As tech 1 bombers streak across the sky to deliver their tiny payloads, the ground unexpectedly flares up into a streak of brilliant napalm. Nukes glide toward their targets leaving a weak of wavy heat in their path, anti-missile defenses arcing up to meet them in a flashy, satisfying collision. Spiderbots charge forward at high speed into the thick of a pitched battle, only to be met by alien tech 3 bombers that intelligently dart around each other, dropping energy bombs that explode into a blue nuclear blast wave. This doesn't seem like Supreme Commander, and we're not even into the real additions yet.
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The disco ball, meanwhile, is a new addition to Ratchet's arsenal. Put simply, it forces on-screen characters to dance. Attacking UFOs, heavily armed Grophyds, helper robots, penguins, and even the harmless Grophyds laying on the ground all start to boogie when the disco ball goes in the air, the beat starts pumping and the lights begin flashing. This temporarily leaves them defenseless, providing Ratchet with an opportunity to ruthlessly mow them down in mid-dance or run right past them.
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Update: Disney has announced that it has fully acquired Junction Point Studios, making it the company's fifth internal development team. "Warren Spector's unique talents as a leading creative force in the world of video games, his knowledge and passion for Disney, and his legacy of story telling and character development adds a unique creative dimension to our portfolio," said Disney Interactive GM Graham Hopper.
"This is the only project that could've tempted me to leave the world of independent development," remarked Spector, who later noted that his first true passion has always been cartoons. "I believe that the creative talents of our two companies and our shared ambition to bring distinctive, compelling experiences to gamers make this an ideal alliance. We look forward to bringing exciting, innovative and entertaining new experiences to gamers and Disney fans alike."
No other details are known at this time. However, after Spector exited the stage at Disney Interactive's E3 2007 press conference, a large outline of Mickey Mouse's head was shown on the nearby displays, creating what Shacknews editor Carlos Bergfeld described as "an ominous solar eclipse-like effect."
Following the adventures of space adventurer Joseph Turok, the game picks up as the explorer crash lands on an alien planet filled with dinosaurs. A trailer of the game was shown, which highlighted Turok snapping a raptor's back. A number of other brutal attacks, such as stabbing an enemy in the eye with a knife, are available to players as well.
"Looks awesome," Shacknews editor Carlos Bergfeld wrote during his live coverage of the event. In addition to numerous screenshots, we also have two gameplay movies for your visual enjoyment.
"Working on these systems allows us to push the envelope of technology and bring the town to life like never before," said William Oertel, producer at Konami Digital Entertainment. "You will take on the role of Alex Shepherd, a soldier returning from a tour of duty overseas." As Alex, you'll arrive in the town of Silent Hill to look for your missing younger brother. Konami said Alex will make use of his military training to fend off the grotesques of the ill-fated town.
Famed series composer Akira Yamaoka will be returning to create an all-new soundtrack for the game.
Konami announced another game in the series, Silent Hill Origins, last year for the PlayStation Portable.
Developed by THQ's internal studio Vigil Games, Darksiders is being headed up by former comic book artist and Vigil founder Joe Madureira (Uncanny X-Men, Battle Chasers). Players will be put in the role of War, one of the four horsemen of the apocalypse, as he explores a hellish, apocalyptic landscape.
"Joe Madureira has created a classic story of exploration and revenge and we've used that as the foundation for ultimate sword-clashing, rocket-firing, super hero adventure," said THQ's Kelly Flock.
While few details were released with the announcement, you can view some concept art to get a feel of the game's style. Darksiders: Wrath of War will make its way to stores sometime in 2008.
The Who's "Who's Next" was confirmed as the first complete album. Singles confirmed in addition to last week's announced tracks were Metallica's "Enter Sandman", Rush's "Tom Sawyer," Ramones' "Rockaway Beach," STP's "Vaseline," Foo Fighters' "Learn to Fly," Bon Jovi's "Wanted Dead or Alive," The Strokes' "Reptilia," and Queens of the Stone Age "Go With the Flow."
The company will form an advisory committee to select existing and upcoming music for inclusion in the game. The committee will be chaired by Steven "Little Steven" Van Zant, former actor from The Sopranos and a one-time guitarist in Bruce Springsteen's E Street Band.
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