God of War III

[warcrow]

Played - Episode 49.5

Episode 50 is on it?s way, but until then we?ve got this special God of War 3 episode for you! Mark is back from Sony?s God of War 3 press event with his impressions of the game, an interview with Design Director Todd Papy (sorry about the sound quality!) and pink lemonade all over his shirt. We also managed to squeeze in Chris?s impression of F.E.A.R. 2, so please do enjoy.

Link: http://www.playedpodcast.com/2...13/played-episode-495/
Direct MP3 Download: http://www.playedpodcast.com/w...layed-Episode-49.5.mp3
Discussion: http://www.playedpodcast.com/discussion



02/10/09 - Update!

Ok--I just got back from the demonstration. 10-15 minutes of solid gameplay plus a new trailer was shown.

Oh. My. God.

Embargo lifts Friday and I will spill all the details that were revealed--the good and the bad--and an interview with the lead desginer Todd Papy in the next episode of Played (E50) this Friday.


02/06/09 - Update!
The event has been rescheduled:

We are excited that you will be joining us for the first official exclusive sneak preview of God of War III, the highly-anticipated conclusion to the world?s favorite Greek action-adventure odyssey, launching exclusively for the PLAYSTATION 3 Computer Entertainment System.

At the event you will get an opportunity to get an up-close and personal look at the last chapter in Kratos? story, as well as have an opportunity to meet with the award-winning developers behind the epic franchise.

Below is the schedule for the event.

Tuesday, February 10th, 2009
9:30AM: Arrive at the Screening Room

9:30AM: Continental Breakfast
Introductions / Meet & Greet

10:00AM: Presentation Begins

12:00PM Lunch / Interview Opps

1:00PM Event Concludes

01/27/09 - Update!

I got this invitation from Sony last night to attend an event. Needless to say--I RSVP'd immediately. I still dont know if we'll be able to get some hands-on time with the game but it's still very exciting for someone like me who is a big fan of the series.

I'll keep everyone posted with the latest:

Your favorite ferocious Spartan warrior is about to embark on the final mission in his war with the Gods!

Please join us for an exclusive sneak peak at the highly-anticipated conclusion to the Greek action-adventure odyssey, God of War III. Now is your chance for an up-close look at this last chapter in Kratos? epic story. Don't miss out.
Below are details for the event.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
Monday, February 9th
7:30PM Media Welcome Dinner

Tuesday, February 10, 2009
9:30AM ? Arrive at Sunset/Gower Studios, Breakfast followed by presentation
12:00PM ? Lunch
Event concludes

I know some of you--like me--are huge fans of this series. I'm such a sucker for greek mythology (Clash of the Titans!) and to have a solid, over the top, action game wrapped up in that kind of narrative just leads to an amazing game.

Well, late yesterday I got this invitation from Sony to attend an GoW event down in L.A.:

Your favorite ferocious Spartan warrior is about to embark on the final mission in his war with the Gods!


Please Save the Date for an exclusive sneak peak at the highly-anticipated conclusion to the Greek action-adventure odyssey, God of War III. Now is your chance for an up-close look at this last chapter in Kratos? epic story. Don't miss out.

WHEN: Tuesday, February 10, 2009
WHERE: Los Angeles, CA
Additional details are forthcoming?.

I've already RSVP'd and will update this thread with details as I know them. Cannot wait to see Kratos in HD in this finale.

02/10/09 - Update!

Ok--I just got back from the demonstration. 10-15 minutes of solid gameplay plus a new trailer was shown.

Oh. My. God.

Embargo lifts Friday and I will spill all the details that were revealed--the good and the bad--and an interview with the lead desginer Todd Papy in the next episode of Played (E50) this Friday.


02/06/09 - Update!
The event has been rescheduled:

We are excited that you will be joining us for the first official exclusive sneak preview of God of War III, the highly-anticipated conclusion to the world?s favorite Greek action-adventure odyssey, launching exclusively for the PLAYSTATION 3 Computer Entertainment System.

At the event you will get an opportunity to get an up-close and personal look at the last chapter in Kratos? story, as well as have an opportunity to meet with the award-winning developers behind the epic franchise.

Below is the schedule for the event.

Tuesday, February 10th, 2009
9:30AM: Arrive at the Screening Room

9:30AM: Continental Breakfast
Introductions / Meet & Greet

10:00AM: Presentation Begins

12:00PM Lunch / Interview Opps

1:00PM Event Concludes

01/27/09 - Update!

I got this invitation from Sony last night to attend an event. Needless to say--I RSVP'd immediately. I still dont know if we'll be able to get some hands-on time with the game but it's still very exciting for someone like me who is a big fan of the series.

I'll keep everyone posted with the latest:

Your favorite ferocious Spartan warrior is about to embark on the final mission in his war with the Gods!

Please join us for an exclusive sneak peak at the highly-anticipated conclusion to the Greek action-adventure odyssey, God of War III. Now is your chance for an up-close look at this last chapter in Kratos? epic story. Don't miss out.
Below are details for the event.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
Monday, February 9th
7:30PM Media Welcome Dinner

Tuesday, February 10, 2009
9:30AM ? Arrive at Sunset/Gower Studios, Breakfast followed by presentation
12:00PM ? Lunch
Event concludes

I know some of you--like me--are huge fans of this series. I'm such a sucker for greek mythology (Clash of the Titans!) and to have a solid, over the top, action game wrapped up in that kind of narrative just leads to an amazing game.

Well, late yesterday I got this invitation from Sony to attend an GoW event down in L.A.:

Your favorite ferocious Spartan warrior is about to embark on the final mission in his war with the Gods!


Please Save the Date for an exclusive sneak peak at the highly-anticipated conclusion to the Greek action-adventure odyssey, God of War III. Now is your chance for an up-close look at this last chapter in Kratos? epic story. Don't miss out.

WHEN: Tuesday, February 10, 2009
WHERE: Los Angeles, CA
Additional details are forthcoming?.

I've already RSVP'd and will update this thread with details as I know them. Cannot wait to see Kratos in HD in this finale.

 

[Modeps]

Yeah, its one of the titles I'm looking forward to for my newly acquired PS3... of course, I still haven't bothered playing God of War 2... I should get on that (right now its the whole MGS series first)

 

[warcrow]

Originally posted by: Modeps
Yeah, its one of the titles I'm looking forward to for my newly acquired PS3... of course, I still haven't bothered playing God of War 2... I should get on that (right now its the whole MGS series first)

When GoW2 was released I decided to play it, upscaled, via my PS3. It was nice. So when you do decided to sit down with the game (and I highly recommend it because it's so goddamn epic) do it that way.

 

[Modeps]

Originally posted by: warcrow

Originally posted by: Modeps
Yeah, its one of the titles I'm looking forward to for my newly acquired PS3... of course, I still haven't bothered playing God of War 2... I should get on that (right now its the whole MGS series first)

When GoW2 was released I decided to play it, upscaled, via my PS3. It was nice. So when you do decided to sit down with the game (and I highly recommend it because it's so goddamn epic) do it that way.

Can't really do that on my PS3 dude... Gotta do it on my sweet launch PS2.

 

[R Nilla]

There was a millisecond of gameplay footage in the Spike trailer. I also need to play God of War 2 first. I only recently completed the first one.

 

[warcrow]

Originally posted by: R Nilla
There was a millisecond of gameplay footage in the Spike trailer. I also need to play God of War 2 first. I only recently completed the first one.

What are you thoughts on the first one?

 

[R Nilla]

Originally posted by: warcrow

Originally posted by: R Nilla
There was a millisecond of gameplay footage in the Spike trailer. I also need to play God of War 2 first. I only recently completed the first one.

What are you thoughts on the first one?

I really enjoyed it. I liked the variety of weapons and combos paired with the upgrade system. Although I'm not a big fan of quick time events, I think they were implemented well--especially for some of the generic enemies where you had the option to perform a QTE to gain health or [magic]. Most of them seemed pretty fluid, instead of just feeling like I'm being prompted to press a button during a cut scene, if that makes any sense.

As I recall, the only thing I didn't really like was the final boss battle. It was cool, but it was frustratingly difficult and cheap. Otherwise I thought it was a solid game, with generally excellent gameplay, great voice acting, and interesting environments.

 

[blurredvision]

Originally posted by: warcrow

Originally posted by: Modeps
Yeah, its one of the titles I'm looking forward to for my newly acquired PS3... of course, I still haven't bothered playing God of War 2... I should get on that (right now its the whole MGS series first)

When GoW2 was released I decided to play it, upscaled, via my PS3. It was nice. So when you do decided to sit down with the game (and I highly recommend it because it's so goddamn epic) do it that way.

Ya Warcrow, consider other people's feeling when you spurt out about backwards compatibility on the PS3. Not everyone has it....

 

[R Nilla]

Originally posted by: blurredvision
Ya Warcrow, consider other people's feeling when you spurt out about backwards compatibility on the PS3. Not everyone has it....

 

[warcrow]

Originally posted by: blurredvision

Originally posted by: warcrow

Originally posted by: Modeps
Yeah, its one of the titles I'm looking forward to for my newly acquired PS3... of course, I still haven't bothered playing God of War 2... I should get on that (right now its the whole MGS series first)

When GoW2 was released I decided to play it, upscaled, via my PS3. It was nice. So when you do decided to sit down with the game (and I highly recommend it because it's so goddamn epic) do it that way.

Ya Warcrow, consider other people's feeling when you spurt out about backwards compatibility on the PS3. Not everyone has it....

Oh man I totally forgot about that. I have no idea what I'm going to do the day my launch PS3 60GB dies. :brokenheart:

But besides that, even off a PS2 it's great. Dont forget to unluck the 480P option before playing.

 

[JDub02]

GoW2 didn't look right on my 720P plasma off of a PS2 (480P on or off). Looks like I'm going to have to borrow my brother's PS3 when I decided to finish the game.

 

[BW86]

I can't wait for this game

 

[Schfifty Five]

Should I play GoW1 and GoW2 before I play GoW3?

The only GoW game I have is for PSP and I haven't played that one yet either. That one is supposed to be a prequel to the GoW series right? So should I start w/ GoW: CoO, then GoW1, then GoW2?

 

[Dumac]

Originally posted by: Schfifty Five
Should I play GoW1 and GoW2 before I play GoW3?

The only GoW game I have is for PSP and I haven't played that one yet either. That one is supposed to be a prequel to the GoW series right? So should I start w/ GoW: CoO, then GoW1, then GoW2?

GoW:CoO isn't important, but you should definitely play GoW1 and 2 before playing 3. They are both really good games, and I believe the storyline will be important as GoW2 ended with an (semi) cliffhanger.

 

[SneakyStuff]

Originally posted by: Dumac

Originally posted by: Schfifty Five
Should I play GoW1 and GoW2 before I play GoW3?

The only GoW game I have is for PSP and I haven't played that one yet either. That one is supposed to be a prequel to the GoW series right? So should I start w/ GoW: CoO, then GoW1, then GoW2?

GoW:CoO isn't important, but you should definitely play GoW1 and 2 before playing 3. They are both really good games, and I believe the storyline will be important as GoW2 ended with an (semi) cliffhanger.

GoW1 and GoW2 are fantastic games and they will set the scene for GoW3 if you play them.

 

[bcoupland]

Originally posted by: warcrow

Originally posted by: blurredvision

Originally posted by: warcrow

Originally posted by: Modeps
Yeah, its one of the titles I'm looking forward to for my newly acquired PS3... of course, I still haven't bothered playing God of War 2... I should get on that (right now its the whole MGS series first)

When GoW2 was released I decided to play it, upscaled, via my PS3. It was nice. So when you do decided to sit down with the game (and I highly recommend it because it's so goddamn epic) do it that way.

Ya Warcrow, consider other people's feeling when you spurt out about backwards compatibility on the PS3. Not everyone has it....

Oh man I totally forgot about that. I have no idea what I'm going to do the day my launch PS3 60GB dies. :brokenheart:

But besides that, even off a PS2 it's great. Dont forget to unluck the 480P option before playing.

Easter Egg: Did you know that you can get the game to render full-frame 480p? As in, no black borders on non-overscanning displays? While enabling prog. scan in the menu does make the game look better, if you hold L1+L2+L3+Circle+Square at the first logo, the "Playstation 2" flash, the next screen should have purple text instead of white text to indicate that full 640x480p mode is on. The framerate isn't affected enough for me to care, and it makes a difference on digital displays. It is a bit tricky to get this to work on the PS3, because the controllers have to be reconnected every time you fire up a PS2 game, but it does indeed work. I find that if you hit the PS button just as the "Playstation 2" screen comes up, and then immediately hold the L1+L2+L3+Circle+Square combination, it should work just fine. Don't wait for the "Please press the PS button" message to come up or you will be too late. It's worth a shot and looks nice and sharp.

 

[Cabages]

:thumbsup:

Really like GoW series.

GoW 1 > GoW 2 though.

 

[Nik]

I loved GoW1 and 2. I will most certainly buy 3 for the 360 when it comes out.

 

[m21s]

Originally posted by: Nik
I loved GoW1 and 2. I will most certainly buy 3 for the 360 when it comes out.

 

[purbeast0]

Originally posted by: Nik
I loved GoW1 and 2. I will most certainly buy 3 for the 360 when it comes out.

good luck w/that!

 

[gorcorps]

Originally posted by: purbeast0

Originally posted by: Nik
I loved GoW1 and 2. I will most certainly buy 3 for the 360 when it comes out.

good luck w/that!

Right, Sony is going to publish one of their biggest exclusives on the competitor's console

 

[warcrow]

Update!

I got this invitation from Sony last night to attend an event. Needless to say--I RSVP'd immediately. I still dont know if we'll be able to get some hands-on time with the game but it's still very exciting for someone like me who is a big fan of the series.

I'll keep everyone posted with the latest:

Your favorite ferocious Spartan warrior is about to embark on the final mission in his war with the Gods!

Please join us for an exclusive sneak peak at the highly-anticipated conclusion to the Greek action-adventure odyssey, God of War III. Now is your chance for an up-close look at this last chapter in Kratos? epic story. Don't miss out.
Below are details for the event.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
Monday, February 9th
7:30PM Media Welcome Dinner

Tuesday, February 10, 2009
9:30AM ? Arrive at Sunset/Gower Studios, Breakfast followed by presentation
12:00PM ? Lunch
Event concludes

 

[ManBearPig]

yayayayayay warcrow keep us updated.

 

[warcrow]

The event has been rescheduled:

We are excited that you will be joining us for the first official exclusive sneak preview of God of War III, the highly-anticipated conclusion to the world?s favorite Greek action-adventure odyssey, launching exclusively for the PLAYSTATION 3 Computer Entertainment System.

At the event you will get an opportunity to get an up-close and personal look at the last chapter in Kratos? story, as well as have an opportunity to meet with the award-winning developers behind the epic franchise.

Below is the schedule for the event.

Tuesday, February 10th, 2009
9:30AM: Arrive at the Screening Room

9:30AM: Continental Breakfast
Introductions / Meet & Greet

10:00AM: Presentation Begins

12:00PM Lunch / Interview Opps

1:00PM Event Concludes

 

[Kev]

nm