Overwatch - Blizzard's latest game

Grayditch · 07-05-2016 9:01pm

K.O.Kiki wrote: »

Symmetra on Defence is amazing

She's unreal in defence. Good luck ever getting voted best player, though. Ah to be fair I have a few times. People like when you shield them up.

froog · 07-05-2016 9:10pm

playing all day.

such a great game. there's a depth to this that you don't get in TF2. i think we'll see "metas" evolving all the time like dota that will be fun. anyone seen a hero stack team yet? everyone the same hero?

Dave_The_Sheep · 08-05-2016 1:50am

froog wrote: »

anyone seen a hero stack team yet? everyone the same hero?

A few of my guildies did it earlier today with ... the tank with the shield? Four of them in a square, with others inside firing out. They also did a defense with a team of the dwarvish lad with the turret.

They cleaned up on both occasions.

SeantheMan · 08-05-2016 7:33am

TheDoc wrote: »

Very enjoyable game. Feels like it might suffer from becoming repetitive fast, but extremely enjoyable.

I get that feeling a bit too.

I think there are a few issues. The gametype you get put into is random, and it's a max of 6v6. Some maps are also quite small.
These often make for very short games. Some only last 2 minutes I've found...especially if it's one sided.

If we take TF2 as a comparison...there are multiple gametypes....actually ALL those in Overwatch are already in TF2 ...and more.
All these gametypes are selectable, so you can choose a server for your preferred gametype.
TF2 allows for up to 32 players (16 v 16) and depending on servers there are custom rules (limited classes etc)

When I go to play a game of TF2 I know it may take 20-30 minutes, whereas Overwatch seems like something if I have 3 minutes to spare I'll jump on and play and can get a round in and leave.
Also I haven't seen the ingame comms being very effective, and noone using voice chat as of yet.

The more I play the more it seems like a graphically enhanced 'arcadish' (quick rounds) TF2 with more characters, but less depth, fewer gametypes and fewer server options. I don't know if it's worth 65 for Origin edition or the higher price for the collectors.

pablomakaveli · 08-05-2016 10:53am

Betas been extended till the 10th.

https://twitter.com/playoverwatch/status/729094932103757824

Grayditch · 08-05-2016 11:25am

I feel like I would need more gametypes. Saying that, I'm not bored yet, I just think it needs about 2-3 more to break it up.

froog · 08-05-2016 11:40am

Find it a bit baffling they're launching this as is. That is with one game mode 6 v 6 random. Can't even chose whether it's payload or attack defend.

pablomakaveli · 08-05-2016 12:02pm

That voting thing at the end irritates me. Had a zone defense match and got a 26 killstreak with the turret guy, pretty much saved us a number of times. But that didnt merit a single vote from my team apparently. Should have sat back and let them lose.:mad:

Grayditch · 08-05-2016 12:13pm

I've had to stop caring about that. And "Play of the game". It's usually a turret triple kill. A full list of everything people did at the end would be nice, though.

Mickeroo · 08-05-2016 12:20pm

The beta is pretty much the full game at launch as far as I know so the full price tag is a bit steep for me (on console anyway), would be good to see some sort of road map regarding future DLC, they've said any new characters, maps and gamemodes will be free haven't they?

tok9 · 08-05-2016 2:31pm

Decided I had to check this out on PC since a lot of people I know are playing there so I got windows on my Mac and fortunately it just about runs. I actually love this game. Easily the most fun I've had with a multiplayer game since TLOU (tbf Rocket League is great fun too).

I might get it on PS4 too depending on if I can play with people.

Grayditch · 08-05-2016 3:19pm

My new favourite game is finding the most clever/irritating places to put Symetra's turrets.

Icaras · 08-05-2016 4:27pm

Mickeroo wrote: »

The beta is pretty much the full game at launch as far as I know so the full price tag is a bit steep for me (on console anyway), would be good to see some sort of road map regarding future DLC, they've said any new characters, maps and gamemodes will be free haven't they?

If thats true same with me. Its a fine game but I think the community will get bored of it quickly.

Nody · 08-05-2016 8:04pm

Mickeroo wrote: »

The beta is pretty much the full game at launch as far as I know so the full price tag is a bit steep for me (on console anyway), would be good to see some sort of road map regarding future DLC, they've said any new characters, maps and gamemodes will be free haven't they?

Correct.

09-05-2016 12:49am

I can't see myself buying this if the full game is identical. I'd like to pick which map to play on at the very least. What is my latency ffs???? I think I've gotten everything out of it in this short beta.

Vicxas · 09-05-2016 9:00am

Played the game most of the weekend, and I can say that while the game is fun it is a bit thin on the ground with regards to game modes. And for that price it is incredibly steep.

The tank classes are also lacking something, the likes of Roadhog and Reinhart are VERY situational and their damage seems to be very inconsistent. The others I couldn't use effectively at all in most matches, But that might just be me.

I used Mercy for nearly all my healing and found her to be near identical to the doctor in TF2, which isn't a bad thing

Damage wise Bastion is OP as hell and the likes of Soldier 76 and Reaper didnt appeal to me.

But that's my very brief overview.

Nody · 09-05-2016 9:37am

Vicxas wrote: »

Damage wise Bastion is OP as hell and the likes of Soldier 76 and Reaper didnt appeal to me.

Bastion is free exp for a Widowmaker or Hanzo though (you can shot their shoulders without them being able to shot back); I had enemy team with 2 Bastions and switched to Widowmaker and kept them running away/dying the whole game until we capped. Now if the enemy does not switch up and focus them down (i.e. I've seen some Widowmakers' park themselves in a spot and take pot shots only) they can be insanely op.

Shiminay · 09-05-2016 10:31am

The one thing I can say for sure after the weekend's beta, I'm gonna get this game. Off to see what Green Man can do for me price wise

awec · 09-05-2016 10:59am

Grayditch wrote: »

I've had to stop caring about that. And "Play of the game". It's usually a turret triple kill. A full list of everything people did at the end would be nice, though.

Yea, I play as healer every time and usually don't kill anything. There are times when I am healing like mad, reviving 2 or 3 people to save / capture a zone but it seems play of the game only focuses on kills.

DeSelby83 · 09-05-2016 1:10pm

Have they announced what other modes are in the game?

Also why is the pc version cheaper, is there something extra in the console version

Dcully · 09-05-2016 1:14pm

Played 19 hours since last Tuesday beta early access and reckon I have a good grasp it now.
The most impressive aspect is the polish, as always blizz are head and shoulders above the crowd here.
I don't get the complaints about limited game modes simply because id rather have maps and modes complimenting eachother.
The the maps are tailor made for the modes and not just game modes thrown into maps without thought like other games.
Gameplay is fantastic,heroes feel really diverse and a totally different from eachother to play yet the balance seems to be spot on, blizz went to great pans to try get the balance right and to me they got it down pretty good.

Utterly brilliant game that I reckon will offer me more longevity than anything else out there ive played.

When the beta ends I will be playing Battleborn, similar game yet very different, cant recommend it enough also.

Dcully · 09-05-2016 1:15pm

DeSelby83 wrote: »

Have they announced what other modes are in the game?

Also why is the pc version cheaper, is there something extra in the console version

PC games are always cheaper.
One of the delights of PC gaming.

Mickeroo · 09-05-2016 1:19pm

Dcully wrote: »

PC games are always cheaper.
One of the delights of PC gaming.

Not only that, you can only guy the "Origins Edition" on console, on PC you can get it without the extra skins and that for a fair bit cheaper.

cherryghost · 09-05-2016 2:06pm

DeSelby83 wrote: »

Have they announced what other modes are in the game?

Also why is the pc version cheaper, is there something extra in the console version

They're adding ranked mm, and confirmed interest in suggestions for a Capture-the-flag type mode. They also said future maps and characters will be free to keep the community together (probably to a certain point).

Either way the game plays pretty much flawless. My only gripe is the support roster is pretty lacklustre and sometimes boring. I hope the first hero they add post launch is a healer.

Also... did anyone see Cloud9 player was caught cheating the Overkill grand finals yesterday?

nix · 09-05-2016 2:17pm

cherryghost wrote: »

They're adding ranked mm, and confirmed interest in suggestions for a Capture-the-flag type mode. They also said future maps and characters will be free to keep the community together (probably to a certain point).

Either way the game plays pretty much flawless. My only gripe is the support roster is pretty lacklustre and sometimes boring. I hope the first hero they add post launch is a healer.

Also... did anyone see Cloud9 player was caught cheating the Overkill grand finals yesterday?

How was he cheating?

also, how many free skins in the origin? i thought it was only a sniper skin free?

I'm really contemplating getting the collectors edition :eek:

JakHicks · 09-05-2016 2:20pm

Yeah that was a decent weekend of it. Had some odd lag issues last night but other than that it was a flawless experience!
I'd say I'll drop the cash for it when it's fully out...

cherryghost · 09-05-2016 2:23pm

nix wrote: »

How was he cheating?

also, how many free skins in the origin? i thought it was only a sniper skin free?

I'm really contemplating getting the collectors edition :eek:

He was aimbotting, there was videos and gifs of one of the players headshotting through the wall amongst other things. I really hope Blizzard have their anti-cheat **** together.

09-05-2016 2:57pm

cherryghost wrote: »

They're adding ranked mm, and confirmed interest in suggestions for a Capture-the-flag type mode. They also said future maps and characters will be free to keep the community together (probably to a certain point).

Either way the game plays pretty much flawless. My only gripe is the support roster is pretty lacklustre and sometimes boring. I hope the first hero they add post launch is a healer.

Also... did anyone see Cloud9 player was caught cheating the Overkill grand finals yesterday?

Mercy is a healer, no? Almost identical to the doctor from TF2.

I just want more options than "quick match" going forward. I don't think that's too much to ask.

I have the usual gripes with the skins. Although rare, sometimes I can't instantly tell what a particular class is. I have gotten Reaper and McCree mixed up a few times. A mild annoyance that I could do without.

cherryghost · 09-05-2016 3:16pm

Deleted User wrote: »

Mercy is a healer, no? Almost identical to the doctor from TF2.

I just want more options than "quick match" going forward. I don't think that's too much to ask.

I have the usual gripes with the skins. Although rare, sometimes I can't instantly tell what a particular class is. I have gotten Reaper and McCree mixed up a few times. A mild annoyance that I could do without.

I know there are healers but there are more heroes of other classes and I would be grateful if Blizzards first post-launch content adds a new healer hero that's more interesting to play

Korvanica · 09-05-2016 3:35pm

They need to give people who pick tanks and support classes some sort of bonus.

All anyone wants to do is play damage dealers. (my whole group of friends included) leaving me on support the whole time as no-one else is willing to play them.

Dcully · 09-05-2016 3:45pm

Deleted User wrote: »

Mercy is a healer, no? Almost identical to the doctor from TF2.

I just want more options than "quick match" going forward. I don't think that's too much to ask.

I have the usual gripes with the skins. Although rare, sometimes I can't instantly tell what a particular class is. I have gotten Reaper and McCree mixed up a few times. A mild annoyance that I could do without.

Mcree is a cowboy with a cowboy hat Reaper isn't :P

I also agree game needs a few more healer options.
The most annoying thing for me is play of the game POTG 99% of the time goes to those hanging round ignoring objectives and teamplay only to seek out an ultimate option then getting it as POTG.
Nothing at all about support and tanks,if they don't have ameans to track good play from support and tanks then they should scrap it because all you are left with is the cod generation seeking kills playing only dps.

Shiminay · 09-05-2016 3:57pm

Dcully wrote: »

Mcree is a cowboy with a cowboy hat Reaper isn't :P

Until you put his Mariachi sombrero outfit on when he takes on a look not entirely dissimilar from McRee

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Now with added pics

09-05-2016 4:20pm

I went searching for a particular skin because it was actually neither of those. I was way off. This is the skin I thought was Reaper/McCree :pac:

Links234 · 09-05-2016 5:03pm

Gave this a go

Picked McCree right off because gunslinger, of course I'm all over that

Got a massive 5-kill streak in my last game

Shiminay · 09-05-2016 5:37pm

I think I hit a 29 player kill streak with a Bastion...

Dcully · 09-05-2016 6:11pm

Best streak was 47 with Widowmaker,got accused of hacking too lol.

So many heroes I really enjoy playing and very few I dislike playing.

Links234 · 09-05-2016 6:37pm

Those Bastions are the worst, I always seem to end up getting killed by them.

Mickeroo · 09-05-2016 6:39pm

Links234 wrote: »

Those Bastions are the worst, I always seem to end up getting killed by them.

Three shots from Widowmaker's sniper kills them, Genji's deflect skill also makes short work of them.

froog · 09-05-2016 6:41pm

killed my first bastion with genji. feels good man.

froog · 09-05-2016 6:42pm

winston is tons of fun, vault into the enemy position and cause mass panic allowing your team to mop up.

froog · 09-05-2016 6:44pm

Dcully wrote: »

Mcree is a cowboy with a cowboy hat Reaper isn't :P

I also agree game needs a few more healer options.
The most annoying thing for me is play of the game POTG 99% of the time goes to those hanging round ignoring objectives and teamplay only to seek out an ultimate option then getting it as POTG.
Nothing at all about support and tanks,if they don't have ameans to track good play from support and tanks then they should scrap it because all you are left with is the cod generation seeking kills playing only dps.

yeah imo ultys shouldn't count towards play of the game. 99% of them right now are junkrat or reaper ultys.

Vicxas · 09-05-2016 6:45pm

You know you're doing well when you get called a hacker.

cherryghost · 09-05-2016 6:46pm

https://giant.gfycat.com/FarawayLinedDouglasfirbarkbeetle.webm

Mickeroo · 09-05-2016 6:49pm

cherryghost wrote: »

Hah, nicely done you got him good. I was having a lot fun with D.Va the other night too, her ultimate is great for clearing out capture points and the like though I often get killed by it myself.

Dcully · 09-05-2016 7:07pm

cherryghost wrote: »

https://giant.gfycat.com/FarawayLinedDouglasfirbarkbeetle.webm

haha that was brilliant

pablomakaveli · 09-05-2016 8:06pm

cherryghost wrote: »

https://giant.gfycat.com/FarawayLinedDouglasfirbarkbeetle.webm

I did something stupid like that yesterday. Stood next to her shooting at her like an eejit without noticing she ejected. Bye bye me.

Made up for it in another game where a player set off the suit detonation on the point my team was defending. Playing as Mei I threw up an ice wall right next to the suit and protected the team.

I think its stuff like that which makes the game great. Its perfect for creating those memorable moments.

Links234 · 09-05-2016 8:22pm

Did something very awesome as McCree when I snuck up behind the enemy team escorting one of those whatever trucks, did the Deadeye skill and took out 4 of them in an instant. One guy was left and I finished him off quick

DeSelby83 · 09-05-2016 9:02pm

Really enjoying what I've played of the beta but a bit annoyed that the PC version is 20 cheaper than the console version, I'd be much more likely to buy it at 40 and not get those skins or whatever the extra 20 gets you. Right now I think I'd wait on a sale to get it.

Links234 · 09-05-2016 9:09pm

By the way, is it just me or is there no voice chat working at all? Haven't heard anything at all so far.

Gunmonkey · 09-05-2016 9:31pm

Links234 wrote: »

By the way, is it just me or is there no voice chat working at all? Haven't heard anything at all so far.

I have heard some folks talk, but it is very infrequent. Maybe its push to talk and nobody bothers (PC here).

Overwatch - Blizzard's latest game

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