So, have you checked out Undertow (XBLA)?

I usually wouldn't blatantly plug my own work like this, but GameSpot hasn't reviewed this game yet, and I'd like it to get lots and lots of attention. Basically, Undertow is an XBL Arcade game (800 MS Points) that mixes the dual-analog shooting of Geometry Wars with the ''territories'' modes of some first-person shooters. It's got a pretty sweet campaign, and even better online multiplayer for up to 16 (!) players at once. And it pwns.If you're not already up to your friggin' eyeballs in games you've bought and haven't gotten around to playing, please at least download the Undertow demo. I know it's just a lil downloadable game, but it's the kind of fresh, original title that gamers so often pine for and then ignore upon arrival. Be a revolutionary. Make a difference.*rolls eyes at self*Here's the Gamer2.0 review.So, have you checked out Undertow (XBLA)?
He speaks truth. I can vouch for it.So, have you checked out Undertow (XBLA)?
Played the trial version. I like the humour and the graphics, but to be honest, I'm not that crazy about the multiplayer focus. I would much prefer it if this was a more focused old school shooter. Good game, worth a peek, but it only has staying power if you get into the multiplayer. Looking forward to more downloadable games with this kind of production values that are geared more towards my tastes.EDIT: Come on, you guys. This could be the next Forgotten Worlds or Retrograde/Exile.
I have it. And while it's a pretty game, the single-player is horribly balanced and has some of the worst friendly AI I've ever seen. To win in Undertow (particularly in Ultra Mode) you have to basically be a one man army, as your AI friendlies will not only pick inferior classes to combat the AI enemies, but are brain dead as well. The game also has the occasional boss fight, but it basically revolves around swimming in a circle and shooting non-stop. It would've been nice if they'd put more effort and thought into the bosses, as it was pleasant surprise to find boss fights in this type of game. The voice acting is deplorable though -- think 4th grade dropout reciting Shakespeare after a night of shooters. The classes feel balanced enough, and while I haven't played it online yet, I imagine it would be much more fun than the campaign.
I will go and check this out. I have been looking for some more good shooters like it on the arcade so I will just go fire it up now. Thanks.
Gave the demo a try. I like what it's trying to do, but personally, it's not for me. Despite that, I hope it doesn't get overlooked by the majority. Nice to see something a little bit different.
I'll think about it.
Im gonna be picking this one up over the holidays, looks interesting.
Shame-us, I'm glad I wasn't the only one who felt like that during the campaign. One-man army is it - your team doesn't do a damn thing to help out. Did you actually beat it on Ultra by yourself? *gulp* And yes, the multiplayer is so, so much cooler, even though I thought the campaign was pretty cool in co-op anyway. Leave the voice work alone, it's a 50 MB, $10 game! :PEveryone else, if you've tried the game and just don't like it, that's still cool by me. I think it's because I almost dismissed it based off the name alone (yeah yeah... I should know better than that) and then wound up loving it that I'm so keen on people giving it a go. As long as it's not getting completely overlooked, it's all good.
[QUOTE=''ShenlongBo''] Shame-us, I'm glad I wasn't the only one who felt like that during the campaign. One-man army is it - your team doesn't do a damn thing to help out. Did you actually beat it on Ultra by yourself? *gulp* And yes, the multiplayer is so, so much cooler, even though I thought the campaign was pretty cool in co-op anyway. Leave the voice work alone, it's a 50 MB, $10 game! :PEveryone else, if you've tried the game and just don't like it, that's still cool by me. I think it's because I almost dismissed it based off the name alone (yeah yeah... I should know better than that) and then wound up loving it that I'm so keen on people giving it a go. As long as it's not getting completely overlooked, it's all good.[/QUOTE]I'm about three-fourths of the way through Ultra. And yeah, I'm playing it solo. I tried to get my wife to play this, but she just couldn't wrap her head around the dual analog style. I probably coulda forced her to play the game and just serve as cannon fodder or bait, but I didn't want to neg her out on gaming -- she's still gotta 5 star medium and hard co-op with me in Guitar Hero!I was hoping Undertow was going to be similar to an underwater Sub-space, and I can't say if it is or isn't without playing online, but the offline certainly could've used work.We should get a game or two in soon.
I found the demo to be solid, I dug the setting and controls. Only problem for me was the size or maybe just the coloring of the little diver dude. With just a slight change in lighting they could have made him much easier to see. He's proportionate to his setting and about the same size as the ship in Geometry Wars, but even so I just kept losing him on screen.
[QUOTE=''Shame-usBlackley''] I'm about three-fourths of the way through Ultra. And yeah, I'm playing it solo. I tried to get my wife to play this, but she just couldn't wrap her head around the dual analog style. I probably coulda forced her to play the game and just serve as cannon fodder or bait, but I didn't want to neg her out on gaming -- she's still gotta 5 star medium and hard co-op with me in Guitar Hero!I was hoping Undertow was going to be similar to an underwater Sub-space, and I can't say if it is or isn't without playing online, but the offline certainly could've used work.We should get a game or two in soon. [/QUOTE]Dude, I got about a third of the way in on Hard (or maybe it's called ''normal'') by myself and pretty much came to the conclusion that beating the game solo was damn near impossible, except on casual. That you've gotten ANY farther than that on Ultra is pretty disgusting. Then again, when I do multiplayer matches, play with the bots set to ''Hard,'' and I usually have to beat a level or two on my own before real players start to join in. Maybe I got better.And yeah, if you want we can go through the campaign on Ultra so you can double up on the achievements (not that you need any more, you sicko :P) - one for beating Ultra, one for beating the game in co-op. Or we can go hydropwn some nubs online, lawl!1
[QUOTE=''PAJ89'']Gave the demo a try. I like what it's trying to do, but personally, it's not for me. Despite that, I hope it doesn't get overlooked by the majority. Nice to see something a little bit different.[/QUOTE]I feel exactly the same way as you about it. I liked it for a bit but I was already getting frustrated at some of it, its just not my thing, as much as I like shooters of this style.
[QUOTE=''Caddy06_88''][QUOTE=''PAJ89'']Gave the demo a try. I like what it's trying to do, but personally, it's not for me. Despite that, I hope it doesn't get overlooked by the majority. Nice to see something a little bit different.[/QUOTE]I feel exactly the same way as you about it. I liked it for a bit but I was already getting frustrated at some of it, its just not my thing, as much as I like shooters of this style.[/QUOTE]Cool. Although it isn't a game for me, it's part of the reason why I love the arcade. It's home to retro and modern classics (Pac-Man and Symphony of the Night), as well as alternative titles and more experimental offerings such as this.
Personally I haven't liked it that much. Your AI team is no help and the enemy is super aggressive. The basic gameplay is good and so are the visuals though. Maybe I'll like it better playing with other people.
[QUOTE=''ShenlongBo''] And yeah, if you want we can go through the campaign on Ultra so you can double up on the achievements (not that you need any more, you sicko :P) - one for beating Ultra, one for beating the game in co-op. Or we can go hydropwn some nubs online, lawl!1[/QUOTE]Right on. I've been taking a sabbatical from Mass Effect the last few days, which hasn't grabbed me as much as I'd have liked. I can definitely squeeze in a few rounds of Undertow. And you can never have too many achievements. :P
[QUOTE=''Shame-usBlackley''][QUOTE=''ShenlongBo''] And yeah, if you want we can go through the campaign on Ultra so you can double up on the achievements (not that you need any more, you sicko :P) - one for beating Ultra, one for beating the game in co-op. Or we can go hydropwn some nubs online, lawl!1[/QUOTE]Right on. I've been taking a sabbatical from Mass Effect the last few days, which hasn't grabbed me as much as I'd have liked. I can definitely squeeze in a few rounds of Undertow. And you can never have too many achievements. :P[/QUOTE]Whew, i'm glad i'm not the only one that feels that way about mass effect.You guys plan on getting together for an Undertow session? i want in. Though, i don't know if i can keep up, i'm only on the last mission of the second act on Ultra, you guys are better than me, i think.
[QUOTE=''PAJ89'']Cool. Although it isn't a game for me, it's part of the reason why I love the arcade. It's home to retro and modern classics (Pac-Man and Symphony of the Night), as well as alternative titles and more experimental offerings such as this.[/QUOTE]I agree. It is a great service because it mixes the content up.
i should try this..