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    Duke Nukem Forever: Demo

    Discussion in 'Gaming (Software and Graphics Cards)' started by Mechanized Menace, Jun 2, 2011.

  1. Mechanized Menace

    Mechanized Menace Lost in the MYST

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    Who here has First access? I can't wait till tomorrow when the Demo is released! So many years of waiting for this game. I am sure it won't disappoint. So who here is gonna be hailing to the king tomorrow?
     
    Mechanized Menace, Jun 2, 2011
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    usapatriot Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    The demo will be delayed, you can count on that.
     
    usapatriot, Jun 2, 2011
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    Lol, I don't think it will, but they are also giving out the first multiplayer DLC for free for first Access.
     
    Mechanized Menace, Jun 2, 2011
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    MagusDraco Biiiiiiirrrrdmaaaaaaan

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    If you signed up for the first access club the demo keys for DNF are out.

    Duke Nukem Forever Official Website


    [​IMG]

    edit: whoops didn't see that post down there. Merge my post with that other one or something please
     
    MagusDraco, Jun 3, 2011
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    Darkness62 Notebook Evangelist

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    Downloading now!!!! Can't wait. XD

    Edit: Just finished the demo... Wow, that was amazing. XD

    [​IMG] [​IMG] [​IMG] [​IMG] [​IMG] [​IMG]
     
    Darkness62, Jun 3, 2011
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    Pommie Notebook Deity

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    Wow, I can't believe people are actually playing the demo for the next Duke Nukem?! Lost count of how many years I've been waiting for this game to come out. Did watch the trailer earlier, actually look's like alot of fun.
     
    Pommie, Jun 3, 2011
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    Chainbrain Notebook Guru

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    I had fun with it. The demo really left me wanting more. So far it feels like a perfect homage to the old duke games.

    Also, I might add that its quite refreshing to see an over-the-top game like this. Nice change of pace from all the military shooters out there.
     
    Chainbrain, Jun 3, 2011
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    Jasp Notebook Evangelist

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    huh? left wanting I'm afraid, I know its only a demo but the pace was way off and not fast enough to compete with the originals, the ability to only hold two guns? wth was they thinking with this one, duke is supposed to be a one man killing machine, even Isaac from dead space gets 4.

    Goods points are the fact it looks and runs beautifully on my machine on high settings with AA off. That's about it really..

    Just my thoughts.
     
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    Downloading it now!
     
    Mechanized Menace, Jun 3, 2011
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    ryzeki Super Moderator Super Moderator

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    That was quite a fun demo. It did really left me wanting more heh.

    I was surprised the game was auto configured on my machine on max settings, and I actually ran it alright 30-60fps.

    I think the first fight with the cyclone took a bit too long for my taste, but it was alright.
     
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    mrcarter Notebook Geek

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    ^^ what resolution?
     
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    ryzeki Super Moderator Super Moderator

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    1920x1080 res. :D
     
    ryzeki, Jun 3, 2011
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    Mechanized Menace Lost in the MYST

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    Awesome demo! I ran it maxed out 1920 x1200, FXAA, everything high ran 60- 90 FPS, Can't wait till the 14th now! Glad I preordered this and BF3. It looks awesome, but I wish it was in DX11. I agree Duke should be able to hold a lot of guns I constantly had to run back to switch from the RPG to the Shrink ray which is just JOKES! Classic Duke commentary as well.
     
    Mechanized Menace, Jun 3, 2011
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    MagusDraco Biiiiiiirrrrdmaaaaaaan

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    I'd hope you guys with 5870s can max it out.

    I think it's running on Unreal 3.0 (not even 3.5)

    ..that being said I can get 30/40ish fps usually at 1600x900 on my low clocked 5650 (450/800).


    oh right.

    Cheat codes:

    dnnuk
    dnrate - Shows FPS.
    dndebug - Shows debug info on the screen.
    dncoords
    dnclip - No clip.
    dninventory
    dnweapons - Gives all weapons.
    dnunlock
    dnmonsters - Removes your weapon's model and makes monsters not do damage to you anymore.
    dnshowmap
    dnview
    dnkroz

    Most are the same commands as from Duke 3D, but I have no idea what they actually do in DNF.

    also you can't type them in too fast or they do not register
     
    MagusDraco, Jun 3, 2011
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  15. Quadzilla

    Quadzilla The eye is watching you

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    Demo was not bad. Felt abit dated in many ways. I have been waiting Forever so i have some modestly high expectations .

    Ill be purchasing it first day and hopefully the final product really shines since i know this Demo is the old PAX one.
     
    Quadzilla, Jun 3, 2011
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    Mechanized Menace Lost in the MYST

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    I totally agree, I feel that the demo didn't disappoint though.
     
    Mechanized Menace, Jun 3, 2011
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    Right now I'm stuck with my Core 2 Quad Q9550 and HD 4650 GPU and it played pretty smooth at 1920x1200.
     
    HTWingNut, Jun 3, 2011
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    MagusDraco Biiiiiiirrrrdmaaaaaaan

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    I assume that's your desktop.

    my 5650 mobility had some hangups but yeah..mobility, envy 14, blah blah underclocked etc.


    still. that was on ultra (probably will play fine on high with film grain off)
     
    MagusDraco, Jun 3, 2011
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    Mechanized Menace Lost in the MYST

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    Love the names you gave your PC's man! :D This game is not that demanding at all really.
     
    Mechanized Menace, Jun 3, 2011
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    Pitabred Linux geek con rat flail!

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    dnkroz should be god-mode
     
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    HTWingNut Potato

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    So what did everyone draw on the whiteboard? Come on, you can admit it, well maybe not on these forums. :p
     
    HTWingNut, Jun 3, 2011
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    Bearclaw Steaming

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    I think the game is optimized pretty poorly.
    most of the time GPU usage was 50%-70%
     
    Bearclaw, Jun 3, 2011
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    Guess !!? :biggrin:
     
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    Or maybe you are CPU bound? I doubt it, but what is your CPU usage? If it's tapped at 100% then that may be the problem. If not, then if it's not running at 100% then that should mean your GPU is more than adequate, right? Why should it top at 100% all the time if it doesn't need to?
     
    HTWingNut, Jun 3, 2011
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    Bearclaw Steaming

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    Oops, sorry I meant 50% to 70% GPU usage when the FPS was less than 40.

    Like whenever I see low FPS, the GPU usage is low.
     
    Bearclaw, Jun 3, 2011
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    skygunner27 A Genuine Child of Zion

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    Duke Nukem Forever Release Dates:
    AU 06/10/11
    EU 06/10/11
    US 06/14/11

    I really wasn't interested in this FPS, until I saw this video of it running. It really looks sick!! I can't wait!!
    YouTube - ‪nvidia's Channel‬‏
    Here's the official trailer.
    YouTube - ‪Duke Nukem Forever: Official HD Debut Trailer‬‏
    Hopefully it will utilize Crossfire upon release!!

    MINIMUM SPECIFICATIONS: Duke Nukem Forever Specs Announced

    •OS: Windows XP/Vista/7
    •Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo @ 2.0 Ghz / AMD Athlon 64 X2 @ 2.0 Ghz
    •Memory: 1 GB
    •Hard Drive: 10 GB free
    •Video Memory: 256 MB
    •Video Card: nVidia GeForce 7600 / ATI Radeon HD 2600
    •Sound Card: DirectX Compatible
    RECOMMENDED SPECIFICATIONS

    •OS: Windows XP/Vista/7
    •Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo @ 2.4 Ghz / AMD Athlon 64 X2 @ 2.6 GHz
    •Memory: 2 GB
    •Hard Drive: 10 GB free
    •Video Memory: 512 MB
    •Video Card: nVidia GeForce 8800 GTS / ATI Radeon HD 3850
    •Sound Card: DirectX Compatible
    Gearbox notes that Duke Nukem Forever also uses Steam for DRM, and will install the client if its not already present on the system. That said, PC gamers will need a one-time internet connection for Steam authentication. For AMD customers, the game will also install the AMD Dual Core Optimizer which is required only for specific AMD processors to run the game correctly (but is still installed for all AMD platforms).
     
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    Mechanized Menace Lost in the MYST

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    Ya man I got the demo from first access, it was pretty fun IMO.
     
    Mechanized Menace, Jun 3, 2011
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    skygunner27 A Genuine Child of Zion

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    Awww.......man!!! I want to play the demo!!! Our AW specs roast the requirements...lol.
     
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    COuld be thermal limit throttling, check your temps.
     
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    Lol, cannot reveal what I drew!
     
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    Now I'm really excited? All that with a 720QM? So I take it, with those kind of FPS crossfire works?
    I prepurchased this game yesterday. Nvidia's really pushing the 560M with this game. It must be a 3D enabled game.
     
    skygunner27, Jun 4, 2011
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    That would be cool if it was 3D a lot of stuff splashes on the screen water, dirt, and of course blood! :D Yah crossfire works beautifully no flickering nothing. Just pure fun! :D
     
    Mechanized Menace, Jun 4, 2011
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    skygunner27 A Genuine Child of Zion

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    I'm soooooooo glad to hear this!!!!!!!!!!!! I have had a rough time with Crossfire in Crysis 2(was resolved with 1.4 until I was forced to install 1.8), NFSS:U(resolved) & the witcher 2(resolved). I already have a 55" 240hz 3D LED Samsung so I don't require 3D on my laptop.
    [​IMG]
     
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    Mechanized Menace Lost in the MYST

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    Sweet TV! You are golden then man Enjoy the game! Let me know how 3D works out as well.
     
    Mechanized Menace, Jun 4, 2011
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    Thanks...it's still a long wait.....lol.
     
    skygunner27, Jun 4, 2011
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    Ten days for me :(
     
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    Mechanized Menace Lost in the MYST

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    If you want I will take some in game screen shots for you from the demo.
     
    Mechanized Menace, Jun 4, 2011
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    CPU usage was around 65-80%... temps under 70C
     
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    That would be awesome!! Add me to steam. skygunner27.

    I just found the demo at demonoid....almost done downloading it. I can't wait....to see this....
     
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    Chainbrain Notebook Guru

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    I drew a huge willy
     
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    zergslayer69 Liquid Hz

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    Even on my 460 the demo ran very smooth at max everything. Haven't tried 3d yet.
     
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    A free willy!?

    [​IMG]

    Did you try the red marker? I hear it smells good. :p
     
    HTWingNut, Jun 4, 2011
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    I'd like to know how it runs in 3D.....
     
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    oh demo huhs.

    Cool. I better go and try it out.

    anybody got links?

    Cheers. :)
     
    reborn2003, Jun 4, 2011
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    DARCODER Notebook Deity

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    I play it but it freeze with me:/ every 10sec...I think it,s due of the demo but it was a little bit fun but not more, the demo is really poor only 15mn gameplay
     
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    Is that the 7000 series Samsung? I have the same TV, same size. Its sick!! I don't use the 3D very often but its a cool feature.
     
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    How do you compare that TV to the RGB LED panel on your R2? I ask because I have the 60" Sharp Quattron 3D, which is very similar to yours and people keep raving so much about the RGB LED panel that it's making me think it's better than a top of the line TV panel.
     
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