Midnight Suns vs. Gotham Knights?

[Falaris]

GOtham Knights is cheaper, obviously, but cost isn't really an issue - my time is - and I have a hankering for a superhero game. Coming off a Phoenix Point/AC Valhalla bender, I was looking for new games and I was wondering about these two.

Assuming I have to get one of them, which is better?

(I do seem to dodge stuttering problems with games; it's a common complaint I've seen but I don't expect that to affect me.).

[Cat]

Gothan knights from what I've seen feels like a failed live service salvaged into a normal game but without refitting the systems to make progression feel more natural, but I haven't played it myself. This game feels like a AA title, a bit janky but not on Eurojank levels or anything, obviously I haven't played this enough to give a proper review of it, but I'd recommend looking into some of the videos online for it. So far it's been rather fun but polarising among reviewers depending on if you like the cheesy slice of life abbey section or not. Gameplay seems to be universally held up as the best part of the game however.

It's worth noting that this is a turn based tactical game using a card based mechanic instead of skills like XCOM, but plays out well. Whereas Gotham knights is an action brawler with coop.

[Alt0153]

guardians of the galaxy, the choices you have put forward are both terrible

[Giblix]

i'd get Midnight Suns.....in about 6 months when it has received some patches.
I wouldn't go back to Gotham Knights even if i was being threatened to die. That game was and is horrible.

If money isn't the problem. Go look for something that got released last year as a GOTY edition and play that instead.

[lefty1117]

This game is real good. Gotham Knights is better than expected. It's a tough call until I get to play this one some more but don't sleep on Gotham Knights, especially if it's on sale.

They are very different games though. Superhero theme is the only similarity.

[Loonelywolf]

Well,i have the 3 games.By far Guardians pf the galaxy.But the other two are not bad games,they entertain very much.Gotham knights is a fun game a bit boring,but it does sutff well.

[FroggyFresco]

I don't think you can compare these genres this way. Faced with these two, you should play the genre you like more.

[Darth_Roxs]

Originally posted by Falaris:

GOtham Knights is cheaper, obviously, but cost isn't really an issue - my time is - and I have a hankering for a superhero game. Coming off a Phoenix Point/AC Valhalla bender, I was looking for new games and I was wondering about these two.

Assuming I have to get one of them, which is better?

(I do seem to dodge stuttering problems with games; it's a common complaint I've seen but I don't expect that to affect me.).

Gotham Knights is an action RPG while Midnight Suns is turn based. They're completely different. Personally I loved Gotham Knights and I would recommend. Especially if you can find it on sale.

I have no opinion on Midnight Suns because I haven't played it. I would've preferred Xcom 3 tbh.

[Falaris]

Originally posted by Daddy Day Care:

I have no opinion on Midnight Suns because I haven't played it. I would've preferred Xcom 3 tbh.

Well, X-COM 3 is still coming, so that's okay.

I'm finding phoenix point a more than adequate alternative; it is very strong, but not liking the DLC for it much. (The DLC actually detract from the game IMO, fortunately you can disable it). The story and factions are good, the soldier modifications downright great. The gameplay is good, but can get frustrating if you let it. Less flashy than X-COM and combat feels more 'real'; cool that it's a lovecraftian horror game masquerading as an X-COM title. It's not a triple-A title though, unlike Firaxis' outings.

[Captain Blud]

I would say most def Midnight Sons if you want that superhero feeling. It's turn based, don't know if that affects you.
Gotham Knights kinda feels like you're slapping a wet salami against cardboard when you hit enemies.
In this game you can wipe out people and feel powerful as heck. But they are totally different games, it's up to you.

[xnamxoutlawx]

Neither.

[Chupa]

Gotham Knights is a poor boy's Spiderman. Avoid at all costs.

[Falaris]

Thanks for your input, guys!

I'm definitely leaning towards midnight suns, but I may do what I usually do when in doubt and get both. ;)

PS: I didn't include guardians as one of the options for a reason; it wasn't an oversight.

[Captain Worthy]

If time is a factor and you want to play at your own schedule then definitely Midnight Suns. You can play this in very brief sessions compared to Gotham Knights.

[General Hawk]

I am having a blast with Suns. I was very worried about cards, decks, etc. But it has blown away my expectations. Yes, I can't wait until XCOM 3 but Suns is an incredible game on its own right. It really feels like being part of a team and working with all our favs. The voices are awesome and the action is really fun fun fun. Lore seems to be deep and engaging. I have it on PC and on XSX. At 14+ hours and can't get enough of it.

[Ashcarr]

Buy Spider-Man or Miles Morales. If you have to pick from only your options, Gotham Knights is going to be your more typical superhero playground kind of game. Midnight Suns is going to be more like a Marvel XCOM. If you like XCOM and/or roguelike deckbuilders, you'll like Midnight Suns, but I wouldn't necessarily say it'll be a good superhero playground type game.