Gigantic is back... via the Rampage Edition, but let me say this first!

I thoroughly enjoyed Gigantic for the most part back in it's free-to-play days, and could totally understand why it was an award winning MOBA. It sealed the deal for "Best MOBA" back at GAMESCOM 2016! What made it even better is that it didn't require a lot of oomph from your PC to enjoy, and I even found myself playing it on a laptop with decent specs after a certain shipping company lost my gaming laptop and it had to be replaced (long story). Anyway, it doesn't hurt for it to be back in paid form... but I do have my reservations.

A number of you can pull up Gigantic right now (if you owned the game) and see that there's a notice tucked in there that reads: At the request of the publisher, Gigantic is unlisted on the Steam store and will not appear in search.

What's stopping that from happening with the paid version? I get that there was a developer and publisher swap from Motiga Inc. & Perfect World Entertainment... to Abstraction Games & Gearbox Publishing, but will the old door be accessible to previous players who dropped coin to support it initially or will we be expected to enter the game through a new paygate with fingers crossed that it will remain up and running this time around? I get it, new ownership... but the paranoia's real folks.

To potentially answer my own question (to a certan degree) with an answer from Gearbox:

Gigantic: Rampage Edition is developed by Abstraction Games, keeping the core of what made Gigantic special, while adding exciting new features. - Gigantic FAQ

This likely means that the build recycled a number of assets we're familiar with and possibly polished them up through a new engine of sorts... without the need to fully program everything (since the source code was already there). So it may look the same, but it may be a better looking clone. Plus the system requirements have been bumped up... which certainly indicates a change. I remain optimistic until launch because of what's listed in the original's system requirements.

 Previous System Requirements 

MINIMUM:

Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system

OS *: Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Windows 10 (64-bit)

Processor: 2.6Ghz processor

Memory: 6 GB RAM

Graphics: GeForce GTX 580, DirectX 11.1-compatible video card (Nvidia or AMD only)

DirectX: Version 11

Network: Broadband Internet connection

Storage: 10 GB available space

Additional Notes: 6 GB RAM requirement refers to usable memory only

RECOMMENDED:

Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system

* Starting January 1st, 2024, the Steam Client will only support Windows 10 and later versions. Why would this be listed if previous owners no longer have access? Are we back on?! Stay tuned!

 Current System Requirements 

MINIMUM:

OS: Windows 10 x64

Processor: Intel Core i3-4160 (2 * 3600) or equivalent/AMD Athlon X4 860K (4 * 3700) or equivalent

Memory: 8 GB RAM

Graphics: GeForce GT 640 (2048 MB)/Radeon HD 7750 (1024 MB)

Storage: 15 GB available space

RECOMMENDED:

OS: Windows 10 x64

Processor: Intel Core i7-10700 (8 * 2900) or equivalent/AMD Ryzen 7 2700X (8 * 3700) or equivalent

Memory: 16 GB RAM

Graphics: GeForce RTX 2070 Super (8192 MB)/Radeon RX 5700 XT (8192 MB)

Storage: 15 GB available space

I'm happy to see that it's back, and the least they can do with the hero shooter is allow gamers to take it under our wing if Gearbox ever gets the urge to walk away. Anyway, this crossplatform 5v5 MOBA... drops April 9th (2024) for $19.99, snag it for 20% Off while the get'ns good! You might find me representing out there with Grandma Griselma.

GO GIGANTIC! THE UNIQUE MOBA HERO SHOOTER RETURNS!

GIGANTIC: RAMPAGE EDITION is a premium and definitive release of the original 5v5 MOBA Hero Shooter, GIGANTIC , that provides a dynamic and exciting team-based multiplayer experience for fans of both genres. Choose from a diverse roster of unique heroes, each with a set of upgradeable abilities, and team up with four other players to control objectives and take down the opposing team’s mighty Guardian, all while protecting your own. GIGANTIC: RAMPAGE EDITION includes a new game mode, cross platform play, new heroes, new maps, and gameplay improvements that give fans a bigger and more complete GIGANTIC experience than ever before, while welcoming new players to the action and fun-filled world of a Hero Shooter.

FEATURES:
EVERYTHING FROM THE ORIGINAL GIGANTIC AND MORE!

EXCITING ROSTER OF HEROES - 23 returning heroes and new heroes to select from, all with a unique set of offensive and defensive capabilities, including their own ultimate abilities. Choose a hero, join a team and go against another team in 5v5 battles to see who will win it all!

NEW HEROES:

• ROLAND - A world-hardened man, who lost his arm, but gained unparalleled reach.
  
• KAJIR - A fast reflexed feline who has a taste for fighting in the alley and streets.

EXPANSIVE AND INTRICATE MAPS – Set in a vibrant fun-filled world, prepare to jump into and blast your way across expansive battlefields with creatures, such as massive Guardians, to aid you in battle!

NEW MAPS:

• PICARO BAY -   A breezy seaside map with verticality, narrow alleyways, and a pirate ship for waging fast paced clashes.
  
• HEAVEN’S WARD – A heavily industrialized district that showcases an old power plant, warehouses, and factories with many nooks and crannies for players to have a blast in.

CUSTOMIZATION AND HERO PROGRESSION – Make your favorite GIGANTIC hero your own! Build and customize individual hero loadouts that match your playstyle, unlock and choose from a variety of hero and weapon skins, including new skins not from the original game, and unlock additional content for your hero as you progress!

GAME MODES:

• 
  RUSH – A new game mode that is more accessible, fast-paced and action-packed for all players bringing a streamlined GIGANTIC experience that lets players jump in and get into the action with ease.
  
• CLASH – The original game mode players from the classic version of GIGANTIC is back, bringing a deeply strategic and thrilling team-based experience for more epic matches.
  
• CUSTOM – Create your own exciting matches where you can pick a map, compete against friends to refine your skills on the battlefield, and also spectate.

CROSS PLATFORM PLAY BETWEEN CONSOLES AND PC
Team up and jump into epic matches with friends across multiple platforms.

FREE POST LAUNCH CONTENT:
Following the launch of RAMPAGE EDITION, a Ranked Mode and new hero skins will be released for free via updates.

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By the way, someone asked why we promote the Purple seat cushion so much. The reason being is that there are a number of adult gamers and some underage gamers dealing with back issues. There are gamers who would love to game on PC, but... it's literally a pain for them to sit in a PC chair compared to their couch. It could be pain from a car accident, a workplace injury, or something else that occurred off the clock. While we do recommend getting up to stretch and even partiking in exercise... this helps. The Cushion Designed for Gaming!

Dear Developers: Using Game Platforms for other Game Platforms

Before I jump into this... I must say that this has nothing to do with the games or platforms involved (specifically). The problem I have is the overall approach of how those games are made playable... specifically through Steam.

Steam is a game platform, games are available for purchase through it... but suddenly you get hit with this process (after the basic "Install" and pressing "Play"):

The game software opens wanting you to set up... AFTER you thought you were ready to roll through Steam (since you did buy the game through Steam... and pressed play there).

My expression when another platform opens.

After investing in the game, you go ahead and install... thinking you will just roll after that finishes, but then you have to go through the whole rigmarole of creating an account, confirming the email address... and then you can play. Seems like it might not be that big of a deal... right? It's not, for the people who don't mind and have the extra time. For those that don't, this could mean the difference in customers returning or running for the hills.

Some of us want our games tied DIRECTLY (not kinda sort but not really) to the platform we made the purchase on... without a need to do more than hit play. To sign in through the game, I can respect that (at least it's in the game... once)... but outside of that... some gamers don't want to take that extra step and some refuse to.

Going that extra mile to simplify the access to your game (by making it actually accessible through the initial platform like Steam)... could, in turn, boost the bottom line, especially with free-to-play titles like the newly released Gigantic (for example). You can get it through Steam, but you can kinda sorta don't play through Steam... since you have to open Arc through Steam in order to play it (through Steam). I put the extras on it because it really is accessible... like that, and Uplay games are also in that boat. It's not the end of the world, just remember that some gamers are pressed for time.

Think about what the wins could be for you and your team by simplifying the process.

(Speaking of... Gigantic, here is my first time playing it... online.)

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From the Source: Perfect World Ent - Go GIGANTIC or Go Home + Contest!

If you were waiting for this game... the wait is now over! Grab this strategic hero shooter... free on Steam, Arc, Xbox One and Windows 10! I will be digging into the Gigantic Ultimate Pack as soon as possible (on Steam via Arc).

Tip: For those of you trying to play this on PC and may be facing challenges with this initial start up of the game... go to your start menu and search for "Repair Arc". Let that run, and it should get you going like it did for me.

 By the way... for those of you running Dedicated Video RAM at 512 MB, you will be happy to know that I was able to play the game without lag at 512 MB (even though it supposedly requires a minimum 1536 MB).

I have 5.0 versions of the Pixel & Vertex Shaders, so that may have helped along with my laptops CPU speed (2.7 GHz performance rated at 9 GHz)... but the Dedicated Video RAM was the only thing below the minimum. That said... try it anyway if you have similar specs because it might work out (and lower the graphics a tad if you need to). There are people who lower the visuals anyway to have an edge over the competition in some cases... so play with the video settings and jump in (smoothly)!

Anyway, check out this news from the source... while I work on uploading my initial gameplay (to get a feel for the game). I totally need to find the right character for me, and that's the beauty of different characters. I'm more of a dodger that represents with ranged weapons. Before you continue below to the source related news and contest, i've highlighted the reason why buying the Ultimate Pack on Steam & Arc is better.

GIGANTIC OFFICIALLY LAUNCHES ON STEAM, ARC, WINDOWS 10 & XBOX ONE

Motiga’s Strategic Hero Shooter Offers Players Biggest Fight of Their Lives

REDWOOD CITY, Calif. – July 20, 2017 – Today Perfect World Entertainment Inc., a leading publisher of free-to-play online games, and Motiga, Inc. announced Gigantic has officially launched on Steam, Arc, Xbox One and Windows 10. The free-to-play strategic hero shooter combines visually stunning heroes, diverse creature families to summon and massive Guardians to aid in epic battles for victory.

“We’re thrilled to welcome all players to the vibrant world of Gigantic,” said Chris Chung, CEO of Motiga. “The team has worked incredibly hard to develop an experience unlike any other. We hope you join us and the community of players who have fallen in love with the game and helped us throughout its development.”

Check out the Gigantic Launch Trailer:

Gigantic launches with an exciting new update which introduces text chat, new packs and a brand-new, blade-wielding hero. Players can now access the game’s 19^th hero, Ramsay, a cunning heavy-hitter brandishing a seriously lethal blade. Ramsay is the first of many characters to join the game’s original diverse roster, with a new hero planned for release each month following launch.

In addition, Steam players who log in to the game and play a match will receive an exclusive Stone Relics skin for the jet pack pilot Beckett. Logging into Arc and playing a match will grant players a Lightning skin for the stealthy assassin Tripp, while Xbox One and Windows 10 players who do the same can get the Excelsior skin for the spinning cyclone of blades, Tyto the Swift.

Players looking to unlock even more for their Gigantic experience can purchase the Ultimate Pack for $29.99 to gain access to all 19 current heroes and any future heroes for life, along with unique skins, progression boosts, fortune cards and premium currency. Steam and Arc players purchasing the Ultimate Pack will also receive a free Starter Pack code to gift to a friend.

As a thank you to supportive players, purchasers of the Founder’s Pack will be automatically upgraded to the Ultimate Pack.

Finally, Plays.tv has partnered with Gigantic to launch a Top-5 Plays contest starting today. All players can participate in the global contest and clip their best moments using Plays.tv to win gaming hardware and Steam gift cards.

Gigantic is a free-to-play strategic hero shooter developed by Motiga. Gorgeously rendered, light-hearted and charming, Gigantic is for all types of gamers, pitting teams of five heroes and their massive Guardians against each other in epic battles across a variety of maps. The game combines explosive combat with fast-paced teamwork, strategy and skill, as players must work together and fight relentlessly to defeat the opposing Guardian with spells, guns and swords.

For more information about Gigantic, please visit the official website: www.GoGigantic.com.

I have a trip coming up soon and I look forward to tossing my laptop, HyperX Cloud Stinger headset & Xbox controller into the Solo Rival backpack for some serious quality time with Gigantic during my down time. Game on... affordably!