DUST Search - [Vid] 1.8 first impresions

Vell0cet wrote:

Nice vid. I think it's really too early to pass verdict on 1.8 yet. There are so many bugs that it's hard to evaluate the changes until a hotfix.

I expected to see some glitches related to new changes (like cloaks), but problems such as the wrong slots on suits and bonuses that were working now being broken are incredibly sloppy. There needs to be major changes to how the QA team works. If they're too small to get the job done then CCP absolutely needs to get a test server going for this game ASAP (maybe even running it in an emulator on the PC to bypass the Sony issues). I also think unit testing would help catch a lot of this crap before it hits the players.

The cloak seems reasonable, although I think you should be decloaked when damaged and penalized with a re-cloaking delay. The TTK seems a little better, but I'm Amarr assault with lasers so I kept overheating when I shouldn't have. That makes it hard to evaluate balance. Still not sure about the LR as its not reducing heat by tier as expected. It felt pretty lackluster (it may need 10-20m extra effective range and a proportional zoom increase), but we need bugfixes before it can really be tested. I'm really enjoying the lack of scanners. Now they're used tactically by specialists, which is as it should be. Gallente scouts are very sexy with range amps and profile damps.

I like most of the design choices, and I'm hoping for a quick fix to most of these bugs. I worry some issues may require a new patch. If so, I hope CCP pushes one out quickly before the fanfest patch, otherwise we could be stuck with broken mechanics for far too long.

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nakaya indigene 0uter.Heaven 188	Posted - 2014.03.26 00:43:00 - [1] - Quote so I think its an overall improvement in alot of aspects. Im liking the interface changes and such. Is the bold pistol suppose to be this difficult to use? I can hit anything with this.. maybe im just bad. heres the video here let me know what you think. The Jove espier --- my youtube --> NakaNakaNaka
nakaya indigene 0uter.Heaven 188	Posted - 2014.03.26 01:07:00 - [2] - Quote bump. The Jove espier --- my youtube --> NakaNakaNaka
PLAYSTTION GamersForChrist 73	Posted - 2014.03.26 01:17:00 - [3] - Quote MY BRO WAS IN ONE OF THOSE MATCHES AND A FRIEND OF MINE -Open Beta Vet 18 mil sp- Laser+Flaylock Dust 514 recruitment link here.
Iron Wolf Saber Den of Swords 13736	Posted - 2014.03.26 01:18:00 - [4] - Quote Try to get some negatives in next time balance your reviews. Learn to criticize a bit but in reserve. CPM 0 Secretary Omni-Soldier, Forum Warrior, Annoying Artist \\= Advanced Caldari Assault // Unlocked
Dauth Jenkins Ultramarine Corp 297	Posted - 2014.03.26 01:20:00 - [5] - Quote Lol, those times when you get yelled at for focusing too much on the positives. Although, this forum is littered with the negative, so seeing some positive once in a while is quite nice Sees prototompers... Sees blueberries start to snipe... Pulls out commando suit with laser rifle and swarm launcher...
nakaya indigene 0uter.Heaven 188	Posted - 2014.03.26 01:25:00 - [6] - Quote Iron Wolf Saber wrote: Try to get some negatives in next time balance your reviews. Learn to criticize a bit but in reserve. fair point. but I did mention that the bolt pistol sucks and the cloaking noise is too loud. these are impressions. I havent done a review yet. besides how hard is it for ccp to screw up a patch that consists of mostly just reskinning? The Jove espier --- my youtube --> NakaNakaNaka
Jaed D'jaegweir 3	Posted - 2014.03.26 01:27:00 - [7] - Quote SUCKS "We do not live in a world of reality. We live in a world of perceptions." -Gerald Simmons
nakaya indigene 0uter.Heaven 188	Posted - 2014.03.26 02:10:00 - [8] - Quote PLAYSTTION wrote: MY BRO WAS IN ONE OF THOSE MATCHES AND A FRIEND OF MINE look im on tv The Jove espier --- my youtube --> NakaNakaNaka
nakaya indigene 0uter.Heaven 188	Posted - 2014.03.26 02:26:00 - [9] - Quote Jaed D'jaegweir wrote: SUCKS sorry what sucks? the bolt pistol? The Jove espier --- my youtube --> NakaNakaNaka
Skihids Bullet Cluster 3130	Posted - 2014.03.26 02:35:00 - [10] - Quote It does appear that the cloak makes a perfect campsite out of any location. Were you shooting before being de-cloaked or simultaneous with?

Tectonic Fusion 1317	Posted - 2014.03.26 02:44:00 - [11] - Quote Nice. Solo Player Squad status: Locked
nakaya indigene 0uter.Heaven 189	Posted - 2014.03.26 02:56:00 - [12] - Quote Skihids wrote: It does appear that the cloak makes a perfect campsite out of any location. Were you shooting before being de-cloaked or simultaneous with? It seems that I could get a few shots off while still partially cloaked. whats interesting is that aiming reticule so you can aim your shot and quickly switch. The Jove espier --- my youtube --> NakaNakaNaka
nakaya indigene 0uter.Heaven 189	Posted - 2014.03.26 03:14:00 - [13] - Quote Tectonic Fusion wrote: Nice. niiiiice The Jove espier --- my youtube --> NakaNakaNaka
Maken Tosch DUST University Ivy League 7654	Posted - 2014.03.26 03:18:00 - [14] - Quote nakaya indigene wrote: Iron Wolf Saber wrote: Try to get some negatives in next time balance your reviews. Learn to criticize a bit but in reserve. fair point. but I did mention that the bolt pistol sucks and the cloaking noise is too loud. these are impressions. I havent done a review yet. besides how hard is it for ccp to screw up a patch that consists of mostly just reskinning? The bolt pistol part could be just you. I just saw Cyrius Li-Moody's YouTube video that was posted a couple of hours ago where he was rocking with the bolt pistol. Dedicated Scout // Ninja Knifer Everything I know about the Caldari I learned at Nouvelle Rouvenor
nakaya indigene 0uter.Heaven 189	Posted - 2014.03.26 03:35:00 - [15] - Quote Maken Tosch wrote: nakaya indigene wrote: Iron Wolf Saber wrote: Try to get some negatives in next time balance your reviews. Learn to criticize a bit but in reserve. fair point. but I did mention that the bolt pistol sucks and the cloaking noise is too loud. these are impressions. I havent done a review yet. besides how hard is it for ccp to screw up a patch that consists of mostly just reskinning? The bolt pistol part could be just you. I just saw Cyrius Li-Moody's YouTube video that was posted a couple of hours ago where he was rocking with the bolt pistol. I dunno man.. I just saw that video and he only got 1 kill with the bolt pistol and he was wrecking with the mag-sec. im still a tad skeptical. The Jove espier --- my youtube --> NakaNakaNaka
Vell0cet SVER True Blood General Tso's Alliance 1244	Posted - 2014.03.26 03:55:00 - [16] - Quote Nice vid. I think it's really too early to pass verdict on 1.8 yet. There are so many bugs that it's hard to evaluate the changes until a hotfix. I expected to see some glitches related to new changes (like cloaks), but problems such as the wrong slots on suits and bonuses that were working now being broken are incredibly sloppy. There needs to be major changes to how the QA team works. If they're too small to get the job done then CCP absolutely needs to get a test server going for this game ASAP (maybe even running it in an emulator on the PC to bypass the Sony issues). I also think unit testing would help catch a lot of this crap before it hits the players. The cloak seems reasonable, although I think you should be decloaked when damaged and penalized with a re-cloaking delay. The TTK seems a little better, but I'm Amarr assault with lasers so I kept overheating when I shouldn't have. That makes it hard to evaluate balance. Still not sure about the LR as its not reducing heat by tier as expected. It felt pretty lackluster (it may need 10-20m extra effective range and a proportional zoom increase), but we need bugfixes before it can really be tested. I'm really enjoying the lack of scanners. Now they're used tactically by specialists, which is as it should be. Gallente scouts are very sexy with range amps and profile damps. I like most of the design choices, and I'm hoping for a quick fix to most of these bugs. I worry some issues may require a new patch. If so, I hope CCP pushes one out quickly before the fanfest patch, otherwise we could be stuck with broken mechanics for far too long. Best PvE idea ever!
nakaya indigene 0uter.Heaven 190	Posted - 2014.03.26 04:42:00 - [17] - Quote Vell0cet wrote: Nice vid. I think it's really too early to pass verdict on 1.8 yet. There are so many bugs that it's hard to evaluate the changes until a hotfix. I expected to see some glitches related to new changes (like cloaks), but problems such as the wrong slots on suits and bonuses that were working now being broken are incredibly sloppy. There needs to be major changes to how the QA team works. If they're too small to get the job done then CCP absolutely needs to get a test server going for this game ASAP (maybe even running it in an emulator on the PC to bypass the Sony issues). I also think unit testing would help catch a lot of this crap before it hits the players. The cloak seems reasonable, although I think you should be decloaked when damaged and penalized with a re-cloaking delay. The TTK seems a little better, but I'm Amarr assault with lasers so I kept overheating when I shouldn't have. That makes it hard to evaluate balance. Still not sure about the LR as its not reducing heat by tier as expected. It felt pretty lackluster (it may need 10-20m extra effective range and a proportional zoom increase), but we need bugfixes before it can really be tested. I'm really enjoying the lack of scanners. Now they're used tactically by specialists, which is as it should be. Gallente scouts are very sexy with range amps and profile damps. I like most of the design choices, and I'm hoping for a quick fix to most of these bugs. I worry some issues may require a new patch. If so, I hope CCP pushes one out quickly before the fanfest patch, otherwise we could be stuck with broken mechanics for far too long. yeah ive just gotten numb to ccp's lack of QA. really wish they would test it in the same place they make the game. The Jove espier --- my youtube --> NakaNakaNaka
nakaya indigene 0uter.Heaven 195	Posted - 2014.03.26 19:32:00 - [18] - Quote After a day with it I'm liking the wp for tank DMG plus you also let the kill points. The Jove espier --- my youtube --> NakaNakaNaka


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