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JBHuskers
03-08-2011, 01:50 AM
This game looks like it's gonna be open world, co-op, and have RPG elements. Looking forward to more. The vid is the original trailer and then the trailer played backwards.

Wiki (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dead_island)

Facebook Page (http://www.facebook.com/deadislandgame?ref=ts&sk=app_4949752878)


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=52oPsO_RX2c

morsdraconis
03-08-2011, 02:19 AM
It's an amazing short film (not even made by the company that's making the game) but it's probably going to be a terrible game. RPG elements for a hack 'n slash zombie game? Meh.

I OU a Beatn
03-08-2011, 09:30 AM
I think it looks awesome, and I've been dying for an RPG stlye survivor zombie game. The screenshots I've seen look amazing, and I absolutely can't wait. I love, love, love, love zombie games.

JBHuskers
03-09-2011, 01:23 PM
I think it looks awesome, and I've been dying for an RPG stlye survivor zombie game. The screenshots I've seen look amazing, and I absolutely can't wait. I love, love, love, love zombie games.

Yeah I've heard some reports from people that went to GDC that have said the game plays really well in it's early build.

steelerfan
03-09-2011, 08:19 PM
I think it looks awesome, and I've been dying for an RPG stlye survivor zombie game. The screenshots I've seen look amazing, and I absolutely can't wait. I love, love, love, love zombie games.

:nod:

JBHuskers
03-21-2011, 09:49 AM
http://files.g4tv.com/ImageDb3/264516_S/ATTENTION-Important-Zombie-Infographic.jpg

steelerfan
03-21-2011, 11:33 AM
Shaun of the Dead ftw!

JBHuskers
03-24-2011, 02:41 PM
Some new screen shots courtesy of Stick Skills.... (http://stickskills.com/news/1560/dead-island-screenshots/)

http://www.stickskills.com/gfx/jon/deadisland1.jpg

http://www.stickskills.com/gfx/jon/deadisland2.jpg

http://www.stickskills.com/gfx/jon/deadisland3.jpg

JeffHCross
03-24-2011, 08:51 PM
The North American release of Dead Island will not feature the hanging corpse on the game's boxart due to the Entertainment Software Ratings Board (ESRB) restrictions.

A Deep Silver representative confirmed to IGN the logo will be altered on the front of the game box, but the in-game logo will remain unchanged. The boxart and in-game logo for Dead Island will remain unchanged for its release in Europe.

The new logo does away with the hanging corpse and changes it to a zombie walking on the ground. See below:

http://pcmedia.ign.com/pc/image/article/115/1156850/dead-island-20110321040616012.jpg
Original, uncensored logo

http://pcmedia.ign.com/pc/image/article/115/1156850/dead-island-20110321040616887.jpg
Censored logo for North American boxart

Update: The ESRB has responded with this statement:
The video game industry has set guidelines about the types of content that are appropriate in advertising and marketing materials, which includes game box art. According to those guidelines the depiction in the logo was not compliant.

We never censor or dictate in any way what type of content can be included within a game. However, a game's marketing materials are seen by an audience that is much broader than that which actually purchases the game itself, so we enforce industry-adopted guidelines as to what is suitable for inclusion in these materials.

JBHuskers
03-24-2011, 09:27 PM
I like the censored one better as it has more of a zombie feel...

JeffHCross
03-24-2011, 10:22 PM
Yeah, but the original looks more like "Island" to me.

JBHuskers
03-24-2011, 10:52 PM
Yeah, but the original looks more like "Island" to me.

Play Wheel of Fortune. Buy a Vowel.

D E A D _ S L A N D

JBHuskers
05-17-2011, 09:22 AM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bm8znL8e2lM

JBHuskers
05-17-2011, 09:24 AM
Oh I cannot wait for this game! Looks like they brought the noose logo back. The trailers that they're making are pretty damn good.

gschwendt
05-23-2011, 08:35 AM
12 minutes of gameplay


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CoYF6z1wQis

JBHuskers
05-30-2011, 09:47 AM
Box art!

http://www.dead-island.com/forums/members/300/albums/dead-island-box-art/156-dead-island-packshot-pegi-version.jpg

I OU a Beatn
05-30-2011, 09:55 AM
<3 zombie games.

JBHuskers
05-30-2011, 10:31 AM
<3 zombie games.

This might be THE zombie game.

DariusLock
05-30-2011, 12:07 PM
That gameplay video was blocked for copyright! Anyway we can get another? Why would they block it unless someone leaked all the gameplay.

JBHuskers
05-30-2011, 12:14 PM
Found a 20-minute video of "gameplay" I didn't watch it because I don't really want to watch anything til I have my hands on the game.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pVzRo39P31I

DariusLock
05-30-2011, 12:22 PM
Looks pretty good except for the girl they were playing with sounded annoying.

gschwendt
06-06-2011, 02:11 PM
Release date announced... September 6th
http://www.joystiq.com/2011/06/06/dead-island-welcoming-tourists-on-september-6/

JBHuskers
08-23-2011, 02:12 PM
If Amazon doesn't put a credit amount on this game, I might cancel my preorder, and take the $20 from NHL and Gears 3 to pay for it later on in September. This game I don't absolutely HAVE to have on release.

bdoughty
08-23-2011, 02:21 PM
But this is like an RPG with Zombies, on a beautiful resort. How on earth can you not want this game upon release?

gschwendt
08-23-2011, 02:24 PM
But this is like an RPG with Zombies, on a beautiful resort. How on earth can you not want this game upon release?Because the gameplay/fighting system looks bad?

JBHuskers
08-23-2011, 02:33 PM
But this is like an RPG with Zombies, on a beautiful resort. How on earth can you not want this game upon release?

Because I have plenty to keep me busy, and I can save myself $40 if not more depending on what the price is after a couple weeks of release.

bdoughty
08-23-2011, 02:50 PM
Because the gameplay/fighting system looks bad?

I watched the first 20 minutes of the game and it looked okay to me. I mean the guy put 200 hours into Oblivion and that game is not going to win any awards for it;s fighting system.

JBHuskers
09-02-2011, 10:36 AM
Still no preorder bonus for it. I think I will wait a couple weeks, and use my $40 credit from NHL and Gears to get either this or Resistance 3.

I OU a Beatn
09-02-2011, 05:45 PM
If you ordered at GS you got upgraded to the special edition at no extra cost. I'm pretty sure that ended, though. You get a $20 gift card at Kmart if you buy it on opening week. Yes, I know there's no Kmarts in Lincoln, I'm just sayin'. Hell, R3 has a $20 coupon there, too. Who would've ever thought Kmart would routinely have the best video game deals? :D

bdoughty
09-04-2011, 03:11 PM
Review

http://xbox360.ign.com/articles/119/1192320p1.html

Video Review

http://www.ign.com/videos/2011/09/04/dead-island-video-review?objectid=100157

JBHuskers
09-04-2011, 03:45 PM
Review

http://xbox360.ign.com/articles/119/1192320p1.html

Video Review

http://www.ign.com/videos/2011/09/04/dead-island-video-review?objectid=100157

Bout what I expected. I'll be getting it once I get my Gears and NHL credits.

I OU a Beatn
09-04-2011, 03:53 PM
I'll be getting it Tuesday or Wednesday, even have it paid off already. I love zombie games.

bdoughty
09-04-2011, 04:51 PM
I gave my copy of Deus Ex to a friend so this should help fill some time.

I did read at neogaf that once you beat the game, you keep all your money, upgrades, etc and play the map with more difficult enemies.

I OU a Beatn
09-06-2011, 06:16 PM
I'm about 2 hours in and I absolutely love it.

bdoughty
09-06-2011, 07:46 PM
Get mine tomorrow, looking forward to it.

Escobar
09-07-2011, 04:29 PM
Just picked up my copy from work along with Resistance 3, since it was the last one there. I figured I'd try it out. Gonna hop on later tonight when I get home from practice.

bdoughty
09-08-2011, 08:50 PM
I am loving the game so far but there does get to a point a couple hours in where a person can get overwhelmed with sidequests. I just accept them all and it is like having a nice backlog of things to do in the game.

JBHuskers
09-08-2011, 09:10 PM
I am loving the game so far but there does get to a point a couple hours in where a person can get overwhelmed with sidequests. I just accept them all and it is like having a nice backlog of things to do in the game.

Being such a HUGE fan of Oblivion, I like knowing there are a ton of side quests.

I OU a Beatn
09-08-2011, 10:17 PM
I am loving the game so far but there does get to a point a couple hours in where a person can get overwhelmed with sidequests. I just accept them all and it is like having a nice backlog of things to do in the game.

I love that, though. I've already beaten about 20 side quests and they've ALL been completely different. Like I said earlier, this game has a ton of mission variety and a TON of missions so it's going to last me a very, very long time. I haven't been this pleased with a video game purchase in quite awhile.

JBHuskers
09-08-2011, 10:34 PM
I love that, though. I've already beaten about 20 side quests and they've ALL been completely different. Like I said earlier, this game has a ton of mission variety and a TON of missions so it's going to last me a very, very long time. I haven't been this pleased with a video game purchase in quite awhile.

Yeah, you guys have made up my mind on what to use my Amazon credits on.

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bdoughty
09-08-2011, 11:56 PM
I love that, though. I've already beaten about 20 side quests and they've ALL been completely different. Like I said earlier, this game has a ton of mission variety and a TON of missions so it's going to last me a very, very long time. I haven't been this pleased with a video game purchase in quite awhile.

What character did you pick?


I picked Logan but I am starting to wish I used Sam B for more stamina. On the bright side I kicking things require no stamina so I have been going all Jackie Chan on everything but the Thug Zombies. That is where Logan's throwing ability is a nice thing to have.

I OU a Beatn
09-09-2011, 01:21 AM
I picked the Chinese lady. No idea what her name is. :D

Speaking of kicking, have you jump kicked a zombie yet? That shit NEVER gets old. It's the best thing since sliced bread.

Marlowe
09-09-2011, 10:03 AM
I was gladly surprised with this game. Reminds me a bit of Borderlands with the skill points and weapon upgrades. Haven't tried the jump kick YET, but if its better than breaking a zombie's neck by kicking them in the face while they are running full speed at you...well...I guess I'll be Jacki Chan-ing tonight!

bdoughty
09-09-2011, 07:09 PM
Yea, I have done every kind of kick you can. Even kicked a beach ball at a zombie. The results were as expected.

bdoughty
09-09-2011, 11:10 PM
I did notice the jump kick eats up almost half your stamina. Will have to stick to the standard kick to face, knock over zombie, stand over him and introduce his head to my baseball bat with nails.

I restarted the game with Sam B. He just plays to my strengths in the game. Up close and personal.

bdoughty
09-11-2011, 09:03 PM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hoLadZotBuE

morsdraconis
09-11-2011, 09:21 PM
Well that game looks utterly ridiculous. :rolleyes:

I OU a Beatn
09-11-2011, 09:54 PM
WTF? :D

bdoughty
09-11-2011, 11:38 PM
WTF? :D

it is from Fist of the North Star, I only knew it because the atatatatatatatatatatatata sound was an internet meme for some time.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yy6IrQvNWfY

morsdraconis
09-11-2011, 11:50 PM
That movie is, literally, the most ridiculously bloody anime ever. Now I have to go watch it again.

JBHuskers
09-14-2011, 03:15 PM
From Dead Island's Facebook page:

The Dead Island Xbox 360 patch is now LIVE! Updates include improvements to matchmaking over Xbox Live, in-game AI, quest fixes, improved balancing of escort quests, visual glitch fixes and a ton more.

bdoughty
09-14-2011, 06:57 PM
As soon I start feeling better I will give the patch a shot. Appreciate the update.

bdoughty
09-14-2011, 07:16 PM
I did find this and it made my day seeing what I have to look forward to. Very late in the game they pay a little tribute to horror movies.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ymQWpgwdQWE

bdoughty
09-20-2011, 12:52 AM
In Act 2, taking my time and this is my GOTY so far. Played for 4 hours straight and still feels like I got very little accomplished. I definitely plan on doing every sidequest before going after the ending.

JBHuskers
09-20-2011, 01:36 PM
Just got this using my $40 in credits on Amazon :up: sometime next week I'll be bashing zombie brains.

I OU a Beatn
09-20-2011, 01:43 PM
...and you'll be enjoying every second of it. How this game got mediocre reviews is beyond me.

JBHuskers
09-20-2011, 03:34 PM
...and you'll be enjoying every second of it. How this game got mediocre reviews is beyond me.

Yeah from what I heard, I will definitely like it.

bdoughty
09-20-2011, 04:25 PM
...and you'll be enjoying every second of it. How this game got mediocre reviews is beyond me.

I think it was the PC version and the original trailer that gave all the review sites a bad taste. Every review I see seems to mention how great the original trailer from years back was and how different the game is compared to it. Putting up the wrong version on steam did not help. It is glitchy and the respawn thing pisses me off, though it seems a little better after the patch. Still a few graphical hiccups like when you swing there is screen tearing (on the consoles). The one I can't stand is if you do an escort mission and fail you have to restart instead of a quick respawn and you lose all your weapons used. That and I hate escort missions in the first place.

very minor spoiler


The mind blower is really how big the game is, you have a map (hotel/beach area) when you start and it looks really large and plenty of things to do. Come to find out this is only one map, they break the game into different maps which you do not find out until you reach Act 2.

JBHuskers
09-26-2011, 01:53 PM
Either tomorrow or Wednesday it's looking like....:up:

bdoughty
09-26-2011, 04:02 PM
360 or PS3? If you got the 360 version it would be neat to try some co-op.

JBHuskers
09-26-2011, 09:47 PM
360 or PS3? If you got the 360 version it would be neat to try some co-op.

Sorry got the PS3 version :fdown:

bdoughty
09-27-2011, 01:28 AM
http://usera.imagecave.com/bdoughty/tumblr_lixyu1dsLS1qgkr6ko1_500_large.jpg

bdoughty
09-27-2011, 02:05 AM
Real Life Dead Island.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uLK2yD5kvmA

Better than any of Rob Zombies horror movies. :easy:

JBHuskers
09-27-2011, 08:29 AM
http://usera.imagecave.com/bdoughty/tumblr_lixyu1dsLS1qgkr6ko1_500_large.jpg

:D nice pull!

In other news: :))

Status: In transit
Ship Carrier: USPS
Latest Event: Lincoln NE

steelerfan
09-27-2011, 09:40 AM
:D nice pull!

In other news: :))

Status: In transit
Ship Carrier: USPS
Latest Event: Lincoln NE

Thanks for the update. We've all been holding our collective breath for this. (Except for Keyser - he's waiting for a TRANSFER FAILED update from EA)

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JBHuskers
09-27-2011, 09:41 AM
Thanks for the update. We've all been holding our collective breath for this. (Except for Keyser - he's waiting for a TRANSFER FAILED update from EA)

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I knew you were.

JBHuskers
09-27-2011, 12:36 PM
Lionsgate is picking up distribution for a Dead Island movie. (http://www.joystiq.com/2011/09/27/dead-island-film-optioned-by-lionsgate-based-on-the-trailer/)

bdoughty
09-27-2011, 04:41 PM
Based on early sales and the fact the game might just have a movie attached to it pleases me in that there should be a sequel or prequel or more Dead Island of some sort which is something that makes me happy.

JBHuskers
09-27-2011, 08:41 PM
Pretty f'n fun so far. I'm in the middle of my 2nd quest.

bdoughty
09-27-2011, 09:10 PM
Just wait until you go back to the hotel and hit the parking lot/entrance and see all that beautiful luggage strewn about. I think I came close to getting some wood at the sight of it. $

JBHuskers
09-27-2011, 11:49 PM
Just wait until you go back to the hotel and hit the parking lot/entrance and see all that beautiful luggage strewn about. I think I came close to getting some wood at the sight of it. $

Right now I'm at the Lighthouse doing some side stuff.

Escobar
10-01-2011, 04:58 PM
I need to get back into this game. Haven't had much free time lately. I'm still early into Chapter 1 or 2 when you start getting your first side quests

SmoothPancakes
10-30-2011, 11:34 PM
Is this game worth picking up? Is it worth $60? I've been seeing commercials for this game every single commercial break tonight during The Walking Dead and then the Talking Dead after show.

morsdraconis
10-30-2011, 11:40 PM
Is this game worth picking up? Is it worth $60? I've been seeing commercials for this game every single commercial break tonight during The Walking Dead and then the Talking Dead after show.

I've heard the co-op aspect of it is REALLY fun, but, singleplayer, it isn't really worth it.

bdoughty
10-31-2011, 06:37 PM
Is this game worth picking up? Is it worth $60? I've been seeing commercials for this game every single commercial break tonight during The Walking Dead and then the Talking Dead after show.


Well I am over 50 hours into the game and just started a new game to try out a new character. I really have no idea why Mors did not care for it as a single player game? It is far more challenging going at it alone. Keep in mind this is not like Left 4 Dead. You play by yourself unless you want human co-op players to join in. There are no brain dead CPU bots playing beside you although the story creates the illusion there are four of you going through the game.

You just missed out, Amazon had it for $39.99 for the last week. I would easily pay $60 for it.

bdoughty
10-31-2011, 06:38 PM
http://www.gamestop.com/xbox-360/games/dead-island/93156?affid=9797&cid=ppc_60000001

Gameflop has it for $44.99 New right now.

JBHuskers
11-03-2011, 12:33 PM
From G4:

Dead Island developer, Techland, has trademarked "Dead World." Sequel in the works? Speculation: http://g4.tv/ujQbs9

bdoughty
11-03-2011, 02:54 PM
I would love that.

JBHuskers
11-09-2011, 09:57 AM
Dead Island console patch rolling out, raising level cap http://aol.it/uw81jv

bdoughty
11-09-2011, 02:49 PM
I like all the additions but will miss not having to use stamina for kicking.

JBHuskers
11-09-2011, 03:20 PM
I like all the additions but will miss not having to use stamina for kicking.

That's what my co-worker said too :D he was semi-pissed about it (in a joking way).

bdoughty
11-10-2011, 01:01 AM
Done, finished, beaten for a second time with all sidequests. Now I can get hyped for Dead World. They really have a great game and with some fixes a sequel could be outstanding. Never got to play with the patch but I am content I got more than my $60 worth and the DLC did not interest me. I am done with the game and if anyone wants it, I will ship it to them. Smooth gets first dibs but did not reply to me on XBL so if he does not want it and you have been around TGT for awhile, it is yours. I always give away my games, except sports games which I donate to the Children's hospital once the new version hits. Yeah, I am a big sweetie.

SmoothPancakes
11-10-2011, 02:57 AM
Hey man, I saw your message but was in the middle of a game on Halo Reach and forgot to reply. Sure, I'm definitely interested in it. I was planning on buying it sometime in the next couple months anyways. Let me know your price.

bdoughty
11-10-2011, 05:40 AM
Hey, I am not Gamestop, there is no charge for used games. Just PM me the address you want it to go to and I will stick it in the mail tomorrow.

SmoothPancakes
11-10-2011, 06:22 AM
:D Well hell, I can't argue with that. You have a PM coming your way.

JBHuskers
11-10-2011, 08:29 AM
Done, finished, beaten for a second time with all sidequests. Now I can get hyped for Dead World. They really have a great game and with some fixes a sequel could be outstanding. Never got to play with the patch but I am content I got more than my $60 worth and the DLC did not interest me. I am done with the game and if anyone wants it, I will ship it to them. Smooth gets first dibs but did not reply to me on XBL so if he does not want it and you have been around TGT for awhile, it is yours. I always give away my games, except sports games which I donate to the Children's hospital once the new version hits. Yeah, I am a big sweetie.

:up:

oweb26
11-30-2011, 01:53 PM
Thinking about pulling the trigger on this from Amazon for 29, is this game any good? I need simple yes/no kinda answers, I did like left for dead if it make a difference what so ever.

JBHuskers
11-30-2011, 02:16 PM
A lot different than L4D. I really liked this game. It's kinda like a Fallout RPG type with a lot of melee weapon usage.

steelerfan
11-30-2011, 03:00 PM
I just got it in yesterday from Amazon and only played for a couple of hours, but so far I like it.

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JBHuskers
11-30-2011, 03:17 PM
This game was banned in Germany :D

morsdraconis
11-30-2011, 07:03 PM
I think I'm gonna pull the trigger on this myself next paycheck. Co-op sounds too fun not to.

DariusLock
01-03-2012, 10:50 AM
Got the game and just played 30 mins and I'm on my second mission going to the Life Guard tower. Fun so far.

morsdraconis
01-03-2012, 11:14 AM
I'm tempted to pick it up, but I only want to play it co-op, and, right now, it's still $40 everywhere which is unacceptable to me to only play co-op.

DariusLock
01-05-2012, 02:58 PM
It's fun and challenging so far I've put an hour 1/2 into it and I'm gonna pick it back up after I do my TGT OD game.

cdj
05-22-2012, 08:53 PM
Dead Island: Game of the Year Edition coming June 26, listed for $29.99 on Amazon. (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0085CA8QG/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=thegamtai-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B0085CA8QG)

The GOTY packs includes the standard game, along with downloadable content "Ryder White," "Bloodbath Arena" and "The Ripper." The tropical zombie apocalypse RPG, which has sold over three million copies worldwide, will be released on PlayStation 3, Xbox 360 and PC.

morsdraconis
05-22-2012, 08:55 PM
BTW, for those that don't have it on PC yet, it's on sale through steam for $11.99 for the next 24 hours. Tempted to get it, but I've bought too many games lately to justify buying another one.

JBHuskers
05-23-2012, 12:11 AM
I played this one night for four hours, loved it. Then haven't played it since :D Definitely high up on the get this done list.

gschwendt
08-31-2012, 10:42 AM
Dead Island Riptide coming in 2013 (http://www.joystiq.com/2012/08/31/dead-island-riptide-2013/) - Full game but not a sequel... think of like Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood.