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Posted by BumbleDouche on October 5th, 2015 @ 6:00am CDT
*Edit* - Never mind... I just had a closer look at the animation model
Posted by Coptur on October 5th, 2015 @ 6:41am CDT
Posted by padfoo on October 5th, 2015 @ 8:00am CDT
Coptur wrote:They really need to remember Reflector and Buzzsaw more
So true I have been blowing the Reflector horn for so long now.
The character needs only a slight update. He needs to be a minion
Of Soundwave (he fits into the spy network perfectly) and he
needs to combine in vehicle and robot mode. Essentially he becomes
a 3 robot combiner, he would then be about as tall as Soundwave in this mode.
An update for alternate mode as a spy satellite would be perfect based on his tech specs.
Posted by Coptur on October 5th, 2015 @ 8:33am CDT
I loved the TF Animated design for Reflector.
My personal preference for him is no Viewfinder, Spectro & Spyglass just Reflector with two hard light 'reflections' of himself (but that's me)
From a game perspective he'd be a great end level boss making the player fight through hordes of reflections until you get to the main bot(con) in the middle. As a side challenge he could be a survival mode doing the same thing just forever ha ha ha.
His basic design/reflections would've been great monoformer early level baddies..oh well
Posted by Shuttershock on October 5th, 2015 @ 8:36am CDT
padfoo wrote:Coptur wrote:They really need to remember Reflector and Buzzsaw more
So true I have been blowing the Reflector horn for so long now.
The character needs only a slight update. He needs to be a minion
Of Soundwave (he fits into the spy network perfectly) and he
needs to combine in vehicle and robot mode. Essentially he becomes
a 3 robot combiner, he would then be about as tall as Soundwave in this mode.
An update for alternate mode as a spy satellite would be perfect based on his tech specs.
Exactly. Or you could have multiple members collectively referred to as the Reflector Corps., which turn into surveillance vans, news vans, UAV drones, news helicopters, etc.
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on October 5th, 2015 @ 12:04pm CDT
Shadowman wrote:D-Maximus_Prime wrote:SlyTF1 wrote:Shadowman wrote:SlyTF1 wrote:Shadowman wrote:SlyTF1 wrote:At this time in 24 hours, I'll be waiting in line at my local Gamestop to pick up the game. I may just bring my Combiner Wars Optimus figure to wait in line with me. I can't wait.
You know, there was something I was going to say, but I think it'd be funnier if you go and find out for yourself.
Oh, I know. I'm literally planning on waiting all night until the store opens in the morning. I've even scoped out the spot, and I know where I'm going to be sitting, sleeping, and everything. I'll even vlog my journey of waiting at the door for 10 hours, just so I'll be the first in line. I've never done it before, and I don't have anything better to do.
It'll be cute when you get picked up for loitering. Also, that you think there's going to be a line for this game.
They won't care at 12 in the morning when there's no one there for me to bother. And even if there is no line, at least I'll be able to exercise my loyalty to the Transformers brand.
I am smirking right now. This is too great!!
Don't I know it! There's so many ways this can end for him, and all of them make me laugh.
I was really laughing because of the conversation, not because of his situation. To me that is great!
Posted by SlyTF1 on October 5th, 2015 @ 1:23pm CDT
Posted by talisac on October 5th, 2015 @ 4:25pm CDT
Posted by SlyTF1 on October 5th, 2015 @ 7:58pm CDT
Posted by padfoo on October 5th, 2015 @ 8:16pm CDT
SlyTF1 wrote:I just uploaded a fanmade trailer to my You Tube page, but Platinum just uploaded an official one. Yay. Probably the last real new trailer for the game. Forever.
That looked amazing, Megs in the back of Longhaul, doing something with his cannon other than clubbing another bot or missing a shot...... Tank Megatron needs to be the next masterpiece Megatron figure!
Posted by padfoo on October 5th, 2015 @ 8:37pm CDT
Shuttershock wrote:padfoo wrote:Coptur wrote:They really need to remember Reflector and Buzzsaw more
So true I have been blowing the Reflector horn for so long now.
The character needs only a slight update. He needs to be a minion
Of Soundwave (he fits into the spy network perfectly) and he
needs to combine in vehicle and robot mode. Essentially he becomes
a 3 robot combiner, he would then be about as tall as Soundwave in this mode.
An update for alternate mode as a spy satellite would be perfect based on his tech specs.
Exactly. Or you could have multiple members collectively referred to as the Reflector Corps., which turn into surveillance vans, news vans, UAV drones, news helicopters, etc.
Heck yeah, Reflector fans unite!
Posted by It Is Him on October 5th, 2015 @ 9:10pm CDT
Posted by Shadowman on October 5th, 2015 @ 9:11pm CDT
talisac wrote:I played this game all night last night.
A full day before it came out. Sure.
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on October 5th, 2015 @ 9:28pm CDT
It Is Him wrote:Now do I stop reading this thread to avoid spoilers, or do I risk it to continue reading the Shadowman versus SlyTF1 pillow fight? This is a tough call.
Keep reading. The pillow fight is pretty funny. funny as hell even. I'm with Slytf1's side here. we got some general enthusiasm and it's cool to see people use that enthusiasm. Plus it's funny (did I say that already?)
Posted by SlyTF1 on October 5th, 2015 @ 9:29pm CDT
Shadowman wrote:talisac wrote:I played this game all night last night.
A full day before it came out. Sure.
There are plenty of people who have already uploaded entire playthroughs on You Tube. It isn't that far fetched.
Posted by It Is Him on October 5th, 2015 @ 10:00pm CDT
D-Maximus_Prime wrote:It Is Him wrote:Now do I stop reading this thread to avoid spoilers, or do I risk it to continue reading the Shadowman versus SlyTF1 pillow fight? This is a tough call.
Keep reading. The pillow fight is pretty funny. funny as hell even. I'm with Slytf1's side here. we got some general enthusiasm and it's cool to see people use that enthusiasm. Plus it's funny (did I say that already?)
I think most of us are with Sly in our enthusiasm for this game. It's Platinum + Transformers. There's no way it's not going to be bananas, which is exactly why I don't want it ruined for me either. I can't get mad seeing spoilers in a thread about a video game once it's out. But then again, you are totally on the nose about their arguments.
Posted by -Soundwave- on October 6th, 2015 @ 1:19am CDT
I like the way it looks I really do. I'll save how I feel about it after I have a few hours of game play down.
Posted by Rodimus Prime on October 6th, 2015 @ 2:31am CDT
Posted by Insidious on October 6th, 2015 @ 5:34am CDT
I just don't get why it's not co-op.
Beyond that, it's fun.
Posted by Va'al on October 6th, 2015 @ 9:50am CDT
ACTIVISION PUBLISHING, INC. LAUNCHES PLATINUMGAMES’ EARTH-SHATTERING ACTION-BRAWLER: TRANSFORMERS: DEVASTATION
SANTA MONICA, Calif. – Oct. 6, 2015 – Activision Publishing, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Activision Blizzard, Inc. (NASDAQ: ATVI), today released TRANSFORMERS: Devastation. This new third-person action-brawler rolls into battle with Hasbro’s classic Generations designs and developer PlatinumGames’ renowned flair for slick visuals and free-flowing, high-speed combat.
TRANSFORMERS: Devastation moves at a breakneck pace: rocket through danger in vehicle mode before bursting into robot mode to unleash a barrage of close-quarters combos and blaster fire. Tackle the game’s gripping single-player campaign and 50 highly challenging bonus missions with any of five playable heroes – OPTIMUS PRIME, BUMBLEBEE, SIDESWIPE, WHEELJACK and GRIMLOCK. Each of these characters can be evolved with new abilities, unique talents and more than 150 upgradeable weapons.
Brought to life with bold, cel-shaded artwork, TRANSFORMERS: Devastation features legendary TRANSFORMERS voice actors like Dan Gilvezan as BUMBLEBEE, Frank Welker as MEGATRON and SOUNDWAVE, Michael Bell as SIDESWIPE, Gregg Berger as GRIMLOCK, and Peter Cullen as OPTIMUS PRIME. As the fates of Earth and Cybertron collide, the noble AUTOBOTS must face off against the DECEPTICONS’ most ruthless champions in an original adventure from veteran TRANSFORMERS writer Andy Schmidt that expands the series’ ongoing Combiner Wars story arc.
TRANSFORMERS: Devastation is now available for MSRP $49.99 on the PlayStation®4 and PlayStation®3 computer entertainment systems, Xbox One, Xbox 360, and Windows PC via Steam. It is rated T (Teen) by the ESRB. For more information, please visit www.TransformersGame.com and www.facebook.com/TransformersGame.
About Activision Publishing, Inc.
Headquartered in Santa Monica, California, Activision Publishing, Inc. is a leading global producer and publisher of interactive entertainment. Activision maintains operations throughout the world. More information about Activision and its products can be found on the company's website, www.activision.com, or by following @Activision.
About PlatinumGames Inc.
PlatinumGames Inc. is an independent entertainment developer based in Osaka, Japan, dedicated to making high-quality, next-generation games for a variety of hardware platforms. Under the slogan “Taking on the World as the Representative of Japan,” PlatinumGames works hard to deliver fresh surprises and new experiences to gamers all over the world. Official website: www.platinumgames.com.
About Hasbro, Inc.
Hasbro (NASDAQ: HAS) is a global company committed to Creating the World’s Best Play Experiences, by leveraging its beloved brands, including LITTLEST PET SHOP, MAGIC: THE GATHERING, MONOPOLY, MY LITTLE PONY, NERF, PLAY-DOH, TRANSFORMERS, and premier partner brands. From toys and games, television programming, motion pictures, digital gaming and a comprehensive lifestyle licensing program, Hasbro fulfills the fundamental need for play and connection for children and families around the world. The Company’s Hasbro Studios creates entertainment brand-driven storytelling across mediums, including television, film and more. Through the company's commitment to corporate social responsibility, including philanthropy, Hasbro is helping to build a safe and sustainable world and to positively impact the lives of millions of children and families every year. Learn more at www.hasbro.com and follow us on Twitter (@Hasbro & @HasbroNews).
©2015 Activision Publishing, Inc. All rights reserved. "PlayStation" and "PS3" are registered trademarks. "PS4" is a trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. All other trademarks and trade names are the property of their respective owners.
Posted by Sabrblade on October 6th, 2015 @ 9:55am CDT
Posted by Stuartmaximus on October 6th, 2015 @ 10:36am CDT
Va'al wrote:The day has come, fellow Seibertronians of the gaming persuasion, for Transformers: Devastation to burst into your consoles and devices and take up time, money and effort after months of previews and teasers! Check out below the Activision press release for the game, along with a brand new trailer!ACTIVISION PUBLISHING, INC. LAUNCHES PLATINUMGAMES’ EARTH-SHATTERING ACTION-BRAWLER: TRANSFORMERS: DEVASTATION
SANTA MONICA, Calif. – Oct. 6, 2015 – Activision Publishing, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Activision Blizzard, Inc. (NASDAQ: ATVI), today released TRANSFORMERS: Devastation. This new third-person action-brawler rolls into battle with Hasbro’s classic Generations designs and developer PlatinumGames’ renowned flair for slick visuals and free-flowing, high-speed combat.
TRANSFORMERS: Devastation moves at a breakneck pace: rocket through danger in vehicle mode before bursting into robot mode to unleash a barrage of close-quarters combos and blaster fire. Tackle the game’s gripping single-player campaign and 50 highly challenging bonus missions with any of five playable heroes – OPTIMUS PRIME, BUMBLEBEE, SIDESWIPE, WHEELJACK and GRIMLOCK. Each of these characters can be evolved with new abilities, unique talents and more than 150 upgradeable weapons.
Brought to life with bold, cel-shaded artwork, TRANSFORMERS: Devastation features legendary TRANSFORMERS voice actors like Dan Gilvezan as BUMBLEBEE, Frank Welker as MEGATRON and SOUNDWAVE, Michael Bell as SIDESWIPE, Gregg Berger as GRIMLOCK, and Peter Cullen as OPTIMUS PRIME. As the fates of Earth and Cybertron collide, the noble AUTOBOTS must face off against the DECEPTICONS’ most ruthless champions in an original adventure from veteran TRANSFORMERS writer Andy Schmidt that expands the series’ ongoing Combiner Wars story arc.
TRANSFORMERS: Devastation is now available for MSRP $49.99 on the PlayStation®4 and PlayStation®3 computer entertainment systems, Xbox One, Xbox 360, and Windows PC via Steam. It is rated T (Teen) by the ESRB. For more information, please visit http://www.TransformersGame.com and http://www.facebook.com/TransformersGame.
About Activision Publishing, Inc.
Headquartered in Santa Monica, California, Activision Publishing, Inc. is a leading global producer and publisher of interactive entertainment. Activision maintains operations throughout the world. More information about Activision and its products can be found on the company's website, http://www.activision.com, or by following @Activision.
About PlatinumGames Inc.
PlatinumGames Inc. is an independent entertainment developer based in Osaka, Japan, dedicated to making high-quality, next-generation games for a variety of hardware platforms. Under the slogan “Taking on the World as the Representative of Japan," PlatinumGames works hard to deliver fresh surprises and new experiences to gamers all over the world. Official website: http://www.platinumgames.com.
About Hasbro, Inc.
Hasbro (NASDAQ: HAS) is a global company committed to Creating the World’s Best Play Experiences, by leveraging its beloved brands, including LITTLEST PET SHOP, MAGIC: THE GATHERING, MONOPOLY, MY LITTLE PONY, NERF, PLAY-DOH, TRANSFORMERS, and premier partner brands. From toys and games, television programming, motion pictures, digital gaming and a comprehensive lifestyle licensing program, Hasbro fulfills the fundamental need for play and connection for children and families around the world. The Company’s Hasbro Studios creates entertainment brand-driven storytelling across mediums, including television, film and more. Through the company's commitment to corporate social responsibility, including philanthropy, Hasbro is helping to build a safe and sustainable world and to positively impact the lives of millions of children and families every year. Learn more at http://www.hasbro.com and follow us on Twitter (@Hasbro & @HasbroNews).
©2015 Activision Publishing, Inc. All rights reserved. "PlayStation" and "PS3" are registered trademarks. "PS4" is a trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. All other trademarks and trade names are the property of their respective owners.
Aye it maybe released elsewhere today! But it's not released in the UK til the 9th!
http://www.tesco.com/direct/transformer ... d=621-5078
Posted by Twitchythe3rd on October 6th, 2015 @ 10:37am CDT
Posted by SlyTF1 on October 6th, 2015 @ 11:15am CDT
Posted by leokearon on October 6th, 2015 @ 11:36am CDT
http://metro.co.uk/2015/10/06/transform ... e-5423610/
Posted by hyperconvoy69 on October 6th, 2015 @ 11:39am CDT
Posted by Starsaber468 on October 6th, 2015 @ 12:07pm CDT
Posted by SlyTF1 on October 6th, 2015 @ 1:10pm CDT
Posted by Railbomb on October 6th, 2015 @ 1:31pm CDT
SlyTF1 wrote: Other than that, it's the greatest game of all time.
Ehhhhhhhh... I wouldn't go that far.
Posted by It Is Him on October 6th, 2015 @ 2:35pm CDT
SlyTF1 wrote: One thing I don't like, though, are that the enemies still hit you even while you're hitting them. I always hate that in games.
Based on my prior knowledge of Bayonetta, it sounds like you're supposed to dodge enemy attacks, not "punch storm" through them. I also hear you can buy counterattacks as well, so it's not all just button mashing. There's some finesse, too.
Posted by SlyTF1 on October 6th, 2015 @ 2:45pm CDT
It Is Him wrote:SlyTF1 wrote: One thing I don't like, though, are that the enemies still hit you even while you're hitting them. I always hate that in games.
Based on my prior knowledge of Bayonetta, it sounds like you're supposed to dodge enemy attacks, not "punch storm" through them. I also hear you can buy counterattacks as well, so it's not all just button mashing. There's some finesse, too.
You are supposed to dodge them, but when I hit an enemy, I don't just want them to stand there like nothing's happening.
Also, here's me getting the highest rank in a challenge mode. I usually never play any game on anything higher than the easiest difficulty, but this game... I like this game.
Posted by Shadowman on October 6th, 2015 @ 2:50pm CDT
SlyTF1 wrote:The whole thing was like the last 40 minutes of any of the TF movies.
Well, that's all I need to hear to feel justified in not buying it until it's at least 80% off.
Posted by SlyTF1 on October 6th, 2015 @ 3:19pm CDT
Posted by Ravage XK on October 6th, 2015 @ 3:38pm CDT
Posted by DedicatedGhostArt on October 6th, 2015 @ 4:00pm CDT
Posted by Burn on October 6th, 2015 @ 4:15pm CDT
SillySpringer wrote:Yeah the Transformers Devastation trailer, is now one of the trailers that's been playing on Youtube before all the videos. This is old news for me.
Thank you for your incredibly helpful contribution. I was sitting here having breakfast thinking "I wonder what trailers are playing before most Youtube videos these days" and suddenly, boom! There you are answering my question.
Posted by Shadowman on October 6th, 2015 @ 4:38pm CDT
Burn wrote:SillySpringer wrote:Yeah the Transformers Devastation trailer, is now one of the trailers that's been playing on Youtube before all the videos. This is old news for me.
Thank you for your incredibly helpful contribution. I was sitting here having breakfast thinking "I wonder what trailers are playing before most Youtube videos these days" and suddenly, boom! There you are answering my question.
The only part of that that surprises me is that there are people in this world who aren't using AdBlock.
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on October 6th, 2015 @ 5:18pm CDT
SlyTF1 wrote:I just found the Forge of Solus Prime and Grimlock's mace from AOE. I love the fact that you can use weapons from other continuities. This is great.
That is pretty cool man!
Posted by DeadCaL on October 6th, 2015 @ 5:27pm CDT
Although that is obviously alot of it, cos you know... Platinum.
Posted by RodimusRex on October 6th, 2015 @ 6:32pm CDT
He finds out details of his future.
He will become Goldbug then Goldfire then he'll take on three identities after that including "Race-Welder" and a final form after that.
I'm really dying to see Race-Welder now.
That detail sortof positions this pre-movie (or at least whatever the equivalent is here) (which was kind of obvious) but goes on to give hints about post-G1 Bumblebee.
Posted by Shadowman on October 6th, 2015 @ 7:48pm CDT
RodimusRex wrote:That detail sortof positions this pre-movie (or at least whatever the equivalent is here) (which was kind of obvious) but goes on to give hints about post-G1 Bumblebee.
That places it pre-movie? The fact that a huge number of characters who didn't survive the movie are in the game doesn't?
Posted by RodimusRex on October 6th, 2015 @ 8:03pm CDT
Shadowman wrote:RodimusRex wrote:That detail sortof positions this pre-movie (or at least whatever the equivalent is here) (which was kind of obvious) but goes on to give hints about post-G1 Bumblebee.
That places it pre-movie? The fact that a huge number of characters who didn't survive the movie are in the game doesn't?
Well... I guess I've always been to some extent a "toy continuity" guy.
So in my head, Action Master Wheeljack comes from an era after Optimus Prime died and returned.
I figured the game might gloss over connections to other continuities (ie. no relationship to the movie) or take place in a post-Headmasters setting where all the dead characters came back (which is kind of how the Japanese handle G2 and Classics).
As it happens, it seems to be a lot like Binaltech. It positions itself as a prequel (more or less) to the 1986 movie. Some inconsistencies from other media sources.
But the thing that stands out for me is Bumblebee being told he would later become Goldbug (the spoilers there are 25 years old) and Goldfire (which is apparently a later name of Goldbug in the game continuity) and then the new identities after that.
Now, in the IDW books, Goldbug is a separate character (man, they're big on every variation being a separate character) and Goldfire is Bumblebee's upgraded form.
The game has Goldbug and Goldfire both as later phases of Bumblebee's development and then the other identities, which as near as I can tell are brand new versions of Bumblebee.
So while the game does take place in a kind of pre-movie G1, it also hints at the movie as being an event that happens later (the stuff with Nova Prime being corrupted by, presumably, Unicron who is on his way to destroy Cybertron) and then goes a step further by revealing Bumblebee will become Goldbug THEN Goldfire THEN Race-Welder and the other couple of identities.
Posted by Rodimus Prime on October 6th, 2015 @ 8:03pm CDT
Posted by Fox Thiagarajan on October 6th, 2015 @ 8:14pm CDT
Posted by Fox Thiagarajan on October 6th, 2015 @ 9:44pm CDT
Gameplay is solid, nice mechanics. I like the pace for sure. It reminds me of Metal Gear Rising in ways. At times I feel like I'm going between button mashing and employing various tactics during combat. Overall so far it is damn good fun.
Posted by zko on October 6th, 2015 @ 10:05pm CDT
So far the game is great, graphics are cool with the cartoon look, gameplay is kind of like the Prime game for Wii and DS, but has more vehicle mode stuff to do, and cooler unlockable content.
The animation in some places is really sweet, like when chasing Megatron with sideswipe in the intro levels... only played about an hour and a half so far, doing a playthrough on scout with bumblebee, but will definitely be ramping up the skill later for a harder playthrough.
Better than I expected it to be so far.
Posted by It Is Him on October 6th, 2015 @ 10:17pm CDT
Posted by 1984forever on October 6th, 2015 @ 10:32pm CDT
Hopefully if there is a sequel, Hasbro will release more video game based figures the next time around. I want to see the '86 movie characters in Devastation form.
Posted by Rodimus Prime on October 6th, 2015 @ 11:09pm CDT
Those 3 are all in the game.1984forever wrote:No G1 style Grimlock or Blitzwing, and no Sideswipe with big honking shoulder cannon in sight!
Posted by RodimusRex on October 6th, 2015 @ 11:47pm CDT
Rodimus Prime wrote:Those 3 are all in the game.1984forever wrote:No G1 style Grimlock or Blitzwing, and no Sideswipe with big honking shoulder cannon in sight!
I believe he's saying there should be toys, if only retools, that mirror the game's designs.