Soldier of Fortune: Payback - Gen. Discussion [Mobile/Archive]

LinkinPrime

06-26-2007, 05:46 PM

http://img165.imageshack.us/img165/5668/sofpbpf1.png
(http://www.xbox.com/en-US/games/s/soldieroffortunepayback/)
Features

Failure is not an option. In the third installment of the Soldier of Fortune series, take on the role of a hired mercenary with The Shop, and experience all the thrills and dangers of intense mercenary combat throughout the Middle East, Africa, Asia and Eastern Europe. Blast your way through high intensity combat situations in Soldier of Fortune® Payback, and defeat an extremist organization determined to throw the world into global conflict.

Compelling storyline: When a routine escort mission goes horribly wrong, the player must confront an insidious enemy that knows no boundaries. Experience authentic mercenary situations in real world hotspots around the globe. Survive an ambush and rescue a diplomat, infiltrate a terrorist organization, go on a search and destroy mission, and much more.
Enemies around every corner: Over 15 unique enemy types including terrorists, mobsters, insurgents, regular soldiers, and more. Enemies react to the specific area they've been hit, and to the power of the weapon used. But they will not be stopped, so stay on guard.
A full arsenal: Over 30 of the baddest weapons around, including submachine guns, assault rifles, sniper rifles, projectile explosives, weapons attachments, and futuristic prototypes.
Multiplayer modes: Play individual and team-based online modes including Deathmatch, Team Deathmatch, Elimination, Team Elimination, Capture the Flag, and Demolition. Persistent stat tracking and optimized maps for multiplayer add to the game experience

Update 10/9 Gameplay Trailer:
http://youtube.com/watch?v=V2NOUxwfiTg

http://img512.imageshack.us/img512/7779/sofrw3.th.jpg (http://img512.imageshack.us/my.php?image=sofrw3.jpg)

Not sure how likely this will turn out but GS has the listing posted for the X360, PC and PS3. I'm sure if true we'll hear about it in the next couple weeks when E3 hits.

http://www.gamestop.com/product.asp?product%5Fid=200351

CrimsonPaw

06-26-2007, 06:40 PM

Roufuss

06-26-2007, 06:42 PM

They should have just let this series die, imo.

It was merely average back in the day (at least to me) and I don't think it's going to hold a candle at all to today's top FPS's.

Scorch

06-26-2007, 06:44 PM

If the first two games didn't have the over-the-top violence that they did, no one would remember it at all.

CoffeeEdge

06-26-2007, 06:47 PM

Huh. Never thought we'd here from that one again...I wonder if Raven will be in charge? It just lists Activision as the developer, but then again, it's Gamestop.com, not exactly known for accuract in these matters.

help1

06-26-2007, 09:07 PM

I liked the first for the simple fact that it had such low system requirements taht it worked on my shit computer. I have since upgraded, gaming computer now, no more sucky games for me.

R1V3R5

06-26-2007, 10:27 PM

That would SOOOOO kick ass. Soldier of Fortune 2 was one of my favorite multi-player games, so much that I never played the single player campaign. I can only hope that SOF3 would hold the same MP standard ... I'm definately looking forward to E3.

Yeah, it rocked. I get the feeling that people here who bashed it never actually played the multiplayer. I think the single player campaign was mediocre and only got about 20 minutes in to it, lol. If this is actually made by Raven, I'll buy it.

Chacrana

06-26-2007, 10:37 PM

Apart from the violence, there is really nothing about these games that stands out as being more than mediocre. Why are you people getting excited over this? If somebody takes a shit on your porch, do you get excited? Because that's essentially what's being done.

defiance_17

06-26-2007, 10:58 PM

My friend has been playing a fucking demo of Soldier of Fortune 2 almost daily since well before I met him. I played a few times, and couldn't figure out why he's so into it. He'll probably be excited about this.

VipFREAK

06-26-2007, 11:11 PM

Man, I had great fun with SoF2. If they keep the same formula it will be just as good as back then. I'm interested.

KingDox

06-26-2007, 11:30 PM

SoF 2 was blast on the PC back in the day. I hope there is a PC version.

danked

06-27-2007, 02:27 AM

If the first two games didn't have the over-the-top violence that they did, no one would remember it at all.

yep, thats pretty much why the games were fun 8-)

CrimsonPaw

06-27-2007, 11:17 AM

CoffeeEdge

06-27-2007, 09:41 PM

IGN says that Activision confirmed it to them:
http://xbox360.ign.com/articles/800/800044p1.html

Unfortunately (or perhaps awesomely, because as the Simple 2000 series proves, not all budget games are lame), the game is being developed by Activision Value, the same division responsible for the Barbie and Cabela's games...

LinkinPrime

10-09-2007, 06:19 PM

I don't know how this will go through the ESRB:
http://youtube.com/watch?v=V2NOUxwfiTg

Sporadic

10-09-2007, 06:28 PM

Again, I would venture to guess that those who thought the game was just "meh" didn't get into the MP. I agree that the single player was lack-luster, but there was something about the multiplay that hit home with me.

It was all about shooting somebody's leg off with a shotgun or making a perfect throw with a knive.

Logg

10-09-2007, 06:51 PM

This game looks awesome.

CoffeeEdge

10-09-2007, 08:56 PM

HD Trailers:
http://download.gamevideos.com/15278/gv.com.SoldierOfFortuneGameplay_1280x720.wmv
http://www.gametrailers.com/player/26156.html

Don't ask me why one trailer has the ultra-gore, and the other doesn't, cause I really don't know. :/

Either way, that first one had my jaw on the floor. Just insane. This game is going to be awesome. I was worried about it, because it was being developed by Cauldron (a mostly budget game studio with a so-so reputation), but it looks like they've really stepped up to the plate for this one. I can't wait to blow some arms off. :D

buterbals

10-09-2007, 09:40 PM

Well after seeing the trailers Im surprised at how good it looks. Loving the gore.

eswat

10-09-2007, 09:58 PM

I'm with the "SoF 2 was a fucking blast in MP" crowd. I played that MP beta for so long :D

hootie

11-09-2007, 06:02 PM

This game is coming out next week, I'm surprised more people aren't interested in it!

As long as it get's decent reviews, I'll be sure to pick it up.

LinkinPrime

11-09-2007, 06:07 PM

Yeah, WTF happened with this game, the lack of advertising and hype makes me think its going to suck. Also how the hell did the ESRB let this one through?

hootie

11-09-2007, 07:19 PM

Yeah, WTF happened with this game, the lack of advertising and hype makes me think its going to suck. Also how the hell did the ESRB let this one through?

I guess the lack of hype can be attributed to the fact that there are just too many AAA games that are coming out just around the same time as this; regardless, I believe this will be a quality game.

I read somewhere that Infinity Ward actually helped out Activision a lot with this game (that seems obvious after looking at the graphics, guns, aiming, etc). I'd guess that if the game looks as good and plays as good as in the videos, it should get some decent reviews, say in the 8-8.5 range. People who played the second SoF say the online mode is fantastic, I hope it is the same for Payback! The sheer fun of the dismemberment in the single player mode will instantly give this game a huge amount of replay value, so I have nearly no doubts I will be playing this title for quite a while. That being said, I do hope Activision fixes up the enemy AI a bit...it looked sort of shitty in the videos.

As for the ESRB not stopping this game, I am also have no idea as to how it slipped by them...the amount of gore is astounding. Not really a bad thing though, one of the main reasons I'm getting this game is to just have so fun mindlessly gunning and maiming numerous terrorists. :lol:

CrimsonPaw

11-09-2007, 07:22 PM

This game is coming out next week, I'm surprised more people aren't interested in it!

As long as it get's decent reviews, I'll be sure to pick it up.
Well, keep in mind that it's in the fray of COD4, Assassin's Creed, Super Mario Galaxy, Mass Effect, Rock Band, and a slew of other hyped titles; had it come out in February I'm sure it would have gotten a LOT more attention.

Sporadic

11-09-2007, 07:23 PM

If only it was $30 right out the gate.

LinkinPrime

11-09-2007, 07:23 PM

I guess the lack of hype can be attributed to the fact that there are just too many AAA games that are coming out just around the same time as this; regardless, I believe this will be a quality game.

I read somewhere that Infinity Ward actually helped out Activision a lot with this game (that seems obvious after looking at the graphics, guns, aiming, etc). I'd guess that if the game looks as good and plays as good as in the videos, it should get some decent reviews, say in the 8-8.5 range. People who played the second SoF say the online mode is fantastic, I hope it is the same for Payback! The sheer fun of the dismemberment in the single player mode will instantly give this game a huge amount of replay value, so I have nearly no doubts I will be playing this title for quite a while. That being said, I do hope Activision fixes up the enemy AI a bit...it looked sort of shitty in the videos.

As for the ESRB not stopping this game, I am also have no idea as to how it slipped by them...the amount of gore is astounding. Not really a bad thing though, one of the main reasons I'm getting this game is to just have so fun mindlessly gunning and maiming numerous terrorists. :lol:

I wasn't complaining about the violence, I was mearly shocked that they didn't have to "tone it down".
Is the dismembering present while playing online matches?

CrimsonPaw

11-09-2007, 07:25 PM

People who played the second SoF say the online mode is fantastic, I hope it is the same for Payback!
I use to play SOF2 online almost religiously and got pretty good at it; and you are correct, it was a phenominal online experience. If SOF: Payback can achieve that same online presence I'll be sure to pick it up (probably used though looking at my funding).

Sporadic

11-09-2007, 07:27 PM

Is the dismembering present while playing online matches?

It was in SoF2.

Nothing was more fun than blowing somebody's leg off with a shotgun or hitting them in the face with a throwing knive.

hootie

11-09-2007, 07:43 PM

Is the dismembering present while playing online matches?

I'm glad you asked. :D

http://xbox360media.ign.com/xbox360/image/article/834/834165/soldier-of-fortune-pay-back-20071109002915658.jpg

http://xbox360media.ign.com/xbox360/image/article/833/833585/soldier-of-fortune-pay-back-20071107041429773.jpg

And here's a random, yet awesome, single player screenshot I found on IGN http://xbox360media.ign.com/xbox360/image/article/834/834165/soldier-of-fortune-pay-back-20071109002920408.jpg
:hot:

LinkinPrime

11-09-2007, 08:34 PM

Here's the achievement list:
http://www.achieve360points.com/game/soldieroffortunepayback/

VipFREAK

11-09-2007, 09:21 PM

I'll probably pick this up sometime just because I enjoyed sof2 so much way back when.

VanillaGorilla

11-09-2007, 09:33 PM

This game will get 4's and 5's, if even that.

Puffa469

11-10-2007, 12:24 AM

I see a game that noone in Germany or Australia will be playing...

VipFREAK

11-10-2007, 02:59 AM

Oh my... http://www.thecarforum.net/forum/images/smilies/5scared6yr.gif

http://www.thecarforum.net/forum/images/smilies/lmao.gif http://www.thecarforum.net/forum/images/smilies/woohoo9pm.gif

http://www.smallbusinessbrief.com/forum/images/smilies/idea.gif SOF3 > Manhunt 2?

http://www.pic4ever.com/images/staunugly.gif Must Buy!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l37icWnqiuc

LinkinPrime

11-10-2007, 03:54 AM

hootie

11-10-2007, 11:39 AM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l37icWnqiuc

Holy shit. :rofl:

Day 1.

DAY 1.

crunchb3rry

11-10-2007, 02:56 PM

I think I saw a dude's arm pop off after a 2 foot fall.

SNKMat

11-10-2007, 04:32 PM

This game looks like a 7.3-7.7 game

Logg

11-12-2007, 01:10 PM

Game looks awesome

flybrione

11-12-2007, 02:42 PM

I just reserved this and Blacksite Area 51 yesterday after I traded in a bunch of crap at gamestop. Both games look like real fun.

I can't wait to play them I loved SOF2 on PC. I'm not a big PC gamer but that was one of the few games I have played for PC.

retail sucks

11-13-2007, 12:21 AM

It's nice to see someone has the balls to do a game with gore or should I say realism.

CrimsonPaw

11-13-2007, 11:34 AM

It's nice to see someone has the balls to do a game with gore or should I say realism.
I don't know that I would say realism, from the videos it looks like when someone gets shot blood erupts from their body like Mount Vesuvius. I will say that it does look pretty sweet though.

VipFREAK

11-13-2007, 11:39 AM

http://www.thecarforum.net/forum/images/smilies/drool57li.gif OMFG! it has a KRISS gun (sv.45acp)! http://www.pic4ever.com/images/1041.gif

http://aycu07.webshots.com/image/31686/2002168838470771816_rs.jpg
http://aycu23.webshots.com/image/32702/2002162843082287510_rs.jpg
http://aycu21.webshots.com/image/33580/2002121400818752631_rs.jpg

v00d00ppl

11-14-2007, 02:13 AM

looks promising. i will definitely check it out this week at my local blockbuster.

KwanzaaTimmy

11-14-2007, 02:53 AM

Seems like the framerate holds up and the explosions (and gore) look really good. For one reason or another I thought this was going to be a budget title (as in the price). For right now, CoD4 has me, but this will be worth plodding through later this year or next, looks fun :)

ICEPICC

11-14-2007, 10:41 PM

i was hoping to see a SOF for 360. sof2 was my fav game. I still put it in but no one is on.

On live so many people hated the nade launcher & auto shotty. I loved them all and liked seeing the nad launcher first in the video.

i cant wait to see more vids on the game.

CrimsonPaw

11-15-2007, 12:16 AM

Any reviews so far? I'm interested to see how this comes out.

CoffeeEdge

11-15-2007, 12:29 AM

Any reviews so far? I'm interested to see how this comes out.
I have it.

It's basically shit, but it's also AWESOME (read: WOO HOO I BLEW THIS DUDE'S ARM OFF AND I CAN SEE BONES STICKING OUT HAHAHAHA AWESOME). If it weren't for it being so AWESOME, it'd probably be one of the worst FPSes of the season.

To just make a broad statement, it really does feel like the budget game it really is (the developer makes budget games) in most regards, though the graphics are quite nice, though nothing really to stand out from the crowd.

So, it's a pretty generic FPS, with a healthy dose of AWESOME to give it some unique identity, and make it fun if you're in the right mood. This game is strictly for the AWESOME, not for cutting-edge, refined FPS gameplay, and really, there's nothing wrong with that. Not every game needs to be Bioshock or Crysis.

VipFREAK

11-15-2007, 12:40 AM

If you saw any of the SOF games as a serious FPS you're stupid to begin with... xD

CoffeeEdge

11-15-2007, 04:01 AM

If you saw any of the SOF games as a serious FPS you're stupid to begin with... xD
Trust me, they first two stacked up much better against their contemporaries, than SOF3 does against it's peers.

CrimsonPaw

11-15-2007, 11:40 AM

I have it.

It's basically shit, but it's also AWESOME (read: WOO HOO I BLEW THIS DUDE'S ARM OFF AND I CAN SEE BONES STICKING OUT HAHAHAHA AWESOME). If it weren't for it being so AWESOME, it'd probably be one of the worst FPSes of the season.

To just make a broad statement, it really does feel like the budget game it really is (the developer makes budget games) in most regards, though the graphics are quite nice, though nothing really to stand out from the crowd.

So, it's a pretty generic FPS, with a healthy dose of AWESOME to give it some unique identity, and make it fun if you're in the right mood. This game is strictly for the AWESOME, not for cutting-edge, refined FPS gameplay, and really, there's nothing wrong with that. Not every game needs to be Bioshock or Crysis.
Damn, I should have figured that since Raven wasn't doing it the game was going to be sucktastic. Then again, I put about 10 minutes of play into SOF2's single player and about 2 years into the MP. Were you able to try out any MP or is that as lacking as the SP component?

hootie

11-15-2007, 03:26 PM

This game has been getting shit reviews from all the people that have it...guess I'll spend my $60 on Mass Effect.

Not that that's a bad thing, though. :D

mik

11-17-2007, 05:37 AM

So far, this is the worst game I've played all year.

VipFREAK

12-05-2007, 08:51 AM

My god this game is great! I love it! Even multiplayer is good despite all it's horribleness.

Gore + great weapons and sound make

SOF: P > COD4

Yeah yeah... : puts on flame suit: :roll:

doubledown

12-05-2007, 12:59 PM

I rented it and I thought the game was "OK" at best. I played a little through single player....felt a little clunky, but fun. Multiplayer was also fun....but got a bit annoying after a while. For $20, I may pick it up....but for $60...no way.

VipFREAK

12-05-2007, 03:44 PM

yeah, definitely get it for cheap as possible. I got mine free so it was a steal and a great value gam. xD

Puffa469

12-05-2007, 04:39 PM

This is a full priced game??? I thought for sure this was gonna be a budget title.

The reviews Ive seen have basically said this is crap. But I was thinking it was $30 and might be fun at that price. They got some balls charging $60 for this.

VipFREAK

12-05-2007, 04:45 PM

I can't imagine anyone paying it...

Wait til it's $14.68 at Fry's or something.

Sofa King Kool

12-05-2007, 05:05 PM

I've heard this series is unforgivingly violent. The video proves it. I'll probably be picking this up.

VipFREAK

12-05-2007, 05:08 PM

Yeah it is, now that I completed it I'm gonna turn on auto aim. lol

glockant

01-08-2008, 04:24 PM

anyone play this online?

i played a few hours last night. it's no COD4, but i think it's fun.

mvp828

01-08-2008, 11:44 PM

I rented this over Christmas Break, and played for about 5 minutes before wanting to shoot myself for the guilt I felt.

mercilessming

02-26-2008, 10:01 AM

Not much on the Web for this game, guess its because it was panned by most players and critics. However I was wondering how long is it, I am in the "Club Levels". How many levels/Missions are there to this game so I can start thinking about what my next game will be.

Overall I don't understand why the game was hated so badly by a lot of people, it is a budget title, and a throwback to old school, kill'em all, straightforward point a to b, first person shooter.

glockant

02-26-2008, 01:16 PM

i believe that is towards the end, so you should wrap this up in another 1-3 levels.

mercilessming

02-27-2008, 08:01 AM

i believe that is towards the end, so you should wrap this up in another 1-3 levels.

Yes, Thanks, I was at the end and what a unsatisfying abrupt ending, If I knew it would end like this I would wait to see if there was going to be a sequel. Basically the story is a giant "to be continued"! I am glad I paid 20 for it because it was a good IMO, but way to short, even for someone like me who is learning to transition to FPS on consoles.

beniah

02-27-2008, 09:08 PM

I have it.

It's basically shit, but it's also AWESOME (read: WOO HOO I BLEW THIS DUDE'S ARM OFF AND I CAN SEE BONES STICKING OUT HAHAHAHA AWESOME). If it weren't for it being so AWESOME, it'd probably be one of the worst FPSes of the season.

To just make a broad statement, it really does feel like the budget game it really is (the developer makes budget games) in most regards, though the graphics are quite nice, though nothing really to stand out from the crowd.

So, it's a pretty generic FPS, with a healthy dose of AWESOME to give it some unique identity, and make it fun if you're in the right mood. This game is strictly for the AWESOME, not for cutting-edge, refined FPS gameplay, and really, there's nothing wrong with that. Not every game needs to be Bioshock or Crysis.

Man- this is my favorite review ever written! :) I kind of want to play the game after reading this