Star Wars Battlefront
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Not content with just the Episode VII trailer, we've also got this to look forward to.

https://www.playstation.com/en-gb/games ... front-ps4/
I watched that last night and had a bit of a sex wee
I hadn't planned on getting a new gen console, but now I'm absolutely going to have to.
So, this should be a nice, simple, uncontroversial question: which is better, XBone or PS4?
PS4 has the better hardware and I think there are more beexers with one.
Dr Zoidberg wrote:
PS4 has the better hardware and I think there are more beexers with one.


Pretty much :this:

Hardware doesn't really matter, it's pretty much the same, and you won't think you are second rate if you get an xbox. But if you want to play with beex people, then most of us went PS4 this time around. I'll certainly be getting SW Battlefront on PS4.
But Xbox has Kinect.
EA must be out skinning animals to upgrade their purse size for all the money they'll be making. No, that's Ubisoft. Anyway, these money grabbing con artists will no doubt be milking the teats raw out of this one. DLC, IAPs, character skins, weapon skins, voices, new weapons, purchase progression unlocks, maps etcetera. It'll be Battlefield style rinsing turned up to ten. Squared.
If people want to pay extra for in-game shinies then that's entirely their choice. I don't have a problem with that kind of DLC.
It's anything that gives you a gameplay advantage that I'm not keen on, and either way I'm pretty sure I'll get me money's worth out of this one as standard.
Is there some actual gameplay footage that people are excited about, or is everyone just reacting to that cutscene?
(1) the cutscene is using the game engine so it's clearly pretty.
(2) if you watch all the way to the end there are a few bits that are clearly in game footage
(3) star wars
Shooting Ewoks in the balls is going to be ace fun!
Is this just multiplayer? If so isn't all the scene setting and attention to detail going to be a bit wasted when it's all just full of screaming elmos?
It literally says "not actual gameplay".

An in engine cutscene is barely representative of what the game will actually look like.
Stop being such a bloody killjoy would you
Well I don't want people watching a video that is not representative of a game and then getting disappointed when they discover that the game doesn't actually look like the video
Naah naaah, na na na naaaaah nah, na na na naaaah nah, na na na naaaaaaaah
Looks nice and see its PS4, Xbox One and PC, although I suspect the PS4 has the first release?
What's the player count on this anyway? 64? 32? 128?

If there's a massive player count I might be more interested. What's wrong with developers these days? It's like they are afraid to discuss player counts when they used to be all the rave. Let's have some more games like MAG.
Saturnalian wrote:
What's the player count on this anyway? 64? 32? 128?

If there's a massive player count I might be more interested. What's wrong with developers these days? It's like they are afraid to discuss player counts when they used to be all the rave. Let's have some more games like MAG.


It's because they're all too tight-arsed to provide dedicated servers, and there's a limit to how many concurrent players you can realistically support on their shonky P2P models. (Otherwise known as 'one of the players gets to be the server'.)

We've been playing a lot of GTA5 Online recently which uses the model whereby one of the players effectively hosts the server, and it's pretty damn flaky. Kind of detracts from the game a bit. (It's alright once we're on our private shard to do the heists, but the inbetweeny bits....)

IIRC for BF4 they did bring in dedicated servers for consoles? Certainly for the Battlefields we've always got our own Manx server to play on, they're really not that expensive when shared between a few people. Also with a proper server browser and list, you can start to bookmark known good servers with decent admins, rules, and so on. Hopefully this Star Wars game will have the same system.

If there's the option for maybe a few BEEX-ers to get together and rent their own Star Wars server for a few months, that could be a good answer. (One step short of that, if there are dedicated servers at all, that fixes most of the problems, and allows larger player numbers up to 64.)
That looks incredibly polished for a game that's not out for seventeen months.
It's out this year...?
Mr Kissyfur wrote:
It's out this year...?


Yeah, November.
Indeed. Maybe Grim got confused by the American dateline.

Same month as Fallout 4! Yay!
FUCKING STUPID MERKINS
that looks great, but at the end of the day it is just another battlefront so ... ?
It's a new Battlefront. Isn't that enough?

There hasn't been one for, what, 10 years?
Elite Squadron was in 2009.
yeah, but it is just a reskinned Battlefield game though, innit.
It's a DS game so doesn't count.
Bobbyaro wrote:
yeah, but it is just a reskinned Battlefield game though, innit.


Apparently.
You're all dead inside.
Bobbyaro wrote:
that looks great, but at the end of the day it is just another battlefront so ... ?

The final orgasm I had after watching the trailers last night was pure granulated salt, if that helps.
Just for Kissyfur.



Those pre-rendered bits shown between the gameplay bits are a bit misleading if you ask me.
Well that looks rather fine, and is conveniently released a couple of days before I have a week off.
Beta info : http://blog.eu.playstation.com/2015/10/ ... r=36969785

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Star Wars Battlefront PS4 beta: All your questions answered
Everything you need to know about the impending trial run

We’re days away from white-knuckle battles, blaster showdowns, lightsaber duels, and sweeping conflicts across iconic Star Wars vistas. The Star Wars Battlefront beta begins 8th October on PS4, welcoming prospective Rebels and Imperials from around the globe to sample Battlefront’s massive multiplayer modes.

To prepare you for the upcoming beta, we asked Battlefront Community Manager Mat Everett and our colleagues at EA and DICE to give us all the details on how to get in, get ready, and get playing. Let’s get started!

What is the Star Wars Battlefront beta?
Mat Everett: It’s an opportunity for the team at DICE to test various aspects of Star Wars Battlefront and its online infrastructure. Because of this, you may experience interruptions to gameplay.

When is it?
Mat Everett: The beta opens on 8th October to players all around the globe.

Do I need to register?
Mat Everett: Nope, it’s open to all PS4 players. There’s no need to register, so you can dive into the game and join the fight.

Do I need to be a PlayStation Plus member to play it?
Mat Everett: Nope! It’s open to all PS4 players with an internet connection.

Where can I find the beta?
Mat Everett: Head over to PlayStation Store.

How big will the download be?
Mat Everett: Around 7GB.

Will there be maintenance windows or updates?
Mat Everett: As this is a technical test, there will most likely be downtimes and restarts, etc. Full details and updates will be posted on the forums.

When will the beta end?
Mat Everett: 12th October. Exact times vary by region.

What modes can I play once it starts?
Mat Everett: The beta includes three modes spread across three iconic planets, including:

Walker Assault on Hoth: Fight in epic 40-player battles as a Rebel to destroy the Empire’s onslaught of AT-AT’s by calling in Y-wing bombers. Or, side with the Empire and protect your walkers while utilizing their mighty weaponry to crush the Rebel objective.
Drop Zone on Sullust: Escape pods are crashing down and you and your team must fight to control them. With its frantic 8v8 matches, Drop Zone is sure to put your combat and strategy skills to the test.
Survival Mission on Tatooine: Play alone or with a friend via co-op or split-screen as you battle to hold off waves of Imperial forces including AT-ST’s, TIE fighters, elite stormtroopers, and more.

Is there a level cap?
Mat Everett: You can advance to level five. Once you hit the level cap you’ll no longer be able to progress to higher levels, though you’ll still be able to unlock items.

Do my stats and progression carry over to the main game?
Mat Everett: Stats and progression will not carry over to the final game.

How many players can play via split-screen on one PS4?
Mat Everett: You can play two-player split-screen on PS4 in the Survival Mission on Tatooine.

What control schemes will be available?
Mat Everett: Default controller layout, Southpaw, and Lefty options.

Can you play as a Hero unit during the beta?
Mat Everett: Of course! You can play as Darth Vader and Luke Skywalker in Walker Assault. You just need to locate the hero power-ups across the battlefront.

How much customisation do you have over your character in the beta?
Mat Everett: You can customise their hands with weapons and gadgets! Specific character customization is not unlocked in the Beta, but you’ll see a mix of options as characters will be randomly generated with male and female models.

What weapons do the Rebels have access to in each game type?
Mat Everett: Rebel players will start off with the A280C blaster and can play to unlock the DH-17, DLT-19, and E-11 blasters. There are a few other weapons players can unlock via Star Cards, but we don’t want to spoil those. Keep in mind, the beta only offers a taste of weapons, Star Cards, and features. We plan to reveal more weapons on our official site before 17th November.

What weapons does the Empire have access to in each game type?
Mat Everett: With the limited selection of weapons in the Beta, the Imperial troops will be able to unlock the same weapons as the Rebels. The difference is they will start off with their own trusted E-11 blaster. Don’t worry, they won’t miss too many shots…

What vehicles will I pilot during the Beta test?
Mat Everett: Players will be able to pilot an X-wing, A-wing, TIE fighter, TIE Interceptor, AT-ST and a Snowspeeder. You’ll also be able to control the weapons system of the mighty AT-AT.

What are some strategies for each mode?
Mat Everett: Strategies can vary depending on how you like to play, but here are a few pointers that can give you an edge in your early matches.

Survival tips
Stick to the high ground and keep your distance from the waves of enemies — allowing them to get close can spell certain death. Capture the Drop Pod before and during wave three and utilize your power-ups to dominate the Imperial forces. Also, not all waves are just your typical Stormtroopers, so gear up to take on those pesky AT-ST walkers.

Tips on Drop Zone
In this mode you have a lot of options in play style thanks to the layout on Sullust. Keeping your distance is great if you’re using the cycle rifle, but this limits your ability to play the objective.

Getting up high with a jetpack can play to your advantage against Stormtroopers or Rebels running into the deep valley paths, but note that you can easily become blaster fodder if you’re not aware of your surroundings. Finally, you can play like me and run ‘n’ gun and focus on clearing out the Drop Pod areas and holding the objective.

Tips on Walker Assault
This mode is by far the most complex in the beta, with moving objectives, massive areas for battle, and keeping aerial assaults in mind — you’re going to be challenged in every way possible.

From the Rebel perspective: Capture both uplinks and hold them as long as you can. The longer you secure these key objectives, the more Y-wing bombers you unlock. These are key to weakening the AT-AT walkers and allow you to do significant damage to them. The AT-AT walkers only take significant damage while vulnerable.

Securing anti-vehicle rocket launchers and well-placed Ion grenades will be your go-to in the beta. But focus those AT-AT walkers when they’re vulnerable and you should be able to hold back the Empire.

Snowspeeders are by far the most efficient way to take down AT-AT walkers. Master the Tow Cable takedown and watch the Imperials fall. But watch out for those Imperial fighters as they can quickly blow you out of the sky.

From the Imperial perspective: Assaulting the Rebel base from all angles is important. Stopping the Rebels from securing uplinks and protecting your AT-AT walkers are your top objectives.

Utilising vehicle power-ups and securing the high ground across the map can help give you an advantage. If the Rebels can control the uplinks, get ready to take to the sky and defend your AT-AT walkers from X-wings, A-wings, and those pesky Snowspeeders.

To sum it up: attack and defend the uplinks, protect your AT-AT walkers, and destroy the Rebel scum!

Special note: Securing hero power-ups can help turn the tide of battle, so watch your back as Luke Skywalker and Darth Vader take to the battlefront.

Is there a companion app I can use during the beta?
Mat Everett: Yes! You can try out the Star Wars Battlefront Companion experience. Available during the beta only at http://www.StarWarsBattlefront.com, the Star Wars Battlefront Companion experience features the strategic card game Base Command, and lets you earn in-game Credits that unlock Star Cards, weapons, and more in Star Wars Battlefront. In addition to Base Command, the Companion also lets players check out game stats and progression, customize load-outs and appearance, connect with friends, and more.

What time will the Companion be available on 8th October?
Mat Everett: Time will vary by platform and region.

Will there be a mobile app for the Companion?
Mat Everett: During the beta, the Companion will only be playable via browser at http://www.StarWarsBattlefront.com. Prior to the release of Star Wars Battlefront, the Companion will be available on web and in the Apple App Store and Google Play store. Note that stats and progression earned during the beta will not carry over to the final Companion experience.

What browsers does the Companion support?
Mat Everett: The latest version of Chrome, Firefox, Microsoft Edge, and Internet Explorer 11.


Yeah, I saw about the beta. I may be getting a ps4 very soon...
I'll definitely check out the beta but I'm not sure I'm mad enough about Star Wars to want to buy what looks to be a rather underdeveloped Battlefield game in a Star Wars fancy dress outfit.
I genuinely don't understand you. The individual words all make sense, but the way they've been strung together just... wow. No idea.
Mr Kissyfur wrote:
I genuinely don't understand you. The individual words all make sense, but the way they've been strung together just... wow. No idea.


I hate Star Wars and online shooty games so the processes of my mind must be a complete mystery to you.
...and the previous games weren't exactly brilliant.
Really struggling to muster up much enthusiasm for this at all. I think I'm finally over Star Wars.
I think it's commendable that they're doing this beta, though. They must be pretty confident in what they've made..
markg wrote:
I think it's commendable that they're doing this beta, though. They must be pretty confident in what they've made..

Didn't Battlefield 4 have a beta too?
Not sure actually. I don't remember if it did, perhaps it wasn't an open one?
Future Warrior wrote:
Really struggling to muster up much enthusiasm for this at all. I think I'm finally over Star Wars.


It is about time your generation stopped co-opting stuff from mine. Yours has Howard the Duck to cherish as it plays silently on a flat screen in a cafe in fucking shoreditch whilst you eat your Rice Krispies after using a selfie stick to take a fucking photo of yourself in a onsie raising a fucking spork to your idiot lips you bunch of Web 4.0 fucking twats and your blue trombones.
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