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highmodulus
Feb 16, 2011

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Doflamingo posted:

Mine too! And the Origin overlay doesn't come up when I press shift+F1 like it should.

EA quality control remains an oxymoron.

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highmodulus
Feb 16, 2011

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AngryBooch posted:

You need to pull the trigger.

Also, pointing at the bad guys general direction. Note, if they appear to be tiny specs, you may want to get closer.

Shotgun Rail amps, and Gear can't hurt either.

highmodulus
Feb 16, 2011

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Diplomaticus posted:

I meant weapon mods. Shredder + Barrel? Smart Choke + Shredder? Is it one of those guns that just doesn't feel like it is badass until it's a higher level?

Yeah Smart Choke no matter what. Then I go Shredder because I use it up close and personal.

highmodulus
Feb 16, 2011

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The new Co-op TF2 update is outstanding. The differences between Bioware and Valve are pretty big.

highmodulus
Feb 16, 2011

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The buffed KroGuard is so tough I was able to play 4 silver rounds in a Server in Russia- and didn't desync once. The Russian chatter was non-stop, the game a wee bit laggy, but despite all expectations it worked. Why did I stay 4 rounds? Because evidently Russian pubbies are awesome. ABC!

highmodulus
Feb 16, 2011

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This game has a single player mode? J/K.

Got an Eagle II in my pack. Still a long way from the Eagle 5-6 crowd though.

highmodulus
Feb 16, 2011

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Lagomorphic posted:

Is anyone else tempted to join random games and missle random trash halfway through wave 10?

They would know about the missile and could just boot you later. Burning a single ammo reload every game might be crueler.

highmodulus
Feb 16, 2011

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The buffs have made Batarian Sentinel into almost KroGuard levels of fun. The lvl 6 Submission Net & Falcon Punch combo is hilarious. If punching someone's head off is wrong, I don't want to be right. . .

I promoted the Sentinel class and have been repeccing it. Thoughts on Blade Armor- is it worthwhile post-buffs?

highmodulus
Feb 16, 2011

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Anyone else get hosed on the Commendation Pack? I solo'ed a Bronze to be sure I qualified and nothing.

highmodulus
Feb 16, 2011

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On hold for EA live support now- been at 5 minute wait for over 5 minutes. Somehow appropriate. . .

highmodulus
Feb 16, 2011

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SurreptitiousMuffin posted:

While we're floating ridiculous class ideas, do you think it would be possible to balance an ability letting class x (let's say Turian Engineer) throw down a small piece of cover?

I want a Krogan with a chainsaw.

highmodulus
Feb 16, 2011

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nwin posted:

yep I got hosed too. Not worth waiting on hold forever though. Oh well.

FWIW- I did the "live chat" feature online while I gooffed around here and a few other sites. The nice Indian bloke hooked me right up. Valiant III. Took about 10-15 minutes or so.

I gave him a very good review in the follow-up email- hope that helps my tech support live chat friend!

highmodulus
Feb 16, 2011

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Heading on now- PC as elf6c for anyone wanting to group up for this weeks event.

highmodulus
Feb 16, 2011

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After the third clear in a row- we went all Drell. Only Bronze though- still funny.

highmodulus
Feb 16, 2011

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heading on Origin as elf6c- have all the classes ready to roll.

highmodulus
Feb 16, 2011

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The Sean posted:

I didn't take a picture of it but I ended up with -2 rounds with my Hurricane over the weekend. I had the heat sink mod on it, too.

Happened to me as well, not sure what weapon. Oh Bioware, don't ever change. . .

highmodulus
Feb 16, 2011

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Batarian Vanguard. Charge + Shotgun + Falcon Punch = Silver hilarity.

highmodulus
Feb 16, 2011

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The one hope for Krogards avoiding the nerf bat, is that they normally are not used for W/G/G farming. Given Bioware's hilarious obsession with stopping only that form of farming, Krogards may be safe.

Of course Bioware will ruin any gun that's fun or we enjoy using. . .

/I farmed W/G/G with my Krogard for funzies. No biotics made it harder, but still did ok.

highmodulus
Feb 16, 2011

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So what "underplayed" class(es) and weapons should we take out for spins with the new patch and balance changes? Seems like I always see the same 6-8 characters used. Same thing for weapons. I have decided on a "play something different" weekend. And only play underused characters and weapons. Suggestions/Opinions?

highmodulus
Feb 16, 2011

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Played a ton of Kroguard. Have not played many human/cerb classes, I think those may be prime candidates for play something different weekend.

With the latest buffs my Crusader IV has been getting some use now too.

A singularity based build maybe fun to mess with.

highmodulus
Feb 16, 2011

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heading online on PC as elf6c for those wanting to do the weekend event. Can play whatever class is needed, but thinking Kroguard fun

highmodulus
Feb 16, 2011

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The ME/ME2 Lore was murdered dead by the ME3 single player disaster. And seeing nobody is buying ME3 SP DLC like they did for ME2, catering to us ME MP players is how they will keep the $$ coming (and avoid getting shitcanned by EA). And we want playable Volus.

Hey Bioware, if you are going to steal the TF2 business model can we get some drat hats already! My Vorcha needs a pink Fedora. Breaking Fans- in style!

highmodulus
Feb 16, 2011

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While everyone talks about the nerf bat coming for the KroGuard, I think the N7 Constant Grenade Machines is getting nerfed as well. Why? Go to your friendly pubbie W/G/G match- what to you see? N7 Constant Grenade Machines everywhere. Curious as to why, I took mine out for some W/G/G.

Plain and simple- its Easy Mode engaged. And given Bioware's game breaking obsession with stopping W/G/G farming, that is going to end. My prediction- they cut the grenade drop by 50% per machine and extend the time between drops by 50%. I bet both classes get nerf batted the day the DLC drops.

highmodulus
Feb 16, 2011

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Nice to see Bioware's unhealthy obsession with farming continue. You think they will revert all the broken Geth mechanics they added? Or will we just farm something else?

BTW, even more then the Volus, this made me happy: Batarian Brawler (Biotic Charge, Blade Armor, Lash)

This may be even more fun than the Kroguard!

highmodulus
Feb 16, 2011

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Topkill posted:

I actually tried this earlier, and the Geth that I had managed to trap in there just straight up kept walking and clipped through the closed door with no visible damage done.

Oh Bioware, don't ever change. . .

highmodulus
Feb 16, 2011

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How dare we have unauthorized fun.

highmodulus
Feb 16, 2011

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Umm, not sure about some of the changes, let's put it that way.

My Volus is hilarious though.

highmodulus
Feb 16, 2011

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Upon reflection, I am not sure the new factions and map changes are fun yet. It feels like a few balance changes are needed first- we are basically play testing for Bioware. Seeing I am at 219 hours played, maybe taking a short break from the game while the fix some of the balance issues may be healthy.

But I have both Volus classes, and haven't even tried my new Turian. Maybe just a few quick Silver rounds. . .

highmodulus
Feb 16, 2011

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How dumb do they think we are?

highmodulus
Feb 16, 2011

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I kind of like the M-11 Wraith. Sadly, mine is only level 2 but its probably the first weapon I will get an achievement on, as I have been running in on my KroGuard with choke/pierce.

Finally got the N7 Vanguard last night- suggested weapons for that class (assuming I ever stop playing Insane Melee KroGuard).

highmodulus
Feb 16, 2011

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Once the RealBux ----> SpaceBux spending drops to a certain level, then the new content will probably dry up. I am hoping we get a few balance changes in the interim.

highmodulus
Feb 16, 2011

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Mr Dog posted:

THAT HORRIBLE MOMENT

... when you realise you've been carrying the package to the wrong LZ and thereby loving over everyone on your team D:

Just claim that you have been indoctrinated- its not your fault. Or if playing the Collectors- yell "Assuming Direct Control!!" and start shooting your teammates.

#ThisHurtsYou

highmodulus
Feb 16, 2011

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Bloodpack Mastery looks to be the most fun achievement to go for (I was trying to pick one). Most of the classes and weapons are fun. Doesn't seem to be a surplus of terrible weapons/maps/classes that the others have. Noticed a few other goons targeting it as well. Krogans, Vorcha and Batarians- this is a grind I can support!

highmodulus
Feb 16, 2011

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Thanks Thundercloud and exquisite tea- that's great information!

Its too bad Bioware didn't put in an achievement for Medigels used, maybe pubbies would use a few more. Its seems like they instantly burn them without giving anyone a chance to revive them, or that they let themselves get stomped out 25 seconds into a wave.

highmodulus
Feb 16, 2011

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Umm, Wow. That new Giant Hazard Map is pretty good for Gold- 4 straight extractions with pubblies with Random enemies (everyone but Geth is what we got). Holding the top is pretty good- but drat the escort missions can suck. . .

Got my Shaman, but he's on the bench until the Bloodpack badge is mine.

highmodulus
Feb 16, 2011

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el oso posted:

Is there a hazard on Giant or am I missing it? It does look nice.

Its dark and the cannons are going off constantly- so its scary maybe? Or threat of hearing loss without protection? Whatever it is, I found it to be one of the better Gold Hazard maps.

#edit: actual hazard posted

highmodulus
Feb 16, 2011

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Frankenstyle posted:

There must be a challenge point cheat. I keep running into people with 4000 plus points that can't play worth poo poo. I just randomed into a game with three other guys all between 4100 and 4800, and did more than double all their scores added together. In spite of the fact that I spent a large percentage of my time running around reviving them. I'm not bad, but I'm not all that good.



Lots of free time?

highmodulus
Feb 16, 2011

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Quick question- for the weekend challenge, can we set the game to private so we can solo it? My KroGuard doesn't like anyone shooting his punching targets.

Also suggested maps/opponents? Any equipment tips? Also, I am assuming bronze has enough enemies if you solo it and punch them all you get the Gold. Is that correct?

highmodulus
Feb 16, 2011

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Just noticed that my Assault Rifle Omni-Blade is level 5, while my shotgun Omni-Blade is level 3 (but my Shotgun Blade Attachment is level 5). Hmm what to use for extra punchy goodness?

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highmodulus
Feb 16, 2011

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Tremors posted:

They tell you the damage bonus %, so...whichever has the highest?

Just making sure I wasn't missing something (like one of them being bugged) this is Bioware we are talking about.

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