Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker Now Available For The PSP
This week Konomi released the much anticipated Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker for the PSP. In this full sequel to Metal Gear Solid 3 you take on the role of Naked Snake during a 1974 Cold War scenario.
The game starts with Snake building his army which will become know as Outer Heaven and uses the story as a vehicle for the blended action/RPG/RTS elements . The graphics are stunning and I was surprised by the visual style; its simplistic nature and design, as created by comic book artist Yoji Shinkawa, gives the the impression of a full scale console MGS with menus that feel tactile and make you feel like you're operating high tech gadgetry.
The game also introduces a myriad of new AI Weapons including giant unmanned behemoths, airborne, tank, and mobile-fortress robotic creatures that interact with each other using VOCALOID technology.
Also included is AdHoc multiplayer for three on three team based battles. It is kind of disappointing that this feature appears to be AdHoc only as an online lobby feature would probably see more use than this clunky type of multiplayer connectivity.
This game is celebrated with the release of its very own PSP bundle with an included download code for Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker. This bundle is available for $199.99. The standalone title is available for $39.99.
PRESS RELEASE
METAL GEAR SOLID®: PEACE WALKER NOW AVAILBLE FOR THE PSP®SYSTEM
Full-Scale Sequel to METAL GEAR SOLID 3 Features New Game System and Original Story by Renowned Game Designer Hideo Kojima
El Segundo, Calif. - June 8, 2010 - Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc., today announced the launch of METAL GEAR SOLID: PEACE WALKER on the PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system. Developed by the legendary Hideo Kojima - the mastermind behind the most successful tactical-espionage video game series of all time - this latest PSP system installment picks up where METAL GEAR SOLID®3 for the PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system leaves off as players take control of the famed Naked Snake. Taking place in 1974 in a cold war scenario, METAL GEAR SOLID: PEACE WALKER takes the series in an exciting new direction with incredible visuals and a unique design, specifically for the PSP system. A download version of the game and camouflage hardware PSP system bundles is also be available.
"This stunning new title from Hideo Kojima and his Tokyo-based Kojima Productions team will amaze both METAL GEAR fans and new gamers alike," said Shinji Hirano, president of Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc. "METAL GEAR SOLID: PEACE WALKER is a spectacular stealth title that brings the action and thrill of a console game to the PSP system taking an interesting turn in the METAL GEAR SOLID saga."
A blend of action RPG and RTS elements, METAL GEAR SOLID: PEACE WALKER features a gripping story that unfolds through the artwork of Yoji Shinkawa and acclaimed comic book artist, Ashley Wood. The game introduces new AI Weapons- giant unmanned behemoths that Snake must overcome to complete his mission - including airborne, tank, and mobile-fortress-styleenemies that can each talk and sing during battle using VOCALOID technology. Additionally, METAL GEAR SOLID: PEACE WALKER boasts extensive multi-player elements including four-player CO-OPS (COoperative-OPerationS), and a stunning three-against-three battle, wherein six players can form teams and engage in thrilling linked battles via the Sony handheld's Ad Hoc capabilities that extend the gameplay experience allowing players to administer medical help to colleagues, share munitions, and provide defense for each other using the Snake formation to cover blind spots.
METAL GEAR SOLID: PEACE WALKER begins with Naked Snake training his soldiers and building up his army in Colombia, South America in the shadow of the Cuban Missile Crisis. As Latin America became a key to maintaining the power balance between the East and West, Costa Rica had miraculously managed to maintain its peace and neutrality. However, a mysterious armed force seemed to be engaging in suspicious activities in various regions of the country. To preserve peace in this nation without a military, the Snake's army had to move into action. In time, they would be known as the founders of "Outer Heaven."
METAL GEAR SOLID: PEACE WALKER is developed exclusively for the PSP system and is now available for purchase at retailers nationwide for a SRP of $39.99 with a rating of "T" for Teen by the ESRB. For more information and assets, please visit: http://www.konami.com/downloads/.
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Posted to Hot Stuff, Video Games on 12 June 2010
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Minor nitpick: I don't think Yoji Shinkawa is or could have ever been considered a "comic artist".
Um, is this a news story or an ad? It reads like a constituted press release and nothing more.
Maybe GG should let Konami pay them to advertise a game's release instead of randomly announcing (and detailing) one for free? Just a thought...