Splinter Cell Conviction (360 & PC)

[splff3000]

Re: Splinter Cell Conviction (360 & PC)

No, this one fills in the story nicely in the beginning. Plus, the gameplay is radically different in this one compared to the prior games.

Cool, looks like I'll definitely be checking this one out. Only 5 hrs though? Sounds like a rental at best.

[Tiko7523]

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anyone get this game yet? ima go stop by my local blockbuster and see if they got it in already.

[Flawless]

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I'm going to buy it, even though I told myself I wouldn't. Reviews rarely ever sell me one way or another, but GamePro's sold me.

[Beantown]

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I'm going to buy it, even though I told myself I wouldn't. Reviews rarely ever sell me one way or another, but GamePro's sold me.

Yup. I picked it up from Best Buy twenty minutes ago, partly because of the amazing reviews, partly because a friend of mine told me he was going to get it so I'd have someone to do the co-op stuff with. Probably won't get around to playing it until tonight, but I'm definitely looking forward to this.

[Zalf]

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Just a heads up. Sounds like there is a problem with the launch patch that causes a freeze for most people at the same point in the single player campaign. Current advice is to skip the patch until it is fixed.

Can anyone that has the game comment on the amount of single player comment outside of the single player campaign?

[Beantown]

Re: Splinter Cell Conviction (360 & PC)

Just a heads up. Sounds like there is a problem with the launch patch that causes a freeze for most people at the same point in the single player campaign. Current advice is to skip the patch until it is fixed.

Good to know, thanks.

[Money99]

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Count me crazy, but I actually like hearing it's a short offline story.
I only play 4-6 hours a week so if this game can last me a month I'll be extremely happy.

[Beantown]

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Count me crazy, but I actually like hearing it's a short offline story.
I only play 4-6 hours a week so if this game can last me a month I'll be extremely happy.

I agree. And with the short story it will allow me to play through it two or three times to try and go different paths/approach situations different ways and ****.

[Zalf]

Re: Splinter Cell Conviction (360 & PC)

Count me crazy, but I actually like hearing it's a short offline story.
I only play 4-6 hours a week so if this game can last me a month I'll be extremely happy.

I am going to play the game regardless of the length but the length will determine whether it is a $60 purchase or a $5 rental. BC:2 is go to mper game so the length of all of the single player options will be the deciding factor.

[cake612]

Re: Splinter Cell Conviction (360 & PC)

Just a heads up. Sounds like there is a problem with the launch patch that causes a freeze for most people at the same point in the single player campaign. Current advice is to skip the patch until it is fixed.

Can anyone that has the game comment on the amount of single player comment outside of the single player campaign?

Damn, played the game and installed the patch, it froze on me maybe 20 mins. in. Didn't check the board until just now. Hopefully they put something out today and fix it. I'm about to find out if it will get past that point at all, the auto save was only a minute or two before I froze.

Update: Yep it freezes at the same spot every time, wow

[Flawless]

Re: Splinter Cell Conviction (360 & PC)

Can anyone that has the game comment on the amount of single player comment outside of the single player campaign?

From GamePro review:

Beyond the single-player campaign, Splinter Cell: Conviction features three tiers of challenges: Execution challenges, which feature in-game goals for taking out enemies; Vanish challenges, goals for quickly disappearing after being spotted; and Splinter Cell challenges, for players who can traverse the game's multiple missions without being detected. These features add a new layer to the game, asking players to master all of Sam's skills for points. Earned points can be used to upgrade any of Sam's weapons and gadgets, adding more "marks," power, accuracy, or range. The upgrades made during single-player also carry over the game's multiplayer component.

While the single-player of Conviction might not scratch every itch fans of the franchise have, the game includes a robust multiplayer component, which features a co-operative campaign (via Xbox Live, split-screen and system link) for two players. The co-op campaign is more in line with the "classic" Splinter Cell games, featuring two characters decked out in full uniform who can also utilize the game's "Mark and Execute" feature.

Multiplayer also includes a mode similar to Halo 3: ODST's Firefight: aptly named Last Stand, players must terminate waves of enemies before they can destroy an EMP generator. Hunter is an elimination mode where players must push through six lengthy maps eliminating enemy forces while avoiding detection; if you are spotted, reinforcements are called in, effectively doubling the threat. Both modes are available in the game's Deniable Ops mode (which is a fancy way of calling the extra modes single-player only) as well as for up-to two players via Xbox Live, split screen, or system link. Replacing the popular Spies vs. Mercs mode is Face-Off, where two spies hunt each other but still have to contend with waves of enemy A.I. who are searching to kill both agents. Fans will no doubt be disappointed by the absence of Spies vs. Mercs -- introduced in Pandora Tomorrow -- but Face-Off is a worthwhile consolation prize.

[Money99]

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Damn, played the game and installed the patch, it froze on me maybe 20 mins. in. Didn't check the board until just now. Hopefully they put something out today and fix it. I'm about to find out if it will get past that point at all, the auto save was only a minute or two before I froze.

Update: Yep it freezes at the same spot every time, wow

Doesn't anyone own a QA department anymore?
This kind of bug is reprehensible.

[Beantown]

Re: Splinter Cell Conviction (360 & PC)

Damn, played the game and installed the patch, it froze on me maybe 20 mins. in. Didn't check the board until just now. Hopefully they put something out today and fix it. I'm about to find out if it will get past that point at all, the auto save was only a minute or two before I froze.

Update: Yep it freezes at the same spot every time, wow

Pretty sure you can clear the cache/uninstall the patch.

[ExtremeGamer]

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I read where Ubi is working on a new patch, and hope to have it out later today.

[Beantown]

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Loving the single player so far. Incredibly glad I bought this game.

The "Mark-and-Execute" feature is awesome.