Sonic Boom: Rise of Lyric

[shadowDOESrock]

We're excited to unleash an all-new Sonic the Hedgehog at this year's Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) in Los Angeles with the debut of playable versions of new titles exclusively for Wii U and Nintendo 3DS. The new games Sonic Boom: Rise of Lyric for the Wii U system, developed by Los Angeles-based Big Red Button, and Sonic Boom: Shattered Crystal for the Nintendo 3DS hand-held system, from San Francisco-based Sanzaru Games, will introduce new gameplay and the most vile and formidable villain in Sonic history — Lyric.

Sonic Boom: Rise of Lyric will deliver a different experience than past titles. The detailed levels and emphasis on each character's unique abilities will showcase the distinctive feel of an action- adventure game, giving players more choice in exploration as they work as a team to stop the deadly snake-like ancient villain, Lyric, before he can power up his army. The gameplay will challenge players with over-the-top speed runs, but the heart of the game will focus on intense combat and brand-new abilities including the Enerbeam. This new feature in the game gives players an energy-charged cord that can be used by characters to navigate the world like never before. Players will be able to swing or zip-line across gaps, explore alternate paths, grab and throw enemies and take away their shields in combat.

Sonic Boom: Rise of Lyric will also feature CRYENGINE®, the cutting-edge 3D game technology from Crytek, one of the leading innovators in the industry. As the very first Wii U game to incorporate this technology, the lush environments and landscapes within the game will be visually enhanced like never before.

In both games, Sonic and friends – Tails, Knuckles, Amy, and the newest member of the team, Sticks, will work together as they face their most powerful enemy yet. Lyric is a giant and monstrous snake-like creature from an ancient race. An extremely tech-savvy mastermind who uses a sophisticated robotic body of armor to carry out his own nefarious deeds, he is a formidable enemy and a force to be reckoned with. With a strong emphasis on collaboration, the roles of Tails, Knuckles, Amy, and Sticks, will be elevated in gameplay that capitalizes on each character's unique talents and abilities. The goal is to prevent Lyric from powering his army of robots and carrying out his plan to destroy the world. The stakes have never been higher, and the only chance to overcome Lyric is to band together and work as a team.

Screens
http://puu.sh/9c6Xy/b0b5bb35df.jpg
CG Render
http://image.noelshack.com/fichiers/2014/23/1401727781-sonic-boom.jpg
Lyric
http://image.noelshack.com/fichiers/2014/23/1401727492-lyric.jpg

[jkid101094]

[Hakudamashi]

Sounds like Sonic Heroes 2 or something.

[jkid101094]

Well it looks better than the 3DS version and I love their sense of humor. That being said, though, I'm not Tomodachi Life levels of excited for this. I might rent it if I get the chance or it it somehow really sways me over.

[Hakudamashi]

So it's Jak and Daxter with the occasional Sonic segments... ok then.

[Hakudamashi]

It's clearly more Jak and Daxter inspired, there are no hallways.

[SmashFinale]

You say that like it's a bad thing, Haku.

[Hakudamashi]

Whether it's a bad thing or not we'll just have to wait and see.

but it does however make me cautious.

[Hakudamashi]

Kids really dig these games.

Cash grab confirmed.

[Hakudamashi]

Kids also dig effort.

[jkid101094]

Kids also dig sandcastles.

I'm sorry Elijah but the word we were looking for was, "holes".

[Hakudamashi]

I think I can beat the game in a week.

I did beat Lost World 3DS in one sitting after all.

[jkid101094]

I did beat Lost World 3DS in one sitting after all.

You masochist.

[Hakudamashi]

You masochist.

It's more like it was soo bad, that I knew that if I put it down for whatever reason, I would never go back to it.
And I ain't gonna allow there to be another Sanic game I've played and haven't beaten >=U

[Hakudamashi]

Difference between effort and cash grab I guess.

[Hakudamashi]

b-b-but, Naughty Dog tho :U

[Hakudamashi]

Not exactly.

[Hakudamashi]

But those games look much better than this and were on supposedly weaker hardware. Lost World looks better than this and that game was running at 60fps on the same hardware.

Lost World didn't use Cry Engine.

[Hakudamashi]

I mean, really, Lost World is nothing but flat surfaces, textures and small, condensed levels with a few different objects.

And just like Mario Kart 8, Wind Waker and Mario 3D World, you don't even notice or care about this shit when you're playing the goddamn game.

[Hakudamashi]

Maybe they shoulda used Unreal.

[Hakudamashi]

The Sonic Boom geometry also looks bad
Those are some freaky lookin rocks.
And the terrain you're interacting with is flat.

Seems like a bunch of extra effort for little pay off.

[jkid101094]

So here's a trailer I'm not sure if anyone posted. Also we have concept art for two familiar faces, one of which is seen in motion later on in the trailer.

[Hakudamashi]

Why didn't he jump?

[Hakudamashi]

You think he has those kinds of reflexes? It's not like he's the fastest thing alive, you know.

I'm just going off of what I knew of Sonic pre-colours
But then I remember we have new writers, so I just gotta accept the Sonic I knew is long gone.

[Hakudamashi]

French Sonic didn't get the idea to jump?

[Hakudamashi]

And not jumping out of obvious lazer beams while your friends watch.

[Hakudamashi]

If Sonic doesn't go fast, then why am I playing Sonic?
Why not play another platformer like Mario or Pac-Man?

[Hakudamashi]

Well, at least this game has drop shadows.

[BoomBeep]

Well, at least this game has drop shadows.

I laughed harder than I should've at that. XD

I'm super excited for Sonic Boom, personally. I know that some people have low expectations, but I dunno. I was a huge Crash Bandicoot fan back in the day and I feel confident in BigRedButton. :3

[Hakudamashi]

Did he just kick Shadow out of existence?

[jkid101094]

Then again, I thought every Sonic OST was good until Colours / Lost World.

See this is why I'm hesitant to say we're friends. :U
*shot*

[jkid101094]

The lyrical tracks in that game are awesome. The stage themes aren't as great, though. Enjoyable, sure, I can't even remember what the first stage sounds like.

I have no idea how you could even compare Westopolis to something like this:

[Hakudamashi]

You raise some good points Elija

But Bioshock is a game composed entirely of sewer levels and escort missions, both things everyone hate, but people love it due to good design.

The concepts themselves aren't the problem, it's whether or not the game is properly designed around it.

[Hakudamashi]

>Tails
>Is the smart one
>Didn't just grab the cat.

[SmashFinale]

Got to  show off his mechanics skills somehow...
and a lot of cats are jerks

[Hakudamashi]

You know what's a great mechanic skill?
Using your hands., to grab things.

[BoomBeep]

I love that commercial so much. XD

Also, can we just talk about how Sonic was the RELAXED one there?

[BoomBeep]

Sorry. XD I couldn't think of the right word at the time.

I meant SANE. Everyone else here's just like "NOPE GOTTA DO SOMETHIN' CRAZY" and Sonic's just like "...uhh... o~o"

[Hakudamashi]

My interest in the 3DS version is sparked.

Still not feelin this one.

[Hakudamashi]

inb4 it gets a demo after release like Lost World did.

[Hakudamashi]

The thing was, I was convinced the demo wasn't coming west side.

It was like, a full 2 weeks after release did we get US demos.

[Hakudamashi]

I'm going to
Cause I'm a Sonic fgt

If it wasn't for the timing, I'd even get it before Smash.

[Hakudamashi]

Never.

[Hakudamashi]

The only Sonic game I've regretted purchasing is Sonic Chronicles
And I didn't even buy Sonic Chronicles.

[Hakudamashi]

I don't regret it.
I feel ecstatic that I actually beat it, the final boss is pretty great, miles better than the Wii U ver., the bosses in general are better in the 3DS. And I also prefer how 3DS Sonic controls, alot smoother and feels faster. And the first 4 levels are actually pretty great, I replay them from time to time.

[Hakudamashi]

I don't
Cause I look back on it, and it's pretty hilarious what I really went through.
I got really good memories out of it.

[Hakudamashi]

He means it's got less to do with actual age, and more to do with what you find problem with.

[Hakudamashi]

But for the non-Sonic fans that don't give a shit, it's the worst source.

[Hakudamashi]

You don't even have a Wii U to try =/

[jkid101094]

I love this series' sense of humor.

[Hakudamashi]

Remember when you got 99 lives for pre-ordering lost world?

Fuck you SEGA.

[jkid101094]

You can only carry up to 100 rings in this game, but if you connect the 3DS version it lets you hold up to 150. Make sure you get both games, kiddies!

Except that in this game that equates to five extra hits. Not only that but there are apparently other things that you can transfer between versions.

[jkid101094]

From what I've seen the only thing good about this game is the humor. It's glitchy as all hell and when it's not throwing you into a pit of death it's being just about as enthralling as watching paint dry. Even the story is full of shit.

It's like they were being too ambitious. 20 Million dollars seems like a big budget but it goes really quickly when you're deciding that every character and their mom needs to be voice acted. Not to mention the company that made the game seem really under experienced.

[Hakudamashi]

Smells like Sonic 06 in here.

[Hakudamashi]

At least regular Sonic is allowed to touch water.

[jkid101094]

Big Red Button should be ashamed.

[Hakudamashi]

The Great Clement says you all need to calm your tits

[jkid101094]

He liked Sonic Lost World so I no longer respect his opinion.

[Hakudamashi]

I like Sonic Lost World...

[Hakudamashi]

Oh, well that makes things a lot easier.

[Hakudamashi]

So they just ragequitted?
Got bored and left?

[jkid101094]

Pretty sure John has to give them sections.

[Hakudamashi]

And possibly a more veteran Dev team.

[Hakudamashi]

It'd be as good as any Lego game.

[Hakudamashi]

Anyone else think it's kinda fucked up how the world is designed around them having the enerbeams, despite them being made by Tails from Lyrics's cuffs at that moment?

Like, how do they get around normally?

[Hakudamashi]

Individually?
Cause they didn't have a plane before.

[Hakudamashi]

But how can Tails fly without air vents?

[Hakudamashi]

He can't do it by himself?