This is another game I had no interest in. However, after reading the following:
playstationlifestyle.net/2012/02/17/ps-vita-review...
I may have changed my mind.
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Who is getting Escape Plan?
I downloaded it when I got my Vita today. The only other game I got was Lumines, so I figured this ought to be a good use of the touchscreen and rear touchpad. It was only $15, which seemed cheap compared to Little Deviants.
I didn't have much time to play it yet. I've only played a handful of levels. The levels so far have been short - only 30 seconds or so. You swipe on the screen, tap the back of the Vita, or touch the screen to manipulate objects as you guide the characters to the exit.
After they get to the exit, you from 1 to 3 stars for finishing the level - it feels like Angry Birds that way. You are graded on speed, as well as how many swipe/gestures/taps it takes you to complete the level. It's really simple that way. I haven't hit any taxing levels yet (I think I'm only through five levels so far, so I've probably played 5 minutes or less) but it seemed to explain itself well.
I haven't found a good way to hold the Vita while playing, though. You can't leave the Vita on a table, because you might need to hit the back touchpad. You have to be careful not to accidentally touch the rear touchpad because it'll hurt your score. I also figured out that it's not precise enough to use your thumbs to tap on the screen (it could be that my hands are too small, or maybe I'm not holding the Vita right.)
I do like the humor in the game. The first time I died, I laughed out loud (even though I was still in the office). I was sort of surprised what killed me, since I couldn't figure out what the puzzle was for the level. Maybe it's the cartoony violence, or maybe it's because I'm a fan of old cartoons, or maybe because I have a hidden sadistic streak. At any rate, I thought the game was cute.
I think this will be my "hey, check this out" game. It's quick, and it seems approachable, but I don't know if it's going to have any staying power. But it'll be nice to have a game where I can play a few levels in a few minutes without having to set aside an hour to play Lumines. :)
I didn't have much time to play it yet. I've only played a handful of levels. The levels so far have been short - only 30 seconds or so. You swipe on the screen, tap the back of the Vita, or touch the screen to manipulate objects as you guide the characters to the exit.
After they get to the exit, you from 1 to 3 stars for finishing the level - it feels like Angry Birds that way. You are graded on speed, as well as how many swipe/gestures/taps it takes you to complete the level. It's really simple that way. I haven't hit any taxing levels yet (I think I'm only through five levels so far, so I've probably played 5 minutes or less) but it seemed to explain itself well.
I haven't found a good way to hold the Vita while playing, though. You can't leave the Vita on a table, because you might need to hit the back touchpad. You have to be careful not to accidentally touch the rear touchpad because it'll hurt your score. I also figured out that it's not precise enough to use your thumbs to tap on the screen (it could be that my hands are too small, or maybe I'm not holding the Vita right.)
I do like the humor in the game. The first time I died, I laughed out loud (even though I was still in the office). I was sort of surprised what killed me, since I couldn't figure out what the puzzle was for the level. Maybe it's the cartoony violence, or maybe it's because I'm a fan of old cartoons, or maybe because I have a hidden sadistic streak. At any rate, I thought the game was cute.
I think this will be my "hey, check this out" game. It's quick, and it seems approachable, but I don't know if it's going to have any staying power. But it'll be nice to have a game where I can play a few levels in a few minutes without having to set aside an hour to play Lumines. :)
I am also going to get the game but due to its size, I will download it to my PS3 and then sync it to the Vita.
Now, I am not sure if I am going to get this one:
www.theverge.com/gaming/2012/2/23/2819798/escape-p...
www.theverge.com/gaming/2012/2/23/2819798/escape-p...
Briefly looking at the article the game looks interesting...
I'm a PS+ member and for the price of Uncharted on Vita I'll get lots of games to download to my PS3 and Vita (I recently sold me PSP). No, the games aren't the best, but there are some winners and I've gotten to play a lot of games for free. There are some other perks like exclusive games and demos, early access, 60 minute game trials, cloud storage, etc. It's cool to pay once a year and be able to try out games or get discounts, but not many people are subscribers.
I recommend it over buying a bunch of new games since after you beat a game there's not much you can do besides sell the game as quickly as possible if you don't think it has replay value. For Vita games, WipeOut and Resistance are the only ones that really catch my eye since I know Uncharted will be heavily discounted soon. Being able to play GoW: Ghost of Sparta on a gorgeous OLED screen is something I am very excited for as well.
I'm a PS+ member and for the price of Uncharted on Vita I'll get lots of games to download to my PS3 and Vita (I recently sold me PSP). No, the games aren't the best, but there are some winners and I've gotten to play a lot of games for free. There are some other perks like exclusive games and demos, early access, 60 minute game trials, cloud storage, etc. It's cool to pay once a year and be able to try out games or get discounts, but not many people are subscribers.
I recommend it over buying a bunch of new games since after you beat a game there's not much you can do besides sell the game as quickly as possible if you don't think it has replay value. For Vita games, WipeOut and Resistance are the only ones that really catch my eye since I know Uncharted will be heavily discounted soon. Being able to play GoW: Ghost of Sparta on a gorgeous OLED screen is something I am very excited for as well.
