By Laboured Go To PostKind of want to be a nawty sword plus spell boi.That's Enchanted Knight! Melted the whole beta with him
I picked the dude in the head wrap for the beta, it doesn't seem like there are much restrictions for the spell ashes or maybe that was just for the beta. I wanna say I had all those attacks ^
unless im confusing ashes of war with magic and they aren't the same.
I hope that's the case. didn't like getting that bloodsword in bloodborne after I had sunk all my points in strength.
unless im confusing ashes of war with magic and they aren't the same.
I hope that's the case. didn't like getting that bloodsword in bloodborne after I had sunk all my points in strength.
By Laboured Go To PostSee I was thinking about that class. But isn't that a network test only class?enchanted knight is in the game(bottom right panel of yurl's pic) i think the other pics are just an armor set.
By s y Go To Postenchanted knight is in the game(bottom right panel of yurl's pic) i think the other pics are just an armor set.
Ah gotcha. Nice.
By s y Go To PostI picked the dude in the head wrap for the beta, it doesn't seem like there are much restrictions for the spell ashes or maybe that was just for the beta. I wanna say I had all those attacks ^there isn't, some just start with them equipped already (spells) instead of going around looking for them.
unless im confusing ashes of war with magic and they aren't the same.
I hope that's the case. didn't like getting that bloodsword in bloodborne after I had sunk all my points in strength.
and they have the benefit of having more mana so you can use them more often, same for AoW. Some ashes of war scaled with magic/faith/strength etc though
Intentions were to go FTH/STR this time but as launch drew closer I felt the pull to the light so I'm going with my rolly DEX boi again, with some spellcasting on the side to make things extra spicy.
By Shanks D Zoro Go To PostWhat do I need to know about this game?you ride a horse that can double jump
unlocks after 2 hours for me.
both faith builds I tried were by far the strongest, with Prophet being a bit of a glass canon. But I wouldn't recommend either for newcomers lol
By Elliott Go To PostIntentions were to go FTH/STR this time but as launch drew closer I felt the pull to the light so I'm going with my rolly DEX boi again, with some spellcasting on the side to make things extra spicy.Champion! You can literally conjure up a dragon and breathe fire (everyone can obtain this spell eventually but it's hidden and requires 15 FTH/12 Arcane)
both faith builds I tried were by far the strongest, with Prophet being a bit of a glass canon. But I wouldn't recommend either for newcomers lol
Mashed anal. Cheers lad.
Think I liked the Confessor and the Vagabond. Never really experimented with magic in a Souls game before, I like slashing shit.
Think I liked the Confessor and the Vagabond. Never really experimented with magic in a Souls game before, I like slashing shit.
By Laboured Go To PostThink it releases in around 30 mins if you take a trip to New Zealand.@ FF
By Laboured Go To PostThink it releases in around 30 mins if you take a trip to New Zealand.
What platforms/stores is this working through?
By WoodenLung Go To PostWhat platforms/stores is this working through?
Steam and Xbox i think
PS too but you'd have to buy it on there which is probably more expensive.
By WoodenLung Go To PostWhat platforms/stores is this working through?
Xbox. Think maybe Steam VPN?
Anyway my copy just arrived, its time take a trip to an Elden CUMTOWN
By Patriotism Go To Postafaik PC version has a single global unlock at 11pm GMT.
Yeah I think that's right.
By Laboured Go To PostYeah I think that's right.
Thank you for believing in me.
For veterans, because I know you'll be confused lol, to equip your weapon with two hands you need to hold triangle and then R1 now (or L1 for the left one).
I'm noticing a lot of little sweet additions compared to the beta which will help newcomers. They hid a lot of stuff from the showcase too lmao
I'm noticing a lot of little sweet additions compared to the beta which will help newcomers. They hid a lot of stuff from the showcase too lmao
First, let's look at the situation on consoles. The performance metrics we saw in the game's network test last year seem largely unchanged on PS5 and Series X. Both continue to offer two modes - a frame-rate mode and a quality mode. However, even running on the launch day patch 1.02, the frame-rate mode continues to run at a range of 45-60fps on PS5 and Series X, while the quality modes on each range between 30-60fps. Both machines run with entirely unlocked frame-rates, and much like the network test, there's still no 30fps cap to even out the wavering reading in quality mode. The result? A highly variable performance for the quality mode in particular, where 60fps is rarely - if ever - achieved on PS5 or Series X.
In comparison, PS5 is typically operating at a higher frame-rate than Series X, though clearly neither is ideal. The bottom line is neither console offers a consistent 60fps in the final release. That being said, there are workarounds for each platform well worth considering. Xbox Series X is greatly improved by its system-level support for variable refresh rate (VRR) if you have a supporting display. VRR helps minimise the perceived judder in its 45-60fps range in frame-rate mode, creating a smoother experience by matching the screen refresh to the frame-rate. This may not be a solution for everybody, but for those with compatible TVs it's the best option on Xbox right now. Series S users also benefit from VRR here. Given this platform's frame-rate mode runs between 40-60fps right now it's a viable choice, though not perfect, given Series S's performance veers more often towards the lower end of this range than Series X.
Meanwhile, hitting a stable 60fps on PS5 involves another tactic entirely. Sadly, VRR support isn't available on Sony's machine right now, but, as with the network test, simply running the PS4 app on PS5 clears up the frame-rate to a smooth 60fps. The trade-off? The game runs at a lower resolution - at what appears to be a reconstructed 1800p - and with lower settings in grass density than the native PS5 version. This is fundamentally the PS4 Pro codepath, using the higher power of PS5 to hit a more consistent performance level. Even with these trade-offs, running the PS4 app on PS5 is currently the best option on any console to achieve a consistent 60fps - and comes recommended if you value outright performance over image quality and higher-end graphical features.
The PC situation is also worth clarifying. As it currently stands the PC version using the latest 1.02 patch has a number of issues that will affect all hardware configurations on all graphical settings presets. Elden Ring is From Software's first foray into low-level APIs on PC and the game uses DirectX 12. As we have seen in other DX12 titles, there can be severe and distracting frame-time stuttering issues.
First there are stutters of up to 250 milliseconds in length when new effects, enemies, and areas appear on screen. These types of stutter lessen as the play experience goes on and enemies, areas, and effects are revisited by the player. A second and more pervasive stutter appears to be tied to loading new game areas - when traversing the terrain, moving from one area to the next can cause minor one-off frame drops a few times a minute, or at worst, tumbling frame-time issues that drop the frame-rate from a steady 60 into the 40s.
Variable refresh rate monitors using G-Sync or Freesync help alleviate a level of the distracting nature of some of these issues, but leaning on the technology is not a good situation in light of how the console versions do not suffer from these stutters. Other issues to note are the lack of ultrawide screen support, no support for frame-rates above 60fps, and unintuitive graphical options that lack visible scaling. As we have seen with other titles suffering from similar issues such as Final Fantasy 7 Remake and Halo Infinite, it could be sensible to wait for further patches before investing time into the PC version of Elden Ring.
https://www.eurogamer.net/articles/digitalfoundry-2022-02-24-elden-ring-performance-first-impressions
So for locked 60 we go for the PS4 bc version then? Yeah basically like the network test then. I'll stick with the PS5 version though this is nothing compared to the usual lmaoo
By Dark PhaZe Go To PostThat poo poo looking game couldn't hit 60 even on performance modes? But 10/10?This is like your third or fourth post about this jfc lol
Game is too good that it doesn't matter I guess
TBH I actually want to buy it day 1 but am disappointed. FROM never fixed Bloodbourne and I'm skeptical that we'll get a speedy fix here.
From is so ass. Any other dev world have had this running at 120fps on next gen consoles.
@ PC fam
@ PC fam
VRR will not help the PC problem in a great way, a bit, but any of the frame time spikes that happen for a split second above 23 ms will be really obvious. The game is currently full of them on PC.https://www.resetera.com/threads/digital-foundry-elden-ring-performance-what-to-expect-on-ps5-series-x-s-and-pc-no-video-yet.556465/post-82654651
Does this game have katanas?
That is how i beat Demons, and that is how I will continue to beat their games.
So this is Witcher 3?
That is how i beat Demons, and that is how I will continue to beat their games.
By Elliott Go To Postyou ride a horse that can double jump
So this is Witcher 3?
By Dark PhaZe Go To PostTBH I actually want to buy it day 1 but am disappointed. FROM never fixed Bloodbourne and I'm skeptical that we'll get a speedy fix here.They're so scuffed lmao at this point I think they just don't care because they will always get away with it and the fanbase don't mind
I'm part of the problem but only because this stuff genuinely never bothers me if I'm having a good time. Like if there was a choice of halving the content and art direction for the sake of working on a stable framerate I wouldn't take it
I think on PC at least the community can fix it for them as usual
By Shanks D Zoro Go To PostDoes this game have katanas?One of the starting classes is called Samurai lol. Yeah there's always katanas
That is how i beat Demons, and that is how I will continue to beat their games.
So this is Witcher 3?
Some of the PC stutters sound like a shading caching issue. I’m sure there’s someone willing to beat the game and upload their complete shader cache illicitly for all to use.
By HonestVapes Go To PostSome of the PC stutters sound like a shading caching issue. I’m sure there’s someone willing to beat the game and upload their complete shader cache illicitly for all to use.
Yeah, it seems the only main issue is the area loading issue. Ultrawide will get modded in quick.
By Laboured Go To PostYeah, it seems the only main issue is the area loading issue. Ultrawide will get modded in quick.
but with easy anticheat, there is a good chance of online not working with a hex edit. but whatever, i will take that over none ultrawide.
This is going to be hilarious when they release the ray tracing update imagine imagine
By HonestVapes Go To PostSome of the PC stutters sound like a shading caching issue. I’m sure there’s someone willing to beat the game and upload their complete shader cache illicitly for all to use.Someone else said it was more of a recreatable bug than anything. I trust the PC boys will figure it out
PS5 is defo not smooth at all. Up to the first boss and I'd say it spends more time <60 than at 60. Only a couple of chug moments, thankfully.
As for the game... it's ok. But I'm 2 hours in and have seen I imagine about 5% of the world. I'm still not overly excited for OPEN WORLD SOULS but hopefully the traditional parts still bang. I have full faith in that, anyway.
Character creator is good though.
As for the game... it's ok. But I'm 2 hours in and have seen I imagine about 5% of the world. I'm still not overly excited for OPEN WORLD SOULS but hopefully the traditional parts still bang. I have full faith in that, anyway.
Character creator is good though.
Running smoother than Bloodborne imo
By Dark PhaZe Go To Posthttps://www.twitch.tv/cohhcarnage/clip/NastyPrettyAlmondPipeHype-ih1OrBYVEOwP17N2
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