2008 Screenshot comments & discussion

MarkusRMD · 10-21-2008, 04:00 PM

Please comment on the screenshots in this thread, we'd love to hear what you think!

Here are some temporary direct links, as our main server seems a bit swamped with the traffic.

Bookstore
Forest Trail
Sea plane
Sunset
Downed Plane

FAQ:

Q: What platform was used?
A: PC. The shots were taken in 1080p resolution (using 4xMSAA) and scaled down to 720p for web release. We are only releasing a few shots, and we wanted these to be usable for print purposes as well, therefore the higher resolution. The game looks very good on Xbox360 too but only runs in 720p.

Q: There's cool Depth-of-Field in the Cabin shot, is this real time?
A: That shot is from the Cinematic Trailer. We intend to use DOF effects to enhance storytelling in the in-game cinematics, but (at least at the moment

) it is done as an offline post process. Otherwise that image is fully rendered by the game engine.

Q: Who's that guy in shot X / what's the story in shot Y?
A: Sorry, no story reveals at this point...

Spuuki · 10-21-2008, 04:13 PM

Beautiful screens! Lighting effects are brilliant

Maddieman · 10-21-2008, 05:05 PM

I tried to post this a few minutes ago, but that bookstore screen is flat out stunning. The guy at the back, on the far right looks real!

The rest are incredible too - but I haven't quite taken it all in yet.

Exoskeletor · 10-21-2008, 05:29 PM

im not seeing still a lot of shadows, i can understand that in the forest, if every plan can cast shadows and escpesially in itself.. that wourld require a monster pc but in the bookstore image i dont like at all the way the books look (no shadow) and as i can see everything else has only one shadow from the sun and nothing more.
As always the light it's the best in the game escpecially the flashlight and the daylight as it reflects in the forest, the see and everywhere else, im sure we are going to enjoy it.
In the mining car photo, the atmosphere looks so good. From better to worst my selection is: sunset (as always the best),mining car,downed plane,seaplane,trailer photo,bookstore

Piiska · 10-21-2008, 05:49 PM

Yeah and Alan and his clothes look extremely realistic in the first screen.

Kalle · 10-21-2008, 05:56 PM

Since a High-End PC is much faster than any Xbox360 today and the difference is constantly growing, will it look similar or is the PC graphics on a different level?

Exoskeletor · 10-21-2008, 06:07 PM

i don't think we are going to see a lot of changes in xbox360 for marketing reasons. If everybody see that on the pc runs way better then why buy it on 360? i really hope im wrong in that

bstarter29 · 10-21-2008, 06:21 PM

Wow! Screens are amazing. I was expecting just screens from the trailer. Glad to see we got a bonus here.

Already got the Sunset as my desktop.

Zime · 10-21-2008, 06:27 PM

Absolutely stunning. To say the least. Keep up the extremely good work at Remedy guys!

HuGi · 10-21-2008, 06:32 PM

OMG AWESOME!

The game will be so good on Pc as on Xbox 360 , but pc version 1080p and Xbox only 720p ... is that right?

No porb with that , my screen only does 1440:900

Dennis · 10-21-2008, 06:33 PM

Hey Markus is the second screen from a gameplay scene?

[HP] · 10-21-2008, 06:34 PM

http://download.remedygames.com/scre...store_720p.jpg

This shot is really nice, i really like the slight bloom effect.
The autumn vegetation outside is good, although, and correct me if I'm wrong, you guys still don't have subsurface scattering in the leaves, do you? Because the shadows on the vegetation look a bit dark.

http://download.remedygames.com/scre...g_car_720p.jpg

This gotta be on of the best shot's I've seen so far, when It comes to creepy mood and eerie environment.
The fog is really well done, and the vegetation is lovely! I love all the texturing work on this screenshot!

http://download.remedygames.com/scre...unset_720p.jpg
Not really much to comment on this shot, apart from the low res leaf on the lower left corner.

Very nice job averall guys!

I can't wait for this.

MarkusRMD · 10-21-2008, 06:34 PM

Dennis: yea.

Dennis · 10-21-2008, 06:46 PM

So I have to say best looking game I have ever seen so far. Also the story will be awesome like hell.

Insomniac · 10-21-2008, 06:47 PM

The screenshots are complete perfection. I really do think that we are not that far away from getting this game. Thank you Remedy.

Dennis · 10-21-2008, 06:48 PM

So Remedy for your next game you really should employ me

shwhjw · 10-21-2008, 06:55 PM

I want to say something original, but everyone's said everything i can think of! hang on...

The new trailer & site has fed me. I'm full. I dont think i'll need anything else for a while.

Awesome. All i can say.

Austruck · 10-21-2008, 07:16 PM

My only (nitpicky) question: In the bookstore shot, on the table in front of Alan, is that a copy of one of his books? If so, why does the binding seem to be on the wrong edge (right side instead of left)? Or am I missing something?

I agree that the guy behind Alan in the background looks amazingly real! Great shots!

Maddieman · 10-21-2008, 07:29 PM

That's a very good question.

Also, can anyone figure out what the title of Alan's book is? So close, yet not quite legible enough.

Quote:

The autumn vegetation outside is good, although, and correct me if I'm wrong, you guys still don't have subsurface scattering in the leaves, do you? Because the shadows on the vegetation look a bit dark.

Hard to say if the sun is shining on those leaves (the bright ones) or through them. But I think if they had some kind of SSS working, it would be more noticable on the characters' skin. I can't really tell as I don't know how it's done/faked in realtime rendering (i.e. video game) situations. But it looks like there's some amazing texture & shader work going on with the clothes.

shwhjw · 10-21-2008, 07:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Austruck

My only (nitpicky)why does the binding seem to be on the wrong edge

well spotted. Maybe it's a deliberate mistake to make it stick in your mind. Remedy may have done their homework on how to get you mentally involved

Zhinarkos · 10-21-2008, 08:21 PM

Tryed to edit it a bit to get a clearer view, helped a bit. Still blurry.. Looks like LUT something and the H, can't be sure. First letter could be E too.

Kahr · 10-21-2008, 08:34 PM

Really amazing screens. I especially like the forest screenshot. Really gives you the feeling of just how scary the game is going to feel at times. Running aorund in the middle of a forest with a flashlight as your only light source? That is going to shoot shivers down my spine for sure.

remade · 10-21-2008, 08:42 PM

Very stunning screens,indeed.

RTsa · 10-21-2008, 08:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MarkusRMD

Dennis: yea.

Oh I sure hope Alan Wake doesn't have a HUD. That'd make it look so good.

AnttiApina · 10-21-2008, 09:13 PM

I'm pretty sure the book is called "Alan Wake". The bookstore had these posters on the wall that look exactly same as the one on the table and the one in the trailer (cardboard cut-out Wake).

But why is the book called Alan Wake? Yes... I know the game is based on this book he writed, but the only thing that is pretty weard is the books name. Seriously: If I would be Stephen King, would I write a book called Stephen King?

Wisheri · 10-21-2008, 09:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AnttiApina

I'm pretty sure the book is called "Alan Wake". The bookstore had these posters on the wall that look exactly same as the one on the table and the one in the trailer (cardboard cut-out Wake).

But why is the book called Alan Wake? Yes... I know the game is based on this book he writed, but the only thing that is pretty weard is the books name. Seriously: If I would be Stephen King, would I write a book called Stephen King?

There is some text beneath the Alan Wake text but it is too small for me..

StonecoldMC · 10-21-2008, 09:36 PM

Finally. Have to say thanks Remedy, it was worth it.

Those new screenshots look stunning and the attention to detail is superb (I still cant believe the game is Open World, it is isnt it?) now all we need is a Release Date, although I cant see us getting that this year, though we do live in hope.

Im away to watch the trailer again.

crazyeyezkillah · 10-21-2008, 10:02 PM

Really nice shots, everything is looking MUCH better than the old screens but why all the bloom!? FAR too much in my opinion.

HuGi · 10-21-2008, 10:18 PM

I think they have much work to do , game is amazing and best graphics i have ever seen so far but it´s not done yet so

Kitt · 10-21-2008, 10:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bstarter29

Already got the Sunset as my desktop.

Ha ha, me too.

Markus, these look bloody brilliant! And that forest, looks scary..

I'm just.. in awe right now.. I love these pictures. If I can manage to pick my jaw up off the floor and get my brain moving again, I'll try and find something I don't like. Chances are slim though!

Paul-Hewson · 10-21-2008, 10:43 PM

Detailed environment (and not with lots of 2D stuff for once..), nice light & shadows effects.

The screenshots prove us the little missing emotion on Alan's face. (not bad.. but not very good too

)

But well.. i valid this version as gold. Ready for release to get it under the tree for christmas

ancient · 10-21-2008, 10:45 PM

[The bookstore]:
* Looks good

* The books themselves (at least on the front desk) need more details if we're to claim the movie-like realism. He's a writer after all! Let's respect his profession

* The guy in the background on the right looks photo-realistic.

Other screens are OK, though Alan's look in the downed plane scene is a little bit awkward.

My favorites: The Bookstore and the Sea plane (that is still flying

)

Avto · 10-21-2008, 10:50 PM

I think some of them could use a little less editing. Even though I think there is ton of work to be done, now don't get me wrong I think they are okay, but they pale in comparison with Crysis, Uncharted and Far Cry 2.

ancient · 10-21-2008, 11:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Maddieman

Also, can anyone figure out what the title of Alan's book is?

I think the title is anticlimactic - "Alan Wake"

His book is visually very similar to the covers in the Bookstore screenshot.

nbnt · 10-21-2008, 11:12 PM

i have one question ... is the xbox 360 version looks as good as these screenshots ?

Maddieman · 10-21-2008, 11:30 PM

Quote:

But why is the book called Alan Wake? Yes... I know the game is based on this book he writed, but the only thing that is pretty weard is the books name. Seriously: If I would be Stephen King, would I write a book called Stephen King?

Looking at some of the Stephen King books I've got here, his name appears much larger than the titles of the novels themselves. Otherwise... it's an autobiography?

Quote:

His book is visually very similar to the covers in the Bookstore screenshot.

I agree - it's blury but I'm sure it's meant to be the same book. I meant the text underneath 'Alan Wake', which I assumed was the title. Thinking about it, it probably just says "A Psychological Action Thriller"

HuGi · 10-22-2008, 12:16 AM

So Xbox 360 version is very good too but so good as Pc version?are the differences small that human eye can´t see their or theirs a big diferences?

Btw , 720p is geat for a console , on consoles is rare games ate 1080p !

So is Xbox version so good as that screens?i hope so.

Fix the animations and the human people on game , they are not bad but comparing with the scenary and Alan etc , they "suck"

AwAke4Alan · 10-22-2008, 01:07 AM

Beautiful looking screenshots.

Valhalla · 10-22-2008, 02:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Avto

I think some of them could use a little less editing. Even though I think there is ton of work to be done, now don't get me wrong I think they are okay, but they pale in comparison with Crysis, Uncharted and Far Cry 2.

They are worse than crysis?

sdrawkcab · 10-22-2008, 02:51 AM

The lighting is by far the best I've seen in any game to date. It's amazing.

In the book store...the book on the table looks like it's floating. There's no shadow to add depth. However...for the game, I doubt we'll be standing in the bookstore, looking at that book for the entire game...therefore...I do not care about that measily book that's floating. The rest of the screen and the others look spectacular. Great job guys! Remedy kicks all other game dev's asses!

10-21-2008, 04:00 PM	#1
MarkusRMD Remedy	2008 Screenshot comments & discussion Please comment on the screenshots in this thread, we'd love to hear what you think! Here are some temporary direct links, as our main server seems a bit swamped with the traffic. Bookstore Forest Trail Sea plane Sunset Downed Plane FAQ: Q: What platform was used? A: PC. The shots were taken in 1080p resolution (using 4xMSAA) and scaled down to 720p for web release. We are only releasing a few shots, and we wanted these to be usable for print purposes as well, therefore the higher resolution. The game looks very good on Xbox360 too but only runs in 720p. Q: There's cool Depth-of-Field in the Cabin shot, is this real time? A: That shot is from the Cinematic Trailer. We intend to use DOF effects to enhance storytelling in the in-game cinematics, but (at least at the moment ) it is done as an offline post process. Otherwise that image is fully rendered by the game engine. Q: Who's that guy in shot X / what's the story in shot Y? A: Sorry, no story reveals at this point... Last edited by MarkusRMD; 10-21-2008 at 05:02 PM.

10-21-2008, 06:34 PM	#13
MarkusRMD Remedy	Re: 2008 Screenshot comments & discussion Dennis: yea.

10-21-2008, 08:34 PM	#22
Kahr Super Moderator	Re: 2008 Screenshot comments & discussion Really amazing screens. I especially like the forest screenshot. Really gives you the feeling of just how scary the game is going to feel at times. Running aorund in the middle of a forest with a flashlight as your only light source? That is going to shoot shivers down my spine for sure. __________________ "What love I ever had for life, should find its place here- Locked within a cancred cell, beset by madmen, chained to hell."

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Spuuki	Re: 2008 Screenshot comments & discussion Beautiful screens! Lighting effects are brilliant

10-21-2008, 05:05 PM	#3
Maddieman	Re: 2008 Screenshot comments & discussion I tried to post this a few minutes ago, but that bookstore screen is flat out stunning. The guy at the back, on the far right looks real! The rest are incredible too - but I haven't quite taken it all in yet.

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Exoskeletor	Re: 2008 Screenshot comments & discussion im not seeing still a lot of shadows, i can understand that in the forest, if every plan can cast shadows and escpesially in itself.. that wourld require a monster pc but in the bookstore image i dont like at all the way the books look (no shadow) and as i can see everything else has only one shadow from the sun and nothing more. As always the light it's the best in the game escpecially the flashlight and the daylight as it reflects in the forest, the see and everywhere else, im sure we are going to enjoy it. In the mining car photo, the atmosphere looks so good. From better to worst my selection is: sunset (as always the best),mining car,downed plane,seaplane,trailer photo,bookstore __________________ Live And Let Die My Windows 7 Review: http://www.cdrinfo.com/Sections/Revi...rticleId=25284 Last edited by Exoskeletor; 10-21-2008 at 06:06 PM.

10-21-2008, 05:49 PM	#5
Piiska	Re: 2008 Screenshot comments & discussion Yeah and Alan and his clothes look extremely realistic in the first screen.

10-21-2008, 05:56 PM	#6
Kalle	Re: 2008 Screenshot comments & discussion Since a High-End PC is much faster than any Xbox360 today and the difference is constantly growing, will it look similar or is the PC graphics on a different level?

10-21-2008, 06:07 PM	#7
Exoskeletor	Re: 2008 Screenshot comments & discussion i don't think we are going to see a lot of changes in xbox360 for marketing reasons. If everybody see that on the pc runs way better then why buy it on 360? i really hope im wrong in that __________________ Live And Let Die My Windows 7 Review: http://www.cdrinfo.com/Sections/Revi...rticleId=25284

10-21-2008, 06:21 PM	#8
bstarter29	Re: 2008 Screenshot comments & discussion Wow! Screens are amazing. I was expecting just screens from the trailer. Glad to see we got a bonus here. Already got the Sunset as my desktop.

10-21-2008, 06:27 PM	#9
Zime	Re: 2008 Screenshot comments & discussion Absolutely stunning. To say the least. Keep up the extremely good work at Remedy guys! __________________ "Life isn't the days that have passed, but the days you remember."

10-21-2008, 06:32 PM	#10
HuGi	Re: 2008 Screenshot comments & discussion OMG AWESOME! The game will be so good on Pc as on Xbox 360 , but pc version 1080p and Xbox only 720p ... is that right? No porb with that , my screen only does 1440:900 __________________ Alan Wake will bE The Best

10-21-2008, 06:33 PM	#11
Dennis	Re: 2008 Screenshot comments & discussion Hey Markus is the second screen from a gameplay scene?

10-21-2008, 06:34 PM	#12
[HP]	Re: 2008 Screenshot comments & discussion http://download.remedygames.com/scre...store_720p.jpg This shot is really nice, i really like the slight bloom effect. The autumn vegetation outside is good, although, and correct me if I'm wrong, you guys still don't have subsurface scattering in the leaves, do you? Because the shadows on the vegetation look a bit dark. http://download.remedygames.com/scre...g_car_720p.jpg This gotta be on of the best shot's I've seen so far, when It comes to creepy mood and eerie environment. The fog is really well done, and the vegetation is lovely! I love all the texturing work on this screenshot! http://download.remedygames.com/scre...unset_720p.jpg Not really much to comment on this shot, apart from the low res leaf on the lower left corner. Very nice job averall guys! I can't wait for this. __________________ Hélder Pinto Portfolio ~ Blog

10-21-2008, 06:46 PM	#14
Dennis	Re: 2008 Screenshot comments & discussion So I have to say best looking game I have ever seen so far. Also the story will be awesome like hell.

10-21-2008, 06:47 PM	#15
Insomniac	Re: 2008 Screenshot comments & discussion The screenshots are complete perfection. I really do think that we are not that far away from getting this game. Thank you Remedy.

10-21-2008, 06:48 PM	#16
Dennis	Re: 2008 Screenshot comments & discussion So Remedy for your next game you really should employ me

10-21-2008, 06:55 PM	#17
shwhjw	Re: 2008 Screenshot comments & discussion I want to say something original, but everyone's said everything i can think of! hang on... The new trailer & site has fed me. I'm full. I dont think i'll need anything else for a while. Awesome. All i can say. Last edited by shwhjw; 10-21-2008 at 06:59 PM.

10-21-2008, 07:16 PM	#18
Austruck	Re: 2008 Screenshot comments & discussion My only (nitpicky) question: In the bookstore shot, on the table in front of Alan, is that a copy of one of his books? If so, why does the binding seem to be on the wrong edge (right side instead of left)? Or am I missing something? I agree that the guy behind Alan in the background looks amazingly real! Great shots!

10-21-2008, 08:21 PM	#21
Zhinarkos	Re: 2008 Screenshot comments & discussion Tryed to edit it a bit to get a clearer view, helped a bit. Still blurry.. Looks like LUT something and the H, can't be sure. First letter could be E too. __________________ We are what we choose to be, not what we want to be

10-21-2008, 08:42 PM	#23
remade	Re: 2008 Screenshot comments & discussion Very stunning screens,indeed. __________________ Bright Falls: There must be some kind of way out of here.

10-21-2008, 09:13 PM	#25
AnttiApina	Re: 2008 Screenshot comments & discussion I'm pretty sure the book is called "Alan Wake". The bookstore had these posters on the wall that look exactly same as the one on the table and the one in the trailer (cardboard cut-out Wake). But why is the book called Alan Wake? Yes... I know the game is based on this book he writed, but the only thing that is pretty weard is the books name. Seriously: If I would be Stephen King, would I write a book called Stephen King?

10-21-2008, 09:36 PM	#27
StonecoldMC	Re: 2008 Screenshot comments & discussion Finally. Have to say thanks Remedy, it was worth it. Those new screenshots look stunning and the attention to detail is superb (I still cant believe the game is Open World, it is isnt it?) now all we need is a Release Date, although I cant see us getting that this year, though we do live in hope. Im away to watch the trailer again.

10-21-2008, 10:02 PM	#28
crazyeyezkillah	Re: 2008 Screenshot comments & discussion Really nice shots, everything is looking MUCH better than the old screens but why all the bloom!? FAR too much in my opinion.

10-21-2008, 10:18 PM	#29
HuGi	Re: 2008 Screenshot comments & discussion I think they have much work to do , game is amazing and best graphics i have ever seen so far but it´s not done yet so __________________ Alan Wake will bE The Best

10-21-2008, 10:43 PM	#31
Paul-Hewson	Re: 2008 Screenshot comments & discussion Detailed environment (and not with lots of 2D stuff for once..), nice light & shadows effects. The screenshots prove us the little missing emotion on Alan's face. (not bad.. but not very good too ) But well.. i valid this version as gold. Ready for release to get it under the tree for christmas

10-21-2008, 10:45 PM	#32
ancient	Re: 2008 Screenshot comments & discussion [The bookstore]: * Looks good * The books themselves (at least on the front desk) need more details if we're to claim the movie-like realism. He's a writer after all! Let's respect his profession * The guy in the background on the right looks photo-realistic. Other screens are OK, though Alan's look in the downed plane scene is a little bit awkward. My favorites: The Bookstore and the Sea plane (that is still flying )

10-21-2008, 10:50 PM	#33
Avto	Re: 2008 Screenshot comments & discussion I think some of them could use a little less editing. Even though I think there is ton of work to be done, now don't get me wrong I think they are okay, but they pale in comparison with Crysis, Uncharted and Far Cry 2.

10-21-2008, 11:12 PM	#35
nbnt	Re: 2008 Screenshot comments & discussion i have one question ... is the xbox 360 version looks as good as these screenshots ?

10-22-2008, 12:16 AM	#37
HuGi	Re: 2008 Screenshot comments & discussion So Xbox 360 version is very good too but so good as Pc version?are the differences small that human eye can´t see their or theirs a big diferences? Btw , 720p is geat for a console , on consoles is rare games ate 1080p ! So is Xbox version so good as that screens?i hope so. Fix the animations and the human people on game , they are not bad but comparing with the scenary and Alan etc , they "suck" __________________ Alan Wake will bE The Best

10-22-2008, 01:07 AM	#38
AwAke4Alan	Re: 2008 Screenshot comments & discussion Beautiful looking screenshots. __________________ ALAN WAKE + Maxabeam = Hood Dude pwnage.

10-22-2008, 02:51 AM	#40
sdrawkcab	Re: 2008 Screenshot comments & discussion The lighting is by far the best I've seen in any game to date. It's amazing. In the book store...the book on the table looks like it's floating. There's no shadow to add depth. However...for the game, I doubt we'll be standing in the bookstore, looking at that book for the entire game...therefore...I do not care about that measily book that's floating. The rest of the screen and the others look spectacular. Great job guys! Remedy kicks all other game dev's asses!