The witcher 2 EE hype thread.AAA on GS.Hype has been met

Welcome to this awesome hype thread everyone and I hope you enjoy it.

Story

The story is the exact same story as the original version of Witcher 2, but new cutscenes are added throughout the game's singleplayer.There is a new part added to the game's story mode which is set around the assasination of King Demanvend of Aedrin.You take control of a character named Geralt of Rivia who is a witcher. A witcher is a human that is genetically enhanced and trained to fight monsters froma young age.All Witchers have similar magical abilities. They use the same signs (Aard, Igni, Yrden, Quen, Axii and Heliotrop.) since they don't require much knowledge on magic and can be used with strong willpower alone. The sword techniques may vary though.Thanks to GiantAssPanda for helping me correct the mistake I made here.

Gameplay

It`s pretty much the same as the original game, but the gameplay and controls have been tailored to fit CDProjekt vision for this expansion pack. The controls and new additions havealso been tailored to fit the 360 version of the game.3 hours of new content will be added to the game according to the publisher warner bros.

Other Info

This game is epected to release on April 17 for both the 360 and PC.PC users can download the game if they already have the original version. If you don`t have the original version of the game for the PCyou can get it for 15% off($34) from GOG.You can also get a backup copy from GOG if you bought the game from other areas.The game will include all the patch updates from the PC version

Traliers And Videos

Enhanced edition trailers

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9nC78t0NUCE

http://www.dreadcentral.com/news/52582/new-trailers-released-witcher-2-assassins-kings

http://news.softpedia.com/news/The-Witcher-2-Enhanced-Edition-for-Xbox-360-Gets-Two-New-Teaser-Trailers-254524.shtml

Here's the latest trailer for this game

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SCTiIVT0DRI

Flashback trailer part 1

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QkBe4NT_Kt4

Gamepro germany gameplay of the 360 version

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_KE1Q-esKFk

52 and a half video

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BMc1ySC6Qao&has_verified=1

10 minutes of the 360 version

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aAn1qFbxcTk&feature=relmfu

Playthrough of the game

http://en.thewitcher.com/forum/index.php?/topic/28662-new-ee-gameplay/page__pid__790295#entry790295

Graphical comparision video between the 360 and PC version of this game

http://www.gamespot.com/the-witcher-2-assassins-of-kings-enhanced-editio/videos/the-witcher-2-enhanced-edition-graphics-comparison-6370098/

360 graphics demo

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aJ51MZ82HRc

Official site

http://en.thewitcher.com/the-witcher/2/xbox/

Warning

A general warning for all 360 players

http://www.lensoftruth.com/install-the-witcher-2-on-xbox-360-for-better-performance-and-visuals/

Another install warning

http://www.vgarabia.com/en/posts/view/467/news/the-witcher-2-xbox360-install-size-revealed

Previews,Dev Diariesand Intreviews

An new preview has been released by destructoid

http://www.destructoid.com/preview-the-witcher-2-enhanced-edition-on-the-xbox-360-223522.phtml

Witcher 2 interview

http://www.craveonline.com/gaming/interviews/184477-interview-the-witcher-2-on-xbox-360

Another preview

http://www.computerandvideogames.com/339633/previews/the-witcher-2-a-very-different-kind-of-rpg

A new dev diary has been released by WB

http://www.dreadcentral.com/news/53953/new-elements-revealed-developer-diary-witcher-2

Inside Xbox:Witcher 2

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EUCJaHh1a7Q&feature=player_embedded

Changelogs

New changelogs have been added

http://en.thewitcher.com/community/entry/151

Changelogs part one

http://en.thewitcher.com/forum/index.php?/topic/28419-news-changelog-pt-1/

Changelogs part 2

http://en.thewitcher.com/forum/index.php?/topic/28436-news-changelog-pt-2/

Random Things

The dark edition of this game has sold out in europe

http://www.videogamer.com/xbox360/the_witcher_2/news/the_witcher_2_assassins_of_kings_dark_edition_sold_out_in_europe.html

The 360 version of the game goes gold.

http://news.softpedia.com/news/The-Witcher-2-Enhanced-Edition-Goes-Gold-Arrives-Next-Month-261651.shtml

This game will be talked about at the BAFTA's on April 11th.

http://www.incgamers.com/News/30828/the-witcher-2-assassins-of-kings--enhanced-edition-talk-at-bafta

Reviews

OXM: 85

'Most crucially, the journey is worth every minute of effort: The Witcher 2's malleable final moments are remarkably satisfying no matter which choices you make.' .

http://www.oxmonline.com/witcher-2-assassins-kings-review

Console300:95

http://www.console3000.com/review-the-witcher-2-assassins-of-kings-enhanced-edition-xbox-360-version/

Game Informer:95

Its weighty combat, difficult choices with real consequences, and fascinating storylines are some of the best gaming has ever seen. I can no longer lord it over the console masses with this one, though, because this long-in-development Xbox 360 port is just as amazing as the original. It's actually better than it was at launch... [May 2012, p.82]

IGN:85

In every significant way, The Witcher 2 on Xbox 360 is the same subversive and compelling fantasy that it was on the PC. There are some minor technical and graphical blemishes, but they don't detract from what is one of the best RPGs of recent years, and the extra content adds value.

http://xbox360.ign.com/articles/122/1222949p1.html

Eurogamer:90

The Witcher 2 has an air of unique wonder about it. There's a weight and detail to the mythology that is beguiling, but CD Projekt's skill has been in making this relevant and meaningful to the player.

http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2012-04-13-the-witcher-2-assassins-of-kings-enhanced-edition-review

SpazioGames:90

While not as graphically magnificent as the PC version, this game is still every ounce the amazing RPG it was on its mother platform. Get it. Now. http://www.spaziogames.it/recensioni_videogiochi/console_xbox360/13046/the-witcher-2.aspx

Eurogamer Italy:100

The best fantasy RPG on Xbox 360. The awesome atmosphere, the epic and adult storyline, the beautiful graphics and the clever gameplay are enough to turn this masterpiece into a must buy.

http://www.eurogamer.it/articles/2012-04-12-videogiochi-the-witcher-2-assassins-of-kings-enhanced-edition-review-recensione

Meristation:96

The Witcher 2 continues to be a colossal creative and technical achievement and the superb 360 version only confirms the excellence CD Projekt's craft. Console users get a fantastic version of a fantastic game, while the PC users get a great patch that improves and enhances the experience of the original, a perfect excuse to return as The White Wolf and to live his adventure from a new perspective.

http://www.meristation.com/es/xbox-360/the-witcher-2-assassins-of-kings/analisis-juego/1531409

GRYOnline.pl:95

The Witcher 2 on the X360 is a masterpiece. It's easy to prey on the developers that are unable to create a good port of an original game, but that's not the case. I don't have to be patriotic to see the gigantic amount of work the authors have done - I have seen this port in action almost a year ago and I was far from being ecstatic.

http://www.gry-online.pl/S020.asp?ID=8160

Vandal Online:94

CD Projekt has achieved a great game, translating the essence of the excellent game they made for PC to Xbox 360, without diluting it in the proccess. It is one of the best games for the Xbox 360; it's deep, complex and mature, and very good news for RPG fans.

http://www.vandal.net/analisis/x360/the-witcher-2-assassins-of-kings-enhanced-edition/11419

Multiplayer.it:94

This is simply the perfect edition of The Witcher 2. If you still don't have the original PC version, this is the right time to get it, and if you have an Xbox 360 in your home just run out to buy this wonderful RPG

http://multiplayer.it/recensioni/101848-the-witcher-2-assassins-of-kings-uno-strigo-potenziato.html

XGN:93

The Witcher 2 is amazing! Not the graphics, but the gameplay is the thing that will keep the players happy. This just might be the greatest PC-to-console port ever made.

http://www.xgn.nl/360/review/35738/the-witcher-2-assassins-of-kings/

3D Juegos:93

The original PC version of The Witcher 2 is still the best, but playing the Enhanced Edition on Xbox 360 is, hands on, one of the most amazing RPG experiences in console.

http://www.3djuegos.com/juegos/analisis/6667/0/the-witcher-2-assassins-of-kings/

MondoXbox:93

A brilliant game with deep gameplay, great graphics, a highly involving story and, mainly, it feels like a game conceived for consoles rather than as a PC port. Undoubtedly one of the best RPGs on Xbox 360.

http://www.mondoxbox.com/recensione/1464/the-witcher-2-assassins-of-kings--enhanced-edition.html

IncGamers:90

Absolutely one of the best linear RPGs available on any platform, and it's now on your 360

http://www.incgamers.com/Reviews/1330/the-witcher-2-assassins-of-kings-enhanced-edition-review

GameReactor Sweden:90

http://www.gamereactor.se/recensioner/45321/The+Witcher+2%3A+Assassins+of+Kings/?sid=84285ea1ce75f028039408f4bc32111e

Eurogamer Germany:90

http://www.eurogamer.de/articles/2012-04-13-the-witcher-2-assassins-of-kings-enhanced-edition

Stragety Informer:90

The Witcher 2 itself is still an incredible title that really makes you feel that you're having an impact on the people and politics of this world, and the Enhanced Edition only makes it better

http://www.strategyinformer.com/xbox360/witcher2/1861/review.html

GamesRadar:90

The immersive world, memorable characters, exhilarating combat, and branching storylines will have you coming back to play it again and again

http://www.gamesradar.com/witcher-2-assassins-kings-enhanced-edition-review/

VideoGamer:90

While not necessarily as big a name as the products of BioWare or Bethesda, The Witcher 2 is still one of the most interesting developments in RPGs within the last ten years, and with a combination of additional content and cutscenes its Enhanced Edition on Xbox 360 is one of the most lovingly crafted fan-services you'll find.

http://www.videogamer.com/xbox360/the_witcher_2/review.html

OXM UK:90

A huge, complex and expertly written RPG that has the capacity to consume weeks, maybe even months of your life. While its roots are on the PC, it's translated effortlessly to the Xbox 360 with no compromises and stacks up well against the prettiest games on the system. It's more hardcore than Skyrim but by no means inaccessible.

http://www.oxm.co.uk/40257/reviews/the-witcher-2-review/

Gamer.nl:85

If there's anything to take away from our previous The Witcher 2-review is that this is an amazing role-playing game. It was one of the most ambitious PC-games of last year, and this is an excellent port.

http://www.gamer.nl/review/271792/the-witcher-2-assassins-of-kings-1

AusGamer:84

An unconventional and layered RPG with a steep learning curve that is not for the uninitiated or faint of heart. Baring a few faltering steps it is a well rounded and thought provoking tale offering far more than its linear progression should allow.

http://www.ausgamers.com/games/the-witcher-2-assassins-of-kings-enhanced-edition/review/

Gaming Bolt:95

The Witcher 2 is undoubtedly the best RPG to ever have appeared on a console.

http://gamingbolt.com/the-witcher-2-enhanced-edition-xbox-360-review

Ignore the spelling mistake I made for one of the poll options.

You're now allowed to post memes.If loosingends posts his garbage in this thread don't use memes to to respond to him

I hope everyone enjoys this hype thread.

And stay on topic everyone.

Ignore the spelling mistake I made for the poll options.

And enjoy the pics below.

Pics

Enhanced edition box art/special items

Dark edition box art/special items

Other Pics

Waiting on loosingENDS and his 'superior controls by miles' bs. On topic, if i was still on ps360 only, i'd get this game day one even if it was ugly compared to pc.

I already have taken care of that guys.I have notified the mods about that user before I created this thread.

You're puttinga warning about users being modded? Lighten up.

You're puttinga warning about users being modded? Lighten up.

NeonNinja

I don;t want this thread turning into a let's create a thousand memes to own loosingends thread.

A thread about 'the witcher 2' on the 1st page,what a surprise!:roll:

ffs why can't people stop creating threads about this 1.5 year old game?

ffs why can't people stop creating threads about this 1.5 year old game?call_of_duty_10

A thread about 'the witcher 2' on the 1st page,what a surprise!:roll:

ffs why can't people stop creating threads about this 1.5 year old game?

call_of_duty_10

The thread is a hype thread.

I'm very much looking forward to it. Have to read the books and play the first game (again) before it though. [QUOTE="call_of_duty_10"]ffs why can't people stop creating threads about this 1.5 year old game?GiantAssPanda

The game was released long ago and there's nothing to discuss about it now.

Looser has created so many threads about the 360 version...we don't need more.

.....

Eh,but on second thought this thread seems like a great idea.

If it gets stick-ied he will stop creating threads and post here.

Good job TC.

[QUOTE="GiantAssPanda"]I'm very much looking forward to it. Have to read the books and play the first game (again) before it though. [QUOTE="call_of_duty_10"]ffs why can't people stop creating threads about this 1.5 year old game?call_of_duty_10

The game was released long ago and there's nothing to discuss about it now.

Looser has created so many threads about the 360 version...we don't need more.

.....

Eh,but on second thought this thread seems like a great idea.

If it gets stick-ied he will stop creating threads and post here.

Good job TC.

Thi thread was mostly created to hype the 360 version of the game. That idea of yours was me idea to.

This thread is one big :cry: I can't play this great game on my PS3. :D

This thread is one big :cry: I can't play this great game on my PS3. :D

xhawk27

I missing info because it's kinda annoying to find out what changes were made to the game.The trailers and pics will be added later.

Good to see the game's still getting support. :D

Xbox 360 version's going to be more limited but still playable.

This thread is going to turn to **** as soon as LoosingEnds posts

[QUOTE="xhawk27"]

This thread is one big :cry: I can't play this great game on my PS3. :D

super600

I missing info because it's kinda annoying to find out what changes were made to the game.The trailers and pics will be added later.

Oh is this a hype thread for the game? If so my bad.

This thread is going to turn to **** as soon as LoosingEnds posts

Peredith

He hasn't noticed this thread yet which is good.

Best on 360

True analog controls

New lightning

Better version day one, PC had to wait

Hermits are mad

Best on 360

True analog controls

New lightning

Better version day one, PC had to wait

Hermits are mad

waltefmoney

I doubt they will have to wait to long.

[QUOTE="waltefmoney"]

Best on 360

True analog controls

New lightning

Better version day one, PC had to wait

Hermits are mad

super600

I doubt they will have to wait to long.

I REPEAT:

HERMITS ARE MAD

/THREAD

because i can

because i can

Krelian-co

I'll just let you post this meme once.That rule was made to prevent this thread from becoming this.

http://www.gamespot.com/forums/topic/29007244/first-actual-witcher-2-xbox-360-gameplay-revealed?msg_id=335175011#335175011

Thread will take a nosedive once loosingENDS comes. But until then, nice thread.Klipsh

Nobody can use memes in this thread and the mods and me are watching that guy carefully.

Ne1 else think the TC is taking his "award for who would be the best mod" a little too seriously?ultraking

I just posted the warning as a suggestion from a mod since I don't want this thread to turn into any other thread loosingends has posted in or created.

360 am superior version confrimed.

[QUOTE="ultraking"]Ne1 else think the TC is taking his "award for who would be the best mod" a little too seriously?super600

I just posted the warning as a suggestion from a mod since I don't want this thread to turn into any other thread loosingends has posted in or created.

Then I guess we have a problem :cool:

Witcher 2 would be bettter with kinect funcitnality and also with screencap functions for the good stuff.

[QUOTE="super600"]

[QUOTE="ultraking"]Ne1 else think the TC is taking his "award for who would be the best mod" a little too seriously?waltefmoney

I just posted the warning as a suggestion from a mod since I don't want this thread to turn into any other thread loosingends has posted in or created.

Then I guess we have a problem :cool:

I may lighten the rules if loosingends controls what he may post in this thread in the future or if he doesn't decide to post in this thread at all.

Witcher 2 would be bettter with kinect funcitnality and also with screencap functions for the good stuff.

MLBknights58

The game won't barely even work with kinect.:lol:

I may lighten the rules if loosingends controls what he may post in this thread in the future or if he doesn't decide to post in this thread at all.

super600

If he doesn't start posting soon I'm assuming his role. His words of wisdom must be spread.

[QUOTE="super600"]

I may lighten the rules if loosingends controls what he may post in this thread in the future or if he doesn't decide to post in this thread at all.

waltefmoney

If he doesn't start posting soon I'm assuming his role. His words of wisdom must be spread.

I won't take your post seriously.

I already have taken care of that guys.I have notified the mods about that user before I created this thread.

super600

lololol

For God's sake guys stop commenting on LoosingENDS and how this thread will turn out. You guys are already ruining it and derailing it before he even shows up. Why not talk about the actual game rather than abusing the rules. Don't become what you say you supposedly hate.

I for one am glad 360 guys get the game. The more people who experience the story the better. Sure its not on par with PC ultra but it still looks pretty damn good and one of the best looking games on the 360

I still need to get this game on PC. I also need to finish the first Witcher. I was playing it on a laptop without a mouse but now that I got a mouse I haven't got around to playing it.

you are doing it all wrong, the whole point in a hype thread is that we get to vote on what SCORE we think it's going to get, you need to change the poll to the standard score poll, AAAA,AAA,AA,A, this is not a hype thread at all:(delta3074

Don't become what you say you supposedly hate.

seanmcloughlin

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yt3RwfrVIrc

[QUOTE="delta3074"]you are doing it all wrong, the whole point in a hype thread is that we get to vote on what SCORE we think it's going to get, you need to change the poll to the standard score poll, AAAA,AAA,AA,A, this is not a hype thread at all:(Nintendo_Ownes7

Inb4 loosingends talking crap.

[QUOTE="seanmcloughlin"]

Don't become what you say you supposedly hate.

bleehum

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yt3RwfrVIrc

:lol:

Last option. I've already played it for a bit on PC, but the gameplay is terrible, and what's good about it doesn't quite make up for that one, huge deficiency.