Favourite game release of 2012

Skybird · 11-11-12, 06:04 PM

Which game released in 2012 do you rate as your most favourite one, cause you liked it that much and consider it to be that good and looking so stunning, or whatever your reasons are?

My choice is easy, since Skyrim is invalid (November 2011). And so I am left with the magnificent VIRTUAL POOL 4. Superb realism. Superb physics. Superb handling and playability. Two dozens versions of pool, billiard, and snooker. Superb graphics. 8 locations, 6 different sized pool tables (tables can be tailored in even more detail in the options), billiard table (4 versions of carom), snooker table, British pub table (and yellow-red balls), video lessons, 3 play modes, internet tournaments coming up, plus the unique power control via mouse movement (no buttons, sliders on scales or such) - you cannot simulate an object of a sim any better than it is done here. It behaves, does and looks like the real thing. Even a formula got published that allows you to calculate the correct angle of FOV (to be set in the options), depending on your monitor'S width and your average distance between eye and monitor surface. Your FOV should match your FOV when you lean over the real table and have your chin on the real queu. And you know what? It does!

I train with it every day. Served my positional play well. This sim can really train you to take care of not just potting object balls, but trying to get your play ball in good positions to continue play with the next shot.

It also trains you for proper judgements when and when not to use Follow, Draw and English, and how much.

Dowly · 11-11-12, 06:18 PM

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It's awesome!

the_tyrant · 11-11-12, 09:06 PM

FARM SIMULATOR!!!!

Ok, in all seriousness, I'm waiting for the new Hitman

Tchocky · 11-11-12, 09:17 PM

The continuing updates to Kerbal Space Program!

CCIP · 11-11-12, 09:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Tchocky

The continuing updates to Kerbal Space Program!

You know, I'd probably have to go with that. The game is still in alpha, and is already mind-blowingly good.

The appearance and bizzare explosion of DayZ is probably event of the year in gaming. It's still not quite complete, but it definitely created a phenomenon that should put modding back on the map as a major force for the industry to reckon with to years to come. Hopefully the final product of it is good, too.

Takeda Shingen · 11-11-12, 09:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Dowly

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It's awesome!

Yep. I'd wish people would use the global forum index more often.

That aside, I'd go with Kerbal for 2012 as well. Good stuff, that.

mookiemookie · 11-11-12, 11:02 PM

Alan Wake. Without a doubt.

Molon Labe · 11-12-12, 01:32 AM

XCOM! Very challenging, lots of weight on every decision.

MH · 11-12-12, 02:13 AM

Xcom is good one.
I haven't bought games for aged and this one is well worth it , regardless of all the ranting about it being dumbed down.
Actually i find it very comfotable to play it with xbox controler...getting old and lazy lol

11-12-12, 02:56 AM

I'm waiting for GTA 5. Release date is 15 November 2012

11-12-12, 03:11 AM

Probably Faster than light.

http://www.ftlgame.com/

Devs put up a kickstarter for their game, got the low amount they wanted and more and put out a really really good little game. Probably one of the best indie games of the year.

RedMenace · 11-12-12, 04:06 AM

2012 was a pretty lackluster year for gaming. Lots of anticipated titles, and most of them turned out to be dog poo.

That said, Max Payne 3 was pretty damn good. I'd recommend anyone play that game.

Now here's to hoping BioShock: Infinite turns out all right.

HunterICX · 11-12-12, 04:25 AM

Crusader Kings 2

HunterICX

the_tyrant · 11-12-12, 07:07 AM

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Originally Posted by RedMenace

2012 was a pretty lackluster year for gaming. Lots of anticipated titles, and most of them turned out to be dog poo.

That said, Max Payne 3 was pretty damn good. I'd recommend anyone play that game.

Now here's to hoping BioShock: Infinite turns out all right.

I disagree, as of now:

Sleeping Dogs
Assassin's creed 3
Need for Speed Most Wanted
SpecOps the Line
Halo 4
Max Payne 3
Crusader Kings 2
Ghost Recon future Soldier
Mass Effect 3
etc

Lots of good titles this year, more than I can list really

Red October1984 · 11-12-12, 06:15 PM

I don't know which one to choose.

Medal of Honor Warfighter
Halo 4
I'll get to GR Future Soldier eventually.

I'm sure there's others but I just don't remember.

Rainbow Six, last I checked, was Jan 1st and Splinter Cell is April 1st and I don't remember when Aliens Colonial Marines releases.

11-11-12, 06:04 PM	#1
Skybird Soaring Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: the mental asylum named Germany Posts: 42,615 Downloads: 10 Uploads: 0	Favourite game release of 2012 Which game released in 2012 do you rate as your most favourite one, cause you liked it that much and consider it to be that good and looking so stunning, or whatever your reasons are? My choice is easy, since Skyrim is invalid (November 2011). And so I am left with the magnificent VIRTUAL POOL 4. Superb realism. Superb physics. Superb handling and playability. Two dozens versions of pool, billiard, and snooker. Superb graphics. 8 locations, 6 different sized pool tables (tables can be tailored in even more detail in the options), billiard table (4 versions of carom), snooker table, British pub table (and yellow-red balls), video lessons, 3 play modes, internet tournaments coming up, plus the unique power control via mouse movement (no buttons, sliders on scales or such) - you cannot simulate an object of a sim any better than it is done here. It behaves, does and looks like the real thing. Even a formula got published that allows you to calculate the correct angle of FOV (to be set in the options), depending on your monitor'S width and your average distance between eye and monitor surface. Your FOV should match your FOV when you lean over the real table and have your chin on the real queu. And you know what? It does! I train with it every day. Served my positional play well. This sim can really train you to take care of not just potting object balls, but trying to get your play ball in good positions to continue play with the next shot. It also trains you for proper judgements when and when not to use Follow, Draw and English, and how much. __________________ If you feel nuts, consult an expert. Last edited by Skybird; 11-11-12 at 06:18 PM.

11-11-12, 09:06 PM	#3
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11-11-12, 09:17 PM	#4
Tchocky Navy Seal Join Date: Jul 2004 Posts: 5,874 Downloads: 6 Uploads: 0	The continuing updates to Kerbal Space Program! __________________ [SIGPIC][/SIGPIC]

11-11-12, 11:02 PM	#7
mookiemookie Navy Seal Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 9,404 Downloads: 105 Uploads: 1	Alan Wake. Without a doubt. __________________ They don’t think it be like it is, but it do. Want more U-boat Kaleun portraits for your SH3 Commander Profiles? Download the SH3 Commander Portrait Pack here.

11-12-12, 01:32 AM	#8
Molon Labe Silent Hunter Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Along the Watchtower Posts: 3,810 Downloads: 27 Uploads: 5	XCOM! Very challenging, lots of weight on every decision. __________________

11-11-12, 06:18 PM	#2
Dowly Lucky Jack Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Finland Posts: 25,052 Downloads: 32 Uploads: 0	Without doubt: General Games Discussion It's awesome!

11-12-12, 02:13 AM	#9
MH Ocean Warrior Join Date: Jul 2008 Posts: 3,184 Downloads: 248 Uploads: 0	Xcom is good one. I haven't bought games for aged and this one is well worth it , regardless of all the ranting about it being dumbed down. Actually i find it very comfotable to play it with xbox controler...getting old and lazy lol

11-12-12, 02:56 AM	#10
Troublous_Haze Stowaway Posts: n/a Downloads: Uploads:	I'm waiting for GTA 5. Release date is 15 November 2012

11-12-12, 03:11 AM	#11
Rilder Stowaway Posts: n/a Downloads: Uploads:	Probably Faster than light. http://www.ftlgame.com/ Devs put up a kickstarter for their game, got the low amount they wanted and more and put out a really really good little game. Probably one of the best indie games of the year.

11-12-12, 04:06 AM	#12
RedMenace Chief Join Date: Sep 2006 Posts: 319 Downloads: 5 Uploads: 0	2012 was a pretty lackluster year for gaming. Lots of anticipated titles, and most of them turned out to be dog poo. That said, Max Payne 3 was pretty damn good. I'd recommend anyone play that game. Now here's to hoping BioShock: Infinite turns out all right. __________________

11-12-12, 04:25 AM	#13
HunterICX Rear Admiral Join Date: May 2006 Location: Malaga, España Posts: 10,750 Downloads: 8 Uploads: 0	Crusader Kings 2 HunterICX __________________

11-12-12, 06:15 PM	#15
Red October1984 Airplane Nerd Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Texas Posts: 6,243 Downloads: 115 Uploads: 0	I don't know which one to choose. Medal of Honor Warfighter Halo 4 I'll get to GR Future Soldier eventually. I'm sure there's others but I just don't remember. Rainbow Six, last I checked, was Jan 1st and Splinter Cell is April 1st and I don't remember when Aliens Colonial Marines releases. __________________

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