A multiplayer-focused, class-based first-person shooter running on id Tech 4, in which oppressive soldiers and anarchistic terrorists battle for the few remaining resources on a failed paradise known as the Ark.
So I had Brink on preorder but I am seriously thinking about canceling it because of the negative review and reputation. Has anyone else done this or something similar such as deciding not to get the game? I was just curious because there was a good amount of people wanting it but now it seems to be a lot less.
Played the PC version for about 3 hours tonight, and I'm pretty sure I'm never going to touch it again assuming Splash Damage makes no drastic changes via patching. Save yourself the $50. Rent it once, forget about it.
There's a few videos of people playing on Youtube and it doesn't look particularly great, just another incredibly standard multiplayer FPS. I did like how they were trying to focus on teamwork and co-operation, but they only seem to be doing that by limiting features. Even before the reviews, people didn't seem to be too excited about it and there's a lot of negativity even on the official forums.
Considering the game relies on its player base 100%, I'd say give this one a miss, if it's not dead on arrival, it will be in a few months.
For all the hype about Brink being "the parkour shooter" (hell, check out the latest promo video here), they really seem to have done absolutely nothing interesting with the SMART system.
" So I had Brink on preorder but I am seriously thinking about canceling it because of the negative review and reputation. Has anyone else done this or something similar such as deciding not to get the game? I was just curious because there was a good amount of people wanting it but now it seems to be a lot less. Thanks. "
I don't really care what others think unless a game is a major unknown to me. Brink looks interesting enough for me to take a chance on it either way. I've played too many good games that were not considered such by most people....form your own opinions is my advice.
Unless of course you can only afford one game at the moment, in which case you should of course go for a safer choice.
I was holding out to see just how the single-player component would be handled. It doesn't seem to be terribly worthwhile and as someone who primarily plays single-player games it doesn't look like it's for me. I'll likely pick it up when it goes mega-cheap.
" the game seem to of bombed critically, it is getting middling to good reviews. So its not universally praised. "
Not universally praised = bombing? Wtf is wrong with you people? "
As I said not a terrible game, but Brink tech issues are pretty pathetic even for a new release. Overall the $60 even $50 tag seems way higher for 8 or so maps in a multi player based game.
" So I had Brink on preorder but I am seriously thinking about canceling it because of the negative review and reputation. Has anyone else done this or something similar such as deciding not to get the game? I was just curious because there was a good amount of people wanting it but now it seems to be a lot less. Thanks. "
I don't really care what others think unless a game is a major unknown to me. Brink looks interesting enough for me to take a chance on it either way. I've played too many good games that were not considered such by most people....form your own opinions is my advice.
Unless of course you can only afford one game at the moment, in which case you should of course go for a safer choice.
Well I was really looking forward to it (Looked at a BUNCH of videos on it) and still really want it but if other people don't like it and the community dies within months (Similar to Shadowrun) is there a point getting it?
" So I had Brink on preorder but I am seriously thinking about canceling it because of the negative review and reputation. Has anyone else done this or something similar such as deciding not to get the game? I was just curious because there was a good amount of people wanting it but now it seems to be a lot less. Thanks. "
I don't really care what others think unless a game is a major unknown to me. Brink looks interesting enough for me to take a chance on it either way. I've played too many good games that were not considered such by most people....form your own opinions is my advice.
Unless of course you can only afford one game at the moment, in which case you should of course go for a safer choice.
Well I was really looking forward to it (Looked at a BUNCH of videos on it) and still really want it but if other people don't like it and the community dies within months (Similar to Shadowrun) is there a point getting it? "
True, but you can't know that. I would say the potential for a following is greater on PC though, console gamers have a shorter attention span. Also, people are more liable to complain loudly than praise a game loudly...wait a week then and gauge its community.
" the game seem to of bombed critically, it is getting middling to good reviews. So its not universally praised. "
Not universally praised = bombing? Wtf is wrong with you people? "
A game can get good reviews and still bomb. Bombing is a term that refers solely to sales.
I don't see it completely bombing, but again, the game relies on its community and since we've started getting proper gameplay videos of the game, the community has had very mixed feelings. Now that the game is getting bad reviews, a lot of the potential community has given up and cancelled pre-orders.
The fact they had an embargo on the reviews for so long was enough for me to cancel my order.
@WinterSnowblind: Yeah except the phrase was "bombed critically".
How is it getting bad reviews? Checking metacritic it has 2 bad, 2 mixed and 9 good for the 360. PC and PS3 have just one or two reviews each and those are all positive. It's still early days so it's impossible to tell. But based on current info I just don't see how you can claim it has "bad reviews".
As much as I wanted this to be good, the fact that it's not doing so great at least makes me feel better for my decision to preorder L.A. Noire instead of this.
I was pretty hyped for this game, although tbh thinking about it now I'd not seen much of it. I really like the art style and had hoped for a great single player shooter with a great parkour system and a decent online, seems we got the exact opposite :/
" So I had Brink on preorder but I am seriously thinking about canceling it because of the negative review and reputation. Has anyone else done this or something similar such as deciding not to get the game? I was just curious because there was a good amount of people wanting it but now it seems to be a lot less. Thanks. "
I never thought I'd hear myself say this but, you really need to check out Jim Sterling's review at Destructoid...
It's surprisingly balanced and well written - highlighting everything he loves about the game while accepting its many flaws - something Drew did exceptionally well with his GT5 review.
He 'only' scored it a 7.5 but that seems to be in line with most critics so far and he makes a compelling case for giving the game a try.
Why are my gaming tastes so different? I absolutely love this game! I only wish I had better specs.
I'm a lvl 11 light medic and have been playing it since it released on Steam. I aced all the challenges by myself and am 2 missions away from finishing the campaign as the rebels.
The shooting, the movement, and the parkour all feel ace. I've heard about people bitching about the AI, and honestly, I don't see what the problem is. I utilize the command wheel, pick an objective that says escort someone, and watch them complete the mission as I back them up.
When I'm dying, AI comes and revives me. When I'm out of ammo, AI comes and resupplies me. Whats the problem?
I want to be able to play this game online before the userbase dissipates. It makes me sad that it might be DoA cause this is the first multiplayer shooter I have enjoyed since CSS. (hated Cod)
Why are my gaming tastes so different? I absolutely love this game! I only wish I had better specs.
I'm a lvl 11 light medic and have been playing it since it released on Steam. I aced all the challenges by myself and am 2 missions away from finishing the campaign as the rebels.
The shooting, the movement, and the parkour all feel ace. I've heard about people bitching about the AI, and honestly, I don't see what the problem is. I utilize the command wheel, pick an objective that says escort someone, and watch them complete the mission as I back them up.
When I'm dying, AI comes and revives me. When I'm out of ammo, AI comes and resupplies me. Whats the problem?
I want to be able to play this game online before the userbase dissipates. It makes me sad that it might be DoA cause this is the first multiplayer shooter I have enjoyed since CSS. (hated Cod)
Why are my gaming tastes so different? I absolutely love this game! I only wish I had better specs. I'm a lvl 11 light medic and have been playing it since it released on Steam. I aced all the challenges by myself and am 2 missions away from finishing the campaign as the rebels. The shooting, the movement, and the parkour all feel ace. I've heard about people bitching about the AI, and honestly, I don't see what the problem is. I utilize the command wheel, pick an objective that says escort someone, and watch them complete the mission as I back them up. When I'm dying, AI comes and revives me. When I'm out of ammo, AI comes and resupplies me. Whats the problem?
I want to be able to play this game online before the userbase dissipates. It makes me sad that it might be DoA cause this is the first multiplayer shooter I have enjoyed since CSS. (hated Cod)
I've played it and I know its a fucking awesome game. You are a fool if you've cancelled. The small bad points people have pointed out are irrelevant once the game releases retail.
The bots aren't stupid when you put them on Hard difficulty. I've tried this for a few hours now and its really pretty good. Once the game releases online and people get used to it then it will come into a world of its own.
I don't agree with reviewing a Multiplayer focused game before release, esspecially one where not too many people are playing online and it dumps bots in to fill it.
Why are my gaming tastes so different? I absolutely love this game! I only wish I had better specs.
I'm a lvl 11 light medic and have been playing it since it released on Steam. I aced all the challenges by myself and am 2 missions away from finishing the campaign as the rebels.
The shooting, the movement, and the parkour all feel ace. I've heard about people bitching about the AI, and honestly, I don't see what the problem is. I utilize the command wheel, pick an objective that says escort someone, and watch them complete the mission as I back them up.
When I'm dying, AI comes and revives me. When I'm out of ammo, AI comes and resupplies me. Whats the problem?
I want to be able to play this game online before the userbase dissipates. It makes me sad that it might be DoA cause this is the first multiplayer shooter I have enjoyed since CSS. (hated Cod)
Why are my gaming tastes so different? I absolutely love this game! I only wish I had better specs.
I'm a lvl 11 light medic and have been playing it since it released on Steam. I aced all the challenges by myself and am 2 missions away from finishing the campaign as the rebels.
The shooting, the movement, and the parkour all feel ace. I've heard about people bitching about the AI, and honestly, I don't see what the problem is. I utilize the command wheel, pick an objective that says escort someone, and watch them complete the mission as I back them up.
When I'm dying, AI comes and revives me. When I'm out of ammo, AI comes and resupplies me. Whats the problem?
I want to be able to play this game online before the userbase dissipates. It makes me sad that it might be DoA cause this is the first multiplayer shooter I have enjoyed since CSS. (hated Cod)
Even in some of the most negative reviews, I see people saying how much of a blast it is to play. So I don't see why I should cancel my pre-order just because it doesn't have some insane Metacritic score in the 90s.
" Why are my gaming tastes so different? I absolutely love this game! I only wish I had better specs.
I'm a lvl 11 light medic and have been playing it since it released on Steam. I aced all the challenges by myself and am 2 missions away from finishing the campaign as the rebels.
The shooting, the movement, and the parkour all feel ace. I've heard about people bitching about the AI, and honestly, I don't see what the problem is. I utilize the command wheel, pick an objective that says escort someone, and watch them complete the mission as I back them up.
When I'm dying, AI comes and revives me. When I'm out of ammo, AI comes and resupplies me. Whats the problem?
I want to be able to play this game online before the userbase dissipates. It makes me sad that it might be DoA cause this is the first multiplayer shooter I have enjoyed since CSS. (hated Cod)
Can you link some PC screenshots?
Curious what the UI is like on a larger resolution.
I decided a while back I wasn't going to get it. Just didn't seem too interesting to me (though I admit I'm not much really keen on first person shooters)
" Even in some of the most negative reviews, I see people saying how much of a blast it is to play. So I don't see why I should cancel my pre-order just because it doesn't have some insane Metacritic score in the 90s. "
I must capture you and put you in a jar for study! You seem reasonable!
I've played Brink quite a lot at this point and the main thing is this. Do you have a group of friends to play it with? This game will live or die by how well you and your team work together.
If you get this game, buy it via Direct2Drive and use the promo code "sizzle". I preordered this game, but only because I got it for $40 using that promo. I very much doubt I would have picked it up on a console for $60.
I really dig the customization, and in my (very) brief time playing Brink the weapon aesthetics/sound and movement has hit a sweet spot for me. The aiming does seem a little off... I need to play with settings to see if I can tweak it or if it is just part of the game. I've read in reviews the objectives and maps can be unbalanced, but I haven't played enough to encounter that yet. I'm gonna try to write a review for the site when I feel I've got a handle on the game.
I really want to like this game, and it sounds like a lot of reviewers wanted to as well. I get the feeling the Xbox 360 version is not worth purchasing right now, but the PC version might be (not just saying that because it's the version I bought, I swear!)
Question for those familiar with how Splash Damage operates, do they provide decent post-release support?
" I've played Brink quite a lot at this point and the main thing is this. Do you have a group of friends to play it with? This game will live or die by how well you and your team work together. "
What he said. It's basically a game you need to play with actual people compared to crap bot matches. This will probably be ending up having the same fate as Shadowrun but at least this got higher reviews.
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