Gonna pick this up on Friday after my finals. Because if I got it at midnight, finals would not go well.
Gonna pick this up on Friday after my finals. Because if I got it at midnight, finals would not go well.
More control than I'd have in that situation.Originally Posted by Kejoriv
Just over 4 hours..
Well just got back from picking my copy up and now it's installing. I'll probably only play for a few minutes and then goto sleep, got work early tomorrow. For those who went, how was the outcome? My store had a small little line in it, but it's expected since we're usually the last place people check. One guy was talking about how his friend was waiting at Gamestop since 8pm and he was probably waiting at the counter for an hour.
This is really the only midnight release I've ever waited for and if my store wasn't right around the corner from me, I probably wouldn't have even bothered.
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I just got back from the store I picked up the collectors edition. I will open it tomorrow morning. I will say the box feels heavier than I expected. I hope that is an indication of good things.
I will give my impressions tomorrow morning.
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This game is EPIC. I've already gotten in a few games of Bowling.
All I can say after about 3 hours of play, is that I can not wait to put more time into the game. Impressive physics, lighting, and voice acting so far. Little more pop-in than I had hoped for, but not really bothersome unless you are looking for it. Might jump online when I wake up tomorrow (or later today....).
man I want this game. Any advise as to weather I should get the 360 or PS3 version? I don't have either system, but was going to pick up one in June when I got my free government money.
Or are both versions pretty much the same, not considering the DL content?
I didn't buy the game, but I went to GameCrazy and hung out with a friend who had a preorder there. They let everyone hang out in the store and it was pretty packed (note that the GC I was at wasn't your typical "fenced off in a corner of Hollywood Video" kind of store, and though it was attached to an HV, it was larger - the size of your typical mall retail space), but it wasn't too long before my friend's number was called up and she got her copy (a 360 special edition), a faceplate, and a strategy guide.
If you're not interested in DLC, the PS3 version is a bit sharper and has less pop-in from what I've read.
...but if you don't have either machine, the 360 is the way to go.
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From behind the counter;
Despite the weather going to crap, we did pretty well. Had about 80+ people, all rung up and out in 30 minutes. I was the bouncer / line organizer, and from the door I looked in and saw all three co-workers frozen for a second.
Turned out a customer was there to pick up his Major League 2K8 pre-order.
Seriously.
At Midnight...two weeks too late.
Good times.
On an unrelated note, Kotaku's Maryland GS midnight opening story featured the GS I used to frequent all the time when I live in MD back in 1999/2000. Good times.
So apparently, according to Kotaku, every copy of GTA IV comes with a free month of Xbox Live Gold. Mine didn't for some reason, though. I don't have a Gold account, so it would've been nice if I could avoid paying for a month.
The picture kotaku has is of a card from another country (Asia maybe?). I'm guessing this promotion doesn't include the US.
My collectors edition came with a 1 month gold card
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I picked up my copy (regular 360 version) this morning before work. Now the game is sitting here on my desk and I can't concentrate on anything. Most of the people on my friends list have been playing this since last night. This is torture.
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I believe only the US release special edition came with the one month trial as, I did no receive a trial card either. Other than that went to the GameStop release (after my nightmare at Game Crazy for Halo3 and SSBB) and probably about sixty kids there. They were checking ID's at the entrance, turns out I was the fourth oldest person in the store (90% of the kids were the 14-18 year old crowd). So I got to listen to their mindless chatter about it would be so cool if you could upload your fuckin WoW character into GTA and then fuckin destroy stuff.
Anyway, they released right at mindnight and everyone was out of the store in 14 minutes. I got my copy and was at my car by 12:04. Played for three hours when I got home, loads of fun. I'm not loving driving as much as I thought I would and finding buildings to go inside is ridiculously difficult. Other than that amazing.
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The PS3 has free online services as well. If you're not into paying for Live, that's another plus (and what just sold me, heh).
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I just picked up the normal 360 copy, and I got the free month card.
My collectors edition did come with the 1 month trial. Can't wait to play this tonight.
a bought the PS3 version and its sitting in my truck right now, waiting for me to drive home to start playing. How the hell am I supposed to sit here for another 2 hours until I can even go home. So how is it in comparison to the other GTAs (3 and up). I just want to see how much different/better it is now than before. I guess I'll find out in a couple hours though.
My girlfriend picked up my Special Edition last night. It came with a free month trial for Live.
Gina showed up at 12 to pick up my copy. Didn't want to wait in line cause she was the only girl there, but she did anyway. When they came around they said "Oh you are here to pick up for Ricardo." They let her cut through the line and get her copy and go. I used to work there. Told her I was a nerd VIP and I "knew" people. That's sad.
Anyhow, after working a ten hour shift from 4:30 pm to 2:30 am, I stayed up and played the game for nine hours until noon. Although work is gonna be hell, it was worth it. probably do it again tonight.
I am almost fifteen percent complete with the game. Below are a list of things I like and don't like
Like
Special Edition Packaging- Box, although over sized, is very nice looking and even the normal packaging has a nice look to it with it's raised lettering. Artbook and keychain also display well. could have used nicer packaging for the soundtrack though.
Driving-At first I hated it it, but, the more I have played with the braking and cornering, the more it grows on me. Able to put the car through some very tight spots.Also, no more instant fires and explosions once a car flips over.
Shooting/Targeting-Much improved imho.There are a couple of ways to do this,I myself prefer to hold down the left trigger and aim with the right stick in free mode.
Relationships/Mini games-Fun stuff here. calling your friends or vice versa and going out to plays games and chit chat. Not only do you get to play a mini game, but, you also build relationships with the characters which can lead to bonus' and support later in the game. darts seem too easy, bowling is just right, and I haven't got the hang of eight ball yet.\
getting hit by cars/ejected from cars- Impressive non ragdoll physics on characters. First time I was ejected from a vehicle was my first ZOMGBBQ GTA moment.
Walking drunk- Haha, so funny to watch your character, and maybe even another one, try to maintain their balance while slurring their speech. I've been hit by a car a few times because of this.
Dislike
Driving Drunk-Everytime I do this, It starts to make me sick to my stomach after watching the screen for more than twenty seconds. I think I'll be taking a cab from now on.
Hand to Hand Combat-So far not a fan of this. I think I need more practice. Seems to be a bit of a delay when you push the button and when your character swings. Less noticeable when armed with a weapon. Seems counter attacking is the main draw here. I also hate when I am trying to hit someone and I push them instead. To be fair, you can push someone to the ground and wail on 'em.
Walking-Sometimes it seems as though Niko walks a bit slow. Just something I noticed at first and has become less and less apparent.
Am I a Vampire?- I dunno about anyone else, but, I had to go into the display settings and crank up the contrast and brightness. Almost pitch black at night out of the box. Also had to change surround setting from side to rear.
I haven't really found many hidden things to do yet. I'm guessing this opens up later in the game. I have found one stunt jump and also found out you can shoot the birds throughout the city. Apparently there are 200 as it says flying rats remaining in the city 199 after you kill the first one. I've found 2. one on the expressway and one in the park. I wonder if they move or are in set places?
Also, I wonder if the choice you are asked to make in one of the earlier missions will come back to haunt/reward you? I took the high road.
All in all, I am impressed and enjoying my stay so far in Liberty City.
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so far I have not played the 360 version I picked up today, but I have been reading all the hype and comparisons between the two. So far the oddest report from kotaku, was that the ps3 version runs at 630p, while the 360 runs at 780p??? that to me sounds odd, but whatever, its also been said that the games are pretty much identical, with some, albeit minimal pop-in/up on the 360 version, but both versions are guilty of the same, just a lil moreso on the 360. Hell to me they are the same, and I am just happy to be able to finally play GTA4.... SUPER SWEEET!!!
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Not even 2 hours into the game, and only 2 dates, and already, I got the 'Warm Coffee ' achievement.
That is pretty lame. Is is possible to cancel the amazon order, they shouldnt of charged your card yet.
Newegg.com has it in stock with 3 business day shipping and 3 day UPS guaranteed delivery. So it should take 6 days at the longest. It may ship out even sooner, I ordered the regular version last night and it already shipped this morning.
As soon as I was able to save the game for the first time I jumped into multiplayer and played that. With a group of people it's great! We all just drive around and do whatever.
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