What games are you looking forward to in next 12 months

loki · 12-09-2008, 21:06

As per title, what games are you looking forward to over the next 12 months or so. Still plugging away at COD 4 on PC and it offers nothing. As it's a pretty closed game system, there has been little opportunity for custom mods and maps which is a shame. Although, me and my friends have been really tearing it up on Company of Heroes and Opposing fronts. It's such a fantastic game.

However by the end of this year I hope to get a PS3(Purely for Blu-Ray) and a Wii for Alexander for Xmas. So there are quite a few games I would like to get on all 3 platforms.

Operation Flashpoint 2: Dragon Rising (PC). Operation Flashpoint was probably one of the finest squad based shooters to come to PC. It's been a game that has stood the test of time and still has a vibrant multiplayer community. Due for release in 2009, the follow up, Dragon Rising, it looks to retain the brilliant squad based aspect of the game whilst developing some exciting new features to the AI.

After reading a preview of it in PC Format it looks as though a lot of effort has gone into modelling every aspect of the game on real life environments and weapons. What poses a question mark is going to be the stability of the game engine. They are looking at a model adopted by star dock for Sins of a Solar Empire in that the recommended and minimum specs will be kept to a minimum to ensure a wide user base. Not due till early 2009 but I suspect it will be worth the wait.

Star Wars: Force Unleashed(Console Multi Platform) Mmmmmm Lightsabres on Wii

I think when I get the Wii, I may dip my toe with Force Unleashed. This time around it pits you as Darth Vaders apprentince. So that with the draw of the Dark Side force means it could be a winner all around. The Force Unleashed debuts Digital Molecular Matter. Objects and enemies react with incredible realism, whether cut down by a lightsaber or hurled through the air using Force powers. I really think a good Star Wars game is long overdue. KOTOR being the noticeable exception to a long list of average titles to come from Lucas Arts in recent years.

Call of Duty 5: World at War(PC & Console)Coming out in November this year on PC & Console, this takes the Call of Duty franshise back to World War II In the Pacific Theatre. Although not developed or released by Infinity Ward, it still utilises the same game engine as COD4. I was a fan of the single player campaign as it was short enough and dramatic enough. Multiplayer on the PC was a good experience but I have found a lot of the environments to offer little variety once you had played them a few times. Im not sure that the latest offering will bring anything new to an already saturated shooter market.

Fallout 3 (PC & Console) One of the biggest hits of this years E3, Liepzig Games Con & Pax. Fallout 3 is coming to PC & Console around November this year. For those unfamiliar with the previous two games, imagine some of the classic games of a few years ago, Baldurs Gate II and it's large immersive world. That will give you an idea of the scale of the previous two games. Very much a 3rd person affair. Then step forward a few years to Elder Scrolls IV, this time a first person game but with the common theme of large open worlds to play. Fallout 3 was bound to take that step from 3rd to 1st person whilst it retained the trademark large scale game arena.

Fallout 3 is set in 2077 around Washington and the world is a mix of post apocalyptic wastelands mixed in with a superficial utopia to protect the masses from the harsh reality of a post nuclear conflict. The story looks a simple affair in that your father has had enough of Big Brother and decides to leave the safety of the protected area. It is your job to rescue him before he is killed or worse.

With the storyline having matured throughout Fallout 1 & 2 this may end up being just another shooter with nice eye candy for the un-initiated. It's well worth doing some reading on the previous two games to get some background on the game universe. However I think this could really pick up the slack from where S.T.A.L.K.E.R & S.T.A.L.K.E.R failed from a game play(former) and storyline(latter) perspective. Given how Bethesda have developed their games over the years, I think this could be a real big hit for PC and Console gamers alike. Certainly one to get your teeth into this Autumn

So what are you looking forward to ?

leowyatt · 12-09-2008, 21:24

All on the 360 here:

Star Wars Force Unleashed, Brothers In Arms: Hell's Highway, Fable 2, Gears of War 2, Resident Evil 5, erm that is all I can think of so far

Belmit · 13-09-2008, 16:04

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Originally Posted by leowyatt

All on the 360 here:

Star Wars Force Unleashed, Brothers In Arms: Hell's Highway, Fable 2, Gears of War 2, Resident Evil 5, erm that is all I can think of so far

Swap BIA and Fable 2 for Fallout 3 and Tomb Raider: Underworld and that's my current pre-order list. Definitely getting the new SceneIt too.

Haly · 12-09-2008, 22:43

I'll probably rent Force Unleashed but I am quite looking forward to what it's like.
I can't decide with Fallout 3, the first person perspective puts me off as I prefer more traditional RPGs. But I'll probably end up with it at some point.

Lego Batman is looking fun, definite purchase when it gets cheaper

Fable 2: I've got the limited collector's edition pre-ordered already

Gears 2 I'm tempted to pre-order, not sure yet though.
Banjo Kazooie, another one I want to be brilliant.
Same with Ghostbusters, I want it to be brilliant but I bet it's not

Call of Duty: World at War: A given for me really as I've played every other CoD game.
Scene It Box office Smash: Loved the first one and great when friends are round.
Really want Tales of Vesperia and Spectral Force but no release date yet for them

Hope they come over here. I'm sure I've forgotten another RPG.....Daz will probably know which one

And of course......Final Fantasy XIII \o/

The one PC game I'm anticipating: Football Manager 09. Gutted it's not coming out on the 360 though

JUMPURS · 12-09-2008, 22:56

In no particular order
Little Big Planet (PS3) [Pre ordered]
Resistance 2 (PS3) [Pre Ordered]
Fifa 09 (360) [Pre Ordered]
SOCOM
GoW 3 (PS3)
Gears 2 (360)
Killzone 2 (PS3)
Heavy Rain (If it makes '09) (PS3)
Banjo Kazooee nuts and bolts (360)
Aliens: Colonia Marines (360 or PS3, undecided)

Denic · 13-09-2008, 06:50

I'll be looking forward to GTA 4, WoTLK and Call of Duty 5: World at War. All on PC.

Jello · 13-09-2008, 13:38

Operation Flashpoint 2 looks fantastic.

Pumpkinstew · 13-09-2008, 15:35

Warhammer Online, Fallout 3 (both pre-ordered) and Guild Wars 2 (might just be inside the next 12 months). All on PC.
Force Unleashed and Samba di Amigo on Wii.

If I shell out on a PS3 then Final Fantasy XIII as well.

Haly · 13-09-2008, 16:07

Forgot about the new Tomb Raider game, that could be worth a go

Not getting Fable 2 Belmit? Didn't one of your old housemates work on it?

Belmit · 13-09-2008, 16:28

Quote:

Originally Posted by Haly

Not getting Fable 2 Belmit? Didn't one of your old housemates work on it?

Yes, and I'm loathed to pay his wages.

But honestly, I haven't looked at any trailers for it yet. I'm sure I'll get it when it's released if it looks good.

Edit: Actually, sod that. Where's my free copy, the ungrateful swine?!

12-09-2008, 21:06	#1
loki Vodka Martini Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Manchester UK Posts: 871	What games are you looking forward to in next 12 months As per title, what games are you looking forward to over the next 12 months or so. Still plugging away at COD 4 on PC and it offers nothing. As it's a pretty closed game system, there has been little opportunity for custom mods and maps which is a shame. Although, me and my friends have been really tearing it up on Company of Heroes and Opposing fronts. It's such a fantastic game. However by the end of this year I hope to get a PS3(Purely for Blu-Ray) and a Wii for Alexander for Xmas. So there are quite a few games I would like to get on all 3 platforms. Operation Flashpoint 2: Dragon Rising (PC). Operation Flashpoint was probably one of the finest squad based shooters to come to PC. It's been a game that has stood the test of time and still has a vibrant multiplayer community. Due for release in 2009, the follow up, Dragon Rising, it looks to retain the brilliant squad based aspect of the game whilst developing some exciting new features to the AI. After reading a preview of it in PC Format it looks as though a lot of effort has gone into modelling every aspect of the game on real life environments and weapons. What poses a question mark is going to be the stability of the game engine. They are looking at a model adopted by star dock for Sins of a Solar Empire in that the recommended and minimum specs will be kept to a minimum to ensure a wide user base. Not due till early 2009 but I suspect it will be worth the wait. Star Wars: Force Unleashed(Console Multi Platform) Mmmmmm Lightsabres on Wii I think when I get the Wii, I may dip my toe with Force Unleashed. This time around it pits you as Darth Vaders apprentince. So that with the draw of the Dark Side force means it could be a winner all around. The Force Unleashed debuts Digital Molecular Matter. Objects and enemies react with incredible realism, whether cut down by a lightsaber or hurled through the air using Force powers. I really think a good Star Wars game is long overdue. KOTOR being the noticeable exception to a long list of average titles to come from Lucas Arts in recent years. Call of Duty 5: World at War(PC & Console)Coming out in November this year on PC & Console, this takes the Call of Duty franshise back to World War II In the Pacific Theatre. Although not developed or released by Infinity Ward, it still utilises the same game engine as COD4. I was a fan of the single player campaign as it was short enough and dramatic enough. Multiplayer on the PC was a good experience but I have found a lot of the environments to offer little variety once you had played them a few times. Im not sure that the latest offering will bring anything new to an already saturated shooter market. Fallout 3 (PC & Console) One of the biggest hits of this years E3, Liepzig Games Con & Pax. Fallout 3 is coming to PC & Console around November this year. For those unfamiliar with the previous two games, imagine some of the classic games of a few years ago, Baldurs Gate II and it's large immersive world. That will give you an idea of the scale of the previous two games. Very much a 3rd person affair. Then step forward a few years to Elder Scrolls IV, this time a first person game but with the common theme of large open worlds to play. Fallout 3 was bound to take that step from 3rd to 1st person whilst it retained the trademark large scale game arena. Fallout 3 is set in 2077 around Washington and the world is a mix of post apocalyptic wastelands mixed in with a superficial utopia to protect the masses from the harsh reality of a post nuclear conflict. The story looks a simple affair in that your father has had enough of Big Brother and decides to leave the safety of the protected area. It is your job to rescue him before he is killed or worse. With the storyline having matured throughout Fallout 1 & 2 this may end up being just another shooter with nice eye candy for the un-initiated. It's well worth doing some reading on the previous two games to get some background on the game universe. However I think this could really pick up the slack from where S.T.A.L.K.E.R & S.T.A.L.K.E.R failed from a game play(former) and storyline(latter) perspective. Given how Bethesda have developed their games over the years, I think this could be a real big hit for PC and Console gamers alike. Certainly one to get your teeth into this Autumn So what are you looking forward to ? __________________ PC & Console LAN 9th-11th July

12-09-2008, 21:24	#2
leowyatt Chef extraordinaire Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Infinite Loop Posts: 11,143	All on the 360 here: Star Wars Force Unleashed, Brothers In Arms: Hell's Highway, Fable 2, Gears of War 2, Resident Evil 5, erm that is all I can think of so far __________________ "Dr Sheldon Cooper FTW!"

12-09-2008, 22:43	#4
Haly Do you want to hide in my box? Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 14,941	I'll probably rent Force Unleashed but I am quite looking forward to what it's like. I can't decide with Fallout 3, the first person perspective puts me off as I prefer more traditional RPGs. But I'll probably end up with it at some point. Lego Batman is looking fun, definite purchase when it gets cheaper Fable 2: I've got the limited collector's edition pre-ordered already Gears 2 I'm tempted to pre-order, not sure yet though. Banjo Kazooie, another one I want to be brilliant. Same with Ghostbusters, I want it to be brilliant but I bet it's not Call of Duty: World at War: A given for me really as I've played every other CoD game. Scene It Box office Smash: Loved the first one and great when friends are round. Really want Tales of Vesperia and Spectral Force but no release date yet for them Hope they come over here. I'm sure I've forgotten another RPG.....Daz will probably know which one And of course......Final Fantasy XIII \o/ The one PC game I'm anticipating: Football Manager 09. Gutted it's not coming out on the 360 though __________________ Halycopter

12-09-2008, 22:56	#5
JUMPURS Columbian Coffee Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Glesgae Posts: 98	In no particular order Little Big Planet (PS3) [Pre ordered] Resistance 2 (PS3) [Pre Ordered] Fifa 09 (360) [Pre Ordered] SOCOM GoW 3 (PS3) Gears 2 (360) Killzone 2 (PS3) Heavy Rain (If it makes '09) (PS3) Banjo Kazooee nuts and bolts (360) Aliens: Colonia Marines (360 or PS3, undecided) __________________ You have come here because society has no further use for you. This place will now become your holding pen until our death. I am very good at this business because I make all the rules. But if you break any of my rules, you will find that there is life after death.

13-09-2008, 15:35	#8
Pumpkinstew Absinthe Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Mostly Oxford, Sometimes Bristol Posts: 1,156	Warhammer Online, Fallout 3 (both pre-ordered) and Guild Wars 2 (might just be inside the next 12 months). All on PC. Force Unleashed and Samba di Amigo on Wii. If I shell out on a PS3 then Final Fantasy XIII as well. __________________ Get old, or die tryin' PSTEWREVIEWS - Chunks of Meaty Reviews, Mixed with Your Five a Day of News, Comment and Opinion, Floating in a Broth of Suspect Grammar and Seasoned Liberally with Mixed Metaphor. Tasty.

13-09-2008, 06:50	#6
Denic Long Island Iced Tea Join Date: Sep 2008 Posts: 103	I'll be looking forward to GTA 4, WoTLK and Call of Duty 5: World at War. All on PC.

13-09-2008, 13:38	#7
Jello Nice weak cup of Earl Grey Join Date: Sep 2008 Posts: 33	Operation Flashpoint 2 looks fantastic.

13-09-2008, 16:07	#9
Haly Do you want to hide in my box? Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 14,941	Forgot about the new Tomb Raider game, that could be worth a go Not getting Fable 2 Belmit? Didn't one of your old housemates work on it? __________________ Halycopter