IGI 2 Preview

The upcoming FPS IGI 2: Covert Strike has been previewed over at Gamespot. The preview is based on some play time with an early build of the game, and they briefly describe the AI, the stealth tactic and the changed save mode. Also included is a Q&A with designer James Brown, who answers questions about the story in the game, the type of missions, weapons available to the player, plans for a multiplayer mode, mod support and more.

GS: Are there any plans to include a multiplayer mode? What features will it include? JB: We are particularly excited about the multiplayer mode. There are so many possibilities and opportunities; we're having great fun working with this. There will be a full multiplayer mode in IGI2, featuring a new kind of gameplay unlike any other previous gaming experience. Introducing elements from the single-player game and innovative tactical decisions alongside objective-based gameplay, IGI2 will take team co-operation to an unprecedented level. Centralized security systems, cameras and alarms will be an integral part of the multiplayer mode. [...]