ShawMan5081 Posted January 2, 2014 Share Posted January 2, 2014 On the gladiator stage after you chop off Commodus' head, Marius looks at the timid emperor and proclaims "I AM DAMOCLES" and while holding the blooded head of his son yells out "YOU ARE NEXT!" How bad ass was that?!? I got goosebumps watching this unfold and wondered if anyone else felt the same way? I put this as one of my favorite moments in video game history. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maskofskin Posted January 2, 2014 Share Posted January 2, 2014 Yeah that part was pretty cool. I really enjoyed the story. I'd love to see some single player DLC but not sure how they'd do it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lavindathar Posted January 3, 2014 Share Posted January 3, 2014 Was a very, very cool moment lol. However, due to the overall averageness of the game, and the poor story that only got going once you got to Chapter 6 and the vengeance plotline, it can't get ranked that highly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShawMan5081 Posted January 3, 2014 Author Share Posted January 3, 2014 Was a very, very cool moment lol. However, due to the overall averageness of the game, and the poor story that only got going once you got to Chapter 6 and the vengeance plotline, it can't get ranked that highly I have to admit I am a sucker for vengeance story lines and felt they did a great job with this storyline. Sure it started off slow, but I felt like I was figuring out the controls more at the beginning and satisfied enough with the combat to where I was hooked when the story finally started coming around. Despite the critics, I know I'll be picking this game up again in the future. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TerraCottaGamer Posted January 3, 2014 Share Posted January 3, 2014 Amazing moment. Amazing game. I read one critic that called the storyline tired and overused. And, I get that there have been movies that follow the basic plot of vengeance towards once revered leaders - most notably gladiator. And, maybe a few games. But, for the life of me, I do not every remember playing or even hearing about a gladiator style game set in ancient Rome. Moreover the twist on this game was the whole Damocles thing which was awesome. As far as I am concerned, this story was not only original but also highly entertaining and one of the best story modes I have every played. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShawMan5081 Posted January 3, 2014 Author Share Posted January 3, 2014 Amazing moment. Amazing game. I read one critic that called the storyline tired and overused. And, I get that there have been movies that follow the basic plot of vengeance towards once revered leaders - most notably gladiator. And, maybe a few games. But, for the life of me, I do not every remember playing or even hearing about a gladiator style game set in ancient Rome. Moreover the twist on this game was the whole Damocles thing which was awesome. As far as I am concerned, this story was not only original but also highly entertaining and one of the best story modes I have every played. Exactly! I found it fun playing out a pissed off roman/gladiator slaughtering everyone in sight. I understand the repititiveness and linear aspect of the game bothering people and it's not for everyone especially if you don't care about the storyline I games. But for me, the story is always important and a big reason I loved Last of Us. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZzZCrossyZzZ Posted January 3, 2014 Share Posted January 3, 2014 I enjoyed the story, it was exactly what I wanted from it and even had a few surprises. Any single player DLC would be brilliant, they could possibly do a side story from the point of view of Vitallion during the campaign? Or even do a Damocles prequel DLC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TerraCottaGamer Posted January 3, 2014 Share Posted January 3, 2014 @shawman5081 I agree. Another reviewer complained that the game was not open world which I don't understand in the least bit. Not every game has to be open world. This story was great plus the combat system was strong. Thats all you need. @zzzcrossyzzz Two strong ideas. I had not thought about either of those when thinking about DLC possibilities. I will tell you this....any DLC including a couple hundred achievements points to get I will definitely buy. I would love to see either of your ideas brought to fruition but in particular the Vitallion idea seems like a good one. Though that could be a strong way to go for Ryse: Son of Rome 2 (that would be awesome). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JT Gregory Posted January 7, 2014 Share Posted January 7, 2014 I completely agree that moment in the game was epic!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colmarr Posted January 11, 2014 Share Posted January 11, 2014 I think the final cutscene was even better. After the awesomely implausible extended QTE in the palace, now that's a way to finish off a revenge story! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lavindathar Posted January 11, 2014 Share Posted January 11, 2014 I thought the final 'execution' was a Bit too OTT and ruined the cool scene walking up to it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smoke Maze Posted January 12, 2014 Share Posted January 12, 2014 I think the final cutscene was even better. After the awesomely implausible extended QTE in the palace, now that's a way to finish off a revenge story! I concur with this statement. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Duke of Darkness Posted June 16, 2014 Share Posted June 16, 2014 Amazing moment. Amazing game. I read one critic that called the storyline tired and overused. And, I get that there have been movies that follow the basic plot of vengeance towards once revered leaders - most notably gladiator. And, maybe a few games. But, for the life of me, I do not every remember playing or even hearing about a gladiator style game set in ancient Rome. Moreover the twist on this game was the whole Damocles thing which was awesome. As far as I am concerned, this story was not only original but also highly entertaining and one of the best story modes I have every played. I know old thread but there's a ps2 game called Shadow of Rome released in early 2005. I like Ryse but the gameplay/combat in SoR puts it to shame, it's embarrassing really. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xylose Kepeli Posted June 16, 2014 Share Posted June 16, 2014 I know old thread but there's a ps2 game called Shadow of Rome released in early 2005. I like Ryse but the gameplay/combat in SoR puts it to shame, it's embarrassing really. Ahh, but the graphics and brutal executions don't! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Duke of Darkness Posted June 16, 2014 Share Posted June 16, 2014 Ahh, but the graphics and brutal executions don't! Shadow of Rome is way more brutal than Ryse. With blunt weapons you can break enemies arms and smash their head to pieces. With sharp weapons you can chop arms and heads off then use them as weapons, all of this within the gameplay which affects how enemies behave/fight not just a flashy repetitive QTE. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FullMoonBeaver Posted June 22, 2014 Share Posted June 22, 2014 I love Ryse. I am having loads of fun with it, and hack and slash combat games have always had a special place for me. Its simple to pick up and play, but harder to master. Timing is key to combat. Visually stunning too. Gonna have a blast with the dlc when my mate gets gold. But level 200? Seriously, that sucks. Not too many people will ever get the 1750g. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Duke of Darkness Posted June 24, 2014 Share Posted June 24, 2014 I love Ryse. I am having loads of fun with it, and hack and slash combat games have always had a special place for me. Its simple to pick up and play, but harder to master. Timing is key to combat. Visually stunning too. Gonna have a blast with the dlc when my mate gets gold. But level 200? Seriously, that sucks. Not too many people will ever get the 1750g. It's easy I just started and completed all the dlc today. I was level 120 before starting now I'm 215 I think. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SUPER WHITEMANx Posted June 27, 2014 Share Posted June 27, 2014 Epic moment for sure. One of many in Ryse. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaleoRex Posted December 21, 2014 Share Posted December 21, 2014 Twas awesome Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HalfEVILmonkey Posted February 17, 2015 Share Posted February 17, 2015 This game was awesome. I enjoyed it very much. Not sure why the critics panned it. It is a solid 7 or 8 out of 10. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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