1Up Lost Planet (PS3) Preview - New Info

[James Mitchell]

Now that the long-awaited PS3 version is nearing release (at a notably lower price point than usual PS3 releases: $40), we decided it would be a good time to investigate what this latest version has to offer, as well as discern whatever aesthetic differences the PS3 version might offer.

First up, the easy stuff. You could say that Lost Planet PS3 is an extreme value if you consider that all of the online maps, many of which were paid downloadable content on Xbox 360, are included on the disc from the get-go. Plus, the PS3 version has the additional playable characters found in the PC version -- namely Frank West from Dead Rising and Mega Man (although its really Frank West in the Dead Rising Mega Man outfit) -- as well as brand-new playable character Luka, who previously only figured into the games cut-scenes and storyline. Luka has missions of her own, much like Ada Wongs excursions in Resident Evil 4. Luka, it must be said, would make for a good heroine in future iterations of Lost Planet, should Capcom not renew its contract with Korean star Lee Byung-Hun.

Aside from those PS3-specific additions, the game is by and large the same games as its Xbox 360 counterpart, with a few minor adjustments. New to this version are the zoom and wide camera configurations, with the zoom view bringing the camera in a little closer to the main character. Its placement is more central to the screen, though, as opposed to the character being more on the left part of the screen like Leon Kennedys view in Resident Evil 4.

There are downsides to this largess, though, which mostly look to come in the form of a less stable framerate and lower texture quality than the Xbox 360 release. Another issue is how the PS3 controllers analog response feels compared to that of the 360 controller. Aiming is a lot trickier, as the lack of resistance on the SixAxis thumbsticks leads to too-sensitive controls. An auto-targeting option somewhat alleviates targeting troubles, but removes the ability to independently target things like explosive oil drums if theyre in the vicinity of moving targets.

The last factor, which some might downplay, is the lack of rumble support. While it may be a quietly undocumented built-in feature in the retail version, the near-final build were playing with doesnt have any toggle to switch vibration on or off. Those who havent played the Xbox 360 version might not realize what theyre missing, but running around firing your cable into rocks and ice provides a really satisfying, tactile feedback that is distinctly lacking in the PS3 version. Of course, feeling the explosions and the weight of your mechs steps completes the sensory experience, but hopefully the final version will see force feedback support. Check out our exclusive screens in the meanwhile, and hang tight for our review later this month.

Source: 1Up

[purchaser]

... less stable framerate and lower texture quality...

Thanks capcom, you worked hard.

[Triple Seven]

Originally Posted by purchaser

Thanks capcom, you worked hard.

I wouldnt be so quick to judge. First of, its a preview. Secondly, this seems apply to the new camera mode only. So its a bonus option that may not be as perfect as one would reasonably expect. That being said its a preview version of the game. I suggest to also read gamespots preview, which I find a more detailed comparison overall. They didnt mention any controller problems. I assume rumble will be implemented later on, probably before release. Youll also learn (1up either didnt mention or JM didnt quote it) that the PS3 version allows for a partial HDD install, reducing loading times by 2-3 seconds.

edit:

Check 1ups preview again, theyve updated it. Rumble has been officially confirmed. I suggest you update the OP too, JM.

[purchaser]

Just watch the german version at giga games - you know what I mean. And the first words of Felix Rick: Sorry capcom, one year later and the game doesnt reach the quality of the xbox 360 version, tho capcom showed with dmc 4 that they know about the ps3 very well.
Forget it, Triple Seven, its one year later! Where must be more than just making money with games.

[Triple Seven]

Forget what?

[Spike 74]

I think he means its to little to late even with the extras.
It is a shoddy port to say the least.

[Triple Seven]

At this point - and I once thought differently - I wouldnt consider it to be a good game to begin with. Bad story, equally bland characters, environments and opponents. As for PS3 exclusive content: it appears you need to collect a whole lot of medals throughout the game to unlock anything. Combined with the lack of quality mentioned before thats somewhat a bad idea. Same goes for the Hard mode, in my opinion. The player needs to permantently destroy energy containing elements in order to balance out the rapid draining. The games not fun to play to begin with. Increasing the aggravating shooting in amount made it physically painful for me. I suggest to rent it before you buy it. The multiplayer part may be worth buying it, if youre into that kind of stuff. Again, try before you buy.

[Spike 74]

Yes you do need to collect the medals to unlock the extra content which dose get a bit tedious at the best of times.

My main problem with the PS3 version is that it feels rushed or lazily ported.
Its not a bad game but not great either.
My other problem is the PS3 controller dose not suit the game as good as the 360 controller, similar to the PS3 controller is more suited for DMC4 than the 360 controller.

[James Mitchell]

Its a terrible port. Theres no doubt about it. Theres too many hurdles to jump in order to access the extra content. Its a shame too - the PS3 is so much better than this but its hard to shake this image with games like this coming out.

I feel sorry for the person who bought this off my eBay account - though I hope they have more fun with it.

[ada]

i have just complet the game on ps3 i think its a good game i like the story and all that small movies make it fun ^^ but im just fell that the ps3 controlers anolog not good for shoter games but els a great game good graffic maby som lack som times but its not a problem for me