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Posted: Dec 5th 2007 3:58PM (Unverified) said

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I've tried the demo and it was pretty cool, but I refuse to buy any PS3 games that won't give me the option to run in 1080i. That's really my only issue with the PS3, that it won't upscale 720p games to 1080i like the 360 will. I am one of the unfortunate people that has an HDTV (a Sony TV, no less!) that doesn't support 720p, just 408i/480p/1080i.
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Posted: Dec 5th 2007 4:03PM (Unverified) said

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Good Eats IS pretty awesome.
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Posted: Dec 5th 2007 4:08PM (Unverified) said

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why deprive yourself? You're missing out on a lot of really really great PS3 games with that kind of attitude.
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Posted: Dec 5th 2007 4:24PM (Unverified) said

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JodyAnthony,

I agree with you about the 1080i issue. I also have a Sony HDTV that doesn't support 720p and am really annoyed that they downscale 720p content to 480p instead of upscaling the way they do for people that have a 1080p television. You would think that Sony, at least, would support their own televisions. I have been very happy with the TV set, but am not that happy with games that look much worse than their XBox 360 counterparts due to the scaling issue.
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Posted: Dec 5th 2007 4:17PM (Unverified) said

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well i have to divide my gaming budget up among the DS, PSP, Wii, and PS3 so I figure it's not that much of a hassle. I bought into Sony's hype about an HD machine and I'll be damned if I am going to spend $60 on a game that I can't get the most possible graphical enjoiment out of.
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Posted: Dec 5th 2007 4:23PM Shagittarius said

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Yeah I think it really sucks that people that dont have 720p TVs have to play in 480p if the game doesn't support 1080i.

At the same time though think about the resolutions that Halo 3 and COD 3 run in and its really not all that different.
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Posted: Dec 5th 2007 4:04PM (Unverified) said

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Great news. I finished the game this past weekend and I can't wait to back to the village of Doolin and the Netherworld. If you own a PS3, this game deserves at least a rent. The story will hook you instantly and the gameplay is pretty fun with all of the different folk to collect.
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Posted: Dec 5th 2007 4:10PM Hirsbrunner said

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I am on the fence as to whether or not I should pick this up. I'm in the mood for an RPG, and thought about this or maybe Elder Scrolls: Oblivion.

The latter seems a bit too involved for my taste and the art style of Folklore looks very intriguing. But, one is $30 cheaper than the other.

Decisions, decisions...
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Posted: Dec 5th 2007 4:24PM Shagittarius said

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The main reason I never picked up folklore was beacuse of the lack of voice acting throughout most of the game. I thought it was pretty weak that a game like this didn't have complete voice acting.
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Posted: Dec 5th 2007 4:33PM Zoesch said

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I loved Folklore, it's not as heavy on the stats management and other RPG elements as Oblivion and instead focuses more on combat and story.

And the story is fantastic to boot
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Posted: Dec 5th 2007 4:43PM ComicShaman said

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Oblivion was a game that I enjoyed immensely for the first 20 hours. The next 10-15 hours started to feel very repetitive. The next 10 hours after that felt like I was applying lemon-soaked sandpaper to my cerebral cortex. At the time, there wasn't much else for the PS3 I was interested in.

My verdict: Oblivion is fun for a while but wears out its welcome. And the leveling-up system made me want to puke.

Folklore is quirky and stylish, and I thought a fine example of an RPG. Both are worth playing, and of course your mileage will vary depending on your tolerance. Some people put 300+hours into Oblivion and loved it.
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Posted: Dec 5th 2007 5:11PM Hirsbrunner said

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I think I may give Folklore a shot. Sounds like it's more up my alley.

I appreciate everyone's input.
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Posted: Dec 5th 2007 4:16PM SonicTHP said

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No mention of the Kamen Rider Zo/Masked Rider outfit for Keats? It looks really awesome, and makes me very happy I purchased the game back at its release.
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Posted: Dec 5th 2007 4:37PM ComicShaman said

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I'm in the midst of my playthrough for Folklore and loving it. I suppose it's my "old-skool" upbringing, but the lack of voice acting doesn't bother me a whit. Intriguing story, creative combat system, and a really unique style. Good to know there are bonus materials out there to expand upon this lovely game.
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Posted: Dec 5th 2007 4:47PM ComicShaman said

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Actually, with regards to the voice acting, it's interesting that someone mentioned Oblivion earlier by comparison. In the case of Oblivion, I would have almost preferred no voice acting to what was delivered -- that is, the same handful of voice actors doing tons different characters. It made everyone sound the same, and I thought detracted from the game.

Games have to be made within a budget. Voice acting, especially for long, story-driven RPGs, is something that I feel can be sacrificed if the rest of the game is good.
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