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RE4 or Indigo Prophecy?

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  • Level 3
    Mediator
    Posts: 3
    Nov 18, 2012 10:53 am GMT
    Which game is better. I really can't decide which one to buy.

    P.S. I didn't know where to put this thread,i guess this is the right place
    Which game is better. I really can't decide which one to buy. P.S. I didn't know where to put this thread,i guess this is the right place
  • Level 38
    DJ Boy
    Posts: 419
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    Nov 18, 2012 3:10 pm GMT

    As always, it depends on what you like.

    If you like story telling, interesting uncommon characters, and games that are rather unique despite if its good or bad, then Indigo Prophecy would probably be better for you. But be careful, most of the game is played with quick time events, those are done very very good though, you have time limits, different choices that affect the story, searching for clues and other things, this is probably as good as QTE's can get, equal to or better than god of war, but if QTEs is a big no for you no matter how great the game is, then you might not like it.

    Good uncommmon story, lengthy and very well paced, pretty good characters, choices that affect the outcome, interesting and varied situations, only value is in the campaign and once you know the story and most of the outcomes and variables, the game probably isnt worth playing anymore, if you played Heavy Rain then you know what to expect for the gameplay, except the story is much more weird and fantastic in IP.

    If you like straight forward linear action games, where shooting things and upgrading arsenal is the main goal, you might like Resident Evil 4 better. Keep in mind, RE4 is a game of an outstanding quality, so yeah its a linear action game but the controls, the shooting, the variety and the action in general is arguably the best you can get in any third person shooter, maybe with max payne 3 and some others.

    Very satisfiying action, varied enemy types, weapons and locations, has a light horror mood for a good part of the campaign, quite a lot of value and replayability because of extra modes and polished responsive gameplay.

    If you played Resident Evil 5, then you know what to expect for the gameplay, except in RE5, the pace is faster and there is zero horror or suspense compared to RE4

    Edited on Nov 18, 2012 3:26 pm GMT

    As always, it depends on what you like.

    If you like story telling, interesting uncommon characters, and games that are rather unique despite if its good or bad, then Indigo Prophecy would probably be better for you. But be careful, most of the game is played with quick time events, those are done very very good though, you have time limits, different choices that affect the story, searching for clues and other things, this is probably as good as QTE's can get, equal to or better than god of war, but if QTEs is a big no for you no matter how great the game is, then you might not like it.

    Good uncommmon story, lengthy and very well paced, pretty good characters, choices that affect the outcome, interesting and varied situations, only value is in the campaign and once you know the story and most of the outcomes and variables, the game probably isnt worth playing anymore, if you played Heavy Rain then you know what to expect for the gameplay, except the story is much more weird and fantastic in IP.

    If you like straight forward linear action games, where shooting things and upgrading arsenal is the main goal, you might like Resident Evil 4 better. Keep in mind, RE4 is a game of an outstanding quality, so yeah its a linear action game but the controls, the shooting, the variety and the action in general is arguably the best you can get in any third person shooter, maybe with max payne 3 and some others.

    Very satisfiying action, varied enemy types, weapons and locations, has a light horror mood for a good part of the campaign, quite a lot of value and replayability because of extra modes and polished responsive gameplay.

    If you played Resident Evil 5, then you know what to expect for the gameplay, except in RE5, the pace is faster and there is zero horror or suspense compared to RE4

  • Level 7
    Sectoid
    Posts: 126
    Nov 19, 2012 10:53 am GMT

    Indigo, hands down. B/c it's such a unique experience of a game. Plenty of time later to play the RE series.

    Indigo, hands down. B/c it's such a unique experience of a game. Plenty of time later to play the RE series.

  • Level 22
    Blaster Master
    Posts: 187
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    Nov 19, 2012 5:07 pm GMT
    If someone asked me which I'd tend to play more, shooter or adventure/story driven, I would say the latter. With that being I still choose re4 9 times out of 10. RE4 is one of the best games of its generation, and possibly the best in its genre for its generation. Indigo prophesy starts great, has some interesting gameplay elements, but the story, the thing it tries to pride itself on, falls apart terribly. The gameplay falls too consisting mostly of QTEs. (RE4s story has just as many holes, but it doesn't shape the whole game around it.

    If the first half was as good as the second for IP, it might have a chance, but otherwise, no way.

    Graphics: RE4, even on the gamecube
    Sound / voice acting: Tie
    Replay: RE4
    Length: RE4
    Novelty: IP
    Gameplay: RE4

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    "I am the gatekeeper of my own destiny and I will have my glory day in the hot sun. Ok?" -- Nacho Libre

    If someone asked me which I'd tend to play more, shooter or adventure/story driven, I would say the latter. With that being I still choose re4 9 times out of 10. RE4 is one of the best games of its generation, and possibly the best in its genre for its generation. Indigo prophesy starts great, has some interesting gameplay elements, but the story, the thing it tries to pride itself on, falls apart terribly. The gameplay falls too consisting mostly of QTEs. (RE4s story has just as many holes, but it doesn't shape the whole game around it. If the first half was as good as the second for IP, it might have a chance, but otherwise, no way. Graphics: RE4, even on the gamecube Sound / voice acting: Tie Replay: RE4 Length: RE4 Novelty: IP Gameplay: RE4
  • Level 3
    Mediator
    Posts: 3
    Nov 20, 2012 7:11 am GMT
    I think I'm going to buy RE4
    I think I'm going to buy RE4
  • Level 7
    Sectoid
    Posts: 126
    Nov 20, 2012 2:03 pm GMT

    You really can't compare these games imo, they are way different anyways.

    You really can't compare these games imo, they are way different anyways.

  • Level 24
    I Feel Asleep!!
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    Nov 20, 2012 9:07 pm GMT

    Your Argentina ID box is cool; too bad it's not Messi though, he's the greatest.

    Your Argentina ID box is cool; too bad it's not Messi though, he's the greatest.

  • Level 38
    DJ Boy
    Posts: 419
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    Nov 20, 2012 9:27 pm GMT
    djimenez0628 wrote:

    Your Argentina ID box is cool; too bad it's not Messi though, he's the greatest.



    He is, but i have a special fanatism for this player (Riquelme), and i suppose i got used to my avatar after 9 years, its my official gamespot avatar now lol

    [QUOTE="djimenez0628"]

    Your Argentina ID box is cool; too bad it's not Messi though, he's the greatest.

    [/QUOTE] He is, but i have a special fanatism for this player (Riquelme), and i suppose i got used to my avatar after 9 years, its my official gamespot avatar now lol
  • Level 33
    Goombella
    Posts: 2084
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    Nov 21, 2012 5:14 pm GMT
    yeah_28 wrote:

    As always, it depends on what you like.

    If you like story telling, interesting uncommon characters, and games that are rather unique despite if its good or bad, then Indigo Prophecy would probably be better for you. But be careful, most of the game is played with quick time events, those are done very very good though, you have time limits, different choices that affect the story, searching for clues and other things, this is probably as good as QTE's can get, equal to or better than god of war, but if QTEs is a big no for you no matter how great the game is, then you might not like it.

    Good uncommmon story, lengthy and very well paced, pretty good characters, choices that affect the outcome, interesting and varied situations, only value is in the campaign and once you know the story and most of the outcomes and variables, the game probably isnt worth playing anymore, if you played Heavy Rain then you know what to expect for the gameplay, except the story is much more weird and fantastic in IP.

    If you like straight forward linear action games, where shooting things and upgrading arsenal is the main goal, you might like Resident Evil 4 better. Keep in mind, RE4 is a game of an outstanding quality, so yeah its a linear action game but the controls, the shooting, the variety and the action in general is arguably the best you can get in any third person shooter, maybe with max payne 3 and some others.

    Very satisfiying action, varied enemy types, weapons and locations, has a light horror mood for a good part of the campaign, quite a lot of value and replayability because of extra modes and polished responsive gameplay.

    If you played Resident Evil 5, then you know what to expect for the gameplay, except in RE5, the pace is faster and there is zero horror or suspense compared to RE4



    I'd say go with this.

    "...and I don't hit women. Period. In my world women are to be revered and respected"

    - CM Punk

    [QUOTE="yeah_28"]

    As always, it depends on what you like.

    If you like story telling, interesting uncommon characters, and games that are rather unique despite if its good or bad, then Indigo Prophecy would probably be better for you. But be careful, most of the game is played with quick time events, those are done very very good though, you have time limits, different choices that affect the story, searching for clues and other things, this is probably as good as QTE's can get, equal to or better than god of war, but if QTEs is a big no for you no matter how great the game is, then you might not like it.

    Good uncommmon story, lengthy and very well paced, pretty good characters, choices that affect the outcome, interesting and varied situations, only value is in the campaign and once you know the story and most of the outcomes and variables, the game probably isnt worth playing anymore, if you played Heavy Rain then you know what to expect for the gameplay, except the story is much more weird and fantastic in IP.

    If you like straight forward linear action games, where shooting things and upgrading arsenal is the main goal, you might like Resident Evil 4 better. Keep in mind, RE4 is a game of an outstanding quality, so yeah its a linear action game but the controls, the shooting, the variety and the action in general is arguably the best you can get in any third person shooter, maybe with max payne 3 and some others.

    Very satisfiying action, varied enemy types, weapons and locations, has a light horror mood for a good part of the campaign, quite a lot of value and replayability because of extra modes and polished responsive gameplay.

    If you played Resident Evil 5, then you know what to expect for the gameplay, except in RE5, the pace is faster and there is zero horror or suspense compared to RE4

    [/QUOTE] I'd say go with this.
  • Level 5
    Tapper
    Posts: 149
    Dec 24, 2012 2:51 pm GMT
    Get Resident Evil 5. The Gamecube/Wii version is the best looking.
    Get Resident Evil 5. The Gamecube/Wii version is the best looking.
  • Level 18
    Flicky
    Posts: 28
    Jan 14, 2013 5:10 am GMT
    two different games, both great but too different from each other to compare
    two different games, both great but too different from each other to compare
  • Level 22
    Blaster Master
    Posts: 187
    User is Online
    Feb 7, 2013 5:05 pm GMT

    You chose.... wisely.

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    "I am the gatekeeper of my own destiny and I will have my glory day in the hot sun. Ok?" -- Nacho Libre

    You chose.... wisely.

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