I'm considering getting this game, but I'm more fared to the fast paced action of Armoured Core, so I was just wondering how the online is? I mean, I see no other point in getting this game if there isn't alot of people online as Chromehounds is meant for it's online. I'm going to go blading online now in Armoured Core FA n_n
best tactic Ive found with my squad is, 4 of us have heavy gunners which have 3 double firing cannons(having high accuracy low movement computer parts helps) the other 2 have sniper scouts. they locate the enemy base and we take it down from range with the scouts saying where to aim. as we have found out how big one map grid is (about 250) we can take most things down from over 1000 range if we have the grid location without the scouts now.
Out of all the reviews, this has got to be the best review I've seen, much better than IGN's review even, they seemed so one-sided on the game. This guy knows what he's talking about. I'll be getting this game soon; I've always liked mech games, can't beat it for $10 at gamestop, and hopefully I can make some friends who play it alot. I've noticed there are upgrades/camo patterns to be bought in the marketplace, are any of them really worth purchasing?
This review is actually pretty accurate. You seem like you actually gave the game a chance and put some time into it, unlike the dude that made the ign review. Good job dude. There needs to be a chromehounds 2.
For those who missed the comments below- The link given is now defunct. However, check out M.A.V. (TH-cam search it if you want) for something similar.
The scout is a very good model, yet still it isnt needed as much as you make it out to be, unless you are going for say an all soldier unit, or if you have heavy gunners hitting the base you would probably prefer to have a defender or two, or putting a commander with a group of snipers so they know where the enemy is, but dont make it out so that the others are useless
This review is very true: if you don't have friends that alreaddy have the game, or are ready to get if you do, it's not worth buying it. But if you have friends to play with it's AWESOME!!
It's because someone made that website and gave everyone hope that the game would come back. He accepted donations to help speed the process up, and everyone who played the game came to the website. After he got enough money, he kicked all of the members off the website, shut it down and deleted the domain. So everyone looked stupid for wanting this game back.
Very good review, love the game but your right I need to find a better group online my current one is full of juveniles. At the time I'm writing this my 360 is all ring of death on me but maybe in the future we can play together.
Combas's. Yes you need them, but they arent hard to get, just wait about 5 seconds once you reach them. Not having them isnt the end of the world for you, and if you get separated from your group because of combas' it doesnt mean you will die, since that depends on skill. Commanders are hardly ever used since you only need a visual to kill the enemy, you dont always need an NA maker.
For 10 bucks, this is not a bad game at all. It's one of the few launch titles for the 360 that's actually still being played by many. I have not played Armored Core, so I cannot make any comparison, but Chromehounds can be horribly addicting once you get the hang of it. Chromehounds 2 will be out eventually, despite how long the first one has been out. You'll have people telling you it's just a rumor. Call Sega and find out for yourself. You may just want to wait for Chromehounds 2.
Ill be dead honest, i think chromehounds is the best mech game ever made besides the original Mechwarrior games. I also really enjoyed the story mode of the game as well but the online was really amazing when it exsited.
Just tried it, can't find the website... I guess it might have been shut down considering your comment is 1 year old, shame... ChromeHounds is by far one of the best games I've ever played, I'd do anything to get the servers back :( I even sold my Xbox 360 after the closure since it was the only game I played :/
For everyone who wishes they could play Chromehounds online again you will be able to! They are working on a PC version! Go to chromies.org for the official forum where you can find all the information of the development. Thumbs up this so everyone can see.
Another player here. Seriously, check it out. It's shaping up to be BETTER than Chromehounds eventually, with the same kind of superb customization and teamwork gameplay.
I posted that a while ago. I'm sorry to say that the project ended up falling through. so sorry, no PC chromehounds. :( we can all dream for it one day though.
I like the concept of team play vs gundam styled mechs (over powered 1 man killing armys) But at the same time CH mechs are SOOOOO damn slow. In the end I prefer AC its just funner controlling the mech itself. Those online matches get intense.
Yes but he's giving you good warning just incase you don't like this sort of stuff. I'd say this review was better than GT's. You got 5 stars from me = ).
its a shame, i used to play it but i never found a good group of people to play it with, so i never got that much into it. I miss giant mech battles!!!!!!
Mech lovers, don't hesitate to get this game for about $10. It's easy to make friends, given you meet the right people. Anybody who plays it anymore happen to be really nice, but are also damn good at the game. The learning curve in this game is steep, just remember not to run an "open cockpit," and don't act like you're invincible. This game is tons of fun once you find out which Role Type you're really good at, then later it becomes addicting ;)
@jamievfx Can't see this being anywhere near the worst game. Sure it had slow pacing, but that was part of its charm. The pilot's skill wasn't a twitch finger like in an FPS, it was in strategy; using the layout of the land to strike from key positions, coordinating with teammates of different RTs to support and complement one another, capturing COMBAS towers to create a better command and communication network and organizing with other players in order to properly compete.
@psychoticguy2010 yeah I definitely agree. Besides I posted that a long time ago and since then the PC version has actually been scrapped. I guess for now all we can do is hope they put the xbox servers back up. :/
I don't like this game but I respect it for promoting team play unlike halo or cod where everyone runs around just trying to be the best on their team without helping anyone
i dont now--- maybe just a rumer, but they r sayin dat ubisoft bought the server---- besides does it cost money to have a server up and running?--- they have #2 made just not published, i say put one commercial out and c how much controversy it has on the public.
he didnt "bash" chromehounds, he said its fun as long as you have teammates who arnt douches. he looked okay at the game to me, although he did miss a disproportional amount of his missiles fired...
i mean for example look at startcraft etc they are dinosaurs and they are still up for multiplayer but sadly there is a curse on console games even though the console itself was made for nothing other than games >.>
Maybe u would have more fun if u had less of a noob hound or if u hit the search for mission button instead of the launch mission button. AI is way easier then human.
these reviews are very helpful, i look at a review of every game i might feel like buying
Awesome review man, great work. I enjoyed it and it was very informative.
just bought it with a buddy of mine, can't wait to get home to play.
Well done review. A well organized and honest video. I look forward to more game reviews.
So, I really like this game, and after the review, I was wondering how much it was?
NICE!!! you good in this what you doing. Gratulations.
awesom review mman need to check out more of ur reviews
dang man... nice review and good video clarity :)
Great vid, very informative. I'll put the info you gave to good use(when I get a 360).
"never gonna see the same mech twice in one game" DOHOHOHO this review was OBVIOUSLY made at the start of the game!
Does it have two player split screan on 360?
The EVA music fits so damn well!
yeah but at the time when this review was made, there was no party system.
You're pretty good a reviews; everything was explained perfectly.
good review my friends have been trying to get me on this. i may just buy it.
Awesome review. I really want to get this game, but I'm pretty sure my friends won't want to get this. Even if it is just $10.
@foozy12
It actually was an Xbox 360 game, don't worry. :-)
Good, accurate, honest review if you ask me.
We need something like this on pc
I love this game, still one of my favourites. I like the tactical feel of it, more realistic than alot of games (cod)
when reviewing some thing in the future, make sure you point out more then just the bad stuff
3:32 " a little more quickly" wtf does that mean?
I'm considering getting this game, but I'm more fared to the fast paced action of Armoured Core, so I was just wondering how the online is? I mean, I see no other point in getting this game if there isn't alot of people online as Chromehounds is meant for it's online.
I'm going to go blading online now in Armoured Core FA n_n
Once I got a squad this game was awesome
Great review mate :)
Also I got the game and love it, even though I don't have Xbox Live.
best tactic Ive found with my squad is, 4 of us have heavy gunners which have 3 double firing cannons(having high accuracy low movement computer parts helps) the other 2 have sniper scouts. they locate the enemy base and we take it down from range with the scouts saying where to aim. as we have found out how big one map grid is (about 250) we can take most things down from over 1000 range if we have the grid location without the scouts now.
So if ubisoft owns it now , and if you have to put in a trouble ticket ,it doesnt go to sega anymore?
looks cool i might get this
Out of all the reviews, this has got to be the best review I've seen, much better than IGN's review even, they seemed so one-sided on the game. This guy knows what he's talking about. I'll be getting this game soon; I've always liked mech games, can't beat it for $10 at gamestop, and hopefully I can make some friends who play it alot. I've noticed there are upgrades/camo patterns to be bought in the marketplace, are any of them really worth purchasing?
so are they going to permently shut the server in jan
?
Is this set within the Armored Core Universe ?
Have you ever heard of the game SLAI (Steel Lancer Arena International)? this game reminds me of it a bit...
All my friends probably won't play it either, but that didn't stop me from getting it! It's a great online game, a steal for the current price.
Yeah, this review was perfect.
This review is actually pretty accurate.
You seem like you actually gave the game a chance and put some time into it, unlike the dude that made the ign review.
Good job dude.
There needs to be a chromehounds 2.
Metal Gears?
Armored Core + Chromehounds ftw! Best mech games evar!!!! >:O
Will this game play on an Xbox 360?
BUY IT. NOW. YOu WIll FALL IN LOVE.
@Herraldo3 They better make a second.
nice desisive battle "hint""hint
For those who missed the comments below- The link given is now defunct. However, check out M.A.V. (TH-cam search it if you want) for something similar.
If you ever get around to it, hit me up, ill help you out
As you can see, that comment is 2 years old. There were some problems and the project to port Chrome Hounds to PC fell through. :/
yah it is a great online game, but right now the servers are messed up.
Anyone know what is going on?
no they haven't
but they will on jan 6th 2010
ComBases = Communication Base :)))
The scout is a very good model, yet still it isnt needed as much as you make it out to be, unless you are going for say an all soldier unit, or if you have heavy gunners hitting the base you would probably prefer to have a defender or two, or putting a commander with a group of snipers so they know where the enemy is, but dont make it out so that the others are useless
This review is very true: if you don't have friends that alreaddy have the game, or are ready to get if you do, it's not worth buying it. But if you have friends to play with it's AWESOME!!
try HAWKEN coming out dec 12th.
1:21 lol almost lost your wheels
It's because someone made that website and gave everyone hope that the game would come back. He accepted donations to help speed the process up, and everyone who played the game came to the website. After he got enough money, he kicked all of the members off the website, shut it down and deleted the domain. So everyone looked stupid for wanting this game back.
Very good review, love the game but your right I need to find a better group online my current one is full of juveniles. At the time I'm writing this my 360 is all ring of death on me but maybe in the future we can play together.
Combas's. Yes you need them, but they arent hard to get, just wait about 5 seconds once you reach them. Not having them isnt the end of the world for you, and if you get separated from your group because of combas' it doesnt mean you will die, since that depends on skill. Commanders are hardly ever used since you only need a visual to kill the enemy, you dont always need an NA maker.
My friend got this for me for my birthday, but that was after they had disabled the servers, so my experience with this game is not good.... :(
if they brought back the servers and balanced the game, that'd be cool... Although it'd be easier to restore balance with a whole new sequel.
Mav is your answer. Check out bombdogstudios.com The spiritual successor CH deserves. Give it a shot.
I've only played the soldier mission but not yet the sniper mission of the demo I downloaded from xbox live. It's a walkover
Wow this looks pretty awsome. Still if the server's are completely down but I can find an alternative
For 10 bucks, this is not a bad game at all. It's one of the few launch titles for the 360 that's actually still being played by many. I have not played Armored Core, so I cannot make any comparison, but Chromehounds can be horribly addicting once you get the hang of it.
Chromehounds 2 will be out eventually, despite how long the first one has been out. You'll have people telling you it's just a rumor. Call Sega and find out for yourself. You may just want to wait for Chromehounds 2.
Ill be dead honest, i think chromehounds is the best mech game ever made besides the original Mechwarrior games. I also really enjoyed the story mode of the game as well but the online was really amazing when it exsited.
Just tried it, can't find the website... I guess it might have been shut down considering your comment is 1 year old, shame... ChromeHounds is by far one of the best games I've ever played, I'd do anything to get the servers back :( I even sold my Xbox 360 after the closure since it was the only game I played :/
i thought he said condoms
@mantoastdotcom sure?
srry for the double post ,but i must say i did enjoy ur choice of music. EVA music nice.
For everyone who wishes they could play Chromehounds online again you will be able to! They are working on a PC version! Go to chromies.org for the official forum where you can find all the information of the development. Thumbs up this so everyone can see.
Escaflowne FTW!
This is an extremely good game! A must-buy.
Another player here. Seriously, check it out. It's shaping up to be BETTER than Chromehounds eventually, with the same kind of superb customization and teamwork gameplay.
I posted that a while ago. I'm sorry to say that the project ended up falling through. so sorry, no PC chromehounds. :( we can all dream for it one day though.
I like the concept of team play vs gundam styled mechs (over powered 1 man killing armys) But at the same time CH mechs are SOOOOO damn slow. In the end I prefer AC its just funner controlling the mech itself. Those online matches get intense.
I sound "young" let's call it that. I'm really 21.
Someone tell 35 year old me that 21 is young.
I want a sequel and that sequel on the PC
i hate how they cancel the server on chromehounds i had so much awesome mechs and a great clan i had alot of stuff i wish they will open it up again
Yes but he's giving you good warning just incase you don't like this sort of stuff. I'd say this review was better than GT's. You got 5 stars from me = ).
its a shame, i used to play it but i never found a good group of people to play it with, so i never got that much into it. I miss giant mech battles!!!!!!
Mech lovers, don't hesitate to get this game for about $10. It's easy to make friends, given you meet the right people. Anybody who plays it anymore happen to be really nice, but are also damn good at the game. The learning curve in this game is steep, just remember not to run an "open cockpit," and don't act like you're invincible. This game is tons of fun once you find out which Role Type you're really good at, then later it becomes addicting ;)
A mech is any walking vehicle controlled by a pilot.
@jamievfx Can't see this being anywhere near the worst game. Sure it had slow pacing, but that was part of its charm. The pilot's skill wasn't a twitch finger like in an FPS, it was in strategy; using the layout of the land to strike from key positions, coordinating with teammates of different RTs to support and complement one another, capturing COMBAS towers to create a better command and communication network and organizing with other players in order to properly compete.
@mantoastdotcom oh no
@psychoticguy2010 yeah I definitely agree. Besides I posted that a long time ago and since then the PC version has actually been scrapped. I guess for now all we can do is hope they put the xbox servers back up. :/
ight man but i don't plan on doing it until i'm in the Illuminati so i wont need help but i would let you tag along for fun lol
yes they are mechs but in the game they call them hounds
I don't like this game but I respect it for promoting team play unlike halo or cod where everyone runs around just trying to be the best on their team without helping anyone
SO i've just bumped into this game and bought it and i'm being told there is no fucking live version O.O ?!
Evangelion soundtrack. ^_^
Giant man-made robots...
i dont now--- maybe just a rumer, but they r sayin dat ubisoft bought the server---- besides does it cost money to have a server up and running?--- they have #2 made just not published, i say put one commercial out and c how much controversy it has on the public.
he didnt "bash" chromehounds, he said its fun as long as you have teammates who arnt douches. he looked okay at the game to me, although he did miss a disproportional amount of his missiles fired...
rainbow mechs are fun to make
All I got was a picture of a house...
he didnt mention code geass.
AS's pwn
This is so cool. too bad I discovered it a few years too late
i mean for example look at startcraft etc they are dinosaurs and they are still up for multiplayer but sadly there is a curse on console games even though the console itself was made for nothing other than games >.>
Maybe u would have more fun if u had less of a noob hound or if u hit the search for mission button instead of the launch mission button. AI is way easier then human.
why cant anyone review this game that actually knows what they are talking about
this game is by far the most superior mech game ever
Console gaming at its worst.... not only do you have to pay to play online, the servers go offline and no way of ever experiencing the game again.
q buen video grandes mechas..peor me quedo con armored core