Quick Look: Scott Pilgrim Vs. The World

I might be into this. Any word on how long it is? Cause not one of my friends will be buying this, so there's NO multi-player component drawing me in.

Brad never played RCR?
 
<GOB> Oh, C'MON!</GOB>

I would buy this game just to listen to the soundtrack.

Another case of hating something popular because it's the "cool" thing to do. This is the reason I never visit Screened... Hope Giantbomb doesn't turn into that also.

looks amazing will buy this when it comes out on xbla

Wanted to like the demo... glad I purchased Lunar Silver Star Harmony before the sale ended instead of Scotty P.  

Can't you guys see it as a homage to hold classic videogames as they assume it is instead of a "rip off" as you say?

This game looks awesome.  All the references make it a real love letter to video games, and the art and animation are top notch.  I'll be buying it when it comes to the 360.

Absolutely loved the comics,even if O'Malley lost himself trying to tie it all up.

" Can't you guys see it as a homage to hold classic videogames as they assume it is instead of a "rip off" as you say? "

I bet 100 dollars that if Scott Pilgrim was released at the same time for xb360. GiantBomb would have chosen that version...

I already finished the game on 360, so it's definitely coming.

" I bet 100 dollars that if Scott Pilgrim was released at the same time for xb360. GiantBomb would have chosen that version... "

I agree with Brad and Jeff, this looks like it's trying too hard. Also, why is Scott Pilgrim's gf not wearing any pants?

Never read Scott Pilgrim.  I heard this game was like RCR and that's all it took to sell me on the game.

" @Miketorreza said:

"  I'm not a Scott Pilgrim fan but I think this game deserves more of a chance than Jeff and Brad gave it. It's really weird when someone acts so negative about a game that actually looks pretty cool. What's wrong with a game referencing other games? With 3d Dot Game Heroes people were trashing on it because it was similar to the original Zelda, but that's the whole point. Both that and this are paying respect to some great games that are still fun and still deserve attention. Maybe they aren't as good as them but at least they exist.I didn't hear Jeff whining that Singularity was too similar to Bioshock or that Alpha Protocol was too similar to Mass Effect or the tons of mindless shooters that are just clones of Modern Warfare. But apparently, none of his complaints apply to his beloved generic shooters whose formulas are just as dull to me as other games are to him, or all the dumb Arcade games he has a weird affinity for.This wouldn't be as much of a problem if the people on this site were normal, but whatever feelings the staff have about a game, this community latches on to it and defends it to death. You're ruining a lot of decent games for a lot of easily influenced people.All I'm saying is maybe don't be so negative all the time guys, give games a chance, and maybe you'll have fun with games that don't have Call of Duty or Mortal Kombat in the title. "

or maybe this game isnt that great. ever thought of that?  whats even funniner than all the people agreeing with jeff and brad, are all the people white knighting the game. Ok we get it, its popular, and some people hate it, because its popular, and you try liking it so you wont be grouped with the popular haters, but cmon, this is toooo much. "

I weep for your cold, dead hearts.
 
This looks cute as hell, and frankly River City Ransom was one of my favorite old NES games back in the day, so I can't imagine sticking close to its formula could be a bad thing. It's not like it's been replicated very well before that I'm aware of.

the music sounds remarkably uninspired to me.

" Another case of hating something popular because it's the "cool" thing to do. This is the reason I never visit Screened... Hope Giantbomb doesn't turn into that also. "

" @Ockman: I will agree with that statement but most multiplatform games are exactly the same across the platforms. The fact that they are playing the 360 version shouldn't bother people. Its not like they are saying this is the best version, they're just playing the 360 because its they're preference. That sounds biased in itself but it would only be biased if they actively said yo get this on the 360 instead. I don't see why they have to play the ps3 version, its the same game...but maybe I'm missing your point idk "

is it like river city randsom?

nice

to be fair, I think they might have enjoyed this more if they'd been able to see the film first.

china warrior man, turbografix had some HUGE guys ok

Paul Robertson makes awesome art. This game is beautiful and fun. Need to have some friends over to play it properly though...

" @Onno10 said:

" Jeff is negative in this quick look because he feels he already has played this game a million times, Give him a break geez. "

the hell? Beat em ups are practically nonexistent these days, if Jeff feels like he's played this game a million times already.....I'd hate for him to find out how many shooters he has played. "

Maybe it's awesome.

I have no attachment to any of the Scott Pilgrim stuff, but this looks kind of cool.

All the times I've seen Paul Robertson animated shorts I've wanted them to be a video game. Love his art style. I was mainly excited about this game just because he's involved. The fact that it's also like RCR is just another good reason to pick this up.

So I just saw the movie last night, and it was pretty awesome. Although, I think I like the game a little more actually, lol. 

" Paul Robertson? DAY ONE PURCHASE. CONFIRMED. "
 
 
Same reasoning as me.

Wow...what the heck is wrong with Jeff in this one? 
 
He seemed to dismiss this game without giving it a chance. As you level up, and gain stats from eating your combat speed/strength increases. In the same realm as Castle Crashers. So I would urge people not to jump at the conclusion the combat is slow. It really isn't by the time you reach the end. Actually it gets a bit hectic.
 
I never really heard of the comics so I am coming at this as a newbie. This seemed like a very enjoyable beat-em-up, and it is. Actually is one of the most enjoyable games I played all year. Yes it is very similar to River City Ransom, and why Jeff reacts like it is a bad thing is beyond me. There really have not been ANY games similar to RCR in a very long time. Especially since most beat-em-ups have no level up system, or story at all. Just a continuous side-scroll. That is even including that genres hayday back in the NES/SNES eras.
 
This game is not perfect, but it is supposed to a homage to all the classic games from yesteryear. The game is not without its faults, but it a very solid game with a lot going for it. I too wish they had online mulitiplayer, but it is still a great game solo. I plan on inviting some friends over as well to play.  I can understand if the online is a so-sale for some, but for Jeff to treat this as a bad movie game is disappointing. Which seems like he approached it as just that. Just another movie based game. 
 
People in the industry always talk fondly about the games of their past, and say how it would be nice to relive it. Then a game comes along that does its best to abashedly embrace that very concept, and the same reviewers bash it. While some people will love this game, and some will hate it it did not deserve this.
 
Giantbomb give it a try. If it is not your cup of tea, or if the lack of Online is a deal breaker that is cool. Just do not base your decision on this Quicklook. I hate to say it, but this is one time I completely disagree with Jeff. Whom I usually agree with a lot actually in his reviews. I just feel that this game was not fairly shown, and done show in a such a negative matter as if they were reviewing the next Ironman Movie game.
 
I apologize for such the long comment post. This just really made me shake my head in disappointment. Not because they did not like it; which honestly is no big deal because people have different taste in games, but how they presented it here. Never gave it a chance, or seemed to even get the concept of what the game was about.

" ...Not because they did not like it; which honestly is no big deal because people have different taste in games, but how they presented it here. Never gave it a chance, or seemed to even get the concept of what the game was about. "

"Everything I understand of this franchise is that it's geared toward little emo douche bags with thick black rimmed glasses and ironic tee-shirts who attend cupcake parties and hug parties."

" I can't get into this Scott Pilgrim thing. I only recently learned that it is based on a comic and that it's also a movie. Everything I understand of this franchise is that it's geared toward little emo douche bags with thick black rimmed glasses and ironic tee-shirts who attend cupcake parties and hug parties. On top of that, Michael Cera is apparently the star, playing the only role he is capable of.  I am absolutely certain that if I got  into any Scott Pilgrim stuff, I would just come away frustrated and hating what a douchebag the character is.  Also . . . I'm done with Michael Cera. For fuck's sake, get a new schtick. "

I like that the fat guy squeaks when you punch him. Just like in real life!

Wow. I just. Wow.
 
I cannot believe you people. Are you all seriously telling me, you never wished for a game like this? And now that it's out, you hate it?
 
You've never sat there and thought 'Wow, I wish people came and made a River City Ransom type game, with kickass graphics, a nice battle system and some sweet music'.  And yet, this hate-on most of you have for Scott Pilgrim is blinding you to the fact, that this game is a nostalgia heaven?
 
I'm simply amazed. My Scott Pilgrim fandom aside, what is so wrong with this game? I mean, Jeff, that level of distaste for this game is unjust, honestly. You never actually listed anything wrong with the game, you just seem to dislike it because it's a Side-Scrolling Beat 'em Up. (Somehow, although I remember playing a whole lot of other Side-Scrolling Beat 'em Ups when I was younger. Anyone else remember standing in the Arcade, playing Simpsons or TMNT for hours?)
 
Paul Robertson, creator of Pirate Baby Cabana Battle Street Fight and the Hikikkomori RPG, along with others from the MechaFetus crew doing a good portion of the art, what more could any person ask for?
 
Anamanaguchi doing the music? What could POSSIBLY go wrong with that?
 
Okay, so lack of Online Co-op. Is that SERIOUSLY a bad thing, that it wants you to throwback to 1992, grab some friends and actually play together? A game like this should be you, and at least one other buddy laughing and fighting your way to the end, not sitting there with a headset, getting angry when some 12 year old kid doesn't work with you the way you want.
 
Yes. Scott Pilgrim is a little overexposed. Gee, I've never seen Hollywood promote something GOOD before, something that would SELL. Gee, not at all. Many of you sound like elitists, or 13 year old kids who never owned a SNES.
 
So someone, please explain to me why you would actually hate this game, without mentioning 'Online Co-op' and 'Scott Pilgrim sucks/is overexposed'. I for one, have been hoping and wishing for a game just like this, with a ton of Nostalgic retro gaming references and a chance to grab some friends and sit around gaming, like the good ol' days in the Arcade.

I read the books recently and enjoyed them immensely. I'm not really a fan of this type of game but might give the demo a jingle-jangle all the same. 

" @Jethuty said:

" @Miketorreza said:

"  I'm not a Scott Pilgrim fan but I think this game deserves more of a chance than Jeff and Brad gave it. It's really weird when someone acts so negative about a game that actually looks pretty cool. What's wrong with a game referencing other games? With 3d Dot Game Heroes people were trashing on it because it was similar to the original Zelda, but that's the whole point. Both that and this are paying respect to some great games that are still fun and still deserve attention. Maybe they aren't as good as them but at least they exist.I didn't hear Jeff whining that Singularity was too similar to Bioshock or that Alpha Protocol was too similar to Mass Effect or the tons of mindless shooters that are just clones of Modern Warfare. But apparently, none of his complaints apply to his beloved generic shooters whose formulas are just as dull to me as other games are to him, or all the dumb Arcade games he has a weird affinity for.This wouldn't be as much of a problem if the people on this site were normal, but whatever feelings the staff have about a game, this community latches on to it and defends it to death. You're ruining a lot of decent games for a lot of easily influenced people.All I'm saying is maybe don't be so negative all the time guys, give games a chance, and maybe you'll have fun with games that don't have Call of Duty or Mortal Kombat in the title. "

or maybe this game isnt that great. ever thought of that?  whats even funniner than all the people agreeing with jeff and brad, are all the people white knighting the game. Ok we get it, its popular, and some people hate it, because its popular, and you try liking it so you wont be grouped with the popular haters, but cmon, this is toooo much. "

um, you can't throw out the "white knight" meme everytime someone disagrees with an opinion you support.  It's profoundly rude to presume that everyone who disagrees with you has bad or delusional movies for doing so.  You are calling people out for not considering the other side while you are actively dismissing those you disagree with by using a "clever" internet term. I think this is a case of the pot calling the kettle black. "