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Worst XBL Community, Gears of Wars 2 impressions, and E3 hopefuls.

Hi guys. I wanted to get some opinions from the Gamespot friends community. Which do you think is the worst XBL community? I would have to say Gears of War. I had quite a few runs with Halo 3, Gears of War, Grand Theft Auto, Call of Duty 4, Metal Gear Online, but nothing is worst than the Gears of War community. For the first time today, I witnessed a couple of guys on my team call an opponent a N*****. It is hard for me even to put the "N" there but you wouldnt know what I'm referring to. This went on for a while and I thought it would stop, but it didnt. So I left the match. I think it's a serious issue but unfortunately, there's nothing we can do about it but file a compaint, and submit a player review. And the obvious choice would be to mute them. Dont get me wrong, Gears of War is my favorite multiplayer online but I feel like such a low-life playing amongst these random, obnoxious people. Don't you? Anyways, cast your votes for worst XBL Community.

My next topic steers its way into Gears of War again but not the original, I'm talking Gears of War 2. As you guys may know, Epic Games has been showing off the multiplayer quite a lot lately. And it seems to me, this time around we're going to see a huge emphasis on gameplay. You have your original gameplay mechanics mixed in with new and impressive moves. You can flip opponents over and curbstomp them in the face. When you're "downed" you can crawl to one of your teammates or to a cover position which I thought was the most noticeable new gameplay mechanic. I could imagine a lot of teabagging going on because of that, haha. We finally get a snow level and it's also featured as a map in the multiplayer. We have new characters, a more engaging storyline, and we have more badass weapons.

Aside from all of that, what would you like to see in Gears of War 2? Or what would like improved? Personally, I'd like for Epic Games to confirm 4-player co-op for the campaign mode. If they have, then I apologize. I haven't been really following up too much on it. But what I heard so far, is just a rumor but more than likely it will be because Cliff promised a badass game. I would to see more big boss fights. I cannot emphasize that enough. Big boss fights means a more nostalgic experience and guaranteed nirvana in 4-player co-op. Just imagine, you and three of your friends fighting big, baddass bosses? Ooooh man! Can you say Grub?! Before I end this discussion on Gears of War 2, I would like Epic Games to do away with Host Advantage. If they manage to take this out, we'll get less people complaining about Host Advantage and all that bologne. Last but not least, more level variety. As you well know, in the original Gears of War, we had a lot of levels that took you from building to building, mansion to underground caves. It was great, I'm not complaining but I would like to see more level varieties. So far, I have seen a snow level which is so awesome, and screenshots of other levels I can hardly describe at this point. Here's to an epic game in November.

July is the month to talk about. A new game perhaps? No, not really. So what is it? Well, there's E3 in Los Angeles. Some of you guys are wondering if I'm attending E3 this year because I live in Los Angeles. Sadly, no. I did go last year though. So we have E3 in July. Which game are you looking foward to the most that you know will be there? Which game would you like to make a surprise appearance? Which game will steal the show? State your answers and discuss. I want you guys to talk in this thread. Some of you guys hardly deliver more than a sentence. I would love to hear from the Gamespot friends community.

As for me, I'm looking foward to Too Human. Like I stated in my previous blog, I would love for Too Human to succeed. It still has a ton of potential and I hear the doubts, I do. Here's to hoping Silicon Knights will pull it off in August. Other honorable mentions include Fallout 3, Spore, Tomb Raider Underworld, Gears of War 2, Resistance 2, Little Big Planet, Star Wars: The Force Unleashed which Gamespot forgot about! Fable 2, I could go on all day. I would like to see a follow-up with Prince of Persia, and games that disappeared off the map like Tiberium, BioShock 2, Crysis Warhead, Borderlands, Dead Space, and possibly Mass Effect 2? I can dream. I think Alan Wake is going to make a surprise appearance. I know that many people highly doubt it but I can dream. If Alan Wake shows up, I think E3 will literally blow up out of pure joy and excitement. Lastly, I think Fallout 3 will steal the show. I know, I know. Gamespot, IGN, nearly everyone is hyped for Fallout 3. They see the name Bethesda and they scream with glee. I dont blame them. To me, Fallout 3 is like Fable 2 set in a postapocalyptic world, but better. You have your trusty pal dogmeat (dog companion), a bobblehead Hawaii Chick, and some old broken record. Suprisingly enough, gamers cant get enough of postapocalyptic, end of world, doomsday video games. We love fantasy worlds. Yes we friggin do.

Let the discussions begin.

Posted by Elann2008, 07/07/2008 4:21pm
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COD4 has the worst when you play Hardcore TDM you get tons of teamkillers,people blocking you so you both die,people shooting your claymore just to place theirs which is annoying and sometimes they kill your guy doing it,people who use Matrydome and when people say switch classes they cuss,lots of racism from what i've experienced today,and clans have like 0 kindness. It's like i do the second best and then the clan starts going off "**** you losers you suck go die we're gods and etc."

I can't wait to get Gears i'll be picking it up in a day or two. Heh i wish they'd put in random level generators. Where instead of the map being exactly the same everytime it's changed a bit. Guess that's asking for too much though.

All i care about in E3 is rpgs and jrpgs. That's what i wanna see.
Posted 07/07/2008 5:20pm
Yeah, Call of Duty 4 can get a little nasty in the foul language department. When that happens, I usually turn off my headset and get my game face on.

As for Gears of War, they do have random level generators. It's called "custom cycle." The map will change after every match. I hope that's what you're talking about. If not, then my apologies.


Luckily for us, RPGS and JRPGS are off the charts this year. Fallout 3, Star Ocean, Infinite Discovery, Tales of Vesperia, White Knight Story. We're going to be spoiled rotten. Fable 2 is RPG-ish. It's more adventure than RPG. It's adventure with RPG elements.
Posted 07/07/2008 6:13pm
Oh man, I seen a thread about this on Xbox 360 forums, and yes I think Gears of War is the worst community out there. Not only the foul language, but the freakin' quitters every game make it un-enjoyable. I'm so stoked for Gears of War 2, and people who say it's over-rated or the first one was, then I am not sure what made them buy the console in the first place haha. As for E3 goes, I'm not sure what I want seen there. Honestly, I'm looking forward to Nintendo's booth, and even though I don't own anything that has to do with Nintendo, I have been wanting a DS, so hopefully they show a lot of brand new titles for that.
Posted 07/07/2008 7:42pm
Yeah...Gotta love when a fellow blogger blogs long and only leaves like a sentence after you've put so much effort into your blogs.
Posted 07/07/2008 9:38pm
Okay Okay! I couldn't help but to make a one sentence post! I couldn't help it! XD

Good read though, cept I don't have a 360 so the wow effect will leave me prior to this post.

The N word is pretty darn insulting. Especially here in GA. Getting into a fight over it however would be silly on my half considering how many use it so casually here. T_T. LIVE is another reason why I'll never go online if I was to ever pick up a 360. So my vote would be completely PS3 bias and say that LIVE is the worse and then go by this blog and say: "Gears is the worst." So don't count my vote. As for E3, I could care less for anything. All I want...All I want is a true trailer from Team ICO. That would complete my PS3 dream...Oh, and a FFXIII simutaneous release 08! XD
Posted 07/07/2008 9:42pm
That's just stupid. I don't understand how people can use such language without any consciousness of it. It's just stupid, especially since it's offensive.

I remember this idiot on CSS screaming insults. Inconsiderate jerks
Posted 07/07/2008 10:53pm
Elann: I ment like a map where certain doors are changed around and buildings. They really need to create stuff like that because that'll add so much excitement. It wont be the usual rush to this spot and etc. I'd love playing a shooter that has that.
Posted 07/08/2008 12:21am
Symphonycometh: LOL, thanks for the one liner! Jk I dont mind, as long as people stop by to say hello. One line is better than no line, but with this particular blog, I wanted to read about people's excitement for upcoming video games in 2008. One of these days, you will succumb to the Xbox 360. "Look into my eyes... You will buy an Xbox 360 and love it like your own child...At the snap of my finger...you will... Oh forget it!"

Hazelnutman: I will never understand it either. Even cavemen act more civilized than those idiots online. =/

Craigalan23: Ahh.. Ok. I see what you mean now That would be NEAT. But I dont think I've seen it done before. I doubt any develop would take the time to develop anything that detailed or in-depth.
Posted 07/08/2008 1:20am
Elann: Yeah it sucks but i guarantee that whomever makes it will be winning loads of awards. It doesn't seem like it would be that complicated though. Jungle environment stays jungle but just mix around the trees,bushes,houses,openings,and etc. I'd love to play a game where pretty much every level's brand new. If you mix that with great gameplay wow that'll set the standard.
Posted 07/08/2008 2:42am
Craigalan23: Totally. Speaking of jungles, I cant wait for Far Cry 2. Finally, a game that can almost compete with Crysis on the PC. It looks breathtaking!
Posted 07/08/2008 3:13am
Elann: I can't wait to test it out. Also i love watching the angry video game nerd lol.
Posted 07/08/2008 3:27am
Oh! One more thing. I want to hear of news that they're working on a new Halo game (not Halo Wars). I miss Master Chief! Halo 3 left me wanting more...and more... And Halo Wars is going to be so epic! HW looks so darn good, it can give PC RTS games a run for their money. Definitely a must-buy on day one. Here's to Master Chief making an appearance in Halo Wars.
Posted 07/08/2008 3:32am
"Elann: I can't wait to test it out. Also i love watching the angry video game nerd lol. "

Lol, I second that.
Posted 07/08/2008 3:33am
I just want to throw out there I think Halo 3 has it. It's a good game, but anything with a big enough gathering is going to have it. It's almost a competition with everyone in the room especially when you get (MLG) clans in there who think they're better than everyone else.

I heard the Host advantage is taken out in this one, they now have the hosts connection being outsourced to their servers to make it a balanced playing field for everyone now. I think Gears 2 is going to be another successful title, it's more for the fans than anything which is the reason there's so many improvements and new features. It's going to be entertaining, but with so many new things changing up the core gameplay it won't score as high as Gears of War. Basically the same thing with Guitar Hero II and Guitar Hero III.

I'm looking forward for a lot of announcements at E3 this year, mainly just details for games that already announced and new trailers for a few games. I want to hear new characters in SF IV, something on Bioshock 2 and anything new on the two new FF XIII games.
Posted 07/08/2008 5:51am
In my opinion, the Call of Duty 4 lobbies are horrendous and I love that game. However, my rep is on the decline since I have been playing nightly. I never say a word, unless it's needed for a uav or airstrike and yet my rep keeps going down. The mindless chatter is inane and the constant ill-conceived trash talking is horribly thought out and annoying. I end up muting at least one person in every lobby if not more.
Posted 07/08/2008 5:55am
I would have to agree with you Bluefish on the worst community. Latley it seems to be really bad Thats why I shoot for the mouth
Posted 07/08/2008 10:50am
Strife88: So far, my past experience on Halo 3 online has been pretty good considering. But I'm not surprised you chose Halo 3. I've come across matches where I've witnessed constant bickering and name calling. I want to come away from the "little kids on Halo" stereotype because most of the immature acts were caused by young adults. Mainly, late teens and twenty-year-olds.

Thank you for the tidbit. It's great to know that Epic Games is doing away with "host advantage." I have to say (and please take this all in), Cliff and the gang at Epic Games are really listening to the fans. NEVER, ever, in my 17 years of gaming have I witnessed a developer or publisher listen to the fans and actually improve and/or make changes to please the fans. For that, I have to give Epic Games a standing "O." They are the epitome of a great and respectable developer. Cliff and the crew, you guys are the best!

I cannot express any more feelings for Final Fantasy XIII. I hope to see SOMETHING on the next two installments. Not many people know this but it's suppose to be part of a trilogy of FF games. The third FF game is suppose to be another FF13 "spin off" or the much rumored Final Fantasy 14. But us FF fans are only asking for an FF13, now aren't we?
Posted 07/08/2008 3:43pm
MsCortana: I hear ya MsCortana. Call of Duty 4 can sound like a wilded up barn sometimes. I can recall countless times where I used the mute button and I HARDLY use the mute button. Not even in Gears of War. I dont know how I do it. I'm more like you, I hardly ever talk unless I have to. Usually, someone would ask for some UAV and I'll be like, "UAV up." And that would be the last you'll hear from me. Looks like the mute button is our best friend in COD4.
Posted 07/08/2008 3:47pm
Funcrusher: LOL. Damn straight! When someone really pisses me off with their foul language, I turn off my microphone and I get even. I always find headshots as the best form of revenge with an emphatic curbstomp. Marcus Fenix says hello punk! Lol jk jk. Now, I'm just as bad as them.
Posted 07/08/2008 3:50pm
Elann: Calm it down there partner.
Posted 07/08/2008 8:52pm
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