WSC Real 2011

[ferret]

The next incarnation is about to be released and again the developers Dark Energy Digital Ltd (formerly Blade Interactive) have chosen TSF to be their official forum provider.

The official release date will be April 1st

More news on this coming soon via the blog.

[The_Welsh_Potting_Machine]

Learn something new every day I hope this new creation from former Blade Interactive can produce the goods in this game!

[Cossie]

WSC Real 2011

Release date April 1st!!!!!!

[PatBlock]

So it's the same bunch under a different name then, *sighs*, oh dear. I was hoping for a new developer with a fresh outlook, but I guess it's just going to be more of the same.

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[ferret]

Not really these are the key features they have concentrated on for WSC Real11:

- Greater accesibility. This means lightning quick loading times, a simple
and slick front end and quick reference guides for all the controls. We've
also unified the controls into one simple stage, so you can set ever up
power, spin and cue angle quickly and easily and then take your shot with a
single press of a button

- All new K4 physics engine which is 100% pixel perfect and models all the
spin, slide and bite you would expect in real life. You can scrutinise this
in the new super-slow-motion replays from any angle - examine the ball
behaviour right up close and watch balls rattle in the pockets in
bullet-time. You can even run the replays in reverse. This is a super sexy
new feature, so keep an eye out for the debut trailer.

- Save the entire match to memory to watch replays of every shot over and
over again and highlight your favourites to show off to friends

- New 'Rewind' feature allows you to jump back in time to any previous shot
and continue the match from that point (limited to two Rewind's per match,
single player only)

- All new online tournaments allow you to compete in a full tournament
structure against other players around the world

[PatBlock]

Well I take back what I said, sounds like they've given it a well needed make-over, and addressed some of the issues that used to really annoy me.

Improved accessibility: I really hope so, the amount of button pressing, 'LOADING....', and pointless animation you had to sit through just to get to your next match, ARRRGH!

Being able to save and replay entire games is a great feature, and it's bound to improve the game's profile and popularity, with people being able to put their games up on youtube and such.

So fingers crossed, and Roll on April 1st.

Hang on, this isn't some sort of cruel April fools day joke is it?

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[Kev85]

Wsc real 11

Been a snooker fan I'am really looking forward to this game, Buy it every year so looking forward to see what changes have been made.

Link removed - I will give you the benefit of the doubt this time but I suggest you read our forum rules especially the parts that refer to spam.

Glad to be apart of this site

[DarkEnergy]

WSC Real 11

Well I take back what I said, sounds like they've given it a well needed make-over, and addressed some of the issues that used to really annoy me.

Improved accessibility: I really hope so, the amount of button pressing, 'LOADING....', and pointless animation you had to sit through just to get to your next match, ARRRGH!

Being able to save and replay entire games is a great feature, and it's bound to improve the game's profile and popularity, with people being able to put their games up on youtube and such.

So fingers crossed, and Roll on April 1st.

Hang on, this isn't some sort of cruel April fools day joke is it?

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That's exactly what we've focused on. The button pressing is much reduced, the new controls are much more stream lined. You can line up the shot using the left stick, set the power with the right stick, set spin and cue angle with LB + Right stick and RB + right stick all without having to change modes or move through to another stage. Then you just take the shot.

Loading times are now super fast and the menus are streamlined and simple - as soon as you've selected your game mode we just take you straight into the action.

The new physics and the bullet time replays are beautiful - think you'll be really impressed. You can literally examine how a ball rattles in a pocket in super slow motion and position the camera right up close - under that kind of scrutiny you can really see how the physics are 100% spot on with the new K4 system.

Being able to store all the shots of a match as replays and tag your favourites is great because you can share the ball-physics-porn with others

Oh and the new online tournaments are great for those of us who like to play online - it's nice to be able to compete in a full tournament structure against real people.

If anyone has any questions about the game don't hesitate to ask

[cookiemonsta 75]

I was a massive fan of the previous games I'm just hoping they have sorted out the trueskill online leader boards and what happens with the pullers
I lost a true skill point winning a match 2-1 ...makes no sense and everyone I have spoke to online has no idea how thus true skill works !!! A games life span nowadays relies on the online content really hope they have addressed the pulling issue as today's Internet connections I never lose connection as everyone I have spoke to wants this matter dealt with there's nothing more irritating than winning a frame only to be pulled on !
Hope it's more realistic regarding being able to pot any ball from any where this take 's all the skill out the game ... The best snooker game was wcs 2005 no black spot when making a 147 was hard I'm sick of doing them on 2009 there is a strong online community that love snooker hope it's not a disappointment like the previous game that was a polished version of 2007 ... Sorry to have a rant but when you put loads of time into a game you expect them to sort out the games floors and listen to all the people who actually play the game!! Hope they've sorted out the pool side of the game too ... All the English pool stars playing American 8ball !!! Where the English rules for an english games .. Lmao .... Don't get me started on the miss rule
Dropped from 2nd in the world to 7th by winning games 2-1 .... No point playing if you get pulled on

Really hope it's not just a polished ready for hd copy of 2009 which I bet it is
Started playing 2009 again on Xbox 360
Cookiemonsta75 if anyone fancies a game

[cookiemonsta 75]

I was a massive fan of the previous games I'm just hoping they have sorted out the trueskill online leader boards and what happens with the pullers
I lost a true skill point winning a match 2-1 ...makes no sense and everyone I have spoke to online has no idea how thus true skill works !!! A games life span nowadays relies on the online content really hope they have addressed the pulling issue as today's Internet connections I never lose connection as everyone I have spoke to wants this matter dealt with there's nothing more irritating than winning a frame only to be pulled on !
Hope it's more realistic regarding being able to pot any ball from any where this take 's all the skill out the game ... The best snooker game was wcs 2005 no black spot when making a 147 was hard I'm sick of doing them on 2009 there is a strong online community that love snooker hope it's not a disappointment like the previous game that was a polished version of 2007 ... Sorry to have a rant but when you put loads of time into a game you expect them to sort out the games floors and listen to all the people who actually play the game!! Hope they've sorted out the pool side of the game too ... All the English pool stars playing American 8ball !!! Where the English rules for an english games .. Lmao .... Don't get me started on the miss rule
Dropped from 2nd in the world to 7th by winning games 2-1 .... No point playing if you get pulled on

Really hope it's not just a polished ready for hd copy of 2009 which I bet it is
Started playing 2009 again on Xbox 360
Cookiemonsta75 if anyone fancies a game

just realized blade interactive went bust...then bought rights of administrators and set up dark energy. i bet my life this is a carbon copy of 2009 with a few new features not fixing any of the later games problems just tarting the graphics any .trying to make a quick buck its really sad to see other games really improving year after year (fifa) (tigerwoods) for example
another failure from what i have seen of the screen shots its looks the same just change arrows into coloured bars!!! least we will be able to rewind to see how crippled the players look with there cues through there hands lmao
have spoke to dark energy on twitter and there really quick to respond regarding the new features but as soon as you question the majour flaws of the last game has they go all quite .....plus they hav just put a link it will be £29 ...........we all know game that come out for under £30 are like (alarm bells are ringing at this stage) but the sad thing is i wil still buy the game becuase of my love for snooker and playing the previous games hoping they have improved from the last i really hope that will be true this time !!! but going on 2007/2009 im not holding my breath

[DarkEnergy]

just realized blade interactive went bust...then bought rights of administrators and set up dark energy. i bet my life this is a carbon copy of 2009 with a few new features not fixing any of the later games problems just tarting the graphics any .trying to make a quick buck its really sad to see other games really improving year after year (fifa) (tigerwoods) for example
another failure from what i have seen of the screen shots its looks the same just change arrows into coloured bars!!! least we will be able to rewind to see how crippled the players look with there cues through there hands lmao
have spoke to dark energy on twitter and there really quick to respond regarding the new features but as soon as you question the majour flaws of the last game has they go all quite .....plus they hav just put a link it will be £29 ...........we all know game that come out for under £30 are like (alarm bells are ringing at this stage) but the sad thing is i wil still buy the game becuase of my love for snooker and playing the previous games hoping they have improved from the last i really hope that will be true this time !!! but going on 2007/2009 im not holding my breath

Relax dude! Rest assured we certainly have not merely updated the graphics, we've spent a huge amount of time improving the game. Yes we have put in code to ensure people cannot cheat in online play. Once again, here are the main NEW features and enhancements:

- Super fast loading time
- Overhauled control system designed for simplicity and accessibility
- All new pixel-perfect physics engine
- Super-slow-motion replay system
- Control the replay cameras to examine up close from any angle
- Watch replays in reverse (you control the speed with the analogue triggers)
- Store every shot in the match to enjoy again and tag your favourites
- Flash back to retake any previous shot in the match and continue from that point (limited to two flash backs per match)
- All new online tournaments
- Massively imrpvoed character create
- Improved interfaces and ball nomination system throughout

I could go on! This is a comprehensive new version with killer new features and a serious focus on gameplay improvements.

have a good weekend

[cookiemonsta 75]

Sweeeeeeet really hope its as good as it sounds
What about the true skill ?? Just an explanation how it works would be great
Sorry if I got all depressed about this game just that I'm so passionate about it as you can tell ... Lol

[zimrahil]

Relax dude! Rest assured we certainly have not merely updated the graphics, we've spent a huge amount of time improving the game. Yes we have put in code to ensure people cannot cheat in online play. Once again, here are the main NEW features and enhancements:

- Super fast loading time
- Overhauled control system designed for simplicity and accessibility
- All new pixel-perfect physics engine
- Super-slow-motion replay system
- Control the replay cameras to examine up close from any angle
- Watch replays in reverse (you control the speed with the analogue triggers)
- Store every shot in the match to enjoy again and tag your favourites
- Flash back to retake any previous shot in the match and continue from that point (limited to two flash backs per match)
- All new online tournaments
- Massively imrpvoed character create
- Improved interfaces and ball nomination system throughout

I could go on! This is a comprehensive new version with killer new features and a serious focus on gameplay improvements.

have a good weekend

I wish you all the very best. However like previous poster your best version was 6 years ago and wonder if you will answer these pressing questions?

• Will characters use rest in appropriate situations like they did in WSC2005. In last 2 iterations they play shots almost at right angles to body position, looked very unrealistic?

• When AI needs snookers will they stop potting a red unless they can go for high valued colours. Previously for example with a snooker needed and one red left on table, AI would pot last red, then concede. Never understood the logic?

• Will AI finally have difficulty levels? I appreciate the players themselves all play to different standards but can 'the overall' standard of the players as a whole be raised or lowered. Good players find playing lower ranked AI a waste of time as they never give a good challenge?

• Will all licenced players now play with correct handedness. In previous versions, off top of my head, Mark King played right handed, Holt played left handed, Greene played right handed. Licenced players surely must play with correct handedness for any sense of realism?

• Will aiming arrows on hardest level be like in WSC2005. I.e. very short and challenging for skilled players. Players who find this difficultly level too hard simply need to play at lower skill level to suit their needs. I found in last game, even on hardest level I couldn't miss a ball

You have mentioned gameplay improvements, all the above are examples of these. I await with interest your response, if any


Good luck with game

[The_Welsh_Potting_Machine]

Relax dude! Rest assured we certainly have not merely updated the graphics, we've spent a huge amount of time improving the game. Yes we have put in code to ensure people cannot cheat in online play. Once again, here are the main NEW features and enhancements:

- Super fast loading time
- Overhauled control system designed for simplicity and accessibility
- All new pixel-perfect physics engine
- Super-slow-motion replay system
- Control the replay cameras to examine up close from any angle
- Watch replays in reverse (you control the speed with the analogue triggers)
- Store every shot in the match to enjoy again and tag your favourites
- Flash back to retake any previous shot in the match and continue from that point (limited to two flash backs per match)
- All new online tournaments
- Massively imrpvoed character create
- Improved interfaces and ball nomination system throughout

I could go on! This is a comprehensive new version with killer new features and a serious focus on gameplay improvements.

have a good weekend

Looks very good so far!!

A Couple of Questions.

1. When Will The Trailer For The Game Be Available?
2. All New Commentary and By Who? Has The Ref Voice Been replaced?
3. Has The Audio FX Been Changed in the game also?

Cheers

Rob

[PatBlock]

TBH, I'm not really that bothered about things like super bullet time slo-mo replays, and watching shots in reverse, all sounds a bit gimmicky to me, but who knows, I may love it once I see it in action. I must say though, that from the snapshots I've seen so far, the character modeling looks embarrassingly awful (as usual), and I'd rather they'd spent that time and money on making the players look something near human. But as long as the actual game plays well, and they've ironed out some of the old annoyances, then I'll be happy to part with my 30 quid.

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