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|publisher = [[Sony|SCEA]] (US), [[Sony|SCEE]] (EU), [[Sony|SCEJ]] (JP) | |publisher = [[Sony|SCEA]] (US), [[Sony|SCEE]] (EU), [[Sony|SCEJ]] (JP) | ||
|genre = Action, Adventure | |genre = Action, Adventure | ||
|gameinfo = Primal follows Jennifer Tate, a modern-day girl who is ripped from her normal life of being a student and thrown into an epic battle with demon forces from an immortal world. As Jen, you'll assume a host of savage demon forms, each with its own unique powers and abilities. With the help of your ally Scree, unleash devastating combos, finishing moves, and stealth attacks upon legions of enemies. With an intricate weave of plot and multiple sub-plots, Primal will have you spiraling through a world driven by exploration, puzzle-solving, combat, and story.<br /> | |gameinfo = Primal follows Jennifer Tate, a modern-day girl who is ripped from her normal life of being a student and thrown into an epic battle with demon forces from an immortal world. As Jen, you'll assume a host of savage demon forms, each with its own unique powers and abilities. With the help of your ally Scree, unleash devastating combos, finishing moves, and stealth attacks upon legions of enemies. With an intricate weave of plot and multiple sub-plots, Primal will have you spiraling through a world driven by exploration, puzzle-solving, combat, and story.<br /> | ||
The player can control either Jen or Scree as they navigate the realms of Oblivion. As the game progresses, newer demonic forms are obtained, which prove invaluable in solving various puzzles and combat. When in control of Scree, the player is invulnerable; Scree, being a gargoyle, cannot suffer damage, making him an effective scout. Scree is capable of climbing on stone walls, a necessary ability when traversing the realms. | The player can control either Jen or Scree as they navigate the realms of Oblivion. As the game progresses, newer demonic forms are obtained, which prove invaluable in solving various puzzles and combat. When in control of Scree, the player is invulnerable; Scree, being a gargoyle, cannot suffer damage, making him an effective scout. Scree is capable of climbing on stone walls, a necessary ability when traversing the realms. | ||
|wikipedia = [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Primal_(video_game) Link] | |||
|widescreen = 1 | |widescreen = 1 | ||
|sw-rendering-only = 1 | |sw-rendering-only = 1 | ||
|progressive = 1 | |||
|cpu-intensive = 1 | |cpu-intensive = 1 | ||
|gamefaqslink = [http://www.gamefaqs.com/ps2/518049-primal Link] | |||
|reviewlinks = {{ReviewLink|[http://www.metacritic.com/game/playstation-2/primal Metacritic]|73/100}} | |||
|japan_rating = C | |japan_rating = C | ||
|na_rating_text = Blood, Violence | |||
|na_rating = M | |na_rating = M | ||
|russian = SCES-51685 | |russian = SCES-51685 | ||
|italian = SCES-51135 | |italian = SCES-51135 | ||
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|GPU=? | |GPU=? | ||
|Revision=0.9.8 | |Revision=0.9.8 | ||
|Graphics= | |Graphics=GSDX r4600(with DirectX11) | ||
|Sound= | |Sound= | ||
* SPU2-X r4600 | * SPU2-X r4600 | ||
* SSSPSX Pressure mod 1.7.1 | * SSSPSX Pressure mod 1.7.1 | ||
|Comments=BIOS: Europe 2.00, HACKS: none used, This game does only work, if you use the Bugfix "try to skip MPEG videos"(at least that is the translated german name of the fix) | |Comments=BIOS: Europe 2.00, HACKS: none used, This game does only work, if you use the Bugfix "try to skip MPEG videos"(at least that is the translated german name of the fix) | ||
|Tester=Mel1993 | |Tester=Mel1993 | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|Region=NTSC-U | |Region=NTSC-U | ||
|OS=Windows | |OS=Windows | ||
|CPU=Intel Core i5 | |CPU=Intel Core i5 2500k @ 4.2Ghz | ||
|GPU=ATI Radeon | |GPU=ATI Radeon 7970 3GB | ||
|Revision=1.1.0 | |Revision=1.1.0 r5492 | ||
|Graphics= | |Graphics=GSDX | ||
|Sound= | |Sound= | ||
* SPU2-X | *SPU2-X | ||
* ? | *? | ||
|Comments=US v01.60 (07/02/2002), All Recommend + MTVU, Works in Hardware - (Somewhat) & Software, Ingame cutscenes show a black screen with sound in Hardware switching to Software mode fixes this but also makes the | |Comments=US v01.60 (07/02/2002), All Recommend + MTVU, Works in Hardware - (Somewhat) & Software, Ingame cutscenes show a black screen with sound in Hardware switching to Software mode fixes this but also makes the fps tank 12 to 25 at most is what i was getting with EE going from 95 to 100% at times ingame is another story hardware kinda works. The screen is flashing constantly software shows everything fine but depending what's on screen i got 40 to 23 fps | ||
|Tester={{ForumUser|riku44}} | |Tester={{ForumUser|riku44}} | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|Region=NTSC-U | |Region=NTSC-U | ||
|OS=Windows | |OS=Windows | ||
|CPU=Intel Core i7 @ 3. | |CPU=Intel Core i7 @ 3.4Ghz | ||
|GPU= | |GPU=Nvidia GTX 285 768MB | ||
|Revision=1.1.0 | |Revision=1.1.0 r5576 | ||
|Graphics=GSdx SSE41 | |Graphics=GSdx 5570 SSE41 | ||
|Sound= | |Sound= | ||
* SPU2-X 2.0.0 | *SPU2-X 2.0.0 | ||
* LilyPad 0.11.0 | *LilyPad 0.11.0 | ||
|Comments=Runs at 50% speed. | |Comments=Runs at 50% speed., Ingame videos are blank screens if gsdx is in hardware mode. Looks fine in software mode. Speed may not be 100%, but the game is still technically playable, as it can be played from start to finish. | ||
|Tester={{ForumUser|General-Plot}} | |Tester={{ForumUser|General-Plot}} | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|Region=NTSC-U | |Region=NTSC-U | ||
|OS=Windows 7 SP1 x64 | |OS=Windows 7 SP1 x64 | ||
|CPU=Intel | |CPU=Intel i5-2500 | ||
|GPU=AMD | |GPU=AMD HD6850 | ||
|Revision=v1.2.1 | |Revision=v1.2.1-728-g7328e55 | ||
|Graphics= | |Graphics=GSDX Software (9/11) | ||
|Sound= | |Sound= | ||
* SPU2-X | * SPU2-X | ||
* Lilypad | * Lilypad | ||
|Comments=While using | |Comments=While using GSdx9/11 hardware intro runs at full speed but immediately it goes to the first cut-scene (which can be skipped) it tanks to ~10 fps, plus a switch to software mode is needed to properly render the cut-scene as well as the game. While in-game FPS went up but still to slow to enjoy ~25-30 fps. | ||
GSdx9 software mode + setting the preset to "Aggressive" makes the game playable. | |||
|Tester=Joder666 | |Tester=Joder666 | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|Region=PAL | |Region=PAL | ||
|OS=Windows | |OS=Windows | ||
|CPU=Intel | |CPU=Intel Core2 Duo E8500 @ 3.16Ghz | ||
|GPU= | |GPU=Nvidia GTS 250 512MB | ||
|Revision=1.3.0 | |Revision=git 05 06 2014 1.3.0 | ||
|Graphics=GSdx SSE41 | |Graphics=GSdx MSVC 18.00, SSE41 | ||
|Sound= | |Sound= | ||
* SPU2-X 2.0.0 | *SPU2-X 2.0.0 | ||
* LilyPad 0.11.0 | *LilyPad (0) 0.11.0 | ||
|Comments=Always the same: this amazing game refuses to display anything 3D in hardware mode, only software looks good. | |Comments=Always the same: this amazing game refuses to display anything 3D in hardware mode, only software looks good..., Status | ||
|Tester={{ForumUser|Parotaku}} | |Tester={{ForumUser|Parotaku}} | ||
}} | }} | ||
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* Original names: '''セインツ 聖なる魔物''' (SCPS-15052) | * Original names: '''セインツ 聖なる魔物''' (SCPS-15052) | ||
* Also known as '''Saints: Seinaru Mamono''' (JP) | * Also known as '''Saints: Seinaru Mamono''' (JP) | ||
* Access the Progressive Scan menu ( | * Access the Progressive Scan menu (when using a disc of a region other than PAL\Europe) by holding the '''cross''' and '''triangle''' keys together when the game boots up. | ||
* This game has built-in [[Talk:Primal#Game%20cheats|cheats]]. | |||
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==Known Issues== | ==Known Issues== | ||
{{Issue | {{Issue | ||
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|IsFixed=0 | |IsFixed=0 | ||
|IssueLevel=1 | |IssueLevel=1 | ||
|Description= | |Description=The game is unplayable due to enormous slowdowns. Everything no pre rendered cannot be played full fps. It is around 12 fps or less. EE Cyclerate and VU cycle stealing ramps up the fps counter to maximum and helps a little, but it is still choppy and not suited for an enjoyable gameplay. | ||
|Workaround= | |Workaround=Software mode is the only usable mode here, but the game is unplayable even with a strong cpu. No emulation glitches though. | ||
}} | }} | ||
==The gallery== | ==The gallery== | ||
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File:Primal_Forum_4.jpg|Primal (SCES 51135) | File:Primal_Forum_4.jpg|Primal (SCES 51135) | ||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
{{ForumLinksList|list= | {{ForumLinksList|list= | ||
*[http://forums.pcsx2.net/Thread-Primal-SCUS-97142-U--28659 Primal (SCUS 97142) (U)] | *[http://forums.pcsx2.net/Thread-Primal-SCUS-97142-U--28659 Primal (SCUS 97142) (U)] | ||
*[http://forums.pcsx2.net/Thread-Primal-SCES-51135-E--28829 Primal (SCES 51135) (E)]}} | *[http://forums.pcsx2.net/Thread-Primal-SCES-51135-E--28829 Primal (SCES 51135) (E)]}} | ||
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Developer(s): SCEE
Publisher(s): SCEA (US), SCEE (EU), SCEJ (JP)
Genre: Action, Adventure
Wikipedia: Link
Game review links: Metacritic: 73/100
Game description: Primal follows Jennifer Tate, a modern-day girl who is ripped from her normal life of being a student and thrown into an epic battle with demon forces from an immortal world. As Jen, you'll assume a host of savage demon forms, each with its own unique powers and abilities. With the help of your ally Scree, unleash devastating combos, finishing moves, and stealth attacks upon legions of enemies. With an intricate weave of plot and multiple sub-plots, Primal will have you spiraling through a world driven by exploration, puzzle-solving, combat, and story.
The player can control either Jen or Scree as they navigate the realms of Oblivion. As the game progresses, newer demonic forms are obtained, which prove invaluable in solving various puzzles and combat. When in control of Scree, the player is invulnerable; Scree, being a gargoyle, cannot suffer damage, making him an effective scout. Scree is capable of climbing on stone walls, a necessary ability when traversing the realms.
Test configurations on Windows:
| Environment | Configurations | Comments | Tester | ||||
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| Region | OS | CPU/GPU | Revision | Graphics | Sound/Pad | ||
| PAL | ? |
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0.9.8 | GSDX r4600(with DirectX11) |
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BIOS: Europe 2.00, HACKS: none used, This game does only work, if you use the Bugfix "try to skip MPEG videos"(at least that is the translated german name of the fix) | Mel1993 |
| NTSC-U | Windows |
|
1.1.0 r5492 | GSDX |
|
US v01.60 (07/02/2002), All Recommend + MTVU, Works in Hardware - (Somewhat) & Software, Ingame cutscenes show a black screen with sound in Hardware switching to Software mode fixes this but also makes the fps tank 12 to 25 at most is what i was getting with EE going from 95 to 100% at times ingame is another story hardware kinda works. The screen is flashing constantly software shows everything fine but depending what's on screen i got 40 to 23 fps | |
| NTSC-U | Windows |
|
1.1.0 r5576 | GSdx 5570 SSE41 |
|
Runs at 50% speed., Ingame videos are blank screens if gsdx is in hardware mode. Looks fine in software mode. Speed may not be 100%, but the game is still technically playable, as it can be played from start to finish. | |
| NTSC-U | Windows 7 SP1 x64 |
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v1.2.1-728-g7328e55 | GSDX Software (9/11) |
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While using GSdx9/11 hardware intro runs at full speed but immediately it goes to the first cut-scene (which can be skipped) it tanks to ~10 fps, plus a switch to software mode is needed to properly render the cut-scene as well as the game. While in-game FPS went up but still to slow to enjoy ~25-30 fps.
GSdx9 software mode + setting the preset to "Aggressive" makes the game playable. |
Joder666 |
| PAL | Windows |
|
git 05 06 2014 1.3.0 | GSdx MSVC 18.00, SSE41 |
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Always the same: this amazing game refuses to display anything 3D in hardware mode, only software looks good..., Status | |
Trivia
- Original names: セインツ 聖なる魔物 (SCPS-15052)
- Also known as Saints: Seinaru Mamono (JP)
- Access the Progressive Scan menu (when using a disc of a region other than PAL\Europe) by holding the cross and triangle keys together when the game boots up.
- This game has built-in cheats.
Known Issues
Huge slowdown
- Status: Active
- Type: Serious
- Description: The game is unplayable due to enormous slowdowns. Everything no pre rendered cannot be played full fps. It is around 12 fps or less. EE Cyclerate and VU cycle stealing ramps up the fps counter to maximum and helps a little, but it is still choppy and not suited for an enjoyable gameplay.
- Workaround: Software mode is the only usable mode here, but the game is unplayable even with a strong cpu. No emulation glitches though.
The gallery
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Primal (SCUS 97142)
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Primal (SCUS 97142)
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Primal (SCES 51135)
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Primal (SCES 51135)
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