Star Wars Jedi: Survivor
Star Wars Jedi: Survivor has mostly met with favorable reviews, but it’s facing some justified backlash from PC players upset with the game’s lackluster performance.
I wrote about this the other day, warning gamers about the game’s problems the day before it released. Luckily for me, however, the big Day Zero patch solved most of the game’s problems—though this isn’t the case for everyone.
While before I was seeing major framerate drops and hard crashes, I’m mostly getting above 70 frames-per-second now with only the occasional dip, and no crashes (knock on wood) since the update. This is a good thing especially for big, chaotic moments, epic fights and cinematic cutscenes—all choke points before the update that could bring the game to its knees.
I say this because scenes like the one below would simply not be as awesome if they were stuttering like crazy or if the sound and dialogue was all messed up.
In the video below, I’m playing a mission on the desert planet of Jedha along with the Dathomirian Nightsister, Merrin. After a pretty long and involved mission where Cal Kestis gains a new power, you find yourself pursued by this gargantuan metal monstrosity. It’s a mining robot that looks like a massive flying squid. Using your powers and green portals that Merrin conjures with her magic, Cal and Merrin are able to pull off some pretty insane stunts.
This game’s platforming is simply superb, and this scene is a showcase of much of what the game is all about: Wall-running, double-jumping, air-dashing, ziplining, grapple-hooking, and using the force and Merrin’s magic to pretty much fly across this vast, desert landscape. It’s absolutely stunning, though I realize that for some gamers experiencing performance issues, it will sadly not be as fun as it should be.
In the video, I didn’t realize I was recording with my second mic which was away from my face at the time, so when I screw up a few times (it’s hard to see where to go with all the crazy visual effects!) you can hear me sort of laughing or wailing in the distance (lol, my bad). Still, what a moment in this game! So cool!
Enjoy:
I’m not sure that actually qualifies as a boss fight, but it’s close enough. It reminds me a bit of the epic scale and cinematic nature of early God Of War game’s boss fights, but with some Prince Of Persia thrown into the mix. Pretty neat!
If you’d like to see a little more of the game in action, I review it (with Baby Yoda) in the below video:
How’s your time with Jedi: Survivor been so far? Is it running okay or is it a buggy mess? It really seems to vary from person to person even on the same platform. Anyways: Let me know on Twitter or Facebook.
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For any self-respecting fan of Star Wars films and video games, the releases for “Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order” were highly anticipated and did not disappoint. Released in November of 2019, the game provides an incredible experience for fans of the popular franchise. In the game, players can play as the main character Cal Kastis to explore the Universe and battle the villains from the films. One of the most thrilling moments of this game is the boss fight involving the Ninth Sister, an Inquisitor from the Empire.
The Ninth Sister’s boss fight is an immersive experience that takes full advantage of the game’s mechanics. Players are required to use both the Force and a lightsaber to take on the formidable opponent. In addition, new movements and techniques can be used to tackle the boss and you have to evade the enemy’s long-reaching attack. The enemies in the game are heavily equipped and are fast, they can cause a great deal of damage.
The Ninth Sister’s boss fight is an intense experience that requires controlling the Force and employing both defensive and offensive techniques. The intensity of the fight is further heightened by the background music which conveys a sense of urgency and danger. This adds to the overall atmosphere of the fight and it draws in players who are seeking a action-packed experience.
All in all, the Ninth Sister boss fight in Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order is one of the most exhilarating moments in any video game I have ever played. It is an immersive experience that tests the player’s skills and offers a wild ride as they battle a powerful enemy. Players have to be strategic in their approach and have to have their wits in order to come out on top. For any fan of the Star Wars franchise or anyone looking for an intense gaming experience, this boss fight is a must-play.
