F-Zero GX

[Mayhem]

Choice 2=Not sure at moment!

is Memory Card settings (katakana tables to the fore!). You can reset the data I believe, and you can also set up the auto saving. I think you can also view all the F-Zero GX related files saved on either memory slot.

Anyone got a translation of the options for Vs Mode? I know three of them are Laps, CPU drivers and handicap on/off, not sure on the other two (they are also on/off selections).

Right, as I've had a play for 2-3 hours so far, here's my thoughts...

1) Gravity as mentioned, is a pretty mixed bag. You can float and stall or dive and speed up. There isn't quite the ability as per FZX to glide through the air.

2) Combat isn't as prevalent... yet. Have to wait and see on the higher difficulty levels whether it can make or break the difference in winning. It also has a factor in...

3) The tracks... which in general are far wider and spacious than FZX. Naturally, wider tracks means less chance to hit people with the attacks and kill them. Also easier to get round as I've played the first two cups so far. Apart from the end track on Sapphire (Mute City) which is a right pain in the arse for falling off a lot!

4) Story mode is hard, I've had to attempt each one a few times to pass it so far. Good challenges though.

5) Sound... ah people are starting to complain a bit here. I've found the music to be far less intrusive than FZX. On the other hand, that may be because I'm finding it far less pounding, involving and catchy. It's pretty good overall, but not in the FZX class. Drivers' signature tunes are quite impressive however, open up some of the racers and listen to the music in their profiles.

Here's a Q for people...

Do you think the blank driver slot extra to the 30 drivers from FXZ will be for the guy we see throttling Black Shadow in the opening to Story Mode?

Bought some items so far, but haven't explored the garage building or icon options that much yet. Will leave that a couple of days until I've gotten some decent points and opened up more of the drivers...

So what's the score overall at this point? It's good... it's fun... but I still think FXZ has the edge for now...

[dataDave]

I've just bought the Wild Boar.

"My Name, is Michael Chain, not many people know that!"

I've unlocked the staff ghosts for Mute City and Vegas Palace. Only thing is they want 25 race points offa me before they hand 'em over! Bloody charming that is!!

I still can't load my replays. grrr.

Also - I'm having difficulty loading my saved ghosts back into time attack after I turn my machine back on. Any help would be appreciated.

[Tom Salter]

Right, as I've had a play for 2-3 hours so far, here's my thoughts...

1) Gravity as mentioned, is a pretty mixed bag. You can float and stall or dive and speed up. There isn't quite the ability as per FZX to glide through the air.

2) Combat isn't as prevalent... yet. Have to wait and see on the higher difficulty levels whether it can make or break the difference in winning. It also has a factor in...

3) The tracks... which in general are far wider and spacious than FZX. Naturally, wider tracks means less chance to hit people with the attacks and kill them. Also easier to get round as I've played the first two cups so far. Apart from the end track on Sapphire (Mute City) which is a right pain in the arse for falling off a lot!

4) Story mode is hard, I've had to attempt each one a few times to pass it so far. Good challenges though.

5) Sound... ah people are starting to complain a bit here. I've found the music to be far less intrusive than FZX. On the other hand, that may be because I'm finding it far less pounding, involving and catchy. It's pretty good overall, but not in the FZX class. Drivers' signature tunes are quite impressive however, open up some of the racers and listen to the music in their profiles.

Almost the same points I made

I haven't had a blast on Story mode yet, been checking out the tracks so far. But the music, I'm loving! It fits the game perfectly, although it is a little overpowering. Definately a change in direction from FZX, but still great.

As for the tracks, the difference between FZX and FGX is that the tracks are definately wider, and so far absolutely no problems in getting around them. Some of them are really well designed, and some are fairly generic ****e.

Time will tell to see if this becomes a classic.

[Supergoal]

Had mine for an hour now ( bought from the game shop )
First thoughts were hmmm, but after a few more goes of it grew on me and I already love it..

Found a tricky track on mute city always falling off the sides and retire.
Just better training is needed for that...

I think for people who really want to PLAY this game should wait untill the US version because in my opinion you can't fully enjoy its nice bits and story character tit bits.

Other than that is quite easy to understand, its just a race game eh

[Bleeders]

Mr Postman has just delivered mine.

[Dezm0nd]

Ooooh dear no, what have they done to Big Blue's theme ft:
EDIT: Noticed another Big Blue Theme mp3 is up... and i'm happy

Still, mute city is still there... kinda... nice little drum and bass cross with rock.

[vic_viper]

Mr Postman has just delivered mine.

Mine too.

I hate having to work on a Friday.

[boybrown]

Mine's arrived from Play Asia. Can't fault them. Shipped Monday with the most basic postage and here on Friday.
I haven't played it yet. I'm still unsure. I was going to cancel, then i got caught up in the hype of the thread and now some more comments filtering through are making me a bit more sceptical. I might sell it unopened and get Mario Golf instead (don't laugh!) and then wait for the US version. I'm staring at the box thinking what to do?

[JibberX]

boybrown, I am gonna come round there (wherever there is) and slap you mighty hard. Given the oportunity to play this game, you should take it ya big galloot.

The negative vibes eminating from this thread are all part of the hype process, take the KOTOR thread (oooo I've played it for 2 hours its very boring) etc.... What you have to remember is the game is difficult and immensly deep, hell it took me about 3 months to full comprehend F-Zero X.

Although quick impressions are welcome, they really do an injustice to ANY game, 5 minutes on Enter the Matrix and the response would be "cool", a week and it's ever so lsightly different.

Make your own mind up and join my cult, all I need is your worldly possesions.

[boybrown]

OK, fair comment. I'll rip off the plastic and give it a go.
But if i hate it.....

[Papercut]

... you'll have found out for yourself. no one else can tell you what you like.

[Strafe]

Mine arrived today and I'm at work. Still, I leave at 1.00pm.....

[rjpageuk]

Postie brought mine this morning too.

Managed to get all 1sts on the first cup and was strolling the second cup until the final track (as mentioned earlier) where I managed to fall off each time and run out of lives.

Had a quick bash at time trial - great time on the first track DavidFallows!

I have had no luck loading/saving ghosts either.. I am still trying to work out which option takes you back to track selection/settings selection.

Incidentally, in story mode, I completed the first item, but this seems to be the only one I can do again, do I have to complete it on hard to proceed?

Cheers,

So far impressions are the same as everyone else... gravity does indeed seem strange and I guess it is just a matter of getting used to it.

But graphics are awesome.. Idont agree with a previous poster saying they didnt seem as good as in the videos - they are breathtaking!

Superb analogue control yet again too - just like with X such precise movements are required when travelling at very high speeds.

Loving it so far!

[Treble]

OK, fair comment. I'll rip off the plastic and give it a go.
But if i hate it.....

... you'll have found out for yourself. no one else can tell you what you like.

Pwned!

[Goemon]

Anyone got theirs from Goblin yet??