Fallout 3

[obie]

Re: Fallout 3

I am probably going to regret putting so many points into the energy weapons... I never use them..... I thought they would be a lot better than small guns, but I guess not.

[USF11]

Re: Fallout 3

Can anyone comment how much worse the PS3 version looks compared to the 360. I'm not a graphics whore but it will bother me if it's a major downgrade in visuals.

Also, is there anyone here who disliked Oblivion but liked this game?

Are the shooting mechanics similar to other FPS games (RB6:Vegas, CoD4, etc)?

Oblivions leveling system of enemies ruined the gaming exp for me as time went on - Fallout is just better on every level.

[Candyman5]

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I am probably going to regret putting so many points into the energy weapons... I never use them..... I thought they would be a lot better than small guns, but I guess not.

They are beter, Just harder to find ammo for them. Also if you dpnt like a set up, you can reset your points.

[Matt Diesel]

Re: Fallout 3

Money, trust me. Get the game. I promise you you wont regret it.

[ExtremeGamer]

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Thank you! That's all I needed to hear. Judging by some reviews it sounded like the PS3 version looked like Pitfall.

http://kotaku.com/5072534/ps3-fallout-3-a-bit-broken

[mudtiger]

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So what's everybody's favorite weapon?

While I like the minigun and the laser rifle, I never have enough ammo for them for any extended period of time. I alway come back to the trusty hunting rifle.

I'd like to try out the build it yourself weapons, but the plans are 800+ caps. Anytime I get a good amount of caps saved up, I always have ammo or stimpacks to buy so I've given up on getting the railway gun anytime soon. Anyone built any of the weapons yet?

For up close and personal work I like the combat shotgun or the sledgehammer.

I've thought about trying to specialize in one or two weapons, but I'm always afraid I'll run out of ammo for a few of them and not have any backup weapons. So I end up taking 4 or 5 weapons with me.

[spankdatazz22]

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Also, is there anyone here who disliked Oblivion but liked this game?

Count me in this group. Not sure why I couldn't get into Oblivion, but this game drew me in the minute I stepped out of the Vault. As someone else said - they did a great job capturing the sense of being alone in a desolate environment, not being sure where an attack is going to come from next. I tried to circle around the entrance and was attacked by a couple Raiders, then by some mutant dogs and some other type of mutant animal. The graphics are top notch; I loved how day turned to night and the feeling I got of trying to protect myself from whatever dangers. Really like the PiP-boy and the targeting system; everything seems to make sense and wasn't too overbearing. Game actually makes me want to explore/see what's out there versus feeling like I have to. I can see the addictive nature of the game

[Candyman5]

Re: Fallout 3

So what's everybody's favorite weapon?

While I like the minigun and the laser rifle, I never have enough ammo for them for any extended period of time. I alway come back to the trusty hunting rifle.

I'd like to try out the build it yourself weapons, but the plans are 800+ caps. Anytime I get a good amount of caps saved up, I always have ammo or stimpacks to buy so I've given up on getting the railway gun anytime soon. Anyone built any of the weapons yet?

For up close and personal work I like the combat shotgun or the sledgehammer.

I've thought about trying to specialize in one or two weapons, but I'm always afraid I'll run out of ammo for a few of them and not have any backup weapons. So I end up taking 4 or 5 weapons with me.

For me, Up close would be the Combat Shotgun and the Vampire Edge(I think that is what it is called). Basic is probably the basic pistol and the lazor pistol. Long Range I say would be the Sniper and Hunting Rifle.

[Candyman5]

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Is it true that once you complete the game it's over? No just hanging around and continuing to explore?

Yes that is true.

[Money99]

Re: Fallout 3

Yes that is true.

Thanks!

Count me in this group. Not sure why I couldn't get into Oblivion, but this game drew me in the minute I stepped out of the Vault. As someone else said - they did a great job capturing the sense of being alone in a desolate environment, not being sure where an attack is going to come from next. I tried to circle around the entrance and was attacked by a couple Raiders, then by some mutant dogs and some other type of mutant animal. The graphics are top notch; I loved how day turned to night and the feeling I got of trying to protect myself from whatever dangers. Really like the PiP-boy and the targeting system; everything seems to make sense and wasn't too overbearing. Game actually makes me want to explore/see what's out there versus feeling like I have to. I can see the addictive nature of the game

That's good to hear. I really didn't like Oblivion at all. I was bored with it after 30 minutes. Maybe it's because I just can't get into medieval games with dragons and magic.
But guns and an apocalyptic setting sounds far more interesting.

As far as combat goes, is it all dice-rolls behind the curtain as well? So if I shoot someone directly in the face with a shotgun, will they live only because I have a weak shotgun rating and they have a great defense rating? Or is it more realistic?

Mass Effect was all dice rolls behind the scenes I know, but I still think it was done well when it came to direct shots taken by certain guns no matter the skill level of the parties involved.

With all the positive posts and reviews here, I think I'll have to grab this game for myself. It was either this or Dead Space, but that game is sounding more like a great rental than purchase compared to Fallout 3.

[Altimus]

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Came in today.

Bulls game
Halloween party
Fallout

I'm really tempted to skip out on this party. Or I might leave work early... damn I need to play this game.

[Skyboxer]

Re: Fallout 3

Count me in this group. Not sure why I couldn't get into Oblivion, but this game drew me in the minute I stepped out of the Vault. As someone else said - they did a great job capturing the sense of being alone in a desolate environment, not being sure where an attack is going to come from next. I tried to circle around the entrance and was attacked by a couple Raiders, then by some mutant dogs and some other type of mutant animal. The graphics are top notch; I loved how day turned to night and the feeling I got of trying to protect myself from whatever dangers. Really like the PiP-boy and the targeting system; everything seems to make sense and wasn't too overbearing. Game actually makes me want to explore/see what's out there versus feeling like I have to. I can see the addictive nature of the game

While I loved Oblivion and played (play) it a lot, Fallout 3 may have ruined it (Oblivion) for me. At least I finished the main story quest and Knights of the Nine already so Its not all bad.

And as said before ,if you base Fallout 3 on the first hour or so of gameplay you will NOT see the awesomeness that is Fallout 3...

[Jistic]

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Count me in this group. Not sure why I couldn't get into Oblivion, but this game drew me in the minute I stepped out of the Vault. As someone else said - they did a great job capturing the sense of being alone in a desolate environment, not being sure where an attack is going to come from next. I tried to circle around the entrance and was attacked by a couple Raiders, then by some mutant dogs and some other type of mutant animal. The graphics are top notch; I loved how day turned to night and the feeling I got of trying to protect myself from whatever dangers. Really like the PiP-boy and the targeting system; everything seems to make sense and wasn't too overbearing. Game actually makes me want to explore/see what's out there versus feeling like I have to. I can see the addictive nature of the game

I actually get a little nervous when I notice the sun going down and my first instinct is to run to Megaton.

[Darkleaf]

Re: Fallout 3

Spoiler

I found a scoped .44 magnum outside of Tenpenny Tower in an abandoned two story house. Been my go to gun ever since, and just plain kicks arse. Only problem is that I can't find any more .44's, so in order to repair it I have to pay a load of caps to shopkeepers. Sucks, but it's worth it.

This is the best next gen experience i've had thus far. There is simply SO much to do that i've all but ignored the main quest so far. I've played over 10 hours and i've hardly explored the northwest corner of the map at all. Gonna get to that later.

Thanks, I found it right where you said.

[goh]

Re: Fallout 3

Nope, I will tell you what you can do in a spoiler. If you cant figure it out.

Spoiler

There is a terminal where you met the guy that wanted for you to blow the nuke. Hack it and it will have the info you need. Check the bodies and look to see if you find the pass. If not save before you hack so if ya screw up you can just reload.

Spoiler

When I blew it up there was nothing at all left of it. Moria was the only one there and said she was going to Rivet City and still wanted help with her book. I tried to go where the city was but it was just rubble and radition. Did I go the wrong way again? It was just one of those things where I saved before just to see what would happen so it's still there in my actual save.

Can anyone comment how much worse the PS3 version looks compared to the 360. I'm not a graphics whore but it will bother me if it's a major downgrade in visuals.

Also, is there anyone here who disliked Oblivion but liked this game?

Are the shooting mechanics similar to other FPS games (RB6:Vegas, CoD4, etc)?

http://www.gamesradar.com/f/fallout-...29142713613021

I didn't really like Oblivion,think this is pretty over rated too but better than Oblivion at least.

Not really,they're pretty VATS reliant.

Would also like to add I've had no freeze ups,framerate problems or glitches on the PS3 version. However I've not been playing it while connected online. The only glitch I've seen is the infinte exp one wich I doubt is PS3 specific and not a bad thing.