casuals latching on just quite yet.

Schadenfreude · « **Reply #105 on:** October 08, 2008, 07:10:04 AM »

Good news to hear.

D_Average · « **Reply #106 on:** October 08, 2008, 10:29:20 AM »

Anyone else have trouble w/ the tutorial where you have to line up the sack boy cut outs on steps?

Schadenfreude · « **Reply #107 on:** October 08, 2008, 11:13:31 AM »

That one was a pain. I eventually got it, but it's easy to mess up on.

D_Average · « **Reply #108 on:** October 08, 2008, 11:15:32 AM »

I have no idea what I was doing wrong. I switched the depths, size, rotation, ugg, I got pretty pissed!

Nick DiMola · « **Reply #109 on:** October 08, 2008, 02:14:05 PM »

Anybody want a beta code? USAToday sent me 2. If so, PM it up.

Sold to blackfootsteps!

D_Average · « **Reply #110 on:** October 08, 2008, 02:26:28 PM »

Quote from: Mr. Jack on October 08, 2008, 02:14:05 PM

Anybody want a beta code? USAToday sent me 2. If so, PM it up.

I was just gonna say, they have 15,000! For anyone that still needs one,
http://www.usatoday.com/tech/gaming/2008-10-06-little-big-planet_N.htm

NWR_Lindy · « **Reply #111 on:** October 08, 2008, 02:57:34 PM »

I got one from a guy at work. My PS3 is happily downloading the Beta right now, so I'll see you guys in there.

D_Average · « **Reply #112 on:** October 08, 2008, 03:29:37 PM »

Awesome!

Nick DiMola · « **Reply #113 on:** October 08, 2008, 08:06:34 PM »

This game is really a bunch of fun! Maybe tomorrow we can setup a 4 player online thing?

D_Average · « **Reply #114 on:** October 08, 2008, 08:17:06 PM »

That would be cool. I've tried only w/ randoms thus far and its been a lagfest, perhaps it'll work better w/ PSN friends.

Schadenfreude · « **Reply #115 on:** October 08, 2008, 08:22:36 PM »

I'd be down for that, but I'm sure it would still be laggy.

blackfootsteps · « **Reply #116 on:** October 08, 2008, 08:42:38 PM »

Thanks to Mr Jack's generosity I am now in the beta!

NWR_Lindy · « **Reply #117 on:** October 08, 2008, 08:56:44 PM »

Wow, I'm really impressed. Yes, it's "only" a platformer. But it really has the feel of a Nintendo game through and through. It so refreshing and different that you can't help but be instantly engaged by it.

Creating stickers with the Playstation Eye is awesome.

Schadenfreude · « **Reply #118 on:** October 08, 2008, 09:54:41 PM »

It's too bad the resolution is so low.

NWR_Lindy · « **Reply #119 on:** October 09, 2008, 01:23:17 AM »

Yeah, they're pretty low-res alright. They also take a while to save/load as well.

bustin98 · « **Reply #120 on:** October 09, 2008, 01:39:26 AM »

I have the game, too, thanks to USAToday. Played some online. Smacking the other sackboys is entertaining. Especially during the jumping mini-game...

D_Average · « **Reply #121 on:** October 09, 2008, 09:52:54 AM »

Quote from: bustin98 on October 09, 2008, 01:39:26 AM

I have the game, too, thanks to USAToday. Played some online. Smacking the other sackboys is entertaining. Especially during the jumping mini-game...

How do you smack them? With R2?

bustin98 · « **Reply #122 on:** October 09, 2008, 11:03:51 AM »

R2 or L2. While being able to move your arms, push the stick away from the other guy then quickly push toward them. You can make the gesture on your own to practice.

We should get a four player online thing going before the beta ends.

D_Average · « **Reply #123 on:** October 09, 2008, 12:26:58 PM »

I'll have to try the slap tonight!

As far as pix, I'm thinking of getting the Eye to butter utilize the game. Do you guys use it for anything else, or does it just kind of sit there? Is 40 bux the best deal I'll find?

Also, I'm going to need a 2nd controller so my wife can play. Anyone have any recommendations on a less expensive 3rd party option thats reliable?

Schadenfreude · « **Reply #124 on:** October 09, 2008, 12:44:30 PM »

I got the Eyetoy for $32 on Amazon JUST for LBP, so I can't comment on it's other uses.

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Author Topic: Little Big Planet (Read 70517 times)